We have been heard! The City has announced that it has cancelled plans to sell the land for the development of the shopping mall - read the full statement by the Deputy Mayor here.
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Thank you to our supporters! Watch our short tribute to all who made it possible to save Princess Vlei: (Watch in Vimeo)
‘Don’t rob us, don’t rob our children and don’t rob our grandchildren of the beauty that’s been given to us...’ - Edward Copperfield About Princess Vlei
The Princess Vlei is the gateway to the wetland system that runs through Grassy Park, purifying the water before it runs into the sea. The Vlei has a big history, and has long been treasured by the many citizens who have enjoyed its beauty and tranquility. But now it is fighting for its life, as it faces the threat of a proposed development: a double volume shopping mall, car park and taxi rank. Read more... |
View The Princess Vlei Map in a larger map What would you like to see at Princess Vlei?
The City has assured us that they will be engaging the community to find out what people would like to see at Princess Vlei. Make your voice heard by filling in our online survey... |
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The Day of Action and Celebration on March 22 was a historic day for
Princess Vlei. What had been planned as a protest to insist that the
City take our demands seriously became a day of celebration after the
Saturday Argus revealed the City’s intention to cancel the plans to sell
the land and build the mall.... read more.
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Schools are invited to Meet the Birds at Princess Vlei, as part of our Flight of Dreams programme. Contact us for details. |
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