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LETTER: Neglect of sporting facility
I am the chairperson of Helderberg Cricket Club and a former member of the Municipal Facility Management Committee (MFMC).
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Paddling duo defend title
Strand resident Kira Bester and her paddling partner Melanie van Niekerk successfully defended their Breede River Canoe Marathon women’s title at the weekend.
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Humanitarian aid crosses borders
A helping hand all the way from Asia reached poverty-stricken communities in Lwandle and Nomzamo last Friday (6 September), where a handover event was attended by Taiwanese diplomats and their associates, together with local councillors and members of the community.
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Karateka kick up a notch!
Members of Junbukan Karate Dojo in Strand were proud to have participated at the recent Motobuha Shitoryu 50th anniversary karate tournament, held in Cape Town on Saturday 31 August and Sunday 1 September.
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Women gather for intimate SM Club launch
Nadine Smallberg, Lucy Vallensky and Tara Cannon were among a limited group of 40 women who delved into the vibrant world of colour in beauty and interior design at the SM Club launch at Somerset Mall last Thursday evening (5…
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Global acclaim for Macassar journo
“Stay passionate, work hard, remain humble, continuously learn new skills, and excel in multiple areas while keeping your career goals in focus.” With these words, Duncan Masiwa aims to inspire aspiring journalists and industry professionals striving to achieve new heights.
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LETTER: Single mother shares hospital experience
I am deeply frustrated and feel compelled to share my story. My 15-year-old daughter began vomiting blood and was in excruciating pain. On Tuesday 3 September, I took her to Helderberg Hospital.
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Record swim for determined Karli
Under the guidance and mentorship of world record holder and Somerset West local Howard Warrington, 10- year-old Karli Fourie has made headlines after successfully completing the challenging Robben Island to Blouberg crossing last month – a record for the youngest…
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Global acclaim for Macassar journo
“Stay passionate, work hard, remain humble, continuously learn new skills, and excel in multiple areas while keeping your career goals in focus.” With these words, Duncan Masiwa aims to inspire aspiring journalists and industry professionals striving to achieve new heights.
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LESERSFOTO: Blomme maak tuine vrolik!
Die ywerige fotograaf Cobus Germishuys het weer eens sy mik-en-druk-kamera byderhand gehad en dié pragtige lente-beeld vasgevang en vir mede-lesers se genot met die koerant gedeel.









