Who do you call in case of a fire? |
Gauteng fire emergency contact number:
10177
Joburg:
011 375 5911
Ekhuruleni:
011 458 0911
Tshwane:
012 310 6300
012 310 6400 |
Who do you call to report by-law infringements in your area? |
Pretoria Municipal Office:
012 358 0070
Johannesburg Municipal Department:
011 407 6812
Ekurhuleni Municipal Office:
086 054 3000 |
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| VACANT STANDS |
 Vacant stands in Vrededorp in serious need of the city’s attention but residents are told there is no money to cut the grass.
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Meteorite collector shares some of his discoveries
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 Water Resource Engineer and a Meteorite Collector Ronnie Mckenzie speaking to John Robbie about his journey to Botswana in search of the meteorite that burst into our skies over the weekend. He also brought some samples of meteorites he’s collected over the years.
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WAS IT A METEOR? WAS IT A UFO?
NO, IT WAS THE CENTAUR ROCKET!
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 The Centaur rocket that caused a minor sensation on Sunday night, October 18th, when it dumped a load of excess propellant. Many confused it for a UFO sighting.
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Relive the morning with prodigious breakfast host, John Robbie. Experience the moments that raised an eyebrow or two and listen to his daily comment after the 7am Eyewitness news. Keep the taste of breakfast throughout the day with "John Robbie’s Comment".
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WEATHER |
 Every morning just after 6am, John Robbie speaks to SABC TV weatherman Simon Gear. Apart from finding out about the day's temperature and forecast for the Joburg area and weather for travellers, Simon usually has an interesting piece of weather trivia.
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 Tune in to the John Robbie show every weekday morning, when he tests your general knowledge and gives away a prize. Click here for questions and answers from the quiz. |
| BARRY'S MOVIE REVIEW |
 Every Friday Barry Ronge - South Africa's most acclaimed entertainment guru and critic - takes a few minutes to discuss the latest Hollywood gossip and review new releases on the film circuit. |
THE UK REPORT |
 Adam Gilchrist crosses to John Robbie at around 7:50am in the morning drive show to give us his perspective on the big news in the United Kingdom, including both serious news issues and some of the more lighthearted issues that have hit the well renowned British tabloids. Get the podcast |
 At around 8:15 am each weekday morning, John Robbie speaks to 702's Africa correspondent Jean Jacques (JJ) Cornish. Each day JJ gives John a round up of the most important news stories happening on the African continent, as well as a couple more quirky or human interest stories. JJ is a veteran African watcher, having travelled widely in Africa and writes for a number of local and overseas publications about African and diplomatic affairs. Get the podcast |
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 John Robbie crosses to Harley Carnes at around 6:50am every morning for the US report. Harley Carnes is a CBS Radio News anchor and correspondent, based in New York, and is heard nationally on 600 plus radio stations. He has been broadcasting in New York City for more than twenty years, in a career spanning more than thirty-five years. He's been with WABC, ABC Network, WCBS and now the CBS Radio Net. His hobby is flying aerobatic aircraft.
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| DAVID SHAPIRO IN STUDIO |
David Shapiro was in studio Tuesday morning for an interview with John Robbie about his new book.
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| ALEX CLINIC ADOPTED BY JOHN ROBBIE |
 In celebration of World Aids Day, John Robbie has adopted the Alex Clinic.
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| BEE WHISPERER |
 John had a problem with bees at his home. He contacted Bee Whisperer Terry Winchester, who came out to the house, and removed the bees safe and soundly. |
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| PROFESSOR JONATHAN JANSEN'S SPEECH |
Professor Jansen announced in his inaugural speech on Friday that four white students at the centre of a race incident in 2008 should be embraced. John chats to him about this decision. |
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Check out the FIFA WORLD CUP TROPHY TOUR AIRCRAFT. It’s a McDonnell Douglas DC9-32 aircraft currently on an African continent-wide, 76-day trophy tour.
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Check out the video of John on the Rea Vaya - Joburg.
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| Feedback on the Leondale Bus Accident |
 In 2005 we helped raised funds for three learners injured in a bus accident. One learner was killed and three lost their legs. The funds raised were then administered by the Gauteng Education Development Trust on behalf of the Gauteng Department of Education. Representatives from the department came to our offices and gave us feedback and presented us with a report detailing exactly what has been done. Basically the three learners have received counseling, comprehensive healthcare, specially adapted housing and various other donations – both financial and in kind. There is some money left in the fund and it has been decided to give that money, along with financial counseling, to the three learners. Click here to read more
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| VEHICLE LICENSE RENEWALS |
Gauteng motorists can now renew their motor vehicle licenses at selected Post Offices in the province. |
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| Missing Persons |
 Please check out the missing person's page, maybe you can assist in finding these people. Click here.
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| 702's Birthday Wish: Reef Donald James Carneson |
 Reef is 8-months old. Around 3 - 4 months ago, the family were shocked to learn (from a routine paediatric visit) that Reef had been diagnosed with leukaemia. Read more
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Tell John about your experience of the FIFA Confed Cup games, so he can on your behalf, give FIFA feedback.
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| Gauteng Mounted Police |
 Riaan Opt’Hof, Provincial Coordinator, Gauteng Mounted Police; has made an appeal to horse owners who are considering getting rid of their horses due to financial constraints; to donate them to the police mounted division. They will be able to follow the progress of the animals and be assured that they are safe and cared-for. Even people who don’t have horses can contribute.
Email gpprov.coor.mounted@saps.org.za or call Riaan at 082 778 5930.
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| Pretoria News' school holidays guide |
 The Pretoria News’ guide for what children can do during the school holidays. View guide now.
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| Unemployment Insurance Fund: UIF |
 Percy Wright, Gauteng Provincial Business Unit Manager, spoke to John about the UIF issues. He told us about the processes affected by the sudden increase in claims due to the financial crisis, and explain the strategy to overcome these problems. He also emphasise the importance of the co-operation of business, as the UIF depends on monthly updates by employers to authorise payment. Listeners can call 012 337 1086 for more information or go to www.uif.gov.za
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| Nominate a worthy cause |
The Dis-Chem Foundation provides care and support to improve the lives of individuals and in this way relieves the burden on communities, families and friends.
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If you missed a phone number, website address or any other info given out on John's show, click.here and find what you're looking for.
2010/03/11 08:45:00 AM
Truck accident on Atterbury Road
2010/03/11 08:20:00 AM
Africa Report
2010/03/11 08:20:00 AM
John Robbie in Abu Dhabi
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