Yolande Du Preez

Acting editor

Jubilee Square lights up with annual Switching on of the Christmas Lights

Yolande Du Preez|Updated

Despite the southeaster, over 200 visitors gathered at Jubilee Square on December 7 to celebrate the annual Switching On of the Christmas Lights. Organised by Simonstown. ...

Step out and step up with Fish Hoek Lions Club to support victims of GBV

Yolande Du Preez|Updated

Fish Hoek Lions Club has asked men to step up and step out, in heels, against gender-based violence in a “Walk In Heels” on Saturday, December 6.

Fire displaces 12 in Ocean View Rasta camp: Community urged to help

Yolande Du Preez|Published

On November 30, a devastating fire in the Rasta camp in Ocean View left 12 people homeless. Local non-profit CareCompany is calling for donations of clothing and ...

Join the festive celebration at the Switching on of the Christmas Lights in Simon's Town

Yolande Du Preez|Updated

Get ready for a magical evening as Jubilee Square in Simon's Town transforms into a festive wonderland on Sunday, 7 December, at 6pm. Enjoy a captivating performance ...

Zimbabwean man found guilty of murdering French national in Noordhoek

Yolande Du Preez|Updated

A Zimbabwean man was found guilty of the 2022 murder of French national Pierre Bretonnes in the Western Cape High Court on Monday, October 6. Mr Bretonnes’s body ...

Mandela Day reflection: How a nation came together outside a hospital

Yolande Du Preez|Published

In 2013, I witnessed a nation unite outside the Mediclinic Heart Hospital as we awaited news of Nelson Mandela's health. This reflection captures the hope, love, ...

Moira Harding on road to recovery after Comrades ordeal

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Moira Harding, a dedicated member of the Fish Hoek Athletics Club, is on the mend in an Umhlanga hospital after a harrowing ordeal following the Comrades Marathon. ...

Watch VideoComrades Marathon: Fish Hoek runner in critical condition after mysterious disappearance

Se-Anne Rall and Yolande Du Preez|Updated

Police in KZN are investigating the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Fish Hoek runner Moira Harding, who was found in critical condition after completing ...

Serving the Community: ward councillor and Fish Hoek Lions Club cook for the elderly

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Join Ward Councillor Izabel Sherry and the Fish Hoek Lions Club as they come together to prepare warm meals for the elderly, showcasing community spirit and compassion ...

Emaan Solomons' killers get 35-year sentence

Yolande Du Preez|Published

The family of seven-year-old Emaan Solomons forgives her murderers as they receive a 35-year sentence, highlighting the impact of gang violence in Ocean View.

Otter sculpture to be unveiled at Lower Silvermine Wetland

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Join Friends of Silvermine Nature Area (Fosna) for the unveiling of a Cape clawless otter sculpture made from invasive plant material at the Lower Silvermine Wetland ...

Trip down memory lane with talk on the Green Parrot

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Talk will reflect on the early years of the tearoom before 1960.

Far south fire devastates almost 3 000 hectares of vegetation

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Firefighters work around the clock to put out blaze.

Animal welfare groups respond to Table Mountain wildfire

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Animal welfare organisations are tirelessly working to rescue wildlife and pets affected by the devastating Freedom Day fire, which has ravaged 3 000 hectares of ...

Fish Hoek's Super Sandman showcases sculptures at Johannesburg's Rand Show

Yolande Du Preez|Updated

Fish Hoek's sand sculpture artist, Innocent Zungu, showcased his sand sculptures at Johannesburg's Rand Show over the Easter weekend.

Devastating fire engulfs Ocean View home on Good Friday

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Three families in Ocean View faced a heartbreaking ordeal as a fire devastated their home on Good Friday, leaving them in desperate need of community support.

Join Ocean View Cadets as they celebrate three years of success

Yolande Du Preez|Published

From humble beginnings in April 2022, the Vigis Home of Hope Ocean View Cadets have flourished into a vital community youth programme.

Lions Club hosts wellness day

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Visitors made use of the various services such as blood pressure monitoring, diabetes screening, and breast exams.

Late Deon Terry was a pillar of Ocean View community

Yolande Du Preez|Updated

Deon Terry, a devoted family man and a pillar of the Ocean View community, passed away after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Masiphumelele High pupils experience magic of theatre

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Pupils from Masiphumelele High School enjoyed a trip to the Artscape theatre where they watched a play and had a backstage tour.

Easter jam fun

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Good Hope Christian Centre will present events at three venues.

Talk to unpack difficult chapter of forced removals

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Join the Fish Hoek Valley Historical Association for an enlightening talk on the forced removals of the 1960s and 1970s.

Fish Hoek artist Diane Tainton remembered for compassion

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Diane Tainton, remembered for her artistic spirit and unwavering compassion, passed away at 57 after a brave battle with cancer.

Larger-than-life Otter sculpture to grace Lower Silvermine Wetland

Yolande Du Preez|Published

Visitors to the Lower Silvermine Wetland will soon encounter a striking Cape Clawless Otter sculpture.

Fish Hoek branch commander retires after 39 years of service

Yolande Du Preez|Published

After 36 years of unwavering dedication to the South African Police Service, Captain Scharl Basson retires, leaving behind a legacy of service and heartfelt memories ...