Gans-Berg News - 8 May 2026
This week’s edition of Gans-Berg Nuus / News highlights powerful community stories...

In this issue:
World Wetlands Day: Feature on the deep link between wetlands and people in the Nuwejaars Wetlands, highlighting traditional knowledge, food, medicine, building materials, and why wetlands still matter today.
Crime and Courts: A Blompark man appears in court after gas bottle thefts in Gansbaai; Deveney Nel’s murderer is sentenced to 25 years; SAPD bids farewell to AO D.P. October after nearly 40 years of service.
Community and Schools: Grade 2 learners at Laerskool Gansbaai plant clivias; strong chess results for LSG; Blouspan wins LSG colour sports.
Culture and Heritage: Profile of Caledon’s beloved Suster Kockie and her life as a mission nurse; call for interest in a Western Cape Senior Citizens’ mass sing-along festival.
Local Life and Sport: Seagulls Netball Club kicks off 2026; Gansbaai Golf Club league and competition results; community clean-up in Franskraal; notable local catches and nature sightings.
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