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#ThrowBackThursday: This week in 1997

Here are some of the stories that were making headlines this week in 1997

1. Locals were preparing for the first ever Christmas Carnival (now the Night Market), which incorporated a fashion. It was held in Victoria and Harding streets.

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2. Farmer and his wife, Wam and Lesley Robinson were attacked by three men at their farm near Giants Castle.

3. Young achievers from Drakensview Primary School were awarded for their dedication in the classroom and sports field.

4. Several swimmers from Estcourt and Winterton were part of the Capital K Swim.

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