Andrew Stroebel - Speaker: Hessequa Municipality

STILBAAI TOUCHIES - The annual Stilbaai Touchies is a part of the Hot Summer of Touch series, with the Stilbaai leg taking place on 26 December 2023.

This series of touch rugby offers excitement, skill, drama and naturally, a fantastic summer vibe which makes this one of the most popular events this December!

We'll see you at the Stilbaai Touchies!

Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism l Hessequa Municipality l CapeTownMagazine.com l SABC News Western Cape l Deon Bing Roving Surf Reporter l 94.5 Kfm l Suid-Kaap FORUM l SOUTH MAGAZINE l Rove South Africa l Eden FM

COASTAL CAMPING FACILITIES - Hessequa is ideal for visitors who are travelling to live their passions and getting into a healthy space of mind. The Hessequa Municipal Resorts offers the ideal opportunity for you to escape the daily stressors and relax and revive the body and mind.

The Municipal Resorts are located in Witsand, Jongensfontein, Stilbaai and Gouritsmond and offers limited availability from 01-12 December 2023. So, escape the ordinary by booking a weekend stay for 01-03 December 2023 or 08-10 December 2023. Should you want to stay a little longer, you can enquire about availability from the resort of your choice.

Read more on the Municipal Resorts by following the link https://explorersgardenroute.co.za/places/category/municipal-resorts-stay/

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Stand van damme soos op 20 November 2023:



Korentepoortdam = 99% - 2mm reën (week / maand)

Duivenhoks dam = 100,3%

Olive Grove = 100%

Jongensfontein dam = 100%

ESKOM LOADSHEDDING *UPDATE 2*
Sunday, 19 November 2023

♦️ *New Power Alert* 👉 Loadshedding will remain at Stage 3 until 05:00 on Monday. Thereafter, Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented until 16:00, with Stage 3 set to resume at 16:00. Stages 1 and 3 will alternate in the morning and afternoon from Tuesday until Wednesday.

*Heidelberg, Slangrivier and Witsand:*

SUN, 19 NOV 2023
➡18:00 - 20:30

MON, 20 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡18:00 - 20:30

TUE, 21 NOV 2023
➡00:00 - 02:30
➡08:00 - 10:30

WED, 22 NOV 2023
➡00:00 - 02:30
➡16:00 - 18:30

*Riversdale, Albertinia, Gouritsmond, Stilbaai, Melkhoutfontein and Jongensfontein:*

SUN, 19 NOV 2023
➡20:00 - 22:30

MON, 20 NOV 2023
➡20:00 - 22:30

TUE, 21 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡18:00 - 20:30

WED, 22 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡10:00 - 12:30


*ISSUED* by Hessequa Municipality *on behalf of ESKOM*

*ESKOM LOADSHEDDING UPDATE*
Sunday, 19 November 2023

In order to replenish emergency reserves in preparation for the week ahead, Stage 3 loadshedding was implemented from 09:00 this morning until 05:00 on Monday. *Eskom will communicate the outlook for the week ahead this afternoon.*

*Heidelberg, Slangrivier and Witsand:*

SUN, 19 NOV 2023
➡10:00 - 12:30
➡18:00 - 20:30

MON, 20 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡18:00 - 20:30

*Riversdale, Albertinia, Gouritsmond, Stilbaai, Melkhoutfontein and Jongensfontein:*

SUN, 19 NOV 2023
➡12:00 - 14:30
➡20:00 - 22:30

MON, 20 NOV 2023
➡12:00 - 14:30
➡20:00 - 22:30

*ISSUED* by Hessequa Municipality *on behalf of ESKOM*

*ESKOM LOADSHEDDING UPDATE*
Friday, 17 November 2023

Various Stages of load shedding will be implemented over the weekend.

*Heidelberg, Slangrivier and Witsand:*

FRI, 17 NOV 2023
➡No further loadshedding

SAT, 18 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡10:00 - 12:30
➡18:00 - 20:30

SUN, 19 NOV 2023
➡18:00 - 20:30

MON, 20 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30

*Riversdale, Albertinia, Gouritsmond, Stilbaai, Melkhoutfontein and Jongensfontein:*

FRI, 17 NOV 2023
➡20:00 - 22:30

SAT, 18 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 06:30
➡12:00 - 14:30

SUN, 19 NOV 2023
➡20:00 - 22:30

MON, 20 NOV 2023
➡20:00 - 22:30

*ISSUED* by Hessequa Municipality *on behalf of ESKOM*

The GCBR is an action-oriented non-profit organisation founded in 2011. We protect, strengthen and restore ecosystems within the 3.2-million-hectare area that has been designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This area is located across large portions of the Southern and Western Cape, and Klein Karoo region of South Africa.

Neon Colour Night Run!!!

VLAKTE MARATHON - We are counting down the days until the 21st edition of the annual Vlakte Marathon, hosted on Saturday, 25 November 2023 in Heidelberg, Western Cape.

The standing records per race are impressive, and the record holders are congratulated.

One question remains...will some of these records be broken during the 2023 Vlakte Marathon?

Tag a runner in the comment section, who will try and attempt to improve one of the Vlakte Marathon records.

Race entries: https://entrytickets.net/vlakte or e-mail [email protected]

Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism l Nedbank Running Club George l Paarl Athletics Club l Hartenbos Drawwers l 32GI Running Club SWD l IKhayaLethu Athletics Club l Whalers Athletics Club l Eersterivier Athletics Club l Hollywood Athletics Club l Bellville Athletics Club l Khayelitsha Athletics Club l UCT Athletics Club l Hangklip Athletics Club l Goodwood Harriers Running Club l Yellow Honey Media l Hessequa Municipality l Garden Route District Municipality l Langeberg Athletics Club l ComradesMarathon

AVITOURISM - A number of FREE Educational Trips are being planned in the Hessequa region as part of the Garden Route and Klein Karoo Avitourism Project. See the list of these trips including dates and times below. For more information and to book, click on the link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.
https://www.birdlife.org.za/support-us/events/avitourism-educationals/

Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism l Gourits Self-Catering Units l Grootvadersbosch Conservancy l De Doornkraal l Korentepoort Dam l Garden Route Game Lodge l Gourikwa Nature Reserve l Alikreukel Trail l The Anchorage Beach Restaurant & Bar l Spasie.Witsand l Hessequa Art Route l TuinplaasTuinplaas - Tiny TownTiny Town l Hessequa Municipality

HEIDELBERG - Active farm life experiences, marvellous indigenous forest, mountain bike trails and awe-inspiring views within a beautiful nature setting are synonymous with this town, which guards the entrance to the Garden Route.

The community loves a good story and are known to indulge in some colorful descriptions of the characters and happenings of the area. Experience ‘platteland’ lifestyle at its best, with meaningful conversations, interesting art, quirky farm stalls, well-preserved historical buildings and leisurely exploration.

This quiet towns soul-soothing camping and glamping experiences, located along the farm-lands of town offers the ideal setting to reflect, relax and rejuvenate the body, mind and soul.

The town shares strong resemblance to its counterpart in Germany, with the likes of the Heidelberg Post Office a regular feature on international visitors photography-list. This is tranquil living at its best, a feature that is passionately preserved by the locals.

The hamlet of Slangrivier is located a mere 15-minute drive from Heidelberg and compliments the diversity of this town.

Join in the excitement of exploring Heidelberg and Hessequa as part of your Garden Route tour. The YouTube video on Heidelberg can be viewed via the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVEGGZEnkq8

Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism l Afrique du Sud Tourisme l Visit South Africa l Love South Africa l South African Tourism UK l South African Tourism Namibia l Springbok Atlas Tours & Safaris l Hylton Ross Exclusive Touring l Cullinan Guided Journeys

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*ESKOM LOADSHEDDING UPDATE*
Wednesday, 15 November 2023

Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 05:00 until 16:00 on Wednesday, followed by Stage 3 loadshedding from 16:00 until 05:00 on Thursday. This pattern of implementing Stage 2 loadshedding in the morning and Stage 3 loadshedding in the evening will be repeated daily until further notice.

*Heidelberg, Slangrivier and Witsand:*

WED, 15 NOV 2023
➡20:00 - 22:30

THU, 16 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 06:30
➡20:00 - 22:30

FRI, 17 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡10:00 - 12:30

SAT, 18 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡10:00 - 12:30
➡18:00 - 20:30

SUN, 19 NOV 2023
➡18:00 - 20:30

MON, 20 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡18:00 - 20:30

*Riversdale, Albertinia, Gouritsmond, Stilbaai, Melkhoutfontein and Jongensfontein:*

WED, 15 NOV 2023
➡14:00 - 16:30
➡22:00 - 00:30

THU, 16 NOV 2023
➡22:00 - 00:30

FRI, 17 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 06:30
➡20:00 - 22:30

SAT, 18 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 06:30
➡12:00 - 14:30

SUN, 19 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 05:00
➡12:00 - 14:30
➡20:00 - 22:30

MON, 20 NOV 2023
➡20:00 - 22:30

*ISSUED* by Hessequa Municipality *on behalf of ESKOM*

📚ALBERTINIA LIBRARY BOOK SALE - 30 November and 01 December 2023 from 10h00 - 13h00.

Sales go towards the purchase of new books.

VELD FIRE WARNING ! ⚠️

Dear Hessequa Residents & Holidaymakers

The Hessequa Municipal Environmental Services has forwarded us a copy of their River Control User Guide.

This handy document contains all the necessary information ranging from boating regulations and tariffs to frequently asked questions on boating permits.

You can download a copy from the official Hessequa Tourism website https://explorersgardenroute.co.za/2023/11/13/river-control-user-guide/

Enjoy the Summer!

Andrew 💙

GOURITSMOND - It’s all about the ocean, the river and the nature trails in this unpretentious coastal town, located in the heart of the Garden Route. The daily rhythm features a range of water sports, relaxing on the beach, deep sea fishing adventures, angling, coastal walking routes and then retiring to friendly home-away-from-home hospitality.

The Gouritsmond camping resort is presented in a complimentary manner and is the ideal playground for group stays. This town has developed a marvellous reputation as coastal wedding destination, with fairytale-like venues and corresponding accommodation options.

The scenic coastal gravel network connects Gouritsmond with the rest of the Hessequa towns and are the ideal setting for mountain bike- and birding enthusiasts.

The tourist experience options are simple and unhurried each and every day - just the right antidote for stressful modern living and families looking for wholesome fun!

Watch the YouTube video of Gouritsmond and join in on the excitement of counting down the days until the summer holidays.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07vzCF6K14A

Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism l CapeTownMagazine.com l SOUTH MAGAZINE l Rove South Africa l Discoverctwc l Cinematic Travel SA l Afrique du Sud Tourisme l Visit South Africa l Gourikwa Nature Reserve l Gouritsmond Koffie Stories l Gouritz Valley Weddings & Accommodation l Casa Da Baleia Wedding and Function Venue Gouritsmond l Gourits Self-Catering Units l Gourits Fishing Charters

Stand van damme soos op 13 November 2023:



Korentepoortdam = 100% - 2mm reën (week)

Duivenhoks dam = 100,5%

Olive Grove = 100%

Jongensfontein dam = 100%

Weather Warning - Extreme Heat ⚠️

*ESKOM LOADSHEDDING UPDATE*
Sunday, 12 November 2023

Stage 1 loadshedding will be implemented from 16:00 today until 05:00 on Monday. Thereafter, loadshedding will vary between Stages 1, 2 and 3 for the remainder of the week.

*Heidelberg, Slangrivier and Witsand:*

SUN, 12 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

MON, 13 NOV 2023
➡05:00 - 06:30
➡12:00 - 14:30

TUE, 14 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 05:00
➡20:00 - 22:30

WED, 15 NOV 2023
➡20:00 - 22:30

THU, 16 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 06:30
➡20:00 - 22:30

FRI, 17 NOV 2023
➡02:00 - 04:30
➡10:00 - 12:30

*Riversdale, Albertinia, Gouritsmond, Stilbaai, Melkhoutfontein and Jongensfontein:*

SUN, 12 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

MON, 13 NOV 2023
➡06:00 - 08:30
➡22:00 - 00:30

TUE, 14 NOV 2023
➡14:00 - 16:30

WED, 15 NOV 2023
➡22:00 - 00:30

THU, 16 NOV 2023
➡22:00 - 00:30

FRI, 17 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 06:30
➡20:00 - 22:30

*ISSUED* by Hessequa Municipality *on behalf of ESKOM*

*ESKOM LOADSHEDDING UPDATE*
Friday, 10 November 2023

Due to the anticipated lower weekend electricity demand and adequate emergency reserves, Stage 2 loadshedding will be implemented from 16:00 today until 05:00 on Saturday, as previously communicated. Thereafter, loadshedding will be suspended until 16:00 on Monday. An update on the outlook of the next week will be announced on Sunday. Eskom will communicate should any significant changes occur.

*Heidelberg, Slangrivier and Witsand:*

FRI, 10 NOV 2023
➡22:00 - 00:30

SAT, 11 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

SUN, 12 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

MON, 13 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

*Riversdale, Albertinia, Gouritsmond, Stilbaai, Melkhoutfontein and Jongensfontein:*

FRI, 10 NOV 2023
➡16:00 - 18:30

SAT, 11 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

SUN, 12 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

MON, 13 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

*ISSUED* by Hessequa Municipality *on behalf of ESKOM*

Dear Hessequa residents ,please take note of the following important information.⚠️

📣 *TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF STREETS IN STILL BAY, MELKHOUTFONTEIN & RIVERSDALE*

Please note that the following roads in Still Bay, Melkhoutfontein and Riversdale will be closed for normal use from 07:00 in the morning for the purpose of asphalting. Please move your vehicles before 07:00 if you are going to need to use it during the day.

♦ *ENQUIRIES:* Please contact Jonathan Michiel at 028 713 7834 or Leandra Sauls at 028 7137831 if more information is needed.

➡ *Tuesday, 14 November 2023:* Karee avenue and Oester avenue (Still Bay)

➡ *Wednesday, 15 November 2023:* Buitekant street (Still Bay)

➡ *Thursday, 16 November 2023:* Perdekuil intersection and Melkboom street (Still Bay)

➡ *Friday, 17 November 2023:* Keurboom street (Still Bay)

➡ *Saturday, 18 November 2023:* Keurboom street (Still Bay)

➡ *Monday, 20 November 2023:* Waterkant street (Still Bay)

➡ *Tuesday, 21 November 2023:* Waterkant street and Preekstoel intersection (Still Bay)

➡ *Wednesday, 22 November 2023:* Rietslot (Melkhoutfontein) and Raubenheimer street (Riversdale)

We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

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*ESKOM LOADSHEDDING UPDATE*
Thursday, 09 November 2023

Eskom is currently implementing Stage 2 load shedding (16:00 – 05:00) after which loadshedding is suspended from 05:00 until 16:00 until further notice. *The schedule below is based on this pattern* and will be updated as soon as new power alert is received.

*Heidelberg, Slangrivier and Witsand:*

THU, 09 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

FRI, 10 NOV 2023
➡22:00 - 00:30

SAT, 11 NOV 2023
➡22:00 - 00:30

SUN, 12 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

MON, 13 NOV 2023
➡04:00 - 05:00

*Riversdale, Albertinia, Gouritsmond, Stilbaai, Melkhoutfontein and Jongensfontein:*

THU, 09 NOV 2023
➡No further loadshedding

FRI, 10 NOV 2023
➡16:00 - 18:30

SAT, 11 NOV 2023
➡16:00 - 18:30

SUN, 12 NOV 2023
➡00:00 - 02:30

MON, 13 NOV 2023
➡No loadshedding

*ISSUED* by Hessequa Municipality *on behalf of ESKOM*

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Hessequa Residents

BirdLife South Africa will be hosting a series of Avitourism educational outreaches within Hessequa as follows:



13 November 2023 – Riversdale, GCBR Office, 2 Barry Street from 09h00 – 12h00.
15 November 2023 – Heidelberg, Culla Uys Nature Garden from 07h00 – 09h00.
16 November 2023 – Witsand, Witsand Nature Reserve from 09h00 – 11h00.
16 November 2023 – Stilbaai, Tourism Bureau from 13h00 – 15h30.
18 November 2023 – Albertinia, Voëlroepersfontein Guesthouse & Whispering Tree from 08h00 – 10h00


The educational outreaches form part of their ongoing project to develop and promote Avitourism within the Garden Route and Klein Karoo.


Interested individuals are encouraged to register for a session via the link https://www.birdlife.org.za/support-us/events/avitourism-educationals/

Regards

Andrew Stroebel

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Avitourism Educationals - BirdLife South Africa