Build a boma in one weekend
With a few basic materials and a bit of weekend effort, you can create a beautiful family boma using stone, brick or recycled materials.
Local Lifestyle
Practical tips and timeless advice for everyday life and living in Barberton.
When distant wars reach our petrol pumps
Recent tensions and military conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the United States have once again reminded the world how closely global events and local economies are connected.
Words leave traces: digital etiquette in a small community
Digital platforms have become an extension of our community life. Facebook groups, WhatsApp discussions and online newspapers form part of our daily conversations
Weekend getaways: affordable escapes and hidden gems in the Lowveld
Most towns in the Lowveld is perfectly positioned for weekend getaways that do not require expensive flights or long road trips.
Staying safe on the roads: mountain passes, potholes and the human factor
All roads into Barberton lead over a mountain pass, and right now, those roads are testing even the most experienced drivers.
Barberton’s flowering trees and the allergy factor
Barberton is almost always in bloom, as the late Dr Dirks so wisely observed. Perhaps the key lies in learning how to manage the pollen, while still appreciating the beauty that surrounds us.
Here’s why Greenstone Trading Post should be on your Barberton list
Once the historic Impala Hotel, the Greenstone Trading Post is now home to a vibrant collection of local businesses, each adding its own flavour to this restored Barberton landmark.