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Amphibian Ark sails to the rescue
THE mass extinction of amphibian species would be catastrophic, say the experts, who are calling on all people to help save frogs, toads, salamanders, newts and caecilians.
 
Rates rebate deadline looms
PROPERTY owners have until Saturday to apply for their rates rebates. Various categories qualify for rebates, including pensioners, educational institutions and sports clubs.
 
Joburg prepares for spring splash
MOST public pools will open for play on 1 September. A few will stay shut for a few weeks longer, while Joburg pours cash into upgrading them.
 
Zoo’s Mayan pyramid rises skywards
THE Mayan pyramid at Johannesburg Zoo is nearly finished. It will be home to animals and plants from Central America, giving visitors a glimpse into that exotic world.
 
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Massed pipe and drum bands will blend the traditional spectacle of the genre with a uniquely African flavour at the South African Tattoo
Tattoo gives drumming an edge
PREPARE to be rocked when Swiss masters Top Secret Drum Corps brings its brand of fast, playful drumming to the South African Tattoo.

park_tb.jpg   Joburg gets first stimulation park
CITY PARKS and its partners have delivered another first for Johannesburg - the Nkanyezi Stimulation Park, a green oasis for children with disabilities.
imbizo_thumb.jpg   Jozi 'will be ready' come 2009
THE city is "on track to host a successful World Cup. Everything is being done within schedule without any compromise on quality."
joyofjazz_thumb.jpg   Top line-up for Joy of Jazz
WITH hot acts from far and wide, exploring jazz sounds as diverse as be-bop and Afro-fusion, the Joy of Jazz will be a scorcher.
Apply for rates rebates
rebates
Joburg residents who can qualify for a rates rebate have until 31 August to apply.

Overview of Joburg
Joburg overview
For all the facts and figures of the city, click here to view a slideshow. [PDF, 2.5mb]

Inner City
Inner City
The inner city is the historical, symbolic, economic and cultural centre of Joburg.

Arts Alive 2008
Arts Alive 2008
Arts Alive is back, and the annual event is bound to entertain everyone.

Citichat
Citichat with Neil Fraser
Inner city champion Neil Fraser has a lot to share about Joburg and urban issues generally.
 
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