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Talk of the Town publishes satirical and fictional content intended for humour, parody and commentary. Articles in this section are not news reports and should not be interpreted as factual reporting. While stories may draw inspiration from local culture, events and public discussions, identifying details may be altered, omitted or fictionalised to protect privacy and support the satirical nature of the content.

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The R44 Between Somerset West and Strand

11/09/2026 0
A speed limit inquiryThe Motoring Desk attempts to establish, once and for all, what the …read more
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The Great Helderberg Number Plate Arms Race

10/09/2026 0
Die Helderburger Motoring Desk (such as it is) There is a particular strain of South …read more
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HOW TO WIN AN ARGUMENT WITH YOUR GPS

09/09/2026 0
By our Motoring Correspondent, Kobus Liebenberg The Motoring Desk presents a practical guide to asserting …read more
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Strand Fishermen Maintain Bitter Rivalries Over Fishing Spots Approximately Two Meters Apart

08/09/2026 0
Longstanding tensions among Strand fishermen escalated once again this weekend after two local anglers nearly …read more
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Cyclist Completes Gordon’s Bay Mountain Pass in Record Time

07/09/2026 0
Cyclist completes Gordon’s Bay Mountain pass in record time — car behind him for 11km …read more
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The Four-Way Stop

06/09/2026 0
Somerset west’s most democratic institutionAn examination of how we navigate the intersection, what we communicate …read more
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LOCAL ROAD TRIP BECOMES LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP

05/09/2026 0
Couple Departs For Stellenbosch; Returns Having Processed Several Unresolved Issues R44 CORRIDOR — A Somerset …read more
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Loadshedding Schedule Released – Again

04/09/2026 0
Loadshedding Schedule Released — Immediately Changed Three Times Before Breakfast Eskom released its updated loadshedding …read more
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Lifestyle Estate Installs Third Security Boom

03/09/2026 0
Lifestyle estate installs third security boom — residents now require four taps, a fingerprint and …read more
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New Boutique Pet Store Sells Organic Gluten-Free Treats More Expensive Than Actual Chicken

02/09/2026 0
A boutique pet supply store that opened recently in the Somerset West area has introduced …read more

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