Edition 1956 - 30 April 2026

ED 1956 - 30 April 2026

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Broadwalk Centre, 52 Waterfront Drive. 044 492 0522/3 ELISA SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 069 200 5959 LOVENESS FOR DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 073 529 0109 KNYSNA ATTIC SALE. 2nd May 2026 8:30 – noon. 2nd hand goodies & good food. Come & experience a great community vibe! Knysna Methodist Church.

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Find us on the N2 opposite the Keurbooms River turn-off 064 823 7935 PCL AUTO SERVICES – Pete has provided affordable and reliable service for the past 38 years. There must be a good reason why we are still going strong. Call us on 044 382 6409 WOOD CHIPPER FOR HIRE. Big machine. Hourly or daily rate available. Mike 082 445 2313

CASH IS KING! Sell your unwanted gold jewelry and silverware at a business that offers you privacy, security and easy access. Goldex, Knysna Mall (near Woolworths). Tel: 082 7888 700 or 073 819 7492 SERVICE TIMES 23 Bokmakierie St, Lower Old Place, Knysna, 6571 044 382 1356

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SOUTH AFRICAN RED CROSS Society – Knysna Changing lives every day.

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DRY FIREWOOD FOR SALE (Blackwood & Bluegum) long base bakkie, R900 a bakkie full load, we also pack it neatly at your house. Call Trymore at 084 641 3307

Marissa Moore 082 419 3900 24 Queen Str Knysna

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Contact Glen on 082 7888 700 or Natasha 073 819 7492 BALAU DECKING, Garapa Decking, Pine Pickets: Fechters Sawmill 044 382 1222

ORGANIC CASTOR OIL: We have cold pressed, hexane free in a glass bottles, Organic Castor Oil & packs @ Knysna Health. Broadwalk Centre, 52 Waterfront Drive. 044 492 0522/3 GUARDS ON GUTTERS. Aluminium gutters specialist. Seamless gutter installation, gutter maintenance, gutter cleaning, water tank connection, leaf guards. Ph 078 445 9028

DECKING, PICKETS, POLES, Shelving and Fencing Timber direct from sawmill - Geelhoutvlei Timbers: 044 356 2644 or Velma on 073 454 3915 or email sales@geelhout vlei.co.za / www.geelhoutvlei.co.za ROLL ON LAWN, KIKUYU available for delivery to Plett, Knysna, Sedgefield, Wilderness & George. Ph David 082 572 2777 OLIVE OIL FROM OUR TREES to your table. Peter 083 234 2706

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THE DECKLE EDGE, Art materials graphic supplies, papers and much more. 19 Queen Str, cnr Pitt Str, 064 962 9692, knysna@deckle edge.co.za

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MERCEDES BENZ AND GERMAN car specialist. Diagnosis and programming of all cars and trucks.

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GT GARDEN SERVICES, can improve and maintain your garden, supervised and reliable. Call 082 332 0745

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AA ALCOHOLIC ANONYMOUS meeting every Thursday at 19:00 at Lions Club, Trotter Street, for help contact Dee 082 447 3697, Charline 082 855 0507 P I N E F LO O R I N G a n d C e i l i n g : Fechters Sawmill 044 382 1222

ANXIOUS, STRESSED? Life is full of challenges, let us help you cope with natural supplements & without side effects @ Knysna Health, Broadwalk Centre, 52 Waterfront Drive. 044 492 0522/3

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KNYSNA GLOBAL SCRAP METAL – 28 Waenhout Street, Knysna Industrial, Tel no: 044 382 1551 or 071 659 8943. We collect locally – we pay cash.

Dr. Grant Trollip UROLOGIST Bsc. MB ChB (Stell). FC Urol (SA)

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BUILDERS … Contact CX Tippers & Diggers for all your planthire & aggregate requirements. Quality products & service at your doorstep.

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CHURCH OF CHRIST MEET EVERY Sunday at 09:30-11:00 at Loerie Park, everyone is welcome. Rom 16:16. Contact Simon at 072 302 1713

EYESIGHT LlONS EYE CLINIC R350 for test and one specs.

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Whatsapp 064 290 6940 o/h MOTORS FOR GATES + garages.

Repairs & installation of new motors. 072 245 5432 BLINDS BLINDS BLINDS. Call us at Milk & Honey 044 382 2041 for professional efficient service.

MINI STORAGE CONTAINERS: New secure and dry mini containers (Pods), housed within a warehouse.

1.5m x 2m x 2.1m. Call Knysna Storage Park at 044 382 3807 or 083 225 0889

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NEW SPECIALS ON HALF UNITS ARMED RESPONSE: Security beams & CCTV cameras / sensors throughout premises.

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FIREPLACE AND BRAAI installations, refurbishment, services, repairs and chimney sweeps. Give us a ring at Plett Fireplaces on 083 628 0300. www.plettfireplaces.co.za

SPORTS SUPPLEMENTS: We have a wide range of pre & post workout supplements as well as electrolyte supplements & energy snacks. @ Knysna Health - Broadwalk Centre, 52 Waterfront Drive. 044 492 0522/3

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KIKUYU ROLL ON LAWN available for delivery to Plett, Knysna, Sedgefield, Wilderness & George. Ph David 082 572 2777

Works better than flowers. www.learnabout.co.za

PINE DECKING and Pickets: Fechters Sawmill 044 382 1222

The Foundation, Knysna Contact us: 082 503 2756

DRY NEEDLING RACK & CARRY. Supplier of Thule – Holdfast, Skitch, Steadyrack, Rhino Rack. Roof Racks, Bike racks, Roof Boxes & Cargo boxes, also Pangolin gun safes. Contact Barry cell / whatsapp 083 773 3626. Email: s a l e s @ r a c ka n d c a r r y. c o . za .

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REPAIRS ON WHEELS Electrical, Household Appliances: Washing Machines, Fridges, etc.

80% done on your premises

MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS

REMOTES FOR GATES & garages.

Repairs & replacement remotes. 072 245 5432

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General household, plumbing and painting

Bertus 081 392 3023 PETER PAINTING SERVICES offers house maintenance, roof waterproofing, roof painting, interior + exterior painting. Free quote. Ref avail. Ph Peter 063 869 5935

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LINEDANCE. Easy fun & good exercise. Sonnette 082 512 7439

Renske Oosthuizen Bsc (Stell) & Rebah Mogole Bsc (UCT)

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Call 082 775 1659

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4PM-8PM Scrumptious Food, Licensed Bar and Loads of fun!

Musician: Janine Follow the scarecrows up Welbedacht Lane Enquiries: (044) 382 5316 Please remember: No person may bring any liquor onto the licensed premises.

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Dining Room Suite Display Cabinet Lamps Rugs Monks Bench Kenwood Mixer & much more!

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Our next Knysna Outreach Clinic in Concordia will be on Tuesday 5th May.

at Oaks on Main

FINE DINING

Thank you Knysna, for your incredible support!

We will be

closed from Monday 4th May until end of June

as we undergo some

EXCITING RENOVATIONS We can’t wait to welcome you back to a refreshed space soon!

Stay tuned!

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30 April 2026

Unexpected Spin-Off from US War on Iran Who would have thought the US-Israeli war on Iran could have any posi ve spin-offs for global energy?

We know this war has strangled 20% of global oil supply and that the world is feeling its effects. We're paying more for fuel while the price of basic commodi es like food is rising. Whenever the price of oil increases, it has a ripple effect throughout the global economy.

So what's the posi ve spin-off for global energy from this war?

In a nutshell, it's making world governments realise just how risky it is to rely on fossil fuels, and how easily the world's energy supply can be held hostage at the whim of an unpredictable head of state. As a result, governments are star ng to look towards safer energy alterna ves like renewables.

Fa h Birol, head of the Interna onal Energy Agency, said in The Guardian that because of this war, governments would lose trust in fossil fuels and change their current energy strategies.

“There will be a significant boost to renewables and nuclear power and a further shi toward a more electrified future. And this will cut into the main markets for oil,” he said.

We've had energy crises before, in 1973, 1979, and in 2024 when Russia invaded Ukraine. Would the world not just con nue with fossil fuel dependence a erwards?

No, says Birol: “The vase is broken, the damage is done. It will be very difficult to put the pieces back together.”

There are only a few regions in the world that produce oil and gas, whereas sun and wind are everywhere. The price of both solar and wind energy has come down enormously, and now they're the cheapest forms of new electricity genera on.

It's quite ironic, isn't it? The fossil fuel industry bankrolled Trump's presiden al campaign to the tune of $75 million, and the payback was that Trump would promote fossil fuel expansion (“drill, baby, drill!”) and stop the US transi on to clean energy. He's been doing both.

I doubt anyone expected Trump to a ack Iran, leading to the world's biggest oil crisis ever. True, this means the oil industry is making millions more now, but on the other hand governments are looking seriously at safer alterna ves to fossil fuels.

As Guardian columnist George Monbiot wrote last week: “Donald Trump has done more to accelerate the energy transi on than anyone else alive.”

The war has already triggered a global surge in the demand for electric vehicles, he writes, which has risen in the UK by 23% since the a ack on Iran began, by 50% in Germany and 160% in France – with similar interest in India, South-East Asia and South Korea.

“Even in the US, where Trump has done everything possible to stymie the technology, there's 20% more interest than before the war.”

The same goes for interest in solar panels and heat pumps.

Not what Trump had in mind, I'm pre y sure, and sad that it takes a war to get the world to move seriously towards renewable energy.

But at least something good is coming out of all that dreadful death and destruc on.

Melanie Gosling

stoepchat@actionads.co.za

BUILDING PLANS Professional Senior Architectural Technologist Design of new Homes and Additions & Alterations.

Municipal Approval of Unauthorized Building Work.

Sub-division / Consolidation & Rezoning of Erven.

Consent-Use Applications for: Second Dwelling / Granny flat, Home Office, Guest House, B/B. Building Line Relaxations & Advertising Signs.

Farm Buildings & Demolition Permit.

Office: 062 625 2096 KRUGERRANDS are performing well! Still one of the best investments available and easy to buy or sell at Goldex, Knysna Mall (near Woolworths). We offer a private and secure environment with easy access.

Tel: Glen 082 7888 700 or Natasha 073 819 7492 K N Y S N A H E A LT H : We s t o c k Wildsprout healthy & clean, precooked, frozen meals, soups, breads & pestos + Granola's, Biscotti's & Cookies. Broadwalk Centre, 52 Waterfront Drive. 044 492 0522/3 TELEZA SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK, 5 yrs experience. Ph 071 468 6478

Don’t miss the SATURDAY 2ND MAY Knysna Methodist Church Wesley Hall (5 Montagu St, Central Knysna) From 8:30 – 12:00

Join us for a morning of incredible food, hidden treasures, and a great community vibe.

JOAN’S FAMOUS PANCAKES These are a local legend get here early before they sell out!

BRAAI BREAKFAST Sit down and enjoy a full breakfast to start your day.

STREET FOOD Freshly made Vetkoek and Boerie Rolls available on the go.

VINTAGE AND RETRO Browse a selec on of 2nd hand clothing, linen, books, and unique bric-a-brac gems.

PLANTS

Find something green for your home or garden.

IN THE PANTRY Stock up on homemade jams, pickles, cakes, and homemade frozen meals.

Get a FREE coffee with every Braai Breakfast ordered!

Your Saturday morning plans are sorted!

APPEAL FOR BLANKETS FOR THE POOR Winter has arrived early this year!

DROP OFF POINTS FOR BLANKETS ARE: ACTION ADS 29 Grey Street OR KNYSNA GIN DISTILLERY 5 Uil Street, Knysna Industrial.

Appealing to kind-hearted individuals, churches, schools and groups.

When we snuggle up to keep warm, let’s remember those who are less fortunate than we are.

Please donate blankets and help us to help those in need.

If preferred, you can EFT Lourie Hope Foundation Bank details: FNB 63070464549, Branch Code 250655

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Hire of Cutlery, Crockery, Glassware, Platters, Bowls, Ovens, Deep Fryers, Boiler Tables, Trestles and Champagne Coolers, Cake & Sweetie Things View Collections & Place Orders Online | Whatsapp Bruce 083 2522 756 to assist P a r t y H i r e

ANGELINE IS LOOKING FOR domestic job. Ph 074 845 7481

KEYRINGS. ACTION ADS. 044 382 3222 / laser@actionads.co.za

Clothing

Contact Action Ads 044 382 3222 laser@actionads.co.za KOMMAWEER Interior & U p h o l s t e r y. F o r u p h o l s t e r y, curtaining, blinds, fabrics, headboards, soft furnishings, custom made ottomans, loose covers, foam rubber etc. Ph 044 382 0358 / Cell 082 870 1716. 13 Main Street

STAVNIC OFFICE CONSUMABLES for all your stationary requirements.

W1 Storage Park, Progress St, Industrial Area, Knysna. Phone: 044 382 2548.

THYME & AGAIN FARMSTALL Breakfast, lunch or brunch. We're on the N2 opposite the Keurboomstrand turn-off.

PLANT SALE @ Pledge Nature Reserve every Wednesday, 10am to 1pm. Don't miss out!

PAPA'S PIZZERIA makes the bestest vegetarian pizza you will ever have tasted. The sweet treats are delicious too. Ph 044 382 0655 AT O PESCADOR RESTAURANT we create Portuguese inspired meals that delight the senses. For bookings ph 044 382 3476. Email info@opescador.co.za. Shop 20 on the Waterfront, Knysna Quays.

PRINTING. Action Ads 044 382 3222 / printing@actionads.co.za

Valid from Thurs 30 April - Sun 3 May 2026

FIRST CHOICE ESL FULL CREAM MILK 2L

@

29

DAIRYMAID COUNTRY FRESH ICE CREAM ASSORTED @

1.8L ... WITH REWARDS CARD

BUY ANY 2 FOR

FARMER JOE’S BURGER PATTIES ASSORTED 1.8KG ... WITH REWARDS CARD

120 89

00

@

99

HULETTS WHITE SUGAR

56

each

154

each

39

each

@

2.5KG ... WITH REWARDS CARD

99

JACOBS KRONUNG COFFEE JAR OR REFILL PACK (EXCL. DECAF) @ ASSORTED 200G / 230G ... WITH REWARDS CARD

99

p/box

STORK COUNTRY SPREAD 40% FAT SPREAD TUB 1KG

@

46

SPAR COLD MEAT SLICES ASSORTED 200G

@

50

BUY ANY 2 FOR

99

each

99

CROSSE & BLACKWELL TANGY MAYONNAISE ONLY

@

RAINBOW SIMPLY CHICKEN VIENNAS ASSORTED

@

750G

99

each

00

500G ... WITH REWARDS CARD

69

Specials available at EAST END KWIKSPAR up to and including Thu 30 April - Sun 3 May while stock last.

Address: Cnr Main Road and Holiday Cresent, Knysna. Telephone: (044) 382 5083.

We reserve the right to limit quantities. Prices include VAT. No traders please.

99

each

PLUMBING TROUBLES? NO PROBLEM Our expert team is here to save the day

ALEX 072 489 4241 EMAIL US alex@bossworx.co.za PCL AUTO SERVICES – The “right to repair” legislation permits us to service vehicles that are still covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

Contact us on 044 382 6409 for details.

Concentrated and applied to dry fabric.

Marks disappear instantly.

Verity 076 619 3659 SALT & PETAL has a lovely range of frozen meals for those days you don't feel like cooking.

EMILY SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 067 225 3174

Care with Grace Offering 24hr care in the comfort of your home and by trusted Carers, overseen

by Registered Nurse Sr. Grace

FANNY SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 061 327 1669. Ref 083 647 5395.

Malawian.

Ph Sheila 082 490 8129 Grace 071 427 9302

S

SUN’ BO

SIEMENS IQ700 premium appliances available @ Metelerkamps – 3 Union Street Knysna.

ARMS

DOMESTIC

Fanny 079 140 3912 Memory 073 814 8603 Beauty 075 248 9942 Crissy 078 581 0822 Lucy 068 306 0859 GARDENER

Thomas 071 704 7144

FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE Practitioner & Homeopath - Dr Wayne Naudé. Book your consultation @ Knysna Health.

B r o a d w a l k C e n t r e , 52 Waterfront Drive. 044 492 0522/3

GARAGE DOOR Maintenance, service,

THANKS FOR THE DONATION OF A door and windows, for a home for my daughter and her newborn triplets. We are still in need of furniture, a clothing cupboard etc.

But most needed is interior and exterior paint after the room has been plastered. Thank you so much.

Julian Jacobs 069 564 7336. Thank you, Dankie, Enkosi.

FRICO DIENSTE Pty (Ltd)

MOST GRATEFUL. Thanks to the manager at Kwikspar for the return of my lost card wallet. Miller

COMING SOON TO Salt & Petal…

Glenstone Grass Fed range of frozen products. Watch this space!

installation and repairs.

Sink your teeth into our 1kg Ribs & Chips Special, served with crispy onion rings.

PCL AUTO SERVICES – We have the latest diagnostic equipment for all vehicle makes. We can provide franchise dealer service at an affordable price. Contact us on 044 382 6409

EMPLOYMENT

FABRIC RUST REMOVER

YOU NEED CARPENTRY DONE? Decking, carports, walkways, rails & all sorts of wooden structures. Byron 079 220 7496

Please note: Not for sharing. T’s & C’s apply.

Laid-back Live Music Join us this Friday, 1st May, for relaxed live entertainment with Paul Z, performing from 5pm to 8pm.

Good food, great music, and true Bosuns vibes.

Special running for a limited time, while stocks last.

044 382 6276

GEORGE REX DRIVE, KNYSNA

The garage door is the single biggest moving object on your property. It weighs 60kg for a single door to 200+kg for a double wooden door. To open the door a torsion spring assists you and takes most of the weight of the door. Two steel cables both sides of the door carry the weight.

If the cables rust the door may fall on a person or vehicle causing severe injury or damage.

I will service your garage doors and replace parts to ensure the safety of your loved ones.

Call me for a free quote - Jaco Pretorius 082 444 4728

Dr Geraldine Robson-Parsons Nutrition Homeopathy Wellness Week Programs The Foundation, 53 Main Road By appointment - 071 743 9994 www.nutriliciouskitchen.co.za

SCALING DOWN? RETIRING? EMIGRATING? NEED CASH? I will buy your quality unwanted items and pay immediately!

From single items to complete household or factory / shop closures.

ONE CALL DOES IT ALL! Phone Pieter 076 488 6006 FINISHING CARPENTRY: Door hanging, building, renovations. You name it, I do it. I come with excellent contactable references. John 073 634 1214 LUCY FROM ZIM NEEDS 3 DAYS domestic, has work permit. Ph 062 779 3543

KNYSNA

Applica ons are awaited for the following vacancy: SOCIAL AUXILIARY WORKER

H & H C A R P E N T RY – D e c k i n g , roofing, ceiling, cladding, wooden fencing, wooden flooring, drywall & skimming. Ph 068 820 5156 / 078 098 7518

TREE FELLING, BUSH CLEARING, pruning, trimming, garden refuse and rubble removal, paving and any other garden related works. Ph Godfrey on 078 337 7886

KEN WRIGHT 082 459 0663, qualified tour guide for trfs to & from airport, local town & surrounds incl.

Brenton. Safe driver.

PCL AUTO SERVICES – We have a golf cart service department.

All electric and petrol golf carts are handled. Free collection on delivery provided. Contact us on 044 382 6409

COUGH-GO BEST EVER COUGH + CHEST REMEDY BACK @ KWIKSPAR KNYSNA ONLY.

METELERKAMPS – Professional fireplace installations & servicing throughout the Garden Route – 044 328 0274 / 3 Union Street, Knysna

Requirements: • Cer ficate in Social Auxiliary Work and Registered at the SACSSP. • Excellent Interpersonal Skills • Valid driver’s license is compulsory and be able to drive confidently.

• Ability to work well in a team.

• Knowledge of the Children’s Act 38/2005.

• Computer literacy • Excellent communica on and administra on skills • No criminal record (Police clearance cer ficate) • Efficient in any two of the three official languages of the Western Cape Email CV with references to: manager@knysnachildwelfare.org.za CLOSING DATE: 15 May 2026 Should you not hear from us within 30 days please accept that your applica on was unsuccessful.

KNYSNA HEIGHTS - R6 995 000 HUNTERS VILLAGE

3 beds, 2 baths, study, double garage, storeroom, pool Exceptional home with grand proportions and lovely outlook over valley, hills and lagoon. High ceilings, skylight windows, aluminium stacking doors, wrap around verandahs and tall solid wood internal doors give this compact home a very spacious feel. Modern fittings and finishes throughout. Open plan kitchen with granite tops, Smeg stove, gas hob, large scullery cum pantry and laundry.

Beautiful pool enjoys all day sun. Built in braai, tanks plumbed to mains, large Solar system, fully enclosed and alarmed.

Low maintenance property in immaculate condition.

Lynne 082 855 2426 I'D PUT MY MONEY on the sun and solar energy. What a source of power! I hope we don't have to wait until oil and coal run out before we tackle that. - Thomas Edison

Heine 082 448 7981

VISIT US @ www.actionads.co.za

NO MATTER WHAT YOU'VE done for yourself or for humanity, if you can't look back on having given love and attention to your own family, what have you really accomplished? Lee Jacocca

PICKET FENCE PETE constructs and renovates picket fencing. Ph 074 543 7119

LASER CUT SELF INKING STAMPS. Action Ads 044 382 3222 / laser@actionads.co.za

3 beds, 2 baths, double garage Very neat and light. Freshly painted with new carpets.

Some lagoon views from one bedroom and the patio.

Spacious open plan kitchen and dining room. Double garage with new roll up alumimium door, equipped for laundry appliances.

All on one level.

R3 300 000 PRICE REDUCED! 2 beds, 2 baths, large study/garage, 1 carport Snug in the centre of the Village, backing onto a beautiful common garden with prolific birdlife. Spacious sunny main bed, north facing stoep, garage currently converted to study/art studio/extra bed.

Woodburning fireplace.

Large kitchen and scullery.

Entertainment area with drop down blinds.

R 3 200 000

KNYSNA PICTURE FRAMERS – 21 Cove Street. Michael 071 522 8135 CLARA SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 068 138 2116 MAUREEN FOR DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 073 439 3012 SOLUTION

ASTRON ENERGY N2 KNYSNA 1 MAIN ROAD, KNYSNA

DEALS VALID: MON 27 APRIL - SUN 3 MAY 2026 WHILE STOCKS LAST

FRESH ESSENTIALS AVOCADOS FILLET BURGER & SMALL CHIPS

NAARTJIES MINI TRAY

MORNING RISER

LEMON 1kg, NAARTJIE OR ORANGE THRIFTPACKS

APPLE TRIFTPACKS 1KG ASSORTED

31 MAY 2026 • WHILE STOCKS LAST • PICTURES ONLY FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES

MONDAY

43

WEDNESDAY

.99

1-PIECE CHICKEN SNACK BURGER & SMALL CHIPS

TUESDAY

.99

39

BARREL FOR ONE 1-PIECE CHICKEN 2 CHICKEN STRIPS & SMALL CHIPS

THURSDAY

.99

2-PIECE CHICKEN & SMALL CHIPS

39

.99

39

CHICKEN WRAP & SMALL CHIPS

FRIDAY

.99

36

CHICKEN FILLET BURGER & SMALL CHIPS

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

.99

73

MONSTER MEAL 1 FILLET BURGER, 1-PIECE CHICKEN, 2 CHICKEN TENDERS & SMALL CHIPS