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Squatters overrun land earmarked for a school and clinic in Shaka’s Head
Local newsPrivate land and community gardens have been destroyed while KDM remains locked in a court battle with the invaders.
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Ballito residents debate monkey problem
Local newsLove or hate them, monkeys are part of life on the North Coast. We asked our readers for their opinions…
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McGregors and Hockly dominate Engen Ballito Downwind surfski race
Local sportStellar conditions welcomed the return of the popular race.
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Toddler fatally mauled by dogs in Upper Tongaat
Local newsA case of culpable homicide has been opened against the owner of the animals.
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Durban ghost tours: Explore haunted venues and famous graveyards
Local newsThis will possibly be the tours' last visit to the city after 24 years of operation.
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Ian Gouveia triumphs at Ballito Pro surf showdown
Local sportBeating out American Nolan Rapoza in the final sends the Brazil wave master straight to the top of the Challenger…
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US teen clinches Ballito Pro women’s title in her first Challenger Series final
Local sportBella Kenworthy (USA) is an up-and-coming youngster from Southern California.
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Groggia, Gouveia set up Brazilian battle for Ballito Pro semifinals
Local sportEdgard Groggia (BRA) launched a lofty frontside rotation, grabbing the rail and riding it out for an excellent 9.00 to…
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France, Brazil and USA advance to Ballito Pro women’s semi-finals
Local sportStanding out as one of the most in form surfers in Ballito, Vahine Fierro’s (FRA) backhand brilliance dominated her quarter-final…
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Umdloti’s iconic Johnny Walker gets Mad Hatter makeover by local artists
Local newsThe Sandbar Restaurant's statue has undergone a head-turning makeover.
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From clerk to crime fighter: Warrant officer Ramlakan retires after 34 years
Local news"My blood will always be blue" - Shaleen Ramlakan.











