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South Coast SUN celebrates 50th birthday in Doonside

The South Coast SUN continued with its 50th birthday celebrations by hanging out with its readers.

AS part of the newspaper’s 50th birthday celebrations, the South Coast SUN’s staff interacted with readers and  handed out delicious cupcakes and a special edition of the newspaper on Friday, October 29 at Seadoone Mall in Doonside.

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The readers were also given an opportunity to give feedback about the SUN. Johan Roberts said he has been a proud SUN reader for many years and the special birthday issue brought back many fond memories.

“I’m always looking forward to the latest copy of the SUN in my mailbox. These stories from years ago are awesome. Congratulations on your birthday and keep up the good work,” he said.

Joan van Rensburg said she remembers the house that now houses the SUN offices at 33 Main Road, Doonside.

“I still recall when a family lived there, it was just a normal house,” said Joan.

The SUN’s editor, Roelien D’Amico said it was great to see the support the community has for the South Coast SUN.

“We all worked hard putting this edition together and it is so heartwarming to hear our readers telling us how much they liked reading the old stories, a big thank you,” said Roelien.

 

 

 


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Vusi Mthalane

Vusi Mthalane is a senior journalist with the South Coast Sun newspaper. With more than 13 years of newsroom experience, he covers stories that matter to communities along the South Coast, from Isipingo to Umgababa. His work has also appeared in The Witness, Zululand Fever, and the South Coast Fever.

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