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Issue taken over access to nature reserves
A mounted challenge to unrestricted access to a number of hiking trails closed by Cape Nature in recent years and months is being led by a group of frustrated hikers, mountaineers, members of Protected Area Advisory Committees (PAACs) and even…
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Suspects arrested for dealing in drugs, liquor
Two foreign men, aged 36 and 37, appeared in the Strand Magistrates’ Court on charges of dealing in drugs and liquor on Wednesday morning (19 July).
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New beginnings unlocked for SLP beneficiaries
The Robyntjies family were among qualifying beneficiaries who received the keys to their New Breaking New Ground (BNG) homes in Sir Lowry’s Pass on Monday 24 July. The City of Cape Town’s R101 million Sir Lowry’s Pass Village housing project…
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MOTORING: 500 X is both retro and futuristic
The Italians just have style – think of Milan, Ferrari, Bottega Veneta, Fendi, Guigiaro, Pininfarina, Bertone . . . the list goes on and on, from shoes, leatherware, fashion to cars. And so it’s no surprise Fiat’s 500 range is…
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Super League B derby: A thrilling comeback for Olla Boys
In a thrilling encounter at Helderzicht Sports Grounds All Saints RFC showcased their resilience and determination, staging a remarkable second-half comeback to secure a nail-biting 14-13 victory over local rivals, Strand RC.
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Iron Skulls visit Ons Plek
Members of the Iron Skulls Motorcycle Club visited the Ons Plek Community Centre in Strand on Saturday 22 July, where they revved their motorbikes much to the children’s delight before handing out toys and food packs.
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Fun order of the day for rising footie stars
The first “Fun Workshop Day” for Young Bafana Soccer Academy, in collaboration with personal health company Kenvue, took place on Tuesday 11 July.
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Helderberg wins Western Province Power Trips
The Helderberg Bowling Club was crowned winner of the 2023 Western Province Power Trips held on 1-2 July, the finals of which were held at the Glenn Bowling Club in Camps Bay.
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Locals called into action for Netball World Cup
Two accomplished Somerset West netball enthusiasts have been selected to conduct volunteer duty at the Netball World Cup in Cape Town and are excited about the opportunity to interact, mingle and be part of the spectacle, which takes place from…
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Fostering a shared vision for Gordon’s Bay
There was a relatively good turnout of about 100 people at a public meeting on the Gordon’s Bay local spatial development framework (LSDF) initiative, and especially its intention and purposes, held at Strand Town Hall on Wednesday 19 July.










