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Life is Beautiful on the North Coast
SHARING THE LOVE Featuring Radio Life & Style – the Voice of Ballito
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adio Life & Style has got a lot of people talking. We have had over a hundred guests sharing their expertise, opinions or simply sending greetings on the airwaves over our first two months of broadcasting. The human voice is the one instrument we all can play. It creates the most powerful sounds in the world capable of starting wars or inspiring great acts of love and sacrifice. And yet many people have the experience that when they speak, people don't listen to them. This is because we often default to the six deadly sins of speaking when we engage with others and this significantly diminishes what we say. This is not an exhaustive list, but these are, I think, some of the most destructive habits that we can fall into.
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But if we recognise them for what they are, we can take measures to change the way we communicate to become altogether more positive influences in the world. First on the list is gossip or speaking ill of somebody who's not present and able to defend themselves. It’s not a nice habit, and it’s a safe bet that the person we are gossiping with, will be gossiping about us later. Second is judging or criticising because it makes us feel better by comparison. We know people who are like this in conversation, and it's very hard to listen to somebody if you know that you're being judged and found wanting at the same time. Third is negativity. It’s so easy to fall into this habit and it’s a hard one to break. One form of negativity is constant complaining. This has almost become our national sport, depending on who you are talking to. We complain about the government, about sport, about crime, about service, but actually complaining is viral misery. It perpetuates the feeling of hopelessness in the world. Another habit we are easily sucked in to, is finding excuses to explain why we are not doing what we know we should be doing to make us happy. It’s so easy to blame circumstances beyond our control or other people for everything that’s wrong with the world instead of accepting responsibility for taking control of our lives. We almost enjoy playing the victim in the hope of finding a little sympathy or what we perceive as acceptance – we are all in this together we think…it makes us feel safer…but it really shouldn’t! The fifth of the six deadly sins of speaking is exaggeration. Exaggeration is really just another form of lying, and no one wants to listen to people that we know are lying to us. And the last of the six is dogmatism, the confusion of facts with opinions. When somebody is bombarding you with their opinions as if they were true it’s really difficult to listen to them. So these are things I think we would do really well to avoid and they aren’t that difficult to come to terms with because there are four really powerful propositions that we
• Don’t plan the future by the past. • Give confidence to others. • Create peace in your own life. • Let go of pain, fear and insecurity. • Be yourself. • Immerse yourself in all there is to see, hear and smell right now. • Practise goodness. • Always expect the best and be prepared for the worst. • Have an open mind. • Good deeds are immortal.
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can use to make a positive impact when we communicate. Honesty or being truthful in what you say is a good start, as is authenticity - just being yourself. Integrity or doing what you say, and being somebody people can trust is another antidote to the six deadly sins and finally, the most powerful proposition of them all is kindness.
Beginning today, treat everyone you meet as if they were going to be dead by midnight. Extend to them all the care, kindness and understanding you can muster, and do it with no thought of any reward. Your life will never be the same again. Og Mandino For the best feel good music on the planet plus info you can use to make a difference, tune in to Radio Life & Style on 88.0FM in the Ballito area or listen to us anywhere in the world via our website www.lifeandstyle.fm. You will soon be able to download our Radio Life & Style app from the Google Playstore and the Apple App Store for your phone or tablet or any other digital device to make it really easy to connect to the Voice of Ballito! WATCH THIS SPACE... Welcome to another edition of Life & Style.
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2015 has started with a bang, and only 7 weeks into the new year, Ashton has achieved excellence in Academics, Sport and Culture. With 100% pass rates in the Cambridge International General Certificate in Secondary Education (IGCSE), the Independent Examinations Board Matric Finals and the Cambridge Primary Checkpoint examinations, it was time to apply the same level of excellence to the sport and cultural fronts. The Senior College has won every league gala this season, and went on to impress Kings Park by winning the D&D A League Co-ed Gala convincingly by 32 points, with Crawford La Lucia 2nd, Thomas More 3rd, ahead of Grantleigh, Amanzimtoti, St Henry’s, Kloof High, Hillcrest, Kingsway and South City. For the first time the entire Senior College travelled to Kings Park and the spirit and support, singing and cheering was a display of true heart, spirit, character and courage. The Junior College followed a week later when they finished 3rd overall in their B league D&D Gala, with their u13 girls breaking two records. For our 1st team rugby boys, a dream is about to come true. They will be playing the curtain raiser for the Sharks vs Chiefs Super 15 clash,
at Kings Park on 21 March at 17h05. Ashton’s 1st team will play against Crawford La Lucia, and our boys will be playing in blue jerseys as Ashton stands together to create an awareness of Autism to emphasise the “Light it up blue” campaign. Our Open Day for the Grace Wing at Ashton, which caters for students from 3 – 6years on the autism spectrum, will be held on 20 March from 13h00 – 16h00. On the cultural side, Ashton extends a cordial invitation to our Dolphin Coast families to join us in the Grace Hall for the musical production, ‘The Witness’. This is a combined production by our Junior and Senior College choirs, musicians and staff, as we celebrate our Christian ethos and share the story of the life of Jesus. Entrance will be free of charge, but it is essential to book seats and collect tickets from Ashton’s reception. The performances will be held on Tuesday, 24 March and Wednesday 25 March at 17h30 for 18h00. Our official Open days earlier this month, were a great success and we are looking forward to many new families joining us in 2016. Our doors are always open for those still wishing to visit our campus – we look forward to welcoming you to our Ashton family.
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nominal reductions in the tax rates have generally been just enough to offset inflationary pressures. This year, however, anyone earning over R450 000 p.a will pay more tax in the year ahead. Those earning under R450 000 will experience marginal decreases and those with a salary of R181 900 or less, will be the only ones who will experience any inflationary relief from tax cuts. Be that as it may, there are a few
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2) Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSA)
This is probably the most favourable part of the budget speech and should be considered by every investor. Some of the most important points follow:
• Contributions are subject to an annual limit of R30 000 and a lifetime limit of R500 000. • Investment returns, growth and payouts will be tax free. • Investors can disinvest at any time from their tax-free savings. • Any contribution in excess of the limits will attract a penalty of 40% from SARS. 3) Income Disability Products
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FOCUS ON THE LAW Michelle Kruger – ATTORNEY AT LAW CEO, KRUGER ATTORNEYS WHEN YOU HAVE BOUGHT YOUR DREAM HOME, OR IDEAL INVESTMENT PROPERTY, YOUR INITIAL EXCITEMENT MAY BE SHORT LIVED AND MAY BE INSTANTLY REPLACED BY EXTREME ANXIETY WHEN YOU REALISE THE TRUE CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY (AND THE DEFECTS THEREOF) ON CLOSER INSPECTION OR ON OCCUPATION. YOU HAVE SIGNED AN OFFER TO PURCHASE OR WORSE – TAKEN TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTY! WHAT CAN YOU DO? The Consumer Protection Act, “voetstoots” & property sales If you of thinking of buying or selling property? The Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 (CPA) may apply to your transaction and it has many legal implications in all fields. This article deals with some of the ways it affects property sales. The burning question: Who is liable for defects in the property? One of the most challenging issues that may threaten the successful sale of a property is the condition that the property comes in. While a property is sold Voetstoots (“as is”), there may be an agreement between the parties, reached prior to the parties signing an OTP, whereby the seller undertakes to correct certain defects to the property. The main question however is: “Who bears liability for defects in the property?”. It is not uncommon for the purchaser, after having identified a number of failings or defects in the property, to shift the liability to the seller. There are a number of ways to approach this issue: The following question should be asked: -Is the seller liable for defects in the property? Or might the estate agent, in appropriate circumstances, shoulder this burden? -If the answer to both questions is negative, is it simply the case that, without appropriate insurance, the purchaser takes the property subject to whatever defects it has? These questions need to be considered against the background of the fact that the sale agreement will in most instances contain a “Voetstoots” clause and against the background of any liability imposed by the CPA. It is important to understand the situation with regard to “Voetstoots” clauses. A seller disposing of property in terms of an agreement containing a “voetstoots” clause, provides no warranty in respect of the property and as such liable for neither patent
(visible/current) nor latent (hidden/ future) defects. This situation however, differs from the warranty by a seller at common law (where a “voetstoots” clause is not present). At common law, a seller is not liable for clearly noticeable (“patent”) defects in the thing he sells. The rationale behind this rule is that defects which would (or should) have been spotted through a reasonably careful inspection of the property by the purchaser are to be borne by the purchaser. At common law, the position in respect of hidden (“latent”) defects is different. Where there is a defect in the property that is not visible or noticeable upon a careful inspection, the seller is liable for it. What does this mean when applying it to the agreement? The seller may be called upon to refund part of the purchase price if the defect does not render the property entirely unfit for the purpose but merely makes it less useful; or to accede to the cancellation of the sale if the defect makes the property fundamentally unsuited for its intended purpose. It should be added that the difference between a patent and latent defect is simply a question of fact and degree. On the other hand, a “voetstoots” clause serves to exclude the abovementioned common law liability for latent defects. However, if the seller was aware of a latent defect, a “voetstoots” clause in an agreement of sale does not exclude the seller’s liability. In other words, the seller bears a duty to reveal to the purchaser any latent defects. A LOT HAS BEEN SAID. BE SENSIBLE AND ENSURE THAT YOU GET WHAT YOU ARE PAYING FOR! SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF AN ATTORNEY, PREFERABLY SOMEONE SPECIALISING IN SUCH MATTERS, AS THE CONVEYANCING ATTORNEY DEALING WITH YOUR PROPERTY TRANSFER MAY NOT ASSIST EITHER PARTY when a dispute ARISES.
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How drinking ONE glass of wine improves your looks Booze can make you beautiful - but stay away from that second glass
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t's official. Drinking wine does make you beautiful, even if your companion is sober. Scientists claim that wine and other alcohol can dilate pupils, bring on rosy cheeks and relax facial muscles to make a person appear more approachable. But for someone to look their best, they advise sticking to just one glass. Any more, and rosy cheeks may turn red, while any relaxed facial muscles will start looking unnatural. This is according to a study by Bristol
University who asked 40 students to drink different amounts of alcohol, while their sober companions judged them on appearance. The researchers photographed their faces three times: when sober, after drinking the equivalent of one glass of wine, and after drinking a second alcoholic drink, according to a report by LiveScience. The sober group rated these headshots, which were placed side-by-side for comparison. They saw either a photo of a person sober next to a photo after one drink, or a sober photo next to a photo taken after two drinks. According to the study, the photos taken after one drink were rated as more attractive than the sober photos. After two drinks, students found the sober photo more attractive. 'It suggests that, if it's true, people are rated as more attractive once they've consumed a small amount of alcohol,' the study's senior researcher, Marcus Munafò, told LiveScience. 'But if they go on to consume more alcohol, they're no longer rated as more attractive.' While it's not known exactly why alcohol can improve someone's appearance, the researchers suggest it may be to do with pupil dilation – which can indicate attraction and rapport. Muscle relaxation in the face and rosy cheeks could also be reasons that someone is more attractive after just one
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drink. 'That obviously doesn't mean that alcohol is healthy,' said Professor Munafò. 'What it means is that alcohol is sort of hijacking that mechanism, or promoting the aspects of facial features that we regard as attractive for other reasons.' The researchers conducted the study in a laboratory setting, but they admit that in the real-world, if your companion is also drinking, it's unlikely to matter how many drinks you have had. This they say, is down to the 'beer goggle' effect, which describes how people can find others more attractive after a few drinks. Earlier this year, the same team claimed to prove that beer goggles really do exist. They asked volunteers to look at photos of men, women and landscapes before and after drinking - and in every category alcohol affected their perceptions. The volunteers were divided into two groups - one group drank just one alcoholic drink, while the other drank a non-alcoholic placebo drink. Among the images there were 20 male faces, 20 female faces and 20 landscapes. Researchers said attractiveness ratings were higher for all three image types among the alcohol group compared to the placebo group.
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Radio Life & Style did an awareness activation recently at the Lifestyle Centre with models from Simply Younique in Ballito adding an extra touch of glamour. We will be launching our new app at Valentia Mthembu, Mike Charles another activation this weekend. and Tash Wheal Go to www.lifeandstyle.fm for more details.
Local music sensation, Majozi has made history with no fewer than two tracks on the Radio Life & Style 88.0fm SA Top 10 and one of them is in pole position at number 1 on the charts. He joined Mike Charles and Valencia Mthembu in the studio to celebrate.
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The School Sports Special continues to grow in popularity on as young sports stars Alex Van Der Merwe & Dylan Hulett from local schools join Coach Dave de Vries in studio on Sunday mornings to share their experiences and learn the ropes The new management at Primi Plantation Ballito sent pizza to the studio last week and we think they’re back with a bang! Give them a try and see for yourself…
Dave de Vries' Schools Sports Special with Adelle Schmidt, Tam Bennett and Darryl Scott Afternoon Drive Show co-host, Patricia Malemia celebrated her birthday in studio with Dave Charles last week…hip hip…hooray! Patricia and family helping out at the awareness activation
Mike Fisher from Curro Mt Richmore and young cricket star David Mellors joined Coach Dave de Vries for the Schools Sports Wrap on Sunday morning
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Catch Dustin and Mel on the Decompression Session Weekdays 2- 4pm The Decompression Session is our weekday afternoon show featuring Dustin Scott and Mel Trichard, two popular locals who have become instant deejays. They not only play the best music but they also do a huge amount of good work in the community, raising awareness for worthwhile initiatives and galvanising contributions in cash and kind to help those who need it most. Dustin is an extremely talented graphic designer who runs his own company, Dusted Ink. Most of the really creative posters in Ballito are designed by Dustin as is our Radio Life & Style logo and branding. Mel has just left college where she studied radio and is now freelancing at East Coast Radio as well as presenting her show on Radio Life & Style. We think they are destined for great things so stay tuned and watch them grow!
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7am – 9am: The Morning Drive Show – Mike Charles & Natasha Freeman, with Matt Williams reporting sport, & surf report by Steve “Hasselhoff” Honneysett. Daily traffic updates from Paul Herbst of IPSS Medical Rescue & “The Caught and Not Bought Fishing Report” with Greg Kruger (Mondays and Fridays). 9am – 10am: The Power Hour – Erin Dickson with Security Report with Alpha Security on Tuesdays and special guests (Wellness Feature with Helen Weaver on Wednesdays & Nutrition Feature with dietician Kim Martin on Fridays) 10am – 11am: An Hour of Awesome of Music 11am – 1pm: The Midday Mix 1pm – 2pm: (Mon - Thur) Another Hour of Awesome of Music / (Fridays) School Sports Special with Coach Dave De Vries & special guests 2pm – 4pm: The Decompression Session - Dustin Scott & Mel Trichardt 4pm – 6pm: The Afternoon Drive – Dave Charles, Danielle Fisher & Patricia Malemia, with surf report by Steve “The Hoff” Honneysett, traffic updates from Paul Herbst of IPSS Medical Rescue, & sport updates with Mike Van Buuren (Mondays and Fridays) 6pm Onwards: Nothing But Great Music…
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A local film crew making a documentary about two British snake handlers spent time in the studio filming the pair on the Decompression Session
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The smartwatch finally becomes stylish! Huawei launches luxurious Android wearable with built-in heart rate monitor and barometer
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umours about Huawei’s fitness band and headphones leaked before this year’s Mobile World Congress, but one wearable that surprised many was its first smartwatch. The Huawei Watch is powered by Android Wear, has a 1.4-inch touchscreen and comes with a built-in heart rate monitor. The crown, frame and hinge are made of scratchresistant stainless steel and there will be 40 watch faces to choose from when it launches. The watch will be available later this year across Europe, Asia and the US although the exact date and price information hasn't been announced. Huawei has a range of wearables including the TalkBand B1, the new B2 and the N1 headphones but this is the Chinese firm’s first smart watch. The 1.4-inch display has a resolution of 400 x 400 pixels, giving it a 286 pixel-per-inch density. By comparison, the Moto 360 which also has a circular screen and has a PPI of 205. PPI is an indicator of image sharpness, clarity and colour and the higher the number, the better. Huawei’s watch pairs with any Android phone running 4.3 and above. Once connected, notifications received on the phone are also shown on the watch including texts, emails, meetings, calls and Facebook posts, and more. It runs on a Qualcomm 1.2GHz processor, includes 4GB of storage, 512MB of RAM and is Bluetooth enabled. And in addition to the heart rate monitor, the watch has six-axis motion sensor and barometer that automatically detects and tracks in real-time if a user is walking, running, biking, hiking or sleeping. Specifically, users can monitor the number of calories burned, heart rate, climbing height, steps taken, and distance travelled. ‘We have responded to consumers’ requests from around the world asking for a smartwatch featuring a timeless design that is truly smart from within,’ said
Richard Yu, chief executive of Huawei Consumer Business Group. ‘As the first smartwatch in our expanding line of premium wearable products, the Huawei Watch was designed and created to enhance and be part of the consumer’s everyday lives.’ Huawei continued the watch is made using 130 components and the steel is what’s known as ‘coldforged’ making it 40 per cent stronger than standard steel. When the watch goes on sale it will be available in gold, silver and black and will have an interchangeable strap. The firm didn’t reveal battery life details but said it would charge wirelessly on a magnetic charging station that will ship with the device. Huawei Watch will be available in more than 20 countries including United States, United Kingdom, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, Norway, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates. Exact availability and pricing is expected to be announced at a future date in each of these regions separately. Stephen Ebbett, global director of gadget insurer Protect Your Bubble told MailOnline: ‘2015 is set to be the biggest year yet for high-tech wrist candy, and Huawei’s smart watch is one of the most beautiful so far, if chunky timepieces are your thing. ‘Its sapphire crystal screen, 40 watch faces, and a rather classy optional leather strap make it all too easy to forget that it’s what’s inside that really counts. ‘4GB of internal storage and 512MB of RAM are rumoured to be exactly what the Apple Watch will offer. ‘It looks as though we already have an Apple Watch killer, or at least an arch nemesis powered by Android, on the scene.’
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etworking has different meanings to different people, ranging from IT multiple computer solutions to attending an event and trying to strike up a business conversation with someone you don’t know. At these events, we try to gravitate towards people of like-mind, but all too often it ends up being a waste of time. We ultimately find ourselves steering clear of these gatherings all together, but it does not have to be this way… If we could find a way to showcase our value upfront, build a meaningful business relationship and allow both parties to benefit, it would all be worth it. In fact, finding just one of these contacts would get us back onto the networking circuit with newfound energy. Here are a few pointers to help turn these networking events (in all their various forms) into viable business activities:
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Have a plan. Figure out what you want to accomplish from your networking activities and go about achieving it, one contact at a time. If networking is part of your ongoing business actions (as it should be) then a comprehensive plan is critical
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Ask, don’t tell. People like to speak about themselves – it is their favourite subject! By asking open ended questions, you control the conversation and you are also gathering the most amount of information. On the other hand, the person speaking feels as if they are in control because they are doing the talking and they will enjoy the fact that you are more of a listener – a rare quality these days.
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Help them first. From the get-go try to gather information about what they do. Then align your business offerings to theirs and see if there is a fit for you to help them achieve more business. This might be through a service provider you do business with or simply another person you have connected with in the room. By helping them first, you fast-track the relationship and establish yourself as a problem solver, rather than a product pusher.
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Stick to the golden rule. Ask for nothing, give them something of value and leave before you are expected to. As basic as this might seem, few people stick to
this rule when networking. Note that a business card is not something of value that you are giving them. In fact, never give a business card unless you are asked for it.
of a win-win for both parties. Don’t waste time on contacts that do not commit to what they say they will do. Either they do not see the value or they are not motivated enough by this “give to get” relationship.
Be authentic. In a slick world where everyone is trying so hard to become Teflon coated, being real or true to yourself is often noticed by the observer and appreciated as being refreshing.
Find a balance. Be sure to find a balance of connections, connectors and friends. Some people will do business with you and others will be better at connecting you to people that want to do business with you. Fill your network with both for maximum impact.
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What you progressively do within your network will make a difference not only to your future, but to the future of those you are engaging. It has been said that your network is your net worth!
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thicken nicely and have the same effect as mulching. There is such a wide range of ground covers available, suitable for every situation from full sun to deep shade. Please don’t short change your garden when it comes to nutrients. Every six weeks with granular fertilizer and every week or two with a foliar feed on your perennial plants. To apply granular fertilizer, you need to keep a beady eye on the weather and when you can see good rain is likely to fall, that’s
the time you hasten outside and get cracking. And I speak from experience. My little bit of heaven was planted in the first week of December 2014 so is now just on 3 months old and you would think it was planted 2 years ago. We do have the benefit of grey water but nutrients are applied regularly and the results are worth every bit of effort. So, dear Gardener, don’t despair. The rain will come, Hazelmere will eventually filland it will Fabulous Gardening at Driefontein up be all systems Bring this advert to Driefontein go. Until then, visit your local Garden centre to qualify for a nurseries and 10% discount. offer expires delight in the 31 March 2015 SITUATED AT THE LITCHI ORCHARD vast range of plants suitable for the present conditions.
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Your all-electric car may not be so green: Researchers say electricity generated by coal plants can cause MORE pollution than simply using gasoline People who own all-electric cars where coal generates the power may think they are helping the environment. But a new study finds their vehicles actually make the air dirtier, worsening global warming. The controversial study raises major questions over the future of 'green' cars. 'Unfortunately, when a wire is connected to an electric vehicle at one end and a coal-fired power plant
at the other end, the environmental consequences are worse than driving a normal gasoline-powered car,' said Ken Caldeira of the Carnegie Institution for Science, who wasn't part of the study but praised it. Driving vehicles that use electricity from renewable energy instead of gasoline could reduce the resulting deaths due to air pollution by 70 percent, it concluded. Ethanol isn't so green, either, the researchers claimed.
'It's kind of hard to beat gasoline' for public and environmental health, said study co-author Julian Marshall, an engineering professor at the University of Minnesota. 'A lot of the technologies that we think of as being clean ... are not better than gasoline.' The key is where the source of the electricity all-electric cars. If it comes from coal, the electric cars produce 3.6 times more soot and smog deaths than gas, because
to motorists. The MoDe:Me e-bike – built with the help of bicycle manufacturer Dahon - is designed for commuters ‘to keep moving in congested city traffic’. It folds and stows easily, allowing commuters to park outside the city, for example, take the e-bike onto public transport and travel to the centre, then ride the e-bike to their destination. Meanwhile, the MoDe:Pro e-bike – built by a Ford team – is intended for commercial use by couriers, electricians, and goods and delivery services. It is designed to stow safely into commercial vehicles which can act as carrier and support vehicle, and be combined with more than one e-bike. Both prototypes work with an called MoDe:Link, which is currently only compatible with the iPhone 6. This app acts as a sat-nav and sends vibrations to the handlebars so the rider knows when to change direction. Turn signals are then triggered automatically for safety. The app also finds bike-friendly roads, hazards and alerts, and could ‘communicate’ with
other vehicles. Its multimodal navigation and smart routing lets riders filter journeys based on cost, time, and the amount of cycling required, compared to driving. This map also shows the weather, parking costs and charging stations. The electric pedal assist rate can be adjusted based on a cyclist's heart rate and includes a ‘No Sweat’ mode that takes over when requested, meaning the rider can cool down before arriving at their destination. ‘There are so many ways to get around a city, but what is really needed is a way to connect all of these transport options together,’ said Ken Washington, vice president, Ford Research and Advanced Engineering. ‘Being able to seamlessly move between cars, buses, trains and e-bikes and react to changing traffic situations can make a big difference both for commuters and for those delivering goods, services and healthcare.’ There are no immediate plans to release the bikes but Ford said they will help test alternative transportation ideas.
of the pollution made in generating the electricity, according to the study that is published Monday by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. They also are significantly worse at heat-trapping carbon dioxide that worsens global warming, it found. The study examines environmental costs for cars' entire life cycle, including where power comes from and the environmental effects of building batteries.
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ord may be known for its cars, but at this year’s Mobile World Congress the auto giant also unveiled a pair of electric bikes. Both prototypes are powered by 200-watt motors, fold to fit on a train or in the boot of a car, and with pedal assist, help riders reach speeds of up to 25km/h. The bikes are part of an experiment by Ford called Handle on Mobility, which aims to make journeys safer and more efficient. They are also part of the company's wider Smart Mobility plan, which is designed to make cars and other vehicles more connected. The bikes, called MoDe:Me and MoDe:Pro, are based on designs by Ford employees and take inspiration from technology seen in cars. For example, both bikes are fitted with rear-facing ultrasonic sensors. These sensors link with the handlebars to discreetly alert the rider when a car is about to overtake using subtle vibrations. These handlebars also light up to make the bikes more visible
1. Both the MoDe:Me (pictured) and MoDe:Pro are powered by 200-watt motors, fold to fit on a train or in the boot of a car, and with pedal assist they help riders reach speeds of up to 25km/h. 2. An accompanying app acts as a satnav (pictured) and sends vibrations to the handlebars so the rider knows when to change direction. Turn signals are then triggered automatically for safety 3. It folds and stows easily, allowing commuters to park outside the city, for example, take the e-bike onto public transport or a car and travel to the centre, then ride the e-bike to their destination
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Food
Al Pescatore Italian & Seafood Restorante 032 946 3574 Aurelia’s Restaurant 031 566 2725 Beira Alta Steak & Seafood Restaurant 032 946 2388 BizziB Gourmet Goodies 079 897 0710 Captain Fine’s Fish Factory 032 946 3933 Fego Caffe´ 032 525 5698 Fenshui Chinese Food & Sushi 032 946 1588 Fig Tree Restaurant & Terrace 032 946 5403 Food Matters Gourmet Catering & Events 082 331 5969 Fiamma Grill 032 946 1029 Franco’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria 032 586 3477 Hops Restaurant & Bar 032 946 2896 Jack Salmon Fish & Grill 032 525 4243 Karibu Pub 032 947 0520 La Piazza Continental Cafe/Restaurant 032 946 1527 Lifestyle Spar 032 946 8800 Lifestyle Tops 032 946 3931 MammaG’s Pizza, Pasta Cafe` 032 946 2214 Milk Cafè 032 946 2310 Mozambik 032 946 0979 Mundo Vida Restaurant 031 568 2286 Sandbar Restaurant 031 568 2140 Say Cheese Artisan Cheese & Deli Cafè 032 525 4208 Siggi’s German Restaurant 032 525 7460 Spice Restaurant 032 943 3558 SuperSpar @ Tiffany’s 032 525 8030 Sawagat Curry House 032 586 1384 The Beach Hut 032 586 0123 The Upper Deck Bar & Grill 032 946 1858 The Vineyard on Ballito Pantry 032 946 1204 Tops @Tiffany’s 032 525 8030
Weddings/Events
Bowditch Photography Maverick Tents/Extreme Events Mokka Blooms
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Medical
Alberlito Hospital 032 946 6700 Ballito Medical Centre 032 946 1311 Belinda Perrow Counselling Psychologist 082 829 1787 Dr Lino Cericola Dental Team 032 525 4210 Dr Shoshanna Dunn - Chiropractor 032 586 0104 Dr. Loubser / Dr. Perold - Dentist 032 946 1901 Dr. Ryall A. Hamlyn & Dr. Peter C. Iyavoo 032 946 1333 East Coast Pharmacy 032 946 2731 Intouch Therapy Registered Physiotherapists 032 586 0104 MedExcel Personal & Corporate Wellness 032 586 0944 Medisport Pharmacy 031 561 1227 Sanhall Dental 032 946 3257 Skin Evolution - Your Youthful Solution 032 586 1402 Sports & Therapeutic Massage 032 946 1311
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Home & Decor
A-Z 2nds BeachSand Interiors Beds & More Blinds All of Them - Shutters & Awnings Blu Dot Blinds and Decor
Calisto Kitchens
Civon Interior Solutions Cupboard Value FinFloor
Home Fashion Curtain Shop
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Sugar Plum Interiors Supertrack Shutters Blinds & Curtains The Sandstone Story Tongaat Plants Towel Kingdom Trimwise Pvc & Ziptrack Blinds Umhlali Upholsterers Union Tiles
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Accommodation
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Services
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Fun & Entertainment
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Tuition
Absolute Au Pairs Ashton International College Curro Mount Richmore Edublox Reading & Learning Clinic Imballito Hope College PLG Schools Ballito Academy
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Motoring Audi Centre Umhlanga Ballito Auto Body & Restoration Ballito Car Service Centre Ballito Scratch & Dent Honda Umhlanga Kia Motors Umhlanga Lexus Gateway McCarthy Nissan Gateway McCarthy Toyota Durban North McCarthy Volkswagen Umhlanga Mini SMG Rocks Pre Owned Vehicle Requirements Umhlali Nissan
Motoring
Retail
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Cranberries
Lifestlye Centre Lifestyle Health Musicians Gear Zone One of a Kind Tiffany’s Shopping Centre Watches Unlimited
Pets
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INVITATION TO THE IDP REPRESENTATIVE FORUM MEETING
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notice is hereby given in terms of Chapter 4 of the Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000 (as amended) that kwadukuza Municipality will be having the second IdP Representative Forum meeting as part of the Stakeholders’ Participation in the IdP 2015/16 Review Process. All members of the Representative Forum, public and interested Stakeholders within the municipality are invited to attend the meeting. the details of the meeting are as follows:
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Date: 17 March 2015 (tuesday) Venue: kwadukuza town Hall Time: 09:00 am to 13:00 pm
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Property Brettenwood Coastal Estate Palm Lakes Regency Construction
MN 35/2015
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the matters to be discussed at the Forum are outlined as follows: • Phases of the draft IdP • Issues identified in the IdP Assessment for the 2014/15 financial year by the MEC • MtEF projects • key Alignment Focus Areas for draft IdP 2015/2016. Enquiries regarding the Representative Forum meeting may be directed to director: IdP &Public Participation Ms. L Radebe/ IdP officer Ms. n. Shilenge during normal working hours on (032) 437 5146, email lungisar@kwadukuza.gov.za/ nokwes@kwadukuza.gov.za or via Fax to (032) 551 4513 MR n J MdAkAnE MunICIPAL MAnAGER kWAdukuZA MunICIPALItY
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