🏉 1. The Big Feature: Interskole Derby Weekend!
It’s officially derby time in the 7550! The entire week of anticipation builds up to this weekend as Hoërskool Stellenberg hosts Hoërskool Durbanville in the biggest Interskole showdown in the Northern Suburbs.
If you are heading out to support or just trying to navigate the neighbourhood traffic, here is what you need to know:
The Host: Hoërskool Stellenberg
Friday, 31 July: Gates open at 11:30 (starts 12:30). R30 entry.
Saturday, 1 August: Gates open early at 06:30 (matches start 07:30). R50 general access.
The Main Attraction: The 1st team rugby clash kicks off Saturday afternoon at 12:30 on the main field (also broadcasting live on SuperSport DStv Channel 216 and the SuperSport Schools App if you can't make the sidelines).
Traffic Alert: Expect heavy traffic around Panorama Drive, Eversdal, and surrounding Stellenryk roads across Friday afternoon and all day Saturday.
Get your tickets here to avoid the queues.
The full programme can be found here.
🗳️ Quick Community Poll: Who are you backing this weekend?
We want to see where the neighbourhood's loyalties lie! Hit Reply to this email with your vote:
🔴 Team Jade & Blue: Stellenberg High
🔵 Team Durbies: Durbanville High
☕ Neutral: Just here for the coffee, sideline banter and great school sports!
☕ 2. The Local Buzz
Major Local Roadworks Ahead: City roadworks have officially kicked off across Durbanville and will run until 12 November. Work is scheduled for weekdays between 09:00 and 15:30. Affected local areas include Valmary Park (Jacaranda Ave, Panorama Dr), Vygeboom (Tugela Rd), Langeberg Ridge, Wellway Park East, Vierlanden, and Schoongezicht. Expect temporary delays, lane closures and construction noise—plan your school runs and commutes accordingly!
Free Evening Parking at Willowbridge: If you're dining out around Willowbridge this winter, taking advantage of free parking after 17:00 (when using the admyt app) makes weeknight dinners that little bit easier.
Silence on the Fairways: Heading out to Durbanville Golf Club this weekend? Leave the Bluetooth speakers at home. Following member feedback requesting a quieter atmosphere on the course, portable music speakers have officially been banned during play.
🍷 3. What’s On: Weekend Events & Live Stages
🎭 Live Stage Lineup
Friday, 31 July (20:30): VOLK presents VOLKEN FANCY, featuring Frank Freeman. (Note: No under 14s).
Saturday, 1 August (14:00 Matinée): Lidi de Waal & Petronel Baard perform "Vrou, Vrouer, Vrouste".
Saturday, 1 August (20:30) & Sunday, 2 August (14:00 Lunch Show): Brendan van Rhyn in “Now for something completely different”, accompanied by Garth Tavares on piano.
Barnyard Theatre Tyger Valley:
Saturday, 1 August (19:30): Simply the Best — A high-energy 10-piece tribute show celebrating icons like Freddie Mercury, Tina Turner, Cher, and Stevie Wonder (R210).
🍺 Beer, Wine & Local Markets
Belgian Beer Festival (Friday, 31 July @ 18:00): Head down to The Biggest Little Beer Shop for a night hosted by The North Yeasters Homebrew Club. Features 10 Belgian-style brews on tap, tasting glasses, and crowd voting.
Winter Red Wine Soirée at Loch Lynne (Friday, 31 July): Part of Durbanville Wine Valley’s Taste of Terroir series. Walk-around tastings showcasing premier local red wines with gourmet food pairings.
The Slow Market Willowbridge (Saturday & Sunday): Open Saturday 09:00–16:00 and Sunday 09:00–14:00. Dog-friendly, packed with local food artisans, fresh produce, and handmade crafts.
🏃 Outdoor & Sports
Durbanville parkrun (Saturday, 1 August @ 08:00): Free 5 km timed run/walk through the vines at Meerendal Wine Estate, followed by post-run coffees at Bossa or La Romantica.
Local School Sports: High-stakes winter derby matches taking place across town this Saturday. Pop down to support the local hockey and rugby teams!
📍 4. Community Picks
Have a favourite local coffee shop, restaurant recommendation, or community notice to share? Hit reply and let us know so we can feature it in next week’s edition!
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Enjoy the weekend, wrap up warm, and see you in your inbox next Friday!
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