Feedback emanating from the business community of Margate is that some experienced a late but better than expected season.Most accommodation establishments reported shorter booking at a time but very good occupancy rate throughout.The Margate Country Club also experienced a slow start in the use of the golf course by visitors however from the 26th to the 5 January there was an influx of visitors who played golf and the rounds played showed an increase compared to 2010.Although we had a lot of rain in the first part, that did not kept the holiday makers from enjoying themselves on the beach and New Years Eve. We have also experienced over crowded beaches on the 1st & 2nd of January.
Whilst security efforts by law enforcers has received positive recognition for their efforts during season, it is widely felt that elevated levels of visible policing, and increased numbers of law enforcement personnel are required particularly on Public Holidays to exercise more effective crowd control, curbing of liquor consumption and enforcement of by-laws. Our sincere thanks to Traffic Department and SAPS for their involvement during the season.A special thanks to Protection Services for patrolling 24/7 all season.
MBA Get Together
In 1980, local business people rallied together to form the Margate Business Association (MBA) in an endeavor to make Margate a better place, not only for the residents but also for the many people who have chosen to make Margate their holiday destination. Our Association is fully aware that the success of our region from a business point of view is not measured on the performance of only a few successful business people, but on the combined efforts of all participants.
The objectives of the MBA are as follows: -
To promote economical growth in Margate;
To undertake or assist in the organisation, promotion and co-ordination of all shows, entertainment, sport and other events contributing to furthering the objectives of the MBA business in general;
To assists its members with advise, guidance and general information regarding local business and other business related matters;
To provide and make available to visitors, business developers and other interested parties any information that will promote the activities and interests of the members of the MBA; and
To initiate, strengthen relationships, bond and co-operate with other associations, person, body or institution, whose objectives are wholly or in part similar to those of the MBA.
The MBA is made up of an Executive Committee, comprising of business people who are elected by its members at the Annual General Meeting. These individuals are highly committed to the association and its objectives, have valuable knowledge of the business climate and endevour to protect the interests of the business community by participating in the following forums: -
Hibiscus Coast Municipality Ward Committee
Hibiscus Coast Municipality Beach Committee
South Coast Tourism
Margate Policing and Sector Crime Forum
After a long year and in anticipation of another busy season, the MBA held an informal Spitbraai at Santana Holiday Resort for all its members and their families. The function was also attended by the Mayor of the Hibiscus Coast, the honorable Cynthia Mqwebu and was held in a relaxed atmosphere with live entertainment provided by Louis Die Strandloper.
MARGATE BUSINESS ASSOCIATION WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANK YOU!
With the Municipal strike finally over, the MBA would like to thank those people and businesses who took the time and effort to assist in keeping Margate Clean.
A special note of thanks to the following businesses and people: -
-Wimpy Town (Marthie Walker)
-Surf Action (Ant Brodowicz)
-Prosperesence Cleaning Services (SakkieCoetzee)
-Wilmers Party Shop (Merlyn & Willem)
We would also like to say thank you to Boeta’s Mini Loads, Resort Maintenance for the collection and dumping of refuse, and resident Chrissie Terblanche who used her own vehicle to assist in this regard.
I would also like to say a big thank you to Corrie Wernick, the Business Liaison Officer of the MBA for her dedication, assistance and hard work in assuring Margate was kept clean.
Gina Horne
Chairperson MBA
Surf Action in Margate KZN wins National Billabong Pro J-Bay window display competition
Friday, 08 July 2011 13:49
Billabong marketing held a Competition for all Surf Shops in South Africa to include 5 themes.
The Annual Sardine Run – ‘’The Greatest Shoal on Earth’’
Tuesday, 31 May 2011 12:14
The Sardine Run is much more than numerous glistening shoals of sardines moving up the coast. It involves and affects many marine animals and can be witnessed from the shore, the sea or the air. And from above or below the clean waters of the Indian Ocean. Great White Sharks, Common Dolphins, and Cape Gannets are four key predators that pursue the shoals northwards along the east coast of South Africa.
