Good reads

New Year, New Plans, Same You?       

As we welcome another year, it's natural to feel both hopeful and uncertain. The calendar may change, but many of our circumstances remain stubbornly familiar. We’re still working with the same resources, facing unresolved challenges, and…
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Everyone Is an Expert         

 Everyone is an expert...after the fact. Before the flames are out and the smoke has cleared, before the floodwaters recede, or the investigation concludes, the self-appointed authorities arrive on their high horses. They ride in on hindsight,…
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7 of the strangest bird noises on Earth

Birdsong often evokes thoughts of gentle whistles and melodic chirps that soothe us and connect us with nature. But not all avian sounds are pleasant or familiar. Some species produce truly bizarre and surprising noises that challenge our expectations…
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My Experience at the Youth Café Muse Festival         

Being part of the Muse Festival at the Youth Café in Great Brak River was truly one of the most heartwarming and inspiring experiences I’ve had. What struck me the most was how it reminded me of how uncomplicated childhood can be — witnessing…
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Environmental offset schemes: solution or second-place trade-off?

The recent development application submitted for our neighbour suburb, Alwyndal that entails an environmental trade off scheme introduced this concept in our community. But what is an environmental trade-off scheme and what does it entail? We…
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Raar voël ná 34 jaar weer in Engeland gesien

’n Uiterse rare voël is vir die eerste keer in 34 jaar in Engeland opgemerk. Die witkeel-naaldstert is Woensdag, 8 Oktober, by Yorkshire Water se Tophill Low Natuurreservaat in Driffield deur besoekers Mandy Gregory en Ray Maddison gesien. Hierdie…
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Let’s talk Sustainability                    

Are you familiar with the term “Earth Overshoot Day”? If not, Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity’s consumption of natural resources exceeds the planet’s ability to regenerate these resources within that same year. And…
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Nuwe studie wys: Honde verstaan speelgoed se doel beter as wat jy dink

Navorsing toon dat sommige honde nie net speelgoed kan herken by naam nie, maar dit ook kan groepeer volgens hoe dit gebruik word tydens spel - sonder dat iemand vir hulle wys of sê wat om te doen. ’n Groep honde is by hulle eienaars se…
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SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE BIRDLIFE HOLDS IRREPLACEABLE SPECIES

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The snow petrel, a strikingly white bird with black eyes and bill, is one of only three bird species observed at the South Pole. Antarctica is the only place it lives, and like many sub-Antarctic species, it is endemic - found nowhere else on…
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KONINGSKOS

I don’t remember the first time I tasted it. It arrived in my life like memory itself… soft, slow-cooked, and timeless. Curry tripe and trotters is a dish that had always been there, simmering in the breath of old stories and the steam of…
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Winter Holidays and Talent Shows

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During the longer winter holidays the Wonderful team from the Youth Café made sure that entertainment and learning was fully on offer for the young ones not just in Greenhaven, but as far as George! We started off with a joint program at…
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KleinBegin Organic – Meer as ’n Winkel, Dis ’n Belewenis

KleinBegin Organic is ’n karaktervolle deli-winkel, geleë by Hart & Bosch Village in Hartenbos – ’n gesinsvriendelike kuierplek waar almal welkom voel. Tydens die skoolvakansie is ons elke dag oop, sodat jy en jou gesin enige tyd…
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Leon Roodt – Where Legacy Meets Vision in Architecture

Leon Roodt is a passionate and innovative architect based in Bloemfontein, blending a proud family legacy with a fresh, modern approach to design. As a registered professional with SACAP, Leon represents the third generation in a line of architects…
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Winter Warmers: DIY Rice Heat Packs & Hand Warmers

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As winter settles in, we all start craving that comforting warmth — the kind that seeps into your bones and makes the world feel a little lighter. But instead of cranking up the electricity bill or layering up like a walking laundry basket,…
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Why Our Eating and Sleeping Habits Change in Winter

If you’ve found yourself going to bed earlier, struggling to wake up in the morning, and constantly craving carbs and chocolate — you’re not alone. It’s not just in your head: our eating and sleeping habits genuinely change during the…
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Bare but Not Boring – What to Do in the Garden This Month

Winter might strip our gardens of their vibrant greens and blooms, but that doesn’t mean they have to become dull or neglected. In fact, this is one of the most important times to prep, plan, and protect — and to sneak in some peaceful,…
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Voëlkyk as Familie-aktiwiteit – Waar om te Begin

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Dis vroegoggend. Die lug is stil, behalwe vir die sagte fluit van ‘n voël in die boom voor jou huis. Jy steek jou kop by die deur uit, koffie in die hand, en daar’s hy — ‘n rooiborsie wat jou dophou. En só begin dit: jou eerste stap…
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The Power of Breath: Why We Need to Breathe Better

As I reflect on the way we live our lives, I'm struck by how often we overlook one of the most fundamental aspects of our existence: breathing. We breathe every moment of every day, yet many of us do it so inefficiently, resorting to shallow,…
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The Lobster’s Transformation

From pauper's fare to gourmet delight In colonial New England, lobsters were so abundant that they often washed ashore in massive quantities. This overabundance led to their reputation as the "poor man's protein," commonly used as fertiliser…
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Sound Healing

Sound healing is an ancient practice that has seen a resurgence in recognition for its benefits to humans in the last two centuries. My journey with sound healing therapy began in 2015. Having practiced as a social worker for 23 years…
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