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12 Apr 2013

Harbour views

by Allan Jackson | posted in: Pictures | 13

Today we have a magnificent set of views (mostly of the harbour) sent in by Johnny Vassilaros.  Thanks to J Dube (see comments below) I now know that these pictures originated from from HiltonT”s photo sharing pages on Flickr and … Read More

beach, cargo, Harbour, Loading, T Jetty, Tugs
9 Dec 2012

Vetch’s saved

by Allan Jackson | posted in: Mini Memories | 0

I have just had very pleasing news from Durban Paddle Ski Club chairman Johnny Vassilaros. Vetch’s beach and the remains of Vetch’s pier have been under threat from developers for years after it was proposed that a hotel be built … Read More

beach, Paddleski Club, Vetch's Pier
11 Nov 2011

Postcards

by Allan Jackson | posted in: Pictures | 16

My informant Stan Winterburn has sent in these fine vintage postcards from his grandfather’s collection. It turns out his grandfather is the policeman featured in the Gardiner Street scene. Share this:

beach, Gardiner Street, postcards

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