Bejewelled
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Bejewelled

The UmhlangaMarch 6, 2023

The NJR Story   As many success stories go, Umhlanga’s Nirmala Chetty’s ascent to owning her own jewellery brand and store began with humble beginnings. Chetty’s three-decade journey of entrepreneurship is a testament to her persistence, diligence, faith and kindness, as both a businesswoman and one of KwaZulu-Natal’s foremost female business owners.   Her journey in the world of jewellery began in Johannesburg in 1988, when she joined the local division of a large US-based...

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Gateway Goes Full-On Festive For Its 21st Birthday
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Gateway Goes Full-On Festive For Its 21st Birthday

The UmhlangaSeptember 19, 2022

Twenty-one years after opening, in September 2001, Gateway stands proud on Umhlanga Ridge, attracting thousands of visitors every day and providing a world-class shopping and entertainment experience.   “Gateway caused a sensation when it opened,” says General Manager, Feysel Potgieter. “There was nothing like it in the country. It was somewhere you could shop and stay the whole day, into the evening, having a good time.”   As part of an integrated plan, the mall...

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The Leading Lady
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The Leading Lady

The UmhlangaAugust 22, 2022

“Be brave, be bold and become.”   Sara Nayager is a daughter, sister, wife, mother, leader and phenomenal woman. She is also the Regional General Manager for Netcare Hospitals across KwaZulu-Natal. Always looking to grow herself and what she knows, Sara strives to learn, share, know, do and, most of all, be more in every aspect of her life. Sara shares that her dad has significantly influenced her life: “My dad taught me never to...

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The ECR House + Garden Show Returns
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The ECR House + Garden Show Returns

The UmhlangaJuly 5, 2022

CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF CREATIVE SPACES   The East Coast Radio House + Garden Show is back and will be celebrated its 40th birthday bash in carnival style. This memorable event toasted to four successful decades of creative spaces that have led the way locally in inspiration, innovation, entertainment and craftmanship.  Themed “Celebrating 40 years of creative spaces”, the East Coast Radio House + Garden Show  returned to the Durban Exhibition Centre from 24 June...

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This Is How We Brew It
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This Is How We Brew It

The UmhlangaJuly 5, 2022

Time for a guys’ night out, but where? We have found a few spots for you and the guys to enjoy a cold one and indulge in great food.   The Beach House This gem of the Umhlanga Village is dedicated to the days when misfits and vagabond travellers roamed the rugged South African coastline searching for waves. It is a fitting homage to Durban surf culture. It’s coastal cooking at its best, with a...

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Personalised Real Estate
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Personalised Real Estate

The UmhlangaJune 9, 2022

Two real estate agencies merge and combine their efforts to improve the concept and perception of home and comfortable living. Blueprint Realty has announced its merger with LIVE Real Estate as a step into the future. They are committed to being a real estate agency with a thorough understanding of what it takes to help clients find their homes, and their track record for going beyond the call of duty speaks for itself.   This...

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Local Paradise
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Local Paradise

The UmhlangaMay 20, 2022

Take a deep breath of ocean air, soak in the sun and enjoy some #goodtimesandtanlines at the Surf Motel. As you step foot into the Surf Motel, your mind flatlines and starts to play “Island in the Sun” by Weezer. I’m not kidding. The Surf Motel brand and concept was established in 2017, taking an outdated holiday accommodation and breathed a fresh, cool, modern surf look and feel. The motel fits its beach theme. Not...

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Wanderlust
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Wanderlust

The UmhlangaMay 19, 2022

Most people don’t know of the true beauty that the Garden Route of South Africa has to offer. Local travel enthusiast couple, did the ultimate Garden Route road trip, and we get to read first-hand of their beautiful adventure. Wanderlust (noun): a strong desire to travel. Say hello to this fantastic couple from Umhlanga! Nick and Shelley are both 30-somethings with a massive love for travel. Whether it’s down the road from where they live...

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On the Couch with Local Law Firms
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On the Couch with Local Law Firms

The UmhlangaFebruary 12, 2021

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...

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It’s Time to Travel | Travel SA Magazine
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It’s Time to Travel | Travel SA Magazine

The UmhlangaDecember 17, 2020

Cover image: Emdoneni Lodge   TRAVEL SA brings you a snippet of what is to come in their December mag. There is a desire and real need for most people to “get away” from time to time. In this spread, we hope to spark some interest and options for future travel bookings. We do have amazing bush, beach and Berg options right here in KZN, so why not take advantage of that and travel locally...

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