News
People power at the polls
Along with the rest of the country, the Overstrand was a hive of activity on Wednesday as residents turned out in large numbers to vote in the local government elections.
The Village News · 10 November 2026
News
Annual financial health checks are crucial
Most people make time for an annual medical check-up, a dentist visit or a vehicle service.
The Village News
Community
Old Harbour restaurant approval explained
Responding to a resident’s social media post about a new restaurant in Hermanus’ historic Old Harbour, an Overstrand Municipality official explained that the required land-use application underwent public participation in 2024, and building plans were approved in July this year.
The Village News
Community
Hoy’s Koppie needs urgent clean-up and better security
Hoy’s Koppie, one of Hermanus’ historic landmarks and valued green spaces, is becoming an open-air toilet, prompting growing concern among residents and visitors about its deteriorating condition.
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Sport
Hot Walkerbabes run riot
Walkerbay Women's Rugby (Walkerbabes) delivered a commanding performance on Saturday when hosting Daisies RFC from Malmesbury in Round 3 of the Boland Women's Rugby Super 8 competition at Hawston Sports Ground.
Shane Schippers
Sport
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Sport
Yellow-card woes for Hawston
Hawston and Vredenburg rugby squads served up a thrilling encounter at the Hawston Sports Ground, affectionately known as ‘In Die Bos’, on Saturday, with the visitors staging a remarkable late comeback to force a 36–36 draw.
Shane Schippers
Sport
Tristan takes third world title
Onrus bodyboarder Tristan Roberts won his third Men’s Bodyboarding World Championship, clinching the 2026 title on Monday - and adding to his previous world crowns in 2019 and 2022.
The Village News
Sport
Safcol in rampant mode
Safcol United players made their intentions clear, producing the weekend’s most emphatic performance by overwhelming Invincibles 92–15 in the Boland Top 12 rugby competition.
Shane Schippers
Opinion & letters
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Letter
Applause for library service excellence
It came as no surprise to me to read in the media that out of 375 libraries, Hermanus Library again won the trophy for Public Library of the Year in the Western Cape, as well as the Best Friends of a Public Library award and runner-up in the Digital Literary Champion category.
Letter
Who was Fick’s Pool named after?
Following uncertainty over who Fick’s Pool was named after, research suggests that Josias Servaas Fick (1830-1919) carries the honour, after two candidates were previously thought to be the true candidates.
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Community
A community at work
CARL DE VILLIERS On Wednesday, the local government election campaign caravans finally ground to a halt.
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Community
Raise a glass to gorgeous hair
Hair care will take on a new dimension at inoHair Treatment Salon in Hermanus this festive season.
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Community
Gentlemen’s evening excludes women
Perhaps Hermanus High could enlighten me as to why the school hosts an annual ‘Gentlemen’s Evening’.
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Environment
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Environment
The silent hunters of Hermanus
From soundproof feathers to extraordinary eyesight, owls are marvels of natural engineering.
Dr Anina Lee
Environment
A landmark for wildlife
South Africa’s Constitutional Court (ConCourt) has delivered an important victory for animal protection, but one that is not final.
Dr Anina Lee
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