Subscribe to daily business and company news across 19 industries This is a momentous milestone for the 1,300ha mixed-use precinct which is being holistically developed by supporting the region’s existing businesses while attracting further investment to boost the local economy and fast-food drive-through located at the main Renishaw entrance circle on Dududu Road will be developed by well-known local business owners The company started the first petrol station in Scottburgh some 97 years ago growing from humble beginnings as it continued to serve the local community all conveniently located at the same 98 Scott Street location Commenting on their expansion into Renishaw Coastal Precinct explained: “We see the Renishaw Coastal Precinct as the dynamic and we are thrilled to be partnering with the team at Renishaw "Hampsons has had close to 100 years in Scott Street and we believe it’s time to expand this side of our business to be an integral part of the future business district of our town!” and drive-through will serve everyone who exits the N2 entering Scottburgh as well as the many residents of Scottburgh and Renishaw Hills – the mature lifestyle estate that forms the first phase of the Renishaw Coastal Precinct’s five-phase development which has seen property values surge by 60% since 2016 was also highlighted by President Cyril Ramaphosa for its significant investment contribution at the fifth SA Investment Conference last year “This is all about the future of Scottburgh The proof is already noted in Renishaw Hill’s success with its prosperous residential estate "We are proud to be a part of this community and have a longstanding history in Scottburgh We pledge to invest further in our local community and see this town go from strength to strength.” Renishaw Coastal Precinct announced it is currently in the advanced stages of negotiation for the construction of a school within the precinct which will significantly influence the area and impact potential property buyers’ decisions when considering investment Joining the sale of the petrol filling station is the site that was sold to Cubisol Property Fund for the construction of a shopping centre and potential apartments With the local Scottburgh Mall one of Cubisol’s assets the company understands the local market and recognises the potential for its future growth “This is an important milestone in the precinct’s story as it indicates that there is significant progress being made in realising this area’s potential,” explained Barto van der Merwe managing director of Renishaw Coastal Precinct He said they consciously chose to work with local businesses to ‘supplement and enhance the existing structures to attract even further interest in the region’: “We don’t want to be in direct competition but are rather taking a holistic approach working together to build the KZN Mid-South Coast This means more job opportunities for local residents and more customers for local businesses.” These recent sales have set off a chain reaction of development within Renishaw Coastal Precinct which will benefit local businesses surrounding communities and attract outside investors further igniting the economic reawakening of the KZN Mid-South Coast Choose a topic below and thereafter view all articles on the topic using the "Next >" button or swiping left Choose a topic below and thereafter view all articles on the topic using the "Next >" button or the keyboard right arrow key A search is ongoing at Scottburgh Point Main Beach Umdoni lifeguards and IPSS Search and Rescue assisted Police Search and Rescue at Scottburgh Point Main Beach on Tuesday morning reportedly went missing in the water at around 19h00 on Monday An NSRI Rocky Bay crewman had raised the alarm following eyewitness reports The SA Police Services and Police Search and Rescue were alerted On Tuesday morning a Police helicopter joined in an extensive air Umdoni lifeguards and IPSS Search and Rescue Police divers are continuing in an ongoing search care and compassion are with the family of the missing young man in this difficult time Sailing Yachts Drift Ashore at Clifton 4th Beach We’re proud to announce that our newly rebuilt NSRI Station 21 in St Francis Bay is now officially open we held a blessing ceremony for two new state-of-the-art rescue vessels: the Spirit of St Francis III .. Gqeberha — The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) today officially celebrated the blessing of its latest state-of-the-art Offshore Rescue Craft (ORC) at a ceremony held at the PE Deep Sea Angling Club building Subscribe today for information about NSRI rescues South Africa (14 June 2024) — Last week as the days winded down to World Ocean Day artist Giffy Duminy was hard at work creating a new wall of sea art to bring a wave of joy to Scottburgh Beach The KwaZulu-natal local and graffiti artist, known and loved for his creations as well as the deep appreciation of nature that inspires much of Giffy’s work went on a painting mission commissioned by The Ocean Festival to showcase natural treasures that don’t always claim the spotlight—anemones and soft coral Candy-striped Anemones and Tiger Anemones to the surface gorgeously through the fresh sea wall that reminds us of our local waterbodies brim with the most fascinating treasures the artist used photographs he captured while scuba diving in the Aliwal shoal marine protected are (offshore from the same beach where the sea wall now stands) in tow with his style that exudes realism and an extra helping of vibrance A post shared by Giffy (@giffyartist) World Ocean Day was celebrated on 8 June under the theme ‘Catalyzing Action for Our Ocean & Climate’. In South Africa, there are many dedicated organisations working hard to protect our oceanscapes from shore to sea, and you can find some of them here. 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Lifesaving South Africa has urged swimmers to heed beach safety precautions and only swim in lifeguard protected areas Picture: DOCTOR NGCOBO Independent Newspapers Durban: Authorities and lifesaving organisations are urging swimmers to exercise caution when swimming at KwaZulu-Natal beaches after two recent incidents along the coast a 17-year-old boy went missing while swimming in Pennington on the South Coast on Wednesday afternoon According to private emergency services provider a group of four teenagers encountered difficulties in the surf at around 1 pm “Lifeguards from Scottburgh responded immediately and conducted a search but the challenging surf conditions forced the search to be called off,” said Samantha Meyrick of IPSS Medical Rescue which will be conducted by the SAPS Search & Rescue team and IPSS This tragedy comes on the heels of a fatal incident at Ansteys Beach on the Bluff earlier this week An 18-year-old boy drowned after being swept out to sea while swimming in a non-bathing area The beach had been closed to swimming due to high E Lifesaving South Africa (LSA) in a statement expressed deep concern over these incidents which it said were becoming more frequent as the holiday season begins “Beach users must swim only in designated areas patrolled by lifeguards and stay between the red and yellow flags,” said Dhaya Sewduth Sewduth highlighted that drowning risks often stem from poor decision-making such as swimming in unsafe areas or ignoring safety warnings “The warm weather should not lead to carelessness Always swim in lifeguard-protected areas during designated duty hours,” he said LSA has also emphasised the critical role of water safety education especially as schools close for the holidays Sewduth noted the efforts of the lifeguards who collectively provide tens of thousands of voluntary duty hours each year “Drowning incidents can often be prevented if swimmers follow basic safety precautions,” Sewduth added “Children and inexperienced swimmers should always stay in shallow water and be supervised by an adult or older teenager Avoid swimming in fast-flowing rivers or hazardous conditions.” pointing to a worrying trend of increased drownings during the festive season “We always see a spike in incidents at this time and it’s devastating for families and communities authorities are calling on the public to prioritise safety “This holiday season should be about creating joyful memories THE MERCURY