Ballito Life & Style Vol 16 Issue 10

BALLITO ISSUE 10

VOL 16

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SMALL GARDENS SORTED

22 May - 4 June 2019

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COUNTDOWN TO THE COMRADES

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SONGBIRD RED ROBYN TAKES FLIGHT

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WAS recently motivated to sit down at a piano again after 15 odd years of not touching an instrument, and I confess, it’s giving me serious food for thought. I was a student of the arts; writing, music, and literature was part of my everyday life. Then being a grown-up got in the way. I started working to relentless print deadlines.

Climbing corporate ladders. I got married. I had two children. They got sick. I got sick. I went into survival mode. And my creativity evaporated into the ether of adulthood.

What to do 24 May – 01 June: Dig this Gig

Zakifo Music Festival is an extended event, running over two weekends with some incredible local and international talent lined up at varying venues from The Winston to the Durban Botanic Gardens.

Catch US superstar Ben Harper, while the likes of Sho Madjozi, Beatenburg and Durban-born singing sensation Red Robyn will also light up the stage. (Catch our exclusive interview with her on page 11.)

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25 May: Colour Chucker

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The Bloom School in Salt Rock does incredible work for children with special needs, and their annual Colour Run and Family Fun Day helps raise much-needed funds. The event is at Sugar Rush Park, and the costs are R150 per adult, R90 for children under 12, available from webtickets.co.za. The first 200 entries on Webtickets get a free Bloom T-shirt.

There’s a 5km run or walk, or a 1km free forest walk for toddlers. Registration is from 9:30am.

Our editor-in-chief and 88FM Afternoon Drive show host, Dave Charles, as many locals will already know, is not only a music enthusiast, he’s also a musician, and a talented one at that. With a life-long career in media and radio, it goes without saying that music is a big part of his life, but if any of you have caught his live sets at The Ballito Lifestyle Centre, you can attest to his skill with a guitar. Sharing office space with a musician who takes a few moments out of his day to play, has reminded me of the necessity of a creative outlet in one’s life. We get so engrossed in the mundanity of everyday life; school runs, groceries, paying the bills, meeting the deadlines; and then I hear Dave strumming away quietly, even if it’s just for a few moments, and it reminds me to take pause.

Tom Petty confessed that, “Music is probably the only real magic I have encountered in my life. There’s not some

trick involved with it. It’s pure and it’s real. It moves, it heals, it communicates and does all these incredible things.”

Now when I get home from work, my children and I sit at the piano. We play a silly game of giants and fairies, with the giants thumping around in the lower octaves, and the fairies flitting across the higher keys, creating our own escapist musical theatre, before jumping back into our regular evening routine.

On page 11, I interview a young musician and recent UKZN graduate from the Bluff, who’s made music her life, and has landed a coveted spot on the Zakifo Music Festival line-up with the likes of Grammy Award winner and bona fide rock star, Ben Harper. I was mesmerised by both Red Robyn’s music and the video for her new single, ‘The Pits’, which is a haunting reminder of childhood innocence, contrasted by a gritty Durban backdrop.

She has the enviable (and challenging) task of making art professionally, and she’s definitely one to watch.

Speaking of challenges, for those of you tackling this year’s uphill fitness behemoth that is the 2019 Comrades Marathon, we have some essential info; running coach Dave Flood gives us his last-minute tips and advice, as well as what to pack, and medical doctor and four-times Comrades runner Dr. Rosie Carey breaks down your final days before the big day on page eight and nine. Also check out our pick of Comrades shopping from local suppliers on page 10. (Your body will thank you later!)

So we invite you to find your outlet, whether it be art or running, and break from the sometimes tedious rhythm of your day. Perhaps it’s just a tea break with your copy of Life & Style!

Until next time,

31 May: Night Vibes

The Litchi Orchard Night Market is back!

Join them for live music, delicious drinks and street food vendors, fashion and accessory stalls, and good old-fashioned family fun. R20 gets you in, and kids under 12 are free.

6-9 June: Green Fingers

Sibaya Casino and Entertainment Kingdom Sun Park is hosting The Cannabis Expo, showcasing innovative products and businesses from across the globe with all facets of the industry represented from across the agricultural, medicinal, financial, legal and lifestyle sectors. The Cannabis Expo is the African meeting point for the global Cannabis Industry. Visit TheCannabisExpo.co.za

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‘Charlotte’s Web’, the charming children`s book by EB White comes to vivid life in Greg King`s enchanting stage adaptation.

It tells the tale of Wilbur, a prizewinning piglet and his unique friendship with an extraordinary spider, named Charlotte. This is heart-warming family entertainment and is the perfect activity for the school holidays. Tickets cost between R120-R180 from Computicket.

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• Honesty brings peace.

• In your spiritual life the greatest changes are made slowly and gradually.

• Clear the clutter from each day.

• Be kind to yourself when you let yourself down.

• To live a creative life you must lose the fear of being wrong.

• Encourage anyone who is trying to improve.

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As the temperature dips and the infamous sugarcane starts to burn, allergies, sinusitis and head colds become more prevalent. Short of dousing the surgarcane flames, there’s sadly not a whole lot we can do about these circumstances, but DIY and décor guru Allen Petrie has some practical ways to ease your suffering.

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t’s hard to enjoy your beautiful home while clutching a box of tissues, your eyes are watering, and it feels like your runny nose has a will of its own.

For so many people, this is a reality.

And living where we do, we also have to contend with airborne ash from cane burning, dust from the ceaseless construction, and pollen counts that make Lotto numbers look tiny.

And so the battle begins. If you or your family members suffer from allergies caused by pets, dust, mould, hay fever, dust mites or pollen allergens, then this article is for you.

Is it possible to make our homes less allergic, without them looking like a medical ward? The answer, luckily, is yes. There are steps you can take that will minimise the amount of allergens in your home.

Floors and walls Replace carpets with hardwood, tiles, or laminate floors. Yes, it costs more, but your nose will thank you. Also, laminate

flooring is really beautiful and adds its own warmth to your home.

Replace curtains with blinds (If you keep the curtains, dry clean them regularly or use washable curtains made of plain cotton or synthetic fabric). If you are having curtains made, make sure to keep your lining separate to your curtains to make dry cleaning more effective.

Replace natural fibre rugs with synthetic rugs. They’re super easy to clean; think hose pipe and broom, and you’re done!

Pillows, scatter cushions, and bedding Either replace feathered pillow/scatter inners with fibre curl; or make sure your feathered inners have been treated for dust mites. You can also add a protective cover beneath the pretty decorative casing.

For upholstered fabrics (curtains, couches etc.) clean regularly – use water filtered vacuum cleaners or cleaners with a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter.

If your pets sleep on your bed (because they’re your fluffy children) get

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a large throw to cover the bed, which can protect your bed linen.

Encase pillows, mattresses and box springs in dust-mite-proof covers. Wash sheets, pillowcases and blankets at least once a week in water heated to at least 54°C. Remove, wash or cover comforters.

Replace wool or feather bedding with synthetic materials.

Gadgets Install a dehumidifier in the home to cleanse the air. If you don’t have central airconditioning, this is a must. For a relatively low cost, the air in your home will be cleaner, less humid and everything will be drier.

An Ozone machine is another great device for removing impurities from the air. A tiny, quiet box that sucks in O2 and pushes out O3, will quickly remove smells and mould spores etc. Just make sure you ventilate the room or space well afterwards as inhaling O3 can be harmful to your health – do your research before purchasing one.

Plants and natural options Get plants such as the peace lily, dracena, bamboo palms, or philodendrons, which are easily available to clean the air and help absorb chemicals such as

formaldehyde, benzene and ammonia in your home.

NASA discovered that some house plants not only absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, but they also eliminate significant amounts of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) and other chemicals from the air.

Regularly wash down surfaces, with a vinegar and water mix to remove mould.

Temperature and humidity Hot, humid houses are breeding grounds for dust mites and mould. Maintain the temperature between 20°C and 22°C and keep relative humidity no higher than 50 percent. Clean or replace small-particle filters in central heating, cooling systems and air conditioners at least once a month.

So you see, there’s a lot that can be done about allergies without compromising the look of your home. It also needn’t be done all at once. Try some of the options above and see what works for you and your family.

Maybe all the money you save on nasal sprays helps to pay for that gorgeous set of cushions at that décor store you like!

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Intrepid beach manager Seaweed Steve Honneysett headed north to Zinkwazi for a beach break of a different kind.

Zinkwazi is a little treasure trove only 45 minutes up the freeway. One might think it’s a bit too close to home but the variety of activities and change of scenery makes it a worthwhile getaway.

Being on the beach and having a lagoon next to it opens up one’s activities to a number of water sports that can be enjoyed, even if you don’t have all the toys.

The caravan park and lagoon resort is now under new management, and I was blown away by the work that has gone on to upgrade it.

New restaurants and an outside bar are some of the features, as well as new jetties on the lagoon where one can moor one’s boat. If you don’t have your own boat, not to worry, the resort has three ferries which transport guests to the beach and back, and for a fee, one can join the ever popular sun set cruise up river to enjoy one of the best reasons to live in Africa.

The eight kilometre trip up and down the river is truly amazing, with a variety of bird life and a few jumping fish putting on a show too.

There are camp sites and three bedroom chalets available, which are very comfortable.

I had my weekend pre-planned, with surfing as number one on my list, but if that was not to be then I had plenty of back up plans. Hiking, fishing and paddling up the lagoon and river are all things that you need to do when visiting Zinkwazi.

As it unfolded, the surf was not cooperating with me, so I took a lengthy walk up to the Nonoti Lagoon, which is about a five kilometre walk from the main beach heading south, and another five kilometres back, taking along my fishing rod and my tea pot to help pass the time.

Many might say that Seaweed can’t fish, which is largely true, but I call it casting which is quite relaxing on its own.

There is really a lot to cram in over

a two-day weekend, but you need to spend the time exploring the place to get a true feel.

I walked past Kingsley Holgate’s house with the sign outside stating one should slow down for elephants crossing the road. Amusing to say the least.

The Ski Boat Club is always a hive of activity and a really nice spot to chill and have a beverage or a meal on their deck, with a view that makes you feel like you could be in Mozambique. The Pizza place, run by Prout, has been re-vamped with a nice deck up in the beach car park.

Zinkwazi is also a Fat Bike paradise with miles of flat beach. You can ride in both directions, and they also have a few trails to tackle before breakfast.

Unfortunately the weekend passes too quickly, so I’ll have to return to Zinkwazi to tackle the hike through the dune forest, out to the Tugela River which is around a 16 kilometre round trip.

If you want a piece of heaven close to home, then Zinkwazi is for you.

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Small garden? No problem! Life & Style’s green-fingered guru, Tracey Miller-Smith from Eco Balance Landscaping, has expert advice on big style for small spaces.

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HOSE of you who have been living on the North Coast for several years will have noticed a definite shift towards more apartment-style living with smaller gardens, mainly in courtyards or around groundfloor apartments.

Here are five top tips on how to maximise your space in a small garden.

1. Level up Raised and sunken levels in gardens have been around for centuries, but with some clever modern adaptions in materials used, they help us to make great use of a small space. Consider how a set of wooden stairs leading down to a grassed area, with concrete seating and a table as the centrepiece, creates a very useful, peaceful space.

Equally, walking out onto a raised deck, arranged with containers dripping with aromatic jasmine creepers, to watch the sunrise or sunset, adds a ‘country feel’ to any small garden.

Different levels created using different materials, add different depth perspectives, shows a creative flair and adds a spacious feel. Create split levels by using retaining wall blocks, wooden planting boxes, small concrete walls, wooden decking, or even rock or stone packed walls.

2. Light up your life In a small garden, integrated lighting will add a charming elegance and an element of depth.

Use of lighting will also mean that you get to use your garden in the evenings, giving it additional life.

There are various lights or lighting effects that you can use in your small garden: • Smart spotlights that are sensor-activated.

• Solar lighting along pathways or other areas that get lots of daylight to power the solar batteries.

•Uplighters that can accentuate your building design.

•Lighting inside or around water features.

• Fairy lights hung from rooves or around structures like pillars.

•Candles! Don’t forget what a wonderfully romantic effect a candle has in a secluded garden on starry night.

3. Fire pits Don’t you just love sitting around a warm fireplace with friends on a cool, crisp evening?

Firepits add an attractive flair to any outdoor area.

If you’re building a fire pit, remember these three safety tips: • They should be constructed from fireproof material on a flat, level area away from any trees, shrubs or building.

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• Surround them with a border of into the material used to create sand, gravel or stones.

• Find out what the building regulations are in your area applicable to building a fire pit, and adhere strictly to them.

4. Opt for gravel over grass Small gardens lend themselves to low-maintenance areas. It would be wise to consider replacing higher-maintenance grass with gravel or concrete pavers. The great thing about these is that you can tailor the colour of the stone or pavers to suit your palette.

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T is that time of the year when most parents have made the difficult decision of selecting a high school for their child or children as they move onto the next phase of their school journey. Tradition still seems to play a critical role when a school is selected, but there has been a definite shift towards seeking different avenues as times have changed and offerings closer to home are coming into play. This could be for various reasons but that is a topic for another day. I am a firm believer that there is a school for every child and it is incumbent on parents to do their homework on what best suits the child.

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Here at Ashton, with our Christian Ethos and family-driven values, we believe in the holistic growth of every student who has the potential to shine in their desired area. ‘Every child is Worthy’ and we all are uniquely different, displaying our different talents. Our role is to enhance and create the opportunities for each student to grow to their full potential.

Having come from a traditional monastic school, we sometimes get caught up in the euphoria of sporting results and as such judge the school around that specific result. Win or lose.

At the same time, we become oblivious to all the other aspects of which make school life so rewarding and refreshing.

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Glenda Thompson has her finger on the pulse of the North Coast social scene. Here’s what was hot and happening throughout the month of May.

Yuveka Moonsamy, Glenda Thompson & Dr. Albertina Luthuli at Indaba.

We kicked off with a meet and greet session at the Ilembe Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism, and congratulated Andy Horton, a lawyer and founder board member who has taken over as the new president of the Chamber, and Lesa Bradshaw, the vice chair. Lesa is an award-winning businesswoman and managing member of Bradshaw LeRoux Consulting.

Naturally, one of the focuses of the Chamber is tourism and it would be good to see more tourist focused events coming to this little corner of paradise! If you would like to join the Ilembe Chamber – and it’s well worth it as they have some excellent business workshops, contact ntombifuthi@ilembechamber.co.za Still on the subject of travel, I attended the May Umhlanga Women Achievers evening and listened to guest speaker, Jen Morris, who is a senior travel professional based in KZN, talk about the trials and tribulations of setting up her own travel company.

The gift sponsor for the night was the law firm, Araujo Attorneys who are based in Umhlanga and Ballito. Incidentally, this is an excellent networking forum and if you would like to join, contact info@umhlangawomenahievers.co.za.

Umhlanga Women Achievers Monique Gresse, Sarah Araujo, Jen Morris & Esther Bishop.

Climate Change Workshop attendees Itumeleng Masenya, Nongcebo Hlongwa, Yolan Nagoor, Zarina Moolla, Chen Read & Bharrie Pillay.

Then it was on to the 2019 Africa have world class National Parks that are Travel Indaba. I love spending time at this on the forefront of the conservation of totally unique, exciting and informational rare and endangered species, and the three-day event at the ICC in Durban. It beautiful thing is that our parks are being was packed full of enthusiastic tourist improved on a continuous basis as those experts from around Africa, and as the parks are being packaged and properly hosts, South African operators did not managed for tourists from around the disappoint. globe.”

There was so much on offer for Finally, we attended an Environmental people in the trade, and wherever one Affairs Business Forum talk on climate went, cultural dance groups wowed the change, organised by the Durban crowds. It was great to meet up with Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The the Enterprise Ilembe team who were main speaker was Zarina Moolla who manning the stand that highlighted works for C40Cities Climate Leadership tourism on the North Coast, and Group as a city advisor for Durban. particularly the brilliant, charming and The bottom line is that business as delightful Dr. Albertina Luthuli who was usual is no longer an option. We need adding her support. to make systematic transformational The highlight was President Cyril changes and limit warming to one-andRamaphosa’s talk and his commitment a-half degrees. The minute we hit two to making Africa more accessible and degrees, it’s virtually game over. The plan safer for tourists. He also stressed the of action is to make Durban 100-percent importance of the protection of our reliant on renewable energy by 2050. precious flora and fauna. I would There will be a lot more of these forums have loved to have asked him how and workshops over the next few months. the government were dealing with the Contact chamber@durbanchamber. immense problem of poaching – rhino, co.za if you would like to attend. elephant and pangolin to name a few, after he said: “We have fauna and flora that we are proud to say as African’s are Email Glenda gjthomo@gmail.com if you’d like her not found anywhere else on earth. We to feature your event on Life & Style’s Out & About

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The Tash B Pilates Studio was a very specific brief for M&M Design, and they settled on a greenhouse effect in the entrance.

At the helm of M&M Designs is a couple whose combined talents have taken each of them from studying footwear in Milan to showcasing their interiors on popular TV show Top Billing. Despite their frenetic travel schedule, they’ve set up shop in Ballito, with one of their latest briefs being the transformation of a local Pilates studio.

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EETING Michele and Mark Metior in their mixed-use retail space and offices at The Quarter shopping centre in Ballito is quite a creative whirlwind. They travel the country transforming spaces into things of beauty, and we soon get the feeling they don’t sit still for long.

Both Michele and Mark are African born, with their families hailing from Belgium. Michele grew up in KZN with her final schooling years being in the Eastern Cape, while Mark grew up between Africa and Europe. Their diverse backgrounds have contributed to their design ethos, as their projects have a noticeable global aesthetic. However, they’re adamant about forging their own path for their clients, rather than following trends.

“Michele’s first venture into interior design was in the late 1990s, with the restoration and renovation of a Victorian wrap-around veranda home built in 1908,” explains Mark.

“It soon became evident that the ability to offer clients a full turnkey service would become the foundation of M&M Design,” he adds.

“Working closely with clients and contractors over a period of 20-odd years, Michele’s natural knowledge and ability in translating dreams into reality is enviable.”

“For me,” explains Mark, “being born into a family of cobblers and having a creative mind, the obvious choice growing up was footwear design. I completed my studies in Milan in the late 1970’s, and my career in footwear spanned 27 years.”

“As M&M grew, I found myself being drawn into projects, and really enjoyed the opportunity of exploring new creative ventures with my clear understanding of design, proportion and a love for detail. The opportunity of Michele and I working together became my focus and in 2007 this became a reality.”

Their favourite projects are without a doubt full turnkey projects, but each job tends to be unique.

“Our work ranges from theatrically inspired retail projects to boutique lodges, and from contemporary homes through to classical homes.

At the end, it’s all about the ability of translating a client’s dream into a reality,” he adds.

One of Mark and Michele’s most recent projects was the incredible space Tash B Pilates has relocated to, also at The Quarter shopping centre “Tash was very specific about her requirements. Her need to create a space with the right synergy for her team and clients alike was paramount,” explains Mark.

“The location of the studio was also a big

factor, with its large windows offering views of our rolling green hills was inspiring. The location has a warehouse feel so this also became a focus on the final design. We built on the industrial feel by bringing in commercial factory windows as partitioning in the interior. Dark grey walls and timber floors continued this feel. The only challenge left was to bring in the lush feel of the countryside. After some research we found a vintage wallpaper of a tropical l’orangerie (Greenhouse) which replicated the exact feel we wanted, adding in cascading plants above the reception, and jazzed up industrial light-fitting completed the picture. The space is tranquil, uncomplicated and current.”

The cosmopolitan studio really has to be seen to be believed, and if M&M Design’s primary intent is indeed to ‘shape a space’ and reflect the spirit of the people who inhabit the place, then the studio is a prime example of their talents.

The Pilates studio incorporates industrial colours and accents, but maintains a tranquil environment.

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Comrades is the highlight of many road runner’s calendars.

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Dr Rosie Carey, our in-house medical doctor and athlete extraordinaire, offers her expert advice on running the race of a lifetime.

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AVING only run four Comrades Marathons myself, I wouldn’t presume to give anyone advice about the actual running of the race, however, I can help with how to prepare your body physically and mentally in the couple of weeks leading up to the big day.

GET ENOUGH SHUT-EYE I can’t emphasise enough how important sleep is as preparation for Comrades.

While you sleep, your body secretes growth hormone, which helps to repair and enhance muscle tissue.

Immune modulators are released which optimise the activity of your immune system and help to prevent you getting sick.

You would most likely have a sleep deficit at this point (early morning wake up calls to train are normal for most Comrades runners).

Catching up on sleep now while you are tapering is very beneficial and will help to optimise your body in preparation for race day. So, don’t feel guilty to sleep in, and make sure you have plenty of early nights.

vigilant about your water/fluid intake so that you enter the race well hydrated. You may want to sip on an electrolyte drink as well to make sure that your electrolytes are not depleted on the start line. Most importantly, don’t eat or drink anything new or unusual during the week leading up to Comrades.

KEEP HEALTHY There are always loads of cartoons that do the rounds before Comrades showing people walking around with face masks on, but this isn’t such a bad idea (although you may get some strange looks). Just prior to Comrades or on the day is when you least want to get sick; ironically it’s also the time you’re most likely to get sick. Your body fat is low, you are most likely a bit sleep deprived and it’s the start of winter colds and flu season so there are lots of bugs doing the rounds. It’s the perfect maelstrom for getting sick. You can minimise your chances of getting sick by: AVOID THE TEMPTATION TO RUN HARD OR FAR •Eating and sleeping well After many months of hard training, your •Avoiding sick people or very crowded body probably feels like a finely tuned engine, rooms (if you find yourself stuck in a crowded but avoid the temptation to run long or hard room, open the windows to get fresh air runs during your taper period. This will only circulating) do harm! There is no benefit in doing any • Keeping hand sanitiser more mileage now (as nearby and obsessively much as your mind “Just prior to Comrades or on the sanitising your hands will try to convince day is when you least want to get •Taking an immune you otherwise). You are as fit as you will sick; ironically it’s also the time booster such as echinacea • Going for Vitamin B be, and your taper you’re most likely to get sick.” injections or immune booster period is a chance to drips. allow your body to If you do get sick in the consolidate all the training. You will probably be grumpy without week before Comrades, you should not run! If your usual endorphin fix, so warn your family in doubt, see your doctor to get the all-clear.

Running sick is not worth the risk of heart to placate or avoid you (possibly move out damage or even death (I’m not exaggerating). for a couple weeks), but don’t give in to the temptation of going for ‘one last long run’ STRESS LESS now. Long runs at this point will cause microEasier said than done, but stress in the weeks damage to your muscles, which will mean leading up to Comrades is not good. If you heavy legs on race day. have to deal with stressful circumstances, make a conscious effort to combat the stress EAT AND DRINK WELL with mindful rest. This might include Taper period is the time to optimise your meditation or visualisation exercises or simply nutrition in preparation for six-to-twelve sitting quietly in nature. This is not only hours of running. Now is not the time to because stress weakens your immune system, worry about losing weight. You may well put but because you need to go into Comrades on a kilogram or two in the weeks leading up with full mental reserves. You will need to to Comrades, but do not panic! This weight is dig deep and draw on your mental strength most likely just water retained with increased at some point during the race, no matter how carbohydrate intake. Also, there is only well-trained you are, and if you have had a benefit to be gained by entering Comrades stressful time prior to the run, your mental with a little bit of stored fat. Lower body fat reserves are more likely to be depleted and decreases your immune system so eating well more difficult to access when you need them. will also decrease your chance of getting sick.

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THE COACH’S FINAL COUNTDOWN Running coach and Comrades veteran Dave Flood offers his expert advise on your last few weeks in the run-up to the big day.

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ave you done enough mileage?

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It is better to be slightly undertrained and feel strong, than overtrained and washed out on race day. Don’t blow it now!

Start to slowly cut mileage down and taking it easier. I suggest no long runs over 25 kilometres. I recommend you do a couple of shorter runs at your race pace to get the feel of it.

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with colds and flu, and take vitamin C supplements. Nutrition wise, eat healthy meals including fruit and vegetables. I suggest a neurobion injection a week before the race.

Don’t be heroic and try something new at this stage. Trust what you have been doing so far, and avoid tempting new products coming out, which may not agree with you.

Mental training will be important now – rehearsing in your mind before going to sleep, setting goal times that you hope to achieve, but be realistic with this. A 3.45 marathon time will not get you a silver medal, so don’t ruin your race by trying to achieve it.

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RIGINALLY from Wentworth, and then having lived on The Bluff for most of her life, Red Robyn grew up surrounded by music, citing her father as the cause. He played in the local gospel band and had the enviable natural ability to pick up any manner of instrument, and simply play it.

It was through church that, as a child, she she met an Argentinian missionary, who gifted her a guitar and taught her just three chords, further cementing her desire to make music.

“I remember being five or six years old and just needing to write a song.

We lived in Australia for a year, and I clearly recall writing a song on the back of my mom’s diary,” she explains.

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Whichever tale you read, the bird is Despite a push for her to move portrayed as brave, noble, and humble to Joburg, she’s elected to stay in at heart, and forever bears the ‘stain’ Durban, where most of her family of its actions – one would imagine, remains a short walk away. Her latest much like a brave musician who’s music video for The Pits, thoughtfully about to embark on some fearless soul directed and composed of moments searching. of childlike innocence, contrasted “My faith is the foundation of by some gritty Durban city scapes, who I am,” explains Red Robyn. “It’s displays the importance her childhood very personal, but it’s not necessarily has played in her life. It makes sense evident in my lyrics.” Her music is for the musician to remain in the place inquisitive, and rather than being that appears to inform her work, and blatantly religious, it’s evidence of a propels her to ask the brave questions. curious mind. This is precisely why she’s over the moon about playing at Zakifo, which she’s attended as audience member, and ever since it’s Book your tickets to the Zakifo Music been on her bucket list of events to Festival for one of the many events and play one day, Durban’s Zakifo Music Festival, line-ups at zakifo.com or howler.co.za. which grew from an affiliation with Red Robyn plays on 1 June at the Durban the Sakifo festival in Saint-Pierre Botanic Gardens. Listen to her second Réunion, runs over two weekends, bolstered by workshops, industry single The Pits, here: discussions, and artist collaborations.

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As an apprentice at Terry Scott and Gerald Wells in Umhlanga, Pretoria native Donovan Sutherland is now a huge asset to the team at Gerald Wells Ballito.

Umgeni River Bird Park is spread over 3.5 hectares of tropical vegetation and aviaries, housing some 800 birds, and as Life & Style discovered, it’s an essential day trip for everyone to experience, at least once.

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ONAVON SUTHERLAND has only been a stylist for six years, but he’s racked up a few milestones along the way. After an apprenticeship at Terry Scott and Gerald Wells, Umhlanga, he began his formal training at Coastal College, Durban, where he won best student of 2015.

Today, it’s experienced many ups and downs, and it seems acquiring funding is a constant struggle, but the birds are well looked after thanks to some dedicated staff. It’s an incredible day visit for children especially, where they can not only see both foreign and local species up close in a caged environment, there is also plenty of opportunity to interact with birds in open enclosures, as well as the free-flight bird show (be sure to check the website ahead of time for show times, which are also weatherpermitting).

Sadly, some species are the only remaining representatives of their kind in Africa, and it’s an important lesson for children to see the effects of human development on wildlife. Gaia is a particular highlight, as the last hornbill of her species left in Africa. The free-flight show includes owls, a vulture and even

an enormous pelican. There’s no shortage of comedy and delight, coupled with essential information on the species, their habitats, food, and vulnerability.

The flamingo enclosure is another highlight, as is the spectacular Scarlett Ibis. Bring a few extra R5 coins to feed the swans and for nectar to hand-feed the Our only suggestion is to bring a change of shirt and a wet wipe or two, just in case you’re the chosen target for the day’s ablutions! The Cockataoo Café offers snacks and drinks, and you can also book for children’s parties. During school holidays there are new tailor-made programmes available.

The park is open every day from 9am to 5pm, (except Christmas Day), but make sure you bring cash as they have no credit card facilities. Call 031 322 5750 or visit the brand new website at urbp.co.za. Entry costs range between R32 for pensioners and R58 for adults.

Another career highlight includes being part of the Gerald Wells team during the Durban Stylist and Salon Competition, finishing in an impressive second place.

“One of my strengths is my good interpersonal relations with clients,” explains Donavon. “I enjoy every part of being a stylist, whether it’s cutting, colouring or styling,” he adds.

“I moved to Ballito because of the opportunities and quality of life the town has to offer. Also, to be able to work with a brand like Gerald Wells where I can express myself as a stylist, be up to date with the latest trends and provide excellent service to clients,” is just another good reason Donavon has chosen Gerald Wells Ballito.

“I am very particular on detail,” says Donavon, and his honesty is a major part of what his clients expect from him, ensuring his clients always leave his chair with a spring in their step.

“My clients can expect only the best treatment from me!”

Donavon adds that another plus to his job is the good laughs he shares with his loyal clients.

Book your consultation with Donovan at Gerald Wells Ballito on 032 586 0554, or alternatively SMS or Whatsapp him directly on 082 098 3307.

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Ballito’s iconic Al Pescatore Restaurant overlooking the breakers on the beachfront has just celebrated its 30th anniversary with a happy gathering of friends, customers, suppliers and staff sharing great food, drink and memories!

Justine Pieterson and Nic Jordan from Holla Trails celebrated their 10th anniversary with the Sugar Rush Park Classic Festival and popped into the studio with Dave Charles to tell us all about it.

Andrew Smith, sales manager at Zululami Luxury Coastal Estate, joined Mike in studio about their on-going sales success stories and their exciting sponsorship of the Sugar Rush Park classic event.

Turn ‘n Tender is celebrating 42 years of sizzling success and to celebrate you are invited to join them at Turn n Tender Umhlanga, or Turn ‘n Tender Ballito, for a 300g sirloin steak and your choice of side for only R42!

(Offer valid from 20th – 24th May, from 11.30am – 4.30pm in Umhlanga. As a special treat, it will be available in Ballito ONLY from 11.30 am until closing.)

Dale Williams from ComProp alongside this week’s special guests from NetVendor commericial director Didier Macquet-Maurel and sales consultant Mary-Ann Le Roux. NetVendor operates in the Smart meter and pre-paid space, providing state-of-the-art utility (Water and Electricity) management.

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Rolls-Royce unveils its R805, 000 champagne chest for its luxurious cars, complete with a caviar dispenser.

HERE might be strict laws against drinking and driving but the latest option available to Rolls-Royce customers suggests you end a journey with a tipple and a very fine delicacy.

That’s because the n-car feature unveiled by the iconic British brand is a champagne chest that can also serve up a choice of caviar and canapés.

It says the glorified drinks cabinet displays the ‘true luxury and epicurean pleasure’ of the brand. Very la-di-da. As is the price - a whopping R805 243.12 including VAT. Of course, you probably shouldn’t be enjoying the delights of the champagne chest in your vehicle (especially if it cost close to R18 million).

Instead, the removable unit, which is hand-crafted by the bespoke design team at Goodwood HQ, is the ideal accessory for the typical rendezvous we imagine Rolls-Royce owners have on a day-to-day basis - such as a catchup with old friends on a superyacht or having a chinwag on the terrace of a private residence.

It’s a special piece of kit - as you might imagine considering that it costs the same as a Mercedes-Benz E-Class luxury saloon.

The chassis of the chest is made from machined aluminium, carbon fibre and trimmed in natural grain black leather.

The hide panels are embossed with the Spirit of Ecstasy logo and flanked by Tudor Oak wood - the same materials you’d find gracing the dashboards of the Cullinan SUV, Ghost and Phantom limos.

Press the secret release button and the trove reveals a ‘perfectly appointed’ champagne set for four guests.

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a pair of finely-chiselled arms and converts into a serving tray with a surface finished in Tudor Oak wood and a laser-cut stainless steel inlay.

The contents also include four cotton napkins with embroidered RollsRoyce logos.

Once the chest is opened there’s a light inside to guide you to one of the quad of hand-blown crystal champagne flutes, which the marque says are ‘arranged to evoke memories of a V12 engine’.

But the pièce de résistance is the ejectable side panels containing thermal coolers made from aluminium and carbon fibre.

What are they for, you ask? RollsRoyce says you can use them to carry a chilled bottle of champers, but they can also serve caviar and canapes, all at optimum temperature.

And you don’t just shovel the fish eggs straight into the dispensers.

There’s something Rolls-Royce has coined a ‘caviar configuration’, which is describes as ‘two thermal caviar caissons, each accommodating a 30 gram tin’ that are ‘complemented by two blini caissons’. We’re just as lost as you are.

This flamboyant chest also comes with two spoons. Sorry, we mean Mother-of-Pearl spoons with anodised aluminium handles that are housed magnetically at the top of the case.

These are designed in this was ‘as not to impair the delicate flavour of the caviar’, don’t you know?

Gavin Hartley, head of Bespoke Design at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, said: ‘The approach is that of designing a Rolls-Royce motor car; the finest materials are married with pinnacle engineering to provide an experience like no other.

‘The Champagne Chest is crafted for those that seek a heightened sense of occasion in an elegant, entertaining manner and offers the irresistible allure of gadgetry.’

Want one? We know you do.

It can only be acquired through Rolls-Royce dealerships, with prices starting from R677, 000 excluding local taxes.

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