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Intertwining birdlife, geology
Geologist and birder Nick Norman will present “The Woodpecker Mystery: The Inevitability of the Improbable” at Helderberg Nature Reserve Environmental Education Centre on Thursday 5 March.
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Explore Spier Light Art
Spier Light Art returns for its eighth edition from Friday 6 March to Monday 6 April, transforming the historic wine farm into a nocturnal contemporary art experience featuring 21 South…
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Weeklikse dagboek | Weekly diary
A curated guide of March events across Strand and Somerset West includes romance author discussions, Sting tribute concerts, religious gatherings, community meetings, and craft markets, offering something for every interest…
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Helderberg Society for the Aged Robari: Luxury retirement living
The new Robari Assisted Living Life Rights units at Helderberg Society of the Aged (HSFA) offer independent living with comprehensive care services including daily meals, housekeeping and medication management, with…
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Six amputees saddle up for Epic ride
Somerset West artist and amputee athlete Rentia Retief is one of six riders participating in Össur South Africa’s “What’s Your Epic?” campaign, preparing for the 692km Absa Cape Epic mountain…
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CHOC supports little cancer warriors across South Africa
The Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa (CHOC) marked International Childhood Cancer Day 2026 under the theme “Demonstrating Impact: From Challenge to Change” by highlighting their life-changing support programmes for children…
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‘First Brush’ bound to inspire
The Ndiza Gallery, located at Krystal Beach Hotel in Gordon’s Bay, presented the launch of First Brush, a solo exhibition by artist Andy Louw, on Saturday 7 February.
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Rare baby boom at Somerset West estate
Vergelegen Wine Estate in Somerset West is celebrating a remarkable “baby boom” with new arrivals including a rare dwarf Nguni calf born on Boxing Day, two eland calves, seven bontebok…
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Classics for a worthy cause
Cape Classic returns to Somerset West’s Morgenster Estate on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 February for two evenings of chamber music featuring acclaimed international and South African musicians, with all…
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Celebrate without overspending this festive season
Locals are advised to enjoy the festive season without financial stress by setting realistic budgets, shopping intentionally, avoiding unnecessary debt, planning for January’s expenses, and maintaining an emergency fund to…