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CommCup off with a bang
The highly anticipated opening round of the Helderberg Rugby CommCup got underway on Sunday (28 September) with a blockbuster set of fixtures that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
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Snake season upon us again
With the arrival of Spring and warmer weather, residents of the Helderberg are being reminded to be on the lookout for an increase in snake activity.
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PHOTOS: CSV Construction hosts annual Build a Dream 2025 Soccer Day
The second annual Build a Dream Soccer Day, held at Gordon’s Bay Primary School on Saturday (20 September), was a resounding success.
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Much-loved Somerset West Methodist Primary School principal dies
The Somerset West Methodist Primary School community is mourning following the passing of its principal, Trevor de Waal on Friday 19 September. The 58-year-old lost his battle with cancer, leaving a legacy of dedication and service to the school.
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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…