Generations of Adaptation and Perseverance

Woodhead Bigby Inc. celebrates a century of legal excellence built on generations of wisdom. Such milestones are not reached by chance but rather by strategic intelligence, diligent hard work and bestowed knowledge. It takes considerably more than a pedigree and qualifications to persevere and thrive in a highly competitive profession. Adaptability, continual development, cultural inclusion, and an emphasis on being better before becoming bigger have helped forge a robust resilience to changing times, changing laws,...

Making a Heartbeat

Falling pregnant can be easy for some yet difficult for others. That’s why Vitalab is committed to helping couples build families through a fertility journey.   Who are We? The Vitalab KwaZulu-Natal Fertility Clinic in Umhlanga has been around since 2019 and has a sister unit based in Johannesburg that is also committed to helping couples build families since 1984. We have pioneered a holistic approach to fertility by supporting our patients medically, physically and...

Afro – Porto Style

Finding a great restaurant which ticks all the boxes, that is vibrant and family-friendly can be difficult to find. Lucky for you, Mozambik is available and ready to blow your socks off. Good times lie ahead! Let’s take a trip down to The Pearls of Umhlanga, where an adventure awaits you. Inspired by the lifestyle and flavours of Mozambique, this restaurant has expanded throughout South Africa and even ventured beyond our borders. The Mozambik brand...

The Future is Bright

Many students have had to adapt to operating during the pandemic, and they have achieved greatness through the amazing schools. We find out more about some of our schools on the East Coast and look at what the new year holds for them.   Crawford International La Lucia Future-focused education is best described as an emerging cluster of ideas, beliefs, theories, and practices drawn from many sources, within and outside education. These ideas are mobilised...

Five in One

There’s nothing better than stumbling upon hidden gems in the most unexpected places. I was incredibly excited when I discovered Northshore and these five exceptionally talented women. They are firmly carving out their marks in their respective industries. Erisha Reddy – Bonafide Beauty “Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself!” Qualified somatologist, Erisha has been in the beauty industry for over 12 years. She opened Bonafide Beauty two years ago and has watched...

Chill Out

The summer heat can be brutal, unrelenting during the holiday season. Lucky for you, we have compiled a collection of the “coolest” and sweetest places in Umhlanga for you to escape the legendary Durban heat. The Ocean Terrace With its unobstructed sea views and signature candy-stripe décor, The Ocean Terrace has become a firm favourite with in-house guests and local visitors. Their dessert menu is a particular speciality, featuring unique cheesecakes, creative tarts, a selection...

WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN

Holah ~ house of love and hope (a division of likhon ithemba) is a crisis home for babies, toddlers and children with special needs, bridging the gap between abandoned or orphaned children and successful adoption or healthy reunification. We are asking our community to support US in our WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN campaign, kicking off 9th August and running through to the 27th of September where after the grand prizes will be drawn on Friday 1st...

Driving in Style

Featured image: VW T-Roc   Just imagine it for a second: you, driving around the streets of Umhlanga, in a stylish, jaw-dropping car. If that’s what you want your 2021 to look like, we’ve got two cars perfect for the job! Learn more about the popular Volkswagen T-Roc and Land Rover Discovery and why they’re your next dream cars.   Volkswagen T-Roc   This is a car that can match your confidence and make you...

On the Couch with Local Law Firms

We sit down with a few passionate lawyers and attorneys from Umhlanga to learn more about them and their firms.   Margaret Bigby and James Bigby from Woodhead Bigby Attorneys Tell us about Woodhead Bigby Attorneys Woodhead Bigby Inc. is a Durban based firm of attorneys, conveyancers and notaries public. We are siblings, attorneys and co-directors of the firm with our father, Scott Bigby, and six partners. 2021 marks the 100th year of the firm’s...

Schools in 2021

Featured image: Durban Girls’ College   Schools have had to adapt to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic, and they’ve done an amazing job! We find out more about some of our schools on the East Coast and look at what the new year holds for them.   Clifton School Established in 1924, Clifton is an independent boys’ school in Durban from Grade R to Grade 12. Clifton provides an educational environment that is designed to...