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Swimmer (24) still missing
The ongoing search for a 24-year-old man who went missing while swimming at Strand Beach continued with extensive efforts by multiple rescue units.
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Calling all pool players!
The Helderberg Pool Union is inviting all aspiring and seasoned pool players to its upcoming Open Day on Saturday 25 January at Sink & Drink (97 George Street).
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Community members help learners “rule” the new year
On Thursday (15 January), community organisations united to bring joy to the learners of Gordon’s Bay Primary School. This initiative, spearheaded by the Gordon’s Bay police, was a collaborative effort involving Gordon’s Bay Tourism and Gordon’s Bay Stay.
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‘Thumbelina’ production has Helderberg in a flutter
In the last week before schools reopened the Helderberg buzzed with excitement as young dancers from across the region gathered for intensive rehearsals.
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U3A Helderberg invites would-be members to open day
The University of the Third Age (U3A) Helderberg hosts its open day at Strand Town Hall on Wednesday 22 January.
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Swimmer (24) still missing
The ongoing search for a 24-year-old man who went missing while swimming at Strand Beach continued with extensive efforts by multiple rescue units.
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SCHOOLS || Class of ’24 celebrates
Die matrikulante van die Helderberg het Dinsdag 14 Januarie uiteindelik die vrugte gepluk van hul jaar lange harde werk toe hulle hul uitslae ontvang het.
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SCHOOLS || Setting a new benchmark in academic excellence
The 2024 matric class of Hope and Light School in Somerset West delivered outstanding results, notching up a 94,7% pass rate in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations. The school’s third-ever Grade 12 cohort improved on its 2023 pass rate…
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SPORT || Manuel ‘het nog drieë oor’
Kimico Manuel, ’n skitterende rugby-ster van Macassar, het tot nuwe hoogtes geskiet en sal as persoonlike afrigter dien terwyl sy beplan om haar professionele rugbyloopbaan op haar eie voorwaardes af te sluit.
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SCHOOLS || Another milestone year for SWPS
For the 27th consecutive year, Somerset West Private School (SWPS) has achieved a 100% pass rate in the Independent Examinations Board (IEB), with the class of 2024 also securing a perfect Bachelor’s pass rate.
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