The new Parow West Neighbourhood Watch called on the community to “come together” for a braai on Saturday April 4 (“Neighbourhood watch for Parow West,” Northern News). Respecting social distancing, they held it in their respective gardens to celebrate each other as families and individuals and to thank essential service workers. Watch chairman Shakir “Shrek” Smith was impressed with the response as they were unable to reach everyone due to the lockdown. “Even though we are in lockdown, we strive to reach out and create a community that can work together, to keep our community safe and healthy,” said Mr Smith.