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The gem that is the Natal Youth Choir is going from strength to strength under the exceptional guidance of Gerard’d…

Doctor Andrea Duigan discovered a sleeker, more polished look after a consultation with Image Insured

This weekend sees both the beginning of the Super Rugby games at Kings Park as the Sharks take on the Stormers. …

If you find yourself in the Village and in need of sustenance around lunchtime, step into Little Havana and enjoy…

The newly-announced pairing has set tongues a-wagging in the run-up to the gruelling Non-Stop Dusi 2013

Next time you’re in Durban North and looking for a cocktail, a craft beer or a delicious plate of pasta,…

Getting married? Get your fill of inspiration from world-class suppliers at the NWJ Bridal and Events Show

Book your gardener in for a course on identifying invasive alien plants and help preserve our valuable ecosystems

The renowned Hellenic Market, the only place to go for every Greek dish, from moussaka to kleftika, is on the…

After the triumph of 9th Avenue;s Valentine’s Day dinner, which was faultless and I can honestly say was the best meal I…

Your contribution could help this inspirational team give dozens of animals a better life

The Ithemba Project provides the opportunity for people living with disease to earn a living. Find out how you can help

The fun which is the Litchi Orchard Night Market returns on the 22nd February from 5pm to 9pm.  With a…

What a beautiful day for a Valentine’s treat….. You are spoilt for choice this year, with a huge variety of meals…

If you feel like a drive up the hill, wait until next week and go up to Pinetown for the…

I have been lucky enough to visit some beautiful game lodges.  Phinda has always been my favourite.  We used to…

Were you caught in the traffic on the N3, Durban-bound today? Here’s what caused it…

Water experts are happy with recent test results from the Dusi river, but offer health advice for those hitting the water this February

This is the weather in Europe when we start to feel like a bowl of gazpacho and a paella.  There…

The Dusi charity batch has attracted great support so far, with celebs including Sias du Plessis, Damon Beard and Unathi Msengana paddling the Dusi this year

Spoil yourself and your partner this Valentine’s Day with a private shopping spree at The Bedroom

If you haven’t caught Ard Matthews yet, then make sure you make this Valentine’s Day a special one by getting…

Join dj Abi Ray in supporting The Pink Drive at this year’s aQuelle Midmar Mile, and help bring breast cancer education to communities across SA

Expectant moms, book your place at these free workshops, with expert advice from specialiests at Hillcrest Private Hospital

If this week has left you hot and sticky and you are still battling financially after the Christmas break, head…

Clifton College is holding its annual Open Evening on the 5th February.  This is a wonderful opportunity to look at all…

Harvey’s at 465 Innes Road has the reputation of being the sort of place you go for high days and…

Anne Viljoen sent in this picture of a resident owl that sleeps on a wall in a Mount Edgecombe Estate…

Hot on the heels of their well deserved Best Bistro Award in Eat Out, 9th Avenue Bistro have launched their…

Tony de Sousa, Durban’s most relaxed restauranteur manages to make every meal a triumph seemingly without breaking a sweat.  This…

Amidst the ever changing restaurant scene in Umhlanga, there is a haven of calm.  Around the corner from the Beverley…

Luci Hirsch Jackson presents a handy guide to all busy mothers and wives, with beautiful photography and extra nutritional info

A man in his thirties is in a serious condition after being hijacked in Hillcrest on Friday morning. Click for more details

If you are looking for some relaxation  this weekend there is a huge range of markets to choose  from in…

Well London is rainy and damp, and I am a bit chilly, but glad to be back in the heat…

June Lark of Westville felt like a new woman after her session with the team from Image Insured

For me, nothing says Christmas like someone else doing everything I regard as festive perfectly so that I can go…

The children at Focus on iThemba were treated to Christmas goodies from kind-hearted local businesses

From air rifles to paint guns, shotguns and more, Darren Ridley offers top level advice to responsible firearm users at The Gunroom

Station Masters has been revived, with a fresh new attitude and plans to make this iconic pub, truly, everybody’s favourite stop!

With the festive season upon us, the members of Voluntary Emergency Medical Assistance (VEMA) will again be on high alert to serve our community

We spend some time with Robyn Kime, three-time winner of The Unlimited Dusi Canoe Race, who also just happens to be doing her masters in civil engineering

Satin Candy fans are in for a treat – a gorgeous new store, with even more on offer. It’s a must-visit!

La Pizza Pazza is a family-style trattoria serving top-notch Mediterranean fare in a warm and friendly environment. Definitely worth a visit!

The weather might be a bit unpredictable, but the Umhlanga Summer Carnival is underway and is encouraging us all to…

You know how much your little one loves their favourite cartoon character tee… Make sure you get the coolest designs this Christmas

Delcairn Lifestyle Centre in Kloof is undergoing a makeover – ready to be your number one choice for those daily essentials, plus entertainment, healthcare and more

In order to ease traffic congestion over the festive period roads in the beachfront area of Durban will be closed…

Are you looking for a break from the stress of daily life? Try meditation with these beginner classes in Hillcrest and Kloof

The Catalina Theatre opened its doors ten years ago on the 12th December 2002, and to celebrate this momentous milestone…

Hirsch’s Hillcrest invited guests to learn more about holiday safety from the experts at VEMA and ER24

The Wonder Market is coming to Chris Saunders Park this Sunday, and it will be bigger and better than ever.…

Suncoast is gearing up for the Holiday Season, and this weekend is encouraging us all to get our running shoes,…

If you are a foodie you will already know about Melissa’s (the famous) food shop….but did you know they do…

The Litchi Orchard is spreading its wings and doing more and more with their lovely venue.  December is of course…

If the Mayans were correct, summer 2012 might just be our last… So why not make the most of your final days with Aquafest, Summer Edition?

This Friday there is a night Market with a difference.  To raise awareness of prostate cancer the whole evening will…

Don’t miss the chance to sign up for the season’s last triathlon and MTB event

Our best loved Bistro, the inimitable 9th Avenue triumphed at the Eat Out Awards in Capetown winning the Best Bistro…

Get your Christmas shopping done before December starts at this open day in aid of Jenny Konigkramer’s animal feeding scheme

Normal service is resumed, and as I write it’s 29 degrees outside.  This weekend then should be calling us all towards…

This Sunday, the 25th November, a bike ride with a difference will be setting out from The Workshop at Gugu…

The Garden of Hope and Healing is a new way of drawing attention to the terrible amount of violence and rape…

Before I became a parent, the likes of Ben 10, Toy Story and Transformers wouldn’t have been on my Top 10 list of movies to see.

This Sunday at Sutton Park, there will be a day of music, fun and food to remember all those killed in…

If you are looking for documentaries that are factually made, and have been funded correctly, the station to tune to these…

This summer holidays from 11th to 13th December, a children’s camp is being run up at Ballito to give your kids…

A nutritional diet, lots of exercise and healthy lifestyle are key factors in controlling a serious illness like diabetes. Living proof of this is Julie Peacock, who has made it her lifetime ambition to help others overcome this challenge

On the 21st November I Care will be hosting a tea and craft market at Christ Church in Umhlanga to…

Last night at Madame Zingara was spectacular.  The show has now reached a new level of perfection, with some of…

Traffic was brought to a standstill on Fields Hill on Tuesday morning when a taxi overturned in the west-bound carriageway

Durban Shongweni Club hosts this year’s dressage extravaganza, with plenty of entertainment for the whole family

An exhibition celebrating a fifteen year collaboration between Andrew Tshabangu of South Africa, and Rene-Paul Savignan of Reunion Island will…

If you are at a loose end this evening, why not wander down to the Lighthouse Bar at the Oyster…

Let’s lend a hand to a family in need this Festive Season by giving them a gift that keeps on giving.

Emergency services were called to a Linkin Park concert in Cape Town when scaffolding collapsed, injuring a number of music fans

Thanks to pensioners Kotie and Lorraine Hattingh and Montego pet food agent, Romaine Baker, Christmas came early for the local SPCA

There are many ways to crack an egg.  There are many ways to get fit, and fads come and go,…

It is the time of year when we all become aware of the huge number of fireworks exploding all around…

Professional and amateur cyclists will hit the roads of Durban this weekend in the final leg of the Engen Dynamic Cycle Challenge