Your Ideal Community Awaits
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Your Ideal Community Awaits

The Midlands MagazineOctober 29, 2024

New developments to meet all your needs. Whether you’re a young family, a retired couple seeking care, or an outdoor enthusiast—the Midlands has it all! From eco-estates and lifestyle centres to private healthcare and new shopping development, everything is within reach. Multigenerational Living St John’s Village Lifestyle & Retirement Country Estate in Howick, KZN, embodies the concept of “community-first” living by harmonising nature with the built environment. The Estate integrates green spaces, wetland areas, parks,...

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Salt Slab – Texas Charm in Midlands
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Salt Slab – Texas Charm in Midlands

The Midlands MagazineOctober 28, 2024

Alright alright alright! As Matthew McConaughey would say! The Salt Slab is a GREEN LIGHT! All the way! Now having lived in Texas for almost two years on and off, and experienced some of the best authentic BBQ in Dallas and Austen, the Scott clan were super excited to experience Texas BBQ in the Midlands! We arrived on opening day and as expected at any good BBQ joint, stood in line and waited to get...

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Saddle Up & Wind Down
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Saddle Up & Wind Down

The Midlands MagazineOctober 28, 2024

We spent a weekend in the mountains, snuggling by a fire under the stars, and waking up to a true country living at Khotso Lodge & Horse Trails. As the year speeds to a close, faster than we care to admit, it’s worth taking a moment to escape and reflect on the months that have passed. A weekend getaway to the great outdoors offers the perfect opportunity, and I was fortunate enough to do just...

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Exploring Inland – A Traveller’s Guide to uMnambithi(Ladysmith)
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Exploring Inland – A Traveller’s Guide to uMnambithi(Ladysmith)

The Midlands MagazineAugust 19, 2024

uMnambithi (Ladysmith) is just under a two-hour drive from Howick and offers a historical getaway. It was initially named the Republic of Klip River, then Windsor, then Ladysmith – named after Sir Harry Smith’s Spanish wife in 1850. Known for being instrumental during The South African War, uMnambithi is a go-to if you want to get a feel for our South African past. A perfect place for an overnight stay or a longer adventure, here...

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The Art of Baking
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The Art of Baking

The Midlands MagazineAugust 16, 2024

Miche Bakehouse opened its doors here in the Midlands on 1 October 2021, by Dave and Lyndsay Goncalves. Its inception was during the lockdown period when they spent time baking sourdough bread in Lyndsay’s mom’s kitchen all the way in Johannesburg. Little did they know this would end up being something they loved, from the process to the taste, they delved into different recipes and techniques, and a new business was on the rise. They...

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Staying Suave
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Staying Suave

The Midlands MagazineAugust 16, 2024

While the Midlands makes up the beautiful countryside of KwaZulu-Natal and is surrounded by farms, it might inform a particular type of dressing trend for men that is attributed to the outdoors and farming, but men don’t have to feel limited in their looks because of this. Who says you can’t dress up in the country? While it’s not one of the world’s fashion hubs, our little countryside nook of the world has a few...

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Discovering Fordoun – An Oasis of Tranquillity
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Discovering Fordoun – An Oasis of Tranquillity

The Midlands MagazineAugust 15, 2024

Fordoun Hotel and Spa is a little (not so little) piece of heaven that is one of the most relaxing spots we’ve ever experienced! After being welcomed by the super efficient and friendly staff, we were quickly shown to room number three. What a view! The rooms are large and comfortable with a full bathroom en-suite, which is ideal for a person who loves to relax in a bath. The hotel comprises 22 luxurious, comfortable,...

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Smart, Stylish & Sustainable
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Smart, Stylish & Sustainable

The Midlands MagazineAugust 15, 2024

The Volvo XC40 Recharge redefines what it means to drive sustainably without compromising on performance or luxury. With a clean design and power to match, this fully electric compact SUV offers an electrifying driving experience that’s both thrilling and eco-conscious.   When I walked into the premier Volvo Pietermaritzburg dealership, I was instantly drawn to the XC40 Recharge’s bold and modern design. With sleek lines and distinctive LED headlights, it exudes sophistication and style. The...

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Weathering Winter
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Weathering Winter

The Midlands MagazineAugust 15, 2024

Healing Earth Transformative Wellness at Braham Hills Healing Earth Transformative Wellness at Braham Hills is an African brand that offers a range of natural products to support your skin during the colder Midlands months when dehydration and dryness are common.    Healing Earth’s newly launched ProGlow Cleansing Balm is a highly recommended cleanser enriched with shea butter, jojoba and sweet almond (which adds deeper nourishment) and neroli, ensuring clearer skin. Their Vitamin C & Hyaluronic...

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Old Halliwell – A Local Landmark
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Old Halliwell – A Local Landmark

The Midlands MagazineAugust 15, 2024

It’s no surprise that the Midlands rests on a foundation filled with history and memories, from Nottingham Road and Fort Nottingham to Karkloof, Dargle and Curry’s Post, to name a few. One of these monuments includes the Old Halliwell Inn. It is over a century old, built between 1837 and 1840, and had its beginnings as a farmhouse. This was when the Voortrekkers entered these local areas in the mid-1830s. The Boers who lived in...

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