TygerBurger Eersterivier | Elsies | Ravensmead E-Edition 22 Oktober 2025

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SATURDAY25OCTOBER

. The Cape Town International Kite Festival will return this year with renewed spirit and a powerful theme #CourageToFly For the first time since the pandemic, the festival will once again take place over two full days on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October marking a joyful return to the festival's much-loved extended format Even more exciting, the festival will be hosted at a brand-new venue, the Youngsfield Military Base in Ottery

. STADIO Higher Education will be hosting its Durbanville Campus Open Day Prospective students and parents are invited to explore the new campus facilities, meet academic staff, and learn more about the qualifications on offer For details or to register, visit www.stadio.ac.za

. If you love craftsmanship, creativity, and things made with real skill, then make sure to visit the Cape Knife Show at Tygervalley's Arena on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October from 09:00 to 15:00 Hosted by the Cape Knife Club, this annual event promises to be a showcase of some of the finest handcrafted knives South Africa has to offer Entry is R50 per person and includes a lucky draw entry to win a R3 000 handmade folder by Andre Viviers. Visit www capeknifeclub co.za for more information.

SUNDAY26OCTOBER

.Edgemead’s Largest Indoor Secondhand Market to be held at the Edgemead Community Hall, 83 Edgemead Drive from 08:00 to 14:00 Bargains galore

MONDAY27OCTOBER

.Family Support for Schizophrenia will host an online meeting for families and carers of people living with schizophrenia at 19:00 via Zoom The topic for discussion will be “The Welcome Club as a model of a psychosocial rehabilitation programme”, presented by Courtney Coetzee, a psychosocial support assistant Those interested in attending can find the meeting link at https://familysupport org.za/meetings or contact the organisation via email at mail@familysupport org.za

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. Huis Jabes, `n tehuis vir mishandelde vroue, se jaarlikse glans-fondsinsameling vind in die Eensgezind-onthaalsaal op die Klipheuwel-pad net buite Durbanville plaas Early B, Leah, Theresa Bam, Andries Vermeulen en Hunter Kennedy sal te sien wees. Driegang- ete, veiling en kontantkroeg. Kaartjies kos R1 000 per persoon of R10 000 vir `n tafel van tien. Besprekings by info@sostrust co.za

.The Alta du Toit Centre, under the auspices of Badisa, is hosting a charity golf match at the prestigious Parow Golf Club Teams of four can register for R2 600 per team, with every rand raised going directly to support the residents of the Alta du Toit Centre Email Lionel at donation@altadutoit org.za for more information and registration.

.Get ready for a spooky night of fun and excitement at the Halloween Night Market at the Kraaifontein Civic Centre from 15:00 to 21:00 Enjoy 50+ stalls, food trucks, kids activities, Trick-or-Treat fun, a live band, face painting, a spooky photo booth, and lots of prizes to be won – including a brand new Samsung A05! Entrance costs R20 per adult and R10 for kids. Feel free to dress up in your favourite Halloween costume, although it’s not compulsory Contact Garth on 078 638 1540 for more information

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

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.

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

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R5 book sale held at Children’s Home

World hunger tackled

The City of Cape Town's Public Empowerment and Development Department and Western Cape Government’s Community Development Worker (CDW) Programme, have jointly launched a food-garden project by investing R150 000 in 10 community food gardens in vulnerable areas It aims to tackle food insecurity by feeding thousands of residents and upskilling the community so future generations will continue to benefit from sustainable food-production practices and transferring knowledge

FOODGARDENS

The Community Development Food Gardens Project consists of 10 community food gardens, which are at different stages of development in areas such as Nyanga, Langa, Delft, Crossroads, Bonteheuwel, Mitchell’s Plain, Atlantis and Philippi It was launched at the Masithembele Food Garden in Delft, one of the community sites already making strides in this space

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member for urban waste management Grant Twigg, "to nurture a love and appreciation for food gardening, which benefits our vulnerable communities in various ways It is envisioned that the rollout of these gardens over time will feed thousands of people, from children to the elderly, benefiting from fresh, pesticidefree nutritious vegetables and meals, while encouraging gardening activities, social cohesion and gaining agricultural skills and knowledge that will ensure these gardens continue to benefit future generations

"The gardens were identified through the CDW Programme, in partnership with the Western Cape Government, an initiative that places trained development workers in communities to identify their needs, mobilise resources, and coordinate community development activities ”

TACKLINGFOODINSECURITY

"Launching this initiative on World Food Day reaffirms the City’s commitment to tackling food insecurity from the ground

Spelergeskiet

Die Blue Downs-krieketklub sê hy volstaan by die verklaring wat die klub op Facebook oor die dood van een van sy spelers geplaas het.

Nathan "Spice" Plato (35) is Maandagaand in Eersterivier doodgeskiet terwyl hy in sy insleepvoertuig in Heatherpark gesit het Hy het vir Blue Downs krieket gespeel en die klub het op sy Facebook-blad 'n boodskap van medelye geplaas

"Te gou weggeneem, maar nooit vergete 'n Krieketspeler wat beskik het oor die hart van 'n kampioen en 'n glimlag wat elke kamer kon ophelder Jou pret, jou gees en jou liefde vir die spel sal lewe in elke wedstryd wat ons speel Rus in ewige vrede, Nathan "Spice” Plato," lui die plasing

Honderde mense het hul medelye, woede en afgryse met Plato se heengaan op Facebook verwoord

Naasir Nassa het Plato as "haar seun" beskryf "Nog 'n onskuldige lewe wat

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“Ons fokus daarop om vrede, stabiliteit en veiligheid in die bedryf te bewerkstellig en ons sal nie ‘n terugkeer na geweld verdra nie,” sê hy

In die kommentaarafdelings van sosiale media gons dit behoorlik dat Maandag se aanval tot vergeldingsaanvalle kan lei

Die moord volg slegs twee dae nadat verskeie taxi-roetes wat deur die WesKaapse regering gesluit is, weer heropen is Die sluiting het gevolg op dodelike geweld tussen Cata en Codeta (Cape Organisation for a Democratic Taxi Association) TygerBurger het uitgereik na Nkululeko

BLUE DOWNS-KRIEKETKLUB BETREUR STER SE DOOD

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iemand wat ek my seun genoem het Die aand toe my eie seun, wat ook 'n insleepvoertuig bestuur het, geskiet is (op 29 Junie verlede jaar) het Nathan my 'n drukkie gegee en gesê 'Mams, ons gaan hom mis, maar ons gaan hom weer sien Ek het nooit kon dink dat daardie dag gister sou wees nie Net drie weke gelede het hy na my huis gekom om te sien hoe dit met my gaan Rus in vrede, Spice," skryf sy Allan Foster het ook sy medelye uitgespreek "My hart gaan uit aan die hele familie Hy was 'n goeie mens en het my by geleentheid al die pad Retreat toe geneem om my motor te gaan haal en my nie te veel gevra nie Rus in vrede," skryf hy Ander mense het sy ontydige dood betreur en hul woede uitgespreek oor die bendes wat mense in die gebied afmaai

Sityebi, Cata-woordvoerder, oor die skietery, maar het ná vele pogings nog geen terugvoer ontvang nie

‘n Vrou van Delft, wat van taxivervoer gebruik maak, sê sy en ander pendelaars vrees vir ‘n volskaalse taxi-oorlog Sy het anoniem aan TygerBurger vertel dat sy en haar mede-pendelaars koue rillings gekry het toe die skietery rugbaar word

“Hulle (die taxi-eienaars) skiet gewoonlik eers op mekaar en daarna beland ons, die pendelaars, in die spervuur Ons is ook te bang om van alternatiewe vervoer gebruik te maak, want die geskiedenis het bewys dat busse ook aangeval word as die taximense baklei,” sê sy

UWCmournsliterary legend,ZoëWicomb

ASouth African literary icon, who put Cape Town on the world map through her stories alone, has passed away

Acclaimed novelist and shortstory writer Prof Zoë Wicomb, who died on Tuesday 14 October in the United Kingdom leaves a remarkable legacy

It also includes a distinguished academic career, as professor of literature at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) during the post-apartheid era before moving to Scotland, where she taught at the University of Strathclyde until her retirement

The UWC community was mourning the loss of one of its most distinguished alumni; born in Namaqualand in 1948, she was part of the very first generation of UWC students in the late 1960s and early ’70s who also included late Rector Prof Brian O’Connell

“Her work has put our communities and experiences on the literary map globally,” said Prof Fiona Moolla, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at UWC, who announced Wicomb’s death

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INTERNATIONALRENOWN

Wicomb’s journey from the Northern Cape to becoming one of South Africa’s most celebrated authors is an inspiring one

p g g up in apartheid South Africa, became essential reading and is still studied by students at UWC today

She went on to write several acclaimed novels, including David’s Story (2000), Playing in the Light (2006), October (2014) and, most recently, Still Life (2023)

Wicomb was a teacher who never forgot her roots After completing her PhD she returned to UWC’s English Department in the post-apartheid era before relocating to Glasgow, Scotland

RECOGNITIONANDAWARDS

Wicomb’s talent was recognised internationally, receiving as she did the prestigious Donald

Windham-Sandy M Campbell Literature Prize in 2013, which cemented her reputation as one of the finest contemporary authors

Her work fearlessly examined the complexities of apartheid, colonialism and post-apartheid South Africa, giving voice to experiences that had long been silenced

“Her connection to UWC brings immense pride to our institution, and her legacy will continue to impact students, scholars and readers worldwide ”

City to replace 62 000 water meters

The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has embarked on its city-wide Water Meter Replacement Programme for the 2025/2026 financial year Over the next months, approximately 62 000 ageing and faulty meters will be replaced to ensure residents continue to receive accurate water meter readings and fair billing The Water Meter Replacement Programme started in August 2025 and is scheduled to continue until the end of June 2026

The purpose of the programme is to:

. Replace aged (metal) or malfunctioning water meters to improve the accuracy of readings

. Relocate water meters from inside private properties to more accessible locations for easier reading, maintenance and control

. Install new water meter connections for individual land buyers intending to develop homes or businesses

AREAS

Areas earmarked for replacement:

. Northern areas: Parklands, Edgemead, Melkbosstrand, Bothasig, Brackenfell South, Hout Bay and Durbanville

. Blue Downs and surrounds: Hunters Creek, Kleinvlei Town, St Dumas, Tuscany Glen, Brentwood Park, Hagley, Camelot, Greenfields, Gaylee, Forest -Village and Hillcrest Heights

. Southern and central areas: Lansdowne, Boston, Crawford, Oakglen, Surrey Estate, Oakdale, Bridgetown, Rylands, Silvertown and Mandalay

. Other focus areas: Claremont, Lentegeur, Fish Hoek, Constantia, Beacon Valley, Lotus River and Heathfield

"This R72 million annual programme is vital for keeping our water infrastructure up to date and ensuring residents are billed accurately based on actual consumption," said the City's Mayco member for water and sanitation, Zahid Badroodien

A City-appointed contractor, Gunning Construction and Civils, is installing the meters across Cape Town

Contractors will provide property owners with an official City of Cape Town letter confirming the need for meter replacement as part of planned maintenance

If unsure, residents can verify the contractor’s validity using the contact details below before allowing access into their home

If no one is home when a contractor visits, a seven-day notice will be left with details of the next scheduled visit

Residents can use their account number to verify the validity of the work when contacting the City on WhatsApp on 060 018 1505

KiekiessaammetSuidooster-akteurs

’n Groep akteurs van kykNET se gewilde sepie Suidooster het Saterdag ’n draai by die Zevenwacht-winkelsentrum gemaak

Die eerste 1 000 aanhangers kon elk ’n kaartjie kry vir ’n fotogeleentheid saam met die akteurs ’n Paar pryse is ook uitgedeel

(Gary),Gantane Kusch (Siya),Theresa Sedras (Mrs J) en Eden Classens (Justin)

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Vermaak // Entertainment

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Locally-produced movie

The Meeting will premiere on 30 October on the Red Moon Production's YouTube channel and Tubi TV. This psychological thriller, crafted by filmmaker Nic Matthee, who wrote and directed it, will be showcased at the 67th Zinebe Documentary and Short-film Festival in Spain from 21 to 28 November, catering for amateur, emerging and professional filmmakers globally

CASTMEMBERS

The cast was recently interviewed on DStv's channel 263 on the talk show EKSê, in which they expressed their enthusiasm for the upcoming release, which will highlight their hard work in representing the Cape Flats positively on the international stage

"As an actress from Ravensmead I feel the Cape Flats is often depicted as fractured," said actress Nicole Barkhuizen "However, when creative minds collaborate effectively we can alter that stereotype through our God-given talents and provide our youth with a positive perspective on rare opportunities transformed into possibilities."

Matthee developed the film concept

THE FILM FOLLOWS SEBBIE DE KOCK, WHO EXPERIENCES BLACKOUTS

in April, after which it was introduced at a free acting class that subsequently evolved into a film production, and filming took place from 28 June to 6 September Most of the filming took place in winter, contributing to the dark atmosphere of the production.

"There were numerous challenges, ranging from experiencing prosthetic film make-up to using a prop gun," actor Cameron Rass related, "as well as the taste of fake stage blood and performing various scenes.

“Most of the training occurred on the day of filming, making it both exhilarating and exhausting, but it was an invaluable experience I may be the shortest member of the cast, but I strive to make a significant impact with my performance I hope to channel the same energy into my community to create a larger impact."

BACKGROUND

The film tells the story of Sebbie de Kock, who suffers from peculiar blackouts that escalate into episodes of hallucinations.

He begins to suspect his sister's

betrayal and his wife's infidelity, as well as his friends conspiring against him. This culminates in Sebbie calling a meeting that leads to deadly repercussions in a courtroom-like confrontation, where the murders he commits are the outcome of his imagination.

"I believe the film contains relatable elements drawn from real-life experiences," actress Glemorene Jacobs pointed out

“The film raises considerable awareness, and I am pleased to have been part of this journey, hoping it will empower women, mothers and fathers to realise their strength to overcome challenges."

Matthee has gained international acclaim in Turkey, Arizona, USA, and Berlin, Germany for both his film and non-profit performing-arts community work and is

renowned for his action films. However, shifting his focus to a psychological theme may represent a new direction.

The filmmaker is also preparing to write and direct a film entitled Die Swart Kat, which serves as a reboot or remake of a 1986 South African superhero television series of the same name

He hoped The Meeting with all its components, would showcase the creative impact and talent the Cape Flats had to offer on a global scale

Laugh, dance, and sing along with Opera UCT’s ‘Die Fledermaus’

Opera and fun don’t always get invited to the same party People imagine serious faces, gold curtains and arias that last longer than a Cape Town cold front

But Opera UCT’s Die Fledermaus is the opposite: it’s fizzy, flirty and gloriously extra the kind of night out where you dress up, laugh out loud, and nudge the person next to you because yes, that just happened.

This production is bang-up to date: the famous Act II party has been moved to a Cape-based jazz nightclub all shadows, delicious music and latenight swagger

The costumes are street-to-salon chic (masks welcome), the pace is brisk, and the vibe is “friends’ night out ” not “whisper and behave”

Worried about language? Don’t be The music is sung in German, the dialogue is in English, and surtitles keep everyone in the loop (including multilingual moments so no one gets left behind)

If you can follow a meme, you can follow this plot: mistaken identities, cheeky pranks, stolen kisses, and champagne-fuelled chaos.

That old myth that opera is for older, wealthy,

mostly privileged crowds? Not this one

The cast is young the staging is proudly Cape Town, and the energy is for everyone date-night people, fashion people, music people, first-timers, and yes, families (under 18s are free just book on Webtickets to reserve seats).

Think of Die Fledermaus as your favourite night out with better melodies

It’s the same delicious mischief from rom-coms and club stories, just sung by voices that can lift the roof and a band that can swing.

Come as you are or come extra. Either way, you’ll leave smiling and maybe humming.

Opera UCT’s Die Fledermaus runs at the Baxter Theatre from Thursday 23 to Sunday 26 October

.Tickets range from R100 to R500 (u-18 free but need to book). Book at Webtickets

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PHOTO: DICKER & DANE FOR OPERA UCT

Stadskoor sê dankie vir

ondersteuning

Ná 'n bedrywige koorjaar het die Tygerberg-stadskoor sy dank uitgespreek aan al sy ondersteuners wat getrou kaartjies gekoop en konserte bygewoon het

"Sonder hierdie ondersteuning sou daar nie konserte kon wees nie," sê Hester Heunis, ‘n koorlid. "Om die pragtige koorwerke wat ons aanleer met ander te deel, verdubbel die genot van die ervaring."

Vanjaar het die koor die voorreg gehad om deel van verskeie belangrike musiekgeleenthede te kon wees. Die koor het met Con Spirito Filharmonies saamgespan om Brahms se "Deutsche Requiem" aan te bied.

Hulle het ook aan die jaarlikse Last Night of the Proms saam met ander kore en die feeskoor onder leiding van Richard Cock deelgeneem.

As deel van hul gemeenskapsbetrokkenheid is 'n fondsinsamelingskonsert vir die AGS Care Village in Kuilsrivier aangebied en ook optredes by aftreeoorde gedoen

Die koor se gala-konsert, wat baie goed ontvang is, is by verskeie venues aangebied.

VOORDELEVANKOORSANG

Navorsing het bewys dat koorsang hartritmes kalmeer goedvoelhormone vrystel en die immuunstelsel positief beïnvloed.

GAAN WEER IN NUWE JAAR DIE VREUGDE VAN KOORSANG DEEL

Die Amerikaanse skrywer Daniel H. Pink skryf in sy boek When: The Scientific Secrets of Perfect Timing dat koorsang 'n nuwe vorm van oefening is "Of jy nou in 'n koor sing of na koormusiek luisterdit is goed vir jou!" sê Heunis.

Die Tygerberg-stadskoor sien daarna uit om in die nuwe jaar weer die vreugde van koorsang met ander te deel en verwelkom nuwe lede om deel te word van hierdie betekenisvolle musiekgemeenskap

Beplanning is reeds aan die gang vir die koor se eerste konsert van 2026 Hierdie geleentheid sal in April in samewerking met vier ander kore plaasvind. Meer besonderhede sal mettertyd bekend gemaak word.

Die koorwerke wat Peter Roux, musiekdirekteur, vir hierdie konsert in gedagte het, kan egter net tot hul volle reg kom met meer mansstemme Die koor het 'n groot behoefte aan veral basse en tenore Vrouestemme is egter ook welkom. Oudisies sal in November plaasvind. . Skakel Peter Roux by 083 535 3707 as jy belangstel om 'n oudisie af te lê

Oxforddonatesbrailletextbookstoschools

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Oxford University Press South Africa (Oupsa) has launched a groundbreaking Foundation Phase textbook series designed to reflect the country’s rich diversity whilst ensuring all learners can access quality educational materials.

The new series prioritises inclusive representation and has been developed in line with Department of Basic Education guidelines for bias-free learning materials that celebrate South Africa’s multicultural society

In a significant step towards educational equality, Oupsa has introduced Braille editions of its Aweh! reading series specifically for blind and low-vision learners Sets of these tactile textbooks are being donated to Athlone School for the Blind in Bellville

“In the early years of learning, what children read and see shape how they understand themselves and the world That’s why inclusive content cannot be optional or superficial It must be intentional,” said Sharon Villette, Schools Publisher at Oupsa

The publisher has developed characters that South African children can identify with, either as reflections of themselves or their classmates, moving beyond tokenistic representation to authentic diversity

Oupsa’s initiative extends beyond textbook donations The company is making its intellectual property available at no cost to accredited producers of Braille resources, demonstrating a practical commitment to inclusive access

“Adding Braille is a practical example of how we move from inclusive representation to inclusive access It’s one more way to ensure no learner is left behind on the literacy journey,” Villette explained

The textbooks celebrate diversity across culture, language, gender, ability and belief, ensuring that educational materials reflect the reality of South African classrooms

The Foundation Phase series represents a significant shift in educational publishing, with Oupsa positioning itself as a leader in inclusive education

The initiative addresses long-standing educational disparities by ensuring that learning materials are accessible to all children, regardless of ability

DONATION ENSURES BLIND LEARNERS READ SAME MATERIAL AS PEERS

“The narratives we publish help shape the fabric of society We believe that educational materials must celebrate real diversity and be designed so every child can access them,” said Villette

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Shamece Pillay, who was the first initiator to reach out for help, is also a parent who has a 10-year-old girl at the school

According to her the blind children are desolated Pillay shares her story about her 10-year-old daughter who was born blind She says to them it was a shock at the time To her the journey is continually teaching them things

Pillay says she started at Athlone School for the Blind, but even before that, when she was at her previous school, “they could see the gaps from what she has access to [compared] to what our sighted children have access to Because she's the last-born of five kids, doing those comparisons are really heartbreaking "

Pillay adds: "I think for me, with this project, the only goal was to bridge that gap in the resources So, Oxford University Press has obviously been great in the partnership because they have access to licensing of these titles And that's one of the other issues that's why our kids don't have resources, because there s such a legal aspect to the licensing issue that has still not been resolved

"Our kids need to have access My goal was for my child to read exactly the same thing that another Grade 4 learner, another Grade 3 learner in any other school is reading, because that was the big problem "

GRATEFUL

Principal Gail Williams thanked Oxford University Press for their generous contributions

"We are deeply grateful to Oxford University Press for their generous donation of the'Aweh! reading series to our school This gesture is both meaningful and transformative for our learners

"Athlone School for the Blind was founded in 1927 and has been a centre for inclusive education, serving visually impaired and blind learners for nearly a century We focus on nurturing students with unique challenges and potential "

"Resources such as the Aweh! reading series are more than just tools for literacy; they are stepping stones towards a future of opportunity, confidence, and independence ” Williams says this donation comes at a crucial time as their school faces economic hardships

"Most learners come from socioeconomically disadvantaged families where parents cannot afford books, and the school operates with limited financial resources Your generosity is not just seen, it is felt You have given us something we could not have afforded on our own, helping to close a critical gap in our learners' education You have given them access ”

Wie se skuld is die stad se verkeersprobleem?

“Mamma, opskud, ons moet nóú ry!”

Dis Maandag 06:40, die derde keer wat my seun my aanjaag Eintlik moes ons 10 minute gelede in die pad geval het om die ergste verkeer vry te spring, maar ek is te besig om die hond, met my regterskoen in sy mond, om die eetkamertafel te jaag Dis ook nie die eerste keer nie Gewoonlik mik hy vir ’n skoen (of sokkie) terwyl ek skaars een sokkie aan ’n voet het, maar vanoggend vind hy ’n ander gaping en gryp die skoen vinnig, reg onder my neus terwyl ek met die ander een se veters besig is “Mammmaaaa!” Dit help ook nie dat ons 14-jarige net so pedanties soos volwasse “Sheldon” (dink Big Bang Theory-faam) kan raak nie Maar, in dié geval is hy knaend met goeie rede die verkeer Die hoërskool is ongeveer 7 2 km van waar ons woon geleë aan die anderkant van die N1 Die ongeveer 2,5km vanaf ons huis tot waar ons die N1 oorgesteek het, neem enigiets tussen 20 en 45 minute, afhangend hoe laat ’n mens ry Slegs twee minute kan ’n groot verskil maak Dis nou ook as daar nie teëspoed langs die pad is nie ’n Ongeluk op die N1, ’n vragmotor wat onklaar geraak het, of selfs net ’n verkeerslig waarvan die oorslaantyd uit is, kan jou reistyd maklik met ’n uur verleng Klink belaglik, nê Maar dis die realiteit wat soveel ouers in die noordelike voostede in die gesig staar

As jou kind gelukkig genoeg is om by die hoërskool van sy keuse aanvaar te word, of in sommige se geval, net ’n plek in ’n skool kry, is dit die prys wat jy betaal ’n uur of twee in die oggendverkeer Week na week sien en hoor ek mense kla in briewe aan die koerant, op WhatsApp-groepies en ander sosiale media Die probleem raak ook nie beter nie Inteendeel, met al die woonstelblokke, dorpshuise en komplekse wat soos sampioene opskiet, raak die voertuie op die pad net meer

Iemand stuur onlangs vir my skermgrepe van twee e-posse die repliek van ons raadslid aan mense wat by hom oor die verkeersituasie gekla het In die een raak hy aan die beplande R300-verlenging, asook die tekort aan openbare vervoer In die ander word daar sommer ook na die ouers vinger gewys: “ die hoeveelheid voertuie en ouers wat aandring om individueel hul kinders skool toe te neem, is deels verantwoordelik ” Aandring? Ek sien rooi Dit is nie my keuse om elke oggend meer as ’n uur voor die skool begin my huis te verlaat en in die verkeer te sit nie Ek doen dit omdat daar geen alternatiewe is nie Noord van die N1 is daar geen treindienste nie, Gabs se roetes is beperk en die busse loop nie gereeld genoeg nie Die MyCiti-busdiens wat jare gelede vir die noorde belowe is, het nooit gerealiseer nie Dit los ons met die taxi’s, en hier is geen twyfel nie; my kind se veiligheid kom eerste! So dan ry ek maar eerder self Toe hy nog in die laerskool was, het ek en ’n ander mamma ’n saamryooreenkoms gehad Dit het uitstekend gewerk, tot hulle na verskillende hoërskole toe is Op wie se skouers rus die blaam? Ouers wat net die beste vir hul kinders wil hê? Ouers wie se kind ten minste ’n plekkie in ’n skool gekry het, al is dit nie om die draai van jou huis nie? Die tekort aan skole? Die gebrekkige openbare vervoer? Motoriste wat nie op die pad hoort nie? Verstedeliking? Paaie wat nie meer die verkeer kan hanteer nie? Paaie waarvan die opknapping vertraag word? Swak stedelike beplanning?

’n Wyse man het gesê, “bring vir my oplossings, nie probleme nie” Dalk is dit tyd dat ons minder vinger wys en kla, en eerder met oplossings vorendag kom

In my opinie is Kaapstad is ’n wêreldklas-stad ’n topbestemming met gebrekkige openbare vervoer Dan kry Durbanville boonop ook nog ’n lughawe

Dit is dus tyd vir die Stad Kaapstad om dringend in die noordelike voorstede in betroubare, gereelde openbare vervoer soos die MyCiti-diens te belê - CECILIA HUME

Kommentaar // Comments

BRIEWE | LETTERS

Bunny crisis in Durbanville

Durbanville has sadly become a known dumping ground for domestic rabbits

In recent weeks, more than 24 abandoned bunnies have had to be rescued sterilised and cared for to prevent further breeding

Why this matters:

.Pet rabbits are domesticated animals, not wild They cannot survive on their own

.Many are run over by cars in neighbourhood streets

. They are easy prey and are attacked or eaten by dogs, cats birds – and even people

.Without care they get sick and die from untreated illnesses

.They suffer in extreme heat or cold, without proper water food and shelter

.Some people view them as pests, leading to them being poisoned or even shot

Dumping a rabbit is not only cruel it creates an end-

less cycle of suffering breeding and more abandoned animals

What you can do instead:

.Adopt don’t shop – and always sterilise your pets

.If you can no longer care for your bunny please contact a rabbit rescue or animal shelter as a last resort

.Rehome responsibly: post on South African bunny groups and rescue networks like Bunny Huggers SA and Bunnies South Africa

Abandoning your pet is not only cruel, it is illegal under the Animals Protection Act 71 of 1962

Let’s protect our bunnies and stop the cycle of dumping in Durbanville

For emergencies or to seek help with rehoming by contacting Happy Hoppers Bun Club on WhatsApp at 067 409 9900 or email happyhoppers bunclub@gmail com

ESTHER, Email

Alle honde hoort aan leibande

Ek lees die afgelope twee publikasies van TygerBurger oor die hondeaanval in Bolandpark ("Hou aggresiewe honde op leibande"", 8 Oktober, en "Hou asseblief honde op leiband", 15 Oktober) Ek wil net graag my inset lewer en wil weet of sekere hondeliefhebbers beter as ander hondeliefhebbers is Volgens my kennis van die Stad Kaapstad se bywette moet alle honde in openbare plekke en parke en self op strande op ‘n leiband wees

Maak nie saak of dit 'n Jack Russell of rottweiler of bulterriër is nie Dit stel nie die persoon met die Jack Russell bo die wet om met sy of haar hond sonder n leiband te loop nie

Baie keer gebeur dit dat honde met ander honderasse oor die weg kom, maar ek het al self gesien hoe honde hul eienaars beskerm teen 'n hond wat nie op 'n leiband is nie

Enige honde het die reg om homself of sy eienaars t b k S l id i i h ll h d

Taxi’s wat jaag in woonbuurte ’n gevaar

Ek is oningelig, maar dit voel verkeerd dat taxi's nou daagliks in woongebiede ry en die spoedbeperking oortree waar kinders speel en mense stap

Is mense se oë net toe vir dit wat moontlik verkeerd is?

Hoekom doen mense met meer mag nie iets daaromtrent nie?

Of dalk mag hulle rondjaag in woonbuurt, dan vra ek om verskoning JACOBA HORN, Durbanville

boet word, maar daar word nie teen hulle opgetree nie

Hulle staan nie eens agter 'n boom nie Ek sien hulle soms sommer op 'n sypaadjie staan en blaas leegmaak Dis hoekom dit op party plekke so sleg ruik

Die ander ding wat ek nie kan verstaan nie, is dat mense op enige plek spoeg Dis ook 'n gesondheidsrisiko

Ek hoop regtig daar word spoedig opgetree teen hierdie openbare oortredings

WONDER SOMMER, Parow

AUCTION

IN THE MAGISTRATE'S COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF CAPE TOWN SUB-DISTRICT GOODWOOD HELD AT GOODWOOD Case No 80/2025

In the matter between:

BELLA VISTA BODY CORPORATE EXECUTION CREDITOR and JEREMY CHRISTO DAVIDS IDENTITY NUMBER : 760214 5062 08 5 EXECUTION DEBTOR NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION MOVABLE PROPERTY

In pursuance of a judgment granted by this Honourable Court on 17 OCTOBER 2024 and a Warrant of Execution issued thereafter, the undermentioned movable property will be sold in execution by the Sheriff of the Magistrate's Court of GOODWOOD at UNIT B5 COLEMAN BUSINESS PARK, COLEMAN STREET, ELSIES RIVER, WESTERN CAPE on THURSDAY, 06 NOVEMBER 2025 at 10h30 to the highest bidder for cash, namely:

1 x Audi A3 2.0 T (CA439-406) CONDITIONS:

1. The goods will be sold "as is".

2. The sale in execution is conducted in accordance with the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 as amended, in pursuance of an order granted against the Execution Debtor for monies owing to the Execution Creditor. The auction will be conducted by the Sheriff Goodwood, or his deputy. Advertising costs (if applicable) at current publication rates and sale costs according to court rules apply.

3 All bidders are required to present their identity document together with their proof of residence for FICA compliance.

4. The purchaser/s shall pay to the sheriff the full purchase price in cash or by bank guaranteed cheque on the day of the sale.

DATED at BELLVILLE on this 17th day of OCTOBER 2025

ATTORNEYS FOR EXECUTION CREDITOR

RIANNA WILLEMSE SOLMS INC. PER : R SOLMS/ck Office 3 Kenridge Centre 20 Door De Kraal Avenue Kenridge, Durbanville Docex 16 Bellville

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Bellville: 074 858 6152

Grassy Park: 076 503 6916

PLAYERS MAKE HISTORY AT COKE CUP

LAVIS CRICKET CLUB ENJOYS DOUBLE VICTORIES OVER AVONDALE AND KUILS RIVER

Clubofftowinningstart

BRENDENRUITER

BRENDEN RUITER@NOVUSMEDIA CO ZA

The Bishop Lavis Cricket Club

enjoyed a very successful weekend with the first team celebrating victories over Avondale and Kuils River in the WPCA First Division B and AMA20 competitions respectively.

On Saturday, after winning the toss, they opted to bat first and got off to a good start with an opening stand of 105 runs between Bevan Abrahams (56) and Neo Petersen (43) Emilo Koeberg (55 runs) in partnership with Simeon Fondling and other lower order batsmen, kept the scoreboard ticking over The men from Bishop Lavis managed to finish on a very competitive score of 250/7

For Avondale, Hilton Botha was the most successful bowler with figures of 2/22 in his four overs

In reply, the visitors could only manage 167/9 with Tevin Abrahams (30) and Zinidene Japhta (41) the best with the bat for the team from Athlone

WINNINGWAYS

Vaughn Koeberg, Cheslyn Roberts and Mikhail Isaacs each took two wickets making it difficult for the visitors to put up any resistance to a fielding unit that show good promise for the remainder of the season

On Sunday, Lavis continued with their winning ways by beating Kuils River Cricket Club by 6 runs during an AMA20 fixture which put the home team in the competition's semi final Bevan Abrahams again was the hero of the Lavis batting innings, scoring 61 off 53 balls His opening partner, Natheer Rodgers contributed with 24 runs, ensuring an

LAVIS TRIUMPHS IN WPCA AND AMA20

opening stand of 59 runs On the day, Jerwaan Goosen was the best of the Lavis bowlers with 3/22

The club's second team also secured a 5 wicket bonus point win over Cape Town Cricket Club in a Reserve G fixture Shaun James with 44 runs was the best with the bat whilst Antonio Bagley bagged 3 wickets for only 17 runs for the visitors from Bishop Lavis

The Lavis boys will travel to Kuils River coming Saturday where they expect a tough and competitive fixture