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26 November 2020
UPDATE ON THE CONSUMER ACCOUNT STATEMENTS
The Bitou Revenue Section has confirmed that all Consumer Statements for November 2020 have been generated and will be issued via e-mail and ordinary mail as normal. Read more >23 November 2020
REVENUE SECTION GIVES AN UPDATE REGARDING DISCREPANCIES ON CONSUMER ACCOUNTS
Many consumers have been reporting errors on their consumer accounts received over the past couple of months. Read more >20 November 2020
LETTER TO THE RESIDENTS OF BITOU
I have noted with concern the sudden increase of the Covid -19 infections in our town. Read more >19 November 2020
SMME INCUBATOR PROGRAMME
Bitou Municipality, Nedbank and Seda hereby invites local entrepeneurs to apply for the Bitou SMME Incubator programme. Read more >18 November 2020
COUNCIL MEETING ON 27 NOVEMBER 2020
NOTICE OF COUNCIL MEETING ON 27 NOVEMBER 2020 AT 09H00 Read more >18 November 2020
MAYCO MEETING ON 24 NOVEMBER 2020
NOTICE OF MAYCO MEETING ON 24 NOVEMBER 2020 AT 09H00 Read more >18 November 2020
CLOSURE OF ALL SPORT FIELDS: 18 NOVEMBER 2020
Notice is hereby given that all Bitou Sports facilities will be closed with immediate effect as of today, 18 November 2020 Read more >18 November 2020
Construction Learnership
South African Women in Construction in conjunction with Construction Training and Authority SETA Read more >05 November 2020
Final Approved Adjustment Budget 2020/2021
On Friday the 30 October 2020, Council adopted the 1st Adjustments Budget for the 2020/2021 Financial Year. Read more >04 November 2020
INTERRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY - Kwanokuthula
Please note that the supply of water to your premises will be interrupted. Read more >03 November 2020
BITOU MAYORS MESSAGE TO THE GRADE 12 CLASS OF 2020
The 2020 Grade 12 Exams takes place under very challenging conditions. It comes at a time when the whole world is under immense pressure caused by the Novel Coronavirus, Covid-19, pandemic. Read more >30 October 2020
PUBLIEKE VERGARDERING: WYK 4
Die doel van hierdie vergardering is om terugvoering te gee op Munisipale en Raad’s sake. Read more >28 October 2020
Online learning programme offering digital skills
NEMISA partners with DCDT to launch Coursera – an online learning programme offering digital skills. Read more >27 October 2020
Bitou Executive Mayor Adresses Learners Of Murray High School
Education is one of the priority areas for the Executive Mayor. Read more >27 October 2020
Illegal Dump Sites Into Community Food Gardens
BITOU LAUNCHES THE INITIATIVE TO TURN illegal dump sites into community food gardens Read more >26 October 2020
Introducing Kwanokuthula to Fibre
NEOTEL deploys the infrastructure and this will connect public facilities within the community. Read more >22 October 2020
SMME SUPPORT & DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
Garden Route District Municipality is embarking on a programme to help dynamic and committed entrepreneurs to grow their business. Read more >22 October 2020
Nurdles on Bitou Beaches
Should anyone require any additional information please do not hesitate to contact the Environmental Management Officer at ataljaard@plett.gov.za . Read more >22 October 2020
Maintenance Policy: Electrical Infrastructure
INVITATION TO COMMENT ON MAINTENANCE POLICY: ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE Read more >22 October 2020
Introduction To Plumbing Training For Ward Committees
Lixil Africa currently has an official partnership with the Department of Water and Sanitation to educate communities on ways to manage and respect water. Read more >19 October 2020
ATVANCE ACADEMY PRESENTATION
All interested youth between the ages of 18 till 27 are hereby invited to attend the sessions Read more >16 October 2020
EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN AT THE BRAKLOOF SUBSTATION
Please note that Eskom requires an Emergency Shutdown at the Brakkloof Substation: 17 October 2020 Read more >16 October 2020
EBENEZER 25 LABOURERS REQUIRED - Erratum
All unemployed people residing in NEW HORIZON RESIDENTIAL AREA are invited to a shake shake labour recruitment process. Read more >16 October 2020
INTERRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY
Please note that the supply of water to your premises will be interrupted and there will be times where no water supply through the reticulation system will be possible. Dates: Friday, 16 – 17 October 2020 inclusive. Read more >25 September 2020
Electricity Consumers
Industrial Area; Bossiesgif; Qolweni; Pine Trees; New Horizon and Ladywood Read more >25 September 2020
IDP/BUDGET WARD COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Instead the municipality will have ward committee consultative meetings as from Monday 28 September – 07 October 2020. Read more >18 September 2020
NEW FLEET OF VEHICLES AND PLANT MACHINERY EQUIPMENT
BITOU MUNICIPALITY UNVEILS ITS NEW FLEET OF VEHICLES AND PLANT MACHINERY EQUIPMENT TO ENHANCE SERVICE DELIVERY Read more >18 September 2020
Bricklaying Apprenticship Programme
Kindly submit Bricklaying application forms at the Main Municipal building with Mr. P Sebezo before closing date. Read more >16 September 2020
URGENT SERVICE DELIVERY NOTICE
Residents are requested to kindly use water sparingly and we thank them for the patience in this regard. Read more >16 September 2020
THIRD SUPPLEMENTARY VALUATION ROLL
PUBLIC NOTICE CALLING FOR INSPECTION OF THE THIRD SUPPLEMENTARY VALUATION ROLL (SV03) AND LODGING OF OBJECTIONS Read more >16 September 2020
Resolved - URGENT SERVICE DELIVERY NOTICE
Unexpected pipe break on the supply pipeline to Archiewood Reservoir Read more >14 September 2020
38 X INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR UNEMPLOYED YOUTH
For any enquiries contact Mr. Reginald Salmons at 044 803 1363, Ms. Angeline Naidoo at 044 803 1420 or Mrs. Angela-Ziva Coetzee at 044-803 1344 during office hours. Read more >14 September 2020
Allocation of funding/approved projects for Bitou Municipality-Department of Environmental Affairs
For any enquiries, please contact the Superintendent: Beaches –Mr. J. Prins (044 533-3125) or Miss. A .Taljaard (Environmental Officer) at ataljaard@plett.gov.za . Read more >11 September 2020
INTERRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY
Please note that the supply of water to your premises will be interrupted on an ongoing basis for one week and there will be times where no water supply through the reticulation system will be possible. Read more >11 September 2020
Western Cape Department of Agriculture is offering opportunities to unemployed youth
Closing date for all applications to reach our office is by 25 September 2020 Read more >11 September 2020
PLACEMENT OF UNEMPLOYED GRADUATES IN AGRICULTURE
Closing date for all applications to reach our office is by 30 September 2020 Read more >11 September 2020
ORDINARY MEMBER ON THE AUDIT & PERFORMANCE AUDIT COMMITTEE
INVITATION TO SERVE AS AN ORDINARY MEMBER ON THE AUDIT & PERFORMANCE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF BITOU MUNICIPALITY Read more >07 September 2020
THOLOANA ENTERPRISE PROGRAMME
We invest in entrepreneurs – with a particular emphasis on women, youth, people in rural areas and entrepreneurs with a disability – who show the potential and commitment to grow a business and create jobs. Read more >01 September 2020
University / College Admission
Would you like to apply for University/College Admission or for National Student Financial Aid? Read more >24 August 2020
BITOU MUNICIPALITY WELCOMES IT'S NEW PLANT EQUIPMENT
This equipment is for the Intergrated Waste Management and the Water and Sanitation Departments. The fleet was acquired through a three year lease which will cost the Municipality R15 million. Read more >24 August 2020
OPENING OF BITOU LIBRARIES
As per current Covid -19 Level relaxed regulation, all Greater Bitou public libraries will open on the 1st September 2020 limited services, as the guideline from the Western Cape Provincial Government. Read more >14 August 2020
National Building Standards technical training
Applicants must have registered construction companies and registration for training must be accompanied by proof of company registration document. Read more >12 August 2020
Bitou Council on Establishment of a University
Engadin’ Stiftung resolved to establish a new-generation University in Plettenberg Bay: Engadin’ Institute of Aeronautics, Agriculture and Innovative Social Entrepreneurship. Read more >03 August 2020
Die Bitou Raad Maak ’N Groot Besluit Oor Die Skuld Van Hulpbehoewende Verbruikers
Bitou Munisipaliteit se Raad, by n gewone Raadsvergadering gehou op die 30ste Junie 2020, het goedkeuring gegee vir die afskrywing van n bedrag meer as 11(elf)miljoen rand skuld aan hulpbehoewende verbruikers. Read more >03 August 2020
Umasipala Wase Bitou Wenza Isigqibo Ngamatyala Abantu Abakuluhlu Yezaphulelo Kulo Masipala
Kwintlanganiso yeBhunga kuMasipala wase Bitou, ibibanjwe ngomhla we 30 kweye Silimela (June) 2020, kwaye kwathathwa isigqibo malunga ngamatyala abantu abaqalayo ukuba kwi luhlu yezaphulelo kubantu abazi mpula zika lujaca abanga 1009. Read more >03 August 2020
Bitou Council Decides On The Debts Of Indigent Consumers
The Bitou Municipal Council, at an Ordinary Council Meeting held on the 30 June 2020, approved to write off an amount in excess of 11 Million Rands owed by indigent consumers. Read more >29 July 2020
ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING
Invitees are encouraged to participate virtually via Skype in order to follow social distancing protocol. Read more >29 July 2020
REVENUE SERVICES (ENQUIRIES + INVOICES+PAYMENT)
All enquiries must be logged via the Customer Care Services by 044-501 3000 or CustomerCare@plett.gov.za. Read more >29 July 2020
INTERRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY
This serves as the first notification of a water interruption; further notices with more clarity will follow later this week, and on a weekly basis going forward. Read more >28 July 2020
Closure of the Waste Transfer Station
Please note that the Bitou Waste Transfer Station is closed until further notice. Read more >24 July 2020
DRIVERS TESTING CENTRE OPERATING TIMES
Please note that the DTCL has been dealing with massive backlogs that has been caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Read more >23 July 2020
Application for EPWP intake 2020/21 (extention of submission date)
Please note that all applications for the 2020/21 intake in the EPWP programme will now close at 12:00 on Friday 31 July 2020. Read more >23 July 2020
INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 2021 - 2023
For attention: Mr. Themba Nkolwana at 012: 312 7018 - Closing date: 31 July 2020. Read more >22 July 2020
Indigent subsidy registration for 2020-21
INDIGENT SUBSIDY REGISTRATION CAMPAIGN FOR 2020/21 FINANCIAL YEAR Read more >15 July 2020
LIBRARIES REMAIN CLOSED
LIBRARIES REMAIN CLOSED FOR NOW, BOOKS AUTOMATICALLY RENEWED Read more >26 June 2020
Revenue Services (Enquiries & Invoices & Payment)
All enquiries must be logged via the Customer Care Services by 044-501 3000 or CustomerCare@plett.gov.za. Read more >26 June 2020
Approval of the budget and tariffs for 2020-21
Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 14 (1) and (2) of the Local Government: Municipal Property Rates Act (Act 6 of 2004) that the Bitou Municipal Council approved the levying of Assessment Rates by way of council resolution C/2/181/06/20 Read more >19 June 2020
Final Approved Adjustment Budget 2019/2020
On Thursday 11/06/2020 Council adopted the 2019/2020 2nd Adjustments Budget and this resolution (C/2/180/06/20) gives effect to section 21A of the Municipal Systems Act (Act 32, of 2000) Read more >19 June 2020
Approved budget and tariffs 2020/21
Approved budget and tariffs 2020/21 and adopted revised Integrated Development Plan (IDP): 2017 - 2022 Read more >15 June 2020
DELAY IN DELIVERY OF SERVICES
LABOUR MATTER CAUSING DELAY IN DELIVERY OF SERVICES Read more >15 June 2020
LEARNERS AND DRIVING LICENSE TEST DATES
All driver and learner applicants that had dates during the Lockdown are required to take not of the below information. Read more >12 June 2020
STATEMENT FROM THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER’S DESK
Update on the Bitou Municipality’s Annual Budget for 2020/21 Read more >12 June 2020
School visit by Executive Mayor and COVID-19 Task Team
BITOU EXECUTIVE MAYOR AND COVID -2019 TASK TEAM VISITS SCHOOLS TO ASSESS THEIR OPERATIONS AMIDST THE CORONA VIRUS PANDEMIC Read more >11 June 2020
Cape Town International Airport open for business travel
JOINT MEDIA RELEASE BY DAVID MAYNIER AND JAMES VOS Read more >09 June 2020
GRANT-IN-AID: CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Organisations and or bodies who qualify for financial assistance are hereby invited to submit proposals for programs they endeavor to undertake during calendar year 2020. Read more >03 June 2020
Motor Registration and Licensing Offices
An attendance register must be completed by all members of the public whom visits the office (completed to the fullest) Read more >30 May 2020
Limited re–opening of Municipal Offices 01 June 2020
THE CO-OPERATION OF THE PUBLIC DURING THE COVID-19 WILL BE APPRECIATED Read more >29 May 2020
27 Western Cape municipalities awarded unqualified & clean audit outcomes
27 Western Cape municipalities awarded unqualified audit outcomes, 13 also get clean audits Read more >29 May 2020
Implementing the Hotspot Strategy to ensure safer workplaces
WESTERN CAPE MINISTER OF FINANCE AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES Read more >27 May 2020
Western Cape Provincial Overview 9
Municipalities in the Western Cape continue to implement wide ranging steps to address the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Read more >20 May 2020
Project Liaison Officer
The South African National Road Agency (SANRAL) requires the service of a Project Liaison Officer (PLO) for a SANRAL contract within the Garden Route District Municipality. Read more >16 May 2020
Update on the coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde
As of 1pm on 15 May, the Western Cape has 4592 active cases of Covid-19, with a total of 7586 confirmed cases and 2857 recoveries. Read more >15 May 2020
Other COVID-19 Relief Options in the sector
DCAS OFFERS PROVINCIAL RELIEF OPTIONS FOR THE CULTURAL, CREATIVE AND SPORT SECTOR Read more >15 May 2020
RELIEF OPTIONS FOR THE SPORT SECTOR
DCAS OFFERS PROVINCIAL RELIEF OPTIONS FOR THE CULTURAL, CREATIVE AND SPORT SECTOR Read more >15 May 2020
RELIEF OPTIONS FOR THE CULTURAL AND CREATIVE SECTOR
DCAS OFFERS PROVINCIAL RELIEF OPTIONS FOR THE CULTURAL, CREATIVE AND SPORT SECTOR Read more >13 May 2020
Expanding e-commerce under Alert Level 4 will help small businesses
MEDIA RELEASE BY DAVID MAYNIER. WESTERN CAPE MINISTER OF FINANCE AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES Read more >06 May 2020
COVID-19: Western Cape Provincial Update 5
Municipalities across the Western Cape continue to implement feeding schemes and various support measures to assist communities during the Covid-19 lockdown. Read more >06 May 2020
Update on the Coronavirus and PPE supplies.
Media Release: Update on the Coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde- provincial PPE supplies doubled in the past week Read more >05 May 2020
Update on the Coronavirus
Media Release: Update on the Coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde Read more >04 May 2020
Update on the Coronavirus
Media Release: Update on the Coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde Read more >01 May 2020
DIRECTIONS FOR ONCE OFF MOVEMENT OF PERSONS
STATEMENT OF THE MINISTER OF COGTA ON THE DIRECTIONS FOR ONCE OFF MOVEMENT OF PERSONS Read more >01 May 2020
SPAZASHOPS AND GENERAL DEALERS SUPPORT SCHEME
Private Bag X274, PRETORIA, 0001, the dti Campus, 77 Meintjies Street, Sunnyside PRETORIA Tel: (012) 394 5535/1813 | Private Bag X9047, CAPE TOWN, 8000, Tel: (021) 464 2980, Fax: (021) 461 2480 Read more >01 May 2020
BITOU MUNICIPALITY - PERSONNEL ON DUTY
Although the Covid 19 measures will be relaxed from 01 May 2020 to level 4, remain the current emergency employment arrangements for all personnel of Bitou Municipality unchanged. Read more >29 April 2020
30 DAY EXTENSION ON EXPIRED LICENSE AND/OR PERMITS
All registered vehicle owners have been granted with a 30 day grace period to renew their expired licenses or permits. Read more >29 April 2020
Youth Micro Enterprise Relief Fund
The application period is from 20 April up to 30 May 2020 Read more >24 April 2020
Update on the coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde
As of 17h00 on 22April, the Western Cape has recorded 1153 confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection. Read more >23 April 2020
CORONAVIRUS MOBILE SCAM ALERT
There has been an increase in opportunistic criminal activity on the internet an mobile channels. The bad guys are preying on your fear and sending all sorts of scams related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Read more >
21 April 2020
Amendment of regulations
Disaster Management Act: Amendment of regulations: Coronavirus COVID-19 lockdown Read more >19 April 2020
Response to “food parcel theft allegation”
Statement by the Bitou Municipality’s Executive Mayor, Cllr. Peter Lobese Read more >17 April 2020
Update on the Coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde
Media Release: As of 00h01 on 17 April, the Western Cape has recorded 743 confirmed cases of COVID-19 infection. Read more >16 April 2020
Update on the coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde
Media Release: Update on the coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde Read more >15 April 2020
Update by Premier Alan Winde
Media Release: Update by Premier Alan Winde on the coronavirus Read more >10 April 2020
Premier Alan Winde on the coronavirus-food relief
Media Release: Update by Premier Alan Winde on the coronavirus-food relief rolling out to hundreds of thousands across the province Read more >09 April 2020
Update on the coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde
Media Release: Update on the coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde- testing is safe and important in the COVID-19 response Read more >08 April 2020
Update on the coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde
Media Release: Update on the coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde- World Health Day an opportunity to pay tribute to nurses and focus on our health Read more >08 April 2020
Relief fund for Small Holder and Subsistence Farmers
Requested for support in facilitating application for small holder and substance farmers to benefit from initiatives aimed at mitigating the impact of COVID19 Read more >06 April 2020
Draft Tax Bills for public comment
Publication of COVID-19 Draft Tax Bills for public comment Read more >06 April 2020
Support for ‘Spaza’ Shops and Informal Traders/Hawkers
RE: DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT FOR ‘SPAZA’ SHOPS AND INFORMAL TRADERS/HAWKERS DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC – RELIEF FUNDING SCHEME AND QUALIFYING CRITERIA Read more >06 April 2020
COVID-19 AGRICULTURAL DISASTER SUPPORT
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: COVID-19 AGRICULTURAL DISASTER SUPPORT FUND FOR SMALLHOLDER AND COMMUNAL FARMERS Read more >06 April 2020
Additional R53 million allocated to food relief programmes in the Western Cape
MEDIA RELEASE BY PREMIER ALAN WINDE Read more >
03 April 2020
TOURISM RELIEF FUND FOR SMMEs
The Tourism Relief Fund provides once-off capped grant assistance to Small Micro and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMMEs) Read more >03 April 2020
Free Basic Electricity Tokens
Easy way for indigent consumers to get their free basic units using this app. Please follow the easy steps to get your units. Read more >31 March 2020
Update on the Coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde
Update on the Coronavirus by Premier Alan Winde- communities can help us fight this virus Read more >31 March 2020
LEARNER AND DRIVING TEST RESCHEDULED
In line with the government’s announcement that encourages Social Distancing, all Learner and Driving test has been rescheduled Read more >27 March 2020
MEASURES FOR SMME's
STATEMENT BY MINISTER NTSHAVHENI ON GOVERNMENT MEASURES FOR SMMEs IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC Read more >27 March 2020
Draft IDP and Annual Budget 2020-2023
Draft Integrated Development Plan and Annual Budget 2020-2023 Read more >27 March 2020
HOW & WHERE TO PAY YOUR MUNICIPAL ACCOUNT
All enquiries must be logged via the Customer Care Services by 044-501 3000 or CustomerCare@plett.gov.za. Read more >27 March 2020
Minister Patel announces essential service application portal
DATE: 25 MARCH 2020 Read more >24 March 2020
CLOSURE OF THE PLETTENBERG BAY AIRPORT
CemAir Pty Ltd have been made aware of the situation and a NOTAM will inform General Aviations. Read more >24 March 2020
Bitou Council On National LOCKDOWN
STATEMENT FROM THE BITOU COUNCIL ON THE NATIONAL LOCKDOWN FROM 26 MARCH TO 16 APRIL 2020 Read more >23 March 2020
COVID-19
On 31 December 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) China country office reported a cluster of pneumonia cases in Wuhan City, Hubei Province of China. Read more >13 March 2020
CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019
Contact the General Public Hotline 0800 029 999. It operates from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00. Read more >13 March 2020
REFUSE COLLECTION DELAYS
Please keep all refuse containers (wheelie Bins or Black Bags) outside and accessible to the truck and the Municipal refuse collectors Read more >13 March 2020
Bitou Council on Corona Virus cases
Bitou Council is taking steps to ensure that plans are in place to effectively deal with possible Corona Virus cases. Read more >12 March 2020
BITOU MUNICIPALITY AND SEDA BASIC BUSINESS SKILLS TRAINING
Only 15 seats are available for the training. Seats will be booked on a first come and served basis. Read more >11 March 2020
TRAVEL ADVISORY
Travelers should avoid all nonessential travel to countries affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Read more >09 March 2020
Final Approved Adjustments Budget 2019/2020
On Monday 24/02/2020 Council adopted the 2019/2020 Adjustments Budget and this resolution (C/2/171/02/20) gives effect to section 21A of the Municipal Systems Act (Act 32, of 2000) Read more >09 March 2020
Integrated Waste Management Services
You are hereby given notice that Household Bulky Waste will not be accepted at the Bitou Transfer Station as from 15 March 2020. Read more >27 February 2020
Letter to the Plettenberg Bay Ratepayers
(Hereinafter referred to as “the report”). Read more >
18 February 2020
INVITATION TO APPLY FOR A SMART ID CARD
It gives us great pleasure to invite your learners to apply for a Smart ID Card at Home Affairs office in George during the month of February 2020 between 16h00 until 18h30. Read more >
12 February 2020
EMERGENCY POWER SHUTDOWN
An emergency Electricity shutdown will occur on Friday 14 February 2020 at Brakkloof Substation, the shutdown will start from 08h00 till 12h00. Read more >05 February 2020
Raising of long-term debt - Ordinary Council Meeting
The public is herewith notified of an Ordinary Council Meeting of the Bitou Local Municipality, to be held on 28 February 2020 in the municipal Council Chambers, Plettenberg Bay. Read more >05 February 2020
Annual ‘Investing in African Mining Indaba’
Cape Town International Convention Centre Read more >05 February 2020
2018/2019 draft Annual Report & 2019/2020 mid–year
The public is hereby invited to submit written comments or representations, if any, in respect of the 2018/2019 Draft Annual Rapport with the undersigned, by no later than Friday, 28 February 2020. Read more >29 January 2020
REPAIR AND RESURFACING OF PROVINCIAL MAIN ROAD MR00383
Marine Way form Challenge Drive to Main Road Read more >14 January 2020
DRAFT ZONING SCHEME BY-LAW FOR COMMENT
This notice serves as a follow-up reminder that the draft Bitou Zoning Scheme By-law is available for public comment, as initially notified in the CX Press newspaper on 11 December 2019. Read more >09 January 2020
Small-scale embedded generation policy
Invitation to comment on small-scale embedded generation policy Read more >09 January 2020
Electrification of second dwellings
Invitation to comment on policy on electrification of second dwellings Read more >08 January 2020
MESSAGE TO THE MATRIC CLASS OF 2019
All three high schools in our town achieved above 80% pass rates. Wittedrift High School achieved a 100% pass rate. Murray High and Plett Secondary Schools did not disappoint by achieving 82.4% and 93% respectively. Read more >08 January 2020
Extension for the submission date
Application for Mayoral Bursary Fund: 2020 Academic Year Read more >24 December 2019
SECOND DRAFT BITOU MUNICIPAL SDF
CALL FOR COMMENTS ON THE SECOND DRAFT BITOU MUNICIPAL SPATIAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK (SDF) Read more >18 December 2019
CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES
CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES BETWEEN CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR 2019/2020 Read more >18 December 2019
Application for Mayoral Bursary Fund: 2020 Academic Year
Learners who wish to further their studies during the 2019 calendar year, are hereby invited to apply for assistance from the Mayoral Bursary Fund. Read more >12 December 2019
KRANSHOEK WATER SUPPLY INTERUPTION DUE TO LOAD SHEDDING
Area of interruption: Kranshoek Read more >12 December 2019
WATER SUPPLY INTERUPTION DUE TO LOAD SHEDDING
Area of interruption: Bitou municipal area Read more >04 December 2019
Draft Bitou Zoning Scheme By-Law for public comment
Written comments or objections may be submitted for the attention of the Spatial Planner, Mr Marcel Minne before or on 7 February 2020. Read more >03 December 2019
INTERRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY
Area of interruption: Plettenberg Bay (along N2 National Highway east of the Old Nick site and up to the Bitou River Bridge on the R340 to Wittedrift) Read more >
03 December 2019
Seasonal Refuse Collection Schedule
The truck is coming – Get your refuse next to the street Read more >
13 November 2019
To All Electricity Consumers
Please note if weather permitting, the supply of electricity to your premise will be interrupted on Thursday 21 November 2019 from 08h00 till 17h00. Alternative Day: Tuesday, 26 November 2019. Read more >13 November 2019
Interruption Of Water Supply
Please be advised that the supply of water to your premises will be interrupted in order to connect a new pipeline for a new project. Read more >07 November 2019
NRCS Annual Building Control Officer's Convention 2019
The NRCS officially invites you to attend the 2019 Building Control Officer's Annual Convention to be held at Bitou Municipality, Plettenberg Bay on the 22nd November 2019. Read more >01 November 2019
Rural Fire Prevention
The possibility for bush fires is real. The hazards are present with over grown stands/plots/erven with the absence of fire breaks. The risk to this is "runaway" fires. Home owners in rural areas should be preparing for bush fires. Read more >01 November 2019
ISAZISO
Phepha Mvume lo ku tshisa - Akukho mvume yo kutshisa ezakunikezelwa ukusukela ku mhla we 14 November 2019. Read more >01 November 2019
BRAND PERMITE
Brand permit aansoeke en inspeksies sal middel Maart 2020 soos normaal voortgaan of soos weerstoestande toe laat. Read more >01 November 2019
FIRE PERMITS
Fire Permit applications and Inspections for controlled burns may resume mid-March 2020 or as weather conditions allow. Read more >28 October 2019
Cool-hand Kingston closes out SA Senior Open victory
James Kingston became a two-time SA national champion after winning the SA Senior Open, hosted by Bitou Municipality, in emphatic style with a birdie finish at Plettenberg Bay Country Club on Friday. Read more >24 October 2019
Mcnulty in the hunt as Kingston forges ahead
James Kingston opened with a bogey on the first but added four birdies on his opening nine, before ending his round with a trio of birdies to take a four-shot lead into the third round of the SA Senior Open hosted by Bitou Municipality. Read more >23 October 2019
AP Botes goes low in round 1 to take the lead
AP Botes goes low in round 1 to take the lead at the 2019 SA Senior Open Read more >
16 October 2019
Water technologies demonstration programme
YOUNG ENGINEERS “CHANGEMAKERS” PROGRAMME: OPEN CALL Read more >16 October 2019
Load shedding
Bitou Municipality will only be affected at 22h00 tonight. Read more >08 October 2019
Notice IDP Budget Process Plan Ward Meetings 2019
In terms of Section 28(3) of the Municipal Systems Act (Act No. 32 of 2000) which prescribes that the Municipality must inform communities about the particulars of the process it intends to follow in its Integrated Development Plan Read more >17 September 2019
Call for proposals for sponsorship
Call for proposals for sponsorship branded beach umbrellas, branded beach cushions and auxilory services in Plettenberg Bay Read more >05 September 2019
PUBLIC MEETING: WARD 2
Notice is hereby given of Public Meeting that will be held according to the schedule below: Read more >02 September 2019
PUBLICATION OF RULES OF ORDER BY-LAW
Closing date for the public comments is on 30 September 2019 at 16:30. Read more >24 July 2019
Commencement of construction works
Notice is hereby given to all residents in Poortjies of construction works that will be undertaken in your area. Read more >
18 April 2019
Notice 155/2019 Closing of Bitou municipality for Staff Wellness Event
Notice is hereby given that the municipal offices will close at 10h00 on Friday, 26 April 2019, due to a Staff Wellness Event. All essential and emergency services are operational. Read more >25 February 2019
Council response to 20/02/2019 petition
Response from Special Council meeting on 25 February 2019 to the 20 February 2019 petition on electricity tariffs and related demands Read more >24 February 2019
Urgent Notice: Limited services at DLTC (drivers and learners testing centre)
Limited services will be available at the Bitou DLTC, from 25 February to 8 March 2019. Read more >30 January 2019
Plettenberg Bay Landfill Site Closure for Rehabilitation
The site is now closed permanently for rehabilitation as per the Closure Permit from the Department of Environmental Affairs, in accordance to governing legislation. Read more >24 January 2019
National Rural Youth Service Corps
NARYSEC (National Rural Youth Service Corps) PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN BITOU MUNICIPALITY AND THE DEPARTMENT: RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND LAND REFORM (DRDLR) Read more >17 January 2019
EPWP Wellness Day
CWP Eden Wellness Programme has been initiated By Samkelo Majo Eden District Coordinator with CEO’s of AFSA/ITHUNGA Consortium Thembeka Zondi. Read more >14 January 2019
Construction of 441 Top Structures in Kwanokuthula
Applications are hereby invited for the appointment of the following position: COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER (CLO) / On the following project: CONSTRUCTION OF 441 TOP STRUCTURES IN KWANOKUTHULA Read more >11 January 2019
Application for Mayoral Bursary Fund: 2019 Academic Year
Learners, who wish to further their studies during the 2019 calendar year, are hereby invited to apply for Assistance from the Mayoral Bursary Fund. Read more >08 January 2019
Sewerage Services
We are currently experiencing mechanical faults with our sewer trucks. Read more >20 December 2018
Unblocking of Electricity Meters
Unblocking of Electricity Meters from the 20th December 2018 until 04 January 2019 Read more >12 December 2018
CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES
CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES BETWEEN CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR 2018/2019 Read more >12 December 2018
Christmas Message
It is a privilege to welcome all the visitors to our beautiful town. May you enjoy our terrific beaches, the scenery and everything that this unique town has to present. Read more >07 December 2018
BITOU MUNICIPALITY WON A WATER USE COMPLIANCE AWARD.
The Water Use Compliance Award is designed to award a municipality for compliance performance of all WWTW under the municipality jurisdiction that has a water use license and/or General Authorization. Read more >03 December 2018
Load Shedding Stage 2
Please be informed that Load Shedding Stage 2 is in progress. Read more >30 November 2018
POWER ALERT 1
The risk of loadshedding has moved from Stage 1 to Stage 2 for today, but will only be implemented if absolutely necessary Read more >29 November 2018
WHITE SHARK RESEARCH PROJECT
TO: All Interested and Affected Stakeholders. You are cordially invited to participate in an open meeting. Read more >23 November 2018
LIBRARY CLOSURE
SLUITING VAN BIBLIOTEKE: 30 N0VEMBER 2018 / UKUVALWA KWAMATHALA EENCWADI: 30 NOVEMBER 2018 Read more >23 November 2018
MEDIA RELEASE
Re: Response to statement by Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Anton Bredel. Read more >16 November 2018
Bitou Municipality’s new fleet unveiled to boost service delivery
Bitou Municipality received new vehicles to boost and strengthen the municipality’s service delivery departments. Read more >13 November 2018
INTERRUPTION OF WATER SUPPLY
Please be advised that, the supply of water to your premises will be interrupted in order to carry out essential maintenance work in storage system. Read more >30 October 2018
eNATIS SYSTEM OFFLINE
The eNatis system at our licensing office is currently offline; as such, we are unable to perform any licensing transactions. Read more >24 October 2018
Signing of the Ebenezer Land
The Ebenezer Land owners finally signed off the landmark deal between the Western Cape Province, Department of Human Settlements and Bitou Municipality for portion 3, 42, and 44 of farm No.437 Hilview. Read more >19 October 2018
BITOU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY IDP FORUM MEETING
Notice is hereby given of Integrated Development Planning (IDP) Forum Meeting to be held at the Piesang Community Hall on 14 November 2018 at 09:00am. Read more >18 October 2018
MEDIA RELEASE:
This refers to land parcels in the areas of the Crags, Qolweni and Ebenezer. Read more >08 October 2018
Bitou SMME Incubator Programme
Bitou Municipality in partnership with Nedbank and SEDA hereby invites local existing and emerging businesses to join the Bitou SMME Incubator Programme. Read more >01 October 2018
Executive Mayor Hosts Industry Leaders in Annual Bitou Municipality Mayoral Golf Day
With Bitou Municipality playing host to the SA Senior Open from 2-5 October the Executive Mayor, Councillor Lobese hosted his annual Mayoral Golf Day at the beautiful Plettenberg Bay Country Club. Read more >12 September 2018
Commission on Restitution of Land Rights
The Commission on Restitution of Land Rights is urgently looking for the following people in order to process their land claims. Read more >06 September 2018
MAYORAL IMBIZO’S
In terms of Section 28(3) of the Municipal Systems Act (Act No. 32 of 2000) which prescribes that the Municipality must inform communities about the particulars of the process it intends to follow in its Integrated Development Plan. Read more >05 September 2018
PUBLIC MEETING: WARD 2
Notice is hereby given of Ward Based Public Meeting that will be held according to the schedule Read more >22 August 2018
NOTICE OF INTERRUPTION SUPPLY OF WATER
This serves as notice that on THURSDAY 23 August 2018 from 09h00 until 16h00 you may experience interruptions in the supply of water at your property. Read more >21 August 2018
ADVERTISEMENT FOR MOC
Closing date for all applications: 07 SEPTEMBER 2018. Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered. Read more >21 August 2018
ADVERTISEMENT FOR APCs in the Eden Region
Closing date for all applications: 07 SEPTEMBER. 2018. Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered. Read more >20 August 2018
MEDIA RELEASE
2017/18 FINANCIAL YEAR MUNICIPAL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT MIG-APPRECIATION OF GOOD PERFORMANCE Read more >14 August 2018
South Africa’s Toughest Firefighter Alive (TFA-SA)
Bitou’s firefighting team participated in the “South Africa’s Toughest Firefighter Alive (TFA-SA)” event held at Roeland Street Fire Station, Cape Town on the 10-12 August 2018. Read more >20 July 2018
EPWP CDP Training
PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING TRAINING OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL CIDB LEVEL 1 – 2 GB/CE CONTRACTORS Read more >19 July 2018
UNPLANNED POWER INTERRUPTION AFFECTING BITOU MUNICIPALITY
To: All Bitou Residents || Attention: Affected Areas Read more >10 July 2018
COMMUNITY IMBIZO
Deputy Minister: Rural Development and Land Reform, Mr Mcebisi Skwatsha Read more >10 July 2018
Mandela Month Unity Walk
In celebration of Mandela month we as South Africans need to uphold Madiba's unwavering commitment to Justice; Equality and a Non-racial South Africa Read more >06 July 2018
MEDIA RELEASE
Bitou municipality media statement on a visit of Honorable Minister of Human Settlements Nomaindia Mfeketo and Western Cape Provincial Minister of Human Settlements Mr. Bonginkosi Madikizela. Read more >04 July 2018
ELECTRICITY PRE-PAID METERS
Vendors that will be activated for vending to the Proprietary meters (PT1…), Read more >03 July 2018
ELECTRICITY PRE-PAID METERS
To see the list of authorized vendors, go to: www.bitou.gov.za/utilities-world Read more >03 July 2018
MEDIA INVITATION
HON MINISTER NOMAINDIYA MFEKETO TO VISIT BITOU MUNICIPALITY Read more >29 June 2018
Utilities World
Syntel will no longer provide pre-paid electricity to vendors in the Bitou area Read more >28 June 2018
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT NOTICE
REGISTRATION ON AND UPDATE OF SUPPLIER DATABASE Read more >27 June 2018
MEDIA RELEASE
MEDIA STATEMENT FOLLOWING THE MAYOR’S SECOND MEETING WITH THE QOLWENI AND BOSSIESGIF COMMUNITIES Read more >
21 June 2018
MEDIA RELEASE
RESPONSE BY EXECUTIVE MAYOR MSIMBOTI LOBESE TO THE REBUTTAL MEDIA STATEMENT OF MINISTER DONALD GRANT (TRANSPORT AND PUBLIC WORKS) Read more >19 June 2018
MAYORAL PUBLIC FEEDBACK MEETING
All members of the community are welcome to attend. / Bonke abahlali bamnkelekile kulomhlangano. Read more >19 June 2018
MEDIA RELEASE:
STATEMENT: EXECUTIVE MAYOR MSIMBOTI LOBESE APPLAUDS NATIONAL MINISTER OF HUMAN SETTLEMENT, UNDERTAKING TO VISIT BITOU MUNICIPALITY FOLLOWING PROTESTS, BUT DISAPPOINTED IN THE CONDUCT OF PROVINCIAL MINISTERS Read more >14 June 2018
Notice to Residents following unrests
This follows after an engagement between Executive Mayor, Cllr Peter Lobese and the Community of Qolweni. As agreed during the engagement the unrest of recent days will stop and the Executive Mayor will report back to the community in seven days... Read more >14 June 2018
CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES
Municipal Offices are closed for today Thursday, 14 June 2018 and will re-open on Friday, 15 June 2018 at 07h30 Read more >13 June 2018
Veld Fire Warning
Strong damaging winds often occur along coastal regions, but also often occur during thunderstorm activity. These winds are sudden and can cause much damage. Read more >11 June 2018
APPLICATION: FILM TRAINING FOR BITOU UNEMPLOYED YOUTH.
LET YOUR DIGITAL VOICE BE HEARD Read more >11 June 2018
07June 2017 Commemoration
This fire disaster left hundreds of Bitou residents displaced and in dire need of aid. Read more >08 June 2018
Budget and Tariffs 2018/19 and IDP 2017/22
APPROVED BUDGET AND TARIFFS 2018/19 AND ADOPTED REVISED INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN (IDP): 2017 - 2022 Read more >05 June 2018
Statement On The Qolweni Informal Dwellings Fire On Sunday, 3rd June 2018
On Sunday, 3rd June 2018, a fire started after 9pm (21h00) in the informal settlement of Qolweni (ward 3) in the Bitou municipality. According to the Fire Department, the exact cause of the fire is not yet determined. Read more >
31 May 2018
Municipalities, Governmental Sector Department and Ward Committees discuss the 2018/2019 - 2021/2022 IDPs
The Eden District Municipality (Eden DM) hosted its first Integrated Development Planning (IDP)/Budget and Performance Management System (PMS) Representative Forum on 21 and 22 May 2018 at the Civic Centre of Mossel Bay. Read more >17 May 2018
AUDIT & PERFORMANCE AUDIT COMMITTEE
Applications are hereby invited for persons with suitable skills and qualifications to serve as members of the Bitou Municipality's audit committee in terms of Section 166 of the Municipal Finance Management Act (No. 56 of 2003). Read more >16 May 2018
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
THE PROPOSED UPGRADE OF THE NATURE’S VALLEY BULK WATER SUPPLY SCHEME: UPGRADING OF A RESERVOIR AND PIPELINES Read more >26 April 2018
PUBLIC MEETING: WARD 2
Notice is hereby given of Cllr Dave Swart Report Back Public Meeting Read more >25 April 2018
Refuse Collection
There are currently only 2 out of 5 of Compactor Trucks working. 2 Bakkies have been unserviceable since January 2018 Read more >25 April 2018
CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES
Notice is hereby given that all Municipal offices will close at 13h30 on Thursday, 26 April 2018 and will re-open on Monday, 30 April 2018 at 07h30. Read more >23 April 2018
PUBLIC NOTICE CALLING FOR INSPECTION OF THE FIRST SUPPLEMENTARY VALUATION ROLL (SV01) AND LODGING OF OBJECTIONS
PUBLIC NOTICE CALLING FOR INSPECTION OF THE FIRST SUPPLEMENTARY VALUATION ROLL (SV01) AND LODGING OF OBJECTIONS Read more >23 April 2018
PUBLIEKE KENNISGEWING VIR INSPEKSIE VAN DIE EERSTE AANVULLENDE WAARDASIEROL (AW01) EN INDIEN VAN BESWARE
PUBLIEKE KENNISGEWING VIR INSPEKSIE VAN DIE EERSTE AANVULLENDE WAARDASIEROL (AW01) EN INDIEN VAN BESWARE Read more >27 March 2018
RE-REGISTRATION OF INDIGENTS FOR 2018-19
All residents within the jurisdiction of the Bitou Local Municipality are hereby invited for re-registration of Indigent benefit/subsidy for the 2018/19 financial year Read more >27 March 2018
IDP WARD PUBLIC MEETINGS
Notice is hereby given of Integrated Development Planning (IDP) Ward based public meetings. Read more >27 March 2018
RE-LOCATION OF OFFICES
Notice is hereby given that the Cashiers department of Bitou Municipality will be relocating to the Melville’s Corner Shopping Centre Read more >23 March 2018
UPDATED PRESS STATEMENT ON PLETTENBERG BAY AIRPORT AND CEMAIR
A meeting was held between the Executive Management Team of Bitou Local Municipality, led by the acting municipal manager, Mr. J. B. Douglas and CEMAIR, on Thursday, 22 March 2018. Read more >20 March 2018
MEDIA RELEASE ON THE SPECIAL COUNCIL DECISION REGARDING PLETTENBERG BAY AIRPORT
Tuesday, 14 March 2018, the accounting officer of Bitou Municipality, Mr. J. B. Douglas (Acting Municipal Manager), pursuant to a resolution of a Special Council meeting of 28 February 2018, issued a notice to CEMAIR to cease operations immediately.. Read more >13 March 2018
ROAD CLOSURE – SEWELL STREET
Notice is hereby given of road closure. Sewell Street will be temporarily closed between Odland and Church Streets as a precautionary measure. Read more >13 March 2018
COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION WORKS
Notice is hereby given to all residents in Kwa-Nokuthula, New Horizons, Pine Trees and Kurland of construction works that will be undertaken in your area. Read more >12 March 2018
MUNICIPAL PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE MEETING
Council Chambers, Municipal Offices, Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay on the 20 MARCH 2018 at 13h00 Read more >08 March 2018
IDP FORUM MEETING
Notice is hereby given of Integrated Development Planning (IDP) Forum Meeting to be held at Piesang Community Hall on the 14 March 2018, at 10:00. This notice is given in terms of Chapter 4 and 5 of the Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000. Read more >06 March 2018
AMENDED 2017/2018 TOP-LAYER SDBIP
Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 44 of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act 32 of 2000) and MFMA Circular 13 (Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, 56 of 2003)... Read more >06 March 2018
INVITATION TO SERVE ON THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF BITOU MUNICIPALITY
Applications are hereby invited for persons with suitable skills to serve as members of the Bitou Municipality's audit and audit performance committee in terms of Section 166 of the Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003. Read more >01 March 2018
LOCAL AUTHORITY NOTICE
The public is herewith notified, in terms of the provision of Section 46 (3)(a)(i) of the Municipal Finance Management Act, Act 56 of 2003, of a Special Council Meeting of the Bitou Local municipality to be held on 29 March 2018 at 09:00... Read more >01 March 2018
AUDIT COMMITTEE
INVITATION TO SERVE ON THE AUDIT COMMITTEE OF BITOU MUNICIPALITY Read more >26 February 2018
Valuation Roll Entries of Former Rural Lifestyle
PROGRESS ON ENTRIES ON THE SUPPLEMENTARY VALUATION ROLL IN RESPECT OF FORMER RURAL LIFESTYLE CATEGORY Read more >
18 January 2018
COMMUNITY LIASON OFFICER
BITOU MUNICIPALITY (WC047) In Conjunction with Meyer & Verster. Applications are hereby invited for the appointment of the following position: COMMUNITY LIAISON OFFICER (CLO) Read more >
17 January 2018
COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION WORKS: BEACON WAY
Notice is hereby given to all residents of construction works that will be undertaken in the Poortjies area. Read more >12 January 2018
DLTC Celebrated one year of operation
Only 20 candidates can undertake the written learner license examination at a time, however various times are available to write, per day. Read more >
21 December 2017
BITOU HOSTS COASTAL INTERPROVINCIAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT FACILITATOR FORUM (WESTERN & EASTERN CAPE)
The LGSETA recently hosted a two-day Interprovincial Skills Development Facilitator Forum in Bitou, with municipalities from the Eastern and Western Cape. Read more >
07 December 2017
BITOU IMPLEMENTING STAGE 1 WATER RESTRICTIONS
We apologize for the misprint in the What's New stating that we are in Stage 2 instead of Stage 1. Please note that all users of Municipal portable Water, we request that Good Water Management Habits and Practices apply. Read more >16 November 2017
Notice of Water Supply Interruption
Part of the works involve the inter connection of the new water supply pipeline into the existing water supply network. Read more >15 November 2017
BITOU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY IDP FORUM MEETING
This invite is extended to all organizations or individuals who would like to have inputs into the revision of the Municipal Integrated Development Plan and contribute in the preparation of 2018/2019 municipal budget. Read more >
09 November 2017
Annual Chief’s Inspection 2017
The inspection will serve as an assessment in preparation for the upcoming festive season and will take place on Monday 13 November 2017. Read more >
06 November 2017
Amendments to Drought Management Policies
Bitou Council approved its amended Drought Management Policy through ITEM C/5/28/10/17 Read more >
23 October 2017
Roads Resurfacing and maintenance
The following street will be effected by road maintenance from Monday 23 October 2017 to Friday 27 October 2017. Read more >20 October 2017
BITOU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY IDP FORUM MEETING
Notice is hereby given of Integrated Development Planning (IDP) Forum Meeting to be held at the Piesang Valley Hall on the 27 October 2017, at 09:00. Read more >
09 October 2017
APPLICATION FOR MAYORAL BURSARY 2018 ACADEMIC YEAR
Learners who wish to further their studies during the 2018 calendar year, are hereby invited to apply for Assistance from the Mayoral Bursary Fund. Read more >02 October 2017
PORTION 98 OF THE FARM GANZE VALLEI NR.444
PROPOSED OCCASIONAL USE: PORTION 98 OF THE FARM GANZE VALLEI NR.444, BITOU MUNICIPALITY Read more >
02 October 2017
APPLICATIONS FOR EVENTS ON PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SPACES
NOTICE OF CLOSING DATES FOR APPLICATIONS FOR EVENTS ON PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SPACES OVER THE PEAK SEASON FROM 1 NOVEMBER 2017 UNTIL 15 JANUARY 2018. Read more >
28 September 2017
HUMAN SETTLEMENTS
IF YOUR MONTHLY HOUSEHOLD INCOME RANGES BETWEEN R3501–R15000, THE PROVINCIAL DEPARTEMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS, CAN ASSIST YOU TO BECOME A HOMEOWNER. Read more >28 September 2017
MENSLIKE NEDERSETTINGS
INDIEN JOU MAANDLIKSE HUISHOUDELIKE INKOMSTE TUSSEN R3501 – R15000 IS KAN DIE PROVINSIALE DEPARTEMENT VAN MENSLIKE NEDERSETTINGS BEHULPSAAM WEES OM ‘N HUISEIENAAR TE WORD. Read more >28 September 2017
HUMAN SETTLEMENTS
XA UMVUZO WEKHAYA LAKHO NGENYANGA UKUMYINGE OPHAKATHI KWAMA R3501 – R15000, ISEBE LEPHONDO LOKUHLALISWA KOLUNTU, LINGAKUNCEDA UKUBA UBE NGUMNINIKHAYA. Read more >
20 September 2017
CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES
Notice is hereby given that all municipal offices will be closed between 14h00 and 16h30 on Thursday 21 September 2017. Read more >
19 September 2017
EXPORT AWARENESS SEMINAR
Overview of Export Process and Services offered by Export Development & Support of the dti Read more >
18 September 2017
Bitou Municipality at your Service
As part of the communication objectives for the 2017 Public Service Month programme by the Department of Public Service And Administration, is to demonstrate “Government at Work”. Read more >15 September 2017
Bitou Public Safety
Bitou Public Safety instituted a Special Operation in their plight to clamp down the illegalities concerning passenger-carrying vehicles. Read more >
14 September 2017
International Coastal Clean-up
Kurland Village clean-up. 09h00 @ The Crags Primary School. Waste Management/Community Services Read more >
12 September 2017
ERRATUM Municipal Notice No: 183 /2017 (Updated)
The Executive Mayor of Bitou Municipality Cllr. Peter Lobese is inviting all community members to attend the “Mayoral Imbizo’s”. Please note the new changes done to the schedule (14 September 2017) Read more >07 September 2017
NOMINATIONS FOR EXTERNAL BMPT MEMBERS
In terms of the Spatial Planning and Land Use Planning Act, 16 of 2013 and the Bitou Municipality: Land Use Planning By-law, Bitou Municipality hereby invites nominations for members of the public to be appointed to the BMPT Read more >
05 September 2017
Effects of the drought disaster
Bitou to expedite efforts to address the effects of the drought disaster through funding received from National and Provincial Government Read more >
04 September 2017
PUBLIC SERVICE MONTH
The 2017 national Public Service Month (PSM) will take place across the country from 1 to 30 September under the theme: “Together Moving, the Public Service Forward: We Belong, We Care, We Serve” Read more >25 August 2017
UPGRADING OF THE WATER SUPPLY IN THE CBD AREA
Notice is hereby given that the Bitou Municipality is upgrading the water network in the CBD area along Main Road and High Streets. Read more >
24 August 2017
Bitou Local Municipality and Plett Tourism Association
Bitou Local Municipality has a healthy relationship with Plett Tourism that has been cemented over the past five years and continues to grow despite challenges faced at times. Read more >
16 August 2017
‘WAR ON ILLEGAL DUMPPING’ campaign
The vision of the ward 4 committee in partnership with the Municipality to erect gardens at the various dumping sites to discourage and ultimately eliminate illegal dumping in Ward 4. “We want residents to take pride in their community”, Read more >
10 June 2017
Fire Update - Dear residents / readers
#BitouFires largely under control and monitoring will be done throughout the night. Please be vigilant and safe. 044 533 5000 Bitou Comms Read more >
09 June 2017
ASSISTANCE TO VICTIMS OF FIRE IN BITOU
The Executive Mayor of Bitou Local Municipality Cllr Peter Lobese has set up the BITOU FIRE VICTIMS DISASTER RELIEF FUND in conjunction with Nedbank SA. Read more >
08 June 2017
FIRE UPDATE
For Emergencies, Contact the Following: BCPA – 082 251 8134 / WhatsApp – 071 869 3371 Read more >07 June 2017
Bitou Implementing Stage 1 Water Restrictions
Notice to all users of Municipal potable water: Good Water Management Habits and Practices shall apply immediately. Read more >02 June 2017
H2O Hero - Water Tips
When you look around at your community, you will likely notice that there is more land covered with housing than any other use. Every house has impervious surfaces (roofs, sidewalks, and/or driveways) that prevent water from soaking into the ground. Read more >
31 May 2017
Electricity Outage
REASON: To perform maintenance on electrical equipment. - WARNING: Consumers are requested to treat their installation as live during this period as the supply may be switch on at any time. Read more >
24 May 2017
MEDIA RELEASE
Election of new Speaker and Deputy Executive Mayor for Bitou Local Municipality Read more >
16 May 2017
Water Works
Water Maintenance work to be done in Keurbooms Strand and Keurbooms River Read more >
15 May 2017
Electricity Outage
Electrical Maintenance work to be done in Keurbooms Strand - Alternative Date: 24 May 2017 Read more >05 May 2017
This is an opportunity for the YOUTH in the Bitou District
You need to be: - Aged between 18 to 35 years - Must have Matric - Available to attend a six week training program Read more >04 May 2017
NOTICE: BITOU LOCAL MUNICIPALITY IDP FORUM MEETING
MUNICIPAL NOTICE NUMBER: 104/2017 - This notice is given in term of Chapter 4 and 5 of the Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000. Read more >12 April 2017
CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES
Notice is hereby given that the Bitou Municipal Administrative Offices will officially close on Thursday, 13th April 2017 at 13h30 and will remain closed until Monday, 17 April 2017. All Offices will re-open on Tuesday, 18th April 2017 at 07h30. Read more >
05 April 2017
Press Release - SA Senior Open
This is the strongest ever field assembled for a Senior Tour event in South Africa, but there was one player whose performance eclipsed all other competitors and that was Mark McNulty. “SuperMac” was the best player on the course on Tuesday... Read more >
14 March 2017
IMPORTANT NOTICE
INVITATION TO ARTS AND CULTURE ORGANISATIONS AND CULTURAL FESTIVALS IN THE WESTERN CAPE TO APPLY FOR PROJECT FUNDING Read more >14 March 2017
BELANGRIKE KENNISGEWING
UITNODIGING AAN KUNS- EN KULTUURORGANISASIES EN KULTUURFEESTE IN DIE WES-KAAP OM AANSOEK TE DOEN OM PROJEKBEFONDSING Read more >14 March 2017
ISAZISO ESIBALULEKILEYO
ISIMEMO ESIYA KWIMIBUTHO YOBUGCISA NENKCUBEKO KUNYE NEMINYHADALA YENKCUBEKO ENTSHONA KOLONI SOKUBA IFAKE IZICELO ZONCEDO-MALI LWEEPROJEKTHI Read more >10 March 2017
PUBLIC INSPECTION OF THE GENERAL VALUATION ROLL 2017/2021
The general valuation rolls for the financial years 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2021 lies open for public inspection at the various municipal offices & libraries within the municipal boundaries and/or in addition at www.bitou.gov.za from 21 February 2017. Read more >07 March 2017
Power Failure in Bitou Area
Information with regards to Unplanned outage in Plett area Read more >
22 February 2017
Municipal Notice: 43/2017
The Bitou Local Municipality is one of the fastest growing municipalities in the country and is promoted as an attractive destination for tourism and economic development. Read more >10 February 2017
NOTICE TO ALL BITOU RESIDENTS
4 DAYS BASIC BUSINESS SKILLS TRAINING: 13 February – 16 February 2017 Read more >
10 February 2017
NOTICE TO ALL BITOU YOUTH
YOUTH INFORMATION SHEET: Ages 14 to 35. Notice is hereby given to all youth in the Bitou Municipality area. Read more >
02 February 2017
DRAFT ANNUAL REPORT: 2015/2016 FINANCIAL YEAR
A printed copy of the Eden DM Draft Annual Report will be available from 03 February 2017 until 23 February 2017, at the following Eden DM offices and B-Municipalities: Read more >
25 January 2017
Bitou Public Safety Opens Driver’s License Testing Center
Public Safety will also open it’s Driving License Testing grounds during the course of this year. Read more >04 January 2017
Water Pipe Burst - Resolved
Issue has been resolved by Stand by team for pipe breakage. Thank you for your patience. Read more >28 December 2016
Dogs on beaches in Plett
For any queries relating to dogs on beaches please contact Customer Care on 044 501 3174/5, and they will respond within 24 hours. After hours 086 124 8686. Read more >28 December 2016
Fire Update 2
The Fire line is contained and a 72hour monitor and patrol has been in effect. Currently there are a few spots within burnt out area smouldering lightly. This will be monitored for the next 48 Hours... Read more >28 December 2016
Electricity Saving Tips in Bitou
The town is already in its December holiday season. Load shedding has been postponed for a while but the power situation needs to be continuously managed due to the expected tourists and non-resident home-owner influx. Read more >28 December 2016
Water Restrictions in Bitou - Notice Number:304/2016
Notice to all users of Municipal portable drinking water for good water management habits and practices for the continuation to limit the use of water in order to conserve this precious commodity. Read more >27 December 2016
Fire Update
In fire prevention and safety, the learn not to burn programme has been introduced to schools and trust that children will refrain from “playing with fire” as the damages, risks and hazards that follow can lead to loss of life and property Read more >26 December 2016
Power Outage Update
We apologise for any inconvenience caused due to the interruption of electricity. Read more >
22 December 2016
Christmas message to Bitou Residents and Visitors
Fellow citizens, residents of and visitors to this small but beautiful world in which we find ourselves, the Bitou municipal district, allow me on behalf of Bitou Municipality to convey a message to you all, young and old. Read more >20 December 2016
Notice Closure of Municipal Offices
Notice is hereby given that all municipal offices will close on the following dates... Read more >14 December 2016
Landfill Site Information
Dear Bitou Resident. Please note the following information on where to take your classified waste. Read more >13 December 2016
NOTICE CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES
BITOU MUNICIPALITY (WC047) NOTICE NUMBER: NO:306/2016 CLOSURE OF MUNICIPAL OFFICES: 15 DECEMBER 2016 Read more >
28 November 2016
Bitou Municipal Council News
Executives write to the Greater Bitou. Bitou Housing Developments. Bitou Municipality - Waste Collection Schedule. Ward Committee Establishment. Important Numbers. Use of Fireworks and Sky Lanterns. Read more >23 November 2016
IMPLEMENTATION OF BITOU MUNICIPALITY RIVER BY-LAW
Notice is hereby given that the Bitou Municipality River By-law has been approved by Council and is being officially gazetted. Read more >
23 November 2016
Annual Chief Inspection
Bitou Municipality’s Public Safety Manager; Mr. Andile Sakati had his successful Annual Chief Inspection on Friday 18 Nov 2016. Read more >23 November 2016
WARNING, SCAM ALERT
WARNING: SCAM ALERT Bitou Local Municipality has been informed of a scam artist/s attempting to exploit unknowing citizens in an attempt to extort money from them. Read more >
17 November 2016
GRANTS-IN-AID: CALL FOR PROPOSALS
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any award and will make no award to organisations that have received funds in the previous book year but have not submitted a final report on its previous expenditure. Read more >16 November 2016
Supplementary Valuation Roll
CERTIFICATION BY: MUNICIPAL VALUER AS CONTEMPLATED IN SECTION 34(C) OF THE MUNICIPAL PROPERTY RATES ACT 6 OF 2004 Read more >16 November 2016
Supplementary Valuation Roll
CERTIFICATION BY: MUNICIPAL VALUER AS CONTEMPLATED IN SECTION 34(C) OF THE MUNICIPAL PROPERTY RATES ACT 6 OF 2004 Read more >
24 October 2016
CWP is Coming to Bitou
1 & 2 NOVEMBER 2016 CWP REGISTRATION What is the Community Work Programme (CWP) Read more >24 October 2016
Establishment of Ward Committees for the term, 2016- 2021.
Notice is hereby given for the Establishment of Ward Committees. Public meetings will be held in all wards on the specified dates. Read more >13 October 2016
Government Communication and Information Systems (GCIS)
Liquor and Gambling Amendment Bills, 2016 Read more >14 September 2016
APPLICATION FOR MUNICIPAL BURSAY
Learners who wish to further their studies in 2017 are hereby invited to apply for Municipal Assistance in the form of a bursary. Read more >
31 August 2016
Fire in Plett area originated/stem from De Vlugt fire State
Fire in Plett area originated/stem from De Vlugt fire that started earlier this week. Currently fire has spread across Keurbooms river towards Eastern side Read more >16 August 2016
CLOSING OF PUBLIC LIBRARIES – 17 AUGUST 2016
Notice is hereby given that all Public Libraries will close at 13h00 WEDNESDAY, 17 August 2016 due to Municipality staff meeting that will take place at Piesang Hall. Sorry for the inconvenience Read more >
29 June 2016
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR THE TOURISM BLUE FLAG PROJECT (2016-2018)
WESSA calling for applications from unemployed youth for a 28 month learnership in Environmental and tourism training and practical experience. Read more >
20 June 2016
BITOU YOUTH Desk Facilitate Training of Unemployed Youth.
During the first semester of 2016 the Bitou Youth Development Officer Mr D Meyer through of office of the Executive Mayor hosted various training opportunities for your local youth. Read more >20 June 2016
Supplementary Valuation Roll
CERTIFICATION BY: MUNICIPAL VALUER AS CONTEMPLATED Read more >14 June 2016
REGISTRATION ON AND UPDATE OF SUPPLIER DATABASE
As from 1st of June 2016 all suppliers who intends doing business with the Bitou Municipality, must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD). Read more >
09 June 2016
NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES: SISHUBA STREET, KWA-NOKUTHULA
Bitou Municipality will commence with roadworks in Kwa-Nokuthula along Sishuba Street shortly. Umasipala wasebitou uzakuqala ukulungisa iindlela Kwa-Nokuthula, Sishuba Sitalato kungekudala. Read more >
02 June 2016
Approval of Budget & Tarrifs and IDP 2016/17
APPROVED BUDGET AND TARIFFS 2016/2017 AND ADOPTED FOURTH REVIEW INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN (IDP) 2016/2017. Read more >
24 May 2016
AIR QUALITY AWARENESS
The Bitou Air Quality division which resorts under Waste Management together with their Eden District Municipality counterparts, conducted Air Quality tests in the vicinity of Garden of Eden on Thursday, 28 April 2016. Read more >
