Design the Official Loeries T-Shirt and be a VIP at Creative Week

Published: 27 June 2019

You’ve got ideas. You’ve got talent. And as a young creative, you just need the world to see your amazing creativity, artwork and execution, right? 

Now here’s your opportunity: Submit your most impressive creation for the official Loeries T-Shirt, in partnership with Barron, and you and a partner could be VIPs at Loeries Creative Week in August. 

To enter the competition 

1. Give us your design of what you think the ideal Loeries T-shirt should be. No limits… 

2. Go to loeries.com and download the T-shirt template. Post your creative design to Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag: #LoeriesBarronDesign. Share your designs with the world and get your people liking and loving your posts. The 20 most liked designs will be shortlisted and the Loeries committee will select the winning design. The winning design will be used for the Official Loeries T-shirt at Creative Week.

The winner receives two VIP tickets to Loeries Creative Week, 19 to 25 August, 2019, in Durban (Travel and accommodation excluded). 

Barron has been creating unique corporate and promotional products for over 25 years and is also the proud sponsor of the Media Innovation Category at the Loeries this year. It is a category focused specifically on new methods and approaches to advertising, on any media platform.  

Loeries CEO Andrew Human explains that “the Loeries Africa Middle East celebrates creativity and brilliance in the advertising and marketing space. It rewards brand communications that make us feel something, question the status quo and rethink our way of doing things. We’re delighted that Barron is sponsoring this competition, and we fully expect some unique and interesting design entries.”  Loeries Creative Week takes place in Durban from 22 to 25 August. Go to loeries.com for more information and to book your tickets

GET INTO THE DRIVING SEAT OF YOUR OWN DESTINY WITH THE CHANCE TO WIN A BMW Z4

Published: 05 June 2019

High performance, outstanding technology, German precision and the true sensation of motor sports can be summed up in three simple letters – BMW. The name alone is enough to send a tingle down your spine and conjure up visions of fast lane, top down, wind in your hair low flying. James Bond preferred it shaken and not stirred in a Z8, Ethan Hunt took on Mission Impossible in an i8 and Dominic Toretto was Fast and Furious in an M5…

From envy-inducing movies to global motorways, a BMW always has been and always will be the coveted holy grail for any hot-blooded up and comer. Now the opportunity is on hand for you to join the lust worthy list of Beemer drivers with your very own, incredible BMW Z4. Yes, a stylish BMW Z4 is the prize – So what exactly is the initiative and how can you participate? It’s simple really.

CM Trading, an award-winning online trading company with a reputation for out-of-the-box approach to investment opportunities will be handing over the keys to this magnificent machine to one lucky Business Referrer. It is important to keep in mind that no special training is required for one to become a Business Referrer, anyone can become one. All you need to do to qualify as one is to bring in a minimum of five clients who deposit from $250 upwards for the duration of the competition.

Whether you are a current CM Trading Business Referrer or are new to trading, the opportunity to be a part of an unprecedented campaign allowing all Business Referrers who introduce new clients to the world of online trading the chance to win a stunning BMW Z4 is yours. There has never been a more opportune time to be in the driving seat of your own destiny.

Once five new clients have been brought in, the Business Referrer will be given one ticket into the draw for each client, and chances are exponentially increased with additional tickets for each $250 deposited. Essentially, those in the running for the ultimate prize need to keep their hands firmly on the wheel and navigate the route right up until the checkered flag is waved with a passion and drive equal to that of iconic motorsport winners.

But, put your pedal to the metal, because the competition closes at the end of July. Experiencing the thrill of owning the Ultimate Driving Machine is well within the reach of one and all. Most of us believe that in order to effectively trade or become a successful Business Referrer, you need to be an expert with a large sum of investment capital.

But CM Trading’s goal is to make each and every one of their traders fulfil their full potential and trade like a pro with the development of new and unique software solutions; webinars, training videos and e-books – all for free.

“It is important to understand that anyone can become a trader through our unique website and easy to use and understand portals,” says Daniel Kibel of CM Trading. “You don’t have to be a trading genius or have years of experience as a stockbroker – we have created the platform to allow you to do it yourself.”

To be a part of this incredible campaign to win a BMW Z4 visit www.cmtrading.com or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO GEAR UP YOUR INVESTMENTS ON THE ONLINE INFOBAHN

Published: 10 May 2019

Online trading. A concept that has literally thrust the financial world into the fast lane. But for most armchair investors putting the pedal to the metal to get in on the action of this online infobahn can seem extremely daunting, and without some expert guidance many just get left behind in the pits. With the right tools and support everyone can become a successful trader, but it is also important to continually sustain entrepreneurial growth. With this in mind, CM Trading are running an unprecedented campaign that allows all Business Referrers who introduce new clients to the world of online trading the chance to win a stunning BMW Z4! Yes, you read that right! Just by being a business referrer you could be burning rubber in your very own, very exotic BMW Z4.

CM Trading, an award-winning online trading company is committed to providing an essential investment service to clients who prefer an out-of-the-box approach to investment opportunities. With so many vehicles for financial growth accessible to South African investors, making responsible choices that yield tangible returns requires sound expertise from a partner with a vested interest in your long-term success.

Getting your position on the grid
Knowing just where to start is key to your investment growth. “Although a vast majority of people are familiar with online trading, very few understand exactly where to begin the process”, says Daniel Kibel, Founder and Director of CM Trading. “We are here to rev up the engines in the market. To offer the guidance, tools and support that will become the driving force that not only gets average South African’s into the investment game, but could potentially change one of their lives with our awesome prize.”

Most of us believe that in order to effectively trade, one needs to be an expert with a large sum of investment capital. But this notion has been debunked with their development of new and unique software solutions;  webinars, training videos and e-books – all for free.  “It is important to understand that anyone can become a trader through our unique website and easy to use and understand portals,” says Kibel, ”You don’t have to be a trading genius or have years of experience as a stock broker – we have created the platform to allow you to do it yourself.”

Put both hands on the wheel and take control of your finances
It is important to remember that you are in the driver seat when it comes to the performance of your investments. It’s a hard pill to swallow, but there is simply no quick fix when it comes to making money. It’s up to you to ensure that you’re aware of the risks, mindful of the markets ebb and flow and ultimately make the most out of the opportunity that sound investing offers. When asked if online investing is a savvy financial move, the only advice that Kibel could provide was none. “We are not here to offer investment advice. Our role is to provide our clients with the very best education and tools possible so that each and every one of our traders fulfil their full potential and trade like a pro. It’s a fact that money in the bank provides absolutely no value yield. The return that one can make through online share trading is so much more than the interest rate that the banks will offer you (on a fixed deposit from the major South African banks, the average rate is between nine and ten percent).  Responsible and expertly guided share trading can nett you so much more.”

Providing the driving force behind entrepreneurial growth
Online investment now truly is accessible to one and all. “This is an exciting time to invest. The markets are going wild with the Rand in its current state. Add to that the uncertainty surrounding Brexit, and the stage is set - with the market in a state of flux, one can be assured that there is money to be made”, concludes Kibel.

The crux of the matter is that when it comes to savvy investing, there is no checkered flag offering the sought-after podium finish. Constant warm up laps may be required; you may be forced to slow down and do an economy run every now and then; you will probably have to go up through the gears as you chase pole position… The only certainty is that the online trading circuit, and your navigation of it, is uncertain. It is essentially up to you to choose your team wisely. As the largest Forex broker in SA, and winners of the prestigious Best Performing Broker in Africa Award for the last three years, CM Trading provides a wealth of tools and resources at your fingertips because the better prepared you are, the better your trading performance will be.

To be a part of this incredible campaign to win a BMW Z4 visit www.cmtrading.com  or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Win a trip to Zanzibar worth over R35 000 with Sterns

Published: 13 February 2019

Since 1896, Sterns has been sharing in customers’ joy and special occasions.

Celebrating the month of love this February, Sterns in partnership with Mango Airlines & Diamonds La Gemma dell'Est, would like share the joy with you!Sign up to the TFG Rewards in store or online before the 28th of February 2019 and you could stand a chance to win an all exclusive trip for two to Zanzibar worth over R35 000.

T&C’s apply.To sign up to the TFG Rewards visit  https://www.tfg.co.za/rewards-and-more or your closet Sterns store.

To learn more about Sterns visit http://www.sterns.co.za or @SternsJewellery on Facebook and @sterns_sharejoy on Instagram.

Hank McGregor wins world’s toughest Surfski race for the third time

Published: 31 May 2016

PIETERMARITZBURG, 31 May 2016 – South African surfski paddlers dominated the 40th annual Maui Jim Molokai Challenge in Hawaii on Sunday, 29 May 2016, with Jeep Team’s Hank McGregor leading the charge to claim his third Maui Jim title in relentlessly flat and windless ocean conditions.

McGregor finished the 53km surfski ultra marathon in 3h45, with fellow South Africans Sean Rice and Jasper Mocke finishing 2nd and 3rd respectively in 3h47 and 3h48.

The Maui Jim Molokai Challenge is the world’s oldest surfski race, and also one of the longest and toughest marathons, set across the Kaiwi Channel, between the Hawaiian islands of Molokai and Oahu. Called the ‘Channel of Bones’ by Hawaiians, the channel is renowned for unpredictable, and often extreme, weather conditions that can change in seconds.

2016 was one of the toughest Maui Jim Molokai Challenges in recent years, with paddlers competing in uncomfortably hot and humid conditions, with no downwind to speak of, which saw the race turn into a strategic test of physical strength and endurance.

A few kilometres into the race, a group of five paddlers surged ahead of the pack. This included the South African trio of McGregor, Rice and Mocke, plus Australia’s defending champion Cory Hill and his compatriot, Clint Robinson.

The race soon turned into an individual battle of endurance with each paddler seeking his own line across the channel that was offering no swell, runs or downwind assistance. In these conditions, McGregor’s experience gave him the edge he needed to find quicker lines and to finish at Maunalua Beach Park a minute and a half clear of second-placed Rice.

Said McGregor, “Last year I came so close to winning, so to come back and win now is awesome, and everything that I had hoped for. It was hot and brutal out there – probably one of the toughest surfski races I’ve ever done, and yet again living up to its name. Congrats to all my fellow countrymen that did so well!”

McGregor first won the race in 2009, followed by a second victory in 2014. In 2015, he led the field until the final two kilometres when Australians Cory Hill and Clint Robinson pipped him to the finish line.

2016 MAUI JIM MOLOKAI CHALLENGE RESULTS

  1. Hank McGregor (RSA) 3:45:34
  2. Sean Rice (RSA) 3:47:01
  3. Jasper Mocké (RSA) 3:48:19
  4. Clint Robinson (Aus) 3:49:20
  5. Joey Hall (Aus) 4:01:02 

Other Jeep Team results…

Surfski

In Durban, Jeep Team’s Barry Lewin claimed 3rd place in the 15km Winkle SLC Surfski Race, which took place on Sunday, 29 May.

The Winkle Race was one of the preliminary events leading up to the FNB Durban Downwind on 25 June 2016, which also doubles as a World Surfski Series event.

MTB

In the North West province, Jeep Team’s Pierre Smith competed in the season-opening event of the 2016 Gauteng Nissan Trailseeker MTB Series, which took place on Saturday, 28 May.

Smith finished the 70km marathon through the Mabalingwe Game Reserve in 8th overall in 2h37. Max Knox won the Men’s race in 1h51, followed by Martien Venter in 2nd (2h07) and Heine Engelbrecht in 3rd (2h29).

Said Smith, “I had some great fun at the 1st Nissan Trailseeker race. I’m happy with a solid 8th overall after some tough races thus far. Thanks for all the support from everyone.”

On Sunday, Jeep Team’s Thinus Redelinghuys competed in the 54km Hollard Jozi Urban MTB Adventure.

The unusual race, in partnership with City Parks and Johannesburg Zoo, took riders on an urban adventure through Johannesburg’s parks and outdoor recreation facilities, with the route passing through interesting features that included storm water drains, underground tunnels and floating bridges.

Redelinghuys finished 5th overall and 1st Senior in 2h09.

#JeepTeamSA 

Have a look at the following platforms to keep up to date with Jeep Team SA:

Website: www.jeepteam.co.za
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jeepteamsa
Twitter: @jeepteamsa
Instagram: JeepTeamSA

Editors’ Notes
Photo credits to Anthony Grote / Gameplan Media.
For more information please contact Bronwen Blunden on 079 060 1905 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Supreme Flour "A Recipe for Creativity" calls for entries.

Published: 27 November 2014

The Supreme Flour "A Recipe for Creativity" competition is open to all bakers who are residents of South Africa. If you are a professional baker, a student baker or bake to sell, this competition is for you!

Stand a chance of winning one 20 Macadams litre industrial cake mixer worth R14 500 by sending a recipe, accompanied by a photograph, of your favourite festive season treat. The recipe needs to include one or more Supreme Flour products, such as any Supreme wheat product or Supreme prepared mix. Ensure that the Supreme Cake Flour features as a core ingredient.

All entries must be received by Tuesday, 16 December 2014 at 23:59. The recipes will then be evaluated and tested by the Supreme Flour panel of judges on Thursday, 18 December 2014 and the winner will be announced on Monday, 22 December 2014. The winner will be contacted telephonically and published on the website. 

Here’s your chance to flourish your creativity and capability. Here’s your chance to win the magnificent cake mixer. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity of displaying your Flour Power, that’s if you are indeed “Born to Bake.”  

Supreme has become one of South Africa's most loved and trusted wheat flour brand. Supreme offers a range of wheat flours, as well as prepared mixes, which are milled at Foodcorp's long-standing milling site in Pretoria. Supreme has been the professional bakers’ choice since 1919.

To enter the competition visit: http://www.supremeflour.co.za/competitions/?utm_campaign=festivecompetition&utm_source=TF&utm_medium=pressrelease. Competition prize queries may be directed to Foodcorp Milling Division on (012) 308 3208, from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until 16 December 2014.

Media contact person:
Liezel van Bergen, FC HO Marketing
Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tel: (011) 549 1086

2ND DIAMOND AWARD FOR HOTEL IZULU

Published: 28 October 2014

October 2014– At the 2014 Diner’s Club Winelist Awards, the 5-star Hotel Izulu, Ballito, has been awarded, for the second time, the impressive Diamond status, gaining a score of over 90%, for its new and extensive wine list.

This is the fifth year that the Hotel has won an award and the second year it has gained the prestigious Diamond status.   States Managing Director, Grant Pringle: “We’re incredibly proud of the team for achieving this and gaining such high results due to our new culinary and beverage experiences.

Based on organic ingredients the extensive menus in Gigi’s Brasserie, the private Chef’s Table, the romantic Wine Cellar and banqueting in the Imbizo Hall have all been created by Executive Chef, Jennifer du Toit.

Our pioneering monthly Wine Markets, in conjunction with leading and award-winning South African Wine Estates, have really gone a long way to uplifting wine awareness in our region.”  

Create a video capturing your most inspired South African moment!

Published: 04 December 2008
{pp}You could win an all expenses paid, dream trip to South Africa - simply by creating a video and uploading it to YouTube.