Hermanus Times - E-Edition - 28 May 2025 by Novus Media

Restuaranteur dies

The Hermanus restaurant industry has been left reeling in shock at the tragic news of the restaurant owner Anton Verhoogt’s untimely death in a motorcycle accident over the weekend.

The father of three young children was reportedly on his way home on Saturday evening at approximately 22:40 when his motorcycle was involved in a collission with a motor vehicle on the corner of the R43 and Albertyn Road in the Hermanus Central Business District.

It has since come to light that the driver of the other vehicle was arrested for fleeing from the accident scene and driving under the influence.

Lieutenant Colonel Nicky Steyn, commander of the Hermanus Police detectives, reports that Verhoogt was flung from his motorcycle and later passed away in hospital.

He added: “It is believed the deceased was on his motorcycle on his way home

when a motor vehicle drove in front of him. The driver of the motor vehicle tried to flee from the scene.

“Traffic officials chased him and he was arrested for fleeing from the accident scene and for drunken driving. The suspect was also charged with culpable homicide.”

The Fisherman's Cottage team announced on social media that the popular restaurant’s doors will be closed from Monday 26 to Wednesday 28 May.

The statement reads: “It is with deep sadness that we share the sudden passing of our beloved owner and chef, Anton Verhoogt. Anton was the heart of Fisherman’s Cottage. His passion, creativity, and warmth touched everyone who walked through our doors.

“As we take time to honour his life, Fisherman’s Cottage will be closed from Monday to Wednesday this week. We thank you for your understanding and the incredible support we’ve already received from our community during

this heartbreaking time.

“Anton built more than just a restaurant – he uplifted an entire community with his generosity, heart, and unwavering spirit.

“We will return soon, carrying his legacy forward in all we do.”

Messages of condolences have started flooding in. A BackaBuddy campaign was also started to raise funds for Verhoogt’s widow and three young children. Within five hours, more than R28 000 had already been raised.

A post on social media reads: “This past weekend, our community was devastated by the tragic loss of Anton Verhoogt in a fatal accident. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Nicole, and their three beautiful children.

“Anton was a pillar of strength and kindness – always ready to lend a hand, showing up for others. Now, it’s our turn. A BackaBuddy fund has been created to support Nicole and the children during this heartbreaking time.

“If you are able to contribute, no matter the amount, your support will make a real difference. Let us pay it forward in loving memory of Anton – and for all that he’s done for us.”

• Visit https://www.backabuddy. co.za/campaign/anton-verhoogt-family-and-kids to contribute to the fund.

Anton Verhoogt, owner and chef of Fisherman’s Cottage restaurant in Hermanus, is remembered as an excellent chef and business owner but also as someone who believed in “paying it forward”.

Political shake-up

The appointment of ODM Speaker Archie Klaas as the new Executive Mayor of the Overstrand has led to quite a shake-up of political figures.

This move resulted in his post as the Speaker of the Overberg District Municipality being vacant. This post was, however, filled last week when Lindile Ntsabo, who had been serving as Acting Mayor for the Overstrand after Dr Annelie Rabie stepped down from the post, was elected as the new Speaker of the ODM.

ODM Municipal Manager Richard Bosman confirmed last week that Ntsabo, who had previously been an ODM councillor before he served as the Deputy Executive Mayor of the Overstrand Municipality, was elected "overwhelmingly by council members" as the new Speaker of the district municipality during a special council meeting held in the Council Chamber at the ODM head office in Bredasdorp.

"During the same meeting the ODM Council also welcomed Annelie Rabie from the Overstrand Municipality, who was sworn in as a new councillor," Bosman stated.

Ntsabo confirmed his "formal resignation as Deputy Executive Mayor of the Overstrand Municipality, effective immediately," following his new appointment.

Ntsabo, who served as Overstrand Mayco member for Public Safety, will in his new position with the ODM also be tasked with Rural Safety and Economic Development.

""It was an opportunity of a lifetime. It was an honour to serve the residents of the Overstrand. I wish to express my sincere appreciation to the staff and public servants who collaborated with me on various

initiatives, including public safety, homelessness, family support, and women's health rights. I am committed to ensuring a smooth transition and am grateful for the opportunity to have served in this capacity. I look forward to contributing to the (ODM) towards Rural Safety and Regional Economic Development. I am excited to work with all of the municipalities within our region," he said in a statement. Following Ntsabo's resignation as OM Deputy Executive Mayor, Elnora Gillion. who has previously served as Deputy Mayor of the Overstrand, was once again elected to this position during a special council meeting held on Friday 23 May. In addition to her new role as Deputy Mayor, Gillion has also been appointed as the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) responsible for Planning and Development.

OM said in a statement that Mayor Klaas has retained several members from the previous Mayoral Committee. Councillor Ronald Nutt has been re-ap-

Hermanus crime stats looking much better

Hermanus police’s integrated approach to crime fighting seems to be reaping dividends with an overall decrease of 5,1% in crime figures for the month of April.

Station commander Colonel Gustav Tamboer thanked all role-players involved in the fight against crime, including members of the community who assist the police, for their continued contribution to making communities within the greater Hermanus safer for all.

Burglaries at business premises showed a marked decrease of 90% while business robberies dropped by an astounding 100%.

This, said Tamboer, can be attributed to higher visibility of all crime-fighting role players, especially private security companies. “Another important factor is good-communication channels such as WhatsApp groups. The fact that more and more businesses install CCTV and security cameras also serve as deterrent.”

50%), common robbery (+75%), malicious damage to property (+92,8%) and theft of motorvehicle or motorcycle (increased by 50%).

Other good news on the crime front is that property-related crimes dropped by 39,6%, all sexual offences decreased by 60% and the number of attempted murder cases are 75% lower. A decrease of 50% in house robberies was recorderd and a 25% drop in burglaries at residential premises.

pointed as Portfolio Chairperson for Community Services, while Arnie Africa will continue serving as Portfolio Chairperson for Corporate Services. Councillor Stephen Williams has also been reappointed as Portfolio Chair for Finance.

Councillor Andrew Komani has been appointed as the Mayoral Committee Member for Municipal Public Safety, while Councillor Clinton Lerm serve as the Mayoral Committee Member for Infrastructure Services.

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Tamboer highlighted the fact that the category crimes dependent on proactive police action for detection spiked by 114,5%. This is seen as a positive increase because the crimes in this category (such as the possession of dangerous weapons and illegal dealing in liquor) often go unreported and rely heavily on police action such as information-driven operations (raids) and Vehicle Check Points for detection.

“Drug-related crimes show an increase of 123,2% while selling liquor without a licence increased by 62,5%. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs increased by 33,3% and the possession of dangerous weapons by 9,8%,” Tamboer stated.

Categories that showed an increase include murder (up by

Tamboer stated: “This overall reduction proves that our integrated approach to crime shows dividends. A huge thank you to our communities who report crime and assist us to get the criminals behind bars. The South African Police Service has an Informer Claims system that pays members of the public for positive information that leads to arrests and successful prosecution. You can make use of it.”

He added that the police would continue to assist communities with establishing neighbourhood watches and added: “Mount Pleasant is a priority for this. I want to emphasise that crime fighting starts with you. Together we can do it. I salute you all.”

Tra c ne SMS is legit

With so many scams going around these days it’s always a good idea to double-check the facts, especially when unexpected messages pop up on your phone.

Overstrand Municipal Manager Dean O’Neill has assured residents that if they have received an SMS from Ultimate Traffic Solutions (UTS) about an unpaid fine they don’t have to panic.

“UTS is the official traffic-management consultant appointed by Overstrand Municipality in October 2024,” he said. You can confirm any outstanding fines or vehicle-related matters with UTS via:

• Tel: 021 137 5402

• WhatsApp: 087 250 3192

• Email: info@uts-group.co.za

• Or contact Overstrand Traffic Services at 028 313 1044 or 028 313 8136.

Colonel Gustav Tamboer, the Hermanus Police station commander.

Lindile Ntsabo has stepped down from his post as Overstrand Deputy Executive Mayor after being elected as the Speaker of the Overberg District Municipality during a special ODM Council meeting last week.

Former ODM Speaker Archie Klaas now serves as the Overstrand Executive Mayor. Alderlady Elnora Gillion was elected as the Deputy Executive Mayor, a post she held previously from 2018 to 2021.

Broers in hof ná twee mesmoorde

Bianca du Plessis

Die twee broers wat aangekla word van twee moorde, wat byna twee weke gelede binne enkele minute van mekaar in Bredasdorp gepleeg is, het vermoedelik ook ’n derde slagoffer aangeval en gesteek.

Cameron Cedras (23) en sy 16-jarige broer, wat nie geïdentifiseer mag word nie omdat hy minderjarig is, het Maandag 19 Mei op twee aanklagte van moord in die Bredasdorp-landdroshof verskyn.

Die broers is Vrydag 16 Mei in hegtenis geneem weens die moord op Hannes Prince (65) en Zanie Vaaltyn, wat binne 150 m van mekaar vermoor is. Volgens een bron het ’n CV wat Prince by een van sy aanvallers gegryp het en ’n ooggetuie se verklaring gehelp sodat die verdagtes kort ná die aanval in hegtenis geneem is.

Lt.kol. Anneke Durand, die Bredasdorp-polisie se stasiebevelvoerder, het bevestig dat ’n derde steekvoorval omstreeks 18:40 Vrydag 16 Mei aangemeld is. Volgens Durand het die slagoffer saam met vriende geloop toe hulle deur twee onbekende mans genader is. “ ’n Woordewisseling het ontstaan en een jong man is in die rug gesteek. Hy het een steekwond opgedoen,” het sy gesê. ’n Saak van aanranding met die doel om ernstig te beseer word ondersoek, maar geen verdagtes is nog in hegtenis geneem nie. Die moontlikheid dat die twee broers ook vir hierdie aanval verantwoordelik is, word ondersoek.

Die moorde het die gemeenskap diep

geskok en vir hul kinders se veiligheid laat vrees.

Hanna Botha, ’n familielid van Vaaltyn, sê die manier hoe hy vermoor is, is skokkend. Sy vertel mense in die omgewing het vertel dat Zanie vermoedelik eers met sy aanvallers gestoei het en moontlik ook met bak-stene aangerand is.

“Hulle sê die twee het hom gesteek, weggeloop en omgedraai om hom weer te gaan steek. Zanie het in Skoolstraat inmekaargesak en hulp gevra. Hy het vir hulle sy naam gesê, maar kort daarna gesterf,” het Hanna snikkend vertel.

Lana O’Neill van Heavenly Promise Safehouse, wat skuiling aan die slagoffers van gesinsgeweld en seksuele misdade bied, het gesê die wreedheid dui moontlik daarop dat die verdagtes onder die invloed van dwelms was. “Geen normale mens sal mense net so wild en wakker begin steek nie. Indien dwelms wel betrokke was, sal daadwerklik ingetree moet word. Hoekom het die gemeenskap nie saamgestaan om die stekery stop te sit nie? Ons het vrywilligers uit die gemeenskap nodig wat sal help om die strate te beveilig,” het sy gesê.

Die raadsheer Dirk Jantjies, die wykraadslid vir wyk 2, waar die aanvalle gebeur het, het ook ’n dringende beroep op die gemeenskap gedoen om by die stryd teen misdaad betrokke te raak deur by buurtwagte aan te sluit. “Ons as raadslede het besluit om met die polisie te vergader om te kyk wat ons kan doen om dit aan te spreek,” het hy bygevoeg. Die saak teen die twee broers is vir verdere ondersoek tot 2 Junie uitgestel.

What are your rights?

How liable is an owner for damage caused by animals?

One has often read about owners being held liable for a dog attack on a person, but what about an animal on the road which ends up causing an accident? Can the owner be held liable for the resulting damage?

To hold an owner liable for the actions of his domesticated animal, our law provides for a very specific action that can be instituted against an owner to claim compensation for damage or harm suffered as a result of the conduct of the owner’s domesticated animal, namely the actio de pauperie. The action implies a responsibility on the owners of a domesticated animal to exercise a duty of care and due diligence in controlling their animals, which includes taking reasonable steps to ensure that their animals do not escape or wander from their secured area or are a danger to others.

For such a claim to be successful, the following must be proven:

• The person you are claiming from must be the owner of the animal in question.

The damage or injury suffered was a direct result of the animal’s conduct.

• The animal in question was domesticated.

•Defence: The animal acted contra naturam sui generis, meaning contrary to the general nature of domesticated animals. It is important to note that if the animal caused harm because it is frightened, in pain or provoked then it has not acted contra naturam sui generis.

Attacks by pets such as dogs are the first to come to mind when considering damages

caused by domesticated animals.

The High Court of South Africa (Free State Division) in Ralikonyana v De Villiers and Another (4633/2021) [2024] ZAFSHC 3, recently delivered judgment on a matter in which a calf had escaped and wandered into the road, resulting in a collision with a motor vehicle driving on the N8. The court found that the defendant, as the owner of the calf, was expected to take precautionary steps to prevent his cattle from straying onto a public road. Although the kraal in which the calf was kept had been fenced, the court found that the fencing was not in good condition resulting in the calf escaping. The court concluded that the owner of the calf was liable to pay damages suffered by the driver. For more, visit our website at: www.vorsteyn. co.za or make an obligation free consultation with us at 028-3130033.

Vorster & Steyn Attorneys is a proud group member of the Phatshoane Henney Legal Group- South Africa’s largest group of legal practitioners.

Deveney: saak na hoë hof

Bianca du Plessis

Die tienerseun wat van Deveney Nel se grusame moord in Augustus 2024 aangekla word, se volgende hofverskyning sal volgende maand in die Wes-Kaapse hooggeregshof wees.

“Die direkteur van Openbare Vervolging, advokaat Nicolette Bell, het beslis dat die saak in die hooggeregshof aangehoor sal word. Die saak is uitge–stel tot 25 Junie wanneer die hofdatum aangekondig sal word,” het Eric Ntabazalila, die Nasionale Vervolgingsgesag se provinsiale woordvoerder, Maandag aan Hermanus Times bevestig.

Die beskuldigde word ingevolge die Kinderwet aangekla aangesien hy minderjarig was toe hy na bewering die moord gepleeg het en in hegtenis geneem is, en mag dus ingevolge dié wet nie geïdentifiseer word nie, hoewel hy in April vanjaar 18 geword het.

Hy was 17 jaar oud toe hy op 16 Augustus in hegtenis geneem is – ure nadat hy ’n roudiens vir die 16-jarige Deveney, wat tot die personeel en leerders van die Hoërskool Overberg sowel as leerders se ouers beperk was, bygewoon het.

Die roudiens is gehou ’n week nadat Deveney se liggaam die Woensdagaand (7 Augustus) n á ’n uitgebreide soektog op die terrein van die Hoërskool Overberg gevind is. Sy is as vermis aangemeld toe sy nie vir haar rygeleentheid van die skool na haar huis in Grabouw opgedaag het nie.

Die beskuldigde se regsverteenwoor-

diger het in Oktober 2024 ’n aansoek voor die hof gebring om te versoek dat sy kliënt vir sielkundige waarneming gestuur word.

Die tienerseun is aan die einde van Januarie van die plek van veiligheid vir jeugdiges in konflik met die gereg na die Valkenberg-psigiatriese hospitaal oorgeplaas, waar hy ’n maand lank sielkundige waarneming ondergaan het.

Na afloop van die waarneming is be–vind dat hy wel toerekingsvatbaar is en dus geskik is om verhoor te word.

Die NVG het ook bevestig dat die beskuldigde ná sy 18de verjaarsdag na ’n gewone korrektiewe sentrum oorgeplaas sou word.

Myfannwyn Strauss, ’n gemeenskapsaktivis en lid van die ANC-vroueliga en wat die saak sedert die beskuldigde se eerste hofverskyning op 19 Augustus 2024 bygewoon het, sê die feit dat die saak na die hooggeregshof oorgeplaas word, gee vir die gemeenskap gemoedsrus dat geregtigheid vir die 16-jarige moordslagoffer sal geskied.

“Die gemeenskap se grootste wens is egter dat die verhoor in Caledon sal geskied sodat almal dit kan bywoon, soos met die Joshlin Smith-saak, waar die hooggeregshof in Saldanha gesit het.

“Ons beoog om ’n petisie op te stel om te versoek dat die verhoor in Caledon sal geskied, maar as dit nie kan gebeur nie, sal ons nie toelaat dat dit ons onderkry nie.

“Ons sal ’n plan maak sodat mense dit wel kan bywoon,” het Strauss gesê.

Zanie Vaaltyn (20) is een van die slagoffers van twee broers wat Vrydag 16 Mei na bewering twee moorde gepleeg het.

Blooming spectacular floral crown

South Africa has been crowned the winner of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show for the second consecutive year, firmly cementing its reputation as a country that continues to bloom on international stages.

Leon Kluge, an acclaimed horticulturist and celebrated landscape artist, was once again at the helm of the team that wowed the judges at the world’s pinnacle floral show with a design inspired by South Africa’s two oceans – the Indian and Atlantic – and their influence on local flora, including fynbos.

Kluge, who also led the winning team in 2024, was assisted by his right-hand man Tristan Woudberg, Chris Lochner from the Grootbos Florilegium, Bulelani Bashe from the Grootbos Foundation, well-known gardening TV-show host Tanya Visser and several others.

This year’s gold winning floral display featured 25 000 stems of blooms, including blue Streptocarpus (an indigenous relative of the African violet) and the iconic disa orchid as well as Christmas bells and flame lilies.

The west coast of South Africa was the Atlantic side of the display, featuring colourful geophytes and bright flowers, while the opposite side showcased a lush collection of sub-tropical plants found along the east coast. The display also featured a flowing river, mountain cliffs dotted with indigenous plants and multiple waterfalls.

“The Storms River mouth located on the border of the Western and Eastern Cape inspired the construction of the rivine with its dramatic living cliffs. To portray the amber-coloured water of the Cape mountain streams, hundreds of Rooibos tea bags were soaked in the water to give it a typically South African flavour,” Kluge revealed.

“We would like to thank all our sponsors, including the Grootbos foundation, Hazendal Wine Estate and Southern Sun for their generous support for this

display. Thank you to all the farmers and farmworkers that have contributed to this achievement. We celebrate this gold together and may it encourage us to protect and conserve our beautiful natural heritage!”

Overstrand Executive Mayor Archie Klaas congratulated the team and proudly confirmed that a life-sized replica of this year’s gold-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show display will once again be recreated in Stanford so that residents of the Overberg as well as visitors to the region can view and experience this beautiful floral exhibition.

Last year, thousands of visitors flocked to Stanford to view the replica of the design that had won three of the most

prestigious awards at the 2024 Chelsea Flower Show in London, when it was displayed for approximately three weeks, courtesy of Grootbos.

Grootbos Foundation and Grootbos Private Nature Reserve confirmed that it will once again be bringing the recreation of the floral display to Stanford for all locals and visitors to enjoy.

“This is an opportunity for South Africans to revel in the splendour of fynbos through Leon’s magnificent floral display,” read the statement by Grootbos.

Chelsea Flowers in Stanford will take place between 10 and 24 September. Tickets will be sold at a cost of R200 per person via Webtickets or in-store at Pick n Pay.

Onrus peatland and wetland impress Korean visitors

The Overstrand Municipality is gaining momentum – and recognition from around the world – for its Catchment to Coast rehabilitation project.

Thanks to participation in international workshops and summits, the project has drawn global interest, leading to a visit from a group of delegates from South Korea on 22 May. The Environmental Division hosted the group for an educational study tour of the Onrus River catchment. Africa’s chairperson of the Local Governments for Sustainability (ICLEI), Dr Ernita Flynn, Senior Professional Officer: Social-ecological Systems, said counterparts globally have shown a keen

interest in the project, learning a great deal during the visit. “This experience not only helps build valuable partnerships,but also provides motivation and justification for future investment in projects like this.”

The Onrus River Palmiet Peatland gained attention after the severe fires in January 2019 that affected the Overstrand, especially the smouldering areas near the Camphill School. “Later that year, it was also discovered that the Onrus Wetland is also a peatland,” Overstrand Municipal Manager Dean O’Neill stated. “But after many years of degradation, the ecosystem’s resilience had been compromised. As a result, the peatland could no longer play its

key role in reducing floods.”

Ongoing problems such as fires, drought, flooding and erosion have greatly altered the wetland. “Then, during the large flood in September 2023, the weakened areas of palmiet-covered peat couldn’t withstand the force of the floodwaters and large blocks of 10 000-year-old peat washed away, leaving only about a third of the wetland intact. This peat, along with other debris, was carried downstream to Onrus Beach.”

Because peatlands make up just 3% of the earth’s surface, the Onrus Peatland is a rare and valuable ecosystem, as it is also the third oldest in South Africa with a V-valley bottom shape, which in itself is

also rare.

Mayor Archie Klaas said it warmed his heart to meet the South Korean delegates and to see their interest in learning about the Catchment to Coast rehabilitation project. “It’s important for us to understand just how valuable wetlands are,” he said.

“Although the lost peat cannot be replaced, there is still time to rehabilitate the wetland to a functional/desired state. Urgent rehabilitation is needed to stop further degradation

“If we don’t act now, climate change will continue to threaten both this unique ecosystem and the surrounding infrastructure along the Onrus River.”

The team, led by Leon Kluge, proudly displayed the South African flag after winning their second consecutive gold medal at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in the UK.

The colourful display contained more than 25 000 blooms. A replica of this award-winning floral exhibition will once again be recreated in Stanford during September, courtesy of Grootbos Foundation and Grootbos Private Nature Reserve.

Quantum Coach celebrates

Quantum Coachworks was established in Hermanus in 2002 and has been under new ownership since 15 May 2015. It is owner-managed by Org May, who boasts a 35-year track record and experience in the Auto Body Repair and Automotive Paint Business.

"Our vision is to supply a professional and honourable service, adhering to the RMI/SAMBRA ethical codes of conduct. To deliver top quality workmanship of the highest possible levels and standards to ensure our work providers and their customers we serve, ultimately also our customers, receive quality service and repairs from start to finish," he said.

"Our mission is to always stay abreast with the current available technologies in all processes of our operation, including latest repair methods as prescribed

The friendly staff of Quantum Coachworks in Hermanus.

Jongensklip se VLV vier 70 jaar

Mitzi Buys

Wanneer die vroue van die Vrouelandbouvereniging (VLV) ’n teepartytjie reël, doen hulle dit in styl – en as 130 gaste dié partytjie bywoon, word behoorlik gekuier. Dit was juis die geval toe die Jongensklip-tak sy 70ste bestaansjaar in die Rietpoel-saal gevier het. Gaste is met ’n glas vonkelwyn bederf voordat hulle by keurig gedekte tafels met die allerheerlikste eetgoed plaasgeneem het. Wat werklik besonders was, was die feit dat Tannie Miempie Wessels, die enigste oorlewende stigterslid van die Jongenskliptak, die teepartytjie bygewoon het. Tannie Miempie, wat op 6 Junie 93 jaar oud word, het tydens die geleentheid haar 70-jaar-dienskenteken ontvang –wat ’n uitsonderlike prestasie. Onder die gaste teenwoordig was ook dogters van stigterslede. ’n Erelidmaatskapsertifikaat is aan Corrie Fourie, wat jare lank die voorsitter van die Jongensklip-tak was, oorhandig. Verskeie lede van ander takke soos Caledon, Bredasdorp, Kleinmond, Hermanus en Gansbaai het ook die verrigtinge bygewoon. Die bekende Lizel-Mari van Straaten van Lizel-Mari Couture het ’n baie interessante en insiggewende praatjie oor haar werk gelewer. Tinneke Lutzeyer van Komtessa Boutique in Gansbaai het ’n modeparade met ’n verskil aangebied. Modelle het tussen die tafels beweeg en gaste het nie net “ge-oe” en “ge-aa” nie, maar kon die klere van naderby beskou en selfs aan die tekstuur voel. Verskeie stalletjies is opgerig, soos Stonehouse Cheese en Buck and Bean Coffee, waar gaste inligting kon kry en inkopies doen.

Die gaste is in gelukstrekkings met heerlike pryse bederf.

Die Overberg-sirkel se president en lid van die Jongensklip-tak, Elbé

Fourie, sê die opkoms het alle verwagtinge oortref. “Vir my was dit ’n baie besonderse geleentheid – veral omdat Tannie Miempie, ’n stigterslid van die tak, saam met ons kon deel wees van hierdie viering en ook dat van die stigterslede se kinders teenwoordig was. Dit is ’n mylpaal wat nie elke dag bereik word nie.

“Vir ’n plaastak om deur alles te bly bestaan, is baie besonders – veral dat die vroue destyds die geleentheid gesien het om iets te begin om vroue te bemagtig en om vaardighede aan te leer. Dit is steeds die doelwit van die VLV,” sê Elbé.

Elbé noem ook dat heelwat jonger vroue na die geselligheid aan haar genoem het hulle wil graag by die VLV aansluit en dit het haar opgewonde gemaak. “Ons bak en brou en brei en hekel nie net nie en lede hoef nie noodwendig aan die kompetisies deel te neem nie. Ons het altyd interessante temas wat op vergaderings bespreek word of interessante uitstappies wat verrykend is.”

Lede van die Bredasdorp-vrouelandbouvereniging het die Women Walk the World (WWTW) en “Funky tekkies”, wat in Napier gehou is, baie geniet.

Bredasdorp-vroue vrolik

Mitzi Buys

Die Bredasdorp-tak van die Vrouelandbouvereniging (VLV) het Dinsdag 6 Mei ’n interessante en besige dag gehad. Anne-Marie Burger het vir dié dag ’n tak-vergadering, inligtingsessie, Women Walk the World (WWTW) en “Funky tekkies” alles in een by 7 Owls in Napier gereël.

Die lede het die WWTW-uitstappie op Jon Daamen se plaas in perfekte herfsweer geniet. Madie Heyns van Luv4Pets was ook by, asook Pierre Vlok van BKB, wat ’n uitstekende praatjie gelewer het oor wat hy by diere geleer het en wat ’n mens op jou menswees kan toepas.

Letty-Ann Möller, die voorsitter van die Bredasdorp-tak, sê dit was ’n fenomenale ervaring. Twee nuwe lede, Ingrid van Straten van Napier, en Hanlie von Wielligh, voorheen van Loeriesfontein-VLV, het die uitstappie ook baie geniet. Anne-Marie het vroue aangemoedig om by die VLV aan te sluit. “Jy hoef nie eens ’n breipen op te tel nie. Kom net, want dit verryk jou lewe en die feit dat jy met ander vroue kan gesels en op die dieselfde vlak kan wees met menswees, vrouwees, huisvrou … dat jy vergeet van jouself – ’n tydjie wat jy net aan jouself afstaan en maak dat jy ’n beter vrou en ma is.”

Die stigterslid Miempie Wessels sny die koek vir die 70ste bestaansjaar van die Jongensklip-VLV. Langs haar is die Overberg-sirkel-president Elbé Fourie en Corrie Fourie. Foto: Mitzi Buys

Wellness Hub for Kidbrooke

When you walk through the doors of the new Wellness Hub of Kidbrooke Place Retirement Village, you immediately feel at home.

According to Christa Marais, the Care Centre Manager, this hub is designed to provide care and support for residents requiring either frail or memory care, as well as being the nerve centre for the provision of home-based care throughout the Kidbrooke Community.

The new premises mark a significant milestone in Kidbrooke’s commitment to providing holistic, person-directed care for all residents, as the Wellness Hub will also provide services to indepen-

dent-living residents, such as the clinic for primary health care. Also available is a treatment room, should a resident need a space to consult with a specialist medical service provider like physiotherapists or occupational therapists. “The wellness hub is something special and we as staff were also able to provide our input regarding the design of the hub,” she said.

“The therapeutic garden will offer a safe and secure area for residents to wander – and even potter in the raised garden beds for those with green fingers.”

The rooms are tastefully decorated with paintings by former residents and photographs taken by the residents themselves. Even the Kidbrooke logo, the

protea, is affixed to the sliding doors and windows. “The well-designed spaces provide wonderful support for our residents’ well-being, addressing their physical, emotional, and social health needs.”

According to Christa the idea of a wellness hub took hold in 2014. “The Wellness Hub concept began with a revised care strategy in 2014 with more wide-ranging and focused research over the past five years. Kidbrooke’s trustees, management and care staff, together with a team of experienced industry experts, most notably Rob Jones, Karen Brockowich and Kestrel Studios (the architects), have ensured that all aspects of functionality have been addressed.

“Above all, the primary focus has centered around creating a homely environment for the residents, with an emphasis on natural light and comfort.”

Even load shedding cannot affect the operation of the wellness hub. In addition, the building has incorporated both solar power and a generator to ensure no electricity outages, as well as heat-pump technology to reduce energy usage for water heating, and a conservancy tank to collect all rainwater for irrigation purposes.

The Wellness Hub will officially open its doors on 30 May, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by various stakeholders.

Even load shedding cannot affect the operation of the Wellness Hub where a homely environment for the residents who live there has been created, with an emphasis on natural light and comfort.

FYN ARTS FESTIVAL6-16JUNE‘25

FynArts: A brief history

Hermanus has transformed its traditionally-quiet winter months into a vibrant celebration of arts and culture through the Hermanus FynArts Festival, which has rapidly evolved into one of South Africa’s most respected arts events since its founding in June 2013.

Now in its 12th year, the festival has established itself as a beacon for artistic expression in the Western Cape, drawing discerning visitors from across the country and beyond during what was once considered the region’s off-season tourism period. What began as a hybrid event combining elements of an arts festival and a winter school has blossomed into a classic-feel arts festival with a distinctive character.

The inaugural event in 2013 was met with enthusiastic reception, laying the foundation for its continued expansion. Over the past decade, FynArts has transcended its initial conception as a tourism initiative, evolving into a comprehensive celebration that promotes various artistic disciplines including visual arts, music, literature, and performance.

This evolution reflects the festival’s core purpose: enhancing the arts in the Greater Hermanus area while providing meaningful opportunities for both established and emerging artists.

Throughout the year FynArts hosts activities and community-based projects that contribute to the artistic growth of the region. This year-round engagement underscores the organisation’s commitment to

sustained cultural development rather than a single-event approach.

Several key milestones mark the festival’s journey. In 2016, FynArts registered as a non-profit organisation (NPO) and established the FynArts Development Fund, also an NPO. Two years later, in 2018, the organisation expanded its footprint with the opening of the FynArts Gallery, which features rotating exhibitions of work by South African artists, many of whom have participated in festival exhibitions. By 2021, the festival achieved public-benefit organisation (PBO) status, further cementing its role in the community.

The FynArts Gallery has become a cultural landmark, showcasing the depth and diversity of South African artistic talent. Its rotating exhibitions ensure fresh perspectives and continued engagement with the local community and visitors alike. Through its various initiatives FynArts emphasises capacity building and employ-

ment opportunities for youth, particularly through community-based arts projects. These efforts represent a conscious strategy to use the arts as a vehicle for social and economic development in the region.

The FynArts Development Fund, as the sole beneficiary of the festival, plays a crucial role in this community focus. It supports numerous projects throughout the year aimed at promoting and enhancing the arts in underserved communities.

What started as a modest effort to bring arts to a coastal town during its quieter months has blossomed into an institution that shapes the cultural landscape of the entire region year-round.

The festival’s relatively short but rich history demonstrates how thoughtful cultural initiatives become integral parts of a community’s identity and economic vitality. FynArts has become not just an event, but a movement.

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Local AI youth off to Hackathon

Three young learners from Generations School in Hermanus have made the Overstrand region proud by winning the school AI Hackathon and being selected as the only team from the Overstrand to be submitted to the national judging panel of the 2025 IEB-TechWays AI Hackathon.

Learners Liam Knapp and Charlotte Jackson were chosen to represent Generations Hermanus in the Grade 6-8 category with their AI (artificial intelligence) concept aimed at solving youth unemployment in their local community. Their project uses AI to match young people with short-term job opportunities and skills training based on their location and interests. “It’s such a young team and yet they put real thought into how technology could help their community,” said Joanne Brink, founder of TechWays and fellow Hermanus resident. “We were inspired by their energy and the heart behind their solution.”

Charlotte is very excited about this opportunity. “We just wanted to make something that helps other kids like us find ways to earn money,” she explained. “It’s really cool to represent Hermanus at the nationals.”

The IEB-TechWays AI Hackathon involves over 900 learners from more than 60 schools across South Africa. The top entries will be recognised at the National AI Awards, where winning teams will be announced live during a live-streamed national broadcast.

Liam Knapp and Charlotte Jackson were chosen to represent Generations Hermanus with their AI concept, in the Grade 6-8 category, aimed at solving youth unemployment in their local community.

“It’s incredibly exciting to see our learners thinking about real-world challenges and designing meaningful, tech-driven solutions,” said Nikki Malcomess, principal of Generations Hermanus. “This is what future-focused education looks like.”

• TechWays equips South African youth with the digital skills they need to thrive, offering accessible, marketrelevant courses in coding, AI, cybersecurity, and more. More than 10 000 high-school learners have earned certifications through TechWays programmes. It also supports schools through AI training for teachers and admin staff, and runs the national IEB-TechWays AI Hackathon, where learners design AI solutions to real-world challenges.

Dux-leerder trots op haar harde werk

Seguaney Dramat is as Swartberg Primêr se dux-leerder vir 2024 aangewys. Dit was ’n baie trotse oomblik toe die onderwyseres Ledean Noble die balkie, wat eers onlangs ontvang is, aan Seguaney kon gee. Seguaney is tans in graad vyf.

Swartberg-leiers vereer

Die 2025-prefekte van Swartberg Primêr, wat reeds by verlede jaar se diplomaplegtiheid aangekondig is, is verlede Woensdag (21 Mei) by ’n spesiale saalbyeenkoms vereer en het hul prefekte-balkies ontvang.

Kaapse Forum het die balkies geborg.

Die voorsitter van Kaapse Forum, Heindrich Wyngaard, wat self ’n leerder by Swartberg Primêr was, was die gasspreker. Theresa Plaatjies, wat in beheer is van die prefekte en die byeenkoms gelei het, sê: “Ons prefekte-balkies, wat elke jaar aan die skool teruggegee

word, was regtig al in ’n gehawende toestand, dus is ons baie dankbaar vir Kaapse Forum wat die [nuwe] balkies geborg het.” Plaatjies sê die graad 4- tot graad 7-leerders wat die byeenkoms bygewoon het, het oopmond na Wyngaard se motiveringspraatjie geluister. “Hy het sy lewensverhaal met hulle gedeel en dit was regtig goeie motivering – veral met die Junie-eksamen om die draai.” Die Swartberg-prefekte is graad 6- en graad 7-leerders. Die onderwyser Casey Keet en Wyngaard het die balkies aan die trotse prefekte oorhandig.

Swartberg Primêr se 2025-prefekte met hul nuwe prefekte-balkies wat deur Kaapse Forum geborg is. Die onderwyser Casey Keet staan agter in die middel en Kaapse Forum se voorsitter, Heindrich Wyngaard, sit voor in die middel. Foto: Sydney Armoed

Kom lag jou gou flou

Komedie is nodig in ’n mens se lewe – veral in vandag se tye waar nie net geldsake jou druk nie, maar ook waar politieke onbestendigheid aan die orde van die dag is.

Hermanus se Kalfiefees, wat van 1 tot 10 Augustus aangebied word, is vol komedie vir oud en jonk, en glo maar as jy uit die vertoning stap, sal jy sommer ’n huppel in die stap hê.

• Kry vir jou ’n tux, Thomas, geskryf deur Retief Scholtz met Marion Holm en Dean John Smith, sal jou laat skater van die lag. Tessa Slabbert is nie onder ’n kalkoen uitgebroei nie. Sy wéét vanaand se geselligheid en die belaglike “Toekenning vir Lewenslange Bydrae” wat sy kry, is haar smokgevreet van ’n eksman se manier om subtiel te sê haar tyd is verby.

Sý is Slabbert & Slabbert Uitgewers!

Tessa gaan nie opdaag nie. Dit sal hom en sy kriedietkaartkoket Stacy (sy was ’n lieflike assistent totdat sy by Tessa se man begin slaap het) leer om nie met haar te mors nie. Die stotterende Thomas het sy hande vol om Tessa te oortuig om tog maar te gaan – asof dit die belangrikste taak van sy lewe is. Wanneer sy uiteindelik instem – op een voorwaarde – kan hy nie anders as om te doen wat sy vra nie. Baie is op die spel, met baie om oor te lag, maar, vir balans – nes dit maar altyd in die lewe is – ook

Hermanus op die planke.

Dagboek/Diary

WEDNESDAY 28 MAY

heelwat om oor te huil. Maak jou sitplekgordel vas – Tessa en Thomas het dinge om te sê. Die vertoning is op 2 Augustus by Hawston Sekondêr.

• Hans bars die bioborrel, gegrond op die boek van Rudie van Rensburg, met Tiaan Slabbert. Eers was dit Hans steek die rubicon oor, toe Hans gee vir Herklaas horings en nou Hans bars die bioborrel! Huis Madeliefie word deur die staat se vlak-5-inperking in die gesig gestaar. Hans besef teen dié virus groei geen kruid nie, maar die drakoniese reëls van die tehuis se interne bevelsraad kry nie vatplek by Hans en kie nie. Voorts is Hans as leier van dié raad oor die hoof gesien. Altoon Ahlers, ’n befaamde akteur van weleer, neem die leisels. Hans se plan om die inwoners met die verbode vrug se sap aan sy kant te kry, boemerang sleg. Hy sal Ahlers op ’n ander manier moet onttroon... Die vertoning is op 8 Augustus by die NG kerk

• Marion Monroe met Marion Holm – dit is nie ernstig nie; net snaaks Shakespeare het geskryf: “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell just as sweet.” Is Marion Holm steeds Marion Holm, al noem mense haar Nicole Holm? Bly Marion ’n vrou al noem mense haar Meneer? En as Marion soms weg van die verhoog af ’n ander karakter vertolk – is sy dan net ’n leuenaar? Dié alombekende komediant en aktrise het haar terugkeer in die derde seisoen van die kykNet-trefferreeks, Nêrens, Noordkaap in 2024 gemaak. Dit was juis tydens die verfilming van die reeks wat die inspirasie vir haar nuutste eenvrouvertoning aan haar deur kom klop het. “My karakter is redelik vaal. Ek het nie wonderlik gelyk nie. Een van die mans in die tegniese span het my Marion Monroe begin noem. Dit was eintlik so gepas, al is dit tong-in-die-kies gesê,” sê sy. Haar produksie gaan juis oor ’n naam – jou naam! Maak jou naam jou wie jy is? Die vertoning bevat allerlei stories oor die dinge wat jou maak wie jy is. Marion is nie onseker oor haar roeping as komediant nie – sy is daar om mense te laat lag en te laat vergeet van die swaarkry in die lewe. “Ek probeer dit so lig as moonlik hou – ek bly weg van politiek.” Marion Monroe word op 2 Augusts in die munisipale ouditorium opgevoer.

 Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary outside Stanford has a ROARING SPECIAL, offering a 50% discount on entry fees for all educational visits to all South Africans during the month of May. Use this opportunity to learn more about the animals housed at Panthera as well as the topic of ethical tourism. Panthera is open from 10:00 - 15:00 every day, except Tuesdays. Enquiries and bookings: info@pantheraafrica.com or 071 182 8368.

 Stanford Conservation's Annual General Meeting (AGM) is from 17:30 - 18:30 at the Oulap Hall at St Thomas Church. There will be light refreshments after the meeting. Enquiries: 082 380 3830 / chairperson@stanfordconservation.org

FRIDAY 30 MAY

 Walk, run, hop, skip or drive to the Stanford Village Green and enjoy an evening under the stars at the STANFORD SUNSET MARKET

You can enjoy craft beers and wines from the region, tasty food, beautiful plants, live music and much more. It is held from 18:00 - 20:00. The event is weather-dependant as it is held outdoors. Enquiries: Phil Murray on 082 667 0619.

 TOLLIE PARTON - HOOFSEUN by Panorama Wedding Venue, Franskraal. Vir nog inligting skakel Sonja: 071 554 1234 / Chantel: 084 059 0045/ Eagle Security: 028 384 3792.

 How much do you really know about music? Test your knowledge at the Noot vir Noot MUSIC QUIZ at The Boathouse Restaurant in Gansbaai. Entry is free. Enquiries: Charmaine at 084 556 3640.

SATURDAY 31 MAY

 Shop till you drop at the WEEKEND

MARKET from 09:00 - 15:00 at the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden in Betty's Bay on Saturday 31 May and Sunday 1 June.

Enquiries: 072 935 1616.

 Danger Point Lighthouse will OPEN its gates and doors to the public from 10:00 - 14:45 on Saturday 31 May and Sunday 1 June. Entry to the premises is free but climbing to the top of the lighthouse costs R10 for kids between 10 and 17 and R20 for adults. Enquiries: 072 291 5564.

 Vars plaasprodukte insluitend vleis en groente sowel as tuisgebak, afval, 'n teetuin, kindertafel en veel meer by Heidehof-tehuis se jaarlikse WINTERBASAAR van 09:00 by die Caledon NGK-saal. Navrae: 028 214 1755.

 Beautiful art and crafts, tasty food and more at Hawston Community Forum's MARKET DAY from 09:00 - 16:00 at the Sjechinah hall (Jan se saal). Enquiries: Tracey at 082 413 8905.

THURSDAY 5 JUNE

 Make up a team of four for the QUIZ NIGHT from 18:00 at the Kleinmond Golf Club. The entry fee is R100 per player. Enquiries: 028 271 3525.

FRIDAY 6 JUNE

Discover the magic of live performance at the FYNARTS OPENING CONCERT featuring Timothy Moloi, Magdalene Minnaar and Sima Mashazi The program is a celebration of diversity from classical elegance to the energy of jazz, opera, and musical theatre. There’s something for everyone. Experience the brilliance of soloists, the intimacy of ensembles, and the grandeur of orchestras and bands. The concert starts at 18:30 at the Dutch Reformed Church Hermanus. Visit www.hermanusfynarts.co.za for more info.

SATURDAY 7 JUNE

 Shop till you drop for treats, gifts and more at the BETTY'S BAY MARKET from 10:00 - 15:00 in the Crassula Hall. Enquiries: Shameez on 073 199 0896.

Agri-Expo se jongste inisiatief, die Suid-Afrikaanse Preserveerkampioenskap, is by Soetmelksvlei bekendgestel. Bo is Chris Fourie (president van Agri-Expo), Stephanie le Roux, (raadslid van Agri-Expo), dr. Mogale Sebopetsa (hoof van die Wes-Kaapse departement van landbou), Susina Jooste, (hoofbeoordelaar), dr. Ivan Meyer (Wes-Kaapse minister van landbou, ekonomiese ontwikkeling en toerisme) en Adele Johnson (hoofbestuurder van Soetmelksvlei). Foto: Natalie Gabriels Photography

Inlê-inskrywings nou oop

Die inskrywings vir die eerste Suid-Afrikaanse Preserveer-kampioenskap is oop vir vervaardigers en klein ondernemings van oor die land heen en fokus op gepreserveerde vrugte- en groenteprodukte in byna 200 klasse, soos konfyt, marmelade, blatjang, piekels, pesto’s en meer. ’n Kundige beoordelaarspaneel onder leiding van die kulinêre opvoedingspesialis Susina Jooste as hoofbeoordelaar, sal die inskrywings deur middel van ’n “blinde proeproses” beoordeel, gevolg deur ’n onafhanklike oudit. “Hierdie is ’n uitstekende geleentheid vir Suid-Afrikaanse vervaardigers om nasionale erkenning te ontvang, met rolspelers in die bedryf skouers te skuur en die kuns van preserveerwerk te vier,” sê Breyton Milford, hoofbestuurder van Agri-Expo, die organiseerder van die kompetisie. “Ons is danksy ons jare lange ervaring in die aanbied van die Suid-Afrikaanse Suiwelkampioenskap opgewonde om ons verbintenis tot uitnemendheid in landbouverwerking na hierdie kreatiewe en dinamiese sektor uit te brei,” sê Milford.

“Dié nuwe kompetisie sal uitsonderlike produkte vereer en voortdurende verbetering en vernuwing in die preserveerbedryf aanmoedig.”

Hoe om in te skryf: Enige produk wat ingeskryf word, moet beskikbaar wees in sy mark en moet vir die publiek te koop wees, soos in winkels, padstalle of markte. Inskrywings sluit op 25 Junie, met laat inskrywings wat tot 1 Julie aanvaar sal word. Produkte moet op 21 of 22 Julie afgelewer word, en beoordeling begin op 23 Julie by Eensgezind buite Durbanville. Die prysuitdeling is op 6 Augustus. Die inskrywingsfooi is R150 (BTW uitgesluit) per inskrywing, en die laatinskrywingsfooi ná 25 Junie is R250 (BTW uitgesluit) per inskrywing. Om in te skryf, moet deelnemers ’n aanlynvorm voltooi by http://www.sapreservechamps.co.za. Vir meer inligting, stuur e-pos aan charlotte@agriexpo.co.za. Volg @AgriExpo1 op Facebook, X, Instagram en LinkedIn en gesels saam op sosiale media met #AgriExpo #SAPreserveChamps.

Marion Monroe met Marion Holm is by die Kalfiefees te sien, wat van 1 tot 10 Augustus in Hermanus gehou word.

FynArts on nature

Explore nature’s influence at this year’s FynArts, through music, words and creativity.

The following events relate to humankind’s connection with nature, from space and the atmosphere to birds, flowers and landscapes. Each offers a unique perspective on art, science and storytelling, opportunities to reflect on the natural world through fresh lenses.

• Symphony and Science with Philip Southey. An extraordinary musical presentation that includes the unique sounds of cosmological piano improvisation and quantum bagpiping. Southey is not only an accomplished pianist, guitarist and bagpiper, but also a physicist. Date: 13 June at the Municipal Auditorium.

• One Person One Note with Pedro, The MusicMan. Bring your children of any age to a fun (and educational) hour with Pedro Espi-Sanchis to celebrate the musical creativity of the ancestors in an hour of interactive entertainment for the whole family. Date: 15 June at the Municipal Auditorium.

The Madness of Orchids with Margaret

Abbott. “The wild history of orchid madness” is her topic for her third Gardentainment presentation at FynArts. This Victorian obsession drove collectors to undertake expeditions driven by status and eccentricity. You will also visit Hollywood actor Raymond Burr’s lush botanical Garden of the Sleeping Giant in Fiji, a collection of orchids indigenous to the islands. Date: 10 June

• A History of Flowers in Art. Flowers, featured in classical and botanical art since the days of ancient Greece and Egypt, have carried meaning and sparked desire. Kayleen Wrigley, Strauss & Co auction-house art specialist, will show how world trade, passion and economics have long intersected with floral imagery.

Date: 11 June

• Changing Bird Profiles with Anton Ondendal. Altogether 57 bird species have been newly recorded in the Overberg since 2004. These interesting additions alongside the Overberg’s endemics underscore the region’s status as a premier birding destination. Anton will explore the possible explanations for these changes.

Date: 15 June

Share your stories of Betty’s Bay for publication

A group of Betty’s Bay residents aims to produce a visually spectacular coffee-table book about this coastal town, and invites others of the town and visitors to share their stories, photos and memories of the area for possible inclusion in the book. The book is set to be approximately 400 pages and will include photographs, maps, aerial views and botanical drawings. It will cover a range of topics, including the history and geography of the town, local wildlife and plant life, nature reserves and scenic walks, the Harold Porter Botanical Garden, the old whaling station and shipwrecks, the Art Route, the Penguin Colony and Marine Protected Area. Stories of early families who settled in the area and community life as well as different voices will also be included. The book will be bilingual (English and Afrikaans). The project team is making an appeal that all requested material be submitted as soon as possible Please contact a team member: Tim Attwell (attwells@mweb.co.za/082 343 2501);

A group of Betty’s Bay residents are compiling a book about the area. Residents are urged to share their stories and photos of the area with the team.

Carol Clark (bettysbayconservancy@ gmail.com/079 753 0166); Glenda Irvine (gjirvine@iafrica.com/071 383 1690); Lisel Krige (lisel@solidstuff.co.za/082 572 2711); Karon Scholefield (karon.s@ everitt.co.za/082 322 6722) or Skip Krige (skipkrig@mweb.co.za/082 411 3414). The book will be subsidised, and individuals and companies wishing to donate can contact Skip Krige at skipkrig@mweb.co.za or 082 411 3414.

Bergfietstog help ook skool

Grabouw word beskou as een van die beste plekke vir bergfietsry en dis waarom Tru-Cape elke jaar die Weekend Warrior daar aanbied. Dit gaan egter oor meer as net die bergfietsry. Die gebeurtenis, wat oor twee dae strek, samel ook geld in vir die Hoërskool Grabouw. Vanjaar is meer as 390 inskrywings ontvang.

Met dié aantal inskrywings kon TruCape R50 000 aan die skool skenk om tot opvoeding en ontwikkeling in die omgewing by te dra. “Two-A-Day, ons pakhuis in Grabouw, is seker die grootste werkgewer in die omgewing,” het Conrad Fick, bemarkingsdirekteur van Tru-Cape, gesê. “Die Weekend Warrior-MTB-uitdaging is ons manier om nie net terug te ploeg in die omgewing nie, maar ook om geleenthede

Become a friend of FynArts for the love of the arts and other benefits

Become a Friend of FynArts for the love of the Arts, which not only supports the festival, arts and artists, but also provides you with exclusive benefits.

Organisers of the FynArts Festival invite you to become a Friend of FynArts for 2025 by contributing either R750 per couple or R400 for a single membership.

“Your contribution will once again help us bring together a range of artists, presenters, musicians and performers. In this way we can ensure an enriching and stimulating programme for the widest

possible audience. Indirectly you will also support the FynArts Development Fund, the sole beneficiary of the festival. The main objective of the fund and its projects is to promote the arts through education, skills development as well as creating opportunities for aspiring members of the community to showcase their talent and participate in the creative arts economy of greater Hermanus,”said a spokesperson.

By signing up as a Friend you will enjoy the following exclusive benefits: two weeks advance ticket purchases for both the

Old Harbour Sunset Concert and the full festival programme, a reduction on ticket prices for the Old Harbour Sunset Concert. Additional benefits include: an invitation to drinks and canapés to receive the programme booklet and link to book your “early bird” tickets in advance of the general public and a listing on the “Friends page” of the FynArts website.

You will also be part of the supporters committed to celebrating and nurturing the arts through Hermanus FynArts.Visit https://www.hermanusfynarts.co.za/

vir leerders te skep. Die uitdaging is ook ’n ekonomiese inspuiting en gee toerisme ’n hupstoot.”

Die geld gaan volgens die skool aangewend word om ’n ou laboratorium in ’n ontwerpateljee om te skep. So byvoorbeeld is die geld wat in 2022 ingesamel is, gebruik om die skool se dansateljee op te knap. “Ons is een van min skole – seker die enigste in Grabouw – wat op kuns fokus,” sê die skoolhoof, Heroldt Bezuidenhout. Volgens hom neem dit ’n hele dorp om ’n kind groot te maak, maar die dorp het ook ondersteuning nodig. “Tru-Cape vervul ’n belangrike rol in die dorp om geleenthede vir leerders te skep,” het hy gesê.

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Philip Southey is not only an accomplished pianist, guitarist and bagpiper, but also a physicist.

Enter for boerewors competition

If your boerewors game is strong enough to earn you a legendary nickname like Grill Sergeant, Jamie Olivewors, or Braaian Reynolds, Shoprite and Checkers invite you to enter your finest recipe into the 33rd annual Championship Boerewors competition before entries close on 20 June.

South Africa’s 2025 Boerewors Champion will walk away with the grand prize of a brand-new Toyota Fortuner 2.4 GD-6 RB AT valued at R705 800, and the bragging rights of having their winning recipe sold at Shoprite and Checkers stores nationwide. By showcasing the nation’s most authentic and delicious traditional recipes, made with the best quality ingredients, SA's No. 1 Championship Boerewors has firmly established itself as a customer-favourite.

“This competition is a celebration of South Africa – not only the country’s rich food heritage, but also the culture of spending time with friends and family around braai fires. Winning the title of Boerewors Champion, and becoming part of this legacy, was such an honour. All the contestants were treated like royalty, and the experience was unforgettable,” said 2024 Championship Boerewors competition winner, Ruard Briel.

To enter, visit the official Championship Boerewors website.

Dreams, hopes come true

What began as a modest after-school day-care centre has blossomed into a beacon of educational hope for dozens of local children.

Fynbos Academy, on the Langverwacht Farm near Stanford, is now a fully-fledged academic school with 58 learners and seven dedicated teachers. This school has established itself as an institution committed to nurturing potential in children who might otherwise struggle in conventional educational settings. A school spokesperson explained: “Our approach has always been to create a supportive environment where each child can thrive and by maintaining smaller class sizes, we can give personalised attention to learners who come from challenging circumstances and might not flourish in larger classroom settings.”

The academy’s educational philosophy centres on individualised attention. Beyond assisting with daily homework, the school employs professionally qualified educators who provide specialised tuition in literacy and numeracy. This targeted approach aims to unlock each child’s full potential, regardless of their background or learning challenges.

While the academy has already made remarkable strides in primary education, its leadership team has unveiled ambitious plans for expansion. “Our immediate priority is achieving sustainable financial operations,” the spokesperson said. “Once we’ve secured that founda-

tion we aim to expand into a high school over the next five years.”

Perhaps most ambitious is the academy’s long-term goal to offer tertiary education on its premises. This proposed institution will place strong emphasis on technical and agricultural skills development, addressing critical gaps in the local workforce. “We recognise that not every student’s path leads to university,” the school stated. “Many of our learners have tremendous potential in technical and agricultural fields. By eventually offering tertiary education with this focus, we can provide genuine career pathways for our graduates while serving community needs.”

The growth of Fynbos Academy represents more than just educational advancement; it symbolises hope for a com-

munity where educational opportunities have historically been limited. Parents report seeing significant improvements in their children’s academic performance and confidence since enrolling at the academy. The school’s holistic approach to education, addressing both academic needs and personal development, has earned it a growing recognition. As Fynbos Academy works towards financial sustainability and future expansion it continues to demonstrate how targeted educational interventions can transform lives and communities. From humble beginnings as an after-school haven to ambitious plans for comprehensive education through tertiary level, the academy’s journey reflects the power of vision and commitment to educational excellence.

Fynbos Academy on the Langverwacht Farm near Stanford, is now a fully-fledged academic school with 58 learners and seven dedicated teachers.

HolisticWeness

Goodnewsforpeoplewhotypicallymaynothaveaccesstoproperphysicalandmental

healthcareisanewservice,RighttoCare,onethatisneededineverytown,andmost certainlyinthegreaterHermanusarea.

AccordingtoJacobusJordaan,wellnessofficerforRighttoCare,thisfacilityhasbeenactive inHermanussince2013.“WeareaSouthAfricannon-profitorganisationdedicatedto deliveringhealth-caresolutionsandsupportservices,”hesaid,“withastrongfocuson strengtheningpublic-healthsystemsandexpandingaccesstohigh-qualityHIV,TBand generalhealth-careservices,andwe’verecentlylaunchedanewWellnessHubintheheartof HermanusCBD.Thisinitiativeaimstomakewellnessandhealthresourcesmoreaccessible tothelocalcommunity.It’sapeople-firstspacedesignedtosupportbothphysicalandmental health,especiallyforindividualswhomaynottypicallyhaveaccesstosuchservices.”

IntheWesternCapeRighttoCareisfundedbytheWesternCapeDepartmentofHealth (DoH)tosupportitspreventativehealth-careprogrammein ruralcommunities.

Itsmainobjectiveistoraiseawarenesssomorepeopleinthe communitycanbeneﬁtfromthefreeservicesitoﬀers.

Theseinclude:

*GeneralHealthServices:HIVtestingandcounselling,healthscreenings,monitoringof bloodpressure,testingofglucose,condomdistribution(maleandfemale); *Women'sHealthServices:Breastexamination,familyplanning,egoraltablets,injectables; *Men'sHealthServices:MMC(MedicalMaleCircumcision),screeningandreferral.

Furthermore,RighttoCarealso regularlyholdsawarenesscampaignsabouthealth,andon itsFacebookpagetherearealsotipspeoplecanfollowforleadingahealthylifestyle. Theserviceisdeﬁnitelyanassetforanycommunitywhosemembersvaluetheirhealthhighly.

Formoreinformation,visitwww.righttocare.orgorvisitthemat41ChurchStreet, Westcliff,Hermanusorcall0761532348.

THE HOSPICE SHOP HERMANUS will be very grateful for any untwanted clothing, linen, bric-a-brac, furniture, sporting goods or books. Please phone to arrange collections: 028 313 1884/Shop Manager 076 509 3915.

LOST! VERLOOR!

House & car keys lost in the parking area on Dischem side at Whale Coast Mall. If found please contact me. Ek het my huis en karsleutel naby Dischem in die parkeer area by Whale Coast Mall verloor. Indien u dit gevind het, kontak my asseblief. Call/Skakel 082 826 0499.

HEMANUS HIRING We hire out tables, chairs, glasses, crockery, cutlery and linen for functions. Please contact Vivienne 066 590 9246 /Ken 082 420 0060. Email: vandkvanschoor @hermanus.co.za.

ASEMROWENDE

TUINDIENSTE

Snoei & saag van bome. Gras sny, skoonmaak van erwe, rommelverwydering & meubelvervoer.Palmbome snoei. Heining snoei. Geute skoonmaak. Morné 083 225 3712.

I AM A Malawian guy age 36 looking for a job as a painter, gardener, brick layer or beekeeping. I have 7 years working experience with good contactable references. Reference available on request. please call or WhatsApp me Gift on 078 989 9604.

CASH FOR MODERN ADULT & CHILDREN'S clothes, shoes, linen & kitchenware. I also buy in Somerset West, Durbanville & Cape Town once a month. Contact Carol 082 890 5749.

HENNIES ELECTRICAL Repairs on all home appliances! Washing machines, dryers, ovens, fridges, dishwashers. All models, Defy, Bosch, Speed Queen, Samsung, Whirlpool, Smeg and many more! Call us on 084 780 4342

A REMOVAL OF dangerous trees, tree trimming, plot clearance, garden maintenance, garden refuse, refuse removal, firewood. Free quotations & free delivery of firewood. Call Wilson 074 824 2195.

OVERBERG PEST CONTROL cc Fumigation Specialists Including *Beetle COC's and Timber treatments *Domestic/ Commercial/Agricultural/ Pest Control

Registered with Dep Agriculture and SAPCA Phone: 082 563 9514/ 028 316 3100 Email:opc@mweb.co.za Overberg Pest Control Webpage: info@over bergpestcontrol.co.za

I AM Linda a Zimbabwean lady looking for a ful /part-time job as a domestic worker, cleaning, housekeeping, nanny and can do all house related chores. Ready to start working immediately. Can work without supervision. 8 years working experience. Reference available on request. Please call or WhatsApp me on 082 566 0334 or 072 246 0518 .

I AM A South African man looking for full/part-time work in the building industry, houskeeping or domestic. I have 20 years' experience'and my expertise is in floorpainting, waterproofing, gardening, general painting and handyman work. I have lived and worked in Hermanus for the past 27 years. I have references and will appreciate any job opportunity. please contace me Alex on 076 420 5055.

TWO MALAWIAN ladies looking for full/part-time work as domestic workers or carers. Ready to start working immediately. References available on request. Please call or WhatsApp Olivia on 071 811 7449 or Eunice on 063 055 7755.

MALAWIAN LADY looking for part /full-time job as a housekeeper, cleaning, laundry, ironing or looking after children. I love pets and I am very friendly. Ready to start working immediately. 5 years' experience. Reference available on request. Please call me on 064 373 4625.

I AM LOOKING for a full /part-time job as a carer of a male patient. I can care for patients suffering with Parkinsons, Dimentia, Cancer or any disability. I have worked at the Overstrand Care Centre in Hawston. For reference call Siter Zoe on 028 312 3071. I can do private care as well, and I am willing to work nightshift and stay in. 3 years working experience. Please call me on 075 108 7063.

BUFFALO GRASS. Save water, plant indigenous grass. For the best prices, contact Chris 082 568 2592.

IntheEstateoftheLate MARIAFRANCINA PRETORIUS,ID 3012110027085,of 8Sundew Villas,Sandbaai,whodiedat Kleinmond on 20October2024,widow.

MASTER’SREFERENCE:24270/2024

TheFirstandFinalLiquidationandDistribution Accountintheabovementionedestatewillliefor inspectionattheoﬃceoftheMaster,CapeTownand acopythereofattheoﬃceoftheMagistrate, Hermanusforaperiodof21(twentyone)days reckonedasfrom FRIDAY,30MAY2025.

GUTHRIE&THERONATTORNEYS, JPVANROOYENEXECUTOR

77MAINROAD,HERMANUS REF:JVR/jr/VP0466

IntheEstateoftheLate MAGDAMIMROSADE KOCK,ID4507260041082,of128Kidbrooke Place,Onrus,HermanuswhodiedatHermanuson 14August2024,widow.

MASTER’SREFERENCE:18070/2024

GUTHRIE&THERONATTORNEYS, JPVANROOYENEXECUTOR 77MAINROAD,HERMANUS REF:JVR/jr/VD0647

IntheEstateoftheLate MARGARETSIMONICA LAMBTON,Identitynumber:3812150043086of Fynbospark,ChurchStreet,Hermanuswhodiedat Kleinmondon29April2025,widow.

MASTER'SREFERENCE:10516/2025

DebtorsandCreditorsintheaboveEstateare requestedtopaytheirdebtsandlodgetheirclaims withtheundersignedwithinaperiodof30 (THIRTY)daysreckonedasfrom FRIDAY,30MAY2025.

GUTHRIE&THERONATTORNEYS, JPVANROOYENEXECUTOR 77MAINROAD,HERMANUS REF:JVR/jr/VL0305

OVERSTRANDMUNICIPALITY

Applicationsareherebyinvitedfromqualifiedpersonstobeappointedintheundermentionedvacancy:

CHIEFCLERK:METERINGSERVICESKLEINMOND

Directorate: Finance Department: RevenueManagement Referencenumber: WC0324722

BasicSalary: R226800p.a.

EmploymentType: Permanent

PlaceofWork: Kleinmond

Requirements:

•Grade12•NQF5certificatewithaccountingasmajorsubject•ComputerLiteracyinMSOffice•Must beabletowriteandreadintwo(2)ofthethree(3)languagesoftheWesternCape•Five(5)–Eight(8)years’relevant experience(Debtors).

ToviewdetailedadvertisementwithallrelevantinformationfortheabovevacancypleasevisitOverstrand Municipality’swebsiteat:www.overstrand.gov.za

Foranyenquiriesinthisregard,pleasecontactMrs.EStadleron0283138062.

Closingdate:11June2025

DGIO’Neill

MunicipalManager/MunisipaleBestuurder/UmphathiKamasipala P.O.Box/Posbus/IbhokisiyePosi20HERMANUS7200 NoticeNo/Kennisgewingnr/Inomboloyesaziso:96/2025

ProspectivesuppliersmayalsocontactShanell Newman/HanroSeptemberattel.0282143300 ore-mail:shanelldu@twk.gov.za/hanrose@ twk.gov.za toobtaintheelectronicversionofthe detailedadvert.

WHENDRICKS ACTINGMUNICIPALMANAGER

LOSTORDESTROYEDDEED

Noticeisherebygivenintermsofregulation68of theDeedsRegistrationAct,1937,oftheintentionto applyfortheissueofacertiﬁedcopyof DEEDOF TRANSFERNUMBERT30220/2020 (hereby describedthedeed)passedby

1. WALTERJURGENSCHWAR IdentityNumber5702255009181 Unmarried

2. GERHARDHELMUTSCHWAR IdentityNumber5307275018087

Marriedoutofcommunityofproperty

inrespectof ERF4120KLEINMOND,SITUATED INTHEOVERSTRANDMUNICIPALITY, DIVISIONCALEDON,PROVINCEOFTHE WESTERNCAPE,INEXTENT595(FIVE HUNDREDandNINETY-FIVE)SquareMetres, HELDBYDEEDOFTRANSFERT30220/2020.

Allinterestedpartieshavingobjectiontotheissue ofsuchcopyaeherebyrequiredtolodgethesame inwritingwiththeRegistraroftheDeedsat2 RiebeekStreet,CapeTownCityCentr,CapeTown, 8000within2weeksfromdateofpublication.

Applicant, TPAATTORNEYS,SPACESBLD, DOCKROAD,WATERFRONT,Tel:0212016475, Email:tom@tpalaw.co.za

NM10013491-HL280525

IMPORTANT NOTICE

FORM3A-NOTICEOFAPPLICATIONSFORLIQUORLICENCESINTERMSOFSECTION37(1) OFTHEWESTERNCAPELIQUORACT,2008–[REG.10(1)]

NoticeisherebygiventhatthefollowingapplicationsforliquorlicenceshavebeenlodgedwiththeWesternCapeLiquorAuthority(theAuthority)andwiththe designatedliquorofficersattheindicatedSouthAfricanPoliceServiceoffices.Theapplicationsconcernedmay,uptoandincludingthe28thdayfromthedate ofpublicationoftheapplication,uponrequestandfreeofcharge,beinspectedbyanyperson,attheofficesoftheAuthorityorthedesignatedliquorofficer listedhereunder.CopiesofanapplicationcanbeobtainedfromtheAuthorityafterpaymentoftheprescribedfee.Objectionsandrepresentationsmustbelodged inwritingwiththeAuthorityandthedesignatedliquorofficerinaccordancewithsection39oftheAct.

VORM3A-KENNISGEWINGVANAANSOEKEOMDRANKLISENSIESINGEVOLGEARTIKEL37(1) VANDIEWES-KAAPSEDRANKWET,2008–[REG.10(1)]

HiermeewordkennisgegeedatdievolgendeaansoekeomdranklisensiesingedienisbydieWes-KaapseDrankowerheid(dieOwerheid)en]bydieaangewese drankbeamptesbydieaangeduideSuid-AfrikaansePolisiedienskantore.Diebetrokkeaansoekekan,totenmetdie28stedagvanafdiedatumvanpublikasievan dieaansoek,opversoekengratisdeurenigepersoonbesigtigwordbydiekantorevandieOwerheidofdieaangewesedrankbeamptehierondergelys.Afskrifte van’naansoekkanbydieOwerheidverkrywordnabetalingvandievoorgeskrewefooi.Beswareenvertoëmoetooreenkomstigartikel39vandieWetskriftelikby dieOwerheidendieaangewesedrankbeampteingedienword.

IFOMU3A-ISAZISOSOKUFAKWAKWESICELOSEPHEPHAMVUMENGOKWECANDELO37(1) LOMTHETHOWOTYWALAWENTSHONAKOLONIKA-2008–[UMGAQO10(1)]

IsazisosiyanikezelwaukubaezizicelozilandelayozamaphephamvumeotywalazifakiwekwabasemaGunyeniezoTywalaeNtshonaKoloni(abasemaGunyeni) nakumagosaajongenenemibaengotywalakwii-ofisiezixeliweyozeeNkonzozamaPolisaaseMzantsiAfrika.Iziceloekubhekiselelwakuzozingakwazikwiintsuku ezingamashumiamabinianesibhozo(28)ukususelangomhlawokupapashwakwesisicelo,xaeceliwekwayesimahla,ziyekuhlolwanguyenawuphiumntu okwi-OfisiesemaGunyeniokanyeyegosaelijongenenemibaengotywalaelixelweaphangezantsi.IikopizesicelozingafumanekakwabasemaGunyeniemva kwentlawuloemiselweyo.UchasoneengxeloezixhasayoezibhaliweyozingafakwakwabasemaGunyeninakwigosaelijongenenemibaengotywala ngokwecandelo39loMthetho.

No.Fullnameofapplicant Vollenaamvanaansoeker Igamaelipheleleyo lomfaki-sicelo

Nameunderwhich businesswillbe conducted

Addressoftheproposedpremises Adresvandievoorgenomeperseel Idilesiyesakhiwo

Naamwaaronder besigheidbedryf salword Igamaishishinieza kushishinaphantsi kwalo

Kindoflicence appliedfor Tipelisensie waaromaansoek gedoenword Uhlobolwephepha mvumeolucelayo

SouthAfricanPolice Servicesdesignated liquorofficeroffice wheretheapplication hasbeenlodged Suid-Afrikaanse Polisiedienskantoor vandieaangewese drankbeamptewaardie aansoekingedienis i-OfisiyeGosaelijongene nemibaengotywala yeeNkonzozamaPolisa eMzantsiAfrikaapho isicelosifakwekhona

NM10013101-HL280525

ALGEMENEPLAASWERKER

SAAI-ENVEEPLAASINDIECALEDONOMGEWING BENODIGDIEVOLGENDEPERSOON: SKAKEL0825913714

-Geldigebestuurslisensie

-Minstens3jaarplaaservaring -Tansop'nplaasindieOverbergwerksaam -Betroubaarengeendrinkers -Bereidomoortydtewerk

ESTATENOTICE

Intheestateofthelate WESSELJOHANNESVOSLOO

IdentityNumber: 3309125059081 of: 4LEMMERCLOSE, ONRUSRIVER,7201 andsurvivingspouse: MARTHAELIZABETHVOSLOO IdentityNumber: 4911070074087 whoweremarriedincommunityofpropertytoeachother EstateNumber: 16874/2024

TheFirstandFinalLiquidationandDistributionAccountinthe aboveestateshalllieforinspectionforaperiodof21(twenty-one) daysfromthe 30THofMAY2025 intheoﬃceoftheMasterofthe WesternCapeHighCourt, CAPETOWN andintheoﬃceofthe Magistrate HERMANUS. Shouldnoobjectionsagainstthe accountbereceivedbytherelevantMasterintheaboveperiod,the estatewillbedistributedaccordingtotheaccount.

CJBierman

VorsterenSteyn POBox500 HERMANUS 7200

NM10012463-HL280525

Intheestateofthelate CLAUDINESTEPHANIE CARELSE

DateofBirth: 13MARCH1956

IdentityNumber: 5603130202084

of: 1573MANHATTANCLOSE, HAWSTON,7202

EstateNumber: 7147/2025

DateofDeath: 6FEBRUARY2025

DebtorsandCreditorsintheaboveEstateareherebyrequiredto ﬁletheirclaimswithandpaytheirdebtsattheundersigned within30daysofthe30THofMAY2025.

AMJCarelse(Executor)

VorsterenSteyn POBox500,HERMANUS,7200

NM10013000-HL280525

Munisipaliteit •Municipality • uMasipala

TENDERNOTICE

Noticeisherebygiventhatthefollowingtender isadvertisedonTheewaterskloofMunicipality’s websiteatwww.twk.gov.za,E-Tender,CIDBand onthemunicipalnoticeboardsatourofficesin Caledon,Riviersonderend,Genadendal,Greyton, Villiersdorp,Botrivier,TesselaarsdalandGrabouw: ENG02/2025/26: BULKSEWERSERVICESFORTHE GYPSYQUEEN&ERF313 DEVELOPMENTSPHASEB ProspectivesuppliersmayalsocontactShanell Newman/HanroSeptemberattel.(028)2143300 ore-mail: shanelldu@twk.gov.za/hanrose@ twk.gov.za toobtaintheelectronicversionofthe detailedadvert.

WHENDRICKS ACTINGMUNICIPALMANAGER

Location: Hi-QHermanus,Hermanus,SouthAfrica

JobType: Permanent(3-monthprobationperiod)

Salary: Market-related

Hi-QHermanusisseekingaskilledandreliableExhaustand WeldingTechniciantojoinourteamimmediately.Thisposition requireshands-onexperienceandacommitmenttohighqualityworkmanship.

KeyResponsibilities: •Exhaustsystemttingandrepairs •Generalweldingandfabrication

•(Advantageous)Knowledgeofsuspensionsystemsand wheelalignment

RequiredQualiﬁcations&Skills:

advantage

PleaseNote: ApplicationsfromformerHi-QHermanusemployeeswillnot beconsideredforthisposition.

JOBOPPORTUNITYAVAILABLE INSTANFORD: MaintenanceAssistant

Lookingforanindividualwithapositiveattitude andwhotakesinitiative:

•EnglishandAfrikaans

•Maintenanceexperience

•Knowstheirwayaroundaworkshop

•Canworkwithtools

•Driver'slicencerecommended

Sendapplicationsto applications@kleinrivercheese.co.za

Onlyshortlistedcandidateswillbecontactedandhiring isdoneonarollingbasis.

Hiermeewordkennisgegeedatkragtensdie bepalingsvanRegulasie68vandieRegistrasie vanAktesWet1937,ditdievoornemeisom aansoektedoenomgesertiﬁseerdeafskrifvan TransportakteT9716/2015gepasseerdeur LUCASJOHANNESVANDERSCHYFFen JOHANNAMARIADOROTHEAVANDER SCHYFFtengunstevanWERNERGREGOR ROSANTenMARCHANTIADIANEROSANTten aansienvansekereERF2421GRABOUWwat verloregeraakhetofvernietigis.

Allepersonewatteendieuitreikingvansodanige afskrifbeswaarhet,wordhierbyversoekomdit skriftelikintedienbydieRegistrateurvanAkteste 4devloer,InfoDesk,RiebeekStraat2,Foreshore, Kaapstad,binnetweewekenadatumvan publikasiehiervan.

GETEKENteGRABOUWop22MEI2025

NicoWehmeyerProkureurs OrchardStraat21,Grabouw7160 Kontaknommer:NWehmeyer021-8595100

Hiermeewordkennisgegeedatkragtensdie bepalingsvanRegulasie68vandieRegistrasie vanAktesWet1937,ditdievoornemeisom aansoektedoenomgesertiﬁseerdeafskrifvan TransportakteT48912/1995gepasseerdeur NEDCORBANKBEPERKtengunstevan ANDRIESCORNELIUSenLOUISACORNELIUS tenaansienvansekereERF17896STRANDwat verloregeraakhetofvernietigis.

GETEKENteGRABOUWop22Mei2025

NicoWehmeyerProkureurs

OrchardStraat21,Grabouw7160

Kontaknommer:NWehmeyer021-8595100

NM10013386-HL280525

PROVINCIAL NOTICE

OVERBERGDISTRICTMUNICIPALITY: PROPOSEDROADCLOSUREOFAPORTIONOF MINORROAD4077,CALEDON

1.Noticeisherebygiven,intermsofsection3oftheRoadsOrdinance1976(Ordinance19of1976),that itistheintentionoftheWesternCapeMinisterofInfrastructuretocloseaportionoftheexisting publicroadMinorRoad4077situatedintheOverbergDistrictMunicipalityarea.

2.Thelocationandrouteoftheroadportionisindicatedbymeansofanunbrokenbluelinemarked A-BonplanRL.73/4.Acopyofthesaidplanisopenforinspectionduringofficehoursattheoffice oftheOverbergDistrictMunicipality,Bredasdorp.

3.AnyobjectionstotheproposalmustbelodgedinwritingwiththeMunicipalManager,Overberg DistrictMunicipality,26LongStreet,Bredasdorp,7280,onorbefore9July2025

4.Commentsreceivedaftertheclosingdatementionedabovemaybedisregarded.

DR.HMALILA

DIRECTOR-GENERAL PROVINCIALBUILDING WALESTREET CAPETOWN

SCHEDULE

MinorRoad4077,fromDivisionalRoad1293ontheFarm365/14Uitvlugttoapointatthecommon boundaryofFarm251SelderyFonteinandFarm365/10Uitvlugt:adistanceofabout3.2km.

OVERBERGDISTRIKSMUNISIPALITEIT:

VOORGESTELDESLUITINGVAN’NGEDEELTEVAN ONDERGESKIKTEPAD4077,CALEDON

1.Kragtensartikel3vandieOrdonnansieopPaaie,1976(Ordonnansie19van1976)wordhiermee kennisgegeedatdieWes-KaapseMinistervanInfrastruktuurvanvoornemeisom’ngedeelte vandiebestaandeopenbarepad,OndergeskiktePad4077,binnediegebiedvandieOverberg Distriksmunisipaliteitgeleë,tesluit.

2.Dieliggingenroetevandiepadgedeeltewordaangeduideurmiddelvan’nongebrokebloulyn gemerkA-BopplanRL73/4.’nAfskrifvandieplanisgedurendekantoorurebydiekantoorvandie OverbergDistriksmunisipaliteit,Bredasdorp,virinsaebeskikbaar.

3.EnigebeswareteendievoorstelmoetskriftelikbydieMunisipaleBestuurder,Overberg Distriksmunisipaliteit,Langstraat26,Bredasdorp7280,voorofop9Julie2025ingedienword.

4.Kommentaarwatontvangisnádiesluitingsdatumwaarnahierboverwysword,kanbuiterekening gelaatword.

DR.H.MALILA DIREKTEUR-GENERAAL PROVINSIALEGEBOU WAALSTRAAT KAAPSTAD

BYLAE

OndergeskiktePad4077,vanafAfdelingspad1293opdiePlaas365/14Uitvlugttotby’npuntbydie gemeenskaplikegrensvanPlaas251SelderyFonteinenPlaas365/10 Uitvlugt:’nafstandvanongeveer 3.2km.

NM10013592-HL280525

All you Dzire

Wallace du Plessis

Suzuki is on a roll with new product launches and this month it is the turn of their AB sedan segment marker leader, the Dzire, which is India’s best-selling sedan. After 11 years on our market it is getting a new body, new engine, new platform; the new Dzire sub-compact from Suzuki is geared up to obliterate the opposition. Not only is the pricing really sharp, but specification on the GL+ is excellent and, in addition, rear leg room is good and the boot is big for the AB segment of the market.

For the launch we drove a long loop from Rosebank, south of Johannesburg, and back to the Digital Dome at Wits going via

the old women’s prison at Constitution Hill for lunch. A good mix of city traffic and open road. Undoubtedly the Dzire will make an excellent small company car, as the boot just gives one more security for bags and other high-value articles.

This new Dzire is very good looking from all angles, even a little sporty, especially at the back.

The interior has been upgraded and offers all the essential items, even power points and a vent for the rear. Two things I don’t like much are the 7” touchscreen in a housing big enough for a 9” screen and the light upholstery, albeit both highly subjective. Still, a pleasant cabin with comfortable seats and a feeling of space. The GL+ varient has cruise control, reverse camera and a digital airconditioner.

The boot is in fact 100 L bigger than that of the Swift.

This little sedan has the same Z12E three-cylinder turbo mill and gearboxes as the Swift. Suzuki claims a fuel consumption of 4.4 L/100 km, but I think 5 or just above 5 is more realistic. I would say there is adequate power but performance is not that sprightly.

The only issues I found were the very light cream interior upholstery and at altitude the engine is working hard, requiring a lot of gear changing. At the coast this is not an issue.

The Dzire is built in India for the sub-continent and surrounding markets, which means that their tastes in upholstery and specification is not always 100% the same as ours. Unfortunately,

we are such a small market that it is not always possible to supply us with our first choice and as a result we have the very light upholstery for the moment. If sales justify it, a more suitable colour will be supplied for our market.

In the showroom the light interior gives an impression of lightness and space so it may just appeal to private buyers.

The specification of our version differs quite a bit from the Indian home market. Styling is more restrained with less use of chrome for our cars. We get a CVT instead of their AMT, we lose the leather steering wheel, sunroof, 360 camera, wireless charging and get a more basic infotainment system. We still get all the basics with cruise control, automatic climate control with rear AC vents,

Hill climb challenge not to be missed

The off-road community is buzzing with excitement as preparations begin for what promises to be the most challenging hill climb event of the year. Off Road Adventures and Grabow 4x4 have joined forces to present the inaugural Ultimate Hill Climb Challenge 2025, set to take place on 26 July at Grabouw 4x4.

This groundbreaking event will mark the first-ever attempt to conquer Willie’s Poort, a formidable hill that has remained unchallenged until now. Adding to the intensity, the event is scheduled during the rainy season, which organisers say will “intensify the difficulty level by somewhat” and test drivers’ skills to their limits. “We wanted to create something truly challenging that would push both drivers and vehicles to their absolute limits,” the organisers said.

“Willie’s Poort offers the perfect ter-

rain for this inaugural event, which we plan to make an annual fixture in the off-road calendar,” Willie Landman said. He said the meticulously designed course will be divided into marked sections, with participants earning points for completing each section without touching the markers. Speed will also be a crucial factor, with timing playing a significant role in determining the winners.

Competitors will battle across four distinct categories:

• King of the Hill – For those who successfully conquer the hill with the least points lost, in the shortest time, and with the most spectacular driving style;

• Highest point reached – Recognising those who make it furthest up the challenging terrain;

• Shortest time – Celebrating the speed demons of the competition;

• Most spectacular drive – Acknowledging the most impressive and crowd-pleasing performances.

“A special highlight of the event will be the brand rivalry, pitting Jeep against Land Rover, Nissan Patrol, and Toyota Land Cruiser in a battle for off-road supremacy,” Landman said Substantial prizes await the victors. Entry is limited to just 20 vehicles, ensuring an exclusive and well-managed event. The R800 entry fee includes an official Ultimate Hill Climb 2025 T-shirt. You can enter via the Off Road Adventures App or visit www.offroadadventures.co.za.

Safety remains a priority, with a medical team stationed on the hill and mandatory indemnity forms for all participants. The organisers wuld like to thank: Raw 4x4 Suspension Equipment,

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Off road enthusiasts are invited to be part of the inaugural Ultimate Hill Climb Challenge that is going to be held at Grabouw 4x4 on 26 July.

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Rugbypassie werp vrugte

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As rugby in jou are is en jy van jongs af saam met jou ouers jou plaaslike span, Hawston Skrik vir Niks, in wind en weer ondersteun het, kan jy nie anders as om eendag daarvan te droom om vir die Springbokke uit te draf nie.

Dié droom sluip ook al nader vir drie graad 9-leerders van Hawston Sekondêr nadat hulle vir die Boland Dames se o.16span gekies is.

Griffin Marais vertel trots haar hele familie is rugbymal en haar pa het ook al vir Hawston uitgedraf. “My gunstelingspanne is natuurlik die Springbokke en die plaaslike span, Hawston Skrik vir Niks,” vertel dié veelsydige agterspeler.

Sy sê sy kan enige posisie in die agterlyn speel, maar haar gunsteling is senter. As sy oor rugby praat, kom jy gou agter dat haar tuisdorp en sy spelers vir haar ’n inspirasie is. Sy het van kleins af die agtsteman van Hawston Skrik vir Niks, Francois Geduld, dopgehou en hy is iemand na wie sy graag opkyk. “Hy is baie professioneel en is ernstig oor rugby. Hy druk homself ook om die beste te wees en is baie gedissiplineerd – gewis ’n eienskap wat enige sportpersoonlikheid moet hê," sê sy.

Vra jy haar oor wat sy graag wil word as sy klaar is met skool, sê sy sonder om te skroom sy wil ’n onderwyser en ’n professionele rugbyspeler word.

LAAT HAAR NIE ONDERKRY

Griffin is nie iemand wat haar maklik laat onderkry nie en sy volg die leuse “Maak nie saak hoe hard jy val nie; dis die manier hoe jy opstaan”. Sy is ook iemand wat nie daaraan

glo dat jou omstandighede jou moet onderkry nie en sê haar sukses het baie met haar ouers te doen. “Hulle is daardie soort mense wat die lewe vir ons so maklik as moontlik wil maak en ondersteun ons in alles wat ons aanpak,” sê sy. Dié vasberade meisie droom groot en sy glo sy sal eendag vir die Springbok-vroue uitdraf. “Ek gaan hard oefen om dit reg te kry!”

Ciara Scheepers sê sy het

begin rugby speel nie net omdat sy van kleins af liefde vir die sport het nie, maar ook omdat sy van fisieke uitdaging hou. “Rugby leer my dissipline, spanwerk en deursettingsvermoë en dis waarom ek besluit het om rugby te speel.”

Sy kan ook nie wag om Saterdae, as die Springbokke nie speel nie, haar gunsteling-plaaslike rugbyspan, die Blou Bulle, op TV te volg nie en vertel sy is

trots op haar span.

BULLE HAAR GUNSTELING

“Ek bewonder hul vasberadenheid, taktiese spel en die trots waarmee die Springbokke ons land en die Blou Bulle hul provinsie verteenwoordig.”

Sy sê sy speel agtsteman vir haar skool, waar sy op balhantering, ondersteuning en verdediging fokus, en vir die Bolandspan speel sy stut. “Ek is ’n

H’ston-meisies skrik nie

“Ek bewonder hulle vasberadenheid, taktiese spel en die trots waarmee die Springbokke ons land en die Blou Bulle hulle provinsie verteenwoordig.”

sterk skrumspeler en as jy voor speel, is krag en tegniek noodskaaklik."

Danielle Kennedy sê sy het aan baie sportsoorte deelgeneem, maar gevind dat sy die meeste talent in rugby het. “Ek geniet dit baie om rugby te kyk en te speel en sal my span, Hawston Sekondêr, vir niks verruil nie, want as dit nie vir my spanmaats was nie, sou ek nooit in die Boland-span opgeneem geword het nie.” Sy speel gewoonlik slot vir haar skool, maar in die Boland-span speel sy flank. “Ek kyk nogal op na spelers soos Aseza Hele (Blommie) Boland-rugbyspeler, want sy is iemand wat my inspireer en as jy haar storie volg, kom jy agter sy gee nie maklik op nie en sit baie in om suksesvol te wees. My leuses in die lewe is dit wat jy insit, sal jy uitkry.” Net soos Griffin glo sy daaraan om bo jou omstandighede uit te styg en sy wil ook graag ’n Springbok-speler word wat aan die Wêreldbeker kan deelneem. “Enigiets in die lewe is moontlik as jy in jouself glo en nie toelaat dat jou omstandighede jou onderkry nie. Afgesien daarvan om eendag professionele rugby te speel, wil ek ook graag ander leer om rugby te speel.” Volgens Danielle sou sy nie kon bereik wat sy bereik het sonder die hulp van juffrou Celeste en haar man, Anton Esau nie.

Hawston Sekondêr is baie trots op Ciara Scheepers, Griffin Marais en Danielle Kennedy wat vir die o.16-Boland-rugbyspan gekies is.