John Duncan: a life shaped by the De Kaap Valley
From a farm boy known as “Dubula” to a merchant navy engineer sailing the world’s oceans, John Andrew Duncan’s life was shaped by adventure, resilience and deep roots in the De Kaap Valley.
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Heritage & History
John Duncan: a life shaped by the De Kaap Valley
From a farm boy known as “Dubula” to a merchant navy engineer sailing the world’s oceans, John Andrew Duncan’s life was shaped by adventure, resilience and deep roots in the De Kaap Valley.
The Duncan's of Barberton: A family rooted in gold rush history
From Transvaal Hotel to Greenstone Trading Post: the story of Barberton’s old Impala Hotel
Diggers Retreat Hotel keeps gold rush spirit alive
The Globe Tavern: a gold rush relic at the heart of Barberton
Barberton Cemetery: memory, mourning and a call to protect our heritage
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Schools
Nuwe lewe by Laerskool Barberton Primary
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Laerskool Barberton Primary celebrates excellence at the annual prize-giving
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