{"id":268844,"date":"2025-09-17T09:56:02","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T07:56:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/districtmailhelderberg\/?p=268844"},"modified":"2025-09-17T09:56:22","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T07:56:22","slug":"all-aboard-open-day-at-naval-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/districtmailhelderberg\/all-aboard-open-day-at-naval-college\/","title":{"rendered":"All aboard: open day at naval college"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Hundreds of people swarmed the Old Harbour in Gordon&#8217;s Bay on Saturday 13 September when the South African Naval College was a hive of activity as it opened its gates to the public for a day of family-friendly attractions and displays. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the early-morning rush, which kicked off with a parade through Beach Road, the event was well-prepared, with gates opening at 08:30.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visitors had a wide range of activities to choose from, including various displays and boat rides, which proved to be a popular draw for all ages. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Attendees also enjoyed delicious food from a number of vendors and relaxed in a dedicated tea garden. 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