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Community

NERA fundraising yard sale — Saturday 3 October 2026

The Naruna Estate Residents Association (NERA) is holding a fundraising yard sale at 33 Coombe Road, Plumstead (off Churchill Road) on Saturday 3 October, 08:00–12:00. Funds raised support the most vulnerable in the community. Donations of clothing, toys, books, bedding and kitchenware can be dropped off at the same address, or WhatsApp Beverley Strong on 074 341 8252. Source: Constantiaberg Bulletin, 22 September 2026.

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Safety alert: armed robbery in a Plumstead parking area

A woman was robbed at gunpoint in a Plumstead parking area on 20 September 2026 while a child ran to safety (source: Cape Argus). Plumstead falls within the Diep River SAPS precinct — in an emergency call 10111; Diep River charge office 021 710 7300; Sector 1 vehicle (Plumstead/Golf Links) 079 894 1552. Stay aware of your surroundings in parking areas and report suspicious activity.

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Community

BMRA Annual General Meeting — 22 October 2026

The Annual General Meeting of the Bergvliet and Meadowridge Ratepayers' Association takes place on Thursday 22 October 2026 at 19:30 at the Meadowridge Bowls Club, Howard Drive, Meadowridge. Residents of the Ward 73 portion of the PCRA area are encouraged to attend. Source: bmra.co.za, 19 September 2026.

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Elections

Election watch: who is standing in wards 63 and 73

The Electoral Commission certified ward candidate lists for the City of Cape Town on 16 September 2026. In Ward 63 the DA candidate is Tumelo Mokgatla (the incumbent, Cllr Carmen Siebritz, is not on the ward list); in Ward 73 the DA candidate is Jordan Lotriet (the incumbent, Deputy Mayor Eddie Andrews, is not on the ward list). See our Election Watch page for the full picture, and confirm final ballots with the IEC before voting day.

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Environment

Recurring flash flooding in Plumstead under monitoring

Recurring flash floods continue to affect parts of Plumstead during heavy rain, as reported by the Constantiaberg Bulletin. PCRA is monitoring affected streets and engaging the City's Roads & Stormwater directorate. Residents can log stormwater faults via the City service request portal and copy PCRA for escalation.

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Ward

Ward 63 announces 2026/27 ward budget projects

Ward 63 councillor Carmen Siebritz has announced the ward allocation projects for 2026/27: an upgrade to Sussex Road Park in Wynberg, traffic calming in Golf Links Estate, a first Christmas tree for Fairways, a pan-tilt-zoom camera in Fairways, early-childhood development resources and a Ward Law Enforcement Officer. The ward's school career exhibitions continue in 2026. Source: Constantiaberg Bulletin, 29 January 2026.

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Planning

Proposed Tokai High School on Ruskin Road, Bergvliet — status

The Western Cape Education Department has proposed a new high school on a 3.8-hectare site on Ruskin Road, Bergvliet (Ward 73): 1,100+ learners, ~30 classrooms, sports field and hall, estimated at more than R125 million. The Bergvliet Voluntary Association and residents have raised traffic, heritage and neighbourhood-character concerns during the Heritage Impact Assessment public participation; the WCED says the project remains in planning with further engagement to come. We will publish participation dates as they are announced. Sources: Constantiaberg Bulletin, 20 March 2026.

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Flooding at Tynemouth Road
InfrastructureUrgent

Flooding at Tynemouth Road

The PCRA held an urgent meeting with the Councillor and City Officials on 18.08.2025 to address the severe flooding issues affecting Tynemouth Road residents. The meeting covered stormwater drainage capacity, road surface damage, and emergency response protocols. Residents are encouraged to report flooding incidents to both the City and the PCRA for escalation.

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Social Cohesion Initiative
Community

Social Cohesion Initiative

As residents of Plumstead, we are all stakeholders. The PCRA is launching a new initiative to foster social cohesion and encourage all associations to work together for the betterment of our community. We believe that by uniting our voices and resources, we can create a stronger, more vibrant neighbourhood. All community groups are invited to participate.

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Mobility & Traffic Report
Traffic

Mobility & Traffic Report

A comprehensive review of traffic issues including truck signage, street markings, road surfaces, and potholes is underway to improve safety for all road users. Key areas under review include Main Road congestion, school zone safety, and the intersection at Victoria Road. The committee has engaged directly with the City Transport Department.

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Parks

Parks & Subways Update

The committee is actively addressing community issues related to the maintenance and safety of our local parks and subways. Recent initiatives include the installation of new play equipment at Lympleigh Road Park, improved lighting in pedestrian subways, and regular maintenance schedules with the City Parks Department.

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Governance

Annual General Meeting 2025

The PCRA Annual General Meeting will be held at the Plumstead Bowling Club. All members are invited to attend and exercise their voting rights. The agenda includes the election of the new committee, financial report presentation, and discussion of key issues for the year ahead. Non-members are welcome to attend as observers.

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