HCCC provides welfare services to the Hangklip community, i.e. residents of Betty’s Bay, Pringle Bay and Rooi Els. During the month of September we distributed 52 food parcels and cooked 474 scrumptuous, nutritious meals. Our semiweekly Pilates and Line-dancing...

Welcome to Drama and Theatre Arts, a new portfolio of the BBRA, which is now my responsibility. I look forward to arranging and promoting drama and theatre arts in Betty’s Bay. And I would welcome suggestions in such regard from all of you.  Please note, this does not...

The Betty’s Bay Ratepayers Association (BBRA) pays tribute to Adrian De Kock, a man whose life of service and dedication has left an enduring legacy in our community. Adrian was one of the pioneers of the BBRA, serving faithfully for many years as treasurer, leader,...

Over the past few months we have seen so many lost dogs running on the roads in Betty’s Bay. This situation is not only dangerous for the animals but distressing for motorists who have almost run over them. We are appealing to the community to ensure that your...

Very important:  we have moved! Since 1 September 2025 HCCC has been conducting our activities from our new address – the old Jacks, adjacent to the Centre shops in Betty’s Bay. HCCC provides welfare services to the Hangklip community i.e. residents of Betty’s Bay,...

Our well-known Betty’s Bay doggie, Jamie, celebrated his 11th birthday on the 9 August. Jamie’s wish was to raise 1100 kg of food for Kleinmond Animal Welfare Society in lieu of birthday gifts. Well, Jamie outdid that! He raised a whopping total of 1 810 kg! This...

There is a Conocarpodendron bush at my grandmother Joan’s old house, Bietou, shortened to B2, in Cliff Road, Betty's Bay. It’s not the first thing you notice when you walk up to the front door. It sits tucked away in the corner of the front garden, shielding the house...

Very important news:  Please note that as from September 2025 HCCC will be conducting activities from a new address – the old Jacks Restaurant, adjacent to the Centre shops in Betty’s Bay.   If you have queries, please contact our manager, Marion Green, on 074 505...

Very important news:  Please note that as from August 2025 HCCC will be conducting activities from a new address – the old Jacks Restaurant, adjacent to the Centre shops in Betty’s Bay. If you have queries, please contact our manager, Marion Green, on 074-505-1277....

Last month we included the great news that work was underway on a high quality coffee table book, dedicated to our breathtakingly beautiful coastal town.   The good news is that the editorial team have already received many fascinating stories and photographs....