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our organisations. Safety First: Firearms and items in household waste or recycling
“Our visit to Irene Primary School, Ammunition Do Not Belong in bags.
whose remarkable journey began in May Household Waste • Contact SAPS or a licensed firearms
1901, was truly inspiring. Walking through Mpact Recycling, our recycling service dealer for guidance on the safe and
the school, I witnessed a community provider, recently raised a serious safety lawful disposal of unwanted firearms,
built on togetherness, dedication, a concern after spent ammunition, live ammunition or firearm-related items.
genuine passion for education and an ammunition, shotgun shells, firearm • If you discover an unfamiliar or
unwavering commitment to its learners. casings and a damaged firearm were potentially dangerous item, do not
It was clear that every learner, teacher and discovered during the manual sorting of handle it. Notify SAPS or estate security
staff member contributes to its culture of recyclable materials collected from various for guidance.
excellence. I saw 125 years of commitment, residential estates. By following the correct disposal
tradition and outstanding achievement, a While the issue is not specific to Irene procedures, residents can help prevent
legacy that continues to shape and inspire Farm Villages, it is an important reminder injuries and ensure that potentially
future generations.” – HOA team member. that firearms, ammunition and firearm- hazardous items are handled responsibly.
related components should never be Thank you for helping to maintain a safe
Thank You placed in household refuse or recycling and responsible community.
The HOA extends its heartfelt thanks bags. “Think before you bin it. If it’s firearm-
to every resident who supported this These items pose a significant risk to related, it doesn’t belong in the bin.”
year’s Mandela Day Donation Drive. waste-collection teams, recycling staff
Your generosity has made a meaningful and others who handle and sort waste. Closing
difference in the lives of children and Even damaged ammunition can present a As we prepare to welcome spring in the
families in our community. safety hazard if it is not handled correctly. weeks ahead, let us continue working
Mandela believed that each of us has According to Mpact, the recovered together to keep Irene Farm Villages the
the power to change the world through firearm and ammunition were handed to exceptional community we are proud to
simple acts of kindness. Thanks to the SAPS for investigation and ballistic testing call home. May the final weeks of winter
compassion of our residents, his legacy where applicable. be filled with warmth, and may the new
continues in Irene Farm Villages. Please remember season bring fresh opportunities, beautiful
Together, we made a difference and • Do not place firearms, ammunition, gardens and many reasons to enjoy life in
honoured Madiba’s legacy. spent cartridges, firearm parts or related our estate.

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

Police Emergency 10111

Lyttelton Police Station 012 644 8600
Pierre van Ryneveld 079 528 1630
Community Policing Forum
Fire Emergency 10177
Medical Emergency 082 911

Main Gate Guardroom 012 662 3505
Security Duty Manager 082 937 8391
Controller 012 662 3505 Ext 3

Irene Farm Villages:
Estate Office 012 662 3505
Estate Manager 066 008 8523

Managing Agent: Account Ability
Tel: 082 780 0059 • Fax: 086 671 9798 • info@aams.co.za

8 • August 2026 • The Villager