Positively charged for Robbie's Electrical, seven personal safety tips from HPP and more...

👋 Hello Hermanus - it’s time for another round of local heroes, good news and small-town pride!

In this week’s edition, we’re shining a light on:

⚡ Business of the Week: Robbie’s Electrical - meet the trusted local team keeping Hermanus powered and connected. From quick callouts to major installations, they’re the experts making sure our homes and businesses stay switched on.

🦺 Safety First with HPP – discover seven essential personal safety tips from the Hermanus Public Protection team, helping you stay aware and protected wherever you go.

📆 What’s On in Hermanus - your go-to guide for weekend markets, live music, and community happenings around the bay.

🌤️ Your weather – a quick check so you’re ready for whatever the week brings.

We’d also like to take a moment to congratulate Hermanus Library for winning the award of the Western Cape Library of the Year at the Western Cape Government Cultural Affairs Awards!

Here’s to the people, passion and purpose that keep Hermanus running beautifully.

The Hermanus Scoop Team 🐋

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🔌 Business of the Week: Robbie’s Electrical

Sometimes the best decisions come from taking a leap of faith.

Back in 2017, Robbie and his wife were living in Brackenfell when life changed in more ways than one - with a baby on the way, they decided to swap the city rush for a quieter, family-friendly Hermanus lifestyle. Robbie, who had been working as an electrician for an engineering company, sold everything, packed up, and started fresh on the coast - with no clients and a one-month-old baby in tow.

“It was really scary,” he admits. “I started by grabbing coffee’s with people, knocking on doors, and introducing myself to anyone who might need electrical work.”

That hustle - and his friendly nature - quickly paid off. His first big break came with Camphill School, soon followed by key clients like Eastcliff Spar and Gateway Spar. From there, Robbie Electrical began offering COCs (Certificates of Compliance) for real estate transfers and partnered with local estate agents and builders, steadily building trust and relationships in the community.

When COVID hit, things slowed - but once construction picked up again, business took off. Today, Robbie Electrical has become known as the friendliest electrician in town (well at least we think so!) - a trusted name in Hermanus, handling everything from new home builds to complex installations, solar setups, and COCs, always with a smile and a can-do attitude.

Outside of work, Robbie is a golf fanatic, a family man with two kids, and a regular in the Buildit business cricket league. He’s also actively involved with the Hermanus Primary under-8 girls’ hockey team - giving back to the community that supported his journey.

His favourite Hermanus indulgence? “Definitely the ribs at Hussar Grill,” he laughs - followed closely by grabbing a pizza at Ember’s, their go-to family spot.

For any electrical requirements get in touch with Robbie: +27 82 490 0999

🔐 Seven personal safety tips with HPP

Following our feature on HPP last week and with the festive season peeking over the horizon we want to help keep you and your loved ones safe during this period and during the course of the next month will be sharing some advice.

This week we start with seven key safety tips:

📆 What’s On in Hermanus

🩸 Give Someone a Lifeline - Donate Blood
📅 30 October 14:30 - 19:00
📍 Grobbelaar Hall
💰 R100 per ticket

Blood donor criteria:

• Be 16-75 years old

• Weigh 50kg+

• Be in good health

• Lead a sexually safe lifestyle

🎶 Jazz Night at Dutchies
31 October | From 18:00
Ease into the weekend with smooth jazz, sea views, and great food.
📞 028 314 1392 | ✉️ [email protected]

🎭 On Stage Soon: Time Will Tell
📅 1 November, 15:00
📍 Hermanus Auditorium
💰 R100 per ticket

Step into a world of time travel, mystery and a touch of Victorian mischief! Time Will Tell follows Jane’s sudden disappearance - and her sister’s daring journey back to 1862 to find her. Expect “old dresses,” a sleazy salesman, and a plot twist that might just involve the end of the world…

Written and directed by Marhette van Huyssteen, this original production by her drama students promises an afternoon of imagination, humour and suspense right here in Hermanus.

🎟 Don’t miss it: Book via WhatsApp: 082 786 3966

Something for the ladies:

🚴‍♀️ Bike Bus Hermanus – Next Adventure!

What is it about?
Bike Bus Hermanus is a fun, parent-led initiative that celebrates adventure on two wheels. It’s all about kids inspiring kids - to ride more, get fit, have fun, and stay safe. The group encourages families to explore Hermanus together by bike, building confidence, fitness, and friendships along the way.

Next Ride:
📅 Saturday, 1 November 2025
🕢 Start time: 07:30
📍 Route: From Hemel & Aarde Village (Village Cycles) to the Waterfront Playground & back – a 10 km round trip

More details:

Bring your helmet, your energy, and your sense of adventure - it’s the perfect way to start the weekend!

Paint x Sip - Celebration Edition
🗓 6 November 2025
🕕 18:00 – 21:00
💰 R300 per person – all materials provided
📍 Location: Hermanus (details on booking)

Get ready for a creative evening that’s all about joy, colour, and connection! ✨

Whether you’re celebrating friendship, womanhood, festive cheer, or just the beauty of life itself, this Paint x Sip night invites you to unwind, laugh, and create in true Hermanus style.

Expect a relaxed, playful atmosphere filled with cupcakes, ice cream, and a splash of artistic magic. 🌷

Mixed media fun - paint, collage, draw - and celebrate in full colour! Bring your smile, your love for creativity… and maybe a friend too.

📞 Contact Annalie: 082 450 9532

Hermanus Round Table - Annual Charity Wine Auction
📅 7 November
📍 Hermanus Golf Club
💰 R575 pp includes: Welcome drink, Three-course meal, Table wine, Premium wine and other items on auction.

All the proceeds will be used in our ongoing projects in and around Hermanus, uplifting the community.

🎟 Click here for more information.

Around the corner…

🏕 Outdoor & Adventure Expo - Grabouw

📅 7-9 November 2025
📍 Elgin Grabouw Sports Club, next to Eikenhoff Dam

Get ready for the ultimate outdoor lifestyle weekend! The Outdoor & Adventure Expo returns to Grabouw, bringing together everything from camping gear, 4x4s, hiking and cycling equipment to e-bikes, caravans, outdoor clothing, braais, and more - all in one beautiful setting. Enjoy live demos, delicious food stalls, a beer tent, kids’ play area, and plenty of space to explore nature. Access to Eikenhof Dam means kayaking, water biking, and other non-motorised water sports are all part of the fun.

🎟 Tickets:
- Friday: R80 (children under 7 free)
- Saturday & Sunday: R80 (pensioners & children 7–18) | R150 (adults)
Parking is free.
Get tickets via www.ticketpro.co.za
🕓 Gate Times:
Fri 12:00–18:00 | Sat 08:00–18:00 | Sun 08:00–15:00

📣 “Nicest venue ever!”, “Fantastic show!”, “Lekker grass, no dust!” - just some of the rave reviews from last year’s visitors. Don’t miss this year’s bigger and better edition, featuring a new Outdoor Destinations Hall showcasing top adventure and leisure spots across SA.

This one is going to be a banger:

🌿 The Usuals

Saturday | Hermanus Country Market
🗓 Every Saturday · 09:00 - 14:00
📍 Hermanus Cricket Club
Artisan stalls, live music, food, fresh produce and a family-friendly vibe - a staple Saturday outing for locals and visitors alike.

Local Thrift Market 🛍️
🗓 Saturday, 09:00 - 13:00
📍 De Wet Saal / De Wet Hall

Browse a variety of stalls and discover unique pre-loved treasures at the Local Thrift Market. Bring your fur-friend along (on a leash) and enjoy a relaxed, community market day.

Saturday | Hermanus ParkRun 🏃
🗓 Every Saturday · 08:00
📍 Hermanus Forest, Camphill Road, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Start your weekend with a scenic 5km trail run (or walk). Free to join.

Saturday | Benguela Cove ParkRun 🏃 
🗓 Saturday · 08:00
📍 Benguela Cove, R43, Botriver Lagoon, Hermanus Another beautiful 5km trail run (or walk) along the lagoon. Free to join - just register online at parkrun.co.za.

New in Town - Bootlegger XS Hermanus

A fresh branch of Bootlegger XS Hermanus has opened on the Hermanus waterfront at 83 Marine Drive (next to Crust & Craft). They’re open every day for all-day breakfast, lunch & brunch, free WiFi, kids’ menu & takeaway.

Opening hours:

• Mon–Fri: 06:30–17:00

• Sat: 07:00–17:00

• Sun: 07:00–16:00 ourcafes.bootlegger.coffee

🌦️ Weather Forecast for Hermanus

Spring keeps playing its favourite trick - shifting gears when you least expect it.

Expect sunshine that lingers, clouds that flirt with drizzle, and a soft breeze reminding you that Hermanus never quite stands still. It’s a week that balances warmth with whispers of rain - perfect for those who keep both sunglasses and a light jacket handy.

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Thursday 30 Oct.
A glorious day of sunshine and warmth - summer knocking early. ☀️ 28°C / 15°C, 0.0 mm rain. Winds 10–8 m/s.

Friday 31 Oct.
Partly cloudy with showers later on. 🌦️ 20°C / 15°C, 2.3 mm rain. Winds 12-4 m/s.

Saturday 1 Nov.
Cloudy with light rain through the day. 🌧️ 17°C / 13°C, 2.1 mm rain. Winds 7-5 m/s.

Sunday 2 Nov.
Bright and calm with clear skies returning. ☀️ 18°C / 12°C, 0.0 mm rain. Winds 4-2 m/s.

Monday 3 Nov.
Mild and partly cloudy - ideal for a lazy start to the week. 🌤️ 19°C / 12°C, 0.0 mm rain. Winds 5-2 m/s.

Tuesday 4 Nov.
A mix of sun and cloud with a gentle breeze. 🌥️ 19°C / 15°C, 0.1 mm rain. Winds 5-1 m/s.

Wednesday 5 Nov.
Sunny and fresh - a classic Hermanus finish. ☀️ 20°C / 15°C, 0.1 mm rain. Winds 8–2 m/s.

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Stay ready for soft light, short showers, and a week that feels like Hermanus slowly stretching into Summer.

🍔 Restaurant Specials:

Here are some of the best deals from all over town for you to enjoy during the coming week:

🔥 Gansbaai Fire Update

As we wrap up this week’s Scoop, our thoughts are with the brave teams still battling the Gansbaai mountain fire. More than 1,700 hectares have burned, but thanks to the tireless efforts of the firefighters, major progress has been made in containing the blaze.

Support crews include members from Overstrand and Overberg Municipalities, Working on Fire, goFPA, NCC, and local landowners, with air support from Leading Edge Aviation’s two Huey helicopters, which have been vital in water-bombing operations.

The fire began just before the official start of the Western Cape fire season, making early containment a huge challenge. Crews continue to work into the night to keep the community safe.

A heartfelt thank-you to all those on the frontlines - our real local heroes.

Spotted in the Overberg: Photo of the Week

Each week, we feature one special snap submitted by someone who calls this place home. From misty morning walks to playful pups on the beach - we want to see what you see.

And here’s the perk: every featured photographer gets a free flat white on us - in partnership with Molo Coffee. So send in your best shot to [email protected], and you might just sip your way to local fame.

That’s a wrap for this week’s Scoop!

Stay warm, stay dry, stay curious and we’ll catch you next week!

- The Hermanus Scoop Team 🐋

P.S. Want to be featured in the Scoop? Drop us a mail at [email protected] - we’d love to hear from you.

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