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Kristo Pienaar Environmental Education Centre - Tygerberg Nature Reserve

We believe that through environmental education, we will form partnerships to conserve, protect, nurture and care for our environment and invoke in the youth and community a sense of environmental pride and responsibility that promotes environmentally sustainable lifestyles, behaviour and actions.The Kristo Pienaar Environmental Education Centre, based at Tygerberg Nature Reserve, is a popular, well-run venue that can host 100 people standing or 90 seated. It is used for environmental education and holiday programmes as well as overnight camps. Lessons on a variety of topics are offered, including biodiversity, birds, ecology and invasive species or designed for a groups needs. The hall can also be booked for conferences and meetings; however it is not zoned for social events. The Kristo Pienaar EE centre contains a resource centre, with a library and a well kept herbarium, useful for learners and students needing information. Displays in the foyer are changed regularly to specific themes and world environmental days.

For a detailed list of costs please consult the tariffs in the document downloads section below.

<h4>People and Conservation Officer</h4> Telephone: <a>021 444 9263</a> Email: <a href="mailto:tygerbergnaturereserve.intern@capetown.gov.za">tygerbergnaturereserve.intern@capetown.gov.za</a><h4>Bookings</h4>Bookings are essential Telephone: <a>021 444 9263</a>

Totius Street, Welgemoed

R5 per learner/participant ("Green Flag Schools" in terms of the Eco-Schools Programme)R7 per learner/participant (All other schools) R24 per learner/participant (Rustic overnight EE camp and programme)

Monday to Friday 07:30 - 16:00

Alternative water sources for the home

The City is promoting the responsible use of alternative water, including grey water, rainwater, and groundwater from boreholes/well points.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Family%20and%20home/greener-living/water-wise-in-the-home/alternative-water-sources-for-the-home">alternative-water-sources-for-the-home</a>

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Informal trading

Informal trade is a very important part of Cape Town's economy and benefits both traders and locals.

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Bursaries and funding from the City of Cape Town

The City offers a number of external bursaries on offer.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Work%20and%20business/Jobs-and-skills-development/Work-for-the-City-of-Cape-Town/Bursaries-and-funding-from-the-City-of-Cape-Town"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">Bursaries-and-funding-from-the-City-of-Cape-Town</a>

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Volunteers in uniform

Volunteering your time and skills with our fire-fighting, law enforcement and safety and security teams helps to make our city safer and better.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Local%20and%20communities/Community-building-and-upliftment/be-an-active-resident/volunteers-in-uniform"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">volunteers-in-uniform</a>

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Prevent illegal dumping

We are calling on all our residents to stop and report illegal dumping … Illegal dumping costs us money It costs the City R350 million every year to clean up illegal dumping …

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Family%20and%20home/Safety-in-the-home/Environmental-health-in-the-home/prevent-illegal-dumping"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">prevent-illegal-dumping</a>

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Fire safety in the home

Join our junior fire marshals, Aphiwe and Ayanda, as they investigate and solve fire issues in their communities.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Family%20and%20home/safety-in-the-home/basic-household-safety/fire-safety-in-the-home"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">fire-safety-in-the-home</a>

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Libraries

Loan out books, get access to electronic resources or take part in community programmes and events at any of our libraries

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Explore%20and%20enjoy/See-all-city-facilities/our-service-facilities/Libraries"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">Libraries</a>

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Upgrade to a new prepaid electricity meter

Find out if your suburb has been selected for a compulsory electricity meter upgrade

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Apply/Municipal-services/Electricity/apply-for-an-upgrade-to-a-new-prepaid-electricity-meter"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">apply-for-an-upgrade-to-a-new-prepaid-electricity-meter</a>

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Comment on the City's draft Coastal By-Law

You can read and comment on the draft Coastal By-Law

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Have-your-say/Issues-open-for-public-comment/draft-coastal-by-law"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">draft-coastal-by-law</a>

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We are reviewing our district plans and we would like to include you in the process.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Have-your-say/Issues-open-for-public-comment/district-planning-process"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">district-planning-process</a>

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Give Dignity to help change lives

Support the City's Give Dignity campaign by donating essential items and not cash to those in need

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Get-involved/Donate/give-dignity-to-change-lives"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">give-dignity-to-change-lives</a>

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2019/2020 Tariffs

Find out about the latest tariffs that affect you

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/local%20and%20communities/meet-the-city/the-city-budget/city-wide-tariffs"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">city-wide-tariffs</a>

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submit a building plan

If you are planning any building work on a property, you may need to submit a building plan for approval.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Apply/Planning-building-and-development/Building-plan-applications/Apply-for-a-building-plan"><img alt="" src="/_layouts/15/IMAGES/icgen.gif">Apply-for-a-building-plan</a>

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Apply for replacement wheelie bin

The City will replace or repair a damaged or stolen wheelie bin free of charge.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Apply/Municipal-services/solid-waste/Apply-for-replacement-wheelie-bin" target="_blank">Apply-for-replacement-wheelie-bin</a>

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Pay and renew your vehicle licence

There are a number of different options you can use when paying for and renewing your vehicle licence renewal.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Pay/Driving-and-vehicles/Vehicle-licences/Pay-your-vehicle-licence" target="_blank">Pay-your-vehicle-licence</a>

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Dam levels

The dam levels are critical for Cape Town’s water supply and are a key contributor to the Day Zero water dashboard

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/Family%20and%20home/residential-utility-services/residential-water-and-sanitation-services/this-weeks-dam-levels">this-weeks-dam-levels</a>

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Apply for new or replacement driver's licence

Find out how to get a new or replacement driver’s licence.

<a href="https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Apply/Licences-and-permits/Driving-and-vehicles/Apply-for-new-or-replacement-drivers-licence">Apply-for-new-or-replacement-drivers-licence</a>

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