HermanusTimes - E-edition-12 November 2025 by Novus Media

Boy drowned in Hawston

‘This is a call to action’

While many a beachgoer saw this as a weekend for enjoying the warm weather, for one Grabouw family it was one of hope with a rather tragic end. One family hoped against all hope their 14-year-old, who had gone missing at Hawston Beach, would be found alive. But alas, it was not to be...

According to Edrich Kotze, station commander of the NSRI Hermanus, Siyanda Plaatjies is now presumed drowned, having considered the circumstances and exhausted all the variables and responses within the institute’s capacity, even though a body had yet to be found.

He said: “At 12:19 on 9 November NSRI Hermanus duty crew were activated following eyewitness reports of a drowning in progress at Hawston Beach.”

Kotze said rescue swimmers, from NSRI Hermanus and from NSRI Kleinmond, responded directly to the scene, while NSRI rescue craft were launched at NSRI Hermanus station 17 rescue base and at NSRI Kleinmond station 42.

NSRI Hermanus and NSRI Kleinmond rescue vehicles, the SA Police Services, WC Government Health EMS am-

bulance and EMS rescue squad, ER24 ambulance services, Overstrand Fire and Rescue Services, Overstand Law Enforcement, Overstrand Safety and Security and CMC ambulance services (Critical Medical Care), responded. A Metro rescue drone was also activated.

“Two NSRI rescue craft searched in and beyond the surf zone,” Kotze said. “NSRI rescue swimmers were deployed into the water conducting free-dive sweeping line-search efforts, while a Metro Rescue drone conducted aerial search efforts.

“Despite extensive aerial, sea and shoreline search efforts there remained no sign of the missing teenager, who was last seen in the water offshore of rocks at Op die Punt, Hawston Beach.”

At his behest police opened an investigation and police divers were tasked in ongoing search efforts.

According to Siyanda’s foster mother, Nichaela Maarman, he went to Hawston Beach with friends on Sunday. “We are not doing well. Siyanda had been in our house since 2021 and he was the sweetest child. I wouldn’t say he was an angel, but he was loving and always took everyone’s feelings into account.”

She said his foster family would find closure only when a body, presumably his, is found.

“I mean, for funeral arrangements to be made there has to be a body, you know.” she said. Grabouw community leader Isabel Bailey said Siyanda was a tease and quite a card. “He always made jokes; I will miss him a lot.”

His school, Groenberg Secondary in Grabouw, where he was in Grade 9, announced the presumed death of one of its beloved learners on Facebook on Monday.

“Siyanda was a beloved member of our school community and was very popular among his

“

I mean, for funeral arrangements to be made there has to be a body, you know”

circle of friends and peers,” principal Ralston Parnell said.

“His passing leaves a huge void in our hearts and in the Groenberg family.

“Our thoughts and condolences go out to Siyanda’s family, friends and all those affected by this tragedy. The school, in collaboration with the Overberg District Office, is offering counselling and emotional support to learners and staff.”

Statistics paint a stark picture

of drownings, which claim more than 236 000 lives globally each year, and is one of the top 10 causes of death among children aged 5 to 14. “This is not just a statistic, but a call to action,” Mike Vonk, NSRI CEO, declared.

With more than 3 000 km of coastline, countless rivers, lakes and dams South Africa faces unique safety challenges. With the holiday season and warmer weather approaching the NSRI has issued the following tips:

• Never go swimming alone;

• Learn to swim – equip yourself and your children with basic water survival skills. Supervise children – drowning is silent. Always keep a close watch on children.

• Avoid alcohol near water –stay alert and in control.

• Use proper safety gear – lifejackets save lives. Bailey puts the body’s return in God’s hands. “We request prayers and support, particularly for prospective funeral arrangements. Please contact me on 078 827 9161.”

Siyanda Plaatjies

Laer reënval bring kommer

Die jaar se gemiddelde reënval is kommerwekkend en tonele van die droogte in 2017 laat baie mense bekommerd.

Volgens die Overstrand-munisipaliteit is maar net 472 mm reën van 1 Januarie tot hierdie week gemeet met net 70 mm sedert 1 Augustus.

“Die syfers is nogal kommerwekkend aangesien die gemiddelde reënval vir Hermanus 640 mm is,” het die OM gesê. “Met die feestyd om die draai en mense wat hierdie Desember-vakansie na die Overberg gaan stroom, is die syfers nogal kommerwekkend.”

Selfs die gemiddelde damvlakke in die Wes-Kaap is veel laer as verlede jaar. Volgens die Wes-Kaapse departement van water en sanitasie skets damvlakke ’n somber prentjie teenoor verlede jaar. Volgens ’n persverklaring het WesKaapse damme se watervlakke verlede jaar op 94,9% gestaan en vanjaar is dit maar 79,2%.

Volgens die DWS vervul water ’n groot rol in die ekonomie van die WesKaap. “Die landbousektor maak ook staat op water vir gewasse en lewende hawe, sowel as die vervaardigingsektor waar water gebruik word om goed te vervaardig. Dus gebruik almal water – van huishoudings tot landbou en sakeondernemings, en dis waarom dit so belangrik is om water wys te gebruik,” het die DWS in ’n persverklaring gesê. Watervlakke van damme in die Overberg het einde Oktober soos volg gelyk: De Bos by Hermanus (96,5%), Buffelsrivier by Bettysbaai (98,8%), Kraaibosch

by Gansbaai (97,8%), Koekemoer by Pearly Beach (100%), Theewaterskloofdam (79,2%) en die Eikenhofdam (95,11%).

Die DWS gee ook die volgende wenke: Stort eerder as om te bad; maak die kraan toe wanneer jy jou tande borsel of skeer; moenie ketels vol water maak nie – gebruik net die hoeveelheid wat jy nodig het, want dit spaar elektrisiteit; moenie die toilet onnodig spoel nie; gebruik eerder ’n emmer as die tuinslang as jy jou motor was; maak jou tuin vroeg in die oggend of later in die middag nat wanneer dit nie so warm is nie; plante moet ook so gegroepeer word dat die plante wat dieselfde hoeveelheid water moet kry, bymekaar geplant word; plant ’n waterwys-tuin met plante wat nie baie water nodig het nie en gebruik gryswater om jou tuin nat te maak.

Poppies for those in world wars

Remembrance Day is observed worldwide and is also a significant day in Hermanus.

Few visitors to Hermanus and residents nowadays realise they’re walking through one of the most militarily significant towns in South Africa’s history. During World War I this coastal community achieved the remarkable distinction of having the highest level of volunteering per capita in the entire British Empire, a testament to the patriotic spirit that still resonates today.

The Cenotaph War Memorial itself, erected in 1929, stands as a permanent reminder of the sacrifice of the many local volunteers who never returned, from both world wars. But Hermanus’ military connections extend far beyond those conflicts.

The town’s wartime legacy reads like a who’s who of military history. During World War II Hermanus operated as a radar station, playing a crucial role in coastal defence. The community also claims a connection to one of the war’s most famous escapees – Roger Bushell, a Royal Air Force fighter pilot who led the legendary great escape from a German

prisoner-of-war camp, albeit tragically short-lived, which was later immortalised on film. His family’s roots ran deep in Hermanus soil, and today, Hermanus High continues to honour his memory with the Roger Bushell Trophy, awarded annually to the school’s top achiever. Victoria Cross recipient Lance-Corporal William Henry Hewitt also holds a special place in local memory, his ashes scattered at the scenic Gearing’s Point. General Jan Smuts, wartime Prime Minister and renowned statesman, maintained strong ties with the town; his sister, Bebas Smuts, served as Mayor of Hermanus throughout much of World War II, from 1941 to 1946.

The spirit to commemorate those who served continues to thrive in modern Hermanus, exemplified by the Hermanus Sea Scouts, who took part in commemorative events on Friday and Sunday. “On Friday, they placed poppies on the crosses placed in the cemetery in remembrance of those who served,” Overstrand Municipal Manager Dean O’Neill said. At Sunday’s service at the Cenotaph War Memorial locals and visitors alike were able to pay homage to the dead of both world wars.

Post Office deadlines

The Post Office has issued an urgent appeal to customers planning to send Christmas cards and parcels internationally, advising them to begin preparations immediately to ensure timely delivery for the holiday season.

With surface mail requiring significantly longer transit times, the postal service is particularly emphasising the need for early action for customers sending Christmas gifts abroad via this economical shipping method.

Christmas mailing cut off dates 2025:

• EUROPE: 14 November 2025

• UK: 14 November 2025

• USA: (no parcels – only documents) 14 November 2025

AIR MAIL – CUT-OFF DATES Airmail (no parcels to USA, only documents): 21 November 2025

For customers seeking peace of mind the Post Office offers comprehensive tracking options through their Registered, Parcel and Express Mail Service (EMS) products. Items can be tracked via the South African Post Office (Sapo) website or by contacting their dedicated call centre on 0860 111 502. The Sapo is urging customers to act immediately to avoid disappointment during the festive season.

Die De Bos-dam is tans 96,5% vol. Foto: Martin Etsebeth

The Scouts placed poppies on the crosses in remembrance of those who served.

No festive season fireworks

Residents and tourists planning to celebrate with fireworks this season will need to think again, as the municipalities in the Overberg have issued a comprehensive ban on all pyrotechnic displays across the region.

The municipal authorities have taken a zero-tolerance stance on fireworks, warning that lighting them anywhere within municipal boundaries – including on private property – is strictly prohibited and carries serious legal consequences.

“Remember, the use of Chinese (sky) lanterns, firecrackers, and flares for any purpose other than an emergency is prohibited by law. Selling fireworks in the Overberg is illegal, and all fireworks are banned across the region. Don’t risk it, using or buying fireworks is dangerous and unlawful,” the Municipal Manager of the Overstrand Municipality, Dean O’Neill said.

The municipalities continue to work closely with the police to ensure community safety. If you see fireworks being used or sold illegally, report it immediately to your nearest police station.

FOUR PAWS South Africa, a worldwide animal welfare organisation for animals under direct human influence, appeals to communities to prioritise animal safety during the festive season. “Fireworks may be a thrill for some, but for animals, they’re a source

of panic and trauma,” says Fiona Miles, Director of FOUR PAWS South Africa.

“Every year, we see pets go missing, injure themselves, or suffer severe anxiety due to the noise and chaos. It’s time we prioritise compassion over spectacle.”

Practical tips to support your pet, your neighbours, and their animals:

• Create a calm zone: Set up a quiet, enclosed space with familiar bedding and toys. Play soft music to mask outside noise.

• Avoid leaving pets alone: Stay with your pet during peak firework hours. Your presence is reassuring.

• Microchip and tag: Ensure your pet is microchipped and wears an ID tag in case they escape in fear.

Did you inherit a weapon?

The police are calling on residents who have inherited firearms to ensure they comply with legal requirements before it’s too late.

Under the Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act No 60 of 2000) anyone who inherits a firearm must obtain the appropriate licence, permit or authorisation.

Those who do not wish to keep the inherited firearm have four legal op-

tions: they can have the firearm deactivated by a gunsmith, dispose of the firearm according to Firearms Control Act provisions, sell the firearm to an accredited dealer or individual, or voluntarily surrender the firearm to police for destruction.

The Registrar can issue temporary authorisation to give inheritors reasonable time to comply with these requirements.

High Court validates late Justice Mokgoro’s e-will

In a landmark judgment bridging technology and tradition the Northern Cape High Court in Kimberley has ruled that an electronically-signed will can be valid, declaring the 2021 will of the late Constitutional Court Justice Yvonne Mokgoro to be her lawful last testament.

Justice Mokgoro, who died in May 2024, left two wills. Her 2014 will favoured her life partner, David Mmelesi, with key assets, while her 2021 will divided her Kimberley property equally among her four children, still gifting her Jeep to Mmelesi. The 2021 document, however, was signed electronically, leading to a legal dispute after Mmelesi challenged its validity under the Wills Act and the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act.

Central to the case was an email from Justice Mokgoro to her confidants, instructing them on how to witness her will electronically. The court found that this email clearly

reflected her intention for the 2021 document to serve as her final will.

Judge Lever ruled that Section 2(3) of the Wills Act allows a court to validate a document that fails to meet formal requirements if it was clearly intended as the deceased’s will.

The judge stressed that the purpose of the law is to uphold genuine testamentary intent rather than defeat it through technicalities.

While the judgment stops short of endorsing electronic will-signing in general, it marks a significant step in recognising digital communications as credible evidence of intent. The court ordered costs against Mmelesi and upheld Justice Mokgoro’s final wishes to distribute her estate equally among her children.

Should you require a last will and testament to be drafted reach out to us at www. vorsteyn.co.za / 028 313 0033.

Joint effort helps catch escapee

The importance of community involvement has again come to light with a local neighbourhood watch helping police track down a prisoner who had escaped from Helderstroom prison, outside Caledon.

Singabakho Nxumalo, spokesperson for the Department of Correctional Services (DCS), confirmed inmate Jakob September had been successfully rearrested in the Overberg area at approximately 21:00 on Saturday following a coordinated search operation.

The importance of community involvement has again come to

“September escaped from the dairy team around 11:00 on Saturday while performing work duties at the animal-grazing area within the prison grounds of Helderstroom Correctional Centre,” he confirmed. The 44-year-old male was serving a life sentence imposed in 2011 for rape and murder.

According to Nxumalo the department’s emergency-support team, together with security officials and members of the South

African Police Service in Villiersdorp and Caledon, immediately activated a joint operation to ensure the swift apprehension of the escapee.

The Western Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lt Gen (Adv) TE Patekile, thanked the members of the police drone unit, visible policing, public order police, the K9 unit, private security and the DCS for their commitment to the re-arrest of the inmate.

“Hampered by difficult terrain and darkness the police drone unit was mobilised to assist the members on the ground with the search. Extensive search efforts paid off when its thermal-imaging technology located the inmate in the river, where he was re-arrested.”

Nxumalo said the DCS remained committed to maintaining the safe and secure custody of inmates and extended its appreciation to all cluster partners and local agricultural network for their cooperation and decisive action that led to the rapid rearrest.

light when a local neighbourhood watch helped the police track down the escaped prisoner from Helderstroom prison outside Caledon.

Photo: Facebook

New reserve for the Overberg

In an era when conservation often feels like an uphill battle, one man’s extraordinary dedication has transformed more than 800 hectares of former farmland into the Western Cape’s newest ecological treasure.

The Mount David Nature Reserve, officially declared on 7 November, stands as a testament to what’s possible when passion meets persistence – a thriving sanctuary where critically endangered species once thought nearly extinct now call home.

What began as Diepgat farm in 2008 has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis under the stewardship of Antony van Hoogstraten, who spent nearly two decades systematically restoring what cattle and crops had claimed. Today, where livestock once grazed, pristine fynbos flourishes alongside crystal-clear wetlands and seeps, creating a haven that has already yielded stunning scientific discoveries –including a healthy breeding population of the elusive Moonlight Mountain Toadlet and a critically endangered Erica species previously thought to be on the brink of extinction.

“The declaration of Mount David forms part of the Western

Cape’s growing network of protected areas, helping to conserve biodiversity, restore degraded landscapes, and strengthen the province’s ecological services that our nature provides. These ecological services are critical to the wellbeing of the province’s people and economy and include basic services from clean water and healthy soils to more complicated aspects of climate regulation and strengthening ecological corridors,” said Anton Bredell, Western Cape Provincial Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning.

CapeNature facilitates the legal administrative process to declare these sites as Protected Areas in terms of the National Environmental Management Protected Areas Act. The Nature Reserve was declared on 7 November this year. The negotiation and facilitation of the process have been implemented by Bionerds for the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT), with support from CapeNature.

Bionerds wrote the Protected Area Management Plan for this property independently of this project, and it was signed off in 2023.

In 2020, after months of lockdown, conservationists from Bionerds surveyed the neighbouring

Maanschynkop Nature Reserve in the Overstrand, in search of the elusive Moonlight Mountain Toadlet (Capensibufo selenophos), a species listed as Data Deficient. Although the team found no trace of the toadlet there, a chance exploration of Diepgat’s upper slopes revealed a healthy, breeding population of the species thriving on the property.

Alouise Lynch, Director of Bionerds, helped to facilitate the process of getting Mount David declared as a provincial nature reserve, along with the EWT.

“Part of our project with the EWT was to work with landowners to find a formal mechanism to secure properties where we have found target frog species. We assessed Diepgat and presented on the biodiversity, ecological, and landscape importance of the property to CapeNature,” she said.

“To have recorded a new breeding locality for the Moonlight Mountain Toadlet was a special addition to the ecological diversity of this property, and to have a landowner who was committed to conservation through his actions, such that the ecosystems are in a near-pristine condition, is perhaps the greatest reward for anyone working with threatened species and habitats.”

This discovery highlights the ecological integrity of Diepgat and the impact of years of restoration work. It also opened the door to protected area recognition. Leop-

ard, Klipspringer and Grey Rhebok, Black Harrier, Verreaux’s Eagle and Blue Cranes have also been documented on the property.

Shortly after the discovery of the Moonlight Mountain Toadlet, Bionerds met with the Van Hoogstraten family to discuss the possibility of making sure that their conservation efforts were secured through formal protection. The Van Hoogstraten family chose the name Mount David Nature Reserve.

To have land formally protected contact CapeNature’s Stewardship Team at wcpaes2025@capenature.

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The Mount David Nature Reserve, officially declared on 7 November.

The Moonlight Mountain Toadlet

The blue flag is flying high in the Overstrand

Overstrand Municipality is flying high on the international stage, cementing its reputation as one of South Africa’s premier coastal destinations with a remarkable collection of Blue Flag recognitions that showcase the region’s commitment to world-class environmental standards.

For the 2025-’26 Blue Flag season, South Africa boasts 50 full-status Blue Flag beaches and 20 pilot sites, bringing the national total to 70 recognised beaches. In Overstrand, Grotto Beach in Hermanus and Kleinmond Beach have once again earned full Blue Flag status, while Hawston, Onrus, and Castle Beach (Pearly Beach) are recognised as Blue Flag Pilot beaches.

The Blue Flag programme, managed in South Africa by the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (Wessa), promotes sustainable coastal tourism through strict criteria covering water quality, environmental education, management and safety.

Beaches must reapply annually and maintain high standards to retain their status. Pilot beaches are still working towards full accreditation, but are already required to demonstrate progress in key areas such as water quality monitoring and public environmental awareness.

While pilot beaches are still working toward full accreditation, they must already demonstrate progress in key areas such as water quality testing and public environmental awareness.

Overstrand Executive Mayor Archie Klaas said: “The Blue Flag status is

a well-respected international award, ensuring each beach is not only beautiful and safe, but also environmentally friendly and socially responsible. Hence, Blue Flag beaches are highly sought after by tourists.”

He reminded residents that an amphibious wheelchair is available at Grotto and Kleinmond, allowing people with disabilities to enjoy the beach safely under the supervision of lifeguards.

He also commended CapeNature’s Walker Bay, which received Green Coast recognition for natural, less-developed coastal areas that balance biodiversity conservation with eco-tourism.

In Gansbaai, five eco-tourism boats operated by Marine Dynamics and White Shark Diving received Blue Flag Boat status, recognised for excellence in marine education, safety, and responsible tourism, contributing to sustainable marine experiences along the Overstrand coast.

The awards ceremony also highlighted Wessa’s Stop the Strangle campaign, which tackles marine pollution and discarded fishing gear, a major threat to marine life. Each year, an estimated 640 000 tons of fishing gear enter the oceans, posing long-term dangers to marine ecosystems.

The Blue Flag season will run from 1 December 2025 to mid-January 2026 for Kleinmond, Hawston, Onrus and Castle Beach, while Grotto Beach will have an extended season until Easter Weekend 2026.

Eerste ereburger in B’dorp gekroon

Hy is geliefd in sy gemeenskap en oor die Overberg heen en hy maak ’n verskil oral waar hy gaan.

Vir Dirk Jantjies van Bredasdorp was dit meer as net ’n eer toe die Kaap Agulhas-munisipaliteit ereburgerskap aan hom toegeken het ter erkenning van sy buitengewone nalatenskap van openbare diens.

“Die besluit is op ’n spesiale raadsvergadering Donderdag 30 Oktober geneem wat raadsheer Jantjies die heel eerste ereburger van die munisipaliteit maak,” het ’n woordvoerder van die munisipaliteit gesê.

Die eerbewys is Saterdag 1 November ter viering van Jantjies se 30 jaar diens as raadslid tydens ’n viering by De Heide Primêre Skool in Bredasdorp oorhandig. Hy dien tans as die wykraadslid vir wyk 2 en is die langsdienende raadslid in Suid-Afrika.

In ’n diep roerende oomblik het eerw. dr. Heinrich Jantjies, Jantjies se seun, die woorde op die sertifikaat hardop voorgelees. Die burgemeester van die KAM, Raymond Ross, die speaker, Derick Burger en die waarnemende munisipale bestuurder, Hendrik Krohn, het die sertifikaat van ereburgerskap aan Jantjies oorhandig.

“Die munisipaliteit se besluit om hierdie eer toe te ken, is gegrond op sy bevoegdhede ingevolge Artikel 156 van die Grondwet van die Republiek van Suid-Afrika (1996) en die Wet op Plaas-

like Regering: Munisipale Strukture, 1998 (Wet Nr. 117 van 1998), wat munisipaliteite bemagtig om individue te erken wat uitsonderlike bydraes tot die welsyn van hul gemeenskap gelewer het. Hierdie mylpaal vier nie net Jantjies se persoonlike prestasies nie, maar stel ook ’n belangrike voorbeeld vir die erkenning van uitnemendheid in plaaslike regering en gemeenskapsleierskap,” het Ross gesê. Volgens Jantjies, wat al amper ’n halfeeu in dieselfde huis in Bredasdorp woon, is dit ’n geweldige eer wat hom te beurt geval het. “Ek is op 29 Desember 1952 hier in Bredasdorp gebore en het by my ouma Hanna grootgeword. In 1961, met die Groepsgebiedewet, is ons uit die buurt waar ons gewoon het, uitgesit en my ouma het geen ander heenkome gehad as om Elim toe te gaan om by haar suster te gaan bly nie. Ek was maar net agt jaar oud en moes saam,” vertel hy. Volgens hom het hy op 16-jarige ouderdom na Bredasdorp teruggekeer en is nie een oomblik spyt oor sy grootwordjare nie. “Dit is my grootworddorp, my huis en my hart. Ek sou nooit kon droom dat ek op 1 November, 65 jaar later, die ereburgerskap van Kaap Agulhas sou ontvang nie. Ek het dit nooit verwag nie en dit is vir my ’n baie groot eer.” Jantjies het groot drome vir Kaap Agulhas en een daarvan is om die mense op te hef. “My droom vir Kaap Agulhas is om die lewensomstandighede verder te verbeter deur ons mense ekonomies te bevry,” het hy afgesluit.

In Overstrand, Grotto Beach in Hermanus and Kleinmond Beach have once again earned full Blue Flag status, while Hawston, Onrus, and Castle Beach (Pearly Beach) are recognised as Blue Flag Pilot beaches.

Dirk Jantjies ontvang sy sertifikaat van ereburgerskap by die burgemeester, Raymond Ross, en die speaker, Derick Burger. Foto: Gurswin Prins

‘Day of Dreams’ a success

Thursday 23 October saw the inauguration of a new project in Stanford, Day of Dreams. The brainchild of Sybille Essmann, Rotary Club of Stanford president, together with fellow Rotarian Truda Wepener, the club is delighted to share the success of this day, dedicated to inspiring Grade 7 learners from surrounding primary schools.

“This would originally have been called ‘Careers Day’,” Essmann pointed out, “but we took the advice of Anchelle Damon of Badisa and named the event Day of Dreams.”

The event took place in the Stanford Community Hall with around 100 Grade 7 learners attending.

Leading up to this special event the headmasters were consulted and they were fully on board to make the day a

success. It was important to engage with the learners and retain their interest so the advice from the principals was invaluable when it came to the format to be used.

“Furthermore, the Grootbos Foundation also provided insight into and advice on the format and offered Danver August and Natasha Bredekamp as MC and host.”

“So, with all that in mind, we used the format of a lively talk show, where learners had the opportunity to interact with a diverse group of artisans as they were interviewed on stage.

“Among these invited artisans were an electrician, a plumber, law-enforcement officer, firefighter, chef and an entrepreneur in the beauty industry, each sharing their career journeys, insights and experiences.”

Representatives of the Agulhas School

Caledon-Kersmark weer

eens

’n groot sukses

Dié groep vroue het die CaledonKersmark terdeë geniet. Agter is: Elanza du Toit (komiteelid), Jolanda Human en Lizette Kok (komiteelid). Voor is Nicolette Simonis en Tossie van Rensburg.

Foto: Mitzi Buys

of Skills in Napier as well as Boland College also attended, sharing very valuable insight with learners who are not academically strong. There are many avenues to choose from and the learners were able to interact with these institution representatives during a break.

“The purpose of Day of Dreams is to spark curiosity, broaden horisons, and encourage learners to start imagining the many career paths open to them. By engaging with these artisans from diverse fields, the young audience was able to ask questions and gain valuable first-hand knowledge in an interactive and fun setting.

“We are very excited to take this forward as an annual event,” Essmann concluded. “Our learners need all the help they can get and if we can make a difference in the lives of just a few, then we can call this initiative a success.”

Art students visit Caledon

artist Carol Mangiagalli

Mitzi Buys

A group of adult art-class students recently visited well-known Caledon artist Carol Mangiagalli.

Arina Myburgh, artist, owner and teacher of the Montage Art Studio, said:

“This visit was part of the enrichment programme for the adult students enrolled at my teaching studio. I mentor each of my students to develop a unique, authentic creative expression of their own. Visiting an artist such as Carol, who paints in the naïve style, and who has achieved great success as an artist, inspired the students even more to push past the borders of traditional realism.”

Carol opened up her studio and home, filled with her own as well as other artists’ work and related how her personal history shaped her artworks, which

started with cloth paintings and glass paintings, to her acrylic paintings that she has become so well-known for. She also shared her experience on building relationships with reputable galleries. The students who attend classes in Hermanus, Greyton, Kleinmond and Somerset West each received an autographed book of Mangiagalli’s art. Not only were they enriched by this visit, but they were also inspired to continue their art journey with renewed enthusiasm. Mangiagalli told Hermanus Times: “It was a good visit and I thoroughly enjoyed meeting them all and telling them my life story and sharing my art journey with them. They were very generous in that they supplied all the refreshments, and two ladies even insisted on washing the dishes afterwards. It was lovely to meet and make new artist friends.”

Mitzi Buys

Die gewilde Caledon-Kersmark, wat van 27 Oktober tot 1 November in die Caledon NG kerk se saal aangebied is, was weer eens ’n groot sukses.

Plaaslike besoekers sowel as dié van omliggende dorpe kon rustig al die produkte van die uitstallers besigtig en selfs van die kosprodukte proe. Dit was die ideale geleentheid vir vroeë Kersaankope of sommer net vir ’n lekker bederf, want daar was produkte te kies en te keur – gewis iets vir elkeen se smaak.

Tuisgebakte koekies en beskuit, sousboontjies, skuinskoek, fudge, ingelegde produkte, mosterd en ander souse, leeren materiaalhandsakke, juweliersware, Kersversiersels, opvoedkundige speletjies, speelgoed, skoonheidsprodukte en tuisde-

kor-artikels was van die produkte wat te koop aangebied is.

Die teetuin, wat ligte maaltye, tee, koffie en koek aangebied het, was weer ’n treffer. Hier kon besoekers heerlik ontspan en mense kon ’n ligte middagete nuttig.

Lizette Kok, wat die bemarking van die Kersmark behartig, sê: “Besoekers is baie in hul skik, want nie net is van ons ou gunsteling-uitstallers weer hier nie, maar baie nuwe uitstallers het bygekom. Soos gewoonlik het die teetuin baie goed gevaar en veral kosprodukte het goed verkoop. Oor die algemeen is ons baie tevrede met hierdie jaar se Kersmark.”

Die Vrouediens van die Caledon NG kerk bied die Kersmark aan. ’n Groot aantal gereelde vrywilligers bied hul hulp by die kosvoorbereiding en bediening, in die uitstalgebied en by die kasregisters aan.

The group of art students who recently visited

Behind are

Danver August with Sybille Essmann (left), Rotary president, and Truda Wepener.

Carol Mangiagalli.

Tracey Reynecke, Tara Etherington and Hannie Hattingh; middle are Gillian Davidson, Tania Barnardo, Jeanne le Roux and Arina Myburgh. In front Anne Cunningham and Carol Mangiagalli.

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From garden to shelf it’s fresh!

The aroma of fresh herbs and the vibrant colours of homegrown vegetables transformed retail aisles into community marketplaces this week as local gardeners stepped into the spotlight to showcase the fruits of their labour and the power of grassroots food security.

Shoppers were greeted by rows of fresh spinach, fragrant herbs and baskets of homegrown produce lining selected Shoprite and Checkers stores nationwide on Thursday 6 November. The displays marked the retailer’s annual Market Day, showcasing the harvests from more than 70 community food gardens, including four from the Western Cape, among them Our Garden and the Mthimkhulu Community Development Programme.

What began in 2017 as an undertaking to connect small-scale farmers with customers and enable communities to feed themselves in a sustainable way, has grown into a vibrant celebration of community resilience, food security and local entrepreneurship. Market Day gives local gardeners and co-operatives the chance to sell their produce directly to the public, gain retail experience and strengthen the roots of small businesses that feed their neighbourhoods, and this year was no different.

Blending skills, stories and sustainability, Market Day gave visitors the chance to meet the gardeners and learn about innovative, community-driven growing methods. Customers could stock up on onions, beetroot and cabbage, choose from fresh parsley, coriander and mint, and enjoy seasonal fruits like papayas, pineapples and watermelons. Some stalls offered moringa powder, peanuts and medicinal plants such as soap aloe, while others sold seedlings to encourage home gardening.

“Market Day is about building livelihoods from the ground up,” said Sanjeev Raghubir, Chief Sustainability Officer at the Shoprite Group. “It’s inspiring to see how each garden uses this opportunity to grow, not only in sales, but in confidence, connections, and long-term impact.”

According to the recently published South African Food Security Index 2025, food access and affordability remain among the country’s most pressing challenges. Community food gardens are helping to bridge that gap by feeding and uplifting communities, while fostering agricultural knowledge and sustainable livelihoods.

Local gardener Petrus Johannes Scheepers from Our Garden at Jesus in Action took part in his first Market Day

Mthimkhulu Community Development Programme in Kleinmond, Western Cape, showcased its homegrown produce on Market Day, joining gardens from across South Africa to highlight local initiatives that strengthen food security, support livelihoods and share sustainable farming practices.

at Shoprite Parow Park. Scheepers said it was deeply rewarding to see people buying their produce. “We put so much hard work into the garden as a team, so it’s an honour when people appreciate what we’ve grown. But it’s not just about selling vegetables. We also give food to those who simply can’t afford it. It’s become a cycle of giving the garden feeds us and we feed our community.”

Beyond Market Day, Shoprite continues to support community gardens through its Act For Change programme, which to date has assisted almost 300 gardens with training, seedlings and infrastructure. Many of the gardens are led by women and young people, improving access to fresh food while creating jobs and strengthening local food systems.

This year’s Market Day also coincided with the launch of the Act For Change Food Garden Competition, which will invest R1 million to help community gardens thrive. The competition recognises innovation, sustainability and social impact and the top six winners will receive tailored support based on their garden’s needs, from tools and infrastructure to training and resources. Entries close on 30 November.

“Every seed planted represents hope – for people, for communities and for a more sustainable future,” says Raghubir.

• How to enter the Act For Change Food Garden Competition: Be 18 years or older, represent a community-based food garden (private home garden, private companies and close corporations are not allowed to enter), include a short description of the garden’s history, purpose and community impact, and upload photos of the garden as part of the entry.

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DEA&DPREFERENCENUMBER:16/3/3/6/7/2/E2/15/1285/25

THEPROPOSEDFORMALISATIONOFTHEINFORMALSETTLEMENTON ERFNO.11155ANDREMAINDEROFERFNO.11153,SCHULPHOEK,HERMANUS.

ProjectDescription: GuillaumeNelEnvironmentalConsultants(GNEC)hasbeenappointedbyASLADevelopmentConsultants, onbehalfoftheOverstrandMunicipalitytoconducttheScopingandEIAProcessforproposedFormalisationoftheInformal SettlementonErfNo.11155andRemainderofErfNo.11153,Schulphoek,Hermanus. OverstrandMunicipalityhasbeeninvestigatingvariousoptionstoaddressinformallandinvasioninthearea,includingremoving thenewresidentsorformalisingtheareaintoanextensionofZwelihle.Duetothelackofavailabledevelopablelandwithinthe greaterHermanusarea,theonlyalternativeistoformalisethepropertiesinquestion.Atotalofapproximatelyapproximately4000 housingopportunitiesinvarioustypologiesandforms,andassociatedcivilandcivicserviceswillbeaccommodatedonsite.Amore detailedprojectdescriptionwillbeprovidedinthe1stDraftScopingReport.

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Location: ThesiteisunderthemunicipaljurisdictionoftheOverstrandMunicipality.ThepropertiesarelocatedsouthofZwelihle andtheWasteWaterTreatmentPlan,totheeastofSandbaaiandtothewestofChurchstreet,andisborderedtothesouthbythe ocean.

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Directorate: MunicipalManager

Department: StrategicSupportServices Referencenumber: WC0323072

BasicSalary: R2381640p.a

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Requirements: •Grade12•NationalCertificateinPublicAdministrationorHigherCertificateinPublicManagement •ComputerliteracyinMSOffice•AvalidCodeEBdriver’slicence•Mustbeabletowriteandreadintwo(2)ofthethree(3) languagesoftheWesternCape•Five–eight(5–8)years’relevantexperienceinfunctionsassociatedwiththepost. ToviewdetailedadvertisementswithallrelevantinformationfortheabovevacancypleasevisitOverstrand Municipality’swebsiteat:www.overstrand.gov.za

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AUCTION

INTHEHIGHCOURTOFSOUTHAFRICA (WESTERNCAPEDIVISION,CAPETOWN)

CaseNumber:16615/2024

Inthematterbetween:

ABSABANKLIMITED Plaintiff (RegistrationNumber: 1986/004794/06) and ELIZABETHHELENAESTHERBOTES FirstDefendant (IdentityNumber: 6601290063089)

IVANALTONSTEYN SecondDefendant (IdentityNumber: 9206195198084)

AUCTION–NOTICEOFSALE

ThisisaSaleinExecutionconductedinaccordancetotheConsumer ProtectionAct68of2008asamended,inpursuanttoJudgmentgranted againsttheFirstandSecondDefendantsformoneyowingtothePlaintiff intheaboveHonourableCourtdatedthe 26NOVEMBER2024 and 20 MAY2025 intermsofwhichthefollowingpropertywillbesoldin executionon FRIDAY,the 28th dayof NOVEMBER2025 at 10:00 at17 GraaffStreet,Villiersdorptothehighestbiddersubjecttoacourtset reservepriceof R1063500.00.

CERTAINPROPERTY:REMAINDEROFERF1777VILLIERSDORP INTHETHEEWATERSKLOOFMUNICIPALITY DIVISIONOFCALEDON, WESTERNCAPEPROVINCE

INEXTENT1045(ONETHOUSANDANDFORTYFIVE)SQUARE METRES HELDBYDEEDOFTRANSFERT46992/2014, SUBJECTTOTHECONDITIONSCONTAINEDTHEREIN

SITUATEAT: 17GRAAFFSTREET,VILLIERSDORP. THEPROPERTYISZONED:GENERALRESIDENTIAL (NOTHINGGUARANTEED)

IMPROVEMENTS: Thefollowinginformationisfurnishedbutnotguaranteed:Floors:WoodandTile,Ceilings:Wood,Roof:Iron MainBuilding: 4xBedroom 2xBathroom 1xLounge 1xTVRoom 1xEntranceHall 1xOpenPlanKitchen

Outbuilding: 1xGarage Additional: 1x6MSwimmingPool (nothingiswarrantedandnothingisguaranteed)

ThepurchasershallinadditiontotheSheriff’scommission,whichis6% (SixPercent)ontheproceedsofthesaleuptoapriceofR100000.00 (OneHundredThousandRand)andthereafter3.5%(threepointve percent)onR100001.00toR400000.00and1.5%onthebalanceofthe proceedofthesale,subjecttoamaximumfeeofR4000.00(Forty ThousandRand)plusVATandaminimumofR3000.00(Three ThousandRand)plusVAT,payadepositof10%(TenPercent)ofthe purchase priceincashorbankguaranteechequeorEFTintothe Sheriff’sTrustAccountimmediatelyuponclosingofthebidandthe balanceagainsttransferwhichshallbesecuredbyaBankorBuilding SocietyguaranteeinaformacceptabletoPlaintiff’sConveyancers, whichguaranteeshallbedeliveredbythePurchasertotheSheriffwithin 21(TwentyOne)daysfromthedateofthesaleandshallprovideforthe paymentofthefullbalanceandanysuchinterestpayableasprovidedfor hereunder.

ShouldthePurchaserelecttopaythebalanceofthepurchaseprice,this mustbepaidintotheSheriff’sTrustAccountwithin21(TwentyOne) days,fromdateofsaleasperparagraph4.3oftheConditionsofSalein whichcaseanyclaimforinterestshalllapse.

TheRulesofthisauctionareavailable24hoursbeforetheauction attheofﬁceoftheSHERIFFCALEDONsituateat27DEMPERS STREET,CALEDON.

TheSheriffMrAWitbooiwillconductthesale.Registrationasa buyerisapre-requisitesubjecttoconditions,interalia:A)DirectiveoftheConsumerProtectionAct68of2008 (URLhttp://www.info.gov.za/view/DownloadFileAction?id=99961) B)FICA–legislationi.r.o.proofofidentityandaddress particulars. C)PaymentofaRegistrationFeeofR15000.00. D)Registrationconditions.

TheaforesaidsaleshallbesubjecttotheConditionsofSalewhichmay beinspectedattheofceoftheSheriffCaledonsituateat27Dempers Street,Caledon,duringnormalofcehoursMondaytoFriday.

DatedatJOHANNESBURGonthisthe14thdayofNovember2025.

JayMothobiIncorporated

Plaintiff’sAttorneys 9ArnoldRoad Rosebank,2196 POBox87160,HOUGHTON 2041

Tel:0112683500

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Email:habither@jay.co.za Lebohang.baloyi@jay.co.za quentin@jay.co.za

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THEEWATERSKLOOFMUNICIPALITY

AANSOEKOMHERSONERING&VERGUNNINGSGEBRUIK: ERF183(ONGEREGISTREERDEERF4935),VILLIERSDORP.

Aansoeker: AWiehahn,InterActiveStads enStreeksBeplanners& (Kontaknommer: 0824660490).

Eienaar: NederduitseGereformeerde KerkVilliersdorp

Verwysingsnommer: V/183(AppID:4508/2025)

GrondBeskrywing: Erf183,Villiersdorp. Fisieseadres: Hoofstraat64,Villiersdorp. Kennisgewingnommer: KOR21/2025

Volledige beskrywing vanaansoek: Aansoekom Hersonering vanErf183(Ongeregistreerde Erf4935),Villiersdorp,ingevolgeArtikel15(2)(a)vandie TheewaterskloofMunisipaliteit:Verordeningop MunisipaleGrondgebruikbeplanning,2022,vanaf Gemeenskapsone2:PlekvanAanbidding(CZ2) na AlgemeneWoonsone4:Woonstelle(GRZ4).

Aansoekom Vergunningsgebruik ingevolgeArtikel 15(2)(o)vandieTheewaterskloofMunisipaliteit: VerordeningopMunisipaleGrondgebruikbeplanning, 2022,om'nlosseerhuistebedryf.

KenniswordhiermeegegeeingevolgevanArtikel45van dieTheewaterskloofMunisipaliteitseVerordenningop MunisipaleGrondsgebruikbeplanningdatbogenoemde aansoekontvangisenbeskikbaarisvirinspeksie gedurendekantoorurevanaf 5November2025tot10 Desember2025 bydie DepartementStadsbeplanningen Boubeheer,Caledon by 6Pleinstraat,Caledon,7230 en VilliersdorpDorpskantoor. Enigeskriftelikebeswareof kommentaarteendievoorstelkaningevolgeArtikel50 vandiegenoemdewetgewingaandieMunisipale Bestuurder, Posbus24,Caledon,7230/Faksno.028214 1289/E-postwkmun@twk.gov.za gestuurwordopofvoor 10Desember2025 nadiepublikasievanhierdie kennisgewing,metvermeldingvanjounaam,adresof kontakbesonderhede,belangindieaansoekenredesvir kommentaar.Telefoniesenavraekangerigwordna Mev. S.DuToit:Administrateur/Stadsbeplanning by 028214 3300. DieMunisipaliteitkanweieromenigekommentaar teaanvaarwatnadiesluitingsdatumontvangword. Personewieniekanskryfnie,kanbydiemunisipale kantooraanmelden'nmunisipaleamptenaarsal behulpsaamweesomdierelevantekommentaarof inligtingskrifteliktedokumenteer.

THEEWATERSKLOOFMUNICIPALITY

APPLICATIONFORREZONING&CONSENTUSE:ERF183 (UNREGISTEREDERF4935),VILLIERSDORP

Applicant: AWiehahn,InterActiveTown& RegionalPlanning (Contactnumber:0824660490

Owner: DutchReformChurchVilliersdorp

Referencenumber: V/183(AndAppId:3954/2023)

PropertyDescription: Erf183,Villiersdorp.

PhysicalAddress: 64MainRoad,Villiersdorp NoticeNumber: KOR21/2025

Detaileddescriptionofproposal:

Applicationfor Rezoning ofErf183(unregisteredErf 4935)intermsofSection15(2)(a)oftheTheewaterskloof Municipality:By-LawonMunicipalLandUsePlanning, 2022,from CommunityZone2:PlaceofWorship(CZ2) to GeneralResidentialZone:Flats(GRZ4)

Applicationfor ConsentUse,intermsofSection15(2)(o)of theTheewaterskloofMunicipality:By-lawonMunicipal LandUsePlanning,2022,foraboardinghouse.

NoticeisherebygivenintermsoftheTheewaterskloof Municipality:By-lawonMunicipalLandUsePlanningthat theabovementionedapplicationhasbeenreceivedand isavailableforinspectionfrom 5November2025to10 December2025 duringofcehoursatthe TownPlanning andBuildingControldepartment at 6PleinStreet, Caledon,7230 and VilliersdorpTownofce. Anywritten commentsorobjectionsmaybeaddressedintermsof Section50ofthesaidlegislationtotheMunicipal Manager, P.OBox24,Caledon,7230/Fax:0282141289/ E-mail:twkmun@twk.gov.za onorbefore 10December 2025 fromthedateofpublicationofthisnotice,quoting your,name,addressorcontactdetails,interestinthe applicationandreasonsforcomment s.Telephonic enquiriescanbemadeto MrsS.DuToit:Administrator/ TownPlanning at 0282143300.TheMunicipalitymay refusetoacceptcommentreceivedaftertheclosing date.Anypersonwhocannotwritewillbeassistedbya Municipalofcialbytranscribingtheircomments.

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Noticeisherebygivenintermsofsection34(1)oftheInsolvencyActno24of1936as amendedthatthebusinessconductedunderthenameandstyleofJDTBurgers(Pty) Ltd,registrationnumber2009/195877/23intentstosellSteersHermanus,situatedat 137MainRoad,Hermanus,7200,andSteersWhaleCoastMall,situatedatShop G23CWhaleCoastMall,Sandbaai,Hermanus,togetherwithallitsassetsand goodwill,toMickysFoods(Pty)Ltd,registrationnumber2016/501777/07withe�ect from1December2025

Allcontracts,obligations,andresponsibilitiesofthebusinesswillbeassumedbythe purchaserfromtheabovementionede�ectivedate. Interestedparties,includingcreditors,arerequestedtosubmitanyclaimsor enquiriesrelatingtothesaleinwritingwithin30daysfromthedateofthisnoticeto:

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DatedatHermanusonthis10thdayofNovember2025.

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Triathletes, prepare!

Adventure seekers and fitness enthusiasts can now register for the 2025 Paul Clüver off-road triathlon, promising a unique sporting experience amid the stunning Elgin vineyards.

The picturesque Paul Clüver Wine Estate will once again serve as the backdrop for one of the region’s most scenic sporting events when the annual off-road triathlon takes place on Sunday 7 December. Set against the dramatic landscape of the Groenlandberg mountain, this year’s event promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for athletes of all skill levels.

The triathlon offers two distinct race formats to accommodate varying fitness levels and experience. The X Tri Lite, designed for beginners and recreational athletes, features a 500 m swim, 12 km jeep track mountain bike ride, and 5 km off-road run. Participants must be 16 years or older for solo entries, or 14 years and older for team participation.

For seasoned athletes seeking a more demanding challenge, the X Tri Full presents a rigorous test with a 1 000 m swim, 27 km technical mountain bike course, and 10 km trail run. Solo participants must be at least 18 years old, while team members need to be 16 or older.

Recognising the importance of inclusive participation, organisers have ensured the event caters to families and younger participants. A 3 km nature walk

and shorter running events will be available for children and beginners who wish to experience the beautiful estate terrain without the intensity of the full triathlon format. What sets the Paul Clüver triathlon apart from traditional road-based events is its emphasis on natural terrain and scenic beauty.

Athletes will navigate through established vineyard paths and estate trails, offering spectacular mountain views and an immersive experience in one of South Africa’s premier wine regions. The combination of swimming, mountain biking on varied terrain and trail running creates a unique sporting challenge that tests different muscle groups and requires diverse athleticism. Interested participants can

Atlete wys hul steun vir vaardigheidskool

Atlete van die Botrivier-atletiekklub, gelei deur Johannes Syms, ook die voorsitter van Overberg – Our Community; Our Future (OOCOF) het op 31 Oktober die lang pad na die Laerskool Kleinmond aangepak om bewusmaking oor die vaardigheidskool in Botrivier te skep.

“Botrivier se gemeenskap is besig om uit te brei. Ons het al voorheen optogte oor die skoolprobleem in die dorp gehou en nou is ons besig met ons nuwe projek – ’n vaardigheidskool vir Botrivier,” het ’n inwoner

gesê. “Dit was nie jou gewone wedloop nie; dit was om ons visie met ander te deel.”

Die suksesvolle dag is in Kleinmond afgesluit en die organiseerders wil graag die volgende mense bedank: Die padveiligheidspan onder leiding van Don Severein van die Botrivier-buurtwag, die laerskole Botrivier en Kleinmond, Pine Pienaar van The Biltong Man, Jan vir die water en al die verkeersbeamptes.

Aan die einde van die dag is ’n tjek aan die Laerskool Kleinmond oorhandig.

Given the event’s popularity and the limited capacity due to the natural venue constraints, early registration is recommended.

The event continues to grow in popularity among both local and visiting athletes, drawn by the combination of competitive sport and the opportunity to experience the natural beauty of the Elgin wine region.The Paul Clüver off-road triathlon represents more than just a sporting event – it offers participants a chance to challenge themselves while experiencing the unique landscape that makes the Overberg a world-renowned destination for both wine and outdoor adventure.

Gold for Gym

Local gymnastics talent soared to new heights at the South African National Trampoline Championships, with Gym Genies Gymnastics of Hermanus delivering an outstanding performance that has put the Overberg region firmly on the national sporting map.

Nine of the club’s determined gymnasts made their mark at the prestigious championships held in Gqeberha from 7 to 10 October, the Double Mini Trampoline Gymnastics, one of nine disciplines officially recognised by Gymnastics South Africa.

But the success story doesn’t end there. In a remarkable achievement that underscores the quality of coaching in the region Gym Genies head coach

Genies

Karl Schneeberger has been selected to guide South Africa’s National Protea Trampoline Team at the FIG Trampoline World Championships in Pamplona, Spain. Schneeberger’s appointment to coach at the world championships, from 6 to 9 November, represents not only personal recognition, but a testament to the high-calibre training programmes developed right here in the Overberg. The local gymnastics community is celebrating both the national championship performance and Schneeberger’s international-coaching selection, with club officials expressing immense pride in his “tremendous contribution to the youth of the Overberg”.

Adventure seekers and fitness enthusiasts can now register for the 2025 Paul Clüver off-road triathlon, promising a unique sporting experience amid stunning vineyards.

Behind: Madelein Wrigley (club owner), Max Holder, Bella Coetzee (gold, Level 4, u-15 and over), Aleéha Prinsloo, Mickayla Lotter, Josef du Plessis (gold, Level 4, u-15 and over) and Karl Schneeberger (head coach). Front: Adah Gibbings, Everly Coetzee (silver, Level 4, u-11 to -12), Zanne Buys, Hannes du Plessis (gold, u-11 to -12 years).

Lede van Botrivier-atletiekklub het op 31 Oktober die lang pad na Kleinmond aangedurf

te skep.

l het die Overberg geen spanne in die halfeindstryde van die SanlamBoland-Top-12-kampioenskap nie, het Atlantics en die Walkerbay Babes nie teleurgestel nie en gaan hulle die Overberg in die halfeindstryde van die Super 8 en Super 10 verteenwoordig.

Saterdag kon Botla Fire, wat die enigste hoop vir die Overberg was om na die halfeindstryd deur te dring, nie die wa deur die drif trek nie en het 37-33 teen Vredenburg vasgeval. Safcol het op sy beurt Abbotsdale gemaklik 76-34 gewen, maar dit was te laat vir die span van Grabouw om na die halfeindstryd deur te dring. Dus speel Roses Saterdag in Wellington teen Robertson Town en Villagers Worcester teen Saldanha. David Rossouw skryf die wedstryd tussen Vredenburg en Botrivier was uit die staanspoor opwindend. Vredenburg het eerste bloed geruik toe Dorehano Carolus ’n strafskop in die agtste minuut oorgeklits het. Botrivier het met ’n teenaanval met sy agterlyn teruggeslaan en vir ’n voorsprong van 7-3 onder die pale afgerond. Toe dit lyk of Botrivier op pad is om ’n tweede drie te gaan druk, het Thyrique Carolus die bal onderskep, omtrent 55 meter gehardloop en Vredenburg se eerste drie onder die pale gedruk om sy span die voortou met 10-7 te laat neem.

Met twee spelers wat geelkaarte ontvang het, het Vredenburg se dissipline hom in die steek gelaat, maar karakter gewys met goeie verdediging, wat Botrivier gestuit en twee sekere drieë gekeer het. Vredenburg het sy derde drie teen die verloop

van spel en ná ’n rolmaalbeweging gedruk om sy voorsprong tot 15-7 te rek. Vredenburg het met nog ’n rolmaal-beweging vorendag gekom en Botrivier voorlangs getap en toe afgerond met Waylen Meyer se drie vir ’n voorsprong tot 22-7. Ongelukkig het hul dissipline hulle in die steek gelaat nadat ’n derde speler koelkamer toe gestuur is toe hy die bal bewustelik afgeklap het terwyl Botrivier op pad was om ’n drie te druk.

Die skeidsregter het die TV-skeidsregter genader en dié het beslis dat ’n strafdrie toegeken moet word.

Die manne het met die rustydtelling van 22-14 gaan stoom afblaas met die Burg Boys gerieflik voor. Hoewel Botrivier in die tweede helfte met meer vuur gespeel het, kon hulle nie Vredenburg se verdediging maklik breek nie. Met Ruan Kleinsmith en Mezonevon Bezuidenhoud, wat die Burg Boys se vierde en vyfde drieë gedruk het en ’n strafskop wat bygevoeg is, het Botrivier se skare met die telling op 37-26 bekommerd geraak. Met 13 spelers op die veld en 10 minute oor het die Burg Boys se verdediging geknak toe Botla in die 78ste minuut gaan druk het, maar dit was te min en te laat en die Burg Boys het die wedstryd 37-33 gewen.

• Sanlam-Boland-Top-12-uitslae: Wesbank 27-41; Delicious NW 28-59 Hillcrest United; Abbotsdale 34-76 Safcol United; Botrivier 33-37 Vredenburg Villagers; Worcester 57-5 Vanrhynsdorp Eagles; Robertson Town 46-27 Saldanhabaai. Intussen is dit ook bekend gemaak

Babes, Atlantics nog in

dat die afrigter van Safcol, Brendon Cloete, bedank het. Saffies is onder leiding van Cloete al as die Bolandkampioen gekroon, het drie keer vir die Top-12 gekwalifiseer, twee keer die Transnet-Saldanha-Super-8-titel gewen en was ook al twee keer die Overberg Challenge-kampioen.

• Die Walkerbay Babes, die vrouespan van Hermanus, spog steeds met hul onoorwonne status. Hulle het die seisoen as die viermalige agtereenvolgende Bolandkampioen begin en Saterdag korte mette met die Warriors Women gemaak nadat hulle die wedstryd maklik 43-5 gewen het.

Een van die ondersteuners vertel dat hy baie trots is op die span wat week ná week alles in hul vermoë doen om met die beste rugby vorendag te kom. Die span is ook goed voorbereid vir Saterdag se wedstryd teen die YoungGoodHope/Daisies terwyl die ander spanne in die halfeindstryd Central Wolves teen Mamre is.

Dit ’n seisoen vol veranderinge vir die span. Die bestuur het om die tafel gesit en besluit dat Walkerbay van sy Boland-spelers na ander spanne moet opdeel. Dus het Walkerbay ’n paar spelers verloor wat na ander klubs gegaan het.

Dit was nie al uitdaging wat die span vanjaar gehad het nie – een van hul afrigters het na Worcester verhuis en rig nou die Worcester Warriors af, maar gelukkig het Marthin Simmers die pos gevul.

Saterdag speel Atlantics van Hermanus ook in die halfeindstryd teen Lovedale.

Claudine Bani van die Walkerbay Babes in aksie.