Club Med Tinley – The conquest begins!

Post the official announcement happening in September 2023, Club Med South Africa saw a record surge in sales reported since the opening of the season in October – doubling previous records. The collaboration between Club Med and Collins Residential Consortium continues to gain momentum as four representatives from Club Med France’s main team met with the Collins Residential team recently in South Africa to finalise detailed design and project roll out ahead of commencement next...

TIGER’S MILK OPENS IN STUNNING NEW LOCATION AT LIFESTYLE CENTRE, BALLITO

Life & Brand Portfolio’s latest instalment of the popular and burgeoning brand, Tiger’s Milk, opens its doors on Wednesday, 22 November, at Ballito Lifestyle Centre. Situated at the end of Eat Street, the stylish and trendy new Tiger’s Milk restaurant and bar is set in beautiful surroundings, making the most of the fabulous al-fresco environment. Tiger’s Milk is known around the country to be the best destination for ‘dude food, made real good’. Their menu...

Beauty & Creativity

Ballito is nurturing many talented people. Meet these three remarkable young people who have made or continue to make their mark.   We often talk about rising talent in our excellent schools but forget to shine a spotlight on those out in the world, figuring it out on their own and, in doing so, making waves while excelling in their talents. One person who turned their talent into a career is Shannon Trollip, who, at...

Welcoming Wellness

Looking after our bodies, inside and out, is essential for a healthy, happy and long life. We’ve spoken to a few health professionals about their fields of practice and how they can help you achieve the state of wellness you want.   COMPLETE DENTISTRY Life expectancy for South Africans is higher today than it has ever been before. We live longer and better quality lives. Therefore, protecting and preserving oral health from a young age...

Let’s Go Girls!

Where are my ladies? It’s time to schedule some fun girls’ days out with your favourite friends. Don’t freak out! I have a few fabulous activities you can do with the gal pals. From food and drinks to nails and dancing, it’s all covered. But let’s do it Shania Twain style! If you know the song, we’re best friends now!   “IS THE PREROGATIVE TO HAVE A LITTLE FUN AND…” Book your calendars for every...

Fabstuff February/March 2023

HOME ARTIST: KHULULEKA VASE This is a handmade terracotta ceramic vase made from natural clay. Home Artist creates modern, African home decor products by using traditional ways, forms and concepts. The design store wants to carry on the African ways in this modern age, becoming preservers of African knowledge in art form. In their new collection, they celebrate Bantu stories by expressing and articulating a past in the present. Retail price is R2800 www.homeartistza.com  ...

Extreme skating and biking action gets visitors revved up for 2023 Ballito Pro Festival

The epic sporting action isn’t limited to KwaDukuza’s surf for the 2023 Ballito Pro Presented by O’Neill – visitors can expect top-level trials biking demonstrations and skateboarding action as part of the Festival events. Things get started with the Ballito Pro Skate Jam at the Ballito Bowl on Saturday, 1 July from 12pm, with Brent Le Riche returning to perform his world-class moves as part of the Monster Energy Programme from 7 to 9 July....

CLEAN, GREEN, BLUE FLAG, BALLITO EMBODIES BALLITO PRO’S ‘KONKE KULUHLALA’ MOTTO

The Ballito Urban Improvement Precinct (BUIP) knows that sustained water quality is a major priority for the local community and holidaymakers which is why, working as a collective with local residential estates, it has ensured consistent and independent sea water testing since the April 2022 floods which caused major havoc and pollution to KZN’s coastline. Demonstrating rigorous transparency, the results of this weekly testing are shared weekly via the BUIP’s email and social media channels....

Ndlovu Youth Choir Concert Marks Launch of New North Coast Lifestyle Event

The thrilling Ndlovu Youth Choir, one of South Africa’s most talented and vibrant musical acts, promises to take greater Durban and the North Coast by storm, with ONE live performance only on Saturday, 3 June 2023, at The Manor House in Salt Rock. Presented by ZA Fest, in partnership with Seaton Estate, this highly anticipated concert will be a spectacular event, showcasing the choir’s unique blend of African rhythms, contemporary beats, and world-class vocals. Located...

A Classic Collection

Words by Kai Coates  |  Opening image of a Holden Monaro GTS Cars that create memories of the good old days. Where do I start? Well, for one, I don’t have the best knowledge about cars, but I do have a lifelong dream of owning a few classics, like a 1970s Ford Bronco and a 1957 Volkswagen Beetle. Here in our hometown, you may have seen the vast collections during the Classic Car Show at...