OCA elections annulled - developing story
The Observatory Civic Association (OCA) has declared the committee elections held at their recent annual general meeting (AGM) null and...
Earn rewards at river clean up
Run out of airtime or data? Or crave a movie night? Well, now you can get free airtime, data, movie tickets and more by simply helping...
Locals start water action group
The Cape Town Water Action group was recently launched by a group of residents in response to the water crisis. Rol Hunter, one of the...
Fibre companies start roll out
The Observatory Library, Village Green and Obs Swimming Pool have been earmarked as public WIFI facilities. Residents and visitors will...
Locals’ actions threaten river
Boreholes, litter and pumping water from the river are huge problems for the Friends of the Liesbeek, said out-going river manager Conor...
Swim school stays afloat with water saving tricks
Despite the severe drought and strict water restrictions, Flippers Swim School in Oxford Road manages to stay afloat and ensure that...
ADVERTORIAL - Help Obs PnP spread festive season joy
As Christmas decorations hang from store ceilings and special offer displays can be seen in the isles, it is no doubt that the festive...
Did you know? Obs housed Apartheid pass office
By: Talia Meer Despite the widespread view that Observatory has always been a "grey area" in terms of racialised social and spatial...
Keeping the green’s history alive
By: Jermaine Johnson Observatory's Village Green has a history that is worth remembering. It was once a thriving community, but was torn...
Obs Art Thursdays turns one
By: Jermaine Johnson Every second Thursday night of the month, the magic of art takes over Observatory. Local businesses unite to host...
