- GENERAL
One lives in Betty’s Bay. When one moves here, one is excited to experience the mountains to the north and the ocean (with the frequent sighting of whales and dolphins) to the south. And in between the fynbos and animals running “wild”.
But then one becomes “used” to this and does not “enjoy” this privilege any more. It becomes part of one’s daily life. Which is a pity.
With these great features one lives with, comes the added benefit of having the best of the best in the form of individuals/teams that are always available when one is in need.
Here I refer to BEST (Rob Boyd and his team) and FIRE AND SAFETY (Jorika Rabie and her team) and the BB Neighbourhood Watch (Wayne Jackson/Bennie Sheppard and their team) who are always available – night or day.
As an example: on Friday morning, 9 October, there was another medical incident at 00h30. One phone call and Rob (BEST) was on scene within 10 minutes, stabilising the patient before the ambulance arrived. The ambulance itself came an hour later, the issue being it had to travel from Hermanus. The patient is well, still in hospital but recovering. All thanks to the quick response from Rob, as First Respondent on scene. Thank you Rob 😊
One thing that I realised on Friday when thinking about what happened and what could have happened, is that we have BEST to look after our health on short notice. But we must wait long for an ambulance.
So, it may be time that we start to investigate the possibility of getting our own ambulance that will be close for medical emergencies. We are busy raising funds for a fire truck. Why not expanding this to include an ambulance? Something to think about.
A BIG THANKS to BEST, FIRE AND SAFETY and BB NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH for looking after us as residents in Betty’s Bay. With you and all the other features one must acknowledge that one stays in the best place in the world, having nature on the one hand and people that care on the other!
- LOCAL MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
The BBRA is a-political.
Still, good luck to all the potential Councillors (Ward and Proportional) that stand in the election.
The Municipal Elections are on the 4 November, with Special Votes to be cast on the 2 and 3 November 2026. The voting station is Crassula Hall on these three days.
- BBRA GENERAL
Please be advised that the minutes of the meetings held since January 2026 are available on the website of the BBRA.
- BBRA MEMBERSHIP
Standing Note: BBRA Member (and all future Members) should take note of the new BBRA Application Form (attached). The new form needs to be signed by all members (even if you are paid-up for 2025/26) as the issue pertaining to the POPI Act is addressed.
Being a member has the following advantages:
- Inclusion in the Betty’s Bay Neighbourhood Watch (BBNW), Betty’s Bay Emergency Support Team (BEST) and Betty’s Bay Fire and Rescue Volunteers;
- Effective community representation at the Overstrand Municipality, Community Policing Forum, DFFE, Cape Nature, SAPS, Ward 10 committee, the Stony Point Protected Area Advisory Committee (PAAC) etc.;
- Monthly BBRA Newsletter, active Facebook page, Instagram and BBRA website; and
- Access to relevant community WhatsApp groups for safety and updates.
Therefore, please join the BBRA as a member.