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Lindiwe Nhlapo 12 min ago

Just back from the Saturday market in Stellenbosch — the koeksister stall near the church is still the best in the winelands. Anyone else tried the new biltong stand?

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Hon. Thulani Parker 48 min ago

Reminder for the Durbanville residents: the water pipe replacement on Church Street starts Monday. Expect some noise and a few detours for the week.

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John Dhlamini 2 hrs ago

Finally patched the crack in the kitchen wall using that baking soda trick from last week's thread. Worked a charm — thanks for the tip, folks!

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Lindiwe Nhlapo 5 hrs ago

Photo challenge reminder: this week's theme is "morning light in your street." Post your shots before Sunday evening — the braai prize is worth it.

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Hon. Thulani Parker Yesterday

The community garden on 5th Avenue needs a few extra hands this Saturday. Bring gloves and a spade — coffee and rusks provided from 8am.

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John Dhlamini Yesterday

Anyone know a good plumber in the Paarl area? The geyser's been making a funny noise since Tuesday and the usual guy is fully booked.

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