News Bulletin of 5 January 2026, 1pm

Bryanston Parkrun celebrated the New Year with over 400 runners and walkers at Riverside Park. Supported by 12 volunteers, the event had a festive vibe, with families joining in for a healthy start to 2026. Volunteer Avi Naidoo noted the significance of the turnout, highlighting how it shows more Bryanston residents feel safe participating in park runs. Naidoo adds that participation means more people will make parkrun part of their weekly routine. At the end of January, Bryanston Parkrun will celebrate its 11th anniversary, a milestone that underscores its longevity and role in fostering community well-being.

Rand Water has confirmed a three-phase maintenance schedule, with the final two phases set for January 2026. The third phase begins on 6 January and will involve valve and meter replacements on the F18 pipeline. This will affect parts of Mogale City, Rand West, and areas of Johannesburg, including Kagiso, Roodepoort, and Meadowlands. The work will run until 8 January. The final phase is scheduled for 16 to 17 January.

A Northern Cape police sergeant has been praised for her compassion and community spirit after donating food, clothing, toys, and snacks to four vulnerable children in her neighbourhood. SAPS spokesperson Lieutenant Thabo Litabe said the initiative was led by Sergeant Lillian Moroka of the Provincial Firearms, Liquor and Second-Hand Goods Unit. Moroka identified the children earlier this year while travelling home from work and began saving money to support them.