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Locals roll up sleeves to mark International Coastal Clean-Up Day
The Helderberg community came out in force on Saturday (20 September) to participate in International Coastal Clean-Up Day 2025, an event that brought together more than 300 volunteers from local schools, businesses and community organisations. The initiative, led by the…
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All aboard: open day at naval college
Hundreds of people swarmed the Old Harbour in Gordon’s Bay on Saturday 13 September when the South African Naval College was a hive of activity as it opened its gates to the public for a day of family-friendly attractions and…
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‘Demolition of Bridgewater problem building dragged out’
A derelict, council-owned property in Bridgewater, Somerset West remains a source of frustration for residents two years after it was destroyed by a fire. The building at 1 Voortrekker Road, formerly known as Island Park and most recently Voortrekker Park,…
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CSV Construction soccer tourney to build dreams again
CSV Construction is bringing its “Build a Dream Soccer Day” back to the community for the second consecutive year, aiming to use the power of sport to unite and inspire local youth.
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Gordon’s Bay Residents Association discusses performance at meeting
A strong turnout of about 85 residents gathered at the Krystal Beach Hotel for a Gordon’s Bay Residents’ Association (GBRA) community meeting on Tuesday 5 August. The gathering, led by GBRA chairperson Edwina Hadfield, aimed to address a range of…
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Rouen Farm development still in the “early-planning and feasibility phase”
The proposed Rouen Farm housing development in Gordon’s Bay, located behind Fariview Golf Village, is still in the “early-planning and feasibility phase”. This update by City of Cape Town spokesperson Luthando Tyhalibongo comes after the last public comment period, which…
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Friendship Tourney to debut in Strand
History will be made this Saturday (9 August), as Rusthof-based Seikikan Goju Ryu dojo will proudly host its first-ever karate tournament. The club has been the cornerstone of the community for 18 years and will be bringing together about 200…
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Fashion show empowers local moms
A recent collaboration between the Lord Charles Ladies Social and Business Network and the Strong Schools Community Collaborative (SSCC) transformed a fashion event into a powerful initiative for community upliftment last Wednesday (30 July).
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Helderberg High learners do their bit
Learners of Helderberg High School spent a day reaching out to those less fortunate at Morkel Cottage Crèche in Strand recently, when they beautified and enhanced the facility’s play area.