TygerBurger | Durbanville | E-Edition | 18 March 2026
WHAT’S ON /WAT IS WAAR
WOENSDAG18MAART
. Die Kanadeseskrywer-digterAnne Michaels se roman Held word op 'n byeenkomsvan dieDurbellleeskring om 10:00indie Durbanville-biblioteeksaal bespreek.MiemieTaljaardsal diebespreking doen. Toegangisgratisvir lede en R50 (slegskontant)vir besoekers.LedegeldbeloopR220per jaar.Rig navrae aan Liz vanWyk,sekretaresse,by082 6558061.
SATURDAY21MARCH
. TheGreen PointFan Walk will come alivewithan explosionofcolourand entertainmentasthe 16th editionofthe Cape Town Carnival returns. Over 1 500 performerswillshowcasetheirtalent under the theme “FollowYourHeART". TheCapeTownCarnival is afreefamilyevent.Limitedpaidticketoptionsare availableinVIP,seatedstands or on the RedBus. ookonQuicket.
. Die immergewilde TygerRun/Walk, aangebied deur RadioTygerberg 104FMinsamewerking met dieDurbanville-atletiekklub, neemweerdie paaie rondom die Tygervallei-winkelsentrum oorvir 'n oggend vanenergie,gemeenskapsgeesendoelgerigte hardloop.Inskrywingshet op 8Maartgesluit en slegs 8000 atletekon geakkommodeer word.Afstande: 6 km-pretstap/draf —ideaalvir gesinne en sosialedeelnemers;15km-padwedloop —vir die meerkompeterendeatlete. Geld watingesamel word,ondersteun vanjaardie Animal Anti-CrueltyLeague(AACL). Skryf in op RadioTygerberg 104FMsewebwerf of by topevents.co.za.
. SusanCoetzer is van10:00tot 15:00byDie Boer in Durbanville methaarsplinternuweboek, Super C, onder haar vlerken'nhumoristiesinspirerende praatjiewat beloofomjou lag- en geestelikespiere te prikkel.Sydeeldie terugslaeenoorwinningsuit haar lewe,die ou gewoonteswat sy moes afleer en die bemagtigende nuwegewoontes watsyaangeleer hetomvan sukkelende(Su-)sannietot supervrou te ontwikkel. "Voeljydikwels platgeslaanenoorweldig (selfsal is jy 'n christen)?Voeljyjyoorleef net-net en leef nie jou vollepotensiaal uitnie?Kortjygereeld blydskap,lewenslus, passie en krag?Dan is dittyd vir Super C,"sêCoetzer.Kaartjies kosR200ensluit 'n glasie KWV-vonkelwyn in.Bespreekbywww.dieboer. comofby021 9791911.
TUESDAY24MARCH
. TheEgyptianSociety of South Africa willbehaving their next meeting at St George's Grammarschool, RichmondRoad, Mowbray,from19:30.Guestspeaker Peter Loyson willpresent alecture titled:"Cleopatra's daughter".Thereisnocharge formembers, while it costsR30 forvisitors. Refreshments R10.Booking is not necessary.Thereissecureparking in the school grounds.For moreinformation call 021852 7273 or 084 7743972.
. TheDurbanville Children’sHome CharityShop willpresent a50% off summer sale on allsummer clothes —from24March to 2April from 09:00to 14:30onweekdaysand on Saturday from 09:00to 13:00.Bring your ownbagsorboxes. Card facilitieswill be available
THURSDAY26MARCH
. Badisaispresenting its annual fundraising golf day at Durbanville Golf Club.The golf tournament daywill featureafour-ball allianceformatwithtwo scores counting towardsthe finaltally.Entryfeesare R5 500 perfour-ballteam. Theevent will include dinner and live entertainment.ContactWillowWilliamson021 957 7130 or via emailtoinfo@badisa.org.za to book Visit www.badisa.org.zafor moreinformation about thegolf day.
. TheR5book sale at the Durbanville Children’s Homewilltakeplace on Thursday 26 March and Friday 27 March from 09:00to15:00,and on Saturday 28 Marchfrom09:00 to 13:00atthe reception area Therewillbealarge selectionoffiction, non-fiction, coffee-table and children’sbooks,aswellasCDs and DVDs. Bring your ownbagsorboxes. Card facilitieswill be available
FRIDAY27MARCH
. TheThrift forGood Market returns to Blue Route Mall in Tokaifrom27–29 March. Thethree-daymarket willfeature acurated selectionofpre-loved clothing, footwear andaccessories, giving shoppersthe chance to discoveruniquefashion findswhile supporting threelocal charities: TheSalvationArmy, U-Turn CharityShop and Help the RuralChild.The market willtakeplace on the Ground FloorofBlueRoute Mall, with free entryand tradinghours from 09:00to17:00 daily
SATURDAY28MARCH
. TheFriendsofEdgemead Libraryare hosting a secondhand booksaleonSaturday28March from 09:00 to 12:00 at the Edgemead Library. Alarge selection of donated adultand children’sfiction and non-fiction books as well as puzzles,CDs, DVDs and magazineswillbeavailable forsale. Prices rangefrom R5 upwardsper item.Cardpaymentsare accepted for purchasesofR50 and over. We look forwardtoseeing youthere.
Applynowfor schoolplacements
The clock is ticking forWestern Cape parents as the crucial school admissionapplication window for 2027 is officiallyopen, with just over a monthremaining before thedeadline.
The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) opened applications on Tuesday 10 March, forlearners entering Grade R, Grade 1, or Grade 8in2027. Parents have until Tuesday 14 April to submittheir applications. Officialsare urging families not to leave it until the last minute.
TIMEISOFTHEESSENCE
"Applyingduring the on-time window is essential to ensure thatyour child is includedinthe first round of applications," the department stressed. With thousandsoffamilies vying for school places, thosewho submitearly have thebest chance of securing their preferredschool
Lateapplications create significant strain on thesystem andcan delay the placement process, potentially leaving childrenwithoutguaranteed spotsattheir chosen schools.
Parents whohaven'tyet applied should immediately gatherthese essential documents:
. Your child's mostrecent official school report (if applicable);
. Certifiedproof of identity: birth certificate, ID,orpassport;
. For foreign learners: passport, study permit, permit application proof, or parent'sasylumseeker/refugee permit;
. Immunisation card(Road to Health Certificate) for primary school
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In their petition, residents urge the City of Cape Town to refuse or significantly reconsiderthe development application.
“While we support responsible and sustainable development, we believe the current proposal raises serious concerns for residents, infrastructureand the longterm character of Durbanville,”according to thepetition
“We therefore request that the City refuse theapplication in itscurrent form or delay anyapproval until critical issuesare fully addressed. Residentsare concernedthat existing infrastructure —includingthe Fisantekraal
WastewaterTreatment Works and surrounding networks —may not yet havesufficient operational capacity. Approving development before confirmed infrastructure upgrades are fully completed risks sewer overflows, water pressure problems andincreased service failuresfor existing residents,” according to thepetition
INCREASEDTRAFFICCONGESTION
Increased traffic congestion and road safety risks are another issue mentioned in thepetition
“The proposeddevelopment could generatesubstantial additional traffic affecting RacecourseRoad, St Johns Road, Bowlers Avenue, Queen Street and surroundingresidential roads such as BassonStreet. These roads already experience congestion, particularly duringschool peak hours. Residentsare concernedthat traffic mitigation plans are based on data that is already out of date, conceptualand notguaranteed, while the development scale is significant.”
LOSSOFOPENSPACE
Anothercritical aspect mentioned is the loss of importantopen space.
“Open space areasplay avital role in environmentalprotection, stormwater management, preserving Durbanville’s landscape character, providing visual reliefand ecological continuity. Rezoning this land for dense development would permanently alter the planning framework that residents have relied upon.
. Proof of residence such as municipal accounts, lease agreements, or residence affidavits. If standard identitydocuments aren't available, apolice affidavit will be accepted.
HELPISAVAILABLE
Theonline admissions system is zerorated, so parents won't use mobile data when accessing the platform.
Step-by-step guidance and video tutorials are available on the websitetohelp parents navigate the application process smoothly. Pop-upadmission sites are currently operating across the province to assist parents who need help with online applications or lack internet access. Details of theselocations are available on the WCED website.
Parents who gather theirdocuments and apply in time give themselves the best chance of securing theirchild's preferred school placement.
"Don't wait until the lastweek,"the department warns. "Apply now while you still have time to address any potential issues with your application."
. Visit: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/ education/service/learner-admissionsfor more informationand to submit applications.
restrictive title conditions that historically helped protect the character and planning expectations of the area. Removing theseprotections fundamentally changes the development rightsassociated with the property and the surrounding neighbourhood,”according to the petition.
IMPACTONRESIDENTIALCHARACTER
“The scale and density of the proposed development may result in increased noise and light pollution, reduced privacy for neighbouring homes, increased traffic infiltration intoresidential streets and pressure on local services and parking.
“Many residentschose to live in Durbanville because of itslower-density village character and open landscapes, which may be significantly affected by this proposal,” according to the petition.
POLICINGUNDER-RESOURCED
Theimpact on community services such as policing is also addressed in the petition.
“The police service is already under-resourced when compared to the standards set for police per 1000 residents,”according to the petition.
STILLINADVERTISINGSTAGE
According to EddieAndrews, the City of Cape Town’sdeputy mayor and Mayco member for spatial planning and environment, aresponse to the petition and any other inputsorcomments received will be sent to the applicant for theirresponse before the matter is tabled at the municipal planning tribunal.
“The application is in the advertising stage. The purpose of thisstage is to obtain inputsfrom the publicand the City’s internal technical departments. The technical departments will then consider capacity issues, assess the specialist studies provided and related matters,”he says.
Theapplication may be inspected on weekdays from 08:00 to 14:30 at the district office.
. Objections, commentsorrepresentations about theproposalmustbesubmittedonthe prescribedformwith reasonstocomments_ objections.northern@capetown.gov.za.The prescribedformcan be downloadedathttp:// www.capetown.gov.za/LandUseObjections.
Newheritagekitchen opensatMeerendal
Tocelebrate the heritageofMeerendal Wine Estate as awine farm since 1702, the new restaurant on the farmwas aptly named 1702 Heritage Kitchen.
Dr Winifred Bowman from Camps Bay, aCape Wine Master and afamily friend, said at the official opening lastWednesday evening of the new restaurant —formerly knownasLaRomantica –the farm boasts two of the oldest vineyardblocksinthe Wine of Origin Cape Town district, which includes Philadelphia, Cape Town and Constantia.
The two vineyard blocks are its five hectare heritage pinotage block, planted in
1702 KITCHEN CELEBRATES WINE ROOTS
1955 and relatedtothe original pinotage cultivardeveloped by Prof Izak Perold in 1925,and its historical 25-vine row of Muscat d'Alexandrie (also known as hanepoot), whichdates back to 1938 or earlier and is registered with the OldVine Project
The vines are certified as the oldest producing vineyard in the Wine of Origin Cape Town district. It is thesame cultivar the very first wine was made of in South Africa in 1659. Wade Roger-Lund, cellar master,saiditishis pleasure to work with ablock of pinotage thatisdouble hisage.
"I also get to work witha row of Muscat that is three times olderthanme. So, before my parents andmygrandparents even thoughtabout my parents, that block of Muscat was there,"hesaid.
Aletta andHermanCoertze,owners of Meerendal Wine Estate,Bedelia en Bennie Piek,co-owners of 1702 HeritageKitchen,and Wade Roger-Lund,cellar
D’ville harvestunder stars
The Durbanville Wine Valley celebrated its harvest last Thursdayevening under a canopyofstars at its11wineries.
Wine pairedwithfood was served. The tastings rooms at theparticipating farms extended their hours andwere open until 21:00 forthishighlight on the Durbanville Wine Valley calendar.
Esmé Erasmus wasatKlein Roosboom BoutiqueWinery to capture the spirit
master.
Wade Roger-Lund,cellar master of MeerendalWine Estate,skillfully opens abottleofchampagne with his sabragetechnique to mark the openingofthe new restaurant PHOTOS: ESMÉ ERASMUS
Here stomping grapes at Klein Roosboom Boutique Winerywere(back from left) Elaine vanZyl,Erna Albersand KarenBadenhorst.Infront areCheryl Vos and Soné Swart. PHOTO:DANIE NEL PHOTOGRAPHY
Luné Niemann (left) and NicoleMasters,bothfrom Durbanville,rang the bell fora glass of bubblyat Klein Roosboom Boutique Wines.
Guests relaxedatthe harvest festival of Durbanville Wine Valley at Maastricht Wines.
PHOTO:DANIE NELPHOTOGRAPHY
Theyouth canleadus outofthe darkness
On the precipice of the Vietnam war, famous folk singer Bob Dylan once sung: "Well you better start swimming oryou'll sink like astone cause the timesthey area-changin".
These timeless words seem so prescient and ominous in the uncertain times we find ourselves today, in thewakeofthe bloody war in the Middle-East, inflation, the Ukraine invasion, Trump's presidency and Artificial Intelligence (AI) modifying and "streamlining" the way we work. Sadly, the skills more people are developing lately are related to howto "perfect" their AI prompts to visualise aconcept instead of struggling to understand photography or learn an instrument and use critical thinking. Idread the long-term effects on our brain processing power after decadesof relying on producing prompts instead of pondering and solving some of the problems ourselves.
It is often said that each generation assumes they are living in the "end times", while the one preceding it feels that today's youth are "doomed, spoilt, entitled" and frying theirbrains with TikTokand Instagram.
Whether it's thebaby boomers emerging from World War 2, millennials witnessing changes in music, movies and computers reshaping our daily lives.
Today we find Gen-Z caught in the throes of social media, political turmoil between the left and theright andsurviving a pandemic that shackled the world to slow down.
However, Ifind Gen-Z's social consciousness and urge to call out injustice when it comes to racismand discrimination so importantand so inspiring when it comes to uniting in the nameoflove, peace and understanding, especially with thefar-rightsoeagerto mock and belittle their voices and stake in the world.
Sadly, some of us lack the curiosity and empathy to imagine what its like growing up in adifferent background, culture, way of eatingand celebrating life. Each of us is swimming in adark, mysterious current that can drown us or inspireusto swim. As ordinarycitizens we have to navigate, survive the challenges that meet us in each revolving era, God forbid we find ourselves in World War 3.
We owe it to our children and the next generation who are hungrytohelp the world and live alife that is unique to them, to support them and guide them on their mission to make their mark in society.
Our parentsalways speak fondlyofthe golden oldies they listened to growing up like the Bee Gee's, Bob Marley and Whitney Houston and simpler times, so tooare the next wave of youth eager to see how today'sartists will provide the soundtrack to their lives.
There's areason why the 80s sounded different to the 90s, anew dawnhad descendedwith new exciting ideas.
Thus Iremain optimistic that the youth can lead us out of the darkness thatbreeds division, hatred, warfare and deliverus to amoment in time where we canspeak to each other around atable insteadof shouting and justifying our opinions
Amidst the social upheaval of the 60s another inspiring tune by TheBeatles echoed on the airwaves and still soothes to this daywith the simple message which said, "all you need is love".
This simple mantracan healthe world for those who wish to listen and thosewho choose to care.
-KEANANHARMSE
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