Betty’s Bay Ratepayers’ Association
Biosphere Living
Betty’s Bay is situated within the buffer/transitional zone of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve and it is important to think of the Biosphere as not only a floral kingdom, but to take into account the entire ecosystem. The Kogelberg area was registered as a conservancy with Cape Nature in 2005.
The BBRA represents the interests of Betty's Bay ratepayers and residents. It aims to cultivate and encourage interest in local affairs, promote conservation and represent Betty's Bay on the municipal Ward committee.
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BBRA General Meeting Dates
- March 12, 2025
- April 9, 2025
- May 14, 2025
- June 11, 2025
- July 9, 2025
- August 13, 2025
- September 10, 2025
- October 8, 2025
- November 12, 2025
- December 10, 2025
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A Book on Betty’s Bay
Hermanus has one, Rooiels has one – and by the end of 2025 Betty’s Bay will also have a book! Our unique coastal town is arguably one of the most remarkable places in our country in terms of diversity. A team of passionate locals are hard at work creating a…
Proposed Increase in the Size of the Stony Point Nature Reserve
Planning is underway to incorporate four properties of about 6.7 hectares, as indicated in red on the map (below), into the Stony Point reserve. These properties all qualify for Nature reserve status. The relevant officials still need to submit the required documentation in order to formally declare the properties. The…
How was the 2024/5 Breeding Season for the African Oystercatchers in Betty’s Bay?
Our November 2024 - March 2024 oystercatcher breeding season is now over. The breeding pairs on the various sections of the beaches were carefully monitored by: Wendy and Mark Lucas: on Silversands beach Lenore and Duncan Watermeyer: between Main Beach swimming area and the Dawid River outlet, Myrna and Colin…
“BBC4thSaturday” Event on 26 April: Betty’s Bay Marine Protected Area (MPA) and Coastal Clean-Up
Saturday 26th April was a beautiful sunny day with lots of BBC activity: Firstly, the collaborative event, between the Betty’s Bay Conservancy, Matie’s Underwater Club (MUC) and CapeNature, took place at Stony Point. Secondly, residents were invited to help clean Stony Point and the beach areas nearby. Thirdly, clean-ups happened…
Be Prepared! Be Winter Ready – Rainy Season in Betty’s Bay
Know Your Area\'s Flood Risk: Understand your region\'s susceptibility to flooding. Create a Flood Safety Plan: Develop a plan that includes evacuation of your residence and preventing of any flooding of your house. If you are in a low lying wetland area, think about placing sandbags in front of critical…
Kleinmond Animal Welfare Society – May 2025
What is KAWS....And Why? KAWS was founded in 2001 by a feisty 70-year-old lady who could no longer ignore the sick, mange-ridden, and undernourished dogs she saw wandering around the poorer areas of Kleinmond. She had started on her own from the back of her bakkie: feeding and treating those she…
St Francis Chapel – Consecration and Dedication
On Saturday 3 May 2025, the Chapel of St Francis of Assisi (also known as St Francis of the Fynbos), in Ferraria Road, Betty’s Bay, was consecrated and dedicated by the Bishop of False Bay, the Right Reverend Stafford R Moses. A consecration and dedication like this only happens when…
Engineering Services, Town-Planning & Property Development – May 2025
Betty’s Bay (Engineering / Planning Issues / Building Control) Parking Areas / Sites to renovated: The current state of affairs is noted below, following the site inspection that took place on Tuesday, 5th of March 2025 Attendees: Denovan/Brenton/Steffan/Penolopé (OLM), Wayne/Amund (BBRA). Apologies: Cllr. Theresa: Coffee on Clarence/The…
Betty’s Bay Fire & Rescue Volunteers
OUR LATEST REPORT: Another month has passed, and we slowly keep into the winter months, and the start of our teams training season. Each month the team completes a fitness assessment, along with other invaluable practical training, which is often combined with the municipal teams and the Pringle Bay Volunteers.…
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Community Efforts
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Betty's Bay Conservancy
For information on Biosphere Living, Animal Proofing your Home, Recycling, Beach Clean-ups and more.
Botanical Society
For information on Indigenous Gardens, Firewizing Fynbos, Plant and more and monthly talks.
Kogelberg Biosphere
Learn more from The Kogelberg Biosphere whos aim is to protect this vast natural wonder.
Wildlife
Established Wildlife rescue centre in Betty’s Bay.
Wildlife Rescue, South Africa aims to improve and standardize the level of wildlife rehabilitation training in South Africa.
Betty's Bay Pickle Ball
Free for paid-up Betty’s Bay Ratepayers Association (BBRA) members or donation-based for non-BBRA members.
Join our inclusive community project and experience the thrill of pickleball.
KAWS
Assisting, feeding and rehoming of abanded animals within the community between Rooi Els and Arrabella Golf Estate.
Adopt | Foster | Donate | Volunteer
Hangklip Athletics Club
For Social, Road & Trail runs, Walks and Time trials from Rooi Else to Kleinmond.
Betty's Bay Parkrun
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Every Saturday at 8am at the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens
Butterfly Effect
Developing and implementing community-based projects that will make a long term, sustainable impact on the lives of the communities we support.