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Make sure you stay on the road to success in the property game. Expert Andreas Wassenaar advises our readers.
Reach For A Dream gives young girls affected by illness a special escape, with a day away from the hospital environment when they will be treated like a queen!
For a great day out for all the family, go to the Kloof and Highway SPCA on Sunday, 3 July, when you’ll be able to see beautiful classic cars and raise money for the animals.
Hillcrest Private Hospital (HPH) will provide quality healthcare driven by a strong, customer-centric focus, with top medical facilities designed to meet the growing needs of the community.
Jockey launched its “Jockey or Nothing” campaign at the Max Institute of Fashion at Gateway recently.
South Africa’s own Theatre of Dreams returns to Durban with its unique brand of extravagance – complete with an international cast of acrobats, contortionists and singers.
The fledgling Ilembe Chamber of Commerce lifts off with a celebratory gala dinner at the Fairmont Hotel.
Springbok rugby legend John Smit showed off skills of another kind in preparing a wicked curry in the Hirsch’s kitchen.
Garth Johnstone camps out in the majestic Golden Gate Highlands National Park.
Troubled UK soul and pop sing Amy Winehouse can’t be too happy about it . . . but she’s back in rehab.
The Shongweni Club has been transformed from a tatty and tired place into a stylish and welcoming family-friendly venue.
According to new research commissioned by TomTom, driving in rush hour traffic is hazardous to your health. While you may be oblivious to it, your daily commute can result in a range of symptoms.
The Comrades Marathon is coming to a road near you on Sunday, so anybody travelling between Durban and Pietermaritzburg is likely to come up against a closed road or a forced detour at some point during the day.
The cold weather in Durban is due to linger tomorrow before it clears up, according to Weather SA. And there’s snow on the Berg.
Saying goodbye to a beloved pet can really shake a family. Garth Johnstone holds on tight.
Birds of a Feather Networx is promoting a Kids’ Expo at Collisheen Estate, Ballito on July 6.
This year’s Comrades Marathon runners will be running ‘green’, thanks to Bonitas Medical Fund and Wildlands.
The Bonitas Comrades Expo takes place at Durban Exhibition Centre from Thursday, May 26 to Saturday, May 28.
Hotel Izulu in Ballito is celebrating Father’s Day on Sunday, June 19 with a signature 5 course à la carte lunch menu.
One man and his dog, one scooter and trailer, more than 8,200 km. 76-year-old Des Pistorius and his four-legged passenger set off on a 52-day adventure that took them around the borders of South Africa, meeting up with other bikers along the way.
Specially developed by the 1000 Hills Chefs School, these cheese souffle, gazpacho and focaccia recipes are perfect for a dinner party!
The Jes Foord Foundation joins forces with school rugby teams to raise money towards skills and training for child safety officers.
Think a souffle is too tricky to make at home? Think again! This light and airy Caciotta cheese souffle recipe was developed by chefs at the 1000 Hills Chefs School to make your life easier.
Wow friends and family with this exclusive recipe, developed by the 1000 Hills Chefs School, and perfect as part of a Med-inspired mezze platter.
A flavour-packed gazpacho recipe, developed by the chefs at 1000 Hills Chefs School.
According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, “The Battle of the Office Candy Jar”, going to work can, actually, make you fat. While office snacks might boost morale, they can also sabotage your health.
Three brands of dog food have been taken off the market after being suspected of causing the deaths of around seventy dogs. Buddies Complete Dog Food, Legends Dog Food and Hi-Pro Dog Food are no longer allowed to be sold in South Africa.
High occupancy levels and safe beaches signal a very successful Easter period for Ballito and KwaDukuza.
WWE is heading back to South Africa in July with five action-packed live events scheduled for Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg.
Erica Platter tells of a rewarding eating experience at Indian Summer restaurant in Glenashley.
Durban’s top designers show off their fab creations;Agyness Deyn to judge Mr Price New Designer (ND) competition.
Video: A kitten hops, jumps, twists and turns as it takes on some unseen, terrifying foe. The music is suspense thriller . . . brilliant.
The 5-star Hotel Izulu at Ballito is celebrating Mother’s Day in style with a decadent à la carte lunch menu, created by renowned Executive Chef Guy Gorrie.
Mt Edgecombe Country Club’s bowlers came together in numbers recently . . . in pursuit of an elusive world record.
Hirsch Umhlanga has a range of events lined up for May, from cooking demos to business networking, there’s something for everyone.
It was the fairytale wedding everyone was dreaming about . . . and Ridge residents certainly didn’t miss out.
A single vehicle accident in the Thornville area yesterday afternoon left four people with critical injuries.
Coming up on May 22nd is the annual Discovery East Coast Radio Big Walk – an event that has become a highlight on Durban’s calendar over the years and has been branded as one of the largest family fun events the city has ever seen.
Osama bin Laden has been killed by US forces in an operation that took place yesterday – after eluding capture for more than nine years.
An 18-month-old Dutch boy has drawn the world’s attention with his amazing soccer skills.
South Africans know her as Miriam Erasmus, a folk singer extraordinaire, who has earned the title of “African Rose” in the UK where she has performed as Miriam Backhouse for more than forty years. Miriam invited Sharon Gill to her Botha’s Hill home for coffee and a chat.
The strange, the ironic, the bizarre and all that’s worth celebrating about the royal wedding.
Relocating from one side of the planet to the other in order to reunite with family is one thing, but if you’re looking for a better life, it might be prudent to put a few things into perspective.
Durban is getting into gear for the 2011 Aquelle Tour Durban cycle race. This year the organisers promise an even bigger and better event.
The Blythedale Coastal Resort rugby festival held at Kearsney College delivered an exciting display of entertaining, running rugby.
Childhood music lessons could pay off decades later – even for those who no longer play an instrument – by keeping the mind sharper as people age, according to a preliminary study published by the American Psychological Association.
The Meercats Music Festival – traditionally held around this time of year when there is the least chance of rain – will feature ten bands in a 12-hour event that starts at 11am on Saturday, May 14th.
UK supermodel Agyness Deyn will leave a legacy in South Africa once her starring role in Durban’s 031 Collection is over.
Head chef Karel Jacobs is bringing a fresh approach and a wealth of experience to Simbithi’s kitchen.
Grindrod Asikhulume Events division hosted a workshop at Coastlands Hotel and Convention Centre on Umhlanga Ridge.
Lois Kuhle meets TV programme 50/50’s eco-warrior, Andre Cronje, at his North Coast hideaway in Umdloti.
April 23rd is World Book Day – a day to celebrate books and the joy of reading.
A recent study has revealed a good reason to avoid binge drinking: it affects the body’s immune system response to injury.
DStv has a mouth-watering lineup to celebrate the wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton on April 29.
Splashy Fenners are packing their beanies, gas cookers, bongos and weird earmuffs for the epic music bash in the mountains.
It’s all systems go for Splashy Fen 2011. The tranquil Underberg farm that has accommodated the annual Splashy Fen Music Festival for the past 22 years is once again ready to play host to thousands of music and nature lovers from around the country this Easter weekend.
20 commuters were injured and one died yesterday morning when a fully laden taxi overturned on the N3 Durban-bound near the M13 turn-off.
With only eight days to go before Prince William weds his sweetheart, Kate Middleton, the world is transfixed with the “wedding of the century”.
Local, local, local . . . and only the best ingredients. This, along with a solid helping of talent, is the secret to Kerry Hedges’s success. Erica Platter reports.
Pick n Pay brings us this delectable braided bread, traditionally reserved for eating at Easter, and usually decorated with coloured eggs interwoven into the dough.
In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Julius Malema denied he was well off and said he had no ambition to be president of South Africa.
A collision involving two light motor vehicles on the M7 yesterday afternoon left one person dead and another in a critical condition.
Here’s a drug-free, unusual, and soothing way of sorting out your problems, discovers a relaxed Lois Kuhle.
The judge’s decision was tough but the Mr Price New Designer (ND) finalists have been chosen for the first 031 Collection.
The Easter weekend festivities have a nasty habit of turning people into statistics, with too many road accidents that could be avoided if drivers behaved more responsibly and courteously.
Today is National Cleavage Day in South Africa, a day for women to celebrate their femininity, confidence and independence, and a day for men to be … somewhat distracted.
Even Hollywood stars, like beautiful Gwyneth Paltrow, have body issues. She says her bum’s ‘too square’.
The Beverly Hills Hotel in Umhlanga has a range of high class events taking place in the months of April and May.
Runner up in last year’s edition of Idols L’loyd appears at uShaka’s Wet ‘n Wild on Monday, April 25 at 3pm.
You all know those days, when people – and the things they do – can make a train wreck of a regular working day.
Whether you watch it on the box or head off to a local event, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Kate and William’s big day.
An icon in its classic white, Quarters on Florida is a wonderful haven for weary travellers . . . and a foodie’s delight.
It’s mysterious, hidden away in remote Indonesia, one of the finest waves in the world . . . on a river. The Seven Ghosts.
Will the Olympic flame be burning at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in 2020? Alan Cooper asks the question.
Still going after all these years – Eddie Ekstein, Paul Dichfield, Pete Clifford and Derek Gordon are back on the road exactly 40 years after The Bats started.
Come run the ‘Otter’ with Hi-Tec at the Cape Union Mart store in Gateway Theatre of Shopping in Umhlanga.
The Whole Food Market is moving to Quays in Brown Road at the Point Development on Thursday, April 7.
The Ridge recently headed to the gorgeous Didima Camp at Cathedral Peak, one of Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife’s classy offerings in the Central Berg area.
Developers have turned the first sod and bulldozers and construction workers have moved on to the One on Herrwood site in Herrwood Drive, Umhlanga.
Tanglewood is one of Kloof’s hidden treasures – a haven for animals and humans alike.