Wilderness Beach today (3 December 2019) hoisted its Pilot Blue Flag for the 2019/20 season during a short ceremony at the beach in front of Salina’s Restaurant.The beach incorporates jurisdiction of SANParks, Garden Route District Municipality and George Municipality. The Blue Flag is a joint project of these roleplayers, with major involvement of Salina’s Restaurant, which overlooks Wilderness beach, and with the support of the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) that manages the Blue Flag programme in South Africa. It is the second consecutive year the beach has Pilot Blue Flag status since Garden Route District Municipality re-applied for the accolade. Wilderness had full status in previous years but skipped application in 2017 due to administrative changes at the District Municipality.From left are SANParks Wilderness representative Carel van der Merwe, Executive Deputy Mayor Charlotte Clarke and Garden Route District Municipality Executive Mayor Alderman Memory BooysenAddressing roleplayers at the ceremony this morning, Garden Route District Municipality Head of Disaster Management Gerhard Otto said the roleplayers had hoped that Wilderness Beach would earn full Blue Flag status this year, but new changes in the WESSA Blue Flag Beach requirements had made it impossible on short notice. “Salina’s had in the past made its disabled toilets available to disabled beach goers, which was sufficient in the past to qualify, but this is no longer the case. The George Municipality has already allocated funding for such upgrades at the public toilets located in the parking area at the beach, but implementation of these upgrades was unfortunately outside the Blue Flag application timeframe. We believe this will be resolved next year and expect that Wilderness will have full Blue Flag status for the 2020/21 season,” said Mr Otto.Garden Route District Executive Mayor Alderman Memory Booysen said the Pilot Blue Flag certificate ensured close scrutiny of beach management standards such as water quality, public safety, facility management, the provision of quality services, environmental management and commitment towards environmental education and information. “I am confident we can attain full Blue Flag status and together reap the fruits of the programme’s inherent benefits for many years to come,” said Mr Booysen.George Municipality Ward Councillor for Wilderness, Marlene Barnardt, thanked the many roleplayers and complimented Salina’s Restaurant owner Massimo Mariotti for his involvement and sited his role as a stellar example of the private sector working with local government and others for the greater good of the community.Selina’s Restaurant owner Massimo Mariotti said patrons often commented on the presence of a Blue Flag. “National and international tourists recognise the benefits associated with the Blue Flag and we believe it is very important for tourism in our village and on the Garden Route to have this accolade,” said Mr Mariotti.The Blue Flag season in Wilderness runs from 1 December 2019 to 31 January 2020. Compliance includes high standards of water quality monitoring, public safety and lifeguard services, and well-maintained coastal amenities.South Africa has participated in the Blue Flag programme since 2001. Blue Flag is an international coastal management programme that accredits beaches that meet standards of excellence in water quality, environmental management, environmental education and information as well as safety and services. The Blue Flag programme offers many benefits: improved tourism facilities, enhanced management of coastal ecosystems, increased awareness of the coast and capacity building of coastal municipalities. In South Africa the programme is implemented by the Wildlife Environmental Society of South Africa (WESSA).
Name : Round Table George 30
Type:Round Table Southern Africa is a non-political, non-denominational association of young professional men between the ages of 18 and 40
Mobile number: 076 089 6150
Addres: 2 York Street , , GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person: Steph NelEmail: sn@leapqs.co.zaWebsite:https://www.facebook.com/RoundTableGeorge30/NPO / NPC number: NPO-022-088
PBO number:About :Round Table George, Round Table Southern Africa is a non-political, non-denominational association of young proffesional men between the ages of 18 and 40. Embracing representatives of nearly every profession and occupation, and whose objects encompass the encouragement of high ethical standards. The promotion of social networking and fellowship among young professional men, the quickening of individual interest in everything affecting the public welfare, and the promotion of understanding amongst peoples of diverse cultural, language and political backgrounds.The main aim of Round Table is to enjoy fellowship with people from all walks of life, as well as organising fund-raising events and community activities.
Name : Bethesda Medical & Relief Services NPC
Type: Bethesda Intermediate Care Facility · Home Community Based Care Program · Child and Youth Care CentreMobile number:+27 44 875 8088
Addres:22 Beer Street, Rosemore, GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person:Mandy LucasEmail: projectsassist@bethesdageorge.org.za
Website: http://www.bethesdageorge.org.za/NPO / NPC number: 020-521-NPO
PBO number:About :The Vision of BETHESDA is to provide Holistic, Compassionate and Sustainable care that improves Quality of Life.The Mission of the organization is:In rendering our medical and social services we believe that God is our source;
Encourage staff to function within organizational value system of Honour, Integrity, Compassion, Belief, Respect, Transparency, Co-responsibility, Trust and Loyalty;
Operate an Intermediate Care Facility that provides holistic interventions, integrated support and relief; rendering Palliative-, Post-Acute- and Rehabilitation care to adults, children and their families/caregivers;
Provide Home Community Based Care Services that supports primary health care by visiting community members in their own homes to do Household Health Screenings; and to promote Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Self-Management;
Operate a Child and Youth Care Residential Centre with residential-, therapeutic- and development interventions; to care for and empower vulnerable children and their families/caregivers;
Develop local and International partnerships to ensure Sustainability, this includes an active internal and external Fundraising- and Liaison strategy.
Values: Honour, Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Transparency, Co-responsibility, Belief, Loyalty, TrustBethesda was established in 2000. We are a NPO (No: 020-521-NPO) and a Section 18 (A) company.We have:133 staff members.
A Board of Directors that oversees the Organization, decisions, governance and planning.
A CEO and Management Committee that are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Organization.
We have a 4-star accreditation from the Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa (COHSASA) with the mentoring and guidance of the Hospice and Palliative Care Association (HPCA). This accreditation is awarded for Patient Care and Governance.
Motorists will pay 22c more for a litre petrol from Wednesday, but about 15c less for diesel, the Central Energy Fund said on Tuesday.The rand had strengthened about 0.85% against the dollar during the period under review, although the international price of petrol increased, and diesel and paraffin decreased.Illuminating paraffin will cost 24c less.Petrol also saw a 11.6c per litre increase due to annual margin adjustments on petrol, while there is a net increase of 6.05c a litre for diesel and illuminating paraffin.The annual adjustments address margins for the wholesale, storage, handling and distribution sides of the business, which faced cost increases through the course of 2019.gernetzkyk@businesslive.co.zahttps://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/economy/2019-12-03-sa-motorists-will-pay-22cl-more-for-petrol-on-wednesday/
Name : Garden Route birds of Prey Rehab Centre
Type: Birds of Prey Rehab Centre
Mobile number:082 490 7510
Addres:Victoria Heights, N2, GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person:Bertus Beukes: Email:bertusbeukes@gmail.comWebsite:https://www.facebook.com/GRBPRCNPO / NPC number: 2018/208745/08 NPO
PBO number:About :What we do?
We are a non-profit organization that rescues, rehabilitates and releases birds of prey in the Garden Route area. Birds of prey that are unable to be released due to severe injuries are kept and used for educational purposes.How can the community get involved?As a non-profit organization, we rely on donations from the public as well as the public supporting us by visiting our centre in Victoria Heights for educational tours. Volunteers from the age of 16 are always welcome, as we could always use some extra help. Volunteers are not just here to work, but we also teach them about the different birds of prey and the daily workings of a rehab centre.Things we need:1. Newspapers2. Tissue paper rolls3. Old towels4. Medical gloves5. Disinfectant (Dettol, Savlon etc)6. Sawdust
Name : Life Community Services
Type: Feeding children, school
Mobile number:0448736601
Addres:122 Cradock Street, , GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person:Sally VersfeldEmail:reception@lifecommunity.co.zaWebsite:www.lifecommunity.co.zaNPO / NPC number: 014-525 NPO
PBO number:About :Established in 2001, we are committed to developing and implementing Christian-based
interventions that transform the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children in George, South Africa.We are leaving a lasting imprint.LIFE Community Services is a Christian NGO working to confront the dilemmas and crisis facing impoverished children in South Africa today. We work primarily in the Garden Route city of George.
Wat is kersfees sonder kersliggies?In Denneoord is daar die bekende straat die tyd van die jaar, Oewerstraat waar die inwoners jare terug besluit het om die straat te verander in ‘n spokieswêreld die kesliggies is vanaand 01 Desember 2019 aan-geskakel.Honderde mense stroom elke jaar van 1 Desember tot 1 Januarie na Oewerstraat, Denneoord om deel te wees van die besoekers wat deur die straat stap en julself verwonder aan die spokieswêreld. Die ervaring is gratis en sorg dat die hele gesin die feestelike atmosfeer van Kersfees ervaar.
We would like to congratulate each and everyone from the Meridian Realty team for the year’s hard work and dedication. It has been a difficult year but each of you made our team and Meridian family stronger. We would like to congratulate the following Meridian iAgents for their outstanding achievements during 2019.Agent of the Year (for the entire Meridian Realty group) Jacques le RouxAgent of the Year for the Garden Route Branch Susan Van der Merwe and Pieter van der Merwe.Listing agents of the Year Ria Van Der Westhuizen and Stephan Pelser.www.meridianrealty.co.za
Name : Round Table George 30
Type: Round Table Southern Africa is a non-political, non-denominational association of young professional men between the ages of 18 and 40
Mobile number: 076 089 6150
Addres: 2 York Street , , GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person: Steph NelEmail: sn@leapqs.co.za
Website: https://www.facebook.com/RoundTableGeorge30/NPO / NPC number: NPO-022-088
PBO number:About :Round Table George, Round Table Southern Africa is a non-political, non-denominational association of young proffesional men between the ages of 18 and 40. Embracing representatives of nearly every profession and occupation, and whose objects encompass the encouragement of high ethical standards. The promotion of social networking and fellowship among young professional men, the quickening of individual interest in everything affecting the public welfare, and the promotion of understanding amongst peoples of diverse cultural, language and political backgrounds.The main aim of Round Table is to enjoy fellowship with people from all walks of life, as well as organising fund-raising events and community activities.
Name : Bethesda Medical & Relief Services NPC
Type: Bethesda Intermediate Care Facility · Home Community Based Care Program · Child and Youth Care Centre
Mobile number:+27 44 875 8088
Addres:22 Beer Street, Rosemore, GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person:Mandy LucasEmail: projectsassist@bethesdageorge.org.za
Website: http://www.bethesdageorge.org.za/NPO / NPC number: 020-521-NPO
PBO number:About :The Vision of BETHESDA is to provide Holistic, Compassionate and Sustainable care that improves Quality of Life.The Mission of the organization is:In rendering our medical and social services we believe that God is our source;
Encourage staff to function within organizational value system of Honour, Integrity, Compassion, Belief, Respect, Transparency, Co-responsibility, Trust and Loyalty;
Operate an Intermediate Care Facility that provides holistic interventions, integrated support and relief; rendering Palliative-, Post-Acute- and Rehabilitation care to adults, children and their families/caregivers;
Provide Home Community Based Care Services that supports primary health care by visiting community members in their own homes to do Household Health Screenings; and to promote Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Self-Management;
Operate a Child and Youth Care Residential Centre with residential-, therapeutic- and development interventions; to care for and empower vulnerable children and their families/caregivers;
Develop local and International partnerships to ensure Sustainability, this includes an active internal and external Fundraising- and Liaison strategy.
Values: Honour, Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Transparency, Co-responsibility, Belief, Loyalty, TrustBethesda was established in 2000. We are a NPO (No: 020-521-NPO) and a Section 18 (A) company.We have:133 staff members.
A Board of Directors that oversees the Organization, decisions, governance and planning.
A CEO and Management Committee that are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Organization.
We have a 4-star accreditation from the Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa (COHSASA) with the mentoring and guidance of the Hospice and Palliative Care Association (HPCA). This accreditation is awarded for Patient Care and Governance.
Name : Firstcare Wildfire Support
Type: Volunteer Firefighters
Mobile number: 0843144323
Addres: Film Equus, Pacaltsdorp, GeorgeWP, 6529Contact person:Charlene TheronEmail: firstcarewildfire@gmail.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Firstcare-Wildfire-Support-941013262673013/ NPO / NPC number: K2016159903
PBO number:About : Providing volunteer wildfire firefighting services throughout Garden Route
Name : PASA People against substance abuse
Type: Substance Abus Rehab
Mobile number:0714699353
Addres:Office 3, Donneraile House, Doneraile square, GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person:Freddy TroutEmail:freddy@pasacaw.co.za
Website: http://www.pasacaw.co.zaNPO / NPC number: NPO: 066-288
PBO number:PBO: 930038487About :People Against Substance Abuse George
• Prevention and Awareness
Schools – Youth Groups – Churches
Businesses – Camps – School Holiday Programmes
• Information Sessions
• Life Skills Training/Camps
• Parents Information Workshops
• Referrals/Transportation to Rehabs
• Consultations with family of AddictsContact Details
Office: 044 150 0007
Appointments: 044 873 0133
Bookings: 071 469 9353
Name : Garden Route birds of Prey Rehab Centre
Type: Birds of Prey Rehab Centre
Mobile number:082 490 7510
Addres:Victoria Heights, N2, GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person:Bertus Beukes: Email:bertusbeukes@gmail.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/GRBPRCNPO / NPC number: 2018/208745/08 NPO
PBO number:About :What we do?
We are a non-profit organization that rescues, rehabilitates and releases birds of prey in the Garden Route area. Birds of prey that are unable to be released due to severe injuries are kept and used for educational purposes.How can the community get involved?
As a non-profit organization, we rely on donations from the public as well as the public supporting us by visiting our centre in Victoria Heights for educational tours. Volunteers from the age of 16 are always welcome, as we could always use some extra help. Volunteers are not just here to work, but we also teach them about the different birds of prey and the daily workings of a rehab centre.Things we need:
1. Newspapers
2. Tissue paper rolls
3. Old towels
4. Medical gloves
5. Disinfectant (Dettol, Savlon etc)
6. Sawdust
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Name : Life Community Services
Type: Feeding children, school
Mobile number:0448736601
Addres:122 Cradock Street, , GeorgeWC, 6530Contact person:Sally VersfeldEmail:reception@lifecommunity.co.za
Website: www.lifecommunity.co.zaNPO / NPC number: 014-525 NPO
PBO number:About :Established in 2001, we are committed to developing and implementing Christian-based
interventions that transform the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children in George, South Africa.We are leaving a lasting imprint.
LIFE Community Services is a Christian NGO working to confront the dilemmas and crisis facing impoverished children in South Africa today. We work primarily in the Garden Route city of George.
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Wat is kersfees sonder kersliggies? In Denneoord is daar die bekende straat die tyd van die jaar, Oewerstraat waar die inwoners jare terug besluit het om die straat te verander in ‘n spokieswêreld die kesliggies is vanaand 01 Desember 2019 aan-geskakel.Honderde mense stroom elke jaar van 1 Desember tot 1 Januarie na Oewerstraat, Denneoord om deel te wees van die besoekers wat deur die straat stap en julself verwonder aan die spokieswêreld. Die ervaring is gratis en sorg dat die hele gesin die feestelike atmosfeer van Kersfees ervaar. 
Agent of the Year for the Garden Route Branch Susan Van der Merwe and Pieter van der Merwe.
Agent of the Year for the Garden Route Branch Susan Van der Merwe and Pieter van der Merwe.
Listing agents of the Year Ria Van Der Westhuizen and Stephan Pelser.
www.meridianrealty.co.za