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HOT 1027 NOT BREAKING NEWS

From the top of K2 to the dusty trails left behind by Heritage series Land Rovers across Africa, the Hot1027 news team is hard at work unearthing the gems among us who are colouring outside the lines and beating the odds. We have a knack for finding the everyday heroes who are making a difference and cutting through red tape... These outstanding stories rarely get the attention they deserve because they're not considered "Breaking News". That's why we're "Not Breaking News".
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922 Episodes
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HOT1027's junior listeners share their Valentine's Day plans

On Valentines Day children are getting ready to hand-deliver homemade cards, dish out hugs, and set up play-dates with cousins. The adults tend to complicate matters on the 14th of February , but some of our "littler" listeners seem to have it all figured out.. HOT1027's Tara Penny sat down…
14 Feb 2024 2 min

"A Midmar Mile Veteran" : Gail sets her sights on her 50th swim

The 51st edition of the Midmar Mile will be staged this Sunday. The 2 day event is expected to draw thousands of swimmers from around the country. Gail Bristow - a veteran of the race - has told HOT1027 news she’s gearing up to mark a very special milestone. HOT102.7’s…
6 Feb 2024 1 min

"No one should have to die alone" : Why palliative care is a vocation

Medical professionals caring for terminal patients have opened up about the important work they do to ease the suffering of children, women and men. Yesterday was “World Cancer Day” and we’re casting the floodlight on the selfless palliative care workers who comfort both patients and their families in the final…
5 Feb 2024 1 min

"Help is readily available" : SA marks World Cancer Day

On “World Cancer Day”, everyone is being reminded that difficult journeys do not have to be walked alone. The disease affects countless people -directly and indirectly - with many unaware of the resources available to help them. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
2 Feb 2024 1 min

The HOT102.7 app is being downloaded all over the world!

The company we hired to build our HOT102.7 app says it’s "blown away" by the massive number of downloads all over the world. From Japan to Iceland, Kazakhstan to the States, thousands of people from several countries are tuning in for their dose of Joburg’s Best Old Skool and R&B…
2 Feb 2024 2 min

Bikers gear up for the 2024 Ubuntu Breakfast run

Thousands of bikers are getting ready for the annual "Ubuntu Breakfast Run" this weekend. The Gauteng leg of the International event will be leaving Fourways at 9am on Sunday and traffic will be affected temporarily along certain routes. HOT1027’s Tara Penny takes a look…
26 Jan 2024 1 min

Retired police dog "Buddy" gets a special medal for bravery

For the first time in Gauteng’s history a retired police Border Collie has been honoured with a special medal for bravery. Having sniffed out more than R100 million worth of drugs over his illustrious 3 year career in the police's K9 unit, “Buddy” was shot in the line of duty…
19 Jan 2024 2 min

Bright futures ahead for the top matrics from the class of '23

Many of the top achievers of the matric class of 2023 are now gearing up for careers in actuarial science , astrophysics , engineering , law and business science. The IEB class of 2023 achieved an overall pass rate of 98.46% in the 2023 National Senior Certificate examinations. HOT1027’s Tara…
18 Jan 2024 1 min

An anxious wait for the matric class of '23

While hundreds of thousands of children head back to school this week, it’s also an anxious wait for the matric class of 2023 who are counting down the days to their results. The basic education department will be announcing the national pass rate on Thursday and matrics will be allowed…
15 Jan 2024 1 min

Back to School 2024 : "What should be going into the lunchboxes?"

With kids getting ready to kick off the academic year next week, many parents are racking their brains for ideas about what to put in their children’s lunchboxes. The start of the school year can be a frustrating time for parents and guardians trying to make sure their girls and…
12 Jan 2024 2 min

Padkos & Playdough : Episode 8 : Getting crafty over the holidays

With time on our hands over the holidays, experts are reminding parents and guardians that everyday objects can be used to ignite creativity during playtime with our kids.. We roped in some experts to help us navigate the holidays with suggestions on how to spend quality playtime with our kids…
22 Dec 2023 2 min

Padkos & Playdough : Episode 7 : QUALITY over quantity

As parents and guardians take advantage of the holidays, experts are reminding us that when it comes to spending time with our kids, quality is more important than quantity. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
22 Dec 2023 2 min

Padkos & Playdough : Episode 6 : The GREAT outdoors

And Whether you’re going away or having a staycation, parents and guardians are being urged to create mini-adventures with their children this festive season. Hot1027 News has rounded up some experts to help us think of ways to spend quality time with our children while navigating the holidays. HOT1027’s Tara…
21 Dec 2023 2 min

Padkos & Playdough : Episode 5 : Getting your kids to eat healthy snacks

With many families taking road trips this festive season , parents are being urged to think about ways to incorporate healthy food into their travel plans.. Hot1027 News is looking at how parents can maximise quality time with their children over the festive season, by sharing ideas on games, nutrition…
21 Dec 2023 2 min

Padkos & Playdough: Episode 4 : Getting the most out of the road trip

With thousands of families taking advantage of the December break, parents might be racking their brains for ways to keep their little ones occupied on the road trips. HOT1027 News has brought in a few early childhood development experts to give us ideas on how to get the most out…
21 Dec 2023 2 min

Padkos & Playdough : Episode 3 : The power of playdough

With children on school holidays, parents are being urged to embrace the power of playdough. HOT1027 news has roped in professionals to help us navigate the holiday season and get the most out of time with our kids. And all of them agree, it starts with putting down the smartphones…
20 Dec 2023 1 min

Slinky the cat reunited with his owner after 10 years!

A Joburg cat has been reunited with his owner - 10 years after disappearing! "Slinky" went missing a decade ago shortly after his owner Mr Swart moved house. In a remarkable turn of events this week, Slinky was brought into the Randburg SPCA and when they checked his microchip ,…
20 Dec 2023 1 min
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