TygerBurger | Durbanville | E-Edition | 5 November 2025

The Kennel Union of Southern Africa Classic Dog Sport Weekend took place from Friday 31 October to Sunday 2 November at the Theo Marais Sports Ground in Milnerton The event brought together elite canine competitors and their handlers from across the country to compete in high-energy sports including flyball,agility,obedience,rally, carting,and dog jumping Pictured are Siia and her owner Annaret Meintjes from Goedemoed, Durbanville on the agility course.Siia is the reserve national champion in Dog Jumping: Intermediate (second place) and the champion in Agility: Intermediate..Visit www.tygerburger. co za for more photos and results

ENVIRONMENTAL

AUTHORISATION ISSUED DESPITE FEARS OF NOISE POLLUTION, TRAFFIC CONGESTION

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Cape Winelands Airport has received environmental authorisation (EA) from the provincial department of environmental affairs and development planning (DEADP), marking a key step forward in the planned airport expansion

The authorisation was officially issued last Monday 27 October

despite fears of noise pollution, traffic congestion and others

The planned expansion of Cape Winelands Airport is expected to be an investment of approximately R8 billion into the economy of the Western Cape, according to a media release by the airport

“Thegrantingof environmental authorisationisan importantvalidation...”

- Deon Cloete

MAJORMILESTONE

This approval marks a major milestone in the progression of the project and authorises the applicant, Capewinelands Aero, to proceed with a phased expansion across 883ha that will transform the existing facility into a major

One of the biggest infrastructure projects in the City of Cape Town, it is anticipated to open in 2028

WHAT’S ON / WAT IS WAAR

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WEDNESDAY5NOVEMBER

. Kraaifontein Library is hosting World Kindness Day at 10:00 Their knitting group will be donating handmade items to Huis Magdalena, and a representative from the organisation will join in on the day . Die Vriende van Bracken nooi die gemeenskap uit na 'n volmaanstaptog in die Bracken-natuurreservaat Ontmoet by die reservaat se ingang om 19:00 en geniet die sonsondergang by die kanon om 19:15 voordat almal om 19:30 op 'n nagstaptog van 'n uur lank vertrek. Bring peuselhappies, 'n flitslig en geskikte stapskoene saam. Hierdie geleentheid is 'n wonderlike kans om 'n rustige aand buite met familie en vriende te geniet en die naglewe van die reservaat te verken. Kontak André by 071 089 9503 vir meer inligting oor die reservaat

FRIDAY7NOVEMBER

. Edgemead Family Night Market takes place at the Edgemead Community Hall, 83 Edgemead Drive 16:00 tp 21:00 Craft, Bric a Brac, food, live music and fun for the whole family

SATERDAG8NOVEMBER

. Die Wes-Kaapse tak van die Broodboomvereniging van Suid-Afrika (BVSA) hou sy jaarlikse ope dag en plantverkoping op van 09:00 tot 15:00 in Tara, Durbanville 'n Verskeidenheid broodbome is weer vanjaar beskikbaar, terwyl ander skaars en eksotiese plante ook te koop sal wees. Die ope dag en verkoping vind plaas by Krisantslot 1 in Tara. Toegang is gratis. Mense kan ook op die dag by die vereniging aansluit teen R260 per jaar om hul kennis van broodbome uit te brei.

. A book sale will be held at the market on at Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre from 09:00 to 14:00 The market is held every second Saturday of the month at the centre at 18 Hafele Street, Durbanville There will be R5 books for sale Contact Terence on (WhatsApp) 082 224 5454 or Allen on 078 393 5924 for more information.

. Coin enthusiasts are in for a treat as the Cape Town Coin Show returns to the Century City Convention Centre Running from 10:00 to 16:00 with free entry, the event will showcase accredited international and local coin dealers. A major highlight of the show will be the exclusive release of a limited-edition silver Kruger Rand featuring the iconic Cape Town skyline . Christ the Mediator Church in Portland, Mitchell's Plain, will host its annual bazaar at the church on 8 November at 08:00 The pageants include Mr Legs for men of all ages and Granny's Got Groove, for the sassiest, most stylish and funkiest grannies. The seven-a-side soccer tournament will be for girls and boys and will take place from 09:30 For more information, call the office at 021 3922 850 or send a WhatsApp message to 076 775 2013.

WEDNESDAY12NOVEMBER

. The South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence will be hosting a Drug Testing Workshop This one-day workshop will run from 09:00 to 15:00 and carries 5.5 CPD points. The cost is R1 200 per person, and the venue will be confirmed closer to the time

THURSDAY20NOVEMBER

. Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre will host its annual golf day this year again at Durbanville Golf Club The 4BBB Stableford will start at 11:00 The entry fee is R2 800 per four-ball or R700 per golfer Sponsorships are R700 per wet hole (snacks and drinks are welcome). All fees should be paid by Thursday 28 October to secure your booking. Contact Rosabelle Riese on 081 497 4044 or 072 521 1160 (WhatsApp only) or by email to riese2608@gmail. com with enquiries.

SATERDAG22NOVEMBER

. ATKV-Crescendo bied 'n gratis liedjieskryf-werksessie saam met kunstenaars soos Deon Meiring van Glaskas, Olga Leonard en Jitsvinger by The Father's Heart in Milkwoodstraat in Greenville, Fisantekraal aan. Dit begin om 09:00 Registrasie begin reeds om 08:30 Besoek www crescendo co.za om vir dié gratis werksessie te bespreek.

SUNDAY30NOVEMBER

. Cape Town will once again light up the summer sky as thousands gather on the Grand Parade and along Adderley Street for the 56th edition of the Festive Lights Switch-On from 16:00

THURSDAY4DECEMBER

. Oom Piets Christmas Party is back. For the first time since covid, the Rotary Club of Durbanville is once again hosting the magical fantasy evening for families from Thursday 4 December to Saturday 13 December Bring your picnic basket and enjoy a fabulous joyous evening All proceeds go to helping uplifting the community Bookings now open on Quicket For anymore information, call Carol on 083 261 9840

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The Durbanville CBD Watch, an initiative affiliated with AfriForum, continues to pioneer a proactive, data-driven approach to manage street people in the Durbanville Central Business District (CBD)

In partnership with Durbanville police, City of Cape Town's law enforcement department and Mould Empower Serve (MES), a joint operation was conducted on the evening of Friday 17 October to profile and assist people living on the streets marking another milestone in this coordinated urban safety and social outreach model

The evening operation brought together a multi-disciplinary team representing all key stakeholders, including senior police officers, law enforcement officers, MES social support staff, Durbanville CBD Watch members, as well as security officers of CDF and Titanium armed response units to ensure the safety of social workers during the operation

OUTSTANDINGWARRANTS

Fingerprints were taken of the street people encountered and the person was profiled, allowing the police to identify people with outstanding warrants

MES introduced social assistance through Mi-Change vouchers to provide both immediate relief and a gateway to further support

“For the first time, we saw mobile fingerprinting in action,” said Richard Downing, chair of the Durbanville CBD Watch

“This ensures that our interventions are both compassionate and accountable combining safety, data, and social responsibility in one framework,” he says

PROACTIVEMODEL

The Durbanville CBD Watch model, which was launched in 2023, has evolved

WATCH STRENGTHENS PARTNERSHIPS TO IMPROVE SAFETY

from reactive enforcement into a proactive and evidence-based system built on four key pillars

"This includes monitoring regular, coordinated patrols maintain real-time insight into the situation of displaced persons across the CBD; collaboration partnerships with police, law enforcement and MES have been strengthened,"

Downing says

"The lastest operation was personally supported by Col Gonum Munsamy, station commander, and Capt Berenice Cloete, commander of visible policing," he says

"It also includes data and profiling Systematic profiling allows targeted followups whether for social reintegration or law enforcement intervention It also includes integrated assistance and social aid, such as Mi-Change vouchers, which is delivered alongside enforcement efforts, ensuring a balanced humanitarian approach

"This coordinated system has already delivered tangible results," Downing says "Over the past 24 months, the number of displaced persons sleeping in the Durbanville CBD has been reduced by 50%, demonstrating the effectiveness of consistent monitoring and collaboration," he says

SUSTAININGSAFETYANDDIGNITY

"The Durbanville CBD Watch continues to refine this integrated model one that respects human dignity while maintaining public safety and order You can’t manage what you don’t measure,” adds Downing “Through responsible profiling, data

FCD needs furniture for new building

FCD Skills Centre in Durbanville has recently moved to its news premise at Durbanville Town Centre and is in need of some items to make their new space welcoming and inspiring

The centre is now situated on the top floor of the building previously known as Queen s Corner The centre had to move in December last year for extensive upgrading of the Durbanville Town Centre, which reopened about two weeks ago

They are specifically looking for outdoor furniture for student break times, a large TV screen for the additional classroom, and indoor and outdoor plants to beautify the new centre

INCREASEDCAPACITY

Over the past year, 440 beneficiaries participated in training, with 85% of

graduates becoming economically active, says Jane Gelderman, chief executive officer The move to the new training centre provides increased capacity and infrastructure to impact more lives, Gelderman says "The centre can now host up to 50 students at any given time through three spacious training rooms instead of only two previously, offering a positive and welcoming space not only for students but also for staff and volunteers," she says "The new space represents more than just growth in size it is a hub of opportunity and hope," Gelderman says FCD also continues to run skills programmes and support services at their Fisantekraal branch in Greenville . Contact FCD Skills Centre on 072 561 1902 or info@fisantekraal.org.za to donate or for more information.

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The approval follows an extensive environmental assessment and consultation process undertaken in full compliance with the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA)

The authorisation is the culmination of more than two years of dedicated environmental planning and public participation, including four rounds of public consultation, two open days, and over 40 specialist studies assessing environmental, social, and technical factors With this authorisation now in place, the environmental practitioners have 14 days to formally notify all registered interested and affected parties

“The granting of environmental authorisation is an important validation of the extensive work and consultation that has gone into ensuring this project meets the highest environmental and community standards,” says Deon Cloete, managing director of Cape Winelands Airport

NEXTPHASE

The next phase will focus on developing the detailed plans and implementation measures as stipulated by DEADP before any construction-related activities begin

The Cape Winelands Airport expansion project aims to establish a modern, multipurpose regional airport that enhances connectivity, supports economic growth and unlocks new opportunities for trade, tourism, and industry across the Western Cape, according to the media release

The proposed project entails the expansion of the existing Cape Winelands Airport in a phased development approach

This includes the realignment of the primary runway (01/19) and extending its length to 3,5 km The development will also include comprehensive airside infrastructure such as taxiways, aircraft parking stands, refuelling systems and cargo facilities

The expansion plans include a new boutique terminal building with modern facilities, such as efficient check-in counters with advanced technology for swift processing, spacious and comfortable waiting lounges with ergonomic seating and an array of retail options

CATALYSTFORPOSITIVEIMPACT

The airport is expected to sustain about 35 000 direct and indirect jobs and could sustain just over 100 000 direct and indirect jobs during its initial 20 years of operation The development represents an expected initial investment of approximately R8 billion in Cape Town, which will deliver the terminal buildings, runway and a 450ha developable estate However, the approval comes with a substantial environmental cost The

development will result in wetland loss across the site, which authorities plan to offset through biodiversity programmes elsewhere in the region

Local residents who wish to appeal the decision have until 19 November to submit their objections under the National Appeal Regulations The environmental authorisation document can be accessed on the consulting company’s website at https://phsconsulting co za/proposedexpansion-of-cape-winelands-airport/ or viewed in hard copy at the Fisantekraal Public Library

. A prescribed appeal form, responding statement form, as well as assistance regarding the appeal processes is obtainable from www. westerncape.gov.za/eadp or the office of the minister at 021 483 3721 or email to DEADP Appeals@westerncape.gov.za

Durbanville Town Centre Vier ’n Vars Nuwe Begin

Durbanville Town Centre het

a m p t e l i k s y s p l i n t e r n u w e voorkoms onthul – en daarmee ’n opwindende nuwe hoofstuk vir e e n v a n d i e N o o r d e l i k e Voorstede se gewildste inkopiesentrums ingelui Die herbekendstellingsgeleentheid, wat op 23 Oktober plaasgevind h e t , h e t g e m e e n s k a p s l e d e , plaaslike besighede en gaste bymekaar gebring om hierdie besonderse transformasie te vier.

Met sy moderne ontwerp, vars a f w e r k i n g s e n g e m e e nskapsgerigte karakter bied Durbanville Town Centre nou ’n inkopie-ervaring wat eg, warm en verwelkomend voel Die v e r n u w i n g w e e r s p i e ë l d i e sentrum se verbintenis tot Durbanville se ryk geskiedenis, terwyl dit die groeiende en dinamiese aard van die gemeenskap omarm.

Die nuwe verbeterde sentrum spog met gewilde plaaslike handelsmerke tot gerieflike e e t p l e k k e e n n o o d s a a k l i k e dienste – wat dit die ideale eenstopbestemming maak vir inwoners en besoekers Kopers kan nou ’n aangenamer ervaring geniet met verbeterde fasiliteite, opgraderings aan die parkering en stylvolle landskapontwerp

wat Durbanville se unieke karakter weerspieël.

“Ons wou ’n ruimte skep wat werklik aan die mense van Durbanville behoort – ’n plek waar gerief, gemeenskap en styl b y m e k a a r k o m , ” h e t d i e bestuurspan tydens die bekendstelling gesê “Hierdie projek gaan oor meer as net bakstene en verf – dit gaan oor die herlewing van die hart van die dorp.”

Die herbekendstelling was ’n v r o l i k e g e l e e n t h e i d m e t lewendige vermaak, geskenkies

en aktiwiteite vir die hele gesin, die begin van ’n nuwe tydperk vir hierdie geliefde sentrum.

Met sy fokus op kwaliteit, gemeenskapsverbondenheid en plaaslike trots, nooi Durbanville Town Centre almal uit om dit self te kom beleef

Durbanville Town Centre –Die Hart van die Gemeenskap.

Community step up for street people

Cape Town residents stepped up to support a meaningful cause on Saturday 25 October, as the city hosted its first World Homeless Day Fun Walk, bringing awareness to homelessness while fostering community spirit

The event, organised by nonprofit organisation Mould Empower Serve (MES) in partnership with Bellville Athletic Club, drew participants together for more than just exercise

The 2,5-kilometer walk served as a platform to raise awareness about homelessness in South Africa and promote the importance of responsible giving

BUILDINGBRIDGESTHROUGHACTION

Following the walk, participants gathered for a traditional Boerewors braai and engaged in open discussions designed to foster connection, reflection, and deeper understanding of homelessness issues affecting local communities

The collaborative atmosphere encouraged meaningful conversations about how residents can make a positive impact "This isn't just about walking," explains MES’s Lunar Magidigidi

The Cape Town event was part of MES's broader initiative, with similar fun walks taking place in other South African cities including Gqeberha and Kempton Park

AWARENESS

This coordinated effort demonstrates a growing national awareness and commitment to addressing homelessness through community engagement

The World Homeless Day Fun Walk represents a shift toward more thoughtful, community-driven approaches to social challenges

The success of this inaugural Cape Town event suggests that residents are eager for meaningful ways to contribute to their community's wellbeing, setting a positive precedent for future awareness initiatives

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After more than six decades of serving the northern suburbs community, the iconic M-KEM 24 Hour Pharmacy in Bellville is embarking on an exciting new chapter as UniCare 24/7 Trusted Health, while maintaining its commitment to providing uninterrupted health-care services to local families.

The transition, announced by founder Hylton Mallach, fondly known as Mr M, comes as part of M-KEM’s partnership with Clicks Holdings, established in 2023 For Bellville residents who have relied on the pharmacy’s roundthe-clock services for generations the change represents continuity rather than disruption

“When I first opened the doors of M-KEM in 1964 my dream was simple, to create a pharmacy that puts people first,” reflected Mallach, whose vision has served countless northern suburbs families through medical emergencies, late-night needs and everyday health-care requirements

He no longer serves as the owner of M-KEM as the Clicks Group has been the owner since 2023

The pharmacy made history in the Western Cape when it pioneered 24-hour pharmaceutical services “In 1999 M-KEM became one of the first pharmacies in South Africa to be open 24 hours a day, ensuring care was always available, day or night,” Mallach noted, a service that has

M-KEM IS NOW PART OF CLICKS HOLDINGS

become essential for Bellville and surrounding communities

COMMUNITYCORNERSTONE REMAINSUNCHANGED

For loyal customers concerned about changes to their trusted healthcare provider, Mallach offered reassurance: “What does this mean for me as a customer?

The answer is simple: everything you love about M-KEM stays exactly the same ”

The familiar faces behind the counter, the specialised clinics and the gold-standard service that has made M-KEM a community institution will continue unabated

The pharmacy’s location in Bellville remains the same as is the round-the-clock availability that has made it a lifeline for emergency medications and urgent healthcare needs continues without interruption

“Today I am honoured to share some exciting news about our future

“In 2023, M-KEM proudly became part of Clicks Holdings, and with this partnership comes the opportunity to take the very best of M-KEM and expand it further than ever before,”

Mallach explained

The rebranding to UniCare 24/7 Trusted Health represents more than just a name change; it signals the recognition of a

uniquely successful community pharmacy model that is now set to benefit other South African communities

The M-KEM approach, characterised by treating health care as personal rather than transactional, has proven so successful in Bellville that it will now serve as the template for a new network of communityfocused pharmacies nationwide

“This transition is not an ending,” Mallach emphasised, "but the continuation of a legacy, one that I am personally proud to endorse "

LOOKINGAHEADWHILE HONOURINGTHEPAST

As Bellville prepares to welcome the UniCare era the community can take pride in knowing its local pharmacy is the gold standard for community health care in South Africa

The model of care developed in the northern suburbs will now extend its reach to help other communities across the country

For Bellville residents the message is clear: while the name above the door may change the community-centred care that has defined M-KEM for 60 years continues stronger than ever under the UniCare banner

The pharmacy continues to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at its familiar Bellville location, ensuring the northern suburbs community never goes without essential health-care services

‘n Paar van Dameskring Bergsig se oudonderwysers saam met die gasspreker, George Germishuys (voor in die middel), afgetrede hoof van die Hoërskool Durbanville Hulle is (agter van links) Mariëtte Kleinhans, Freda du Plessis,Dorette Germishuys,Lida Avenant,Sunette Smith en Magdaleen Joubert Voor by Germishuys is Aletta Baard

Dameskring verwelkom Germishuys

Die Dameskring Bergsig-tak het onlangs vir George Germishuys, afgetrede hoof van die Hoërskool Durbanville, as gasspreker verwelkom om Onderwysmaand in Oktober te vier "Alhoewel Germishuys die geweldige uitdagings in Suid-Afrikaanse onderwys in geen onduidelike taal uitgespel het nie, het hy daarin geslaag om die gehoor positief oor die onderwys te laat dink," het Mariëtte Kleinhans, ondervoorsitter van die Dameskring Bergsig, gesê

"Die kern van sy boodskap was dat onderwysers waardeer moet word in ‘n baie moeilike tyd waaronder onderwys op die oomblik gebuk gaan Onderwysers en skole moet ondersteun word, sodat onderwys in die gemeenskap kan floreer en uitgebou word," het Kleinhans gesê

Advanced Health restoresvision

Several patients are now seeing the world anew with laughter and courage at Advanced Durbanville Surgical Centre after they have received free cataract surgeries What begun with a few nerves and gentle reassurances always ends in laughter, hugs and bright new vision That was once again the scene at Advanced Durbanville Surgical Centre last week, where nine of 11 patients received free cataract surgeries under the skilled care of Dr Junet van der Merwe (ophthalmologist) and Dr Matthys pop

NINE PATIENTS REGAIN CLEAR VISION AFTER QUICK, COST-EFFECTIVE CATARACT OPERATIONS

"The reality remains that across South Africa, thousands are still waiting

Teenwin globalt

A13-year-old teen from Durbanville has made South Africa proud by winning not only one, but two international titles Miss Princess Teen Universe 2025 and Junior Top Model of the World 2025 to 2026 at the global competition held in Turkey.

Mila Meyer began her modelling journey just over a year ago when she joined ACE Models Durbanville under the guidance of her coach, Bianca Edwards

Since then, she has achieved remarkable success, collecting numerous awards and titles that reflect her dedication, poise and passion for the industry

Beyond the stage, Mila loves giving back She has been collecting soft toys to donate to children battling cancer and tuberculosis, spreading comfort and hope through small acts of kindness, says her grandmother, Miranda Meyer

"During her year of reign as Miss Princess Teen Universe, she hopes to encourage others to join her in making a difference supporting communities and children wherever there is a need," she says

CHALLENGES

Mila's journey, however, is much more than crowns and titles Mila was born with auditory processing disorder, a condition that makes speech and language processing challenging At the age of seven, she struggled to form full sentences and often withdrew from speaking altogether

"Through the support, acceptance and sisterhood she found at ACE Models, Mila’s confidence began to shine She now not only speaks with confidence, but she comfortably addresses audiences on the microphone and answers judges’ questions with grace

"The feedback she receives is often that her answers are refreshingly honest and beautifully authentic Mila has a heart of gold and it’s this genuine, kind nature that

Gratiswerksessie inliedjieskryf

Met nog net twee maande oor, word aspirant-liedjieskrywers aangemoedig om hul oorspronklike liedjie vir die ATKV-Crescendo-mentorskapprogram in 2026 in te skryf

Om voornemende deelnemers by te staan, word ’n aantal gratis liedjieskryfwerksessies oor die land heen aangebied onder meer op Saterdag 22 November in Fisantekraal

Inskrywings om deel te wees van hierdie unieke mentorskapprogram in Maart en April aanstaande jaar in die Paarl sluit op 31 Desember Tien voornemende kunstenaars gaan gekies word om saam

met ander musikante met dieselfde passie vir musiek en lirieke hierdie program by te woon, waar bekendes in die SuidAfrikaanse musiekbedryf hulle gaan touwys maak om ’n volhoubare loopbaan van musiek te maak

Die onderwerpe wat aangebied word, wissel van die kuns van goeie lirieke tot hoe om musiek te skryf wat deur radiostasies gespeel gaan word, hoe om kaartjiepryse te bepaal en hoe sosialemediabemarking werk

“Jy kry soms net een kans As jy ’n liedjie het, of woorde het, skryf in Wie weet – dis dalk jou tyd,” nooi die organiseerdeers

“Die talent uit hierdie mentorskapprogram het die ATKV genoop om ATKV-Crescendo-produksies te begin om finaliste te help om hul liedjies, albums en musiekvideo’s vry te stel,” sê die projekorganiseerder, Morné van Staden

GRATISWERKSESSIE

ATKV-Crescendo gaan op 22 November die gratis liedjieskryf-werksessie by The Father’s Heart in Milkwoodstraat in Greenville, Fisantekraal aanbied Dit begin om 09:00 Registrasie begin reeds om 08:30

Besoek www crescendo co za om vir dié gratis werksessie te bespreek . Kunstenaars hoef nie ’n werksessie by te woon om in te skryf nie Besoek www crescendo org.za om liedjies digitaal in te skryf

fun walk in every way they could - from being pushed in their wheelchairs to pushing trolleys

Fun walk at Legato

Legato Retirement Village in Durbanville presented its fourth annual Linette Teepe Fun Walk recently

Although the day turned out to be too hot for some of the residents, who preferred to rather watch proceedings from shady vantage spots, about 40 residents took to the streets in the retirement village

Many walkers were in their late 70’s or mid 80’s and braved the hot conditions with bottled water in hand Using a variety of age-related walking aids, including 4 x 4’s (walking chair with four wheels), walking sticks, motorised chairs and of course the old fashion legs, the

participants walked the course at their own pace, says Daniel Rossouw of Legato Retirement Village

"It was an ideal opportunity to get in some exercise, as well as to socially mix with other residents," he says At the end of the course, goodie bags were handed to all by Alicia Kotze of Linette Teepe Boerewors sausages were donate for hot dogs

As part of the fundraising efforts to establish a new garden and meeting place, a raffle was presented in which a basket of goodies, donated by Linette Teepe, could be won

Book sale at Andries Olivier

A book sale will be presented at the market on Saturday 8 November at Andries Olivier Durbanville Quadriplegic Centre in Durbanville to raise funds for the centre

The market is presented every second Saturday of the month The market is held from 09:00 to 14:00 at the centre at 18 Hafele Street, Durbanville

There will be R5 books for sale Their well-stocked bookstore has books from a carefully curated collection, such as cookery books, interesting biographies, children’s books, South African interest and Afrikaans books

The names Snoopy, Peanuts, Snoopy, Giles, Andy Capp & Garfield conjure up a

load of laughs

Collections of these cartoons will be on sale at just R1 each New arrivals at the bookshop include children's books and science fiction novels by well-known authors such as Asimov, Dick, Zelazny also at only R5 each

If you love plants and wish to beautify your home and garden, you will also appreciate some reasonably priced plants on sale

People who prefer browsing during the week can pop in on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 to 15:00 . To donate books, drop them off at the centre or contact Terence (WhatsApp 082 224 5454) or Allen (078 393 5924) for more information.

Tyd wag vir niemand

Dis weer daai tyd van die jaar wanneer almal hoop dat tyd 'n klein bietjie vinniger kan aanbeweeg

Dit was 'n lang jaar; mense is moeg en wil gaan rus

Kersfees is om die draai en die feestyd begin oor minder as 'n maand Die Kersfeesversierings is op en Michael Buble, Boney M en Mariah Carey se bekende Kersliedjies speel weer binnekort oral in elke winkelsentrum

Ek is bly dat die feestyd aangebreek het en sien baie uit daarna Maar om eerlik te wees, ek wens soms dat die tyd 'n bietjie stadiger kan stap

Ek het so baie dinge gehad wat ek graag vanjaar wou gedoen het, maar 2025 het gekom en gegaan Dalk aanstaande jaar?

Maar ek weet vir 'n feit 2026 gaan ook seker in 'n oogwink verbygaan En voor ons dit weet, is dit al weer tyd vir die Wêreldbeker-rugbytoernooi in 2027

Kommentaar // Comments

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My seun se skooljaar in graad 2 vanjaar het ook gevlieg

Die arme klong het nog nie eens sy onderwyser gewoond geraak nie, en daar kry hy 'n nuwe een

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Ons samelewing is op 'n hasepad êrens of iewers heen, voel dit soms vir my Die hoogtepunt van baie mense se werksweek is die naweek wanneer ons vir twee dae kan afskakel, 'n vuurtjie kan aansteek, ‘n glas wyn kan drink en sport kan geniet

Vir ander wat die jaar hard gewerk het en byna geen breek geneem het nie, is daai hoogtepunt die feestyd, maar selfs die feestyd vlieg in n oogwink verby Voor ons ons oë kan uitvee, is dit Junie 2026 en winter

Ek weet dat die horlosie nie aangepas kan word nie en dat dit nie kan stilstaan nie Tyd staan vir niemand stil nie

Ek wens net soms dat die tyd net klein bietjie stadiger kan beweeg Waarom? Behalwe vir dit wat ek reeds genoem het, is daar soveel dinge wat ek as ouer nog wil doen met my seun

In 'n dokumentêre program onlangs sê 'n avontuurlustige aan die aanbieder, "ons het net een lewe, en dis nog nie eers 100 jaar nie " -RICHARDROBERTS

Embrace analog to balance digital life

Regarding the letter published on 29 October, it appears that the world has moved from physical childhood slavery to mental childhood slavery Meditation tai chi hiking many sports and activities away from computers help solve this problem I am a software developer with 40 years experience I hike I meditate I do tai chi I wear a 40-year-old watch that doesn’t count steps or tell me things I really don’t need to know On my bike, I don t use a headset or bluetooth

I don’t play computer games There are loads of great board games and there is my favourite activity, being able to have an old fashioned discussion without resorting to Google to check things I asked an electrical engineer friend a question the other day He said have you asked Google? I then emailed my

question to an electrical engineering professor I know, who I studied with in 1982, and he referred me to an electronic engineer who can solve the problem

We need to have digital and analog worlds I still have an old motorcycle with an analog speedometer I dislike these new digital speedometers which my car has, and which give one zero “distance”, zero reference point I live in Milnerton If people can get groups of 10 or more people (scholars included) together, I am willing to run weekly meditation and tai chi classes

People can email me (david@mypowerstation biz) WhatsApp notifications are switched off on my phone as they distract me too much

My personal view is that these activities increase people s brain power and ability to do more and stay

Weekend events gridlock city

I think it s time to say to the City administration: Wat genoeg is, is genoeg!

There is hardly a weekend going by without some or other huge event Now we just had this "Classic Motor Race” on an extremely busy Kgosana Drive It’s been poorly planned and seriously inconvenienced probably 100 000 residents who use the affected routes to travel between work and home daily The City no doubt made millions, but won't compensate even one of the affected citizens who’s travelling time will have been longer, using more fuel or paying more for taxi fare

If it’s not a marathon, it’s a huge football game in the stadium when thousands come in their cars gridlocking the city centre for hours (Sunday 5 October) I don’t know what the authorities did during the Western Cape in 2010, I wasn’t here, but I read about parking facilities to the east of the city centre and shuttle buses If then, why not now ?

Film crews hanging around everywhere blocking some roads even during the week or there is a fun walk, or the Cape Town Carnival, or beach Pro Volleyball in Camps Bay, as if that suburb isn’t congested enough It’s become almost impossible for large

coaches to drive along Victoria road any time on any day

The cruise ship season is here again when up to a dozen coaches depart from the cruise terminal on the days a ship is docked Driving up and down Kloof Nek road is a nightmare for the drivers, while turning into it coming from the cable way station in Tafelberg road is a lesson in extreme patience

Not to forget about the CTICC, hosting thousands of conference participants regularly, causing traffic along the adjacent roads to creep along at best Cape Town’s traffic control is totally out of sync at any time in the week, the City administration is out of touch with reality and staging such huge events is pleasuring relatively few yet causing thousands of the rate paying citizens much disruption

The time is long overdue when the number of huge events must be kept to a minimum, such as the traditional ones, Tweede Nuwejaar, the Two Oceans and the Argus

Additional ones should be limited to a maximum of maybe one a month, not like now when we have almost one every weekend

PETERSMULIK,Rugby

ahead of automation which started in 1760 with the first industrial revolution Imagine being able to work with and absorb and do two to 40 times more than you do now Imagine the ability to instantly recall things you learned years or decades ago Imagine learning techniques that allow you to remember things you think you have forgotten All possible Our brains are individually more powerful than every computer on the planet But do we have the user manual to use them efficiently and effectively? Meditation tai chi and other activities help to develop our brains and help to develop our intuition Intuition is knowing things we were never taught I use my intuition to find possible answers which I always research and check

DAVIDLIPSCHITZ,Milnerton

‘Not a mistake’

Your article “Milnerton High parent pleads for mercy on family (TygerBurger 29 October) refers

Where was the “mercy” for the victim of your son’s bullying behaviour?

This is not some alleged activity It was captured on video for all to see!

And to dismiss deliberate behaviour as a “mistake” is ludicrous

A mistake is when you add 2 + 2 and get 5

This deliberate behaviour caused both physical and emotional harm the victim will live with for the rest of his life

While you are scared to leave your house, imagine the horror endured by the victim having to go to school every day and having to face your son's assault, physical or verbal

This is not about you

It’s about the victim, so deal with it like the victim had to deal with being beaten by a gang of cowards and thugs

What will they be getting up to once they leave school?

Jail time is the only appropriate punishment

'NOBULL',Milnerton

Breastcancer statsshared

The Breathe Foundation and Catwalk Models International created awareness on breast cancer specifically breast cancer in men at the De Ville Centre in Durbanville on Saturday 25 October

"Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in South Africa, accounting for 14 to 23,2% of all female cancers," says Silvia Craucamp, chief executive officer of the Breathe Foundation and a sister in oncology

"While incidence rates vary between different population groups, the country has a higher breast cancer death rate than wealthier nations, often due to late diagnosis, limited healthcare access and more aggressive cancer subtypes The lifetime risk of developing breast cancer is approximately one in 27 for South African women," she says

VARIATIONBYRACE

"While white women have a higher incidence rate, coloured women may be diagnosed at a later stage possibly due to poor access to screening and treatment, according to Statistics South Africa," she says

"White women have a higher incidence rate (around one in 13), similar to Western countries, while African women have a lower rate (around one in 81), similar to Japan Risk increases with age, but many women under 40 are also diagnosed," Craucamp says

"The more aggressive triple-negative

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS RAISED AT DE VILLE CENTRE

breast cancer (TNBC) is more commonly diagnosed in younger women and can be harder to treat, according to Statistics South Africa," she says

MALEBREASTCANCER

"In South Africa, male breast cancer accounts for approximately 1,8% to 3% of all breast cancer cases, which is higher than the global average of less than 1%," she says

According to Dr Johan Blomerus from SCP Radiology on the website of Statistics South Africa, black men have higher incidence rates for all breast cancer subtypes

"Invasive ductal carcinoma is the most common type, and the survival rate is often lower than for women, emphasising the importance of early detection," according to the article

"The overall survival rate for men with breast cancer is currently lower compared to women highlighting the need for early diagnosis and treatment," according the article

Advice for breast cancer includes regular screening, starting in your 20s, with clinical exams every one to three years until age 40, then annually . Contact the Breathe Foundation on npobreathefoundation@gmail com with enquiries.

Vermaak // Entertainment

DAGBOEK / DIARY

. Dear Dolly & Kenny – A Tribute to Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers, a celebration of two country music legends is at Heroes Brackenfell on Thursday 6 November at 20:30 (doors open at 18:00). Tickets cost R180 to R220 Book at www.heroesbrackenfell.net or www.itickets.co.za.

. Summer Symphonies at the City Hall: The Egyptian is on Thursday 6 November at 19:30 Tickets from R190 to R450 at Webtickets.

. Wynand en Chereé is op Sondag 9 November om 14:00 by Heroes Brackenfell. Kaartjies kos R180 tot R220 Bespreek by www.brackenfell.net

. Far Gone - World Tour is at The Baxter Theatre from Tuesday 11 to Saturday 15 November A moving story of a young boy’s journey from childhood innocence to child soldier Tickets R150 to R200 at Webtickets

. Summer Symphonies at the City Hall: Violin is on Thursday 13 November at 19:30 Tickets from R190 to R450 at Webtickets.

. Nataniël: Catch Me Love is te sien in die Kun-

stekaap-teater van Donderdag 13 tot Sondag 16 November Met Charl du Plessis (klavier), Werner Spies (bas) en Peter Auret (tromme) Kaartjies kos R260 tot R330 by Webtickets

. Stuart Taylor’s, Odd Man Out is at The Baxter from 13 to 15 November Tickets from R180 at Webtickets . Cape Ballet Africa presents Giselle at The Baxter from 13 to 22 November Tickets at Webtickets . The Hugo Lambrechts Music Centre's Brass and Percussion Departmental Concert is on Friday 14 November at 18:00 Free entry

. Mark Haze: A Tribute to The Masters of Rock is op Vrydag 14 November om 20:30 by Heroes Brackenfell. Kaartjies kos R220 tot R260 Bespreek by www.heroesbrackenfell.net

. Zip Zap presents Take Me Home from 14 to 16 November The world-class acrobatics and choreography of Zip Zap’s seasoned performers with Freshlyground’s vibrant sound. Tickets R190 to R290 at Webtickets

Arts, culture and heritage projects can apply for City funding

The City of Cape Town has announced nearly R8 million in funding for arts, culture, and heritage projects over the next two financial years, with applications now open for local organisations looking to unlock creativity and empower communities across the city

The funding initiative, managed through the City’s arts and culture development department, aims to support sustainable cultural projects targeting young people aged seven to 35 years, as well as vulnerable groups including women, children, seniors, and persons with disabilities

“Arts, culture and heritage have the power to change lives,” said Francine Higham, Mayco member for community services and health

“They provide a space for people to discover their voice, for communities to come together and for our shared stories to be told The projects are also educational and can enhance and develop skills among our youth and vulnerable groups, especially in disadvantaged groups, to build a brighter future ”

FUNDINGBREAKDOWNANDREQUIREMENTS

Approximately R3,8 million will be allocated for each financial year, though organisations must submit separate applications for each year of funding

Eligible projects include programmes, productions, performances, public activations, and exhibitions, with particular emphasis on initiatives that are accessible and affordable to local communities

Projects must fall within one of five categories:

. Temporary public art;

. Visual and performing arts; . Heritage awareness and storytelling; . Therapeutic arts interventions; and . Music

APPLICATIONPROCESSANDDEADLINES

The application window closes on Wednesday 3 December

All submissions requiring official application forms available from subcouncil offices, the arts and culture branch, or online at www capetown gov za/grants-in-aid

Applications will be assessed against the Grants-in-aid Policy and must comply with the Municipal Financial Management Act Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted

INFORMATIONSESSIONSSCHEDULED

To assist potential applicants, the City has scheduled several information sessions where application criteria, compliance requirements, and other details will be explained:

WEDNESDAY5NOVEMBER:

. 10:00-11:00: Claremont Civic Centre; . 13:00-14:00: Sarepta Community Hall (Rietvlei Street)

THURSDAY6NOVEMBER:

. 10:00-11:00: Rylands Community Hall (38 Balu Parker Boulevard, Rylands, Athlone); . 13:00-14:00: Mowbray Town Hall (31A Main Road)

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to deliver on stated objectives, with a focus on projects that preserve Cape Town’s diverse heritage whilst creating new opportunities across communities . Contact Rhyno Jansen on 021 417 4104 or rhyno.jansen@capetown.gov.za for more information.

. Visit https://www capetown gov za/ local%20and%20communities/financialrelief-and-rebates/financial-support-services/ grants-in-aid for details on the Grants-in-Aid policy

’nWynmet’nstorie

DESIRÉERORKE

DESIREE RORKE@TYGERBURGER CO ZA

Daar is iets eerlik aan Merlot Dis sag, maar tog kompleks, soos n goeie gesprek met n ou vriend

Geleë teen die suidelike hange van die Tygerberg, het De Grendel Wyne verlede week n juweel van n wyn onthul die De Tijger Merlot 2022

Dié wyn is meer as net n oesjaar; dis n huldeblyk aan Suid-Afrika en sy mense

De Tijger se naam spruit uit die geskiedenis van die Tygerberg-heuwel, waar die landgoed se wingerde trots oor die stad uitkyk

"Die eerste Nederlandse settelaars het die geel kolle van die inheemse renosterveld vir tierkolle aangesien, en so het die naam 'Tygerberg' ontstaan," vertel die eienaar, Sir De Villiers Graaff, by die deftige bekendstelling op die wynlandgoed "Vandag is De Grendel ‘n WWFbewaringskampioen, trots om hierdie bedreigde ekostelsel te beskerm "

De Tijger se ontstaan is onlosmakend met die lewenswerk van die keldermeester Charles Hopkins verweef een van Suid-Afrika se mees gerespekteerde wynmakers Sy filosofie was nog altyd om die grond met eerbied te behandel en die volgende generasie wynmakers te begelei Sedert hy in 2005 aan die stuur van De Grendel se kelder staan, kombineer hy tegniese presisie met ‘n fyn aanvoeling en ervaring Hoewel sommige wynliefhebbers dikwels verby merlot op die rakke kyk, het Hopkins en die wynmaker Morgan Steyn

DIÉ WYN IS MEER AS NET `N OESJAAR; DIS ‘N HULDEBLYK AAN SUID-AFRIKA EN SY MENSE

nog altyd in dié druif se potensiaal geglo

Die druiwe kom uit die oudste blok op die landgoed hoog teen die hange, waar die Malmesbury-skalie en kleigrond natuurlike balans bring en die seebries van die Atlantiese Oseaan die vrugte vars hou

Die 2022-oesjaar was laat, met n paar warm dae wat die wynmaker se geduld getoets het, maar die resultaat was besonders handgeoesde druiwe,

sorgvuldig gefermenteer en vir 18 maande in Franse eikehout verouder

Slegs 15 vate is gemaak, en elke bottel dra daardie gevoel van "skaarsheid"

In die glas blink De Tijger in diep robynrooi, met note van swart kersies, donker pruime en swartbessies verweef met sederhout en mokkasjokolade Die afronding is lank en vol, met ` n aanloklike nasmaak van donker sjokolade en espresso

Dié merlot vra vir iets spesiaal op die tafel Dink aan geroosterde lam, stadig gestoofde beesribbetjies of eend met ‘n bessiesous

Glans Of, as jy verkies, ‘n bordjie verouderde cheddar en ‘n stukkie donker sjokolade

Dis 'n wyn wat nóú al lekker is, maar wat met gemak ‘n dekade kan verouder, sê kenners

Volgens Hopkins was daar lank ’n behoefte aan ’n Suid-Afrikaanse merlot met meer “gewig, rypheid en verouderingspotensiaal ”

De Tijger voldoen hieraan, maar sonder om sy oorspronklike karakter te verloor

“Suid-Afrika ontdek steeds sy merlotstorie,” meen Hopkins “Ons wil hê De Grendel moet deel wees van die skryf van daardie storie en om te bewys dat merlot hier net so gewaagd kan wees as in enige plek in die wêreld ”

Slegs 4 500 bottels van die De Tijger Merlot 2022 is gemaak, en is teen R350 by www degrendel co za, die De Grendelproelokaal en -restaurant, of landswyd via Meridian te koop

We wish to inform you that Road Construction activities are due to begin in Forest Drive, on Spine Road traffic circle going to Caltex traffic circle. The commence date is 15 November to 28 August 2026 Our working hours are as follows: Mondays to Fridays from 07h30 – 17h00 Saturdays 07h30 – 14h00 We wish to take this opportunity to apologise for any inconvenience caused by the construction. Please note that the Construction site is a restricted area and is out of bounds at all times. Please notify your children that this is a hazardous area

Thanking you for your assistance. Regards,

AMANDLA GCF

Site Manager: Asanda Ngxola 021 981 7070 Community Liasson Officer: Loyiso Martinus 068 484 4584

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DIE EERSTE EN FINALE LIKWIDASIE EN DISTRIBUSIEREKENING IN DIE BOEDEL VAN WYLE LYNETTE JANSEN, IDENTITEITSNOMMER 310624 0011 08 2, 'n WEDUWEE, EN WIE GEWOONLIK WOONAGTIG WAS TE 17 TIERBERG ROAD, BOTHASIG, KAAPSTAD EN WIE OP DIE 27 DE DAG VAN JANUARIE 2025 OORLEDE IS. BOEDELNOMMER: 012409/2025

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BARRACUDAS EXCEL AT GALA

The Barracudas swimming team had an outstanding showing at the Freda Barnard Gala in Oudtshoorn, fielding a team of 39 talented swimmers.The team brought home an impressive 73 medals including 30 gold,21 silver and 22 bronze medals,along with a staggering 245 personal best times Among them were Matthew Bland (boys 9 years) and Lihan Lerm (boys 10 years),who both set new records in the 200m butterfly The club secured an overall second place out of 38 participating clubs

BLIND CRICKET SA T20 TOURNEY A SUCCESS

Brightfuture forblindstars

AVRILFILLIES

The Blind Cricket South Africa T20 tournament held in Stellenbosch recently was a "resounding succes" and was "a national triumph"

A total of 10 provincial teams participated and the DP Lions were crowned champions after defeating North West Dragons in the final

A preliminary training squad was picked up and out of the identified players a team will be selected to represent South Africa in the T20 World Cup in 2027 in Lahore and Multan in Pakistan

A total of 11 matches were played at Maties Cricket Club in Stellenbosch and the grant from Cricket South Africa (CSA) was successfully deployed for essential services

"The partnership with CSA enabled us to livestream the games on a Youtube channel which greatly enhanced the tournament's visibility and accessibility

The grant by the Hollywood Foundation covered the costs of accommodation and professional livestreaming infrastructure

Gift of the Givers in Athlone provided the lunch for the duration of the tournament," says Frankford Williams, president of Blind Cricket SA

To properly frame the players' achievements, the public needs to understand the modifications that make this fast-paced game possible

"The ball is a larger, hard plastic ball filled with metal ball bearings to allow players to track it audibly

“All deliveries by bowlers must be bowled underarm, and the bowler must loudly shout ‘Play’ upon release so the batsman can prepare Totally blind players (B1) can be caught out after the ball has bounced once, a key adaptation to

ALL DELIVERIES MUST BE BOWLED UNDERARM, AND THE BOWLER MUST LOUDLY SHOUT “PLAY”

compensate for their lack of sight ”

Teams are strictly balanced across three classes of vision impairment

"B1 (totally blind) is the most severe impairment and these batsmen are compensated with double runs for their scores B2 (partially blind) with significant visual restriction are players who often fill key all-rounder roles B3 (partially sighted) is the highest visual acuity allowed and these players face rules closest to sighted cricket and are the least compensated," says Williams

TALENTEXPOSED

The tournament exposed the exceptional talent of Lwande Bhidla (B3) from DP World Lions and Lesedi Lesufi (B2) of Titans

The achievements of these blind Protea players, whose club allegiances are confirmed, were the highlight of the tournament

Bhidla received the award as Player of the Tournament and Lesufi the award as Young Player of the Tournament

"Winning the overall top player award as a B3 player demonstrates world-class skill in the most competitive sight class He does not receive double runs, making his performance truly extraordinary Lesufi is a rising star and his success relies heavily on superior tracking and sharp reflexes, highlighting a dedication and focus that promises a bright future ”