Hermanus Times - E-edition-11 February 2026

Floods...

First fire and now floods... that’s what Overberg residents had to endure at the beginning of this year.

On Sunday evening a level-4 weather warning was issued and on Monday the storm warning remained active. “Residents are advised that the South African Weather Service has issued weather warnings for the Overberg Municipal area, relating to severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall over the next two days.”

On Monday the Overstrand Municipality (OM) received more than 350 emergency calls as heavy rainfall overwhelmed stormwater systems across multiple wards. “The OM is maintaining

round-the-clock emergency operations as flooding continues to impact communities across the region,” OM Municipal Manager Dean O’ Neill said, “with response teams distributing more than 1 000 sandbags and fielding hundreds of calls for assistance following heavy rainfall.”

After a demanding day of emergency response work Overstrand Mayor Archie Klaas visited the Joint Operations Centre (JOC) to motivate officials. He said the JOC would remain fully operational as more rain is forecast. He also assured residents that the response teams remained deployed and were closely monitoring conditions as assessments and response operations continued.

In Stanford the bridge was under close surveillance, with water from outer catch-

ment areas expected to flow down the mountain on Tuesday, potentially exacerbating existing flood conditions.

The Gansbaai and Stanford areas experienced the most severe impact, with heavy rainfall causing flooding at several homes and businesses. Rainfall estimates ranged between 90 and 110 ml, although these figures awaited verification.

“Most localised flooding has since subsided,” O’Neill said, “indicating stormwater infrastructure was overwhelmed by the sheer volume of rainfall rather than being blocked by debris. Maintenance teams continue clearing roads and catchpits, with crews remaining on standby overnight.”

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According to O’Neill the main areas of concern remain Fisherhaven, Hawston and the low-lying informal settlement of Zwelihle. “Hawston has experienced widespread damage to households and infrastructure, including damage to the main water pipeline caused by flood waters.”

In the Kleinmond area calls for assistance decreased on Monday evening, though response teams remained on high alert due to continued risk of mudslides and water flow from the mountain.

THEEWATERSKLOOF MUNICIPALITY

More than 185 mm of rain was measured at some locations in the Theewaterskloof municipal area, which also led to flooding. Botrivier was probably the hardest hit by the floods, and Theewaterskloof Municipality was widely criticised for the condition of the stormwater pipes and roads. In a video on social media one can see how some of the shops and houses in Botrivier are flooded. “Yes, in this video you can see the hopelessly incompetent Theewaterskloof Municipality,” commented one resident on a Facebook page. “The Railway Station, Laurenbosch, Bot River Lodge and Manny’s get flooded. And why? Because the roads in Bot River are in a dismal condition, with zero town planning or rather say lack of engineering and common sense. People and Transnet should start suing TWK. The entity that did the roads has zero competency. The rain is not the the excuse; this happens year after year in winter, and if you ask TWK to help they will say it’s Transnet property. Now who’s at fault here?”

Another reader noted Theewaterskloof Mayor was “missing in action”. “If you look at Hermanus you see how the Mayor is involved,” she said, “but we don’t hear anything from our Mayor, nor do the councillors support their residents.”

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But like any other national disaster residents and municipal workers went the extra mile to lighten the burden. The manager of Herberg on See Home for the Elderly, Lynette Andrews thanked all who responded to the facility’s call for help on Monday. She said: “Your swift action, generosity and solidarity reminded us once again of the strength and compassion that defines our community. The donation of sandbags, tireless support from neighbours, family, friends and the rapid intervention of the Overstrand Municipality, Fire Department and Disaster Management team from Hermanus made an immeasurable difference in safeguarding our residents and staff. We are deeply moved by the way you rallied together in our time of need.”

In a video circulating on social media someone can be seen “street surfing” the streets of Fisherhaven. “The video made me smile during these difficult times,” someone commented.

ROADS

At the time of going to press the Klein River was rising, but according to O’Neill at a “normal” water level, with water flowing under the bridge. Other problems in the area were the empty Hawston reservoir, which did not fill up during the night as anticipated, and water tankers are being dispatched where affected households could collect water.

Confirmed road closures:

• Uitsig – Caledon (Low Bridge);

• Hemel-en-aarde Road – Between Caledon and Hermanus;

• Boontjieskraal Road that connects to the R43;

• Karwyderskraal Road

Sir Lowry’s Pass and the Botrivier Bridge on the N2 remains open, but motorists are asked to be extra vigilant due to rising water levels. Provincial Traffic officials are on site monitoring conditions.

Motorists are warned against fake news

Dr Rabie could be back

A great honour fell upon the former mayor when she was named mayoral candidate for the Overberg Municipality.

Although she controversially resigned from her position as Overstrand mayor, Dr Annelie Rabie achieved many successes during her time in office.

Dr Rabie’s term as Executive Mayor from January 2022 to April 2025 was characterised by excellence across multiple sectors, establishing Overstrand as a benchmark for municipal performance in South Africa.

Perhaps most notably, Rabie has overseen an unprecedented 12 consecutive clean audits, spanning from the 2020-’21 financial year through to 2023-’24. This remarkable streak of financial transparency and accountability earned her the Salga Women Leadership Excellence Award for clean audits and financial governance in 2022.

The municipality’s commitment to good governance was further recognised when Overstrand was ranked among the top 10 municipalities in South Africa by Good Governance Africa’s 2024 index, with Standard Bank also acknowledging the municipality’s excellence in local governance.

Under Rabie’s leadership, Overstrand has also emerged as a national environmental champion. The municipality claimed the National Arbour City Award in 2022 for excellence in greening efforts, and has consistently maintained Blue Flag status for multiple beaches, including Grotto Beach, Hawston, Kleinmond, and Castle Beach.

The environmental achievements culminated in 2025 when Overstrand secured first place in the Municipal Waste Management Recognition Awards, the Western Cape’s version of the former Greenest Municipality competition. This followed a second-place finish in 2024 and the title of Best Municipality in the Western Cape for waste management in 2023.

Overstrand’s water services have set national standards under Dr Rabie’s stewardship. In 2023, the municipality achieved an extraordinary Blue Drop Score of 99,99%, winning eight Blue Drop Awards and ranking as the best in South Africa for drinking water quality. The municipality secured both first and second place nationally in “Best Performing Water Supply System” out of 958 water supply systems.

Additionally, Overstrand earned joint

going around with road closures at the Bot River Bridge on the N2. These are old reports and should not be shared.

HELP NEEDED

According to the Overstrand Deputy Mayor Elnora Gillion Hawston and Fisherhaven households were severely impacted by heavy rain with many homes flooded and no dry areas remaining. “In light of this residents are urged to assist with donations of warm food, blankets, towels and pet food. The drop-off points are Hawston Thusong Centre and OK Minimarket, Onrus.”

third position in the National Green Drop Programme with an 89% score for wastewater management, and achieved a remarkable No Drop Score of 101%, making it the top performer in non-revenue water management.

“Dr Rabie’s achievements during her tenure as Executive Mayor speak to her exceptional leadership capabilities and commitment to excellence in municipal governance,” noted local government observers. “Her appointment to the district level represents a natural progression for someone who has consistently delivered outstanding results.”

Jan ’26, ’25 crime stats show ups in some, down in others

Hermanus’ overall crime levels in January 2026 are 12,5% less than they were the year before, January 2025, according to the latest police statistics released this week.

“The encouraging downward trend was driven primarily by significant decreases in property-related crimes,” said Col Gustaf Tamboer, “which dropped by 56,7%, and a substantial 50% reduction in trio crimes house robbery, business robbery and vehicle hijacking.

“However, the statistics reveal concerning increases in violent contact crimes, which rose by 7,8% overall. Murder, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, common assault and common robbery all showed upward trends during the reporting period.”

MIXED CRIME CATEGORIES

He said other serious crimes decreased by 14,4%, while crimes heavily dependent on police action fell by 13,9%. Dangerous weapons-related offences dropped by 18,4%, indicating improved enforcement in this area.

“One notable increase was recorded in liquor-related offences, with dealing in liquor without a licence rising by 26,6% compared to January 2025.

“The statistics also showed contact-related crime decreased by 12,5%, though this appears to contrast with the reported increase in contact crimes, suggesting different categorisation methods may apply.”

COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS PAYING OFF

Local authorities attribute the overall positive trend to coordinated crime prevention action plans implemented by law enforcement entities and social organizations across the community.

“This report shows that the action plans to prevent crime of all law entities and social spheres are working,” Tamboer stated. “Well done to every single one involved in the fight against crime.”

The statistics highlight both progress and ongoing challenges in Hermanus’ crime landscape, with property crime showing dramatic improvement while violent crimes remain a persistent concern requiring continued focus from law enforcement and community partners.

The mixed results underscore the complexity of crime reduction efforts and the need for sustained, multi-faceted approaches to address different types of criminal activity affecting the coastal town.

Helderstroom haal nuus

As dit nie oor vervoerprobleme gaan nie, gaan dit oor gevangenes wat mekaar met kookwater toetakel – dit is wat alles by Helderstroom-korrektiewe dienste buite Caledon gebeur.

Singabakho Nxumalo, woordvoerder van die departement korrektiewe dienste het die voorval wat op 1 Februarie plaasgvind het, bevestig. Volgens hom het twee gevangenesse ’n ander met kookwater gegooi.

“Die slagoffer en die vermeende oortreders is na die voorval dadelik deur ’n verpleegster ondersoek wat hulle na Caledon-hospitaal verwys het,” het Nxumalo bevestig.

Hy het verder bevestig dat die twee oortreders aan ’n tugproses ingevolge die Wet op Korrektiewe Dienste onder-

werp word. “As ’n onmiddellike voorsorgmaatreël is alle ketels uit selle verwyder, en ’n omvattende risikobepaling is tans aan die gang om die risiko van soortgelyke voorvalle te verminder en verdere beserings aan gevangenes te voorkom,” aldus Nxumalo.

• Intussen blyk dit die vervoerprobleem by Helderstroom is opgelos.

Volgens dokumente wat deur die departement van korrektiewe dienste uitgestuur is, is die tye van die busse se vertrek van Caledon, Botrivier en Villiersdorp bevestig. “Ons is baie bly die probleem is darem opgelos en nou kan ons en ons kinders betyds by die skole en werk uitkom,” was die woorde van ’n beampte.

Can you back out of a property purchase?

Purchasing property is a major financial and legal commitment. Once an Offer to Purchase (OTP) is signed by both buyer and seller, it becomes a legally binding contract, and withdrawing from the agreement can have serious consequences. However, South African law allows cancellation in certain circumstances.

A buyer may cancel within a five-day cooling-off period under the Consumer Protection Act (CPA), but this applies only to property bought through direct marketing and not to most private or estate agent sales. Many OTPs also contain suspensive conditions, such as obtaining a home loan or selling an existing property. If these conditions are not met within the specified timeframe, the agreement becomes null and void without penalty. Alternatively, the parties may cancel the agreement by mutual written consent, although costs already incurred, such as legal or agent fees, may still be payable.

If a party withdraws without valid legal grounds, it constitutes a breach of contract. A buyer who defaults may forfeit the deposit, be liable for additional damages (such as losses from a delayed or reduced resale), and potentially be responsible for estate

A Villiersdorp day of murders

Villiersdorp police are investigating four separate murder cases following a violent Sunday that saw three stabbing incidents and one shooting across the town on 8 February.

The deadly 24-hour period began just after midnight when police responded to a stabbing complaint in Buitenkant Street at approximately 00:30. Officers discovered an adult male victim who had sustained a fatal stab wound to his ear. Medical personnel declared him deceased at the scene.

Seven hours later, at 07:08, police attended to another stabbing incident on a local farm. An adult female victim was transported to a medical facility for treatment but succumbed to her injuries. A 39-year-old male suspect was arrested in connection with this murder and will appear in the Caledon Magistrates’ Court once charged.

The violence continued into the afternoon when police responded to West Side at approximately 12:00, where they found a 28-year-old male who had sustained multiple stab wounds to his body. He was declared dead on the scene by medical personnel. The final incident occurred in Serruria Street at about 15:30, when police responded to reports of a shooting. Officers discovered a 39-yearold male victim who had sustained fatal gunshot wounds to his body. Medical personnel pronounced him dead at the scene.

Villiersdorp police are investigating four separate murder cases following a violent Sunday that saw three stabbing incidents and one shooting across the town on 8 February .

INVESTIGATION ONGOING

According to Sgt Wesley Twigg, Media Liaison Officer of the Western Cape, the circumstances surrounding three of the four incidents remain under investigation, with no arrests made in connection with the first, third and fourth murders. Police have not yet established motives for any of the attacks. “The spike in violent crime has shocked the small Overberg town,” Twigg said, “with police appealing for anyone with information about these incidents to come forward to assist with investigations.”

Anyone with any information about these incident can contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the mobile application MySAPS anonymously.

agent commission. A seller who unlawfully withdraws may face a claim for specific performance, forcing the sale to proceed, or be sued for damages, including wasted costs and related expenses incurred by the buyer.

To minimise risk, parties should carefully review the OTP, ensure suspensive conditions are clear and realistic, understand their legal rights, and consult a conveyancer or attorney before signing or attempting to cancel. Legal advice is essential before taking any action.

Always remember that it remains the Seller's decision on which attorney's firm handles the property transfer.

Should you be considering selling your property, please reach out to us at 0283130033 or send us an email at vorsteyn@hermanus.co.za Vorster & Steyn Attorneys, proudly in alliance with Strauss Daly Attorneys.

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STUDENT FUND

Environmental volunteers across the Overberg have launched a coordinated effort to tackle pollution, with recent clean-up operations highlighting the ongoing threat marine debris poses to local wildlife and ecosystems.

During a beach clean-up operation at Dyer Island on 4 February volunteers discovered dozens of lollipop sticks scattered along the shoreline, drawing attention to an often-overlooked source of marine pollution. While the plastic and coated paper sticks may appear harmless, environmental experts warn they pose serious risks to marine life. “Birds, penguins and turtles may mistake them for food, which can block their stomachs and make it hard to survive,” explained clean-up organisers. The non-biodegradable materials eventually break down into microplastics, entering the food chain and affecting all marine creatures.

COMMUNITY RALLIES IN ONRUS

Meanwhile, a separate clean-up operation in Onrus on 4 February demonstrated the power of community collab-

oration. Residents and environmental patrollers joined forces with councillor Charmaine Resandt from Overstrand Ward 13, along with 22 local residents, to tackle litter along the R43. The volunteer team focused on the section between Onrus Trading Post Centre and Radyn Street, as well as the R43/Lynx Road intersection, ultimately filling more than 40 bags with collected rubbish.

The Onrus operation showcased strong community partnerships, with Snymans Incorporated providing long-term vehicle sponsorship, Overstrand Municipality donating and collecting bags, and Rialco’s Anne-Marie le Roux contributing bags and gloves.

Local environmental groups including the Litter Ladies Onrus and team members from Just Property Hermanus also participated. Organisers stress regular clean-ups create positive visitor experiences while fostering community pride and environmental stewardship. Residents are encouraged to dispose of litter responsibly, recycle where possible and join local clean-ups to maintain the Overberg’s pristine coastal environment.

Saam hou hulle dorp skoon

Saam-saam loop hulle die ekstra myl om een van Hermanus se mees geliefde toeristeaantreklikhede skoon en netjies te hou.

Die Cliff Path was al om verskeie redes in die nuus, hetsy dit ’n hofgeding is of oor die omstrede swembad, wat Bayview jare gelede opgerig het. Maar daar is ook goeie nuus en dit is dat die Cliff Path Management Group saam met die Overstrand-munisipaliteit werk om toe te sien dat die paadjie netjies en toeganglik vir almal is om te geniet.

Die wetstoepassingspan van die OM

het die skoonmaakpoging verlede week ondersteun deur oortollige kennisgewingsborde langs die pad te verwyder om vir nuwe borde plek te maak. Die borde is deur Hermanus Rotary geborg. “Hierdie nuwe kennisgewingsborde sal van die Nuwe Hawe tot Grotto-strand strek,” het dr. Dean O’Neill, die munisipale bestuurder van die OM, gesê. Volgens hom moet inwoners en besoekers nie vullis stort nie. “Onthou ook om altyd jul honde aan leibande te hou en ruim agter jul honde op,” het hy gemaan.

Cats’ recovery ‘a miracle’

Sunday was a memorable day for Panthera staff and everyone who follows the story of the wild animals after devastating fires left the cat sanctuary in ruins.

In a heartwarming development two beloved big cats at Panthera Africa sanctuary are finally back on their feet after suffering severe injuries during recent wildfires. Arabella, a tiger, and Baguira, a lion, have taken their first tentative steps in what sanctuary staff are calling “nothing short of a miracle”.

The pair were among the casualties when devastating fires swept through the area, leaving them with injuries that initially raised serious concerns about their survival. “After everything they’ve been through, seeing them on their feet again feels extraordinary,” said Panthera Africa representatives. “This moment exists because of intensive care, patience, and the unwavering support of our compassionate community.”

The road to recovery has been long and challenging, requiring round-theclock veterinary care and specialised treatment. While both cats are showing encouraging progress, Arabella still faces a longer healing journey ahead.

Panthera Africa, known for providing sanctuary to rescued big cats, has praised the local community’s support throughout this difficult period.

The facility relies heavily on donations to fund ongoing care and medical treatment for their residents.

“Hope for our two beautiful girls is

alive and standing right in front of us,” sanctuary staff shared.

“This recovery is only possible thanks to everyone who believed in them and supported them through their darkest moments. We want to thank Dr Peter Caldwell for his help.”

While the cats still require extensive rest and continued medical attention, their ability to stand and walk marks a significant milestone in their recovery journey, bringing hope to all who have followed their story.

If you would like to support the girls, visit panthera.com/wildfires/#wildfires-donate

Baboon death investigated

Overstrand Municipality has officially opened an inquiry docket with Kleinmond police following the death of an adult female baboon found in Pringle Bay on 1 December 2025.

The investigation was formally launched on 5 February, with the twomonth delay attributed to the need for confirmation on correct ordinances and office closures during the December-January holiday period.

The baboon’s body was discovered with no immediately obvious cause of death visible at the scene. Initial observations showed no signs of poisoning, gut compaction or visible entry wounds, with only a small tail injury apparent. However, a veterinary examination revealed significant internal findings.

The autopsy discovered a large blood clot caused by internal bleeding around the recto-anal junction, with three projectiles retrieved from this area. X-rays revealed five additional projectiles elsewhere in the body, though these caused no recent wounds or bleeding.

“The blood loss could have been the cause of death, and the bleeding itself could have been caused by a sharp object or a projectile, but this could not be confirmed," said the Municipal Manager

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of the Overstrand Municipality, Dr Dean O’Neill.

While the cause of death cannot be definitively linked to the projectiles and no current leads exist, authorities have handed all evidence to Kleinmond police station. The public is encouraged to contact Kleinmond SAPS on 028 271 8200 with any relevant information.

The municipality has reminded residents that discharging firearms in residential areas is illegal, and baboons are protected under the Nature Conservation Ordinance. Only trained municipal staff hold permits to implement the adaptive management plan using non-lethal techniques.

Officials stress that illegal actions disrupt baboon social structures and complicate management efforts aimed at moving troops to their natural habitat.

Residents can help by baboon-proofing bins, securing windows and doors when troops are nearby, removing food sources, and using water deterrents. For assistance residents can contact the Baboon Hotline at 069 151 5962.

The municipality emphasises that successful baboon management requires community-wide cooperation to protect both wildlife and residents.

Environmental groups are demanding the immediate removal of public bins along the scenic Clarence Drive coastal route, citing budget constraints that have left containers unserviced and overflowing with waste.

"The R44 route between Gordon's Bay and Rooiels, considered one of the Western Cape's premier tourism attractions, passes through the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. However, the road has become a dumping ground due to inadequate maintenance of roadside bins," the Rooiels Conservancy said in a press release. They have repeatedly raised concerns with provincial authorities responsible for the route's maintenance, warning that overflowing containers are creating serious environmental and wildlife hazards.

Ralph Pina, chair of the Rooiels Conservancy, said the organisation has engaged with authorities "as positively as possible" but received no official response to their concerns. "There is simply no excuse. The bins should be removed as speedily as possible for the benefit of biodiversity and wildlife," Pina stated.

The conservancy reports that despite

being designed as baboon-proof, the bins attract resident baboon troops to the roadside, resulting in numerous fatalities, particularly among infant baboons unfamiliar with speeding vehicles. Plastic and other waste regularly blow from the overflowing containers into gulleys, along roadsides, and into False Bay, creating additional environmental damage.

SUCCESSFUL PRECEDENTS EXIST

Environmental groups point to successful "no bins" policies implemented elsewhere in the Western Cape as viable solutions. Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden encourages visitors to take waste home, reducing cleanup costs and environmental contamination while discouraging animal scavengers. Similarly, the City of Cape Town has adopted bin-free waste management at scenic Peninsula locations like Miller's Point to reduce littering and human-wildlife conflict.The conservancy has been informally advised that insufficient provincial budget exists for routine road maintenance, including bin servicing, despite the route's recent costly restoration. Clarence Drive's status as a major tourism drawcard makes it a prime candidate for the proven bin-removal approach, advocates argue.

Onderwysers kry geskenkpakkies

Onderwysers van die Hoër- en Laerskool Overberg, lede van Ons

die taak wat in 2026 op

Helpende Hand saam met

David Maynier, die provinsiale minister van opvoedkunde, die skoolhoof Johan Jacobs, die premier Alan Winde en Brent Walters, hoof van die departement opvoedkunde Wes-Kaap.

Ovies trots op groot eerbewys

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Die Hoërskool Overberg in Caledon het nie net ’n 100%-matriekslaagsyfer in die 2025-matriekeindeksamen behaal nie, maar het onlangs ook ’n gesogte toekenning ontvang (“Ovies pronk weer met 100%”. Hermanus Times, 14 Januarie 2026).

Die skoolhoof, Johan Jacobs, het die prys vir akademiese uitnemendheid (Nasionale Seniorsertifikaat 2025) vir tegniese skole vir die verwerwing van die tweede plek in die Wes-Kaap verlede Donderdag

(29 Januarie) ontvang.

Die oorhandiging is by Leeuwenhof deur die Wes-Kaapse premier, Alan Winde, en die provinsiale minister van opvoedkunde, David Maynier gedoen.

Jacobs het aan Hermanus Times gesê: “Ek is baie trots op hierdie toekenning en bedank die leerders vir hul harde werk en werksetiek, asook die harde werk van die onderwysers aan wie die prys eintlik gaan, want hulle hulle doen die dag-totdag-werk.”

Langenhoven Gimnasium in Oudtshoorn het die eerste plek verwerf en HTS Drostdy die derde plek.

Die een dag waar leerders nié in die klas hoef stil te bly nie ...

Die Hoërskool Emil Weder in Genadendal was ook deel van Hardopleesdag op 6 Februarie. Bo is die trotse gr.-8-leerders met hul boeke.

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KidsCan After School & Learning Centre in Kleinmond het ’n welkome geskenk van hul plaaslike raadslid, Grant Cohen gekry. Cohen (regs) het al by meer as een geleentheid gewys dat hy die ekstra myl vir sy gemeenskap loop en het ook skryfbehoeftes aan die organisasie sonder winsbejag geskenk. Cohen glo om daar vir sy gemeenskap te wees en wil graag die leerders van die skool ondersteun.

Hardopleesdag

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Wêreldhardopleesdag wat reeds in 2010 deur LitWord, ‘n organisasie sonder winsbejag, bekendgestel is, word jaarliks op die eerste Woensdag in Februarie in meer as 170 lande gevier om kinders en gemeenskappe deur die krag van stories te versterk.

Nal’ibali Wes-Kaap, ‘n organisasie sonder winsbejag, het reeds Dinsdag 3 Februarie kragte met Theewaterskloof-biblioteekdienste

saamgesnoer om in samewerking met Caledon- en Tesselaarsdal-biblioteek ‘n wonderlike hardopleesprogram aan te bied.

Carol Titus van Nal’ibali noem aan Hermanus Times: “Ons bevorder lees vir genot en werk met kinders van 0 – 12 jaar oud, asook met die ouers, onderwysers en gemeenskapsleiers. Ons gaan gereeld na verskeie skole en Vroeëkinderontwikkelingsentrums (VKO) om die liefde vir lees te bevorder. Dit is ons wens dat ouers sowel as kinders daarvan hou om te lees. Ons gee ook ‘n koerant uit as aanvulling wat onder meer drie stories bevat. Dié gratis maandelikse koerantjie is tweetalig en word op aanvraag by biblioteke afgelewer waar die gemeenskap dit dan kan kry.”

Wat Dinsdag se voorlesing by The Glebe Primêr in Myddleton en by Tesselaarsdal Primêr so besonders gemaak het, ‘n Nuwe Maat, die storie wat voorgelees is, oor gebaretaal gehandel het.

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Suid-Afrikaanse gebaretaal (SAGT) is op 19 Julie 2023 as Suid-Afrika se 12de amptelike taal verklaar. Nal’ibali het in samewerking met SLED (Sign Language Education and Development) ‘n storie geskep waarin SAGT gebruik word. Die storie is in al 12 amptelike Suid-Afrikaanse tale beskikbaar.

By The Glebe Primêr het Gerhard Afrika van Wyk, Yolanda Hofmeester en Sheila Watson, personeellede van die Caledon-biblioteek, dié pragtige storie voorgelees en ook van die gebare wat in

Carol Titus van Nal’ibali bring hul gelukbringer Neo die klaskamer by The Glebe binne terwyl Yolanda Hofmeester en Gerhard Afrika van Wyk van die Caledon-biblioteek geamuseerd toekyk. Regs van Neo is Winnifred Mac Master Booysen (Nal’ibali), Sybil Lee (hoof van Theewaterskloof-biblioteekdienste) en Janine Ontong (Edulis).

die storie voorkom uitgebeeld en verduidelik.

Die Tesselaarsdal-biblioteek het hulle hardopleesdag by Tesselaarsdal Primêr aangebied. Anja Hamman het die storie voorgelees en ‘n groep leerders en van die biblioteekpersoneel het die storie pragtig in gebaretaal uitgebeeld. ‘n Kartonbus wat die kinders in die storie na die natuurreservaat geneem het, het die leerders telkens laat uitbars van die lag – dit was storieuitbeelding op sy beste. Ook hier het Neo vir groot opgewondenheid gesorg en die leerders kon nie wag om vir hom

Graad-R leerders van Swartberg Primêr luister aandagtig na Gerhard Afrika van Wyk en Yolanda Hofmeester van die Caledon-biblioteek voordar die storie hardop voorgelees word.

‘n drukkie te gee nie. Sybil Lee, hoof van Theewaterskloof biblioteekdienste het aan die leerders verduidelik wat gebaretaal is en dat dit nou een van Suid-Afrika se amptelike tale is. Titus en haar kollega Winnifred Mac Master Booysen het by beide skole ‘n vrolike interaktiewe ysbreker aangebied wat die leerders sommer dadelik lus gemaak het om na die storie te luister.

Janine Ontong, Edulis (Education Library Information Services) se vakadviseur, het ook by beide skole met die leerders gepraat oor die verskillende tipes biblioteke

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Die Caledon-tak van die Vrouelandbouvereniging (VLV) het hul 2026-program op ’n feestelike noot afgeskop deur ’n teepartytjie vir lede en gaste op 5 Januarie aan te bied. Die jaarprogram is bespreek terwyl heerlik gesmul is aan al die lekkernye. Dit was ook ’n kans vir gaste om die VLV-lede te ontmoet. Dié teepartytjie het gewis ook vrugte afgewerp aangesien agt nuwe lede het by die Caledon-tak aangesluit het.

Die eerste formele byeenkoms vir die jaar is op Donderdag 5 Februarie gehou. Tydens die opvoeding-en-kultuur-vergadering het Anthony Hawke ’n baie insiggewende praatjie oor Noorweë gelewer. Ter inleiding het Anthony ’n interessante oorsig oor die Noorweegse geskiedenis gegee oor wie wanneer en vir hoe lank beheer oor dié land gehad het. Hy het ook verduidelik watter katastrofiese impak die “Swart Dood” (builepes) op hierdie land met sy klein bevolking gehad het. Noorweë het op 7 Junie 1905 volle, onafhanklike soewereiniteit verkry.

Anthony het 40 jaar – van 22- tot 62-jarige ouderdom – in Noorweë gewoon en gewerk. ’n

’n Interessante feit is dat ’n mens die Noorweegse taal heeltemaal moet bemeester voordat ju enigsins vir werk in aanmerking kan kom.

Noorweë is ’n land met ’n klein bevolking en identiteit, tradisie, taal en veral kultuur is baie belangrik. Noorweërs is onlosmaaklik verbind met landelike gebiede en almal het oorspronklik van plaasgemeenskappe gekom, het Anthony gesê.

Handwerk, wat wissel van van houtwerk, weef, tradisionele drag, breiwerk en dekoratiewe verfwek vervul ’n baie groot rol in Noorweërs se lewens. Tradisionele handwerkprodukte kombineer kulturele bewaring met moderne ontwerpe. Dié

produkte is nie in kettingwinkels te koop nie en word slegs deur NCA-winkels (Norwegian Craft Association) verkoop. Die NCA is ’n private organisasie met staatsfinansiering en kry ’n hoë inkomste van hulle winkels. Nasionale drag, met uitrustings wat tot R100 000 kan kos, wissel van streek tot streek en het deur die jare onveranderd gebly. Dié uitrustings word met trots op spesiale geleenthede gedra. Anthony het verskeie van sy handgebreide truie en handskoene aan die lede gewys en hulle het omtrent ge-oe en ge-aa oor die pragstukke – tereg ook, want dit was werklik besonders. In sy praatjie het Anthony ook melding gemaak van “Rosemalin” – tradisonele volkskuns – wat sy ontstaan in die 1600’s gekry en tot 1850 gedy het. Dié volkskuns is hoofsaaklik in ou, donker huise aangebring waar die mure weens oop vure swart was van die roet. Dit het nie net die mure versier nie, maar ook die huise opgehelder. Ná die praatjie is verskeie punte op die sakelys afgehandel.

Die Caledon-tak vergader elke eerste Donderdag van die maand in die Wes-kerk saal. • Bel Corrie Fogwell by 083 270 8374 vir nog inligting.

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QUALITY CHICKEN MANURE. Beat the drought. Saves water & promotes good root growth. We offer specialised weeding of lawns and flower beds. Application service also offered. Delvered. Price on request. 10kg & 25kg bags available and bulk orders welcome. Call Oliver 072 176 2657 or WhatsApp 061 405 1665

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.

& BRAAI WOOD FOR SALE Get your WOOD delivered to your home or campsite. 50kg bag. Contact 072 176 2657 or WhatsApp 061 405 1665.

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

& IRRIGATION

A BEAUTIFUL GARDEN

Lawn mowing, tree felling, plot clearing and refuse removal. Gutter clearing, shaping of palm trees, hedge trimming and small removals. Contact Morné from Garden king 083 225 3712.

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

MY NAAM is Adam. Ek is Oorspronklik van Piketberg. n Christelike jongman drink en rook nie en ek werk Maandae tot Vrydae in Voelklip Hermanus en ek slaap in en naweke is ek af. Ek is dringend opsoek na huisskoonmaakwerk of karwaswerk vir naweke. Kontak of WhatsApp my gerus by 063 329 7773.

MY NAME IS Beatrice, 36-year-old Malawian lady with work permit. I am lookin g for employment as a carer. I have 2 years experience working with bedridden, paraplegic, Dementia patients. I am a hard working, well-spoken and trustworthy lady. Please call me on 067 321 1882. For reference call Cecil (social worker) on 083 263 8296.

I AM Elina a Malawian lady looking for a part-time job for 4 days a week as a housekeeper, cleaning, laundry & ironing. i am a hardworker, honest and a fast cleaner. I have 5 years working experience. For reference call 081 124 9363. Call me on 070 718 6078 /074 877 4593.

GOOD DAY. I am Edna a Malawian lady age 35 looking for a job as a housekeeper, babysitter or any cleaning work. Pet friendly and a hard worker with sober habits. Willing to start immediately. Sleep in or out. Available full-time, everyday except Thursday. I am a quick learner and trustworthy. You will not regret giving me a job. I have 4 years experience. Please call or WhatsApp me on 071 402 5260.

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.

HERMANUS 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.

ISAAH PETER 44-year-old man from Malawi seeking work. I have experience in paving, waterproofing, plastering, topping of floors, painting, garden maintenance from soil to irrigation pipes and more. I can also do housekeeping and ironing. 5 years working experience. Drivers' license, honest and committed hard worker. Ready to start immediately. Excellent reference, please call Andrew on 082 394 8741 or you can call me on 075 064 9044.

I AM A MALWIAN lady age 32 looking for a full /part-time job as a domestic worker or babysitter. I have 2 years working experience and I am available to start working immediately. For reference please call 082 324 5835. Please call or WhatsApp me on 068 576 0007.

MY NAME IS Tabia Akim. I am a Malawian lady with experience, looking for a full/part-time job as a domestic worker. I am available Monday, Wednesday & Friday with 2 years experience. Ready to start working immediatley. Please call me on 075 072 8702 for more information.

I AM Titus a Malawian man looking for a part-time job as a gardener or painter. I have 18 years experience. Available on Monday, Tuesday, Thrusday and Saturday. For reference call Mr. Hooper on 083 383 7370 or Mr. Jordan 060 783 6751. Please call or WhatsApp me on 067 672 9969. HALLO MY NAME is Talia, I am a Malawian lady age 24 looking for a job as domestic worker, babysitter or working for a cleaning service. I am a hard worker and very energetic. I am available everyday. Please call or WhatsApp me on 061 258 3304.

HELLO MY NAME is Fainess Gunde a Malawian lady age 25 looking for a job as a domestic worker. Full-time. Live in or out. Reference available on request. Please call me on 078 613 5510/072 722 8279. MY NAME is Chisomo (Grace). I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with first aid certificate, seeking a fulfilling role as a nanny, housekeeper or caregiver, for children with disabilities or elderly. I am warm and patient with kids, and gentle and attentive with seniors. Willing to take on any of these roles. References available. Please call me on 084 653 6052.

I AM Frola Banda a Malawian lady age 32 looking for a full/part-time job as a housekeeper. I have 1 year working experience. For reference call Lizette on 083 658 8054 or call/WhatsApp me on 069 255 9588. I AM Virginia Notheni Ndiwa and I am available as a carer and housekeeper. Caring: I have 9 years experience and certification from Agnes Home Carers. Cleaning: I will make your home shine. References available. Call 084 948 8649.

GOOD DAY. I am Emilio Bernard, looking for a job as a cook/chef (certified), housekeeper, laundry, swimming pool cleaning, gardener, walking dogs, good with kids and elderly caring. I am punctual, self-motivated, high standard of work, follow instructions meticulously, work well within a team or independently. 12 years working experience with impeccable reference. Please call or WhatsApp me on 073 085 5970.

HI NAME is Eneless a Malawian lady looking for a job as a domestic worker or cleaner. I am hardworking, honest and no criminal record. I am available to work full-time or days. I have good references. Please call /WhatsApp me on 078 617 6284 or 074 439 4483.

HELLO EVERYONE. My name is Judith Chalenga.I am an experienced Malawian lady looking for a job as a nanny or housekeeper. I am available every day of the week. I am well-motivated and honest. Please call me on 081 539 6022 or WhatsApp on 070 786 9784.

I AM A Zimbabwean lady looking for a job as a childminder, housekeeper and pet-sitting. I can cook, bake and help kids with homework. Worked for 11 years doing all the above for one family from 2014-2026 (11years). Ref: 072 175 8865. Available Monday-Friday Work-permit available. Please call 082 921 2894 or WhatsApp 071 637 8141.

CONTACT US/KONTAKONS 028312 37 17

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Yearsofexceptionaldedication &servicetothecommunitiesinSA

(Pty)Ltd.IRegno:2001/017248/07| Vatno:4260151438

VACANCY

Semi-SkilledDieselMechanic KraaifonteinIndustria

EssentialJobFunctions

Responsibleforconductingroutinemaintenanceofvehiclesandplantsonsiteas stipulatedbyservicingschedules orasrequested be Workshopmanager Communicatinganyinefficiencies/problemswithregardstomaintenancetothe workshopmanager.

Responsiblefordailyroutinecheckingofthefleet.

Inspects,repairsandmaintainsmechanicalequipmentandmachinery. Disassemblesandoverhaulsengines,pumps,generators,transmissionsclutches andrearends.

Completejobcards

Requirements

Grade12

Min3yearsmechanicalexperienceontrucks

Basicautoelectricalbackgroundwouldbeadvantage Validdriver ’s license(code10withPDP)

Musthaveowntransport

MustbeabletocommunicatewellinbothEnglishandAfrikaans.

Aboveaveragewritingskills

NOTE: Thisjobdescriptionisnotintendedtobeall-inclusive.Employeemay performotherrelateddutiesasnegotiatedtomeettheongoingneedsofthe organization.

Shouldyoumeettheabovecriteria,pleasesendyourCVto:gail@junocrp.co.za

Closingdate:16thFebruary2026

junocrp.co.za

Cape Town|HEADOFFICE 9KareeRoad KraaifonteinIndustria,7570 POBox465,Eppindust,7475 t:+27(0)213804740 WestCoast 5IndustriaStreet Vredenburg,7380 t:+27(0)227191253

Directors:HJDreyer(CEO),GMarshall,APKirsten

OverbergDistrict Unit8,7GideonvanWykCrescent Hermanus,7200 t:+27(0)836357036

JobAdvertisement:MaintenanceManager

Location: Hermanus,TheWindsorHotel

Position Type: Full-Time

AboutUs

TheWindsorHotelHermanusisatraditionallyrunhistoricalhoteldedicatedtoproviding exceptionalguestexperiences. We arelookingforaproactive,skilled,anddedicated MaintenanceManagertokeepourpropertyinpristineconditionandensureallsystems runseamlessly.

RoleSummary

AstheMaintenanceManager,youwillleadthetechnicalteamtomaintainthehotel building,grounds,andinfrastructure,adheringtohealth,safety,andbrandstandards. You willberesponsibleforcreatingpreventativemaintenanceschedules,managingrepairs, andoptimizingoperationalefficiency.

KeyResponsibilities

PreventiveMaintenance: Implementandmanageannualmaintenanceschedulesfor allplant,machinery,andguestrooms.

• TeamLeadership: Supervise,train,andschedulemaintenancestaff. GuestService: Respondquicklyandprofessionallytomaintenancerequestsfrom guestsandotherdepartments.

• Budgeting&Reporting: Drawupthemaintenancebudgetandprojectplanning,control expenditure,andprovidemonthlyreportstotheGeneralManager. ContractorManagement: Monitorthequalityofservicesperformedbyexternal contractors.

• Compliance: Ensurecompliancewithalllocalhealth,safety,andsecurityregulations (e.g.,OHS,firesafety).

Requirements

• Experience: Atleast3-5yearsofexperienceasaMaintenanceManager,preferablyin thehospitalitysector.

• TechnicalSkills: Strongknowledgeofplumbing,electricalsystems,andgeneral carpentry. Management: Provenabilitytoleadateamandmanageexternalvendors.

• Education: Matric/Grade12orrelevanttertiaryqualification(anadvantage).

• Attributes: Quickdecision-maker,detail-oriented,andabletoworkunderpressure. Availability: Flexibilitytoworkweekendsorbeon-callforemergencies.

What We Offer

•Competitivesalary •Opportunitytoworkinadynamicenvironment.

HowtoApply PleasesendyourCVandqualificationsto gm@windsorhotel.co.za withthesubjectline "MaintenanceManagerApplication.”

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

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

Noticeisherebygiventhatthefollowingapplicationsforliquorlicenceshavebeenlodgedwiththe WesternCapeLiquorAuthority(theAuthority) and withthe designatedliquor officers atthe indicated South African Police Service offices The applicationsconcerned may,uptoand includingthe28thdayfromthedate ofpublicationoftheapplication,upon requestandfreeofcharge,beinspectedbyanyperson,attheofficesoftheAuthorityorthedesignatedliquorofficer listedhereunder. CopiesofanapplicationcanbeobtainedfromtheAuthorityafterpaymentoftheprescribedfee.Objectionsand representationsmustbelodged inwritingwiththeAuthorityandthedesignatedliquorofficerinaccordancewithsection39oftheAct.

VORM3A - KENNISGEWING VAN AANSOEKEOMDRANKLISENSIESINGEVOLGE ARTIKEL 37(1) VANDIE WES-KAAPSEDRANKWET,2008 – [REG 10(1)]

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LOMTHETHOWOTYWALAWENTSHONAKOLONIKA-2008–[UMGAQO10(1)]

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No.Fullnameofapplicant Vollenaamvanaansoeker Igamaelipheleleyo lomfaki-sicelo

Nameunderwhich businesswillbe conducted Naamwaaronder besigheidbedryfsal word Igamaishishinieza kushishinaphantsi kwalo

Addressoftheproposedpremises Adresvandievoorgenomeperseel Idilesiyesakhiwo

Kindoflicence appliedfor Tipelisensie waaromaansoek gedoenword Uhlobolwephepha mvumeolucelayo

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

NOTICEOF PUBLIC PARTICIPATIONPROCESS: WATERUSELICENSEAPPLICATION:GRABOUWHOUSING PROJECT- ERF313, GRABOUW, THEEWATERSKLOOFLOCAL MUNICIPALITY (WU45113)

Notice is hereby given,intermsofSection21oftheNationalWater Act,1998 (ActNo.36 of1998), oftheintention tosubmittheabove -mentionedproposaltotheDepartment of Waterand Sanitation (DWS)for authorisation.

ProjectDescription:

TheTheewaterskloofLocalMunicipalityproposestodevelop ahousingprojectcalledthe GreaterGrabouw HousingProject.TheGreaterGrabouw HousingProjectinvolves the planningandimplementationofa pproximately7000householdsintheGrabouw area.Per theproject’splanning,Portion Ao fRE/9/313has beenidentifiedasthenextpriorityhousing developmentareaintheimplementationoftheGreaterGrabouwHousingProjectinthe WesternCape. Intotal, PortionA of RE/9/313 isanticipated to provide254 housing opportunitiesaswellasopenspaces. PortionA ofRE/9/313 is mainlyuninvadedand largely vacant,withonlya smallportionofthelandbeingu sedasaninformalsportsfieldonthe westernsideofthesite,aswellaslivestockpens.Theprojectand associatedservicesfall within regulatedareas ofanephe meraldrainagelineand wetlandsaccordingtothe Aquatic AssessmentReport,hencetherequirement fortheWaterUseLicenseApplication (WULA)

Applicant:

Projectname:

Theewaterskloof Municipality WaterUse LicenseApplication: Grabouw HousingProject -Erf 313,Grabouw, TheewaterskloofLocalMunicipality (WU45113)

ListedActivities:

AWaterUseL icenseapplicationwill besubmittedinterms oftheNationalWater Act(Act 36of1998)fortheproposed Section21(c)and(i)wateruses

OpportunitytoParticipate:

Engineering Advice &Services( EAS) has beenappointedasanindependentenvironmental assessment practitionertocoordinate, manage,and compilethe relevantenvironmental impactandmanagementreports,aswellastofacilitatethe relevant publicparticipation processrelatedtotheproposedprojectintermsofNWA

Registration of Interested &AffectedParties (I&APs: Interested andaffectedparties (I&AP) areinvitedtocomplete andsubmitthe I&AP form on requestvia e-mailorthewebsite www.easemp.co.za.The BackgroundInformation Document(BID)willprovide more informationregardingtheProjectaswellas SiteNotices aroundthedevelopment area.Pleaseregisterbefore 14 April2026 (60days)fortheWater UseLicense Process. Anycom mentsorobjectionstotheapplicationsshouldbelodged before this date. Youwillbenotifiedoncereports become availableforpublic review.

ContactDetails:

Mr Kurt Wicht(EAP) Engineering Ad viceandServices Tel: 0415812421 Fax: 0866839899

E-Mail: enviro@easpe.co.za Website: http://www.easemp.co.za

PLEASE NOTE:THISISA PUBLICNOTIFICATION, NOTA TENDER ADVERTISEMENT

BOEDELKENNISGEWING

IngevolgeArtikel35(5)van Wet66van1965wordhiermee kennis gegee datdie EersteenFinaleLikwidasie- en Distribusierekeningvan:

Boedel WyleMariusClaassendeKlerk

Boedelnr.011633/2021

Identiteitsnommer:3203315024080 geboreop31Maart1932en oorledeop3Maart2021 getroudbuitegemeenskapvangoedere th inlewewoonagtigte8Streetno106, Voëlklip, HERMANUS,7200

te r insa e lêbydi e Meeste r va n di e Ho ogger eghofte KAAPSTADendieLanddrosteHERMANUSvir'ntydperkvan Eenen Twintig(21)daevanaf20Februarie2026. Marais&Crowther, GeoktrooieerdeRekenmeesters(S.A.)Ing., PresidentBoshoffstraat32, Posbus221, BETHLEHEM, 9700.

Telnr.:(058)3035696

HERMANUSANIMALWELFARE SOCIETY(HAWS) 028312 1281 adoptions@hermanusanimalwelfare.co.za

BARC GANSBAAIANIMALWELFARE 083 7423903 barc.animalwelfare@gmail.com

KLEINMONDANIMALWELFARE SOCIETY 028 2715004 kawsoffice627@gmail.com

GRABOUWANIMALWELFARE SOCIETY 071258 5770 admin@gaws.org.za

STANFORDANIMALWELFARE SOCIETY 064881 2294 sawsstanford@gmail.com

GRABOUW/BOTRIVIER

R.A.D(RescuedAnimalDrive) loveisrescue@gmail.com

The OVERBERGDISTRICTMUNICIPALITY hasthefollowingvacancy intheDirectorate:CommunityServicestobefilledpermanentlyassoon aspossible.

PROFESSIONALOFFICE R: MAINTENANCETEAM DE PA RTMENT: ROADSSE RV ICES (1X BREDASDORP)

T-GradeSalaryscale 14 R533124–R692004perannum

Pleasevisitourwebsiteat www.odm.org.za forthedetailedadvertisement andinformationregardingtheapplicationprocess. Closingdate:2March2026. 155871-ARINAWILSON

IntheEstateoftheLate RODNEYWILLIAM FEBRUARY, ID4806155091081,421 Flying Dutchman Way, FisherhavenwhodiedatHermanuson 23March2025,marriedincommunityofpropertyto Pamela ValenciaFebruary,ID:5406220038081.

MASTER’SREFERENCE:14839/2025

TheFirstandFinalLiquidationandDistribution Accountintheabovementionedestatewillliefor inspectionattheofficeoftheMaster, Cape Townanda copythereofattheofficeoftheMagistrate,Hermanus foraperiodof21(twentyone)daysreckonedasfrom FRIDAY, 13FEBRUARY2026.

GUTHRIE&THERON ATTORNEYS, WJADU TOIT,EXECUTOR 77MAINROAD,HERMANUS REF:JVR/jr/VF0194

�o�ceisherebygiventhatthebusiness conducted underthenameand styleofDPHermanus(Pty) Ltdt/a Debona irs He rm anussitu ated at 12 2 Ma in Ro ad , Hermanus, 7200, together withall its assetsand goodwillhasbeensold to Mickys Foods(Pty) Ltd,with st effectfromthe1March2026.

Allcontract,obliga�onsand responsibili�esofthe businesswillbeassumedbythepurchaserfromthe abovemen�oned effec�vedate

In te re st ed pa rtake,incl ud in g credit ors, ar e requested to submitanyclaimsandenquires rela�ng to the saleinwri�ng within30 days from the date ofno�ce.

Contact Person:JudyViviers Address:judyviv@mjvf.co.za Telephone:0834596164

Dated at Hermanusonthisthe11thdayof February2026

Signed:JudyViviers

KleinRiverCheese,Stanford

Exci�ng opportunity! We are looking foraconfident, bilingualpersonwith excellent salesskills, to drivewholesaletradeonthe roadandphone.Mustbeable to work independently,have a validdriver ’s licenceandprevious sa le sex pe rience Mu st bese lf-m o� vate d an d ta rget driven.Market relatedsalaryoffered. ForwardCVandcoverle�er to hr@kleinrivercheese.co.za Hiringisonarollingbasissoapplyassoonaspossible. Onlyshortlistedcandidateswillbe contacted.

Kennis word hiermee gegeedatdiebesigheid wat bedryf word onderdienaamen styl vanDPHermanus (Edms)Bpkh/aDebonairsHermanus, geleë te Hoofweg 122, Hermanus, 7200, tesamemet al sy bates en klandisiewaarde, verkoopisaanMickys Foods(Edms) Bpk,metingang van1Maart2026.

Alle kontrakte, verplig�ngeen verantwoordelikhede vandiebesigheidsaldeurdie koperoorgeneem word metingang vanbogenoemde effek�ewedatum.

Belanghebbendepartye,insluitendkrediteure, word versoekomenigeeiseofnavrae rakendedie verkoop skri�elikbinne30(der�g)dae vanafdiedatum van hierdie kennisgewingin te dien.

Kontakpersoon:JudyViviers E-pos:judyviv@mjvf.co.za

Telefoon:0834596164

Gedateer te Hermanusophierdie11dedag van Februarie2026.

Geteken:JudyViviers

Bornon20April1963 And JULIETFRANCESBIERNACKI(formerlyHaw) IdentityNumber6807120402088 Marriedincommunityofpropertytoeachother inrespectofthefollowingproperty: ERF 1190STANFORD INTHEOVERSTRANDMUNICIPALITY DIVISIONOFCALEDON WESTERNCAPEPROVINCE

INEXTENT2666(TWOTHOUSANDSIXHUNDREDAND

Town,Floor4,InformationDesk,2RiebeekStreet, Foreshore,Cape Town,CAPE TOWN,withintwoweeksfromthe dateofthepublicationofthisnotice. DatedatHERMANUSon9FEBRUARY2026

INTH E ES TATEOFTH E LATE CHRISTIAAN DAVIDS,IDENTITYNUMBER:6608295134088 WHO RESIDED AT 1556 MANHATTAN CLOSE, HAWSTONANDWHODIEDON16AUGUST2021

ESTATENUMBER:004917/2022

The First andFinalLiquidationand Distribution Accountintheabovementionedestatewilllieopenfor inspectionattheofficeoftheMasteroftheHighCourt, Cape Townandacopythereofattheofficeofthe MagistratesCourt,Hermanusforaperiodof21(twenty one)daysreckoned asfrom Friday13February2026.

VANDYKSAAYMAN ATTORNEYS, AGENTFORTHEEXECUTRIXINTHEESTATE 93MAINROADSANDBAAI, HERMANUS, 7200.

POBOX1843, HERMANUS, 7200

TEL:0283131050

REF: RVD/MP/VL0682

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NM10046157-HL110226

Bodyboarding will be showcased to the Hermanus community when the Cape Winelands Bodyboarding team hosts a free clinic at Voëlklip on 28 February at 09:00.

The clinic, part of a two-venue initiative that also includes Strand Beach on 21 February, offers local residents and visitors the opportunity to learn from experienced bodyboarders while enjoying the pristine conditions that make Hermanus a premier coastal destination.

Cape Winelands Bodyboarding (CWB), in partnership with The Boogie Shack, will provide expert instruction suitable for all skill levels. The event is open to the public and promises to introduce newcomers to the exciting water sport while helping experienced riders refine their techniques.

Voëlklip provides an ideal setting for the clinic with its protected bay offering consistent waves suitable for beginners while still challenging enough for more advanced participants. The beach’s accessibility and excellent facilities make it perfect for hosting such community events. The clinic is supported by major industry sponsors including Rip Curl,

Die liga het nog nie begin nie, maar vriendskaplike wedstryde het al afgeskop en rugbyondersteuners is dit eens dat die Overberg se rugby baie gesond is.

Verskeie Overberg-spanne het Saterdag hul staal gewys en groot opgewondenheid het nie net op die veld nie, maar ook weg van die veld af geheers waar ondersteuners ná ’n welverdiende rus na die rugbyvelde gestroom het om hul gunstelingspanne aan te moedig.

“Dit is duidelik dat ’n harde stryd tussen die topspanne van die Overberg gaan heers – net soos voorheen. Hierdie jaar kan ons dalk ander gunstelinge sien.

Bodyboarding clinic

Stealth, Coral and Storm, with backing from the South African Bodyboarding Association (SABA). It highlights the professional calibre of instruction

participants can expect. Participants are advised to arrive early to secure equipment and receive safety briefings. All ages and abilities are welcome to join

Rugby weer aan die gang

Hawston, Grabouw en Stanford is maar van die spanne wat hul hande tydens die ligaseisoen gaan opsteek. Saterdag se wedstryde het gewys dat die ander klubs nie die Overberg-spanne moet onderskat nie. Net soos in die verlede is ons spanne nie net fisiek voor nie, maar ons agterlyne is baie gevaarlik,” het ’n ondersteuner gesê. Saterdag het Universals van Stanford korte mette met Saldanha gemaak en

hulle maklik 50-10oorheers. Botrivier het Bella Vista van Ceres 29-12 geklop en Atlantics het Kleinmond 47-19 gewen. Grabouw, wat hierdie jaar met nuwe vuur speel, het die Sir Lowrians 46-24 gelooi terwyl Gendadendal die Young Hearts 17-12 geklop het. Die Bredasdorp Rangers het Standards 15-10 gewen. Saterdag hervat die vriendskaplike wedstryde en Safcol van Grabouw gaan teen Delicious te staan kom terwyl

Come ride the local surf

this exciting opportunity to experience the thrill of riding waves in one of the Western Cape's most beautiful coastal settings.

Hawston Watsonia sal pak. Botrivier gaan met Heidelberg kragte meet terwyl die Canola Boys van Caledon Bonnievale se Blue Birds gaan takel. Kleinmond speel teen Saldanha en Grabouw vat die Highlanders aan. Universals sê Struisbaai die stryd aan terwyl Black Leaves en Atlantics teen mekaar gaan speel. Bredasdorp se Rangers gaan ook sy staal wys teen Montagu Villagers en Genadendal en Swellendam gaan teen mekaar speel. Villiersdorp en Riviersonderend gaan ook die naweek kyk wie bo gaan uitkom terwyl die Sea Hawks Montagu se span gaan aandurf.