☕ Good Morning, Durbanville!

It’s match week! The Boks face the All Blacks this Saturday at Ellis Park (17:10 kick-off) and the excitement is truly building! For once, I’m envious of people living in Gauteng - only for one weekend though ;p

Here is your full guide to what is happening around the 7550 this week.

📢 Community & Local News Briefs

  • 🍷 Drink & Dine Durbanville (28 Aug – 11 Sep): The Durbanville Wine Valley has officially launched a brand-new spring culinary showcase. Local wineries are collaborating with favourite Durbanville eateries—including The Vineyard Deli, Copper Club, The Hussar Grill, Wilde Vy Bistro, Maria and The Olive Bistro—for exclusive food-and-wine pairing evenings hosted directly by winemakers.

  • 🚰 Metro Water Supply Advisory: The National Department of Water and Sanitation is currently executing its 5-year inspection of the Theewaterskloof-to-Riviersonderend tunnel (running through 24 August). While main municipal supply lines remain stable across the region, the City requests residents to keep non-essential outdoor water use low while Blackheath and Faure plants manage rerouted water volumes.

  • 🏫 School Zone Traffic Upgrades: Following recent municipal approvals, the City is rolling out targeted road safety measures and traffic flow adjustments near key local schools, including Durbanville Preparatory School in Valmary Park, aimed at reducing peak morning drop-off congestion.

🏉 Where to Watch the Springboks vs All Blacks (Sat, 22 Aug @ 17:00)

Looking for the best local spots to catch the big game on massive screens?

  • Hennie's Durbanville: Matchday atmosphere with big screens, pub classics, and drink specials running through the afternoon. Arrive early to grab a spot!

  • Kapstadt Brauhaus Durbanville: Full traditional Bavarian menu and craft beers on tap with HD screens broadcasting the pre-match build-up from 15:30.

  • Durbanville Golf Club: The main clubhouse lounge will be screening the match live with food and beverage specials available for members and guests following Saturday morning rounds.

📊 Quick Community Poll: Match Prediction

What is your score call for the Springboks vs All Blacks this Saturday at Ellis Park?

  • 🟢 Boks by 1–7 points (Tight thriller)

  • 💚 Boks by 8+ points (Comfortable home win)

  • 🖤 All Blacks snatch the win

  • 🤝 Ending in a draw

(Hit reply with your exact score prediction—the closest call gets featured in next week's issue!)

🎭 Theatre & Live Stage Lineups

  • Fri, 21 Aug: Elzabé Zietsman in Wat Om Te Doen As Die Wêreld Brand (20:30 | R230)

  • Sat, 22 Aug: Elandré & Band (20:30 | R280)

  • Sun, 23 Aug: Elandré & Band – Middagvertoning (14:00 | R280)

  • Tue, 25 Aug: Danie Reënwolf du Toit (20:30 | R290)

  • Wed, 26 Aug: Tollie Parton: Tottie en Nie Verder Nie [No Under 18s] (20:30 | R230)

  • Thu, 27 Aug: BOO! (Chris Chameleon & Riaan van Rensburg) (20:30 | R220)

  • Fri, 28 Aug: Barry Hilton (20:30 | R230)

  • Sun, 30 Aug: James Marais & Monique Cassells – From Memphis to Las Vegas: Elvis Presley Tribute (14:00 | R160)

📍 Barnyard Theatre (Tyger Valley)

  • Main Stage Show: Simply The Best (Tribute to Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner, Cher & Queen) runs weekly Wednesday–Sunday.

  • Wed, 26 Aug: Neon Dreams: Circle of Dreams featuring Hunter Kennedy, Danie Reënwolf, and Francois van Coke (19:00 | R295).

🏃 Outdoor Activities

  • Meerendal Wine Estate Parkrun: Saturday morning at 08:00 AM.

  • Majik Forest (Van Riebeeckshof): Great spot for weekend trail walks, dog walking and dam-side picnics.

  • Durbanville Rose Garden: Open for weekend strolls through the rose beds, with outdoor tea garden seating available.

  • Cool Runnings Toboggan Park (Tygervalley): Open all weekend for downhill toboggan rides and outdoor fun.

Wine Estate Lawn Sessions & Live Entertainment

  • D'Aria Winery (The Lawn & Park): Live acoustic music, outdoor food stalls, and lawn seating across the weekend. Perfect for relaxed family picnics and open-air wine tastings.

  • Klein Roosboom & Groot Phesantekraal: Outdoor wine tasting and courtyard dining options running through the weekend (weather permitting).

Craft Beer & Micro-Festivals

  • Lilypatrick Craft Brewery (Lilypatrick Homebrewers IPA Festival): Saturday, 22 August. Open-air craft beer festival featuring local IPA tastings, food stalls, and outdoor seating.

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