An observational study conducted in the wilds of Betty’s Bay Living in Betty’s Bay, one is constantly reminded to do one’s bit for the biosphere — ideally without becoming too officious about it. With that...
Drama and Theatre Arts
As a strategic BBRA project, this portfolio is a heritage initiative to promote diverse community cultural offerings. We wish to establish a register of the cultural offerings currently available in Betty’s Bay. Please contact me on email at...
Snippets for an Amateur Gardener
YOUR WETLAND GARDEN Unlike rivers or streams, where flowing water is usually present, wetlands are generally waterlogged during the winter months, but can be almost dry in summer. Give-away signs of their presrence include flat or slightly depressed areas, standing...
Introducing Pete Oxford
Permission granted by Pete Oxford to use this column from the Overstrand Herald.
Hangklip Community Care Centre (HCCC)
HCCC provides welfare services to the Hangklip community, i.e. residents of Betty’s Bay, Pringle Bay and Rooi Els. During the calendar month of March our kitchen distributed 51 food parcels and prepared 583 scrumptious meals. Our semiweekly Pilates classes, weekly...
Tribute to Peter Berrisford
For over fifty years the Berrisford home in Bass Road, Betty’s Bay has been a focal point of community life and conservation. At the heart of the home, Peter and Merrilee Berrisford have hosted countless committee meetings, social gatherings and transformative...
2026 Cape Town Cycle Tour
The following article is written by Peter Norton, resident of Jock’s Bay, who suffered a stroke in 2008 which affected the right side of his body and his speech. Undaunted, Peter, a man of great courage, determination and tenacity and a great zest for life, now...
KAWS
Medical kits for dogs We have received several pet owners calling with an emergency situation with their dog. Many pet owners do not have a basic medical kit for their pets. Here are a few basic items to have in a kit. Your canine first aid kit should be comprehensive...
Hangklip Community Care Centre
HCCC provides welfare services to the Hangklip community, i.e. residents of Betty’s Bay, Pringle Bay and Rooi Els. After closing for the holidays in early December, food preparation and other services resumed on 12 January this year. During the short month of January...
Drama and Theatre Arts
I am a newbie on the BBRA committee, and I have a freshly created portfolio – "Drama and Theatre Arts". As a strategic BBRA project, the portfolio is a heritage initiative to promote diverse community cultural offerings. And I request your assistance! We wish to...









