Going For Gold
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Going For Gold

The Midlands MagazineAugust 15, 2024

 Excellent academics, rising sports stars and talented artists, our local schools are filled with young individuals who grab opportunities that come their way and truly excel. Brunton from Michaelhouse is certainly one of them.   Meet Brunton Bigalke, a Grade 11 student at Michaelhouse. He is an avid sportsman and outdoor enthusiast, with a special interest in hockey, hunting, fishing and waterskiing. He is also busy completing the Gold Level of The President’s Award.  ...

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The Johnson Family
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The Johnson Family

The Midlands MagazineAugust 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 Nottingham Road. The Midlands has always been a popular destination for families to lay down their roots, which was exactly what they did nearly four years ago when they moved from the North Coast to the countryside.    In 2020, the family spent the lockdown period with Louisa’s...

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A Remarkable Community
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A Remarkable Community

The Midlands MagazineAugust 14, 2024

Picturesque St John’s Village Lifestyle & Retirement Country Estate is drawing a diverse array of residents seeking a gentler pace of life. This estate has become a haven for retirees, returnees, young families and creative professionals, all united by a desire for a more self-sufficient and fulfilling lifestyle.   The community is a tapestry of rich histories and engaging personalities. Many of the residents, third or fourth-generation farmers from the Midlands, delight in regaling the...

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My Story: Nicola Hadfield
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My Story: Nicola Hadfield

The Midlands MagazineMarch 28, 2024

A multi-award-winning South African designer, entrepreneur and Notties resident, Nicola Hadfield shares how far she’s come in her successful decades-long career, what inspires her, and what she’s working on next.   Tell us a bit about yourself and your amazing career My love for the interior design industry evolved over time. Because I could manage this career working from home as a single mum, I was able to create my own timetable to ensure my...

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Escape to the Berg
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Escape to the Berg

The Midlands MagazineJanuary 3, 2024

If you want to venture out of your daily surroundings but still stay close to home, why not adventure to Underberg? Around an hour and a half drive from Howick, it’s a beautiful area to explore. If you’re not sure where to visit or what to do, we share a few fun activities and accommodation and foodie spots you must try – the ultimate traveller’s guide!   Even if you are familiar with Underberg, you...

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More Than a Lifeline
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More Than a Lifeline

The Midlands MagazineJanuary 3, 2024

In the picturesque town of Howick, a remarkable venture took its first breath on 15 September 2017. St Michael’s Ambulance Service emerged, not as a mere emergency response unit but as a holistic healthcare initiative aimed at serving the Midlands community. From its inception, the organisation has blended cutting-edge technology with heartfelt compassion, setting a new standard for private ambulance services.   St Michael’s headquarters, often referred to as a “Home Away from Home”, reflects...

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The South African Night Sky
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The South African Night Sky

The Midlands MagazineJanuary 3, 2024

Everyone loves a good sunrise or sunset, watching in awe as the sky changes colours, but have you ever taken a moment to look up at the night sky?   I remember, back in Grade 7, for one of our activities on our excursion camp, we were taken for a walk up to an opening. After the camp leader told us to turn off our torches and look up, the sky lit up with stars....

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All Aboard!
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All Aboard!

The Midlands MagazineJanuary 3, 2024

The history of the Hilton Train Station is an interesting one, and one that doesn’t get enough appreciation. The property still belongs to Transnet, who reportedly did not have the funding to keep it maintained, so after a committee was formed by the local community, efforts were made to see what was possible with this historical beauty! Its heritage is now preserved by Hilton Steam Heritage Association, which started in April 2011. The abandoned, dilapidated...

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A St John’s Village Way of Life
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A St John’s Village Way of Life

The Midlands MagazineJanuary 3, 2024

Today’s chaotic world of traffic, deadlines and ever-expanding to-do lists often leave us feeling as if we are constantly racing against the clock. We believe that a change is the needed remedy.    However, most people fight change because it means exchanging old and comfortable familiar habits for the unknown and the uncertain. Moving to a new home, or to a new town, always requires significant change. This can be daunting, but it doesn’t have...

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Fabstuff November/December 2023
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Fabstuff November/December 2023

The Midlands MagazineJanuary 3, 2024

FitFlop: F-Mode Chelsea Flatform The latest addition to FitFlop’s collection is the F-Mode Chelsea Flatform: a line of shoes that incorporates cutting-edge advancements in cushioning and support. FitFlop aims to take comfort to new heights, ensuring that every step you take is not only fashionable but also a pleasurable experience. Retail price is R3999 www.fitflop.co.za   Fairview: Goats Do Roam Red Blend 2021    This wine is a dream with rich, Mediterranean-style food as well...

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