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Remembering Dr Peter Nixon: Geologist, Mentor, Pioneer

Remembering Dr Peter Nixon: Ge...

The Overberg Geoscientists Group shares the sad news of the passing of Dr Peter Nixon.

Darwin Celebrated in Simon’s Town - A Day of Science and Tribute

Darwin Celebrated In Simon’s...

On Sunday, 20 April 2025, the Simon’s Town Jetty became a place of celebration as a bronze bust of Charles Darwin was unveiled.

Join the Next OGG Zoom Talk - The Economics of Ecosystem Restoration

Join The Next OGG Zoom Talk - ...

Dr James Blignaut will talk about how restoring degraded ecosystems is not only good for nature but also makes economic sense.

OGG April Newsletter - Highlights and Upcoming Events

OGG April Newsletter - Highlig...

The Gold Presentation Series wrapped up with great success - experts from around the world shared insights on gold geology. 

What Are We Reading?

What Are We Reading?

We’re inspired by this article from Daily Maverick about the idea of recognising Table Mountain as a living entity in law. 

Grootbos Foundation
Lumka on the Move: A Leopard Mom’s Moment

Lumka On The Move: A Leopard M...

Our parting shot - as promised!

Grootbos Foundation
Whale Coast Weekend Events: 30 April - 4 May 2025

Whale Coast Weekend Events: 30...

Whale Coast Weekend Events: 30 April - 4 May 2025.

Gansbaai Tourism
Entrepreneur, You’re Further Than You Think

Entrepreneur, You’re Further...

When was the last time you paused - not to plan, not to fix, not to hustle - but just to breathe?

Proudly 4-Star Rated!

Proudly 4-Star Rated!

We’re proud to announce that Calamari Self-Catering has received a 4-Star grading from the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa!

Calamari Self-Catering
Remembering Dr Peter Nixon: Geologist, Mentor, Pioneer

Remembering Dr Peter Nixon: Geologist, Men...

Overberg Geoscientists Group

The Overberg Geoscientists Group shares the sad news of the passing of Dr Peter Nixon.

Darwin Celebrated in Simon’s Town - A Day of Science and Tribute

Darwin Celebrated in Simon’s Town - A Da...

Overberg Geoscientists Group

On Sunday, 20 April 2025, the Simon’s Town Jetty became a place of celebration as a bronze bust of Charles Darwin was unveiled. ...

Join the Next OGG Zoom Talk - The Economics of Ecosystem Restoration

Join the Next OGG Zoom Talk - The Economic...

Overberg Geoscientists Group

Dr James Blignaut will talk about how restoring degraded ecosystems is not only good for nature but also makes economic sense.

OGG April Newsletter - Highlights and Upcoming Events

OGG April Newsletter - Highlights and Upco...

Overberg Geoscientists Group

The Gold Presentation Series wrapped up with great success - experts from around the world shared insights on gold geology. 

What Are We Reading?

What Are We Reading?

Grootbos Foundation

We’re inspired by this article from Daily Maverick about the idea of recognising Table Mountain as a living entity in law.  ...

Lumka on the Move: A Leopard Mom’s Moment

Lumka on the Move: A Leopard Mom’s Momen...

Grootbos Foundation

Our parting shot - as promised!

Whale Coast Weekend Events: 30 April - 4 May 2025

Whale Coast Weekend Events: 30 April - 4 M...

Gansbaai Tourism

Whale Coast Weekend Events: 30 April - 4 May 2025.

Entrepreneur, You’re Further Than You Think

Entrepreneur, You’re Further Than You Th...

When was the last time you paused - not to plan, not to fix, not to hustle - but just to breathe?

Proudly 4-Star Rated!

Proudly 4-Star Rated!

Calamari Self-Catering

We’re proud to announce that Calamari Self-Catering has received a 4-Star grading from the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa! ...