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George Herald
Your pain is our pain
In Thembalethu, an injury to one is an injury to all.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
Join fun run in aid of Life
Families and friends who love the outdoors are invited to share in a fun run and walk in aid of Life Community Services (LCS) at the lovely Redberry Farm on Saturday 28 June.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
Pacaltsdorp gereed vir Cansa Relay
Die Pacaltsdorp-sportterrein gaan lewe kry met lig, hoop en gemeenskapsgees wanneer die Cansa Relay for Life George vir die eerste keer op hierdie terrein plaasvind.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
George July fundraiser returns for its fourth year
The Seven Passes Initiative is thrilled to announce the return of its much-loved annual fundraising event, the George July, taking place at the vibrant new venue, Bramble Hill International School, from 12:00 on Saturday 26 July.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
Onderwyser se TikTok-nalatenskap lok miljoene kykers
Wolhaarstories, speelse poetse en TikTok-video's is geheime wapens waarmee Edmondo van der Berg, 'n gr. 7-onderwyser by Pacaltsdorp Primêr (PPS), sy klas se aandag ten volle behou. Hierdie man maak dit sy werk om kinders positief te hou en 'n verhouding met sy klas te bou, op 'n manier wat die jongklomp verstaan.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
So much more than climbing mountains
What is known as one of the Garden Route's most gruelling trail-running challenges became a mission of heart and purpose for local athlete Zonika van As, who completed the George Six Peaks Fastest Known Time (FKT) challenge on Sunday 15 June, not just for personal achievement, but to help build a better future for the young children in Pacaltsdorp.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
How was 'complex' budget explained to the politicians?
With reference to George Municipality's response to my and the Ratepayers' Alliance's concerns over the budget (\"Concerns over George budget\", George Herald, 12 June).
1 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
Kabo Yellow supporters step in to help fire victims
After a raging fire tore through Zone 8, Edameni, Thembalethu, destroying 46 homes, the Mamelodi Sundowns George branch stepped in to show their support and solidarity with the affected families.
1 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
Drome oor toekoms in filmbedryf neem vorm
Die 20-jarige Duran Ruiters, 'n voormalige dramaleerder van Hoërskool George, se volharding om sy droom van 'n akteursloopbaan uit te leef, is besig om vorm aan te neem.
2 min |
June 19, 2025
George Herald
Gold rush! Dad-daughter duo strikes Kruger Rand gold
An exhilarating treasure hunt on Saturday 7 June saw the fifth and final 1/10oz gold Kruger Rand in the Mr K George Amazing Race campaign won on by father-daughter duo Johann and Kaylee van Gruting.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
ANEW start for Wilderness Hotel
The Wilderness Hotel is entering an exciting new era under new management following an agreement struck between the owners of the hotel and ANEW Hotels & Resorts, a group that runs 17 hotel and resort properties in South Africa.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
No borer beetle activity detected for over two years
George lost about 20 large trees during an outbreak of the polyphagous shot-hole borer (PSHB) between 2018 and 2021, but the situation has since been monitored closely and is under control.
2 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Man se moordenaar kry lewenslank
\"Ek het nie vir Abraham doodgemaak nie. Ek het niks aan hom gedoen nie.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Volunteers make 'world of difference'
Tuiniqua's invitation of a while ago to members of the public to become part of its Adopt a Grandparent project was fruitful.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Pedal with purpose for paws
Looking for a fun, meaningful way to spend Father's Day?
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
GBV summit maps out plan of action
The first ever Gender-based Violence (GBV) Summit hosted by Families SA (Famsa) Outeniqua at Fancourt Hotel on Thursday 5 June brought together representatives from various organisations and departments that provide services and support to survivors of GBV.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Delays in settlement upgrades blamed for recurring fires
While the cause of Friday 6 June's destructive informal settlement fire that flattened a reported 46 homes in Thembalethu is still unknown, Ward 12's Cllr Eric Mdaka blames the delay in regularising densely populated informal settlements for repeated large-scale fire incidents.
2 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Gardag's golf day, clean-up a success
Gardag hosted its 2025 Golf Day at the George Golf Club on Thursday 5 June with the aim of raising funds for independent monitoring of water courses in the George region.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
No quick fix for rising prevalence of homelessness
While repeated requests for comment from the George Police Station remained unanswered, senior municipal spokesperson Ntobeko Mangqwengqwe acknowledged and expressed understanding for the frustrations residents and business owners face regarding homeless people on or near their private properties.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Garden Route Badgers women's squad for next season announced
On Tuesday 10 June, South Western Districts Cricket announced its professional women's squad for the 2025/26 season.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Columbo spends World Oceans Day at Vic Bay
Columbo, die geliefde suidelike olifantrob, het Wêreld Oseaandag op Sondag 8 Junie by Victoria Bay gevier, wat verwondering opgewek en openbare aanbidding geniet het.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
New tuck shop brings fresh flavours and local flair
A new chapter began at Hoekwil Primary this week with the launch of its brandnew school tuck shop, Wildflower Pantry, officially opened on Wednesday 4 June.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Kingswood Golf Estate's new community centre and clubhouse nears completion - A whole new chapter awaits!
Get ready! Something big and beautiful is brewing at Kingswood!
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Hawks nab two for police corruption
The arrests of two men, a former police constable and a serving sergeant in the Thembalethu Detectives branch, on corruption charges have stirred significant concern among residents.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
En Route Mini Festival a tapestry of solo stories
A showcase of three one-person performances by acclaimed South African playwright Mike van Graan will grace the stage at the Market Community Theatre (MCT) during the En Route Mini Festival from 19 to 22 June.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Unforgettable celebration of women and music
The Garden Route Mall Ladies Club event on Friday 30 May was nothing short of magical.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Delays in settlement upgrades blamed
A devastating fire swept through Zone 8 in Thembalethu on Friday 6 June, destroying a reported 46 informal homes and leaving about 70 residents displaced.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Concerns over George budget
The 2025/26 George budget has been rejected by the Garden Route Ratepayers' Alliance (GRRA) and Business Café after the concerns they had submitted to the George Municipality during the public participation process have to date not been responded to.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
CFO responds to the ratepayers' concerns
George Municipality's CFO, Riaan du Plessis, provided explanations to all the 2025126 concerns raised by the Garden Route Ratepayers' Alliance.
1 min |
June 12, 2025
George Herald
Young musicians celebrate 40 years with gala concert
The George Music Society (GMS) hosted the 40th anniversary of the Young Musicians Competition in the George Arts Theatre on 6 June.
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