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Berg River Dam site leased for outdoor recreational development
The Berg River Dam’s 879-ha land has been leased to BRDATC for outdoor recreation, raising concerns among residents about construction. Plans include access control, trail upgrades, and community employment opportunities.
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Huguenot Tunnel and Franschhoek Pass scheduled for maintenance
The Western Cape Government will conduct essential maintenance on the Huguenot Tunnel and Franschhoek Pass, resulting in closures and advising motorists to use alternative routes during specified dates.
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Jong man van Stellenbosch sterf in ongeluk naby Klapmuts
Twee mans is Saterdagaand in ’n noodlottige ongeluk op die R44 naby Klapmuts dood. Die polisie ondersoek ’n saak van strafbare manslag.
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Drakenstein Municipality assists in containing Foot-and-Mouth Disease
The Drakenstein Municipality assists in containing a Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in Gouda, with quarantines enacted and veterinary teams conducting inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
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Lanquedoc fire contained; Ashton blaze spreads into Kogmanskloof
The Cape Winelands District Municipality battles ongoing fires, especially in Ashton and Montagu, despite local support. Aerial efforts are ineffective; manual methods are prioritized.
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Lanquedoc blaze under control; Ashton fire remains challenging
The Cape Winelands District Municipality has made progress in controlling two active fires, with teams employing both aerial and manual methods. No immediate threats to communities exist, and monitoring continues.
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Foot-and-Mouth Disease case confirmed near Gouda, two more farms quarantined
A Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in Gouda has led to quarantines on multiple farms in the province as investigations continue.
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Kabeldiewe laat Wellington-boere in die donker
Boere in Wellington ervaar langdurige kragonderbrekings weens kabeldiefstal. Eskom werk hard om dit te herstel, terwyl plaaslike sekuriteit misdadigers vasvang en samewerking met die polisie verbeter.
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Polisiespeurder dalk geëvalueer; saak uitgestel
Die Wellington-speurder Wayne Wantza (42) het op 7 November weer in die hof verskyn. Hy beweer hy was “non compos mentis” tydens die noodlottige skietery waarin Petrus Jacobs dood is.
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Multiple fires contained across Cape Winelands District
Firefighting teams in the Cape Winelands contained multiple blazes despite challenges. New fires were reported, and high fire risk persists due to hot, dry conditions. Immediate reporting is urged.
