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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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Cosy Opportunity

15/08/2026 0
Estate Agent Describes 52m² Apartment as “Cosy Opportunity” A property listing that appeared this week …read more
Gossip & Reader Submissions

Gordon’s Bay Wellness Guru Arrested for Selling Bottled Seawater As “Natural Ocean Electrolyte Cleanse”

14/08/2026 0
Residents across the Helderberg were left stunned this week after a Gordon’s Bay man was …read more
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Strand Beachfront Cyclists Maintain That Pedestrians Are Entirely Optional

13/08/2026 0
A cycling culture has established itself along the Strand beachfront promenade that is, by the …read more
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The Electric Car Question

12/08/2026 0
The Motoring Desk investigates how the electric vehicle is faring in Somerset West, where it …read more
Gossip & Reader Submissions

The Sweet Strategy

11/08/2026 0
LOCAL BARBER’S SWEET STRATEGY LEAVES CUSTOMERS COMING BACK FOR MORE Gordon’s Bay Haircut Now Includes …read more
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Our Celebrity Local Traffic Officer

10/08/2026 0
Local Traffic Officer Becomes Minor Celebrity After Issuing Actual Fine to Taxi A traffic officer …read more
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Tasting Room That Replaced Our Corner Café

09/08/2026 0
I have lived on this wine route for twenty years and I would like to …read more
Gossip & Reader Submissions

Beach Front Parking Meters

08/08/2026 0
OPINION: I grew up on this beach and I have a few things to say …read more
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Strand Sewage Enters Year Four

07/08/2026 0
Strand sewage pipe problem enters year four — council report describes situation as ‘fluid,’ which …read more
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Stress Relief Spa Package – Latest Craving

06/08/2026 0
Spa Introduces Package for Stress Caused Specifically by Helderberg Traffic A day spa operating in …read more

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