OGG Newsletter #11 - August 2025 Highlights
OGG Newsletter #11 - August 2025 Highlights.
Catch up on the latest from the Overberg Geoscientists Group!
From dinosaurs and diamonds to exciting talks and field trips, here’s what’s happening.
• New dinosaur centre opened at Golden Gate Highlands National Park
• Diamond industry shows signs of recovery
• Exciting upcoming talks on conservation, community, and nature
• August field trip: Explore De Kelders Caves and learn about the geology and anthropology of the area
• Watch OGG’s YouTube talks on gold, diamonds, and more
• Reminder to renew your annual membership
Next presentation: Thursday, 3 July at Onrus Manor and on Zoom
Topic: Conservation and community in Nature’s Valley
Read the full newsletter here.
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Please diarise this event, and if you cannot make the breakfast itself, then join us on ZOOM at 11 am on the day.
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Dr Coetzee is the Executive Director of the Natures Valley Trust.