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This Father’s Day, we’d like to celebrate all the dads and father figures in the OBSID team and broader Observatory community 💙

Many of the people working behind the scenes to help keep Obs clean, welcoming, and running smoothly are fathers themselves — balancing long days of service with caring for and supporting their families at home.

To all the father figures helping make Observatory a place of connection and belonging: thank you for the role you play, big and small.

Happy Father’s Day from OBSID

Cape Town is full of food gems, but one neighbourhood is quietly stealing the spotlight... Observatory is fast becoming one of the city’s most vibrant and unpretentious dining destinations. Along Lower Main Road, you’ll find a lively mix of student energy, alternative culture, and a food scene that doesn’t try too hard, and that’s exactly the point.

From Ethiopian dishes and bold global flavours to contemporary farm-to-table dining, live music with your coffee, standout sushi, and wine-paired tasting menus, Obs offers something for every kind of appetite (and budget).

No fuss. No pretence. Just real food, real character, and a neighbourhood worth spending time in this weekend! See you there?

🌟 Read the full What's on in Cape Town story here: https://whatsonincapetown.com/eateries-in-observatory/

This winter, let’s give in a way that truly makes a difference 🤝❄️

The Observatory Improvement District is calling on our community to support responsible giving — not by giving more, but by giving smarter.

We are currently appealing for donations of:
🧣 Blankets and warm clothing
🥫 Non-perishable food items
🧼 Hygiene packs
🥕 Fresh fruit and vegetables

All donations help support trusted local organisations providing meals and care in our community, including Healapalooza, Pasta Kitchen, Obs Can Feed You, and Loaves and Fishes.

📍 Drop-off point: 13 St Michaels Street
🕗 Office hours: 08:00 – 16:00
After-hours drop-offs can be arranged via the Control Room.

Every item donated helps restore dignity, warmth, and hope where it’s needed most.

📢 Pensioners and registered indigent beneficiaries receiving support from the City of Cape Town are reminded to renew their applications before 1 July 2026, when the new General Valuation comes into effect.

The City is contacting beneficiaries via SMS and has dedicated teams available to assist with renewals. Pensioners can apply every three years, while indigent beneficiaries must renew annually.

Qualifying residents can contact the City Call Centre on 0860 103 089, email the relevant support teams, or visit their nearest Customer Interaction Centre for assistance.

Read more: https://brnw.ch/21x3gyn

Have questions about the new OBSID composting site? We've got answers! 🐛 Anything else you want to know? 🌱

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This winter, the Observatory Improvement District is calling on our community to support those in need through thoughtful, targeted donations.

We are currently appealing for:
🧣 Blankets and warm clothing
🥫 Non-perishable food items
🧼 Hygiene packs
🥕 Fresh produce and vegetables

Every donation makes a real difference — when it’s given with care and purpose.

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