Plaaslike Koerant / Local Newspaper

Gans-Berg Nuus / News is a weekly bilingual community newspaper serving Gansbaai and the surrounding Overstrand areas. Alternating between Afrikaans and English on the front page, it provides current local news, municipal updates, business advertising, and general items of interest. Businesses and private advertisers can promote their products and services in the Gans-Berg Nuus / News, with various advertising options available. The Gans-Berg Nuus / News team includes media experts in journalism, content writing, graphic design, photography, and advertising. Gans-Berg Nuus / News is available in print and online for subscribers.

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About

Gans-Berg Nuus / News was established in 2020 by Michelle van Zyl.

Michelle’s passion for community and years of experience in print media inspired her to live her dream of being involved in a local area news publication. 

Since its inception, the news team has evolved into a unit, referring to each other as family.

The team's mission statement is, "Empathy, Community, and Truth".

Your trusted weekly paper provides a comprehensive list of topics to ensure you consistently find the news and information you need.

Gans-Berg Nuus / News
  • Community News
  • School Updates
  • Events
  • Church Notices
  • Sport
  • Job Vacancies 
  • Classified Ads
  • Business Advertisements
  • Business Specials 
  • Municipal Notices
  • Crosswords and Brain Teasers
  • Weather Forecast
  • Tide Table
  • Legal Notices
  • Obituaries
Editorial Services

Editorial Services

Editorials, Advertising and Deadlines

  • Friday by 14:00 
  • Monday by 11:00
Editorials

Professional journalist, Hardus Botha, is available around the clock for the Gans-Berg Nuus / News community. 

Call him directly with your breaking news and he will get your story to print.

Business Adverts

The newspaper has various pages and ad sizes to suit your budget and marketing needs. 

Contact Saskia for expert assistance. 

Advertorials

Advertorials provide a more personalised marketing message, helping you strengthen your connection with your audience.

Classified Ads

Classified Ads are a firm favourite for business and personal advertisers, and offer a cost-effective way to showcase products and services. 

There is also a free community notice board for selling or swapping items valued under R200.

Graphic Design

Graphic design services are included in your advertising package.

Michelle will work with you to ensure your content’s final design enhances your brand and message.

Content Reviewing

The news team will proofread your content to ensure your content is polished and professional.

Ad Prices

Ad Prices

Gans-Berg Nuus / News ad prices:

  • 10 x 6.3cm = R400
  • 10 x 10cm = R600
  • 10 x 13cm = R800
  • 7 x 20cm = R1,000
  • 13 x 20cm = R1,500
Digital Subscription

Digital Subscription

Have instant access to Gans-Berg Nuus / News and be the first to know what’s happening in Gansbaai, and the surrounding Overstrand area, from anywhere on the planet!

Easy Online Subscription

  • Secure online payment option.
  • Subscription choices (3, 6 or 12 months).

Subscribe To Gans-Berg Nuus / News Here

Newspaper Archives

Newspaper Archives

Did you miss an issue of the paper, or do you need to reference a particular story featured in a back-issue of the Gans-Berg Nuus / News?

Read back issues of the Gans-Berg Nuus / News in the newspaper archives, here.

Still can't find what you're looking for? Contact the editorial team for assistance in sourcing something beyond the archived stock.

History of Gansbaai - Book Sales
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History of Gansbaai - Book Sales

Gans-Berg Nuus / News celebrated Gansbaai’s centenary in 2021 by publishing a soft-cover coffee table book that documents Gansbaai’s history. 

The book offers an in-depth look at life in Gansbaai over the last century, featuring stories, photos and traditional secret family recipes shared by longtime locals.

The History of Gansbaai is available in Afrikaans and English.

Distribution Areas

Distribution Areas

Gansberg Nuus / News is available in the following areas:

  • Gansbaai
  • Uilenkraalsmond
  • Pearly Beach
  • Baardskeerdersbos
  • Elim
  • Bredasdorp
  • Napier  
  • Von Brakel Stoor
  • Stanford
  • Hermanus 

Retailers: Contact Gans-Berg Nuus / News if you have a retail outlet in any of the above areas and want to stock the paper.

Contact / Editorial Team

Contact / Editorial Team

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Michelle Van Zyl - Owner / Editor

michelle@gansberg.co.za
078 010 8286

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Melissa van der Merwe - Graphic Designer

design@gansberg.co.za
028 205 0100

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Hardus Botha - Journalist

info2@gansberg.co.za
082 786 0494

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Saskia van Zyl - Advertising Consultant

saskia@gansberg.co.za
068 697 9945

 

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