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Balwin Properties faces growing homeowner revolt across Helderberg
A growing chorus of homeowners living in Balwin Properties estate claim that behind the high-end finishes lies a modus operandi of financial opacity, intentional delays and a systemic lack of transparency that is pushing residents to the brink of foreclosure.
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Local teacher’s bail postponed as protesters demand justice
Protesters rallied outside Strand court as a local teacher faced a bail hearing on serious charges including protection order violation.
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‘He ran the race’: Rev Lester May leaves a lasting Strand legacy
After 29 years of ministry, Rev Lester May has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service and love for the Strand community.
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Life for 12th language: Sign language course empowers Strand youth
Oasis and DeafNET joined forces to equip Strand youth with sign language skills, bridging the gap between the deaf community and public services.
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Crime | Misdaad
Two teenagers face murder charges after a stabbing in Chris Nissen Park, while police investigate an alleged rape involving a teen in Gordon’s Bay
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Clicks Group brings round-the-clock care to Helderberg
Clicks Group opens UniCare 24/7 Trusted Health Somerset West, a 24-hour pharmacy offering round-the-clock pharmaceutical and specialist healthcare services.
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Storm briefly shuts Clarence Drive, N2 remains under caution
A severe weather system which moved through the Western Cape on Monday 11 May and Tuesday May 12, triggered emergency closures and significant travel delays across the Helderberg and Overberg.
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City mumm on ‘neglect’ of trees around Strand CBD
While the Helderberg basin has spent much of the week battling the elements, residents in Strand say a man-made problem is making local pedestrian life even more treacherous – a total lack of municipal verge maintenance. A wave of complaints…
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From Cape Town to Croatia: Inferno is ready to conquer the world stage
A Strand dance instructor and his crew are trading local stages for the world spotlight as Inferno join the Dance Star World Dance Masters in Porec, Croatia.










