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Beyond Matric: How to transform your mid-term results into matric final exam success
Standing at the crossroads of Grade 11 or matric, the question “What’s next?” can feel overwhelming. With countless career paths and study options ahead, making informed decisions has never been […]
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Six-year Memory Album shows how Owls founded their flock
The Owls’ Memory Album launch celebrated six years of community growth, transforming one woman’s idea into a 110-member community.
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Van kerktoneelspele tot NFTA-benoeming: Dean Marais se droom word waar
Dean Marais van Macassar het 17 jaar geneem om van kerktoneelspele tot ‘n NFTA-benoeming vir sy debuutrol in The Heart is a Muscle te kom
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Vegetation blaze near Steenbras Nature Reserve contained
Vegetation fire near Steenbras Nature Reserve outside Gordon’s Bay brought under control, firefighters monitoring hotspots to prevent flare-ups.
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Local library top of the charts with book returns
Somerset West library achieved second place among all Cape Town libraries during Fine Free Week with 567 overdue items returned, contributing to a citywide total of 9 105 items worth R1.14 million during the third amnesty period of 2024.
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Photos | Putting pedal to the metal for charity
The seventh edition of THE500 brought together Somerset West cyclists and community for a 24-hour fundraising marathon at De Hoop Primary School on Saturday 18 October, celebrating Distance for Difference’s 20th anniversary with an ambitious goal to raise R750 000…
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Clear vision after life-changing outreach
Grabouw resident Dora Daniels was among 20 patients who regained their sight through cataract surgery during a September healthcare outreach in Theewaterskloof, where universities partnered with the provincial Health Department to provide comprehensive medical services including dental care and eye…
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From tragedy to hope: Crisis pregnancy support services available
Two tragic infant discoveries in Helderberg informal settlements have highlighted the urgent need for crisis pregnancy support, prompting calls to protect the life-saving Helderberg Baby Saver that has facilitated 16 safe relinquishments since 2014 but faces closure unless the public…
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Decline in infant immunisation
The provincial Department of Health and Wellness is voicing serious concern over a significant decline in infant-immunisation rates, urging parents to take immediate action to protect their children.
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Strand triathlete takes on world’s toughest race, aims to raise R100k for local education
Strand resident Carla Annas has traded her career in yachting for a year-long sabbatical and a gruelling mission: to conquer the Patagonman Triathlon in Southern Chile while raising R100 000 […]
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