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our solution for local economic growth the original : published 20 april 2020 Let’s gather all the Visionaries Let’s encourage the Entrepreneurs Lets lead the development of a Community grounded in Local Ownership Let’s lead the development of a Community grounded in Sustainable Farming and Fresh Produce Let’s acknowledge the power of Collaboration supporting local […]
Ed’s Note (Food & Fun) | by Kirsty Hooper Southport Beach-photo by Amelia Bodenstein Ed’s Notes : Food and Fun Series 2 Welcome to the next chapter of the magic that we’re building together on the South Coast, a Digital Magazine that isn’t just about Food and Fun, but about community, connection, and remembering who we […]
THE FEEL-GOOD GUIDE TO SMART LIVING ON THE SOUTH COAST A huge thank you to the NSRI for this simple, life-saving rip-current guide.If you ever get caught in a rip, don’t fight it, stay calm, float, and let the current carry you out until you can swim safely to the side. Our coastline is magic, […]
The New South Coast Story | Pat Symcox & Stephen Herbst Pat Symcox – flying the flag for RE/MAX Coast & Country and the continued rise of the South Coast. The New South Coast Story The South Coast is entering its most promising era in decades. We asked two of the most powerful South Coast […]
The South coast’s burger Favourites Every December on the South Coast has its own personality. Some years it’s about the beaches. Some years it’s about the markets. This year? It’s about the burgers. The locals on Hibiscus Coast Seconds made sure of that. One HCS post turned into a full-blown list of “you haven’t lived […]
MY SOUTH COAST MINUTE SPONSORED BY COFFEE’KIE UVONGO Your favourite moments. Your favourite coast. Your story, stitched into one minute of magic. Your coast. Your lens. Your story. A South Coast Mini Film Fest Some places are pretty, but the South Coast? it’s alive. It’s the roar of the ocean, loud enough to drown out your […]
The Kind Driver Challenge A small kindness on the road can change the whole mood of the South Coast. This month’s challenge invites locals to drive with patience, courtesy and that classic ‘after you’ energy that makes our community feel human. The Kind Driver Challenge A small kindness on the road can change the whole […]
𝗧hat HCS moment when kindness comes back around Nestled next to the tranquil Mpanjati Nature Reserve, Trafalgar Beach is a true gem of the South Coast. With its warm, inviting waters, it’s a popular spot for year-round swimming and relaxation. Lifeguards are on duty all year to ensure safety, and its wide, sandy shores make […]
The South Coast enters a new era as 15 beachfront properties are handed to the KZN Department of Public Works. The move ends years of lease uncertainty, paving the way for local business growth, job creation, and renewed tourism , with iconic venues like Mariners in Southbroom poised for revival.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶n Nestled next to the tranquil Mpanjati Nature Reserve, Trafalgar Beach is a true gem of the South Coast. With its warm, inviting waters, it’s a popular spot for year-round swimming and relaxation. Lifeguards are on duty all year to ensure safety, and its wide, sandy shores […]
Meet Chef Saran – The Heart Behind Thai-Licious Imagine This… When you walk into Thai-Licious in Shelly Beach, you’re not just entering a restaurant, you’re stepping into the heart of a woman whose journey is steeped in resilience, tradition, and love. Chef Saran Winters didn’t grow up imagining herself on the South Coast of South […]
🔥 The Journey of a Wave Chaser Turned Ocean Photographer Before he was capturing the heartbeat of the ocean through a camera lens, he was riding its pulse himself , carving through waves, chasing swells, and living for the next perfect break. Surfing wasn’t just a sport. It was life. But when a sudden injury […]
🔥Meet the Orca with a mission – Tweni’s Newest Recycling Hero There’s something magnificent rising above Tweni Beach’s top-level parking – and no, it’s not just the view. It’s a shimmering, wire-framed orca with one clear message: “Feed me bottles, not rubbish.” Thanks to the vision and generosity of Peter Horlock and the local surf […]
Vote Pennington as Kwêla Dorp van die Jaar and help us shine! There’s a small town on the South Coast that’s making big waves – and no, we’re not just talking about the ocean. Pennington, a coastal paradise that’s as warm in spirit as it is in climate, has officially been nominated for Kwêla’s Dorp […]
🔥 From Broken to Beautiful -local Artist How one discarded piece of driftwood became a turning point, and how art keeps saving lives in the quietest ways Most people see driftwood and step over it, Manfred picked it up and saw a duck. But this isn’t just about wood, or a duck, or even art. […]
🌴 Flip through the latest Food & Fun Mag – it’s got coastal charm, secret spots, and cheeky deals waiting…
🌴 Flip through the latest Food & Fun Mag – it’s got coastal charm, secret spots, and cheeky deals waiting
When Strangers Become a Sunday Table Imagine This… It all began with one quiet post, no name attached, no big announcement, no campaign to share, just a message from someone in the Hibiscus Coast Seconds group who had seen enough of the struggle around them and couldn’t sit back any longer, someone who simply offered […]
More Than Just a Lost Phone , A Reminder That People Still Show Up Imagine This… You know how some stories just sneak up on your heart and remind you that even when the world feels a little heavy, there are still people out there who show up in the most unexpected, beautiful ways, that’s […]
Paul de Beer is on fire 🔥 Imagine This… Chery Technician of the Year 2025. Mitsubishi Champion 2024. Two crowns. Two countries. One unforgettable journey. There are moments that remind you what quiet excellence really looks like, the kind that doesn’t need a spotlight to prove itself, because its work speaks volumes, and when the […]