Family

14 stories

by The Midlands Writer · March 5, 2026

Asmalls is one of KwaZulu-Natal’s oldest family-run companies. Deeply rooted in their commitment to serve the community with products and se…

by The Midlands Writer · January 23, 2026

We spoke to people across different schools and generations to understand what keeps educational traditions alive. In the KwaZulu-Natal Midl…

by The Midlands Writer · November 13, 2025

As the Christmas holidays roll in, so does the never-ending supply of energy from little ones, eager to explore and have fun. While the fest…

by The Midlands Writer · November 12, 2025

Celebration mode commences at this time of year, with public events, markets, and live performances – making the most of the extra daylight.…

by The Midlands Writer · March 18, 2025

Originally from Johannesburg, the Manley family moved to Winterskloof, Hilton, at the end of 2001, when Mark Manley started work in Pieterma…

by The Midlands Writer · January 15, 2025

Sean Moffatt, Co-Principal of Seeff Midlands and Seeff Pietermaritzburg tells us more about this family-focused lifestyle precinct that capt…

by The Midlands Writer · October 24, 2024

For any Midlands locals, even those who visit from far away, you’ll probably be familiar with Fordoun Hotel and Spa in Nottingham Road. It’s…

by The Midlands Writer · August 15, 2024

Meet the Johnson family of four, Tim, Louisa and their two sons, Todd (13 years old) and Angus (10 years old), who live in Gowrie Village in…

by The Midlands Writer · August 15, 2024

Charles and Michael Webster Tell us more about how you started your band, Father & Son Michael (son) and I (Charles/dad) have been playin…

by The Midlands Writer · May 16, 2023

Meet a wonderful family who excels in always staying true to their health and well-being, respects the earth we live and walk on, and provid…

by The Midlands Writer · January 6, 2023

We look at how the Wood family went from owning a cow in their garden Essenwood Farm. I wake like clockwork, at 4:30 each morning, and head …

by The Midlands Writer · August 1, 2022

We introduce the Crooks family, who are cornerstones of the community, and actively building, curating, and designing their lives through th…