Rondebosch Common is an attractive green open space for public use, situated in a built-up area surrounded by local Rondebosch homes and schools. The area supports critically endangered Cape Flats Sand fynbos, with patches of renosterveld, and is also a seasonal wetland.

The Raapenberg Bird Sanctuary is a section of the Liesbeek River, located between the Hartleyvale football ground and the South African Astronomical Observatory. The sanctuary features grassy picnic sites and shady trees.

The Ravensmead Waste Drop-off is for use by Ravensmead residents with cars, trailers or LDV’s with a carrying capacity not exceeding 1.5 tons. Garage waste, builder’s rubble and clean garden waste are limited to three loads per day. There is no limitation on loads of recycling.

The Retreat Waste Drop-off facility is for use by Retreat residents with cars, trailers or LDV’s with a carrying capacity not exceeding 1.5 tons. Garage waste, builder’s rubble and clean garden waste are limited to 3 loads per day. No limitation on the loads of recycling per day.

The recently renovated Rupert Museum has an all new look and not just on the inside. And there's LOTS to see and do! Visitors can enjoy a trundle through their new garden, visit the cafe and get active in the MakerStudio. On the last Saturday of each month enjoy a full programme of activities from artist...

Rhinos at the Waterfront? Cape Town’s famous V&A Waterfront are wowing the crowds with a crash (herd) of spectacular, brilliantly creative, life size sculptures of Rhinos exhibited all around the complex. This is art of a different kind to help bring the world’s attention to the plight of Southern Africa’s much loved but endangered real rhinos....