Community Highlights
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Former principal’s return to Heathfield High blocked by education department appeal
Five-year legal battle continues as pamphlet distribution causes disruption at Heathfield High over former principal’s blocked return.
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Mental health support enhanced at school serving Cape Town’s most vulnerable youth
New counsellor Najma Fakier joins Christel House to provide trauma-informed support to vulnerable Cape Town learners from 29 under-served communities.
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Strandfontein learner Faatimah Dollie earns Top 40 Western Cape matric recognition
Strandfontein learner Faatimah Dollie earned Top 40 recognition at the Western Cape matric awards ceremony, fulfilling her grandmother’s prediction.
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City makes steady progress on essential water and sewer-pipe upgrades
Cape Town made solid progress on infrastructure renewal, replacing over 35km of water pipes and 33km of sewer pipes in second half of 2025.
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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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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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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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Historic milestone reached as Red Hill Marathon delivers record-breaking field
Red Hill Marathon 2026 achieves record participation as Sibusio Madikizela and Elmé Middlemost claim marathon victories on Cape Peninsula route.
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Fairways resident Freda Naidoo shares inspiring life story
Fairways great-grandmother Freda Naidoo celebrates 100th birthday, reflecting on remarkable life including apartheid and near-death experiences.
