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Heathfield and Crestway High achieve remarkable matric transformations
Two local schools from Retreat and Heathfield celebrated remarkable matric improvements at provincial awards ceremony on January 29.
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Police bust dagga cultivation operation in Capri Sunnydale
Police arrested a drug dealer in Sunnydale and a teen with illegal firearm in Vrygrond during separate Western Cape operations.
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Maitland High School celebrates turnaround in matric pass rate improvement
Maitland High School ranked among the top five schools in the Western Cape showing the greatest improvement in matric pass rates between 2024 and 2025.
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Fish Hoek High learner leads collection drive for devastated Masiphumelele families
Fish Hoek High student Megan Nortier organized massive donation drive for Masiphumelele fire victims after being moved by social media images.
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Western Cape honours 2025 matric top achievers after record-breaking results
The Western Cape achieved its highest pass rate of 88,2% up from the record-breaking 86,6% in 2024. The province’s bachelor’s pass rate increased to 49,2%.
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Stanhope bridge lane reduction causes major traffic delays in Claremont
Severe traffic congestion is expected in Claremont after an emergency lane reduction on Stanhope Bridge following a retaining wall failure.
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Venomous blue-dragon slugs wash up on Muizenberg Beach prompting safety alert
Venomous blue dragon slugs wash up on Muizenberg Beach. Authorities warn 3cm creatures remain deadly even after death, urging caution.
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Claremont police commander Colonel Maree Louw reflects on 37-year career in service and community
Colonel Maree Louw reflects on her 37-year policing career, emphasizing integrity, discipline, community support, and impactful leadership.
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Hout Bay and Llandudno fire contained, one home damaged, no injuries reported
Fire in Hout Bay and Llandudno contained after helicopter water-bombing; one home damaged, no injuries, and suspect arrested.
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Area sealed off after trench collapse at V&A Waterfront infrastructure project
Two construction workers were rescued after a trench collapsed at V&A Waterfront infrastructure project. Both discharged from hospital.
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