Talk of the Town

26/12/2025

Patricipants at the annual Kowie RE/MAX Kowie Striders Fun Run on Friday 26 December at the Port Alfred Country Club.

26/12/2025

Ready, Set, Go! The annual Kowie RE/MAX Kowie Striders Fun Run set off at 5pm today.

26/12/2025

Bushmans is buzzing: Art on the Verandah and the Christmas Market are done and dusted. Next up is Anything that Floats, and the Boesmansriviermond Ratepayers Organization - BRRAG AGM – both tomorrow.

26/12/2025

Bushmans Recycling Centre managed by Akhona ‘Kellis’ Gqupu, is keeping the Sunshine Coast clean and green throughout the festive season. Here’s the team, here are their hours: give them your support!
(7am-4.30pm Monday to Friday; weekends 7am to 1pm. Closed only on New Year's Day)

26/12/2025

Scores of runners showed up for Three Valleys annual Running Wild trail run on Saturday December 20. Along with a thriving protea operation and game reserve, Three Valleys is also home to a predator sanctuary, where they care for animals that include a black leopard, a white lion and other long-term rescues. Running Wild is the Sanctuary’s biggest annual fundraiser and attracts people who love nature, people who love running, and people who love both. Bird’s eye view thanks to the Three Valleys heli, piloted by Pierre Volschenk.

26/12/2025

NSRI spokesperson Craig Lambinon said NSRI pink rescue buoys, stationed around South Africa in cooperation with municipalities, had been responsible for saving the lives of 231 people in bystander rescues since the programme’s inception in 2017.

What could have been a Christmas Day beach drowning tragedy in Port Alfred was averted thanks to quick action by beachgoers and a NSRI pink rescue buoy. By responding immediately, two Durban visitors saved a man from being washed out to sea by a rip current at Kelly’s Beach. NSRI Port Alfred stati...

26/12/2025

After the excitement of the cycle race tomorrow, Boknes and Cannon Rocks offer a wide range of activities to make your day memorable. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure, or a delicious treat, there’s something for everyone.

After the excitement of the cycle race, Boknes and Cannon Rocks offer a wide range of activities to make your day memorable. Whether you’re looking for relaxation, adventure, or a delicious treat, there’s something for everyone. Start at ZasGro Fruit & Veg Kiosk , near the Boknes and Cannon Rock...

26/12/2025

Here is some important information about the start and finish of the Boknes Woody Cape Cycle Challenge tomorrow, Saturday December 27.

Here is some important information about the start and finish of the Boknes Woody Cape Cycle Challenge on Saturday December 27. Getting to the start * Access to the Boknes Community Hall (Main Road) will be closed from the intersection at Pam Golding’s offices from 5am on race day. Cyclists and su...

25/12/2025

St John’s Anglican Church in Bathurst Village held their Carols by Candlelight service on Monday. Favourite carols, readings telling the Christmas story, interludes of early music and the warm glow of candlelight brought magic into the 200-year-old church.
*Thanks Grant Webb for the nice pics included in this collection.

25/12/2025

Truck stuck on Southwell Road. Proceed with caution.

25/12/2025

Perfect weather and festive music set the scene for this year’s Carols by Candlelight and Palcare Tree of Lights celebration at Kowie Bowling Club a on Saturday December 20.