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Pianist pairs classics with good wine at performance in Sandbaai
When most classical musicians think about performance preparation wine pairings rarely enter the equation. But for pianist Ida Pelliccioli the marriage of music and viticulture represents an exciting frontier in […]
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Learner from Overberg High is making all the right moves
At the tender age of 5 Maxim Kudiyarov’s grandmother Nina Kudiyarova taught him the game of chess. Her patient guidance sparked his love of the game, turning a quiet pastime […]
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Sam Brink van Caledon blink uit in skaak
Wanneer dit by skaak kom, is daar nie veel wat ‘n mens Sam Brink van dié spel kan vertel nie, want sy speel immers al van sewejarige ouderdom met oorgawe. […]
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Group of women from the Overberg ready for big walk
For nearly two decades a remarkable group of women has been making waves along Overberg’s coastline, not just with their hiking boots, but with their unwavering commitment to community service […]
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Mense van Greyton vat hande om vloedslagoffers te help
Met die oorstromings wat die Overberg-streek verlede week getref het, is gemeenskappe oorval met weldoeners wat uit hul pad gegaan het om te help. Die hewige storms verlede Maandag (9 Februarie) […]
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Well-known ballet dancer Phillip Boyd’s story of grace and accessibility
In a charming converted church hall in Hermanus something extraordinary happens three times a week. Where hymns once echoed the gentle piano accompaniment now guides a unique ballet class where […]
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Rare partial solar eclipse to grace South African skies
Nature will put on one of its most mesmerising shows tonight as a partial solar eclipse becomes visible across large parts of our beautiful country. This rare astronomical event promises […]
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Early start sets the tone for a promising apple and pear season
South African apple and pear producers are celebrating an early start to the 2026 season, the first fruit coming off trees up to 10 days ahead of schedule, though recent […]
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Multi-town protest marches planned across Overstrand this week
Overstrand residents expected to stage simultaneous marches to municipal offices in four towns – Gansbaai, Stanford, Hermanus and Kleinmond – from 12 to 16 February, to demand services that are […]
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Onrus Catchment-to-Coast Restoration project involved everyone
Sometimes nature’s most devastating moments become catalysts for our greatest achievements. The story of the Onrus Catchment-to-Coast Restoration project is exactly that – a tale of community resilience, environmental stewardship, […]
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