Local News
Velddrif Fishing Industry Adapts for Sustainable Future
Velddrif's fishing industry remains a vital economic and cultural pillar, directly supporting numerous livelih…
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Community News
Velddrif Launches New Health Programme, Sports Grounds Upgraded
Velddrif, Western Cape, is set to launch a new Community Health and Wellness Programme, including a R3.5 milli…
local government
Bergrivier Municipality Addresses Water Supply Concerns in Velddrif
Bergrivier Municipality has issued a statement regarding recent water pressure fluctuations and supply interru…
community
Velddrif Community Centre Launches New Skills Development Programmes
The Velddrif Community Centre has introduced a series of new skills development programmes aimed at empowering…
sport
Velddrif Primary School Hosts Successful Annual Sports Day
Velddrif Primary School's annual Sports Day was a resounding success, bringing together students, parents, and…
business
New Boutique Opens on Voortrekker Road, Boosting Local Economy
Velddrif welcomes a new boutique, 'River Chic', to Voortrekker Road, offering unique clothing and accessories …
business
New Boutique Hotel Opens, Boosting Velddrif's Tourism Sector
A new boutique hotel, 'The Estuary Retreat', has officially opened its doors in Velddrif, promising to attract…
community
Velddrif's Annual 'River Clean-Up' Initiative Sees Record Volunteer Turnout
The annual 'River Clean-Up' event in Velddrif saw an unprecedented number of volunteers this past weekend, dem…
local government
Velddrif Municipality Addresses Pothole Epidemic on Local Roads
The Bergrivier Local Municipality has announced a new plan to tackle the increasing number of potholes plaguin…
Sport
Velddrif Rugby Club Secures Crucial Victory in Boland League
Velddrif Rugby Club delivered a dominant performance last Saturday, securing a vital win against Piketberg in …
Environment
Flamingo Population Thrives in Berg River Estuary
Recent bird counts indicate a healthy and growing population of Lesser and Greater Flamingos in the Berg River…
Business
New Artisan Bakery Brings Fresh Flavours to Velddrif's Main Street
A new artisan bakery, 'Die Broodhuis', has opened its doors on Velddrif's Main Street, promising freshly baked…
Local Government
Berg River Mouth Dredging Project Faces Further Delays
The much-anticipated dredging of the Berg River mouth, crucial for local fishing and tourism, has encountered …
environment
Local Birdwatcher Discovers Rare Migratory Species in Velddrif Estuary
A keen local birdwatcher in Velddrif has reported the sighting of a rare migratory bird species in the Berg Ri…
Community
Velddrif Residents Rally to Clean Up Port Owen Canals
A dedicated group of Velddrif residents organised a successful clean-up operation in the Port Owen canals, rem…
environment
Berg River Estuary Clean-Up Initiative Gains Momentum
Local environmental groups and community volunteers in Velddrif have launched a significant clean-up operation…