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The Citizen
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
GALLERY: Sweet and simple wins the prize at uMhlanga's Oyster Box
GALLERY: Sweet and simple wins the prize at uMhlanga's Oyster Box THE Great Oyster Box Bake Off, held at the Oyster Box last Friday, saw 26 talented bakers go head-to-head in a celebration of creativity and culinary flair. And of course, the Northglen News was there to witness it all unfold. Also read: Glen Hills baby home appeals for donations The event featured a stunning array of cakes and cupcakes, with unique flavour infusions and decorative variations that made judging especially challenging. In the end, four winners were crowned; with third place ending in a tie due to the exceptional quality on display. Judges noted the innovation and skill that each baker brought to the table. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
3 days ago
- Health
- The Citizen
Woman delivers bundle of joy at baby shower in uMhlanga
A CELEBRATORY baby shower for a mother-to-be took an unexpected turn on Friday evening in uMhlanga after she went into labour. Paramedics from KZN VIP Medical responded to the incident at a restaurant at a popular mall on Lagoon Drive to find that the woman's family as well as staff and bystanders had helped deliver the baby girl weighing 3kg. The delivery process was completed by paramedics – when they arrived on scene the baby was still attached by the umbilical chord. Also read: Glen Hills baby home appeals for donations 'Reports indicated that a woman had gone into labour during a baby shower celebration hosted by her family. Our medics found that the baby had already been delivered. Maternity care protocols were initiated to ensure the safety and well-being of both mother and child,' explained KZN VIP Paramedics spokesperson Gareth Naidoo. 'We are pleased to report that a healthy baby girl was born, and both mother and baby were stable. They were transported to a nearby medical facility for further evaluation and care,' he said. Naidoo commended the paramedics for their swift response to the incident. It is believed the mother was from Mtunzini and was celebrating with family in uMhlanga. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Are you runway ready? Durban Fashion Fair launches model search
IF you are a model with passion for fashion, a flair for the dramatic, and a desire to be part of something big, then the judges for Regional Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) Model Search Roadshows are looking for you. The model-casting will commence on Saturday, June 7, at Durban Botanic Garden and end on June 20, at The Pavilion Shopping Centre. Gugu Sisilana, eThekwini Municipality's spokesperson, said the search is open to models from all eThekwini regions, who are between the ages of 18 and 35 years. ALSO read: Another title for Musgrave model 'The municipality under the banner of the DFF, is calling all aspiring models looking to professionally venture into the modelling industry not to miss this opportunity. We are looking for female, male and fuller-figure female models,' Sisilana said. She said finalists will undergo two months of training on various modelling aspects to prepare them to strut the runway at this year's annual DFF showcase and make their grand entrance into the industry. Sisilana encourages models who meet the requirements to participate in the regional model search roadshows planned for their nearest areas. 'Compulsory documents to bring on site for castings include a copy of your ID to verify your age and proof of residence,' she advised. Female models: • Minimum height – 1.75m with no heels. • 87cm – 9cm hip measurement. • Must wear body-fitting clothing and bring heels to the casting – jeans not allowed • Advised to wear minimal make-up. Male models: • Minimum height – 1.84m. • Trouser size 30 to 32. • Must wear fitted T-shirt or shirt and closed shoes or trainers to the casting. • Must be in good physical shape Fuller-figure female models: • Minimum height – 1.75m without heels • 38 to 42 trouser-size measurement • Must wear body-fitting clothing and bring heels to the casting – jeans are not allowed • Advised to wear minimal make-up Full schedule of the DFF Regional Model search roadshows is as follows. They all commence at 09:00. June 7, Durban Botanic Garden • June 8, Umlazi Mega City • June 15, G Hall, KwaMakhutha • June 20, the Pavilion Shopping Centre For more information, email or call 031 311 4497. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
25-05-2025
- The Citizen
Toddler dies after sand bank collapse in Durban North
A SAND bank collapse in the Glenhills area of Durban North claimed the life of one child and left another critically injured on Saturday afternoon (May 24). Also read: Cash heist closes highway north of Durban It is believed that the child who died was three years of age. Emergency services, including KZN VIP Protection Services and other first responders, rushed to the scene after receiving reports of two children trapped beneath a collapsed sand bank. According to a spokesperson for KZN VIP Protection Services, both minors were buried under the debris when the sand bank gave way. 'Our emergency medical teams arrived quickly and began intensive rescue efforts alongside other responding agencies,' said the spokesperson. 'One child was successfully rescued and rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Sadly, despite hours of relentless work, the second child was found with no signs of life and was declared deceased at the scene.' The cause of the collapse remains under investigation. KZN VIP thanked all responders and community members who assisted during the operation. 'This is a deeply heartbreaking incident,' the spokesperson added. 'Our thoughts are with the families of the children and with our teams who worked under extremely traumatic circumstances.' Further updates are expected as investigations continue. For more from Northglen News, follow us on Facebook , X or Instagram. You can also check out our videos on our YouTube channel or follow us on TikTok. Click to subscribe to our newsletter – here At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
24-05-2025
- The Citizen
Heavily armed gang of 12 attacks CIT van on N2 in KZN
Heavily armed gang of 12 attacks CIT van on N2 in KZN A section of the N2 highway near the KwaMashu interchange in KZN was closed to traffic on Friday evening following a violent CIT heist involving gunfire, explosives, and a group of heavily armed suspects. Reports indicate that the gang of about 12 ambushed the vehicle, forced it to stop, and detonated explosives to access the cash inside before fleeing with an undisclosed amount of money, Northglen News reports. The incident occurred around 18:00, according to controllers at Ensure Security's E2 KZN Operational Command Centre, who received multiple alerts of gunfire and explosions in the area. 'Emergency services rushed to the southbound carriageway, where they discovered the wreckage of an armoured cash van that had been blown apart by explosives. Reports indicate that about 12 suspects were involved in the robbery,' said Ensure Security spokesperson Kyle van Reenan. Paramedics from ALS Paramedic Services treated the cash van guards for minor to moderate injuries on scene before transporting them to a nearby hospital for further care. ALS Paramedics spokesperson Garrith Jamieson, said medics responded to numerous calls of an alleged cash in transit robbery on the N2 in the vicinity of KwaMashu. 'Paramedics arrived on the scene to find SAPS already in attendance with the entire southbound carriageway closed. A cash vehicle had been blown up by unknown suspects. 'Two guards had sustained minor injuries and were treated on the scene by ambulances.' Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
