Hermanus Times - E-edition-1 October 2025

Derde moord in Blompark

Die Gansbaai-gemeenskap en veral die Blompark-inwoners is geruk ná nog 'n moord wat die afgelope naweek in hierdie eens vreedsame buurt plaasgevind het.

Volgens die gemeenskapsaktivis John Jacobs is die tiener Romeo Olyn Sondag in die vroeë oggendure met 'n mesdoodgesteek. Die verdagte het gister in die Hermanus-landdroshof verskyn.

"Daar is soveel gerugte wat die ronde doen en onmin in ons buurt saai. Wat ek weet, is dat die verdagte glo gereeld deur die seuns geterg is en dat hy Sondagoggend na bewering 'n mes gaan haal en Olyn glo doodgesteek het," het Jacobs gesê.

Hy het ook bygevoeg dat die verdagte homself aan die polisie oorgegee het.

"Die verdagte is 'n bekende in die buurt en al was hy voorheen in die tronk, het hy uit sy pad uit gegaan om nie moeilikheid te maak nie en het geleer uit die verlede," aldus Jacobs.

Die Gansbaai-polisie het ook bevestig dat die verdagte, nadat die polisie op die toneel verskyn het, homself oorgegee het.

Dit is ook bevestig dat Romeo verlangse familie is van die 34-jarige Eben Olyn wat Saterdag 19 April voor sy huis doodgesteek is.

Dit is die derde sinlose moord in Blompark sedert Maart vanjaar.

"Die feit dat mense, en veral jong mense in ons buurt afgemaai word, bete-

ken dat ons kinders nie meer op straat kan speel of vrylik in die buurt kan rondloop nie," het Jacobs gesê.

Die eerste moord was dié van Ricardo Tobias in Maart.

Tobias se verminkte liggaam is die oggend van 24 Maart op die hoek van Bloulelie- en Angelierstraat in Blompark, Gansbaai, ontdek.

Volgens berigte het hy verskeie steekwonde gehad en 'n groot sementblok is op sy kop gegooi. Twee jong mans van 18 en 21 jaar het Vrydag 19 September in die Hermanus-landdroshof verskyn vir 'n borgtogaansoek. Die saak is uitgestel tot 3 Oktober.

In die tweede voorval is die 34-jarige Eben Olyn Saterdag 19 April voor sy huis doodgeskiet.

Volgens kennisse van Olyn was hy 'n vredeliewende mens wat nie by bendes betrokke was nie. (Hermanus Times, 23 April: "Enough is Enough")

Gerugte het ook die ronde gedoen dat Olyn 'n staatsgetuie is in die saak waarin agt verdagtes aangekla is vir die moord op Cameron Padayachee, ook van Blompark wat in Desember 2021 doodgeskiet is.

Volgens Jacobs het die Blompark-inwoners op 30 September vergader oor die behuisingskwessie, en gaan hulle vooraf ook 'n vergadering oor die veiligheid van die buurt hou. "Ons het 'n buurtwag, maar dit funksioneer nie goed nie en ons gaan dit bespreek," het hy afgesluit.

Inwoners ruk op teen munisipaliteit

Botrivier-inwoners tesame met die burgerregteorganisasie

AfriForum het Maandagoggend 'n vreedsame optog na die Caledon-polisiekantoor gehou om klagtes aan die polisie te oorhandig.

Inwoners is volgens een van die woordvoerders keelvol vir die leë beloftes en ongerymdhede van die Theewaterskloof-munisipaliteit. Hermanus Times het op 10 September oor die probleme in Botrivier berig ("AfriForum gryp in oor TWK"). Volgens Marique van Dalen, AfriForum se distrikskoördineerder van Boland-gemeenskapstrukture, het Maan-

dag se opgtog gegaan oor die onwettige oorlaaistasie in Botrivier. "Die rioolaanleg en die vullisoorlaaistasie is aangebou sonder die nodige goedkeuring en sonerings en afgesien daarvan het ons al vir amper 16 jaar met die Theewaters- kloof-munisipaliteit vergaderings gehou. Nie net veroorsaak die onwettige oorlaaistasie 'n vlieëprobleem nie, maar daar is ook ander gesondheidsprobleme waardeur die inwoners nou in die gesig gestaar word. Verder het eiendomswaardes ook gedaal," het sy gesê.

Volgens Van Dalen het die munisipaliteit wel op vergaderings erken dat hy onwettig opgetree het, maar nog nooit die probleme reggestel nie.

"Ons het hierdie klagte by die polisie aangemeld en hoop dit sal ondersoek en reggestel word, want die inwoners

is moeg gesukkel met die TWK-munisipaliteit wat net aangaan sonder de inwoners se insette," het sy verder gesê. Volgens die munisipale bestuurder van die TWK, Walter Hendricks, is hulle bewus van die optog Maandagoggend.

"Ons neem kennis van die vreedsame optog wat Maandag in Caledon plaasgevind het en ons respekteer die grondwetlike reg van die organisasie en die inwoners om 'n optog te hou om hul misnoeë uit te spreek.

"Ons het in hierdie stadium egter nog geen memorandum ontvang nie.”

Hy sê verder: "Ons verbind ons egter daartoe om konstruktiewe gesprekke met die partye te voer en moedig die mense aan om toepaslike kommunikasiekanale te gebruik om sodoende probleme op te los."

ASF outbreak hits pig farms

The Cape Agulhas Municipality (CAM), in partnership with the Western Cape Department of Agriculture and State Veterinary Services, has confirmed a new outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Napier. This follows the earlier confirmed outbreak in Bredasdorp, where containment measures remain in place.

Hendrik Kröhn, CAM Acting Municipal Manager, said laboratory testing by the State Veterinary Services confirmed ASF after pig deaths were first reported in the town on 5 September.

“ASF poses no risk to human health, but is highly contagious and often fatal to domestic and wild pigs,” he said.

According to Kröhn confirmed cases of ASF had been recorded in the Engel Avenue pig encampments in Napier. “No cases have been confirmed in the area in the vicinity of the primary school.”

The municipality confirmed 31 pigs in the Napier area had died of ASF since the outbreak was first confirmed in Bredasdorp, and 1 027 since the first outbreak in August. It said two pigs in the Bredasdorp area remained under strict monitoring and veterinary oversight.

CAM declared quarantine zones in both Bredasdorp and Napier. Law Enforcement and Expanded Public Works Programme

(EPWP) personnel had been appointed to secure both sites where strict biosecurity protocols were in place and only pig owners and caretakers were allowed access to the animals in the camps.

“Carcasses are being disposed of at an environmentally-approved site authorised by the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning,” said Kröhn. “Veterinary inspections and monitoring continue daily.”

A public meeting for Napier pig farmers was expected to be held shortly, at which officials would provide updates and answer questions. Details were to be communicated directly to affected farmers.

Meanwhile, the public was urged to refrain from moving pigs between different areas and not to sell or buy pigs across municipal boundaries.

Residents were also urged to report any sick or dead pigs to the authorities immediately and not to dump pig carcasses in open areas, rivers or refuse sites.

Kröhn warned that any breach of quarantine regulations is a criminal offence under the Animal Diseases Act and may lead to prosecution.

To report sick or dead pigs contact CAM’s standby numbers: 028 425 5500 or 082 457 1774.

Casino moving to Somerset West

Jamey Gordon

The proposed Somerset West casino will become a reality, transforming from a contested development into an approved R1 billion project set to reshape the Helderberg entertainment landscape.

The Western Cape Gambling and Racing Board (WCGRB) made the decisive ruling during a meeting on Tuesday 26 August, officially green-lighting the casino’s relocation from the Overberg to the Helderberg region.

This approval comes after significant opposition from Helderberg community members, who voiced their concerns at a public hearing held in Strand in July of last year.

Residents strongly opposed the casino proposal due to concerns about gambling addiction among vulnerable populations, inappropriate proximity to schools, potential crime increases, and fears that the development would harm local small businesses while straining traffic and infrastructure systems.

Others also criticised Tsogo Sun’s lack of transparency regarding corporate social investment promises, questioned the adequacy of public consultation processes, and expressed fundamental moral opposition to introducing government-supported gambling near schools and residential areas, arguing it would undermine community values.

OPERATIONAL WITHIN 24 MONTHS

Despite the community pushback, the gambling board has now given the hospitality group the final authorisation needed to proceed with the controversial relocation after a decade-long application process.

“The building of the new casino will commence as soon as all municipal authorisations and building and project plans are in place. It is envisaged that the new casino will be operational within 24 months, subject to any building related delays,” the WCGRB stated.

The R1,1 billion dual investment strategy, which comprises the phased construction of a casino – initiated with a 10000m² development (in phase 1 and 2) and expanding to 15 000 m² (in phase 3) – and the refurbishment of the existing Caledon complex into a resort destination.

The latter, which is estimated at R70 million, will see the entire redevelopment of the hotel and spa (to a potential four-star), thermal mineral-water spring amenities, conferencing, event spaces, restaurant and bar offerings, outdoor activity centre, and supplementary gaming area (subject to licensing).

Only six of the 22 ha of the earmarked site will be developed to accommodate the proposed casino. The proposed location is within the urban area on Portion 29 of Farm 794, which previously formed part of the Somerset West Golf Course. It is seen as ideal for its accessibility and potential to allow for expansion.

OBJECTIONS DISMISSED

When questioned about why public consultation findings didn’t sway the approval decision, the board explained that public response was minimal despite opportunities to inspect the application. The WCGRB further stated that many objections could have been addressed had more people reviewed the comprehensive documentation provided. While the board considered all submitted objections, several lacked merit or were based on misconceptions.

The board acknowledged receiving numerous objections but dismissed many as unfounded or based on misunderstandings.

They emphasised that their decision-making process was comprehensive, weighing all public input, hearing submissions, and the applicant’s commitments alongside technical assessments.

“The value of the commitments made by Tsogo Sun, backed by independent economic studies, reflected that the area of Helderberg, as well as the province would benefit from the development of the casino,” the WCGRB stated, adding that community concerns, particularly those not addressed during the initial public consultation process, will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

The casino giant, in the report on the outcome of the relocation application of Tsogo Sun Caledon, addressed community concerns by committing R15 million to upgrade three Helderberg schools (Solomon Qatyana Primary School, and Simanyene and Gordon High School), commissioning a Lightstone study that found no negative property value impacts, and countering misconceptions about criminal activities with evidence-based responses. Environmental concerns were addressed through plans for the new establishment to be the country’s first “green casino” featuring solar power, water recycling, wetland rehabilitation, and zero waste goals. Economic justifications included creating 164 net jobs, generating millions in additional annual provincial tax revenue through gaming revenue growth, and phased investments totaling up to R1 billion across three development phases. Community benefits encompassed R40 million for N2 corridor infrastructure, 1% of annual profits for CSI initiatives, increased local procurement worth millions annually, and a R70 million Caledon Spa upgrade to retain Overberg employment.

‘We are not going te keep quiet’

“We will not remain silent and we will fight for those who cannot fight for themselves.” These were the words of the two activists and members of One Billion Rising, Lucinda Evans and Tanya Bibbert, at the Grabouw Magistrates’ Court on Friday.

Evans and Bibbert, along with journalist and author Julian Jansen and another Grabouw resident, were due to appear in the magistrate’s court on Friday after the mother of the teenage boy charged with the murder of Deveney Nel applied for a protection order against them. The case was postponed again until 6 November due to the magistrate’s illness.

Evans stated that it is time that we start keeping parents responsible and accountable when they did not take the necessary measures, when they knew that their child has a challenge with violent behaviour and as a result their child has caused the death of another child or is the cause that our children are committing suicide.

“The Child Justice Act needs to change; we have children with violent behaviour perpetrating rape, firing off guns and

killing other children, and enjoy the protection of the Act as minors even if they turned 18. We are in court so that I, and Tanya, can defend the constitutional rights to freedom of speech. Our movement, One Billion Rising South Africa, is not only defending ourselves but also looking a parent in the eye who’s behaviour shows no remorse for the role they have or have not played which lead to Deveney Nel being murdered in her school on 7 August 2024.”

According to her this parent threatened her constitutional right and freedom to picket in front of the court to seek justice for Deveney.

“This parent threatens our constitutional rights of freedom of speech as activists by trying to prohibit us to support the family of victims of femicide and GBV. The Child Justice Act needs to change because we need to keep parents accountable and also responsible when their child kills other children.”

She further stated that they want children that commit murder as a child to equally receive a life sentence, without parole, especially if they have committed a serious crime more than once.

Selling Property from a Deceased Estate: Needs

When someone passes away, the executor appointed by the Master of the High Court has the responsibility to manage the estate, which may include selling immovable property. This can only be done once Le ers of Executorship have been issued. Without them, any agreement of sale is invalid.

The executor is then authorised to market the property, sign the sale agreement, and complete transfer documents on behalf of the estate. However, certain legal requirements under the Administration of Estates Act must be followed.

In terms of Section 42(2), before a transfer can occur, the executor must obtain the Master’s endorsement confirming no objections to the sale.

Section 49 further provides that if an executor, or anyone closely connected to

them, wishes to purchase estate property, this may only happen with the Master’s approval. This safeguard ensures transparency and prevents conflicts of interest.

In short, the executor plays a vital role in ensuring the fair and legal transfer of estate property. By following the procedures set out in law - from obtaining Le ers of Executorship to securing the Master’s consent - the process protects heirs and upholds the integrity of the estate administration.

For more about this topic, please reach out to us for an obligation free consultation with one of our a orneys.

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Polisie se deure bly toe

Rasaad Adams

Overberg se distriksgemeenskapspolisiëringsforum (GPF) het sy kommer uitgespreek oor wat hy bestempel as die “[ondoeltreffende] bestuur” van die Botrivier-satellietpolisiekantoor, waar inwoners dikwels deur toe deure begroet word.

Dié satellietkantoor, wat onder die Caledon-polisie val, kry daagliks slegs een polisievoertuig.

Die Caledon-polisie se bevelvoerder is volgens Davids tans met siekteverlof en die hoof van sigbare polisiëring neem as bevelvoerder waar.

Gesprekke is al jare in die gemeenskap van Botrivier aan die gang om sy eie volwaardige polisiekantoor te kry. Volgens Davids is verskeie versoeke tevergeefs aan provinsiale en nasionale polisieleierskap gerig.

“Ons het nou ’n punt bereik waar inwoners moet betaal vir ’n diens wat hul grondwetlike reg is. Inwoners moet uitgawes aangaan om in Caledon uit te kom. Aan die ander kant is misdaad aan die toeneem. Ons begin nou al meer rooftogte en diefstal sien en in baie van hierdie gevalle monitor die skelms die polisie se bewegings. Hulle weet wanneer die patrolliewa nie in die dorp is nie.”

Die kantoor het boonop geen geriewe vir die registrasie van sake nie en alle administratiewe take moet in Caledon gedoen word, het Melvin Davids, die GPF-distriksvoorsitter, gesê. “Die gevolg is dat die beamptes dan al die pad tot in Caledon moet ry wanneer hulle inhegtenisnemings moet uitvoer. In daardie tydperk is daar dus geen polisiesigbaarheid in die dorp of by die satellietkantoor nie. Die laaste ruk het inwoners ’n paar keer by die kantoor voor geslote deure opgedaag. Sommige moes dan uitgawes aangaan om dokumente in Caledon te gaan sertifiseer,” sê hy.

Davids sê die provinsiale voorskrifte, ingevolge waarvan Botrivier twee polisievoertuie moet kry, is in Januarie beëindig. “Ons het al talle navrae [daaroor] aan die waarnemende bevelvoerder gerig. Ten spyte van die talle ander uitdagings wat inwoners met die kantoor self ervaar, het die dorp minstens twee voertuie gehad. Die polisie was dus altyd in die dorp sigbaar.”

Intussen het Hermanus Times ook ’n brief onder oë gehad waarin die Botrivier-buurtwag onlangs aan die waarnemende bevelvoerder oor die uitdagings by die kantoor geskryf het.

Mike Moses, die voorsitter van die buurtwag, sê in die brief dat hulle onder meer sukkel om lede geregistreer te kry omdat beamptes daar feitlik nooit by die kantoor aan diens is om vingerafdrukke te neem nie. Volgens Moses sukkel die buurtwag ook om met die polisiebeamptes aan diens te kommunikeer wanneer buurtwaglede patrollie doen.

• Hermanus Times het die polisie vir kommentaar genader, maar teen druktyd nog geen terugvoer ontvang nie.

NPO brings hope, compassion in hard times

In an era when rising living costs and unemployment have left many families struggling to survive, one non-profit organisation is proving that community compassion can be a powerful force for change.

As darkness fell over Zwelihle township recently a different kind of light began to shine in the homes of some of Hermanus’ most vulnerable residents. Armed with bags of essential groceries and hearts full of determination, volunteers from Sisonke Sinako Ukwenza Utshintsho moved through informal settlements and low-income neighbourhoods, transforming despair into hope one food parcel at a time.

The initiative, launched earlier this year, aims to provide immediate relief to the most vulnerable households in the area. “Our mission is simple,” said Lubabalo Gecwa, director and founder of Sisonke, “no family should go to bed hungry. Our food-parcel initiative was born out of the realisation that hunger is not just a symptom of poverty; it is a barrier to progress. We are deeply aware of the hardships many families are going through. These food parcels are

not a long-term solution, but they bring immediate comfort and dignity to those in need.”

According to Amanda Zenzile, a volunteer, when people are hungry it is difficult for them to think about education, employment, or the future. “We want to give people more than food,” she said, “we want to give them a chance.”

Many of the beneficiaries are single mothers, elderly individuals and unemployed youth. For Sinesipho Magwanya, a mother of two who lost her job during the pandemic, the support came just in time.

“I don’t know where our next meal will come from,” she said tearfully. “This parcel means my children will eat tonight.”

What makes this handover more special was the presence of the Overstrand Mayor, Archie Klaas. “I am overwhelmed by the organisation’s research,” he said.

“The food parcels are given to the people with the real need. It is so sad to see an elderly woman crying tears of joy and gratitude. I would like to invite all the local businesses to support the Sisonke initiative.”

For more information or to get involved: sinakosisonke552@gmail.com or call 081 792 2486.

Correction

Hermanus Times incorrectly reported in last week’s newspaper that Jennifer McKenzie is the Deputy Mayor of the Theewaterskloof Municipality (‘‘Working together for cleaner area’’, Hermanus Times, 24 September). Alderman Cynthia Clayton is the Deputy Mayor. We apologise for the incorrect reporting.

Keer parasiete op jou troeteldiere

Thys Louw

Vir baie troeteldiereienaars is die stryd teen parasiete ’n voortdurende uitdaging.

Vlooie, bosluise en inwendige wurms is nie net irriterend vir honde en katte nie, maar kan ook hul gesondheid ernstig benadeel.

Die probleem is dat voorkomende middels soms duur is en mense in minder gegoede gemeenskappe voel hulle kan dit nie bekostig nie. Tog is dit moontlik om jou dier te beskerm sonder om jou begroting te knak.

Die geheim lê in slim beplanning, goedkoop alternatiewe en bestendige sorg.

Hoekom parasietbeheer belangrik is Parasiete veroorsaak meer as net ongemak. Vlooie lei tot velprobleme, allergiese reaksies en selfs bloedarmoede by jong diere. Bosluise dra gevaarlike siektes soos babesia oor, wat dodelik kan wees. Wurms benadeel groei, eetlus en energie – en kan selfs mense besmet.

Voorkomende sorg beskerm dus jou dier, jou gesin en jou gemeenskap. Troeteldiereienaars kan ’n stel basiese beginsels volg, sonder groot koste. Skoonmaak is die eerste en goedkoopste stap. As jy jou dier se beddegoed gereeld was, verwyder jy eiers en larwes voordat dit uitbroei. ’n Eenvoudige seepwaterwas van sulke kombersies of ou lappe werk goed. ’n Netjiese erf help ook: Lang gras en rommel is die ideale skuilplek vir bosluise. Selfs daaglikse vee van vloere en stoepe beperk vlooie.

Vir eienaars met min geld is duur handelsname buite bereik, maar alternatiewe bestaan:

• Dipmiddels: Landboukoöperasies verkoop dipmiddels vir vee, wat in verdunde vorm vir honde gebruik kan word. Dit is baie goedkoper, mits jy sorg dat dit net veilige produkte vir honde is – nooit vir katte nie.

• Wurmmiddels: Generiese middels is dikwels net so doeltreffend en gewoonlik goedkoper. Ontwurm minstens elke drie tot ses maande.

Bure kan groter verpakkings deel om kostes te verlaag.

• Huismiddels: Party mense gebruik asyn of kruie om vlooie af te weer. Dit kan soms help, maar is minder betroubaar en kan selfs gevaarlik wees. Gebruik dit slegs aanvullend en met omsigtigheid. Parasiete versprei maklik. Jou hond

Hawelose hond word by ’n dierewelsynorganisasie gebad

en ander

kan weer besmet raak as bure se diere nie behandel word nie. Daarom is samewerking belangrik.

’n Goeie strategie is om saam met bure op ’n spesifieke dag diere te dip of te ontwurm. So word die hele buurt gelyktydig skoongemaak en herbesmetting beperk.

Sommige welsyngroepe hou gratis of goedkoop dipdae – sluit aan en bring ander saam.

’n Ernstige parasietbesmetting lei dikwels tot hoë veearts-kostes.

Dit is dus goedkoper om gereeld klein stappe te doen.

Selfs ’n bekostigbare dip een keer per maand of ontwurming drie keer per jaar kan groot siekte en koste voorkom.

Praktiese wenke om koste laag te hou:

• Koop generiese middels waar moontlik.

• Deel verpakkings met bure of vriende.

• Was beddegoed gereeld en droog dit in die son.

• Hou die erf skoon en die gras kort.

• Gebruik daagliks ’n vlooikam.

• Beplan vooruit – moenie wag vir ’n swaar besmetting nie.

Parasietbeheer hoef nie ’n luukse te wees nie. Met eenvoudige skoonmaak, slim aankope en gemeenskapsamewerking kan selfs gesinne met beperkte inkomste hul troeteldiere gesond en gemaklik hou.

Klein, bestendige stappe werk beter as duur eenmalige behandelings. ’n Gesonde dier beteken minder spanning en laer uitgawes.

Dog owners please take note

The breathtaking coastlines and mountain trails of the Overstrand draw countless visitors and residents seeking to enjoy nature’s splendour with their four-legged companions. But recent incidents served as a stark reminder that this privilege came with serious responsibilities some dog owners were failing to uphold.

Two disturbing events on the recent public holiday, Heritage Day (24 September), one unfolding on Pringle Bay’s pristine beach, another on a popular mountain hiking trail, saw unleashed dogs pursuing local baboon troops, creating dangerous situations that could have had devastating consequences for both wildlife and pets. These incidents prompted municipal authorities to issue an urgent reminder about leash laws, which aren’t merely suggestions, but legal requirements designed to protect everyone who shares these precious public spaces.

“As a result,” Municipal Manager Dean O’Neill said, “we’re reminding all

dog owners across the Overstrand of an important and non-negotiable rule: dogs must be kept on a leash at all times in public open spaces.”

In terms of the Bylaw Relating to the Keeping of Dogs and Cats, a public place includes any beach, road, street, thoroughfare, bridge, overhead bridge, subway, foot pavement, footpath, sidewalk, lane, square, open space, garden, park, bus or taxi rank, servitude or enclosed space vested in the council. It also includes any road, place or thoroughfare that is the undisturbed use of the public or to which the public has a right of access.

“Even the friendliest dog can unintentionally cause distress, injury or provoke wildlife, such as birds, baboons and bokkies,” he emphasised. “Where dogs on a leash are allowed in nature reserves please stick to designated trails and always pick up after your dog. This isn’t just about rules; it’s about respect, safety and shared responsibility.”

Byword for Italian cuisine

He is known as the Real Italian in Hermanus, and not only are his restaurants a favourite among residents, but holidaymakers come back again and again to eat at Fabio’s and get ingredients from Dal Italia.

Fabio Lenci always wanted to have a deli, as he told Hermanus Times: “It was my intention to open a delicatessen 18 years ago, but four years ago during Covid the timing was right.”

The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree and with Fabio’s mother being in the restaurant industry, the culinary industry runs in Fabio’s veins. “My mother owned three restaurants before me. She was my inspiration to have one too as she too had a deli. I learnt how to cook with her as a hands-on experience, made so much lasagne sheets, enough to go round the circumference of the earth. She was my learning school and shared her recipes and Italian traditional cuisine with me.”

His unique menu, love for what they do and their love for Hermanus make Fabio’s restaurants unique. Three ingredients have also been found to make Fabio’s restaurants special –creativity, passion and a deep connection to the beautiful town of Hermanus!

“I handed the original traditional Italian recipes over to my daughter Carmen, who is a qualified chef and passionate about Italian cuisine. I am lucky because my son too is an avid business brain and a keen cook and baker who specialises in pizza dough and special pizzas.”

STONE HOUSE CHEESE

If you need something special to add a twist to your meal, Dal Italia will have it. According to Fabio they import ingredients from all countries and sourced locally. “I can proudly say that we boast a partnership with Stone House Cheese who give us exclusive distribution of their cheeses for the Overberg.”

The Friday Nights Deli Dining is something special, Fabio explains: “During this special occasion we offer a different

Rose Fair held in Greyton again

Mitzi Buys

The picturesque Overberg village of Greyton has become well-known for its annual Rose and Garden Fair, drawing visitors from far and wide. This year the Greyton Rose and Garden Fair will be held from Friday 24 – Sunday 26 October.

Visitors can once again look forward to a wide variety of activities, which includes 12 open gardens, the well-known rose show, a parade of vintage cars, Miss Rose and Miss Rosebud as well as musical pop-up events by children from local schools, which will take place at the Saturday market from 10:00. All entries for the rose show must be submitted by Friday 24 October and the show, which will be held in the Anglican Church hall, will be open to visitors on Saturday 25 October and Sunday 26 October.

Ria Wills, organiser of the Rose and Garden Fair, told Hermanus

menu, special dishes and a great vibe. One of the most popular dishes is fresh-filled pasta, which we make with various fillings and served with exclusive sauces, lots to try and taste.”

He said (tongue-in-cheek) that the restaurant’s traditional Bolognaise ( Ragù ) and Pomodoro are still its secret and guarded by its Mafia Angel in heaven. “Our veal is our secret weapon as we specialise in many of the veal dishes and classic Italian dishes such as Trippa Parmigiana, Zuppa di Pesce and Osso Bucco.”

Behind every great chef lies a tapestry of influences and love that shapes their culinary journey. For this Italian chef it’s a beautiful blend of heritage and heart, from his late mother watching over him from above to the wisdom of old-school chefs, who taught him the fundamentals, and Wayne Duvenage’s philosophy of keeping things “real, clean and tidy.”

His foundation is built on family: a younger brother who keeps him grounded, a supportive wife who has stood by him through all the years, and most importantly, his children and grandchildren who remain his greatest inspiration.

It’s this combination of professional mentorship and unconditional family love that creates not just great food, but a legacy.

Times: “After all these years it is still such a significant event and that I find very heart-warming.

Summer of 69 is back

The Bryan Adams Tribute Show launched with a sold-out show in 2023 and has continued to do so over time in Hermanus and throughout the Cape. Now the Summer of 69 Ultimate Bryan Adams Show will be back in Hermanus by popular demand.

This brilliant show on 10 October at the Hermanus Golf Club will follow the format of Bryan Adams’ epic Wembley Stadium concert where he performed all the amazing hits we know and love to a 70 000 strong audience.

This show by The Bryan Adams band pays tribute to the iconic songwriter and performer and brings you songs like “Summer of 69”, “Everything I Do”, “Run to You”, “I Need Somebody”, “Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman”, “Cuts Like a Knife”, “18 Till I Die” and more.

The Bryan Adams band is a

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DEADLINE/SPERTYD: Thursday/Donderdag 12:00. View a more extensive list of events at www.hermanustimes.co.za

THURSDAY 2 OCTOBER

The Overberg Quilters Guild will host an EXHIBITION of the most beautiful quilts at the Dutch Reformed Church in Hermanus from 2-4 October. The theme is “Reflections”. Doors will be open from 09:00 - 16:00. The entry fee is R20. Enquiries: Bettie van Zyl on 082 330 9088.

FRIDAY 3 OCTOBER

Join Samantha Gilion, one of the Top 30 finalists of the Mrs South Africa competition, and motivational speaker Aletté Winckler for an inspirational event from 09:00 - 12:00 at Benguela Cove. People can also help Samantha to win the People’s Choice Award by sending an SMS with the words Samantha Gillion to 47587 (R3/SMS; Free SMSes do not apply).

Whales, Wine, fynbos food and fun at the HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL from 3-5 October. Don’t miss the celebrations—music, crafts, good food, eco-marine celebrations of nature, kiddies’ entertainment, special events, and a lot more. Visit www.hermanuswhalefestival.co.za for more info and the full programme.

SATURDAY 4 OCTOBER

Great vibes, farm-fresh veggies , local honey, handmade goods and much more at the TESSELAARSDAL FARMERS’ MARKET from 10:00 - 13:00 at the Tesselaarsdal Community Hall.

Hermanus se KUJIRA-BONSAIKLUB

What is also significant to me is that all the proceeds will go to Early Childhood Development, specifically to crèches and schools in our valley.”

Tickets at R100 per person are available from Quicket or from The Greyton Post and Gabby van Heerden’s art gallery, both in the Oak & Vigne Courtyard. The tickets - a map of the open gardens and wristband - give visitors access to all the open gardens as well as the rose show for the duration of the weekend. In addition to viewing the beautiful gardens and roses visitors will also be able to enjoy the many delights Greyton has to offer, which include the Saturday morning market, a browse through the many interesting shops and art galleries and a visit to the local coffee shops and restaurants.

For more information contact Ria Wills on 083 252 1183.

powerful four-man band consisting of world-class musicians, Ant Kinsey on vocals and bass, Malcolm Cassisa on drums, Simon Kettleborough on keyboards, and Simon van Dugteran on guitar and vocals.

The magic that comes together when these talented musicians play together promises to have you dancing in the aisles and shouting and clapping for more.

Organisers say booking is essential as it is expected that tickets for the show on Friday 10 October at the Hermanus Golf Club will sell out fast.

Doors will open at 18:00 and the show starts at 20:00. Dinner can be ordered from an a la carte menu (this is NOT included in the ticket price) and there will also be a full bar service available. Tickets are available from Quicket.

vergader van 15:00-17:00 in die saal van St.Peter’s Anglikaanse kerk (h/v Marinerylaan en St. Peterslaan). Navrae: Wander Bester by 076 810 0885 of Ingrid Grundlingh by 082 775 8847.

SUNDAY 5 OCTOBER

Head to Stanford Hills Estate for an exciting line-up featuring N’Faly Kouyate’ Trio, Divine Mahara, Zwelilhe Youth Choir, Nolundi Nonono, Lisa Nellz, Zwe Young Brothers, and DJ Dego. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. The event is a CREATIVE SKILLS FUNDRAISER. The music and entertainment is from 15:00 - 18:00. Enquiries: Howard Krut on 082 667 9232.

THURSDAY 9 OCTOBER

Explore the Dangerpoint Lighthouse and the surrounding grounds during the OPEN DAYS from 9-12 October. Gates will be open from 10:00 - 14:45. Entry to the grounds is free but climbing to the top of the lighthouse costs R10 for kids between the ages of 10 and 17 and adults pay R20. Enquiries: Glenda on 072 291 5564.

SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER

 Take your family and dogs to the Stanford Soccer Field for a fun-filled morning with music, food stalls, activities, prizes to win, and more. Enquiries: 064 881 2294.

REGULARS

Shop for fresh organic produce, gourmet foodstu , arts and crafts, plants and much more at the HERMANUS COUNTRY MARKET.

Buy lovely home-made goodies and enjoy a fun-filled morning at the GANSBAAI FRIDAY MORNING MARKET held every Friday from 09:00 to 12:00 in the Pretorius Hall in Main Road.

The STANFORD SATURDAY MORNING MARKET is held every Saturday from 09:00 to 12:00 on the Stanford

If you love Bryan Adams’ music you can definitely look forward to this tribute concert on 10 October in Hermanus.

• One reader can win two tickets. Like and follow Hermanus Times Facebook page and answer this question: Complete this lyric from Bryan Adams’ biggest hit: “I got my first real six-string, bought it at the ...”

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 The ONRUS MARKIE is held on the first Saturday of every month at the De Wet Hall in Roos Street.

 Visit the GREYTON SATURDAY MARKET every Saturday from 09:30 to 12:30.

The NAPIER VILLAGE MARKET is held every Saturday, from 09:00 to 12:30, in the garden at the Napier Hotel. Don’t miss it.

HERMANUS DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 13:00. Enquiries: Judy Wulf on 082 775 0179.

The STIMULUS COFFEE AND CONVERSATION GROUP meets every Wednesday at 10:30 at Lizette’s restaurant. Enquiries: Trevor at base37@gmail. com or 083 441 1721.

Join the STANFORD STRIDERS every Thursday at 17:15 for 17:30 for a weekly 5km Time Trial that sets o from and ends on the corner of Shortmarket Street and Queen Victoria Street. PARKRUNS Parkruns set o every Saturday at 08:00.

 Meet on the corner of Hangness and George street, L’Agulhas for the Cape Agulhas parkrun along the beautiful coastline.

Meet interesting people and farm animals at Groeneweide parkrun in Franskraal.

 Join the Caledon Golf Course parkrun every Saturday from 08:00.

Join the Betty’s Bay parkrun in the beautiful Harold Porter Botanical Gardens.

Enjoy the breathtaking views at the Benguela Cove parkrun

The Bredasdorp parkrun sets o from Langefontein Road next to the dam.

Celebrating their fashion heritage

Hawston lauds community

The Hawston Sports Field was transformed into a vibrant hub of celebration on Heritage Day, 24 September, when the community gathered for what organisers are calling one of the most successful heritage festivals in recent memory.

The festivities started in spectacular fashion with a convoy of boats making their way to the venue, followed by a colourful procession of cadets and participating schools and clubs, which set the tone for a day celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of the Overstrand region. The Mayor of the Overstrand, Archie Klaas, opened the proceedings with an inspiring address, followed by a warm welcome from local leader Dinayo Fisher, who emphasised the importance of preserving and celebrating Hawston's unique heritage. The packed programme showcased the community’s diversity through an impressive array of activities including netball, soccer, wheelchair basketball and aerobics.

Cultural performances took centre stage with moving poetry recitations about Hawston’s heritage, traditional indigenous games, dramatic presentations and musical entertainment that had the crowd singing along. Perhaps the most heartwarming highlight came from the legendary teams – some featuring players over 60 years old – whose spirited games brought waves of laughter and applause from the appreciative crowd.

Their enthusiasm and competitive spirit proved that age is truly just a number when it comes to community participation. “The diverse group of people shared joy and unity throughout the day,” noted event observers, capturing the essence of what Heritage Day represents for South African communities.

The successful event was made possi-

ble through the collaborative efforts of organisers MK and Prudence, working alongside multiple stakeholders including the Police, CPF, Hawston Health and Welfare, Overberg schools, law enforcement, APD, Hawston Library and EMS.

Local businesses stepped up to support the celebration, with catering graciously sponsored by Overstrand Municipality, Hawston Local Business Chambers and local shops, ensuring no-one went hungry during the day-long festivities.

The day concluded with an unexpected treat when Gift of the Givers arrived to feed everyone remaining on the field, adding a generous touch to an already memorable celebration. Special recognition goes to the main entertainers – the Hawston Cadets and a colourful band dressed like the traditional Cape Town “klopse” – who kept energy levels high throughout the event.

Erfenisdag by museum gevier

Mitzi Buys

Efenisdag word sedert 1995 jaarliks op 24 September gevier. Dié openbare vakansiedag was voorheen bekend as Shaka-dag, ter ere van dié Zoeloeleier wat op 24 September 1828 gesterf het.

Op Erfenisdag word kultuur en geskiedenis onthou en dis ’n dag waar elkeen sy kultuur, diversiteit en tradisies kan vier. Hierdie dag is ook bekend as Nasionale Braaidag en hoewel die Nasionale Erfenisraad in 2005 sy goedkeuring gegee het om dit so te noem, is en bly die amptelike benaming Erfenisdag.

Die Caledon-museum het sy eerste opedag op Erfenisdag gehou. Besoekers kon rustig op begeleide toere deur die museum asook die Viktoriaanse huis gaan. Georgina Simons, wat die museum op dié dag saam met vriendinne besoek het, sê: “Hoewel ek in Caledon woon, was dit die eerste keer dat ek die museum besoek het. Dit was baie interessant om die geskiedenis en rykdom van Caledon te sien – die ontstaan van Caledon en hoe dinge met die verloop van tyd verander het.

“Ek en my vriendin Rhona Julies het ’n heerlike verrassing gekry toe ons ’n foto van die personeel van Swartberg Primêr daar sien. Ek was toe nog ’n nooi Speelman en Rhona was die sekretaresse van die skool. Ook die foto’s van die Progress-rugbyklub en die gholfspelers was interessant. Ek beveel dit ten sterkste aan dat mense die museum besoek om die foto’s van hul voorsate te sien.”

Die Caledon-biblioteek, in samewerking met die departement van kultuur,

kuns en sport, het ter viering van Erfenisdag inheemse speletjies in die Caledon-veldblommetuin aangebied. Emoji Movement en die Caledon-brandweer het ook gehelp en verskeie speletjies met die kinders gespeel. Daarna het Rolandez Dramat van die Caledon-brandweer die kinders vertel wat Erfenisdag beteken en genoem die Veldblommetuin waarin hulle so lekker gespeel het, is ook deel van hul erfenis en moet vir die nageslag beskerm en bewaar word. Dramat het ook die veiligheidsaspekte om ’n braaivleisvuur bespreek. Soos dit op Braaidag hoort, is die kinders hierna met ’n lekker boereworsrolletjie bederf. Gerhard Afrika-Van Wyk van die Caledon-biblioteek het gesê die dag was baie suksesvol en 56 kinders en talle ouers het deelgeneem.

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I AM A Malawian man. My name is David. I am looking for a job as a painter, roof cleaning, painting or as a housekeeper or gardener. I am hardworking, honest and reliable. 9 years working experience. Available Monday to Sunday. Please call or WhatsApp me on 078 724 2497.

A MALAWIAN LADY age 42 is available to do domestic work/cleaning or caregiving/nanny or cashier work. I have 4 years working experience and I am willing to stay in or out and work nightshift. I am a friendly person who is willing to work odd hours and do all duties. Call/WhatsApp Theresa on 068 776 6993.

I AM A Zimbabwean lady looking for a job as a house cleaner. I am a hard worker and have done this work for the past 6 years.For more information about my behaviour at work you can contact to 082 550 8770. Please call or WhatsApp me on 061 990 2799.

MY NAME IS FALLESS a Malawian lady (28) looking for a full or part-time job as a housekeeper/domestic worker or looking after children. 3 years' experience. I am available to start working immediately. Reference available on request. Please call or WhatsApp me on 069 127 0472.

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MY NAME is Ester. I am a Malawian lady (age 25) and looking for full or part time job as a housekeeper, domestic worker or looking after children. 5 years' experience. I am available to start working immediately. References available on request. Phone or WhatsApp me on 072 305 4326

MY NAME IS Ester a Malawian lady age 25. I am looking for a full /part-time job as a housekeeper, domestic worker or looking after children. 3 years' experience. I am available to start working immediately. Reference is available on request. Please call /WhatsApp me on 068 017 4597.

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MY NAME IS Evelyn Richard, I am a Malawian lady looking for a job as domestic worker or babysitter. I have 3 years' experience. Please call or WhatsApp me on 075 332 4444.

I AM Goodson a Malawian man looking for a job as a gardener, painter, housekeeper, mechanical engineering and cleaner or domestic worker. I am available for 5 days Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Reference available and I have 2 years' experience. Please contact me on 060 617 5742.

I AM Nelia Jana a Malawian lady looking for a job as a house cleaner, babysitting and taking care of animals. I am friendly, hardworking and honest. I have 5 years' experience. I am seeking work for Monday, Thursday & Saturday. Please call me on 078 378 7051 and for reference call Jayne on 073 748 7743. Thank you.

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IntheEstateoftheLate MAGRIETHA HOUGAARD,ID4004260066087,of19Church Street,FisherhavenwhodiedatFisherhaven on11February2025,widow. MASTER’SREFERENCE:4648/2025

TheFirstandFinalLiquidationandDistribution Accountintheabovementionedestatewillliefor inspectionattheofficeoftheMaster,CapeTownand acopythereofattheofficeoftheMagistrate, Hermanusforaperiodof21(twentyone)days reckonedasfromFRIDAY,03OCTOBER2025 GUTHRIE&THERONATTORNEYS, JPVANROOYEN,EXECUTOR 77MAINROAD,HERMANUS REF:JVR/jr/VH0469

NoticeisherebygiventhattheOverbergDistrictMunicipality’sfirstAdjustment Budgetfor2025/2026-2027/2028wasapprovedbytheCouncilon29September 2025intermsofSection28(2)oftheMunicipalFinanceManagementAct(Act56 of2003).

The2025/2026AdjustmentBudgetisavailableonthewebsiteat www.odm.org.za EnquiriescanbedirectedtoMrSStanleyat0284251157duringofficehours MRRGBOSMAN MUNICIPALMANAGER OVERBERGDISTRICTMUNICIPALITY

IntheEstateoftheLate CRYSTALCELESTE LAAKS,ID6303220105086,of32ChurchStreet, FisherhavenwhodiedatHermanuson29November 2023,marriedincommunityofpropertytoDesmond WayneLaaksID:5910095129081

MASTER’SREFERENCE:24063/2023

TheFirstandFinalLiquidationandDistribution Accountintheabovementionedestatewillliefor inspectionattheofficeoftheMaster,CapeTownand acopythereofattheofficeoftheMagistrate, Hermanusforaperiodof21(twentyone)days reckonedasfrom FRIDAY,03OCTOBER2025

GUTHRIE&THERONATTORNEYS,JPVAN ROOYEN,FOREXECUTOR 77MAINROAD,HERMANUSREF: JVR/jr/VL0282

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KLEINMOND,INTHEOVERSTRAND MUNICIPALITY,DIVISIONCALEDON,PROVINCE OFTHEWESTERNCAPE,whichhasbeenlostor destroyed.

Allinterestedpersonshavingobjectiontotheissueof suchcopyareherebyrequiredtolodgethesamein writingwiththeRegistrarofDeeds:WesternCapeat CapeTown,Floor4,InformationDesk,2Riebeek Street,Foreshore,CapeTownwithintwoweeksfrom thedateofthepublicationofthisnotice.

Datedat Malmesbury on 15September2025.

Applicant:DuPlessis&MostertAttorneys

Conveyancer:MariusChristovanZyl

Address: 13PietRetiefStreet, Malmesbury,7300 E-mail: janine@dupmos.co.za

Tel: 0224821101

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OVERSTRANDMUNICIPALITY

Applicationsareherebyinvitedfromqualifiedpersonstobeappointedinthe undermentionedvacancy:

PRINCIPALCLERK:TOWNPLANNING

Directorate: PlanningandDevelopment

Department: TownPlanning

Referencenumber: WC0320156&WC0320584

BasicSalary: R211620p.a.

EmploymentType: Permanent

PlaceofWork: Hermanus

NM10029462-HL240925

Requirements:• Grade12•ComputerLiteracy•two–five(2–5)years’relevantexperience•Communicationskillsinat leasttwo(2)ofthethree(3)officiallanguagesoftheWesternCape.

SpecialConditions:• Theincumbentisrequiredtoperformcomplexadministrativefunctionswhichrequirespecialised knowledgeofsuchprocessesandprocedureswithinthefunctionalareaoflandusemanagement•Abilitytousespecific vocabularyandgrammaticalstructuresandcommunicateclearlyandconciselywhendealingwiththepublic,electedofficials, andcolleagues•Mustbeabletofunctionindependently,beresponsible,takeinitiative,andbeadaptabletochange. ToviewdetailedadvertisementwithallrelevantinformationfortheabovevacancypleasevisitOverstrand Municipality’swebsiteat:https://jobs.overstrand.gov.za

Foranyenquiriesinthisregard,pleasecontactMr.R.Kucharon0283138900. Closingdate: 15October2025

DrD.O’Neill

MunicipalManager/MunisipaleBestuurder/UmphathiKamasipala P.O.Box/Posbus/IbhokisiyePosi20HERMANUS7200 NoticeNo/Kennisgewingnr/Inomboloyesaziso:194/2025

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KENNISGEWING

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Applica�ontoestablishaSpecialRa�ngArea(SRA)for thegreaterSandbaai

No�ceisherebygiventhat:

1.MalanAckermann,thetrusteeoftheregistered ownerofErf555,Sandbaai,withdrewthe applica�onfortheestablishmentof theSandbaai SpecialRa�ngArea(SSRA).

2.APublicMee�ngwillbeheld,withthepurposeof informingpropertyownersof: a)theamendmentstothebusinessplanandbudget, and b)discusstheprac�calimplica�onsrela�ngthereto.

TH DateandTime:09October2025at18:00intheAGS auditorium,LongStreet,Sandbaai.

AllpropertyownersintheproposedSRAareinvitedto a�endthemee�ng.

Followingtheinforma�onmee�ngon09October2025 hewillsubmitanamendedapplica�ontoestablishthe SandbaaiSpecialRa�ngArea(SRA)intermsof OverstrandMunicipality'sSpecialRa�ngAreaBy-Law.

Theaffectedareaincludesallratepayingproper�esof Ward7,excludingtheHemel&AardeEstate,bounded bySchulphoekRoadtotheeast,thecoastalareatothe south,OnrusriviertothewestandtheGlenFruinand HemelandAardeVillageboundariesuptotheHemel& AardeRoadtothenorth.

NM10030472-HL011025 Applicationsareherebyinvitedfromqualifiedpersonstobeappointedinthe undermentionedvacancies:

Directorate: Finance

Department: Expenditure

ACCOUNTANT:CREDITORS

Referencenumber: WC0324824

BasicSalary: R420684p.a

EmploymentType:Permanent

PlaceofWork: Hermanus

Requirements: •Arelevant3-yeartertiaryqualification(NQF6),preferablyaNationalDiplomaorBComwithfinancial accountingasamajorsubject•AdvancedcomputerliteracyinMSOffice(MSWord,MSExcel)•AvalidCodeBdriver’s licence•Communicationskillsinatleasttwo(2)ofthethree(3)officiallanguagesoftheWesternCape•Two–five(2–5) years’relevantsupervisoryandcreditor’sexperience.

Foranyenquiriesinthisregard,pleasecontactMr.J.Vorsteron0283138046. MunicipalNoticenumber186/2025

SENIORARTISAN:ELECTRICIAN

Directorate: InfrastructureServices

Department: ElectricalServices

Referencenumber: WC0323048

BasicSalary:- R356340p.a.

-ScarceSkillAllowance:15%

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EmploymentType: Permanent

PlaceofWork: Hermanus

Requirements: •TradeCertificate(QualifiedElectrician)•AvalidCodeC1driver’slicencewithpublicdriver’spermit andwithoutanyrestrictions•Communicationskills(i.e.speak,readandwrite)inatleasttwo(2)ofthethree(3) officiallanguagesoftheWesternCape•Computerliteracy:MSOffice•Technicalknowledgeofinterpretingtechnical design,drawingsandspecifications•Switchinglicenceupto66000volts•MinimumN2ElectroTechnicalorNQFlevel5 •Three–five(3–5)years’post-apprenticeshipexperiencerequired•Experienceoflowandmediumvoltagedistribution networks.

ForfurtherinformationpleasecontactMr.GeorgeLotteron0283165600. MunicipalNoticenumber188/2025

PRINCIPALCLERK:COLLECTIONS

Directorate: FinancialServices

Department: RevenueManagement

Referencenumber: WC0325128

BasicSalary: R211620p.a

EmploymentType: Permanent

PlaceofWork: Hermanus

Requirements:• AGrade12Certificate•ComputerliteracyinMSOffice(MSWord,MSExcel,MSAccess)andgeneral advancedcomputerskills•AvalidcodeBdriver’slicence•Communicationskillsinatleasttwo(2)ofthethree(3)official languagesoftheWesternCape•BroadknowledgeofMunicipalprocedures,systemsandinfrastructureandlegislation •Two–five(2–5)years’relevantexperience

Foranyenquiriesin thisregard,pleasecontactMs.CSwartzon0283138055. MunicipalNoticenumber187/2025

Toviewdetailedadvertisementswithallrelevantinformationfortheabovevacanciespleasevisit OverstrandMunicipality’swebsiteat:www.overstrand.gov.za

Closingdate:15October2025

DrD.O’Neill MunicipalManager/MunisipaleBestuurder/UmphathiKamasipala P.O.Box/Posbus/IbhokisiyePosi20HERMANUS7200

THEEWATERSKLOOFMUNICIPALITY

APPLICATIONFORCONSENTUSE,PERMANENT& TEMPORARYDEPARTURE:PORTION8&20OFTHEFARM ELANDSKLOOFNO.59,CALEDONDISTRICT.

Applicant: TommyBrummerTownPlanners, (Contactno.:0825611347).

Owner: RichtrauNo.78PtyLtd

Referencenumber: FA59/8&20

PropertyDescription: Portion8and20ofthefarm ElandsKloofno.59,Caledon district.

Noticenumber: KOR18/2025

Detaileddescriptionofproposal:

Applicationfor consentuse topermitafunctionvenueonPortion 8&20ofthefarmElandskloof,no.59,Caledondistrict,intermsof Section15(2)(o)oftheTheewaterskloofMunicipality:By-lawon MunicipalLandUsePlanning,2022.

Applicationfor PermanentDeparture toallowthepermitted floorareaofthefunctionvenuetobe600m²inlieuof500m² intermsofsection15(2)(b)oftheTheewaterskloofMunicipality By-LawonMunicipalLand UsePlanning,2022,onthesubject property.

Applicationfor TemporaryDeparture toallowfoureventsduring theyear(January,February,MarchandNovember)intermsof section15(2)(c)readtogetherwithSection18(4)ofthe TheewaterskloofMunicipalityBy-LawonMunicipalLandUse Planning,2022,onthesubjectproperty.

NoticeisherebygivenintermsoftheTheewaterskloof Municipality:By-lawonMunicipalLandUsePlanningthatthe abovementionedapplicationhasbeenreceivedandis availableforinspectionfrom 1October2025to5November 2025 duringo�icehoursatthe TownPlanningandBuilding Controldepartment at 6PleinStreet,Caledon,7230 and GreytonTowno�ice .Anywrittencommentsorobjections maybeaddressedintermsofsection50ofthesaidlegislation totheMunicipalManager, P.OBox24,Caledon,7230/Fax: 0282141289/E-mail:twkmun@twk .gov.za onorbefore 5November2025 fromthedateofpublicationofthisnotice, quotingyour,name,addressorcontactdetails,interestin theapplicationandreasonsforcomments.Telephonic enquiriescanbemadeto MrsS.DuToit:Administrator/ TownPlanningat0282143300.TheMunicipalitymayrefuse toacceptcommentreceivedaftertheclosingdate.Any personwhocannotwritewillbeassistedbyaMunicipalo�icial bytranscribingtheircomments.

THEEWATERSKLOOFMUNISIPALITEIT

AANSOEKOMVERGUNNINGSGEBRUIK,TYDELIKE ENPERMANENTEAFWYKING:GEDEELTE8EN20VANDIE PLAASELANDSKLOOFNR.59,CALEDONDISTRIK.

Aansoeker: TommyBrummerStadsbeplanners, (Kontaknr.:0825611347).

Eienaar: RichtrauNo.78PtyLtd

Verwysingsnommer: FA59/8&20

GrondBeskrywing: Gedeelte8en20vandieplaas Elandskloofnr.59,CaledonDistrik. Kennisgewingnommer: KOR18/2025

Volledigebeskrywingvanaansoek: Aansoekom vergunningsgebruik opGedeelte8&20vandie plaasElandskloofno.59ingevolgeArtikel15(2)(o)vandie TheewaterskloofMunisipaliteit:VerordeningopMunisipale Grondgebruiksbeplanning(2022),omtoestemmingteverleenvir 'nfunksie/onthaalfasiliteit.

Aansoekom permanenteafwyking opdiegenoemdeperseelom dievoorgeskrewevloerareavan500m²vandiefunksie/onthaal fasiliteittevergrootna600m²ingevolgeArtikel15(2)(b)vandie TheewaterskloofMunisipaliteit:VerordeningopMunisipale Grondgebruiksbeplanning,(2022).

Aansoekom tydelikeafwyking omtoestemmingteverleensodat vier(4)geleenthedegehouwordgedurendediejaar(Januarie, Februarie,MaartenNovember)opdi egenoemdeperseel ingevolgeArtikel15(2)(c)vandieTheewaterskloofMunisipaliteit: VerordeningopMunisipaleGrondgebruiksbeplanning,(2022). KenniswordhiermeegegeeingevolgevandieTheewaterskloof MunisipaliteitseVerordenningopMunisipaleGrondsgebruikbeplanningdatbogenoemdeaansoekontvangisen beskikbaarisvirinspeksievanaf 1Oktober2025tot 05November2025 gedurendekantoorurebydie Greyton Dorpskantoor en DepartementStadsbeplanningen Boubeheer,Caledon by 6Pleinstraat,Caledon,7230.Enige skriftelikebeswareofkommentaarteendievoorstelkan ingevolgeArtikel50vandiegenoemdewetgewingaandie MunisipaleBestuurder, Posbus24,Caledon,7230/Faksno.028 2141289/E-postwkmun@twk.org.za gestuurwordopofvoor 05 November2025 nadiepublikasievanhierdiekennisgewing,met vermeldingvanjounaam,adresofkontakbesonderhede,belang indieaansoekenredesvirkommentaar.Telefoniesenavraekan gerigwordna Mev.S.DuToit:Administrateur/Stadsbeplanning by 0282143300. DieMunisipaliteitkanweieromenige kommentaarteaanvaarwatnadiesluitingsdatumontvangword. Personewieniekanskryfnie,kanbydiemunisipalekantoor aanmelden‘nmunisipaleamptenaarsalbehulpsaamweesom dierelevantekommentaarofinligtingskrifteliktedokumenteer.

Die nuweling Botrivier en Safcol is gereed vir die Sanlam-BolandTop-12-kompetisie, wat op 11Oktober plaasvind.

Die Boland-rugbyunie het pas die spanne aangekondig wat in vanjaar se Sanlam-Boland-Top-12-kompetisie – die toppunt van klubrugby in die streek – gaan deelneem, tesame met drie bykomende premier-streektoernooie – die Super10 (streekuitdaag), die Super16 (gemeenskapskild) asook die Super8 (vroueliga).

Al die wedstryde skop op 11 Oktober af, met die halfeindwedstryde op 15 November en die eindwedstryde op 22 November. Dit word in die Bolandrugbystadion in Wellington gespeel.

Die verdedigende kampioen, Robertson Town RFC, sal drie wedstryde aanbied, net soos vyf ander spanne wat eerste in hul onderskeie Boland-klubrugby se Grootuitdaag-kompetisies geëindig het. Spanne wat tweede geëindig het, sal drie wegwedstryde en twee tuiswedstryde speel.

In die eerste ronde word 2023 se Sanlam-Boland-Top-12eindstryd herhaal, met Robertson Town wat Safcol United ontvang, terwyl Roses United Vredenburg verwelkom. Worcester Villagers reis na die Overberg om Botrivier te trotseer.

In ronde twee reis Roses United na Bolandpark om 2024 se naasbestes, die Worcester Villagers, te ontmoet in wat ’n vermaaklike kragmeting beloof te wees. 2023 se kampioen, Safcol United van Grabouw, ontvang die Noordweste-kampioen, Delicious, terwyl die Vanrhynsdorp Eagles Botrivier in die Matzikama-munisipaliteit verwelkom.

“Die Sanlam-Boland-Top-12 bring hoop en skep ’n gesonde platform vir Boland se jong talent om vertoon te word,” het Bennie van Rooi, die president van die Boland-rugbyunie, gesê. “Ons vier die energie en passie van elke ondersteuner, bestuurspanlid, speler en afrigter.

Botrivier en Safcol gereed

sien opgewonde uit na hul

dre Cupido (wedstrydsekretaris),

en Herschelle

“Dit sou nie moontlik gewees het sonder enige van ons borge nie – dankie aan Sanlam, Santam, Vuma, Tekkie Town, Heineken Beverages, Rainbow Chickens en ons nuutste vennoot, Mama’s Pies. Ons kan die platform deur hierdie vennootskappe ophef. Hierdie seisoen beloof onvergeetlike rugby vir ons gemeenskappe.”

Sanlam-Boland-Top-12-spanne:

• Robertson Town RFC (verdedigende kampioen)

• Villagers Worcester RFC (2024 se naaswenners)

• Safcol United RFC (2023 se kampioen)

• Botrivier RFC (nuwelinge

• Saldanha Bay RFC (2019- en 2022-wenners)

• Roses United RFC (die enigste onoorwonne span van die 2025-seisoen)

• Vanrhynsdorp Eagles RFC

Sanlam-Boland-12-kompetisie.

(hoofafrigter).

(terug uit die Noordweste)

• Delicious NW RFC (terug in Sanlam-Boland-Top-12 sedert 2023)

• Hillcrest United RFC (naaswenners in vorige Top-8formaat in 2017)

• Vredenburg RFC (terugkerende Weskus-span

• Wesbank RFC (keer terug na die Sanlam Boland-Top-12 sedert 2023)

• Abbottsdale RFC (terugkerende Swartland-span)

Dimitri Jacobs, die voorsitter van Safcol, vertel: “Ons laaste Top-12-wedstryd verlede jaar was teen Robertson, waar ons met een punt verloor het. Hierdie jaar speel ons ons eerste wedstryd teen hulle en sien daarna uit om die bordjies te verhang. Albei Top-12-groepe is ewe moeilik en ons almal sal in elke wedstryd op ons beste moet wees.” Safcol het ook Saterdag (27September) in die PicknPay Gold Cup teen die Naka Bulle gespeel. Die Naka Bulle is die dubbele verdedigende kampioen. Safcol het 66-8 teen dié span verloor. Valentino Moses, ’n Saffies-ondersteuner, het op sy Facebookblad geskryf: “Vandag het Saffies teen krag te

staan gekom – die Naka Bulle, agtereenvolgende kampioen van die Gold Cup. Die telbord het dalk 66-8 gewys, maar Safcol het nooit teruggestaan nie, ongeag wie die teenstander is. Julle het met ambisie, hart en karakter opgedaag. Hou jul koppe omhoog, want julle het jul dorp, gemeenskap en ondersteuners agter julle.”