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Executive Mayor of George officially opens George Municipal Court
Alderman Melvin Naik, Executive Mayor of George officially opened the George Municipal Court today. The Mayor said in his address, “All of us present here today, are part of history.”
Congratulations to our local star
The Executive Mayor of Eden District Municipality (Eden DM), Cllr Memory Booysen, Eden DM Councillors and the Municipal Workforce, hereby congratulates the newly crowned Miss South Africa 2017, Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters.
News from Hello Garden Route
It’s Easter time! What are your plans for these holidays? Garden Route and Klein Karoo have much to offer, with something for everyone…
Fancourt spreads the love with monthly soup kitchen challenge
Fancourt Hotel hosted the second Soup Kitchen Challenge yesterday at the Golden Valley Creche, located in George. Children, aged two to five years, received soup, fresh rolls and some sweet treats as prepared by Fancourt Chefs.
Easter treats for the whole family at Lakeside Lodge & Spa
One of Sedgefield’s hidden gems, Lakeside Lodge & Spa is hosting an Easter weekend special for the whole family.
Police need reservists George Herald
GEORGE NEWS – The Pacaltsdorp Police again opened up its application process to accept … ‘We bring you the latest George, Garden Route news’.
Angie’s G Spot to be denied trade Oudtshoorn Courant
SOUTHERN CAPE NEWS – An intervention from a department in the office of the provincial Minister of Economic Development and Tourism, Alan …
Unique accommodation with Knysna hotel The Turbine Bizcommunity.com
Once a power station now a five-star boutique hotel, The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa in Knysna is unique and quirky accommodation at its finest.
Finalisation of the Draft Knysna Municipal Spatial Development Framework SA-Tenders
Finalisation of the Draft Knysna Municipal Spatial Development Framework (MSDF). Tender number: 210/2016/17 Closing date and time: 5 April 2017 …
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SA teams battle but hang on to All-Africa Junior lead
HARARE, Zimbabwe (29 March 2017) – Tough pin positions and gusting wind led to considerably higher scoring and the two South African squads had to dig deep to stay ahead of the opposition in round two of the All-Africa Junior Golf Championship at Royal Harare Golf Club on Wednesday.
Purpose-built trails for Garden Route 300
Riders can look forward to some interesting, fast-paced descents and several short, sharp climbs when they tackle stage two of the Garden Route 300 mountain bike race next month.
Latest Jaguar F-Types to make their debut at Simola Hillclimb
Jaguar fans and performance car enthusiasts are in for a treat at this year’s Jaguar Simola Hillclimb. The event marks the South African debut of the 2018 Jaguar F-Type, which features styling updates and new technology additions to the most dynamically capable, performance-focused Jaguar.
Skydiving Rally in Mossel Bay
Join us for the Easter weekend and jump out of a King Air twin turbine aircraft from 12,000 feet over Mossel Bay- no previous experience required! That’s right if you can breathe you can skydive!
NRC George Time Trial results
George Golf Club Newsletter
Fancourt Golf Club Newsletter
Don’t miss out on Goukamma Traverse Knysna-Plett Herald
KNYSNA NEWS – Online entries for the Pick n Pay Goukamma Traverse and Family Fun Trail Run have been open since mid-February on …
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International News
Brexit Article 50 begins: What it means for SA travellers and how the world reacted
London – While the hard-hit pound has had good and bad implications for South Africa by way of economy and the travel and tourism industry – the future following Britain’s formal launch of Brexit proceedings on Wednesday 29 March remains unclear.
US opens formal investigation into Mosul deaths
An Iraqi federal police officer carries an injured boy through a destroyed train station in Mosul. (Felipe Dana, AP). Multimedia · User Galleries · News in Pictures Send us your pictures · Send us your stories.
Arab leaders ready to work with Trump on Mideast peace deal
A section of twenty one kings, presidents and top officials from the Arab League summit pose for a group photo, at a gathering near the Dead Sea in Jordan on Wednesday, March 29, 2017.
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Zuma must respect the wishes of the dead and resign – Malema
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela and leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters Julius Malema react during the funeral of Ahmed Kathrada at the Westpark Cemetery in Johannesburg.
Dizzying day in High Court: Obfuscation reigns as Gordhan and Oakbay lawyers argue
A logo of Oakbay Investments is seen at the entrance of their offices in Sandton. File photo. Image by: SIPHIWE SIBEKO / REUTERS. The application by Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan for High Court confirmation that he does not have the authority to …
Zille: Why does Malema get off easy and not me?
Western Cape Premier Helen Zille likened her controversial tweets on colonialism to Julius Malema’s utterances about the “slaughtering of white people” and laments the different public reactions to both statements.
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Business News
Oil prices make steady gains after rallying to a three-week high
Oil prices rose slightly Thursday, with gains tempered by a rising dollar after crude witnessed some of its biggest gains in nearly two months during the U.S.
China Counters Trump Trade Threat With Binding Economic Ties
If President Donald Trump gets confrontational with Chinese President Xi Jinping over trade at their Mar-a-Lago summit in Florida in April, the Chinese leader will have potential allies in some surprising places — namely, Austin, Sacramento and Olympia.
May starts the Brexit clock, why US coal jobs are not coming back and is Egypt out of control?
Theresa May triggered a two-year countdown to Britain’s break from Europe on Wednesday by serving notice to Brussels that she intends to end their 44-year relationship in pursuit of a new place for the UK in the global order.
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Sports News
Brilliant Neymar takes Brazil to finals in Russia
Neymar shrugged off some rough tackling and a missed penalty to score a brilliant solo goal as he led Brazil to a 3-0 win over Paraguay, which booked their place at the 2018 World Cup finals.
Fognini crushes struggling Nishikori
Miami – Italian Fabio Fognini, ranked 40th in the world, upset second seed Kei Nishikori 6-4, 6-2 in the quarter-finals of the Miami Open on Wednesday.
India vs Australia: Virat Kohli justified in ignoring Steve Smith’s olive branch, it’s too late to say sorry now
“Is it too late to say I’m sorry now?” Lyrics from Justin Bieber’s smash hit ‘Sorry’ seem strangely appropriate for the final act of the Border-Gavaskar series.
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Harvest season brings South Africa’s unique terroir to the fore
It is harvest season in South Africa. At the Southern tip of the continent, winemakers across a 500 km stretch of fertile soil are picking their grapes, the first step in an almost ceremonial exercise that ends with wine bearing the South African flag heading to all four corners of the globe.
Paul Cluver Wines knocks the socks off top British Masters of Wine
The Paul Cluver Estate Chardonnay 2015 and Seven Flags Chardonnay 2015 have both been rated as Outstanding by three of Britain’s Masters of Wine (MW).
Cape Epic champ sets sights on Winelands Encounter
Newly crowned Cape Epic champion Jennie Stenerhag is gearing up for what she believes will be another world-class experience at the Liberty Winelands Encounter.
Win a trip to Mauritius at the Cape Getaway Show – and more!
Come along to the Cape Getaway Show this weekend, 31 March to 2 April 2017, and stand a chance to win amazing prizes.
A Top Class Field Set To Line Up At This Year’s Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon
(Cape Town, 29 March 2017) All last year’s winners in the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon have confirmed they will be back to defend their titles in the 48th running of the event on Easter Saturday 15 April in the Mother City.
L’Ormarins MCC and nougat – a pairing of the senses
The latest offering to emerge from the Anthonij Rupert Tasting Room is guaranteed to get your taste buds tickling with delight, as the L’Ormarins MCC and nougat pairing takes bubbly enjoyment to the next level.
Swiss training pays off for Beyers
South African track star Bernette Beyers credits lessons learnt during a Swiss training camp for her two titles at the African Continental Track Championships in Durban last week.
Vinyl Market at Stanley Beer Yard on Sunday
The first Sunday of the month is the best Sunday of the month! It’s#VinylSundays time, friends!
Theresa tackles a man’s job
When the final whistle sounded over her career in netball, one of NMMU’s most celebrated sports managers was more than ready to “tackle” the next challenge head on.
Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon Brings Approx. R672-million Into The City
(Cape Town, 28 March 2017) With approximately three weeks until the 48th edition of the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon, the Two Oceans Marathon NPC has confirmed that the event has brought approximately R672-million into the City of Cape Town and Western Cape Region in 2016.
Hockey challenge kicks off in Graaff-Reinet
Seven schools will have the common objective of becoming the first team to be crowned regional champions of the SPAR Eastern Cape Schoolgirls Hockey Challenge that starts at Union High in Graaff-Reinet on Friday.
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Cartoon – The Grim Reaper
Sasol GTC: Mixed fortunes for Volkswagen squad at Killarney International
South Africa’s premier circuit racing series, the Sasol GTC, got underway in front of packed grandstands at Cape Town’s Killarney International Circuit this weekend.
Cartoon – Throw Aways
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Bruce
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