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George Herald
Crusaders-rugbyklub wys dankbaarheid teenoor lojale borge vir ondersteuning
In 'n spesiale geleentheid vol waardering en trots, het Crusaders onlangs hul borge in styl bedank vir hul waardevolle ondersteuning. Die klub het erkenning gegee aan die sleutelrol wat hierdie vennote in die span se suksesvolle reis speel.
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July 24, 2025
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Senior residents treated at service centre
The Masizakhe Service Centre in Thembalethu was the happy recipient of some TLC on Friday 18 July, Mandela Day.
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July 24, 2025
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Team Strong Women calls for unity
The community of George is invited to a special day of prayer hosted by Team Strong Women at the Rosemoor Club House on Sunday 10 August, starting at 15:00.
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July 24, 2025
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Rare Knysna elephant sighting sparks awe
A rare and awe-inspiring sighting of the elusive Knysna elephant has captivated the residents of the Garden Route and wildlife enthusiasts across the country.
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July 24, 2025
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Tuiniqua-versorging- sentrum hou ope dag
Die Tuiniqua-versorgingsentrum hou op Woensdag 6 Augustus 'n ope dag waarheen die publiek hartlik uitgenooi word.
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July 24, 2025
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Local Christian leaders invited to build bridges
A group of local Christian leaders and pastors gathered at the Protea Hotel King George on Tuesday 15 July for an initiative that is hoped will provide a catalyst for building bridges among communities in George in an effort to bring about positive change.
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July 24, 2025
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Ruben's death leaves Oakdale reeling
\"That's how we laughed, you know, at the simplest of jokes. En toe, soos ons totsiens gesê het, het ek hom gevra: 'Seun, voordat jy gaan, is jou hart reg met die Here?' Hy het ja gesê, en toe vir my gevra: 'Is jou hart reg met die Here, Pa?'
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July 24, 2025
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Building collapse leads to legislative reforms
Reforms to the Building Regulations and Building Standards Act are on the cards following the Council for the Built Environment's (CBE) investigation into the causes of the Neo Victoria building collapse on 6 May 2024.
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July 24, 2025
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Collapsed building engineer scrapped from Ecsa register
The Engineering Council of South Africa (Ecsa) has cancelled the registration of the engineer on the disastrous Neo Victoria building project and removed his name from the Ecsa register.
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July 24, 2025
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Young seeds sow their talents in Spain
Two young dancers of Rhythmical Seeds Dance School in George, Judah Mkhambi (14) and Chloe Swanepoel (10), recently returned from representing South Africa at the Dance World Cup 2025 in Burgos, Spain.
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July 24, 2025
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Crèche needs second-hand building materials for extension
Kholeka Mbaxa from Zone 5, Thembalethu, has a big, caring heart for children because they are so vulnerable.
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July 24, 2025
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Errant Draco a bit down in the dumps
Draco the ball python is having a difficult time adjusting back home since he was discovered on a car seat at a dealership in George.
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July 24, 2025
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Municipality and Africa Skills honour Madiba
On Friday morning, 18 July, George Mayor Jackie von Brandis and DA Councillor Thandiswa Qatana spent their 67 minutes at Siyazama Crèche in Ward 13, Thembalethu.
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July 24, 2025
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George July event cancelled due to bad weather forecast
The George July event that was scheduled to take place this Saturday, 26 July, at Bramble Hill International School has been cancelled due to forecasts of cold and rainy weather.
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July 24, 2025
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67 minutes of kindness at night shelter
This Mandela Day, the ladies of the George Service Clubs (GSC) office marked their 67 minutes of service by reaching out to some of the most vulnerable in our community.
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July 24, 2025
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Ruben's death leaves Oakdale reeling
It was a sombre return to Hoër Landbou-skool Oakdale in Riversdale on Tuesday 22 July, as the school reopened for the third term - everyone in mourning.
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July 24, 2025
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Shining Madiba Day light on Thembalethu's forgotten citizens
This was the message of the day as key stakeholders involved in a Mandela Day celebration on Friday 18 July, honouring the neighbourhood's people with disabilities, signed a pledge to work hand in hand with Disabled People South Africa (DPSA) to look after this vulnerable group.
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July 24, 2025
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Opgeskorte vonnis na noodlottige ongeluk
Drie jaar nadat Quinten Potgieter in 'n motorongeluk in Knysnaweg gesterf het, is die ander betrokke motoris, Jayne van Schalkwyk (39), verlede Vrydag in die George-streekhof skuldig bevind aan strafbare manslag en gevonnis.
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July 24, 2025
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Golden trio bags 5 Africa medals
Three Kwagga learners, Nicole Barnard (18), Jayden Fourie (16) and Walter van Rensburg (17), secured five medals at the third biennial Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U18 and U20 Championships in Nigeria.
1 min |
July 24, 2025
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Have the GM and GRDM forgotten?
This is an open letter to the Western Cape minister of infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers, and the mayors of George Municipality (GM) and the Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM).
3 min |
July 24, 2025
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George disc golfers excel at South African Open
Disc Golf South Africa (DGSA) introduced its first junior division at the SA Opens, where Eden Disc Golf player Anthony Yssel achieved a convincing first place win from playing two flawless rounds.
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July 24, 2025
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SWD Eagles soar at Craven Week - but ranking system creates confusion
The SWD Eagles' U13 Craven Week and Academic teams lit up East London from 27 June to 4 July, delivering one of the most exciting campaigns in recent memory.
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July 24, 2025
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Tazmin Brits bats for dogs in distress
Proteas batter Tazmin Brits is a fierce opponent on the cricket field, but she has a very soft heart when it comes to animals.
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July 24, 2025
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'Ek het by sy graf gesit en grou'
Dit is in hierdie tyd, rondom sy verjaarsdag, wat Sheril Daniëls se hartseer op sy ergste is. \"Sy verjaarsdag en Kersfees. Dit is vir my moeilike tye,\" sê Daniëls in gesprek oor die dinge wat haar lewe vir ewig verander het.
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July 24, 2025
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Top athletes battle it out at SA Duathlon Champs
The 2025 South African Duathlon Championships saw Hoekwil become a hive of activity on a chilly Saturday 12 July, as about 200 athletes from across the country took on the demanding run-bike-run format through the area's hilly terrain and forested roads.
2 min |
July 17, 2025
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Stand together to save the soul of George
Six years ago, our family was fortunate enough to begin a new chapter in George.
2 min |
July 17, 2025
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Foundation to visit Red Stone Hills
The Van der Stel Foundation Garden Route is presenting an outing to the Red Stone Hills Guest Farm in the Mossel Bay area on Saturday 2 August.
1 min |
July 17, 2025
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Film commission seeks funding
Patrick Walton, chair of the Garden Route Film Commission (GRFC), says it's been a struggle to support local industry and filming projects from the get go.
2 min |
July 17, 2025
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Eden girls' U16 hockey team hit podium after 11-year wait
The Eden girls' U16 hockey team smashed through the proverbial glass ceiling, clinching the region's first podium position for a girls hockey team at an interprovincial tournament in 11 years.
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July 17, 2025
George Herald
Gold medal dreams, bronze medal delivery
Building a state-of the-art competition athletics track in George is a marvellous idea.
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