Edition 1970 - 6 August 2026

ED 1970 - 6 August 2026

The comfort zone is the greatest enemy of human potential.

8 500 COPIES WEEKLY

Tel 044 382 3222 / 5167 • Email ads@actionads.co.za • www.actionads.co.za • 29 Grey St. Knysna

Did you know?

Women often develop age-related hearing loss later than men. But when it does happen, it commonly affects higher-frequency sounds - making speech harder to understand. Many women put off addressing hearing issues because they focus on others first. Remember: caring for your hearing is essential - just like caring for the rest of yourself.

Book a comprehensive hearing assessment & take the first step forward reconnecting with your world.

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Please support local.

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OPEN MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:30 - 16:30 FOCACCIA

BARISTA & C10 DRIVER AVAIL. Ph Sandile on 078 012 1811.

Experienced.

QUALIFIED CARE GIVER WITH EXP in nutrition seeks employment in similar or other suitable job. In possession of permit, passport and certificate. Pls ph Dorothy 071 967 4784 or 083 526 8012

Wishing all my senior ladies a Happy Woman’s Day Ou ngs bringing joy and companionship

Taking seniors to Town and About

MAILLARD BREAD & PASTRY

DELUXE COFFEE SALE - Infrared Heater, was R4 799 n o w R 3 7 9 9 . M e te l e r ka m p s 3 Union Street, Knysna.

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.

JACK NEEDS GARDENING, painting or general work. Ph 065 517 4340

Tree Felling / Chipping Firebreaks / Hedges Retaining Walls / Fencing Firewood / Compost Instant Lawn. Fully Insured

If you wait for perfect condi ons, you will never get anything done MAIDS! MAIDS! MAIDS! Monica can supply you with a “maid-for-aday”. Call 082 570 3040 COPPER BOTTLES, tumblers & carafes available @ Metelerkamps.

044 382 0274

THYME AND AGAIN FARMSTALL

Stretch your legs. Feed your soul.

Taste the difference.

Find us on the N2 opposite the Keurbooms River turn-off 064 823 7935 INNOCENT – gardening, painting, plumbing, gnrl maintenance. Ph 075 391 7444. Ref Mr Glenn 082 880 1080 INNOCENT FOR GARDENING JOB with 8 years exp. Ph 069 261 8956.

Ref no 072 371 7347

Rachelle 082 854 6132 KNYSNA PICTURE FRAMERS – 21 Cove Street. Michael 071 522 8135 VACANCY – BARISTA NEEDED. Email CV to maillardbakery@ gmail.com CARPET CLEANING PILE 'N TILE (est 2004). Phone Kenneth @ 072 809 7124

RETIREMENT HOME FOR THE OVER 50’S R1,700,000 Sec onal Title - Low levies Exclusive Mandate A charming property in Hunters Estate Re rement Centre.

It consists of a large main bedroom, a small bedroom/study, one full bathroom, open plan kitchen/ lounge/dining room PLUS an enclosed veranda, to give you an extra room.

Very safe and secure complex.

Private Property T5567126.

GIVE ME A CALL.

CYNTHIA’S PROPERTIES Cynthia 083 398 4213

DOMESTIC WORKER WITH 4 years experience seeks work, 3 days per week. For contactable reference, ph Simon 082 563 5421. Maria 078 462 4577

COUGH-GO

BEST EVER COUGH + CHEST REMEDY & PAINGO SPRAY BACK @ KWIKSPAR KNYSNA ONLY BY POPULAR DEMAND.

076 281 8067

PRECIOUS, 5 yrs exp carer & cleaner looking for domestic work - 3 days.

Ph 068 090 6242 VISIT: www.actionads.co.za JOHNNY'S SHOES AND KEYS has moved to Woodmill Walk, Shop 6A. Ph 074 281 9734

Find us at 14a QUEEN STREET, KNYSNA (Opp. Knysna Municipality) for all your DIY and Hardware needs.

044 382 2425

OPENING HOURS Mon- Fri: 7:30am – 5pm • Sat: 8am-1pm • Closed Sundays & Public Holidays

CAZCO

Cazcomail@gmail.com www.cazco.co.za Office number: 078 407 8538 083 988 3483 24 Vigilance Drive

We do it with love!

REMOTES FOR GATES & garages.

Repairs & replacement remotes. 072 245 5432 VICTORIA ZIMVA seeks domestic work, with experience. Ph 071 449 0833

PICTURE IT FRAMED KNYSNA has moved to 16 Tide street, Central Knysna. Come visit us for all your picture framing requirements.

PCL AUTO SERVICES – We accept all debit, credit and fleet cards for payment. American Express, Diners Club and RCS cards also accepted.

Contact us on 044 382 6409

WHOLESALE HOSPITALITY SNAG Free Towels - Specials on Hospitality S n a g F r e e To w e l s , a v a i l a b l e in 440gsm and 550gsm, White and Pebble and now launching our new colour steel grey, selling fast. Ideal for Hospitality and domestic use. While stocks last.

Warren / Hospitality and Home 083 233 4265

GAS INSTALLATIONS, compliance cer ficates, water heaters, and other gas appliance supply, service and repair. Contact Gas WorCX via cell 065 281 5133 / email: gasworcx@gmail.com web: www.gasworcx.co.za

JENET SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 079 956 3577

SOLUTIONS ivygardensnursery@gmail.com 082 457 9122 (Office) 076 342 3404 083 306 3761 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 Eveles Spokie Patricia Dianne

060 334 8164 064 845 9978 063 173 8663 062 168 5576

EMPLOYMENT

DOMESTIC

Lasting Augt Specials Cosmetics Book a Microneedling Facial with Geraldine & get 50% OFF! WAS R1240 NOW R620

Book an Elim Pedicure & receive a FREE Express Mani worth R215

Book any Dermaplaning Facial & receive 25% OFF starting from R590

BOOK NOW 067 837 7091 The Royal Hotel Knysna, c/o Main Street & Queen Street, Knysna

GARAGE DOOR Maintenance, service, installation and repairs.

FRICO DIENSTE Pty (Ltd)

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

THE 5 C’s Customer, Comfortable, Classic, Classy & Chic

CHARMAINE KRUGER YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN us for a drink and enjoy the wonderful solo exhibition, “Vanishing Point” by Leon Vermeulen at Knysna Fine Art on Saturday, the 15th of August from 11 am to 1 pm.

+27 (0)82 442 8509

Q UA L I T Y VA LU E S E RV I C E Hospitality and Home offers it all.

C o n ta c t Wa r r e n f o r a l l y o u r Hospitality Linen and Towel Orders. warren@hospitalityandhome.co.za.

Warren – Hospitality and Home 083 233 4265

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.

FERNWOOD Vacant stand 620m².

One of the last available.

Excellent security estate, prestigious address, beautiful fynbos, pastoral feel with this stand overlooking farmland. Lagoon views from upper level.

R850 000

CENTRAL Mount Joy Penthouse 3 beds, 2 baths, double garage Secure gated complex with direct access garage.

Spacious living area with slow combustion woodburning fireplace and built in bar.

Vinyl flooring. Open plan kitchen with granite tops and gas hob. Huge balcony with some lagoon views. 8kw Solar system. Visitor parking.

R3 500 000

Louwna Griessel Cell: 082 446 4023 • E-Mail: info@grrs.co.za Website: www.grrs.co.za HI, I'M CATHY, I'm looking for domestic job. House cleaning exp of 12 years. Avail for 3 days a week.

Please contact 065 358 2624 / 068 722 9969. Ref 079 919 2522

Plumbing Services

Leak Detection & Location, Blocked Drains, High Pressure Drain Jetting, CCTV Drain Camera Inspections

PLUMBING 061 972 7080

HUNTERS VILLAGE

admin@stirlingplumbing.co.za www.stirlingleakdetection.co.za

2 beds, 1.5 baths, carport Cosy semi-detached cottage, renovated kitchen and bathrooms, spacious main bed, large verandah, private patio off kitchen.

R 2 500 000

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

3 beds, 2 baths, double garage Light and sunny, freshly painted, new carpets, new aluminium garage door, some lagoon view, spacious open-plan kitchen and diningroom, laundry/workspace in direct access double garage.

R 3 300 000 2 beds, 2 baths, large study / garage, carport North-facing, sunny spacious main bed, fireplace, large kitchen and scullery, lovely green outlook with prolific bird-life, outdoor entertainment area, inverter and tanks.

R 3 195 000

GIFT A CARER THE RESPITE THEY Deserve. Reset for carers on Aug 21, 2026. Restoring morning with teas, food & hand-care. Cost: R400/person. RSVP by Aug 14 via WhatsApp to Michèle 063 947 2892 TREE FELLING, BUSH CLEARING, pruning, trimming, garden refuse and rubble removal, paving and any other garden related works.

Ph Godfrey on 078 337 7886

WE AT ALLKOTE HAVE VARIOUS priced down goods. Household paints, as well as automotive and industrial. Plenty specials on various products: bases… too many to mention. 1st Shop, Industrial area or 044 382 4422. Open Saturdays 8 & 12 ARE YOU LOOKING for customised numbered and perforated invoice or quotation books? Contact Action Ads at 044 382 3222. We print NCR books (No carbon needed) in duplicate or triplicate.

Knysna

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JOYCE, DOMESTIC WORK. 6 yrs exp.

Ph 078 655 6644

CHARLES, HOUSEKEEPING. 10 yrs.

Ph 065 693 9480

BLOCKED DRAINS, ROOT problems.

Call Godfrey Plumbing & Jetting Services. CCTV sewer drain camera services. @ 074 694 3465 WALKING THE JOURNEY together Taking the first step is the hardest.

Let's walk your journey together.

Helen van Schalkwyk, MSc Psychology BPS Registered Psychologist (Reg. No. 551568) 074 9 1 0 7 3 2 0 h e l e n j .v a n s c h a l k wyk@gmail.com LOYCE SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK. Ref avail 060 402 7654. Ph 079 726 7542 SUKISUUA, DOMESTIC WORK. ph 073 576 6166 or w/a 076 279 2454

IN SUPPORT OF

PCL AUTO SERVICES – Pete is so excited. He is playing in the Nomads Seaboard trophy this weekend.

Three days of golf and reconnecting with old friends. Have fun Pete!

SATURDAY 8 AUGUST | 7PM FREEDOM CHURCH, KNYSNA

THERESA SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK with experience & trustworthy. Ph 071 992 2529. Ref no 082 774 9746

VISIT: www.actionads.co.za

(23 Bokmakierie Street, Old Place)

TICKETS: R100 • SCHOLARS & KIDS: FREE BUY TICKETS VIA: Whatsapp Call Hospice Also via 082 499 1177 044 384 0953 Quicket Office

CHRIS – DOMESTIC + BABYSIT. Ph 060 374 2649 NICELY SEEKS GARDENING WORK, with 2 yrs exp. From Malawi with valid permit. Ph 067 945 9672

I'M DAMAZIO, I'm looking for garden work for full time, work permit. My ph 078 576 1889 / 083 492 9804 STAMPS FDC. FROM 1952 N&S Rhodesia, homelands, RSA, British.

Ph 082 422 1300 K.RANDS PROOF & MANDELA Long walk to freedom, yachtcharter@mweb.co.za FLORA – DOMESTIC & H/KEEPING. Ph 065 892 5621 PRINTING. Action Ads 044 382 3222 / printing@actionads.co.za

LOYCE SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 067 612 6926 DOMESTIC AVAIL. Ph Marita 067 351 4675. Avail for a full week. 2 years experience. Hard working & loyal.

GRACE IS LOOKING FOR WORK. ph 083 241 6339. Ref 082 687 3983 DOMESTIC AVAIL. Ph Ruth 078 642 4574 THE EPILEPSY CHARITY SHOP needs y o u r d o n a t i o n s . G e nt l y u s e d household items always gratefully accepted!

PCL AUTO SERVICES – Ford, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Renault, Subaru, Land Rover, Mercedes, Audi, VW, Toyota, Hyundai! You name it, we can handle it! Contact us on 044 382 6409 VACANCY – BARISTA NEEDED. Email CV to maillardbakery@ gmail.com KNYSNA CENTRAL: 1 bedroom fully furnished apartment for sale, R1 450 000. Noeleen at REMAX Coastal 082 668 8373 BUSINESS CARDS. Action Ads 044 382 3222 / (also with rounded / slanted corners) Knysna

Municipality || Munisipaliteit || uMasipala

inclusive || innova ve || inspired

Dr F Lewer Allen - MBBCh (Rand) Botox & Fillers Medical Practitioner with a special interest in Aesthetic Medicine, Homeopathy and Functional Medicine.

Cell: 082 454 7728 • www.botoxknysna.co.za

A Landscape Design Company specializing in garden design and implementation followed by high-class seasonal garden care second to none.

THOTYIWE FOR DOMESTIC AND basic carer physio work. Ph 073 639 5547

FRESH DRAINS START WITH AmaZyme. One simple weekly treatment helps keep drains cleaner and fresher. Get yours at The Clean Shop.

Ama-Zyme – Your Everyday Drain Hero

NEW GARDENS VERTICAL GREEN WALLS These are self-sustaining, irrigated, living, green, organic, and will enhance the atmosphere in any house, shop, room, office, and hotel.

GARDEN REVAMPS GARDEN MAINTENANCE

Call Margi at 072 330 2593 or Jeremy at 077 200 8896 for a free quotation and explanation.

GLORIA FOR DOMESTIC WORK with valid work permit. Ph 075 162 5670

The Foundation, Knysna Contact us: 082 503 2756

Served from 11 | WiFi available

DRY NEEDLING DOMESTIC LADY AVAIL. Ph Clara on 068 138 2116. Ref 073 644 3262 HIRE A BUILDER, TILER, with reference. Ornald 072 142 4722

17 HEDGE STREET 082 851 4532

ANGELINE IS LOOKING FOR domestic work. Ph 074 845 7481

ONESTA SEEKS DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 063 040 1695

FANNY NYIRENDA seeks caregiver + domestic work. Ph 063 755 0474

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WEDNESDAY 26 AUGUST 2026 AT 18H00

www.Loudfire.co.za Almost 200 StretchTents for Rental, Garden Route area, Many Colours, Various Sizes from 24m2 to 1000m2 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

NOW OPEN TO SERVE THE KNYSNA COMMUNITY

MAUREEN SEEKS DOMESTIC work.

Ph 073 439 3012

Dr. Wian van Rooyen

Eat. Sip. Watch the waves.

Where meals come with a sea breeze Your beachfront restaurant

General Practitioner

STRETCH TENT R E NTALS & SALE S

View Pictures & Prices Online or Whatsapp Bruce 083-2522-756 ROLL ON LAWN, KIKUYU available for delivery to Plett, Knysna, Sedgefield, Wilderness & George. Ph David 082 572 2777 THABO IS LOOKING FOR domestic work. Ph 069 554 5899, with experience.

34.0852'S, 22.9708'E • 044 383 0038

084 836 6497

Happy Woman's Month WANTED – Old car + truck batteries, R75 - R135 paid @ Battery & Tyre World. 044 382 5142 MILLIAN, MALAWIAN, domestic work with ref. Ph 083 522 1280 JUMPING CASTLE FOR hire: Contact Irene on 082 375 3245. We drop off and pick up.

FRIENDS OF THE KNYSNA Libraries tea at Cearn Hall, Leisure Isle. Friday 14 August 2026 – 10am. R40 for tea / coffee and cake.

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

Mon - Fri: 08h00 - 17:00 28 Waterfront Drive, Knysna PETROS CHILAMBO seeks gardening work. Ph 075 141 6265, with experience.

1 MAIN ROAD, KNYSNA | 044 382 3966

www.remaxcoastal.co.za 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

Applica ons are awaited for the following vacancy: SOCIAL AUXILIARY WORKER 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: 14 August 2026 Should you not hear from us within 30 days please accept that your applica on was unsuccessful.

LET'S DANCE BALLROOM & LATIN. No more sitting out, join the fun.

Sonnette 082 512 7439 SERVICE TIMES 23 Bokmakierie St, Lower Old Place, Knysna, 6571 044 382 1356

08H30 10H00

OLIVE, MALAWIAN, seeks 3 days domestic work. Ph 075 378 8308 / 063 820 3804. Ref 078 719 7405

MAKE YOUR OPENING DANCE AT your wedding truly unforgettable.

Sonnette 082 512 7439

Dr Sanet Prinsloo MB Ch B

Unit 21, 16 Gordon street, Knysna 044 382 9980

MONICA IS SHORTING 2 DAYS, house cleaning. Ph 067 764 5808 / 078 155 5280

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

ENROLLED NURSING ASSISTANT NIGHT SHIFT ONLY A caring and dedicated Enrolled Nursing Assistant is required to join our team in Knysna.

REQUIREMENTS: • Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) with up-to-date registration • Must be able to speak both English and Afrikaans • Must currently reside in Knysna • Compassionate and patient with a passion for working with elderly residents • Ability to work well within a team environment • Previous experience in elderly care will be advantageous RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assisting residents with care and support • Working closely with nursing staff to ensure quality care • Maintaining a respectful and caring environment for residents Please send your CV to: caringforyou6571@gmail.com

For your Anti-Aging treatments Botox® and Juvéderm® fillers For a better version of you!

E X P E R I E N C E D M A L AW I A N gardener or domestic worker available with references. Call Dinyo on 077 442 6432 PELLET BURNING FIRE PLACE. I have eco pellets, 10kg – R80. Free delivery on 10 bags + Knysna area.

Ph Steve 082 774 3404 SILVER KRUGERRANDS and Silver Bars are now available at Goldex, Knysna Mall (near Woolworths).

Private, accessible, central and secure. Also open Saturdays 09:00 to 13:00. Tel: Glen on 082 7888 700 or Natasha 073 819 7492

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SIGNAGE. Big signs, small signs, all signs at Acton Signs. Email worx@actonsigns.net or whatsapp: 079 713 7632

GARAPA DECKING, Pine Decking, Pine Pickets: Fechters Sawmill 044 382 1222

GEAR UP YOUR VEHICLE • Roof Racks & Bike Racks • Roof Boxes & Baskets • Garage Storage Solutions Call / Whatsapp Barry 45 Waterfront Dr, Knysna 083 773 3626 044 382 2808 rackandcarry.co.za DECKING, PICKETS, POLES, Shelving and Fencing Timber direct from sawmill - Geelhoutvlei Timbers: 044 356 2644 or Velma on 073 454 3 9 1 5 o r e m a i l sales@geelhoutvlei.co.za / www.geelhoutvlei.co.za SERVICE TIMES 23 Bokmakierie St, Lower Old Place, Knysna, 6571 044 382 1356

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SILVERWARE GATHERING DUST? Sell it at Goldex, now in the centre of Knysna Mall (near Woolworths).

Tel: 082 7888 700 or 073 819 7492 ACTION ADS is printed & published

by Sky Printers T/A Action Ads CK87/002583/23 & is registered as a newspaper. Cert No. 9275 BALAU DECKING, Garapa Decking, Pine Pickets: Fechters Sawmill 044 382 1222

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KRUGERRANDS are 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

of Knysna CUSTOM QUALITY COVERS & CANVAS SOLUTIONS

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 PINE PICKETS and Decking: Fechters Sawmill 044 382 1222

• Any custom Canvas products • Child safe pool covers • Furniture Covers • Boat Covers • Shadeports • Blinds

044 382 1102 www.eleco.co.za

CX TIPPERS & DIGGERS – Quality products & service at your doorstep.

Ph 044 382 1645 VISIT: www.actionads.co.za

YOU RING WE BRING !

OPEN: 8am - 5pm, MONDAY - FRIDAY 8am - 1pm, SATURDAY For relling and collection of gas, please feel free to visit 27 Rawson Street, Knysna (Behind Checkers undercover parking).

We now also stock rewood.

For gas deliveries 9kg, 12kg, 14kg, 19kg & 48kg Phone 044 250044 0030 / 062 461 0575 Phone 492 0460

Monday - Friday • 8h00 - 17h00 Saturday 8h00 - 13h00 Email:dawn@penguingas.co.za

ADOP T ME PLEA SE

MEET MAUI!

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

Call Godwin 083 314 4079

Our beautiful boy Maui has the kindest heart, and we still can’t understand why he’s waiting for someone to choose him.

The long days at the kennels are starting to wear on him. He’s such a loving soul, and all he wants is a family to call his own. Let’s help Maui find the home he’s been waiting for.

SIGNAGE. Big signs, small signs, all signs at Acton Signs. Email worx@actonsigns.net or whatsapp: 079 713 7632

If you would like more info about animals available for adoption, please feel free to contact our office on 044 384 1603

All positions, Boutique hotel in Knysna.

Previous experience in a 4/5 Star hospitality environment a must.

E-mail CV to paulbrenning55@gmail.com

STEVEN 063 890 1046 comes highly recommended as a painter. He is extremely tidy and careful & does an excellent job. He has worked for me for 20 years. For references ph Anne 082 416 6020

Get Connected Get ON Fibre Marissa Moore 082 419 3900 24 Queen Str Knysna COUNSELLING SUPPORT for women. Safe. Confidential.

Anastacia (BA Hons Psych).

WhatsApp 079 353 0393 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 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS m e et i n g ev e r y M o n d a y 6 p m , Presbyterian Church, 14 Clyde Street, Knysna. Newcomers welcome. For help / enquiries contact 066 065 2337

FINISHING CARPENTRY: Door hanging, building, renovations. You name it, I do it. I come with excellent contactable references. John 073 634 1214

NICK OCKER MANUFACTURING JEWELLERS

• Make up and repairs to all your jewellery.

• Repairs to your spectacle frames.

Call 082 775 1659 LINEDANCE. Easy fun & good exercise. Sonnette 082 512 7439

My excellent experienced gardener / handyman requires work.

Also housework, maintenance.

Daily & Weekly.

Please phone for details. 082 345 9222

Get Your Connection On

087 742 2222 www.onfibre.co.za R ES I D E N T I A L , CO M M E RC I A L , Industrial. For a Formal Property Valuation Contact McAdam & Smith Property Valuators (MRICS SACPVP).

082 893 8675 http://www.mcadam smith.co.za

Automotive Workshop - Repair & Service Centre • Service Major / Minor • ECU Diagnostics • Brakes • Suspension Repairs • Clutches • Custom Exhausts • Shocks • Wheel Alignment • Custom Downpipes • CV Joint’s

• Towbars / Bullbars • Trailer Spares & Repairs • 4x4 Lift Kits & Upgrades • Exotic Vehicle Maintenance • RWC Inspections

TEL: 044 382 1155 Email: autoboss.knysna@gmail.com

FLOORING, CEILING, SHELVING, Halflog and DIY timber direct from sawmill. Geelhoutvlei Timbers: 044 356 2644 or Velma on 073 454 3915 or email sales@geelhoutvlei.co.za / www.geelhoutvlei.co.za

Gas, Geysers, Hobs, Heaters, Fireplaces, Braai’s etc.

Also gas equipment repairs and maintenance.

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

RICH FARM COMPOST (ph 8.3).

1 Yr. Matured chicken manure. Great results / we deliver. Call/Whatsapp: 082 424 0055 VISIT: www.actionads.co.za

Dr. Grant Trollip UROLOGIST

14 Church Street, Knysna 044 382 7919 / 2571 Whatsapp 081 297 1774 sales@knysnagas.co.za www.knysnagas.co.za EDEN TRAVEL CLINIC: for all your vaccinations and travel meds, including Yellow Fever, Hepatitis, Malaria and many more. Contact Annamarie on 082 557 5255

EYESIGHT - LlONS EYE CLINIC

Bsc. MB ChB (Stell). FC Urol (SA)

Suite 6, Hunters Estate Medical Centre, Marlin Drive, Knysna, 6571

R350 for test and one specs.

By appointment only.

Whatsapp 064 290 6940 o/h

Rooms: 044 384 1717 E-Mail: granttrollipknysna@gmail.com

PINE DECKING and Pickets: Fechters Sawmill 044 382 1222

DON'T JUST MASK DRAIN odours.

Fix the cause. Ama-Zyme helps break down grease, food waste, and organic build-up naturally. Available at The Clean Shop. Ama-Zyme – The Bio-Enzyme That Really Works.

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BUILDERS … We source the best local products at the cheapest possible price. CX Tippers & Diggers – your one stop aggregate supplier. Ph 044 382 1645 ORGANIC OLIVE OIL. The best you can get. Call Peter 083 234 2706

VACANCY ACCOUNTS & OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR (KNYSNA) An established Knysna-based company is looking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Accounts & Office Administrator to join our team.

Requirements: • Extensive experience in Debtors and Creditors • Experience with Salaries/Payroll • Proficiency in SAGE and IQ Accounting Software will be highly advantageous • Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail • Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities Key Responsibilities: • Debtors and Creditors • Salaries / Payroll • Invoicing • Quote follow-ups • Municipal account administration • Vehicle licensing • General office administration and additional duties as required

LOCAL KNYSNA RESTAURANT IS LOOKING TO HIRE STAFF

We are looking for young, friendly and dynamic individuals to join our waitering, bar or runner team.

No experience necessary at all.

Please include a photograph of yourself when applying.

Please send your CV / applications to: thebaptist608@gmail.com KIKUYU ROLL ON LAWN available for delivery to Plett, Knysna, Sedgefield, Wilderness & George. Ph David 082 572 2777 CHARITY FOR DOMESTIC WORK. Ph 062 105 4939. Ref 082 628 8198

Working Hours: • Monday - Thursday: 07:30 - 17:15 • Friday: 07:30 - 14:20

PETER, GARDENING WORK. Ph 083 893 8074. Ref 072 476 7926 / 083 444 7790

Location: Knysna

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A Mammoth Drought The drought in Europe is so bad that the level of the mighty Danube River has sunk to its lowest level ever recorded.

Europe's second largest river, the Danube flows through 10 countries, but with the current heat waves, the river has shrunk so low that a cruise ship ran aground on a sandbank.

And in Hungary the Paks nuclear power plant had to be shut down last week because the level of the river, used to cool the nuke, was just too low.

Surprising things have emerged in the Danube's riverbed. In Serbia a German warship, sunk during World War 2, was exposed for the first me, while in Bulgaria, villagers found the jaw and tusks of a mammoth. It must have been there for thousands of years.

Took me back to when I worked on a University of Cambridge archaeological dig on the Channel Island of Jersey, known for its woolly mammoth fossils.

I knew one of the archaeologists, Kate Sco , who had organised that I join them while backpacking overseas in 1977.

The Jersey dig was in a cave called La Co e. It was April, which I thought meant spring in the UK, but man, it was cold. Ice on our tents every morning and the ground was frozen. I cursed for not bringing a ma ress.

I came back from emptying the loo buckets (had to remember to stand downwind) and found Kate had stuffed newspapers into two huge plas c bags, sewn them together and voila! I had an excellent camping ma ress.

We walked down to the cave every morning and dug in our allocated squares. I was used to the hard fossil bones we found in South Africa, but these were so . I was terrified of breaking them.

“The thing to do,” a student told me, “is to dip this brush into glue, and trickle it onto the bone fragment and let it harden.”

Not so easy while wearing woolly gloves. I ended up with my gloves glued to the brush.

I never found anything spectacular, but Kate found a mammoth skull. It was magnificent. I loved to think of these massive creatures roaming England around 180 000 years ago.

It was muddy, cold work and a er our camp supper in the garden shed, we used to head down to the Smugglers' Inn for a pint.

Ah, it was so grand to stand in front of the fire and warm up.

They served something I had never seen: warm potato skins with bu er. Delicious.

The professor's wife told me that Prince Charles, as he was then, had been to their dig two years earlier when he was a student studying archaeology. He came with two bodyguards – but no torch.

As no one had a spare torch, she gave the young prince a candle in a jam jar.

“Do you know, when he le , he came carrying the jam jar and candle stub, and said: 'Here are the things you so kindly lent me.'

I thought he was marvellous.”

Well, I didn't find a mammoth, and I missed out on digging with Prince Charles, but it was a great experience I'll always remember.

Melanie Gosling

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