The little things

Watch: McGregor Local Papa Johnny Greets Everyone in His Town Daily!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguOctober 14, 2024October 14, 2024 176 0

Greeting everyone you encounter. It’s a simple joy, but one that’s become sadly ‘outdated’ in today’s world. Unless, of course, you’re Papa Johnny of McGregor, who goes out of his…

Bellville Welcomes New and Improved Trolleys for Waste Pickers!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyOctober 1, 2024October 1, 2024 487 0

Informal waste pickers in Bellville are to be kitted out with new and improved trolleys to do their jobs safely and more efficiently!   Bellville, South Africa (01 October 2024)…

Revive Knysna Equips Parking Attendants with Bright New Bibs

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 13, 2024September 13, 2024 120 0

Community organisation Revive Knysna recently equipped parking attendants with bright new bibs  showcasing their names to help contribute to the Safer Spaces Project that’s bettering the town!   Knysna, South…

Home of Hope’s Youngest, Little Keenan, Starts Grade R!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguySeptember 1, 2024August 30, 2024 170 0

Non-profit organisation Home of Hope’s youngest resident, Keenan, has taken a big step with little feet: starting Grade R! For the people who care for him, this isn’t just another…

Hopelands Village Gifted Bundles of Joy for Their Bundles of Joy!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 7, 2024March 7, 2024 466 0

Hopelands Village, a haven and largely hidden gem for abandoned babies and children received a special surprise from the KnitWits thanks to their carefully created bundles of joy filled with…

Wolwerivier Animals in Blistering Heat Get the Coolest Surprise

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 7, 2024March 7, 2024 338 0

The Western Cape’s weather reached scorching hot temperatures last week. While many escaped from the heat to pools, the welcomed icy sea and cool homes, animals in underserved areas did…

Betty’s Bay Residents Volunteer to Transport Penguins in Need!

by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyMarch 6, 2024March 6, 2024 384 0

The Penguin-Pals Project is going to help so many penguins get the help they need thanks to Betty’s Bay residents who have volunteered to transport penguins to rescue facilities! Not…

South Africans Help Elderly Tourist Through Medical Mayhem 

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 6, 2024 1,550 0

When an elderly tourist from the Netherlands was about to fly home, the swelling in his hand couldn’t be ignored. After having to disembark, he found himself in a city…

‘Granny Grommets’ Add Regular Beach Clean Ups to Their Ocean Adventures 

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 5, 2024March 5, 2024 639 0

Not only are the ‘Granny Grommets’ legends in the world of rookie wave catching, but they’re also playing their part to keep our beaches beautiful in a big way!  …

Towers and Bakkie Loads of Treats: Township Pizza Party a Success!

by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyMarch 4, 2024March 4, 2024 364 0

For children who have never had pizza or have only enjoyed it once before, the surprise township pizza party couldn’t have been more of a treat. Thanks to Joburgers near…