Eveningpatrol yieldsresults
The Table View Community Policing Forum (CPF) conducted a successful evening patrol on Saturday 28 June with members gathering at Pick n Pay, Sandown at 20:30.
The operation included the police, 10 CPF and Community in Blue (CIB) volunteers, and the Atlantic Seaboard Armed Response (Asar) support team Despite the cold volunteers carried out a thorough and coordinated patrol across several areas
In Parklands West, a suspect was arrested for possession of marijuana, and a separate bag containing tik was recovered during a routine foot patrol The team also stopped at the scene of a motorvehicle accident on Malibongwe Drive to assist those involved
A swift response to a public disturbance near Marine Circle helped defuse a physical altercation outside the sports bar “He’s Not Here” Additionally, patrol members aided an intoxicated individual showing signs of distress, on the suspicion that his drink may have been spiked The situation was escalated for appropriate care
The CPF extended his sincere thanks to all who participated in the patrol and continue to contribute to safer communities
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A THOROUGH, COORDINATED PATROL LEADS TO AN ARREST FOR POSSESSION.
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This is not the first time the Table View and Milnerton areas have been hit hard by flooding Over the past few years residents have reported repeated issues with water pooling along key routes such as Blaauwberg Road, Gie Road and parts of Koeberg Road during winter rains In 2022 and 2023 flash floods in the same neighbourhoods resulted in several properties being damaged and traffic brought to a standstill for hours
“These areas are particularly vulnerable due to their proximity to canals, low-lying topography and the sheer density of urban run-off,” a local community representative pointed out
Efforts have been made in recent years to improve stormwater infrastructure, but high-intensity rains continue to test the system’s capacity Lisa van Rooyen, Table View resident, said: “Water started coming through our garage around 04:00 and within an hour the entire ground floor was soaked This is the third winter in a row we’ve had to lift furniture off the floor It’s exhausting!”
Trevor Michaels, a Milnerton Ridge homeowner, said: “Our street turned into a river overnight The stormwater drains were completely overwhelmed I had to use buckets to stop water from getting into the lounge ”
Priya Naidoo, a small-business owner in Table View, related: “I run a boutique in Blaauwberg Road and the water came in under the door Stock was damaged and we had to close for two days to dry out and clean up ” Mark Jacobs, who lives near Milnerton
. Join the crowd for the Goodwood Fashion and Thrift Bargains Market on from 09:00 to 13:20 at the Goodwood Sports Club (corner of Milton and Alice Streets). Come shop and save big on fashion and home décor without the frills. Drop your pre-loved items in the Garment Donation Bin at the entrance and help someone in need Don’t miss this stylish Saturday For more info, email thegoodwoodmarket@ gmail.com or WhatsApp 064 529 8020
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. Edgemead’s Largest Indoor Secondhand Market will be held at the Edgemead Community Hall, 83 Edgemead Drive from 8:00 to 14:00 Bargains galore . In an effort to raise funds for a young blind woman dealing with the challenges of multi-sclerosis, radio presenter Bonita Blankenberg will be joining other friends for a music concert Bonita and Friends will take place at Heroes Live Brackenfell at the Capegate Decor Centre at 14:00 Doors open at 12:00 tickets range between R100 and R140 and is available at itickets co.za
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. Join the indoor winter market, hosted by the Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre on from 09:00 to 15:00 for a vibrant day of warmth, community and unique finds. Contact Jean on 083 356 0001 or Rosabelle on 081 497 4044 with enquiries.
SUNDAY13JULY
. Join acclaimed organist and pianist Winand Grundling for a captivating evening of music, joined by two outstanding international artists currently residing in Panorama: John Rojas (oboe) and Maria Elizabeth Bezuidenhout (piano, voice, composition) at the Dutch Reformed Church Stellenbosch-Welgelegen, 6 Buitekring Road, Dalsig, Stellenbosch. Tickets cost R150 at the door (cash or card)
WOENSDAG16JULIE
. Die Tygerbergse Tuin- en Blommeklub-byeenkoms vind by die NGK Parow Welgelegen (La Provencestraat 47, Welgelegen) van 9:30 vir 10:00 plaas. Die spreker is Leon Kluge met die tema "A visionary of landscape design and nature’s storyteller". ‘n Blommekunskompetisie in horisontale ontwerp met "layering"-tegniek word aangebied. Bel Beatrix Lambert-Bestbier by 082 873 9864 met navrae
FRIDAY18JULY
. Bloom and Brunch – A Morning of Laughter, Giving & Celebration – is presented in support of Iris House Children’s Hospice The fundraising brunch takes place at Calvin Grove Club from 09:30 to 12:30 The MC for the event is Alan Committee and dress code: Embrace the beauty of Summer Enjoy a morning filled with laughter, delicious food, a Tombola, a live auction, and fabulous giveaways, all in the spirit of giving back. For more information email Sue Van der Linde at sue@ iris-house org
Lagoon, said when the lagoon overflows “it overflows and there’s just nowhere for the water to go Every year it’s the same It’s time for long-term solutions, not just sandbags ” Amelia Brandt from Table View said: “We understand the rains are heavy, but the infrastructure just can’t keep up Drains are blocked, roads are flooded and we’re left dealing with the mess again and again ”
The City urged vigilance and reporting Quintas emphasised that while flooding may appear sudden most incidents resolve relatively quickly once the rain subsides “Flooding of roads usually subsides within less than an hour after the rain has stopped, and our stormwater infrastructure has had the opportunity to deal with the large volumes of water ”
The City’s Transport Information Centre (TIC) was inundated with calls as residents reported flooded roads, blocked drains and minor mudslides across the metro Authorities were asking residents to help by reporting persistent flooding or blockages that do not clear once the rain stops
Residents can report issues via the following channels:
.Phone: 0800 65 64 63;
.Email: transport info@capetown gov za; .SMS: 31373 (please limit messages to 160 characters)
As the rain was expected to resume this week residents were urged to take safety precautions and avoid unnecessary travel Authorities were on high alert and would continue to provide updates as the situation evolved
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.The Durbanville Wine Valley's much-anticipated Taste of Terroir annual red wine showcase will be presented from 17:00 to 20:00 at Loch Lynne Wine Estate outside Durbanville Each ticket includes the opportunity to taste red wines from nine Durbanville producers, live music by Emile Swiegers and three seasonal canapés by Kos Kouture caterers. Book tickets at R300 per person via Quicket
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. Solidariteit Helpende Hand Wes-Kaap bied 'n gholfdag ten bate van studiefondse aan by die Kuilsrivier-gholfklub Vierbal-inskrywings kos R3 500 Stuur ‘n e-pos na Lizé Theron by LizeT@helpendehand.co.za met navrae Bespreek by https://tinyurl. com/ylh84otp
MONDAY18AUGUST
. The South African National Council on Alcoholism and drug dependence (SANCA) will host an in-person Drug Testing Workshop – Testing for Drugs and Alcohol will be held at the Bellville Library from 09:00 to 15:30 This one-day workshop is open to professionals and is especially beneficial for social workers, who can earn CPD points for attending. The fee is R1200 00 To register, please contact Reinette Brand at 021 945 2099 or email bellville@sancawc.co.za.
WEDNESDAY20AUGUST
. Join The South African National Council on Alcoholism and drug dependence (SANCA) on an online Brief Intervention and Basic Counselling Training via Microsoft Teams, taking place over two days on 20 and 21 August 2025, from 09:00 to 15:30 each day This training is ideal for social workers and other professionals in the field, with CPD points available The fee is R1700 00 Contact Reinette Brand on 021 945 2099 or bellville@sancawc.co.za to book.
The operation included the police,10 CPF and Community in Blue volunteers,and the Asar support team.
Some of the CPF and CIB members during the patrol
NewpresidentforTVLionsClub
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The Table View Lions Club recently announced the induction of John Houston as its new club president, ushering in a fresh year of dedicated community service and heartfelt leadership
Former president Freda Dodd extended her warm congratulations to Houston, expressing excitement for the opportunities that lie ahead under his guidance “We are thrilled to step into a new Lions year with John at the helm,” she said “His leadership promises to inspire us all as we continue serving our community with passion and dedication ” Reflecting on the past year, Dodd offered a heartfelt thank you to every Lion and friend who contributed their time and effort “Your passion and service truly make a difference,” she noted Special recognition was also given to the club’s award recipients, whose commitment has been both exemplary and deeply appreciated
The Induction Brunch, held recently to celebrate the new leadership, was a wellsupported event marked by camaraderie and good cheer Freda thanked all attendees for their presence and extended particular gratitude to the Milnerton Lions Club for providing superb catering, which was both delicious and warmly delivered
As the Table View Lions Club embarks on another year, the spirit of service, friendship, and positive impact remains at the heart of its mission “Here’s to another year of making a difference together!” said Dodd, encouraging all members to continue their valuable work in the community
WHATTHEYDO
The Table View Lions Club is part of Lions Clubs International, a global service organisation dedicated to community service and humanitarian projects
Specifically, the Table View Lions Club focuses on serving the local community in and around Table View by addressing various needs such as:
. Supporting education and youth development programmes;
. Assisting people with visual impairments and other disabilities;
. Organising health awareness campaigns and medical outreach;
. Providing aid to vulnerable groups including the elderly and disadvantaged families;
. Environmental conservation initiatives and
. Fundraising for local charities and community projects
Through volunteer efforts, fundraising events and partnerships, the Table View Lions Club aims to make a positive, lasting impact on the wellbeing and quality of life of people in their community
Table View Lions Club’s new president,John Houston
Members and friends of the Table View Lions Club gather in high spirits at the Induction Brunch, celebrating new leadership and ongoing community impact
Award recipients are recognised for their outstanding commitment and service during the recent Induction Brunch
Blow the whistle on misinformation
The City of Cape Town's ethics and forensics department issued a call to residents particularly the youth to help combat fraud, corruption, online misinformation, and scams by reporting suspicious activities to the City’s Fraud Hotline
"Our world is rapidly changing and technological advances bring opportunities and challenges," said the City's Mayco member for finance, Siseko Mbandezi
“One clear trend is the rise in online fake news and fraud, particularly involving scammers who falsely claim to offer City services or who threaten residents with consequences unless they make payments
“We’re also seeing a significant spread of misinformation whether by fraudsters, those with certain agendas, or via AI-generated content and imagery ” Mbandezi further highlighted the danger of information overload
Always pause, assess, and verify before forwarding social media posts Check the source, scrutinise branding and email addresses, and search for individuals mentioned to see whether the information can be substantiated SCAMS
The City continues to face a high number of both in-person and online scams, particularly related to housing, where individuals solicit payments from residents in exchange for placement on the housing waiting list
The City will never request payment to secure a place on the housing waiting list
There have been cases of individuals "selling" City services such as water and electricity,” Mbandezi advised
The City has appealed to the younger, more digitalsavvy generation to lead the fight against scams and misinformation
. Call the City's Fraud Hotline on 0800 32 31 30 or the call centre on 0860 103 089.
Cityapproves ‘unfair’budget
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Despite strong opposition, the Cape Town City Council on Thursday adopted its controversial budget by a majority vote of the ruling party. Proving to be unpopular among ratepayers the budget introduced four fixed charges for sanitation, electricity, water and a new cleaning charge linked to property values that is set to increase most municipal bills to far above the current inflation rate of 7,98%
In his address to the council Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis stated that while the record-breaking R84,1 billion budget asked a little more of those who can afford it it protected basic services for those who can’t afford it
“The budget was largely welcomed by lower income residents, and we’ve also managed to lower increases significantly for middle class residents, in the end building broad support for the b d t th it ”
Novus Media launches news platforms
Novus Media officially launches NovaNews.co.za this week,a comprehensive national news platform featuring contributions from 21 community newspaper editorial teams across South Africa.The digital news hub delivers trusted,in-depth journalism nationwide in both English and Afrikaans,all without paywalls or hidden fees.
The new platform offers users easy access through any web browser, with the option to add an icon to their mobile homepage for instant access to breaking news, community updates, and national and international coverage What makes this platform unique is the hyperlocal content from 21 Novus Media community titles distributed across the Western Cape, Boland, Eastern Cape, Free State and Northern Cape TygerBurger Paarl Post Bloemnuus and PE Express are among these publications.
COMMUNITY VOICE
The community newspaper websites will maintain their commitment to giving a voice to local communities whilst reaching significantly larger audiences with expanded news coverage
“NovaNews.co za is a one-stop
destination for trusted journalism, covering everything from breaking news and hyper local community stories to school updates and sporting events. The platform emphasises its commitment to delivering authentic reliable news that ma ers on both local and national levels,” said Esme Smit, general manager of Novus Media.
“We’re providing news you can rely on—news that is not fake, news that ma ers, close to home and diverse true to our rainbow nation and culture,” said Smit.
Lise Beyers, national digital news editor for Novus Media said she is extremely excited about the launch of this groundbreaking new media platform.
“The unique community voices of our diverse country have for far too long been unheard. There are so many stories which lie hidden in our communities and now NovaNews will give these stories a unique platform, together with keeping our nationwide readers informed about major national and international news. ”
“This groundbreaking digital platform uniquely brings together Novus Media’s community newspapers from across South Africa, creating an unprecedented
media ecosystem that preserves the authentic voice of local communities while seamlessly integrating national and international news coverage delivering both hyperlocal storytelling and global perspective to significantly expanded audiences in a way no other digital media site has achieved.
LAUNCH COMPETITIONS
To celebrate the launch, Novus Media is running two exciting competitions for users who subscribe to the NovaNews newsle er and follow NovaNews on Facebook
In the Search for the Star competition, participants stand to win one of five R4 000 Pick n Pay vouchers or a luxurious twonight stay for two people at The Boardwalk Hotel in Gqeberha valid for six months. Travel costs are for the winner’s own expense
In the “Nou waa is that star competition, several stars will be hidden in reports on the novanews. co za home page If you find a star, click on it and a form will pop up to enable you to subscribe to the NovaNews newsle er Then follow NovaNews on Facebook
The competitions will run
for two weeks across the main NovaNews site
INNOVATION
DIGITAL
The launch represents Novus Media’s commitment to accessible digital journalism through innovative user experience design. The platform allows readers to access trusted news content instantly through their web browsers, with intuitive navigation that seamlessly connects
hyperlocal community stories with national and international coverage With fake news increasingly challenging media credibility, novanews.co za emphasises its dedication to factual, verified reporting that communities can depend upon. . The platform is now live at novanews.co.za, with competition details available on the website and associated social media channels.
Catanco
Gaming newbies and enthusiasts gathered at the Blaauwberg Hotel in Bloubergstrand to partake in the global Catan – Connect the World event on Saturday 28 June
About 60 of South Africa’s most enthusiastic players braved the cold to attend the local leg As part of the global event to play Catan simultaneously, representatives experienced the excitement of playing at the same time as people from 35 nations around the globe Catan (formerly known as The Settlers of Catan) is a popular strategy board game designed by Klaus Teuber and first published in 1995 in Germany It has since become one of the most widely played and influential modern board games in the world
On an extended board made especially for the occasion players had 30 seconds to make lightning-fast decisions Everyone enjoyed game master and current South African champion Jacques van Zyl’s commentary as he carried the afternoon forward It was at the end of the 34th round that Theo Nel reached sweet victory with 18 points Lisa-Marie Bodington took second place and Brett Andersen third place Andersen was South Africa’s reigning Catan champion and represented the county at the world championships in Malta in 2022 A legend in the board gaming scene, it was exciting for participants to play against him
There were people of all ages playing, the youngest a 10-year-old girl and the oldest person in their 50s Proof that board games are fun for all generations Stefan Roets, spokesperson for Solarpop, the event organisers, said: “Catan is one of those games that is easy to explain and play but hard to master, so you can always challenge yourself It’s always a different game every time you play, because people have different styles of approaching things There is that thrilling unknown factor; it’s the same game but it never plays out the same way ”
Rooted in curiosity and adventure, the board game Catan is all about harvesting, negotiating and growing fledgling settlements into thriving communities Catan’s deep story is rooted in values, history, mystery and adventure Guarding nature’s core secrets, it invites virtually
Catan players Kyle Bremer,Kendra Chemaly and Matthew van Rensburg
Cape Town’s most enthusiastic board gamers joined players from 35 countries for a worldwide Catan experience
. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat runs at Theatre on the Bay until Saturday 13 July Tickets from R275 at Webtickets.
.Aladdin runs at the Canal Walk Theatre now until 20 July Tickets R100 to R120 Toddlers under two free on lap Tickets at Webtickets.
Vermaak // Entertainment
cirque clowning vaudeville and spellbinding vocal harmonies. Tickets from R150 to R275 available at Webtickets.
. Juanita du Plessis tree op Donderdag 17 Julie om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell op Kaartjies kos R280 tot R320 by www.heroesbrackenfell.net
. Kismet, a Taare Bollywood Dance adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is at Artscape Theatre on Thursday 17 July at 19:00 (preview), Saturday 19 July at 19:00, and Sunday 20 July at 16:00 Tickets
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Taare, Cape Town’s renowned Bollywood dance troupe, brings Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet to life with a vibrant twist in their latest production, Kismet. This bold adaptation fuses classical storytelling with the colourful energy of Bollywood, promising an unforgettable experience
Kismet will run at the Artscape Opera House from Saturday 19 to Sunday 20 July, with performances at 19:00 and 16:00, respectively
Now in its 13th year, Taare is celebrated for its original productions such as Bollywood Enchanted Anjali in Wonderland, and The Bollywood Bazaar Kismet, their 11th production, is set to be their most extravagant yet, supported by Artscape and featuring a cast of Taare dancers alongside exceptional guest performers.
Audiences can expect expressive storytelling, dynamic choreography and a soundtrack filled with beloved Bollywood hits
“Kismet blends the emotional depth of Shakespeare’s story with the rhythmic soul of Bollywood,” says artistic director Ahneesh Valodia “We wanted to create something that feels both familiar and new—something audiences will carry with them for years to come ”
Reflecting on themes of love, fate, and division, Kismet stays true to the heart of Romeo and Juliet while celebrating the vibrancy and spirit of Indian dance culture
No children under five permitted. . Tickets range from R190 to R250 and are available at Webtickets
Finaliste bekend
Die finaliste vir die hoogaangeskrewe Hubert van der Spuy Nasionale Musiekkompetisie wat onlangs bekendgemaak is, sluit 24 Wes-Kapenaars, onder wie 15 uit die noordelike voorstede, in. Hulle gaan van 30 September tot 4 Oktober aan die eindrondes in die Endlersaal in Stellenbosch deelneem. Die kompetisie in sy 36ste jaar is 'n hoogtepunt vir jong musikante en word deur die Tygerberg-tak van die Suid-Afrikaanse Vereniging vir Musiekonderwysers (Savmo) georganiseer Sedert verlede jaar word die kompetisie in samewerking met die Universiteit Stellenbosch se musiekdepartement aangebied.
Prof Mario Nell sê die departement is verbind tot die ontwikkeling van jong talent en musikale uitnemendheid.
KISMET WILL RUN AT THE ARTSCAPE FROM SATURDAY 19 TO SUNDAY 20 JULY
Kamermusiek in die Endlersaal
Konserte, meesterklasse en nog meer vorm deel van die Stellenbosch Internasionale Kamermusiekfees (SIKMF), wat vanjaar sy 20ste bestaansjaar vier
Nina Schumann, artistieke direkteur, het oudergewoonte die program met ’n interessante afwisseling tussen ou en nuwe musiek saamgestel
Die aandkonserte sal tussen 4 en 13 Julie om 20:00 in die Endlersaal plaasvind. Die fees begin op Donderdag 3 Julie met ’n uitvoering deur ’n spesiale orkes bestaande uit alumni van vorige deelnemers aan die kamermusiekfees. Die program sluit Mahler se grootse “Vyfde Simfonie” sowel as ’n werk van Matthijs van Dijk en Gershwin se "Concerto in F", in. Die dirigent is Jacobus de Jager, wat tans plaaslik en in die buiteland naam maak Ian Watson, die konsertmeester, het aan die heel eerste SIKMF in 2004 deelgeneem en sedertdien in die Verenigde Koninkryk as orkes- en kamermusiekspeler opgang gemaak Leo Gevisser, klaviersolis, is ’n oudstudent van prof Schumann, wat sy opleiding aan die Julliard School of Music in New York voltooi het Die SIKMF-personeelkonserte begin op Vrydag 4 Julie met Max Richter se verbeeldingryke verwerking van Vivaldi se “Vier Seisoene”, met die ongeëwenaarde Daniel Rowland as violis. Die aand eindig met ’n smorgasbord van mode, kunstenaarskap en
feestelike glinstering gegrond op Ravel se "Bolero". Daar word ruim voorsiening gemaak vir diegene met meer klassieke smaak met Beethoven, Strauss, Sjostakowitsj, Brahms en Saint-Saëns op die program. Oor die jare het die SIKMF ook daarna gestreef om ’n verhoog te verskaf vir meer eietydse komponiste Luisteraars kan uitsien na werke van komponiste soos Kapustin, Macky en Widmann, asook die hoog aangeskrewe Olli Mustonen.
Diegene wat in 2019 die SIKMF All Stars-weergawe van AC/DC se "Thunderstruck" beleef het, durf nie die konsert op Donderdag 10 Julie misloop nie Kevin Harris van New York, 'n internasionaal bekende jazz-pianis is die feeskomponis.
Die komposisie wat hy spesiaal vir die kamermusiekfees geskryf het, word op Dinsdag 8 Julie vir die eerste keer uitgevoer "Resonance: A contemporary symphonic reflection through the courageous lens of Steve Biko" is gegrond op skryfwerk van Steve Biko
Met hierdie innoverende komposisie poog Harris om te wys hoe Biko se woorde en dade teen die perspektief van vandag se samelewing reflekteer oor die mate waarin vooruitgang bereik is of nie Hierdie werk verbind uiteenlopende style, met jazz en klassieke musici wat saam optree
Kismet is Taare’s dance adaptation of Romeo and Juliet PHOTO: BIPIN PRAG
Ditchingschoolbagforacause
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KAILIN DANIELS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA
Milnerton Primary School was a hive of excitement and creativity last week as learners ditched their usual backpacks for a colourful array of unusual carriers, from pillow cases and shopping trolleys to pots, baskets and toolboxes for the school’s much-loved “Anything But a Bag” Day
This spirited event marked the grand finale of a successful fundraising campaign in support of Home of Hope, a local non-profit organisation that supports vulnerable children Learners were encouraged to bring R10 or more to take part in the initiative, and the results were nothing short of extraordinary Thanks to the generosity of Milnerton Primary’s families, the school raised an impressive R24 000, doubling the total collected in previous years
The campaign was led by Carla Dukas, Milnerton Primary’s Head of Charity, whose enthusiasm and dedication helped rally the school community
“We wanted to make giving back fun and accessible,” she said
“The learners embraced the challenge with such heart; every trolley, cooler box and kitchen pot that came through the gates today was a symbol of their generosity ”
CREATIONS
The school grounds were filled with laughter and amazement as learners proudly displayed their out-of-the-box creations Teachers, too, joined in on the fun, turning the morning into a joyful celebration of imagination and empathy
A special moment unfolded when Home
of Hope CEO Eleanor Brook and colleague Kayla visited the school to accept the donation in person Touched by the effort and care behind the event, Brook expressed heartfelt thanks: “It’s incredibly moving to see young children and their families giving so generously This support helps us continue our mission to
MELKBOS HOCKEY BOYS LEND A PAW AT FALLEN ANGELS
SCHOOLS DONATE TO FURRY FRIENDS
“Paws up for West Riding Primary!,” Cheryl Lyn said “Thank you to the staff and students for your heartwarming donation of food,blankets, treats and cash. Your kindness is changing lives ”
Cheryl Lyn’d Rescue Organisation recently received two heartwarming donations that left tails wagging and spirits soaring.
The staff of Table View High School generously donated a large supply of dog and cat food,earning heartfelt thanks from the organisation’s founder,Cheryl Lyn,who praised them as“absolute rock stars”for their continued support of animal welfare.Meanwhile,the staff and students of West Riding Primary School went above and beyond with a thoughtful contribution of pet food,cosy blankets, treats and a generous cash donation
“We’re totally blown away by your kindness,”said Cheryl “These donations make a real difference in the lives of our
protect and empower vulnerable children in our care
“Anything But a Bag” Day has grown into more than just a quirky dress-up occasion It’s become a beloved Milnerton Primary tradition that reflects the school’s core values of compassion, creativity and community
Fallen Angels Pet Rescue extended heartfelt thanks to the Melkbosstrand High School 1st team hockey boys,who visited the farm as part of a community project “These amazing kids arrived ready to work and brought along wonderful donations of food and blankets,”said a representative of Fallen Angels “Despite the rainy conditions they gave it their all; and for that we are truly grateful ”Special appreciation was also given to coaches Gerhard le Roux and Petro Pienaar,along with Rache Dahl from the SGB,for organising the visit “We hope to welcome them back in the summer term for some sunshine,dog walks and more tail wags!”
Milnerton Primary learners got creative for a cause during their beloved“Anything But a Bag”Day,raising
DIE STAD KAAPSTAD SE
GOEDGEKEURDE BEGROTING
VIR 2025/26, DIE GOEDGEKEURDE HERSIENING VAN DIE GEÏNTEGREERDE
ONTWIKKELINGSPLAN (GOP), EN GOEDGEKEURDE
WYSIGINGS VIR 2025/26 AAN
DIE GOP VIR 2022-2027, WAT VERANDERINGE AAN
DIE KORPORATIEWE EN MUNISIPALE ENTITEITE SE TELKAARTE EN DIE TELKAART INGEVOLGE OMSENDSKRYWE 88 (C88) INSLUIT
Kennis geskied hiermee ingevolge die Wet op Plaaslike Regering: Munisipale Stelsels Wet 32 van 2000; die Wet op Plaaslike Regering: Munisipale Finansiële Bestuur Wet 56 van 2003, en die Wet op Plaaslike Regering: Munisipale Eiendomsbelasting, Wet 6 van 2004, dat die Stad se goedgekeurde hersiening van die geïntegreerde ontwikkelingsplan (GOP) goedgekeurde wysigings aan die GOP 2022-2027 (wysigings vir 2025/26) waaronder veranderinge aan die korporatiewe en munisipale entiteite se telkaarte én die telkaart ingevolge C88, wat toepaslike kernprestasieaanwysers en prestasiemikpunte vir die munisipaliteit bepaal en hersien en die goedgekeurde begroting vir 2025/26 (wat begrotingsverwante beleide insluit), ter inligting by alle munisipale biblioteke en subraadskantore beskikbaar sal wees
Die dokumente is beskikbaar op die webwerf by www.capetown.gov.za/budget
Die volgende tabel bevat ’n lys plekke waar die goedgekeurde GOP 2022-2027 (wysigings vir 2025/26) en begroting ter inligting beskikbaar sal wees:
Subraadkantore Klik op web1.capetown.gov.za/web1/councilhubonline/ subcouncilmanagers
Alle biblioteke Klik op www.capetown.gov.za/libraries Kaapstad Wandelvlak, Burgersentrum, Hertzog-boulevard, Kaapstad Suid-Skiereiland Munisipale kantore h.v Hoof- en Victoriaweg, Plumstead LW: Inligting wat hier voorsien word, is ’n uittreksel uit die goedgekeurde boek van tariewe, 2025/26 Die tariewe vir die MTREF 2025/26 word met 15% BTW bereken
1 EIENDOMSBELASTING (weergegee as koers in die rand): Die koers in die rand word met die munisipale waardasie van die eiendom vermenigvuldig om die jaarlikse belastingaanslag te bereken, onderworpe aan die vrystellings, verlagings en kortings waarvoor die beleid oor eiendomsbelasting voorsiening maak, en het ’n nulbelastingkoers vir BTW
EIENDOMSKATEGORIEË
1 1 Residensiële eiendomme
1 2 Sake- en kommersiële eiendomme
1 3 Industriële eiendomme
1 4 Mynbou-eiendomme
1 5 Eiendomme wat deur ’n staatsinstelling besit en vir openbare dienste gebruik word
1 6 Diverse eiendomme
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1 7 Onbeboude grond 0 014318
1 8 Landbou-eiendomme 0 001432
1 9 Openbare diensinfrastruktuureiendomme (Die Stad sal geen belasting hef op die eerste 30% van die markwaarde soos op die waardasielys nie )
1 10 Eiendomme in ’n organisasie se besit – sonder winsoogmerk en gebruik as n vroeëkindontwikkelingsfasiliteit
1.11 Eiendomme in ’n organisasie se besit – sonder winsoogmerk en gebruik vir jeugontwikkeling
1 12 Eiendomme in ’n organisasie se besit – sonder winsoogmerk en gebruik as huisvesting vir kwesbare persone
1 13 Eiendomme in ’n organisasie se besit – sonder winsoogmerk en gebruik vir ’n tehuis vir bejaardes
1 14 Eiendomme in ’n organisasie se besit – sonder winsoogmerk en uitsluitlik gebruik vir amateursport
1 15 Eiendomme in besit van n instelling vir maatskaplike behuising of n ander leweringsagent wat by die reguleringsowerheid vir maatskaplike behuising ( SHRA ) geakkrediteer is en wat vir maatskaplike behuising gebruik word
0 001790
R22 001,00 R24 000,00 20%
R24 001,00 R27 000,00 10%
1 25 Met betrekking tot eienaars van residensiële eiendom wat van pensioene afhanklik is, moet die aansoeker minstens 60 jaar oud wees; of indien die eienaar gedurende die jaar 60 word, sal die korting op n pro rata basis toegestaan word vanaf die datum waarop die aansoeker 60 geword het; 1 26 Die Stad het n verlaging van R435 000,00 (Vier honderd vyf en dertig duisend rand) vasgestel wat van toepassing sal wees op eienaars van residensiële eiendomme wat as n primêre woonplek gebruik word en n markwaarde van minder as R7 000 001,00 (Sewe miljoen en een rand) het
2. VERBRUIKSTARIEWE EN -HEFFINGS
Water, sanitasie, elektrisiteit en vasteafvalbestuur word teen 15% BTW belas
2.1 WATER EN SANITASIE
Vyf tariefvlakke word vir die boekjaar 2025/26 aanbeveel. Die goedgekeurde tariewe strook met die geskatte verbruiksvlakke. Met die oog op 2025/26 is stappe gedoen om die tariefstruktuur te stabiliseer en toekomstige skokke en onsekerhede te absorbeer Hervormings aan strukturele tariewe om gebruikers billik en regverdig te hanteer sluit in: die
opwaartse aanpassing om die vaste basiese persentasie vir nie-huishoudelike gebruikers in lyn te bring met dié vir huishoudelike gebruikers ’n aanpassing in die veranderlike
huishoudelike en nie-huishoudelike kliënte te bereken Daarbenewens is tariewe vir trap 3 en 4 opwaarts aangepas om praktyke vir waterbesparing en -doeltreffendheid verder aan te moedig Die verandering in die tariefstruktuur beteken dat individuele kliënte se water- en sanitasierekeninge verskillend beïnvloed sal word Die hooffaktore wat dié invloed sal bepaal, sluit in die huidige metergrootte, die vlak van verbruik, en die waarde van die
Soortgelyke tendense sal in die tariewe op die onbeperkte waterslimvlak en die waterbeperkingstariewe op vlak 1 2 en 3 ervaar word Beperkingstariewe op die noodvlak sal egter hoër wees aangesien opwaartse aanpassings nodig was om te sorg dat ’n inkomsteneutrale posisie met hierdie volumetriese stel bereik kan word Tariefstygings hou hoofsaaklik verband met die impak van wateraanvullingsplanne om sekerheid van watervoorsiening te bied opknappings en uitbreidings aan afvalwaterbehandelingsaanlegte, die uitbreiding van water- en afvalwaterinfrastruktuur om met verstedeliking- en verdigtingsten-dense te strook, die versekering van basiese dienste vir informele nedersettings en arm huishoudings, die nakoming van voldoeningsvoorwaardes en besoedelingsbeheermaatreëls, watervraagbestuursinisiatiewe, die versekering van behoorlike batebestuur op gepaste vlakke (wat ’n bepaalde klem op die rioolnetwerk en rioolpompstasies insluit) stygings in bedryfskoste die handhawing en versterking van instandhoudingsprogramme en water- en sanitasievoorsiening op gepaste voldoenings- vermoë- vaardigheids- dienslewerings- en responsiwiteitsvlakke Daar moet ook voorsiening gemaak word vir die uitstryking van tariefverhogings sodra die bykomende bedryfskoste vir groot nuwe hulpbronprojekte in werking tree Die goedgekeurde watertariewe op die waterslim- (onbeperkte) vlak vir 2025/26 wat op 1 Julie 2025 in werking sal tree verskyn hier onder:
1 16 Eiendomme in besit van verenigings vir oorlogsveterane, en wat vir die welsyn van oorlogsveterane gebruik word
1 17 Eiendomme wat deur ’n openbarevoordeelorganisasie besit en vir
1 18 Eiendomme wat deur ’n godsdienstige gemeenskap besit en vir aangewese godsdienstige doeleindes gebruik word
1 19 Eiendomme wat vir veelvuldige doeleindes gebruik word per toekenning
1 20 Begraafplase en krematoriums
1 21 Eiendomme in ’n organisasie se besit – sonder winsoogmerk en gebruik vir diereskuilings
1 22 Eiendomme in ’n organisasie se besit – sonder winsoogmerk en gebruik as ’n plaaslike gemeenskapsmuseum
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Kommersieel/industrieel/ departementeel/divers/ skole/opvoedkundige instellings/sportliggame/
1 23 Natuurbewaringsgrond
1.24 Die bruto maandelikse huishoudelike inkomste en kortings vir die boekjaar 2025/26 ten opsigte van eienaars wat vir hulle bestaan op pensioen- of maatskaplike toelaes staatmaak, is soos in die tabel hier
LET WEL: Die direkteur: kommersieel (direktoraat water en sanitasie) kan die persentasies na gelang van die verbruiker aanpas. Dít geld egter nie vir die kategorie volledig huishoudelik nie.
Hooftrekke van wysigings vir water en sanitasie
Verbruikstariewe:
onderskeidelik huishoudelike en nie-huishoudelike kliënte te bereken.
• Aanpassing in die veranderlike (volumetriese) tarief om voorsiening te maak vir die
huishoudelike gebruikers in lyn te bring met dié vir huishoudelike gebruikers.
• Opwaartse aanpassing in veranderlike (volumetriese) tariewe vir trap 3 en 4 om praktyke vir waterbesparing en -doeltreffendheid verder aan te moedig.
• Groter stygings in beperkingstariewe op die noodvlak om te sorg dat ’n inkomsteneutrale posisie met hierdie volumetriese stel bereik kan word.
Diverse tariewe:
• Volle kosteverhaling vir tarief om toevoer by afsluitkraan te stop vertragings as gevolg van kwotasiemetodologie uit te skakel.
• ’n Boete van R5 000 sal gehef word waar peutery/inmenging met die stelsel wat die ongemagtigde afvloei van stormwater in die rioolstelsel veroorsaak. Ander:
tariefbeleid.
• Verandering in metergroottes, wat van geval tot geval op grond van ladingsfaktore beoordeel sal word
• Vir kombinasiemeters sal slegs die groter meter vir die berekening van die vaste
2.2 ELEKTRISITEIT
DEURVOERTARIEWE
Deurvoer vir kliënte met ’n energietekort (alle spannings)
Deurvoerstelselgebruik, medium
Deurvoerstelselgebruik, hoë spanning
Deurvoer vir kliënte met ’n energiesurplus Energie
Residensiële kleinskaalse gekoppelde opwekking (SSEG)
343.66 395.21
Laag –standaard c/kWh 222.87 256.30 Laag
buite spits c/kWh 180.04 207.05 Vraag R/kVA 234.69 269.89
standaard c/kWh 228.78 263.10
buite spits c/kWh 175.63 201.97
spits c/kWh 333.96 384.05
standaard c/kWh 217.08 249.64
Hooftrekke van wysigings
• Residensiële kliënte met ’n koopkragmeter en ’n munisipale eiendomswaardasie van R500 000 of minder kom in aanmerking vir die hulptarief
• Residensiële kliënte met n koopkragmeter en n munisipale eiendomswaardasie van meer as R500 000, maar minder as R1 miljoen, kom in aanmerking vir die huishoudelike tarief
• Alle ander residensiële kliënte sal die tuisgebruikertarief betaal tensy hulle voldoen aan die bykomende kriteria ingevolge die tariefbeleid om die hulptarief te ontvang
• Daar is geen verandering in die toekenning van gratis basiese elektrisiteit nie, buiten vir kliënte wat dit sal verbeur wanneer hulle na die huishoudelike of tuisgebruikertarief oorskuif.
• Alle tariewe is onderworpe aan ’n hervormingsprogram om tariefstrukture uiteindelik meer kosteweerspieëlend te maak. Dít is die eerste jaar van ’n multijaarproses. Die werklike impak van tariefveranderinge sal dus van die
• ’n Aansporingsbetaling word by alle SSEG-invoertariewe ingesluit en sal vir dié tydperk op alle SSEG-kliënte van toepassing wees.
• Beleggingsaansporingstariewe word gestaak Die betrokke kliënte sal met ingang van 1 Julie 2025 na die toepaslike standaardtarief terugkeer
• n Bydrae van 24 08c/kWh tot eiendomsbelasting is ingesluit in die energiekoste vir Klein krag verbruiker 1 en Groot verbruikerkliënte totdat die nodige ondersteuningstelsels gereed en suksesvol getoets is.
• Die Stad beplan om kontrakte met SSEG- en deurvoer-elektrisiteitskliënte aan te gaan om hulle surplusenergie by hulle te koop Hierdie kontrakte sal boekjare waarvoor die MTREF 2025/26 voorsiening maak. Die Stad Kaapstad se ooreenkoms vir surpluselektrisiteit wat met die voorgestelde kliënte aangegaan word, sal in ’n latere stadium geadverteer word.
Die tariewe hier onder berus op n gemiddelde styging van 7 2% wat op 1 Julie 2025 in werking sal tree
Riverglade Retirement Village resident Gay Wheadon was formally recognised by Parklands Neighbourhood Watch (PNW) on Wednesday 25 June for her ongoing efforts to keep her local surroundings clean and litter-free “Gay has been quietly and consistently cleaning-up the area aroundherhomeforyears, and her dedication to our neighbourhood deserves recognition,”said Gary le Roux,PNW chair “We are incredibly grateful for her community spirit ”
Students from the TLC Skills Centre enjoy a special educational outing to the aquarium,a rare moment of wonder and joy for children who have survived unimaginable hardship
GO BOKKE! ’n TygerBurger-leser het hierdie foto van die groot trop Springbokke ’n paar weke gelede in die Kgalagadi Oorgrenspark geneem “Dit het my net weereens laat besef hoe pragtig die springbok is en hoekom dit ons nasionale rugbyspan se embleem is,”skryf sy.Die Springbokke het intussen Saterdag 28 Junie die Barbarian-span in die DHL Kaapstad Stadion geklop. FOTO: CHRISTA ROSSOUW SLICEOFLIFE/LEWENSKIEKIE
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‘Shine’ ook in lewe, nie net by matriekbal
Matriekafskeidseisoen is met ons en as jy 'n ouer is van 'n matrikulant moet jy hare op jou tande het Of die vermoë hê om 'm plan te kan maak om geld in die hande te kry, want dis net geld, geld, geld en geld, watter kant toe jy jou ook al draai
Die klere kos geld, die fotograaf kos geld en daar moet vir "snacks" ook betaal word Ek hoor die ander dag by my vrou ons moet 'n tent en stoele huur; die vrou van die "backdrop" en tafelversierings is "uitgesort"
Shein en Temu het nie "lilac" pakke en Mr Suite Hire se materiaal is nie die regte een nie Ons sal by 'n plek moet uitkom waar hulle pakke sny 'n Ordentlike mannetjie van Asiese herkoms stap ons tegemoet Ek, wat altyd vir 'n mening gevra word waarna nooit geluister word nie, besluit om so 'n tree agter my vrou en laaitie te hou Toe hulle met die ordentlike mannetjie begin praat, plons ek neer in 'n gemaklike rusbank en luister na die gesprek
My vrou haal 'n stukkie "lilac"lappie uit haar handsak "Do you have this colour material?" vra sy "Of cause we have madam," antwoord hy "And how long will it take for the suite to be finished if we decide on you as the tailor?" vra my vrou "About 13 to 14 days, madam," antwoord hy Ek hou die hele petalje dop, want soos ek nou al deur hierdie hele proses geleer het, die "punchline" lê gewoonlik in die prys
"Ok thank you And what will it cost to make the suite for my son?" vra my vrou
"For you, only R5500," sê die ordentlike mannetjie
Ek wens ek het op daardie oomblik regop gestaan dat ek myself in die lang spieël oorkant my kon sien, want ek is seker ek het 'n "lilac"-skynsel gehad
In hierdie stadium is die seun nog pakloos, maar ons glo ons sal dit darem voor Oktober kry Maar hierdie hele petalje het
..GEEOUERSDIESELFDE HOEVEELHEIDAANDAG AANDIELEERDERSSE SKOOLWERKASWATHULLE RONDSKARRELOMSEKER TEMAAKASPOESTERTJIE SKITTERBYDIEBAL?
my aan die dink gesit oor die gekheid van matriekafskeide
Of eerder die druk waaronder ouers en veral leerders is om 'n "statement" te maak by die geselligheid Jaarliks word ons hier by die koerant oorval met mense wat uitsonderlike goed doen om aandag te trek by die matriekbal Matrikulante word afgelaai met helikopters en stootskrapers en met afleweringsvoertuie Die klere lyk asof dit nie onwelkom sal wees op die loopplanke van Parys en Milaan nie
Nou wil ek vra of die skoolpunte ook so blink? Gee ouers dieselfde hoeveelheid aandag aan die leerders se skoolwerk as wat hulle rondskarrel om seker te maak Aspoestertjie skitter by die bal?
In Suid-Afrika is die realiteit dat werk so skaars is dat sou jy ook matriek verwerf, die kans skraal is dat jy ordentlike werk gaan kry Ek wil nie die glans van jongmense se gesellighede verdof nie, maar die gebed van my hart is dat ouers wat nou rondhardloop om hul kinders op te tof, ook agter hulle sal staan wanneer die eindeksamen kom Dra eetgoedjies aan en moedig aan, maar wees ook soms die "bad cop"-ouer wat sê jy kan nog meer doen
Dit sal vir my bitter hartseer wees as my seun met matriekafskeid-foto's in 'n "lilac"-pak spog, maar hy het nie toelating om verder te gaan studeer nie Dit sal nie 'n goeie refleksie op my as ouer wees nie, want al wil ek hê hy moet "shine" by sy matriekbal, asook in die lewe daarbuite -BRENDENRUITER
Goodwood roads crumble in rain
The City of Cape Town's appeal to residents to report potholes arrived as the winter rains set in, so Goodwoods' horrific state of roads worsened
Admittedly a small number of minor potholes were fixed - in a host of variations, but worse followed
The City embarked on angle grinding large areas around potholes, then disting out all the tar, etc within the cut area Depths ranged from 19 to 37 cm No cones were placed around the area, so motorists’ fate was sealed
However, in Vasco at an extremely busy
four-way stop, an area (1 7M x 1 2m) at one stop street has resulted in the gravel degenerating into two holes about 7mm deep
Motorists use the one half of the road to avoid the holes From all four sides! This has been ongoing for over a month These cut-out areas have continued, the latest in Murray Street, until 23 Junenotwithstanding the danger it poses like all others but damage to vehicles Winter madness, replica of township streets, or just residents' lot?
D. BEELDERS, Vasco
Home Affairs launch disappoints
Home Affairs Tygervalley Mall - I was so pleased to see the announcement for this government department to be located in a safe environment, close to where I live Unfortunately it is very disappointing Firstly, you can only apply for a passport online The form keeps hanging so you cancel it
Why doesn’t
and retry Still no details are displayed but it says it has been submitted Then you try to book an appointment There are no slots available, and the advice given is ‘‘get up at midnight and try then’’ They do not entertain walk-ins even though it is not busy Completely pointless
SANDRA KUZMA, Online submission
Strandfontein have more neighbourhood watches?
It seems like people are resting on their laurels because the crime stats says that Strandfontein precinct does not have a crime problem but word on the street is different to the stats
I have had several of my neighbours tell me that they have been mugged or robbed one even at gunpoint, so are the stats accurate?
Even if they are, this is actually besides the point since the muggings, robberies and burglaries are a reality for Villagers
My friend lives in Rondebosch and she was surprised to hear that Strandfontein does not have more neighbourhood watches
She said that where she lives, the
private security companies and neighbourhood watches work together
This should be a reality in our area too
I pay a fortune of private security and I frequently see some of their vans parking along Spine Road so why can they not patrol more and be another set of eyes and ears for the community like the residents in other more affluent areas have challenged them to do
There is so many vagabonds loitering around Strandfontein
Surely they report what they see to the narcotic forces in the area Why can't the forces for good do the same?
VIOLET, Strandfontein
Daadwerklike aksie gevra met infrastruktuur
Ek skryf hierdie brief as 'n ontstelde inwoner en motoris wat gereeld in en rondom die Blue Downs-omgewing moet ry Wat ek Vrydag, aan die einde van die maand, op Hindle-weg ervaar het, was niks minder as frustrerend en uitputtend nie Ek het meer as 'n uur in die verkeer vasgesit net om verby Blue Downs Corner-sentrum te kom en uiteindelik huis toe te gaan Dit is nie net ongerieflik nie; dit is onaanvaarbaar My vraag is eenvoudig: Hoekom word daar nie beter voorsiening gemaak vir die verkeer wat duidelik net gaan aanhou toeneem nie? Dit is mos geen geheim dat daar deesdae meer winkels en kitskosrestaurante in die area opgerig word nie Maar tog lyk dit asof infrastruktuur die laaste oorweging is Die paaie rondom die sentrum, veral Hindle-weg, is smal en oorvol, met min of geen ruimte vir bykomende vloei van verkeer nie Kan daar dan nie ten minste 'n ekstra ingang of uitgang by die sentrum oorweeg word nie?
Ek verstaan dat dit die einde van die maand was en dat winkels gewoonlik dan oorvol is, maar is dit nie juis 'n rede waarom daar beter beplanning moet wees nie? Ons kan mos nie elke maand dieselfde scenario herhaal sonder om iets daaraan te doen nie Dit is uitputtend om vir ure in verkeer vas te sit veral ná 'n lang werksdag Wat my verder bekommer, is die groter prentjie Met ontwikkeling soos die beplande GrandWest-sentrum wat binnekort kom, kan ons maar weet dat Jakes Gerwel-rylaan se verkeer nóg slegter gaan word Dit is nou al 'n nagmerrie om daar te ry My vraag aan ontwikkelaars en stadsbeplanners is eenvoudig: Word daar ooit aan verkeer gedink wanneer sulke projekte goedgekeur word? Of is dit maar net 'n geval van “bou nou, worry later”?
Ons is moeg daarvoor dat Kaapstad se ontwikkelings nie gepaard gaan met behoorlike infrastruktuurbeplanning nie Stad Kaapstad kan nie net ekonomiese groei nastreef sonder om te dink aan die impak op inwoners se daaglikse lewe nie Verkeer kan nie altyd net 'n “ons sal sien”-probleem wees nie dit vra proaktiewe, langtermyn oplossings
Ons vra dat die betrokke owerhede ernstig aandag gee aan die verkeersdruk in die Blue Downs-omgewing en dat daar dringend beplan word vir beter toegangsroetes, padverbreding en alternatiewe oplossings ALET, Eersterivier
BRIEWE
WAT DIE HART VAN VOL IS
GEREGISTREERDE VERPLEEGKUNDIGE ADVERTENSIE
– VAKANTE POS
Aansoeke vir hierdie betrekking word afgewag
Die aangewese kandidaat moet oor die volgende beskik:
* Goeie kennis van bejaardes en persone met gestremdhede se fisiese, psigiese en liggaamlike gesondheidstoestande en die benadering daarvan.
* Sterk leierseienskappe.
* Kennis en toepassing van geskeduleerde medikasie en kontrole daaroor
* Geregistreer by SARV as Professionele Verpleegkundige.
Die kandidaat sal verantwoordelik wees vir die volgende:
* Toepassing van en bestuur oor kwaliteit mediese dienste en versorging aan bejaardes en gestremde
PSYCHIC
SPARKS FLY AT STRANDFONTEIN
Somila Mbawula of Cape Town Spurs battles for possession with Raul Barnes of R2TC during the Bayview u-16 Youth Cup tournament at Strandfontein Sports Field on Sunday 29 June Spurs won the match 3-1.More games will be played in the coming days,depending on the weather,with finals taking place on Saturday 16 August at the Athlone Stadium.
Localfootballertells ofhistouroftheUS
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RICHARD ROBERTS@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA
Alocal Edgemead football star recently returned from the United States of America where he competed in the 2025 Dallas Cup in Texas Liam Solomons, a learner at Edgemead High School, represented Table View Football Club in the u-15 division during the tournament.
TygerBurger wrote about the young football player earlier this year, before the USA trip Then, proud father William explained, his boy had been passionate about soccer from the age of 4, starting out by attending skills academies At age 9 years he began playing club soccer at Edgemead Football Club (FC), where he developed his skills and love for the sport, and after some time he played for several clubs before returning to Edgemead FC, where he continued to grow and excel
William said his son had a great experience in the USA
“The first week the boys were hosted by a soccer school in Austin, where they had access to amazing facilities – fields, gym, spa, recovery rooms, everything they needed They played three warm-up games, won two and drew one
“They then headed back to Dallas for the tournament, where they stayed with their home-stay families for the rest of
PHOTO: THULANI MAGAZI
Liam Solomons shortly before he left South Africa to go and compete in the US Liam Solomons (centre) during one of the matches in the US