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Ten essential tools every home should have
Every home runs more smoothly when the basics are in place. A loose hinge, a picture waiting to be hung or a cupboard handle that keeps coming off does not need to turn into a call-out or a postponed job.
Why reverse osmosis filtered water is good for you
Hydration is one of those small daily choices that quietly shapes everything else. When you drink enough water, concentration improves, digestion settles, energy levels hold and even sleep feels easier.
Hot Plate brings traditional South African flavour to the table
Hot Plate is a celebration of traditional South African food, prepared with care, patience and a clear understanding of where these dishes come from. It is the kind of place that feels familiar from the moment you walk in, even if it is your first visit.
Natural ways to make your home smell good
Scent sets mood, expectation and comfort in the home. When it is done badly, it feels forced and artificial. When it is done well, it fades into the background and simply feels right.
The strange origins of everyday household items
We live surrounded by objects that have utility but, they are so ordinary to us that we don’t even notice them. What rarely crosses the mind is how strange, controversial or accidental some of these items once were.
Ten tips for a healthy new year
New Year’s resolutions come and go easily, By mid-January they are all but forgotten. The problem is rarely intention. It is ambition without sustainability.
Why pets can make us happier
Most people who live with pets do not need a study to tell them what they already know. Animals change the atmosphere of a home. They soften bad days.
Why walking 10 000 steps a day is still a good target
The 10 000-step goal has been mocked, debunked and dismissed more times than a January diet. It has been called arbitrary, outdated and born from a 1960s pedometer marketing campaign rather than hard science.
Fashion outlook for 2026
Fashion in 2026 does not tiptoe in. It arrives loud in its intent and clear in its purpose. After years of trend overload, aesthetic fatigue and look-at-me dressing driven by social media cycles, the industry is pulling itself back into focus.
7 road safety tips for the festive season holiday drive
The festive season turns South Africa’s roads into a busy network of families, luggage and best intentions. It is the time of year when everyone is trying to get somewhere, and the smallest lapse can undo an entire holiday.
How to Save Money This Festive Season with a Little Help from Technology
The festive season is a master cash gobbler. Before you’ve even put up the tree, your wallet is already lighter from travel plans, groceries, gifts, and that extra pack of mince pies you didn’t really need but bought anyway.
Christmas Decorating Trends for 2025
Christmas decorating this year is about simplicity, creativity and bringing meaning back into the season. Instead of competing for the biggest tree or the most glitter, people are focusing on warmth, texture and the kind of charm that feels personal rather than polished.
How Your Pharmacist Can Help You Take Care of Your Health
The next time you pop into Sunninghill Square Pharmacy, consider this: Pharmacists are key members of the overall healthcare team, their role in keeping us well is bigger than many of us realise.
Self care and summer hair: Colour Rush has you covered
Getting ready for summer is not just about trimming down or fitting into swimwear. It is also about how you feel when you step out the door.
Granny’s Kitchen Hacks That Still Work Today
Granny’s kitchen always had a trick or two up its sleeve. It wasn’t about gadgets or apps, just old-fashioned know-how that kept food fresher, pots cleaner and life a little easier.
Fresh Hacks to Keep Your Car Looking and Smelling New
Few things ruin the mood faster than stepping into a car that smells like last week’s takeaway or looks like it’s been moonlighting as a dust bowl. A car is more than just a ride from A to B, it’s your daily office, café and sometimes even your karaoke booth.
A Slice of History How Pizza Conquered the World
Pizza is one of those foods that is so familiar it feels like it has always been there, yet its journey from ancient flatbreads to modern masterpieces is anything but ordinary.
The Surprising Origins of the Hamburger
The hamburger is not just a meal wedged between two halves of bread, it is a story of migration, invention and a little bit of marketing genius.
A Shine Above The Rest
Tash Naidoo, the new owner of Sunninghill Car Wash and Valet, is bringing a refreshing approach to the car wash business. With a background in corporate life and a desire to invest in something more personal, he saw an opportunity in a service that would always have a customer base.
Classic Barber brings clean cuts and confidence to The Square
There is nothing flashy about Classic Barber at The Square in Sunninghill. Just sharp cuts and solid service. And that is exactly why people keep coming back.
The store does not shout for attention. It does not need to. The clients know. The staff know. The work speaks loud enough.