Insight – Whalecoastreport

New luxury estate promises major infrastructure boost for Hermanus

July 30, 2026 (updated August 16, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

HERMANUS - A new luxury residential estate taking shape in Sandbaai will bring millions of rands worth of infrastructure upgrades that the Overstrand Municipality says will benefit the wider Hermanus community. The official groundbreaking ceremony for the 40-hectare De Zandt Birdsong Estate took place this week, marking the start of a multi-phase residential development that... Read more

Overstrand takes first step towards desalination

July 29, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

Overstrand 2030: Planning for Growth is Whale Coast Report’s ongoing series examining how population growth, infrastructure investment and development are shaping the future of the Overstrand. Through official documents, analysis and public records, the series explores whether the municipality is prepared for the challenges of the next decade. HERMANUS - The Overstrand Municipality has taken... Read more

Court puts brakes on Overstrand’s baboon strategy

July 29, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

The Overstrand Municipality has agreed to suspend plans to introduce stronger measures against the Betty's Bay baboon troop after a High Court order brought a temporary halt to the dispute. In Brief A High Court order has temporarily changed how the Overstrand Municipality may manage the Betty's Bay baboon troop. The municipality has agreed not... Read more

Priced Out of Paradise

July 28, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

HERMANUS - What happens when the people who keep a town running can no longer afford to live there? Overstrand 2030: Planning for Growth is Whale Coast Report’s ongoing series examining how population growth, infrastructure investment and development are shaping the future of the Overstrand. Through official documents, analysis and public records, the series explores... Read more

Afriforum lodges criminal complaint over cancelled R250 000 Milkwood Festival

July 28, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

HERMANUS – Afriforum has lodged a criminal complaint with the South African Police Service over the R250 000 paid by the Overstrand Municipality towards the cancelled 2025 Milkwood Cultural Festival. Fanie Coetzee, chairman of Afriforum's Overstrand branch, confirmed to Whale Coast Report on Tuesday that the complaint was lodged at the Hermanus Police Station on... Read more

What we know about the proposed Hermanus desalination plant

July 23, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

Overstrand 2030: Planning for Growth is Whale Coast Report’s ongoing series examining how population growth, infrastructure investment and development are shaping the future of the Overstrand. Through official documents, analysis and public records, the series explores whether the municipality is prepared for the challenges of the next decade. As Greater Hermanus continues to grow, the... Read more

The Overstrand’s hidden housing crisis

July 22, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

Overstrand 2030: Planning for Growth is Whale Coast Report's ongoing series examining how population growth, infrastructure investment and development are shaping the future of the Overstrand. Through official documents, analysis and public records, the series explores whether the municipality is prepared for the challenges of the next decade. HERMANUS – How many informal households are... Read more

Province confirms dual lane upgrade is on the way

July 22, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

Overstrand 2030: Planning for Growth is Whale Coast Report’s ongoing series examining how population growth, infrastructure investment and development are shaping the future of the Overstrand. Through official documents, analysis and public records, the series explores whether the municipality is prepared for the challenges of the next decade. The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure has... Read more

Why spend R66 million on a water treatment plant that isn’t even running at full capacity?

July 21, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

Overstrand 2030: Planning for Growth is Whale Coast Report's ongoing series examining how population growth, infrastructure investment and development are shaping the future of the Overstrand. Through official documents, expert analysis and public records, the series explores whether the municipality is prepared for the challenges of the next decade. PRINGLE BAY - Every time someone... Read more

Will Hermanus have enough water? Time is running out

July 20, 2026 (updated August 8, 2026) Published by Gerard Grobler

Overstrand 2030: Planning for Growth is Whale Coast Report's ongoing series examining how population growth, infrastructure investment and development are shaping the future of the Overstrand. Through official documents, expert analysis and public records, the series explores whether the municipality is prepared for the challenges of the next decade. HERMANUS - The Overstrand Municipality recently... Read more

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