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Du Toitskloof Pass to reopen in November
The R138 million maintenance project on the Du Toitskloof Pass aims for completion by November 2025, enhancing road quality and creating local employment opportunities, benefiting the Western Cape economy.
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Paarl’s first cochlear implant performed on 69-year-old retired teacher
After depending on a hearing aid for more than 30 years 69-year-old former teacher Hendrina Nel experienced what some may still see as a miracle – the gift of hearing. […]
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Wellington SPCA rescue cat stuck on pole for reportedly 3 days
On Monday (13 October) Wellington SPCA was called out to Benjamin Street, Wellington to rescue a cat that reportedly had been stranded on top of an electric pole for three […]
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Drakenstein Municipality proposes new waste bylaw banning single-use plastics
Drakenstein residents can comment on the new Integrated Waste Management Bylaw until 30 November. Key changes include banning single-use plastics and promoting composting to reduce landfill waste.
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Young rider proves age is no barrier to equestrian success
Twelve-year-old Lienke Uys excels in equestrian sports, achieving remarkable milestones with her horse Petrus, including record-breaking performances and invitations to prestigious competitions like in Western Mounted Games.
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KWV triumphs again with top honours at Veritas Awards
KWV won the Duimpie Bayly Vertex Trophy again at the Veritas Awards, with The Mentors Perold 2022 recognized among 1,205 entries, celebrating excellence in South African winemaking.
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Sanef critises police commissioner’s remarks
The South African National Editors’ Forum condemned Lieutenant-General Mkhwanazi’s comments attacking press freedom, calling for journalist imprisonment. They warned such actions threaten democracy and obstruct public-interest journalism.
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Vordering met MR191-padopgradering tussen Paarl en Franschhoek
Die Wes-Kaapse departement van infrastruktuur verbeter die MR191 tussen Ou Paarlpad en Franschhoekpas met ‘n R827,5 miljoen projek wat tot 2027 sal duur.
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Ou Meulteater se verhuring bekyk
Die Drakensteinse munisipale raad het ‘n langtermynverhuring van die Ou Meulteater bespreek, nadat vorige bestuurders bedank het weens uitdagings. ‘n Mededingende bodproses sal volg op goedkeuring.
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DM verwerp VF Plus se Bainskloof-mosie
Die VF Plus het die Drakenstein-munisipaliteit se besluit om ‘n mosie oor vragmotors op die Bainskloofpas te verwerp, gekritiseer, terwyl konflikte oor jurisdiksie en verantwoordelikhede voortduur.
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