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CLUSTERS - mirror the design IMPORTANT CONTACTS 05 08 FROM THE ESTATE MANAGER 15 IN YOUR GARDEN 20 PLANT POWER 24 CLASSIFIEDS 27 CHICKEN MOUSSAKA 28 FROM THE GYM MANAGER 30 PROPERTY INVESTMENT 32 HOW TO PLAN A GOURMET PICNIC 36 ARTWORK INSPO 40 CHOOSE YOUR FILTERS 43 LOST PETS HILLS BUSINESS NETWORK 44 THETEXTURE - create interest
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Estate Manager Things that go bump in the night... is what quite a few of our residents have recently woken up to during the small hours of the morning. Some of those bold enough to brave the freezing temperatures to investigate then unexpectedly made the acquaintance of some of the more, shall we say, peculiar inhabitants that we share our estate with, making a nuisance of themselves by knocking over the refuse bins in search of food. But no reason to be too alarmed. While these critters can respond aggressively when threatened or cornered, and especially when they have young, they are also known to be very shy and wary of us humans. The bushpig (Potamochoerus Larvatus) is a member of the pig family that is endemic to our woodlands, forests, riverine vegetation, and reedbeds in Southern and Eastern Africa. Bushpigs are mainly nocturnal animals that hideaway in the dense bush or underground during the day which is why we rarely come across them while the sun is up. At nighttime,
however, they tend to roam into agricultural areas where they forage for food which is why they are then hunted fairly extensively. Their population in such areas continues to grow despite the hunting efforts largely due to inaccessible terrains, an abundance of food, a lack of predators, and their rapid ability to adapt to hunting methods used. They then also sometimes find their way into residential areas bordering their territory and The Hills is no exception it would seem. Adult bushpigs reach from 66cm to 100cm in height at the shoulder and can weigh anything from 55kg to 150kg. The males are normally larger than the females. They resemble the domestic pig and can be identified by their blunt, muscular snouts, small eyes, pointed, tufted ears, and buckled toes. Their colour varies from reddish-brown to dark brown and they typically become darker with age. Both sexes have a lighter-coloured mane which bristles when the animal becomes agitated. The upper parts of the face and ears are also lighter in colour. Their sharp tusks are fairly short and inconspicuous and unlike their warthog relatives, they run with their tails held down. Bushpigs are very social animals and are
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found in sounders of up to twelve members. A typical group will consist of a dominant male and a dominant female with other females and juveniles accounting for the rest. Litters of three to four young are born in the summer after a gestation period of approximately four months. They are omnivorous and their diet includes roots, crops, and carrion. They grunt softly while foraging and make a long, resonant growl when alarmed. As far as we know, bushpigs have always occurred naturally in our area although their numbers are dwindling as a result of the ongoing development around us and the subsequent reduction in their natural habitat. They seek their refuge in the fenced-off game reserve and it is only recently that they have been spotted
elsewhere in the more densely developed regions of our estate. We suspect that they dig their way underneath the game fence at night in search of food and then return to the game reserve again before daybreak. We have investigated various ways of dealing with this and it seems that, in the interest of the safety of the bushpigs and residents alike, they will have to be captured and safely relocated to a suitable destination in the wild. Our wildlife management experts have therefore recommended to us the strategic placement of game capturing cages using their food of choice as bait that will attract them.
In the meantime, however, we suggest that you rather wait for the dawn to come on collection day before taking out the refuse.
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Covid hits a little too close to home! Covid 19 is quickly becoming an unfavorable word and lockdown is now our new normal. Trying our best by doing our part, by sanitizing, practicing good hygiene, social distancing, thinking if we do this we will never be affected. Little did I know that the virus would present itself in my home after one of my wife’s colleagues became ill and another person succumbed, my wife and I have tested Covid positive shortly afterward and we had to self-isolate. Luckily we only experienced mild symptoms, but as you all know, not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
a scratching throat, they get sent home and asked to self-isolate. We had two officers who had to self-isolate and went for tests, luckily both tested negative. The driver transporting all the officers and the vehicle is sanitized, we also encourage you to use the sanitizers at the gates following this procedure:
Step 1: Sanitize hand. Step 2: Use the biometric profile to open the boom gate. Step 3: Sanitize hand How do we control the spread? Step 4: Make sure your mask is on at In my case, the HOA and I acted very fast, arrival at the gate. informing everyone I was in contact with and taking the necessary measures to stop the Please be safe and report any suspicious spread, not the same can be said for other behavior or rule infringements. companies, therefore we ask all residents to please take note, it only takes one delivery, Our control room can be contacted in an one visitor to cause a spread we cannot stop. emergency and we can escalate the problem to all emergency services. Stay safe, stay home, and adhere to the regulations. Please find herewith the contact number for security: SECURITY No security officer tested positive for COVID Security control room: 0828263761 19 thus far. We use thermometers to test fever, Landline: 012 996 1610 documenting the results daily. If any symptoms Security Manager: 0768217567 get reported even if it is just a runny nose or 12 | ISSUE 4 | 2 0 2 0 | T H E H I L L S E STAT E
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We’re not quite yet done with winter, but it is certainly time to start planning and planting for warmer weather. Remember, spring is just around the corner and Plantland is stocked to the brim with instant colour. Don’t forget to put out seeds for our feathered friends, which are slowly returning to the garden!
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Rose Colours And Their Meanings
Go on the colour run in your garden with annuals: Trays of pretty flowering snapdragon seedlings, both the tall and dwarf varieties, are available now at Plantland. Also remember that you can still plant pansies and violas, which will flower till late summer if set out in cooler areas of the garden with morning sun and afternoon shade – they will be in full flower at your favourite Plantland now, so you will be able to choose the colours you love!
A Kiss Of Red Seen as a reflection of the perfect beauty, the classic red rose is a traditional symbol of love and romance. The deeper the red, the more ‘unconscious’ its beauty. And like true love, endures endlessly. Explore our favourite red rose varieties below:
Petunias, whether purchased in trays, hanging baskets or small pots, are always a winner at this time of year. They are not fussy and simply require a sunny spot with regular removal of the spent flowers. Feed them regularly with a liquid plant food (Nitrosol or Guanoflow) and they will go on for months in your garden, providing splashes of colour!
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• Builders Passion Red: Evocative and fullbodied, Builders Passion roses have a bright red colour that intensifies with age. • Grey Kollege Rose: Named after the boys’ school, Grey College, in Bloemfontein, Grey Kollege roses are long-stemmed and have an exquisite red colour. Blushing Pink Delicate and sweet, the pale pink of a rose denotes feelings of affection and gentleness, and are often associated with admiration and happiness. The
following varieties are some of our favourites in this colour: • Bloomin Easy Rose: A modern bouquet rose, the Bloomin Easy pink rose plant produces double pink flowers on each stem, with thick, bushy growth. • My Granny: One of our most popular roses, My Granny is a spreading shrub rose, with light pink, rosette-shaped blooms. • Princess Charlene De Monaco: Fresh and beautiful, and fit for a South African princess. These roses are pastel pink with a slight ochre tint. Sunshine Yellow Feelings of warmth and associations of friendliness define the bright and cheerful yellow rose. They are often given in bouquets as a token of friendship and joy. Here are some of our most treasured yellow rose shrubs: • Stodels Beauty: This rose shrub yields distinctive, bright golden-yellow blooms with a small red edge. • Germiston Gold: The floriferous Germiston Gold produces a magnificent display of golden-yellow roses with sharp, pointed buds.
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new beginnings. There are plenty of gorgeous white roses to choose from for your rose garden, but we’ve picked out our top three for you below: • Iceberg: South Africa’s rose garden number one, the free-flowering Iceberg plant yields stunning white roses in abundance. • Flower Carpet: As its name suggests, the deciduous Flower Carpet spreads into a thick bush of pure white roses. Electric Orange The vibrant orange rose symbolises energy and excitement, a passionate desire and romantic connection. If you’re interested in planting orange roses in your garden, consider these: • Nelson Mandela Rose: Named in honour of Nelson Mandela, these fiery orange roses are disease-resistant and grow to more than a metre in height. • Just Joey: With its fruity fragrance and large, copper-apricot-coloured double roses, Just Joey is a rose garden go-to. Perfect Peach A symbol of appreciation, the soft and elegantlooking peach rose expressed gratitude for a relationship. If you love peach roses as much as we do, take a look at this variety: • Bloomin Easy Rose: This scented, climbing rose shrub produces cream-peach blooms with undertones of pink.
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Pure white Pure and unassuming, the crisp white rose represents innocence and charm, and is often associated with
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Perfection with perennials Go for flower power with Osteospermum, they are great for rock gardens and containers, or wherever bright splashes of colour are needed. Hurry to get yours at your favourite Plantland branch. Then chase away the last winter blues with Nemesia hybrids. Most are compact and sweetly scented and will flower repeatedly after a light trim. Another option We are blessed with many different types of vivacious vygies, succulent groundcovers and delospermums that can definitely take spring to a more colourful dimension when they smother themselves in luminous, satiny flowers. The Vygie Purple Parade is an all-time favourite. Pelargoniums are at their best at this time of the year, and there are lots of species and hybrids to choose from. They are great in the garden and lovely for pots, especially hanging baskets, and can supply colour all summer long.
Revive the Lawn It’s time for the ‘spring treatment’, which means a low cut, firm raking, spiking, generous feeding, levelling out and covering with a nutritious blanket of organic Malanseuns lawn dressing available at every Plantland branch. There are many good, reliable products available that will wake your lawn up from its winter sleep, and 7.1.3 form Efekto or Protek is a firm favourite! This is normally done in August, while September is still fine for colder areas. However, this treatment should only be applied to runner-type lawns like kikuyu. For more tips and tricks regarding lawn Plantland has all the knowledge you will need to get that luscious green lawn you dream of. 18 | ISSUE 4 | 2 0 2 0 | T H E H I L L S E STAT E
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P L A N T P OW E R By Cara Harris
Indoor plants are the best way to bring nature into the home. But when thinking about which plant to choose, do you consider whether it’s indigenous, and how and where it was grown? This article will explore the best indigenous plants to include in each area of your home, the benefits and uses of each, and why we should be asking for organically grown when looking to green our spaces.
BENEFITS OF ORGANICALLY GROWN INDIGENOUS PLANTS * Many can be harvested for flavourful foods, health-promoting tonics, delicious teas and other beverages, fragrant crafts, and first aid remedies. * All play a role in biodiversity conservation, helping to restore local ecosystems and provide habitats for wildlife. * They support the local wellbeing economy, helping to create meaningful nature-friendly employment. * Many provide a feast for the senses, with a variety of naturally relaxing, health-promoting sights, smells, tastes and textures. * They create opportunities for children (and adults) to engage with nature, discovering and exploring the intricate web of life.
IN THE KITCHEN Indigenous plants well suited to the kitchen include culinary herbs, edible plants and first aid remedies. Aromatic herbs like African mint, wild garlic, wild rosemary and blue sage do well in large planters in sunny spots or in kitchen gardens. These fragrant, essential oil-rich plants are useful to flavour dishes, and can be used in much the same way as their overseas counterparts. Try a wild rosemary vegetable roast, 20 | ISSUE 4 | 2 0 2 0 | T H E H I L L S E STAT E
new potatoes with chopped wild garlic leaves and mint, or a spekboom leaf and watermelon summer salad. Our indigenous herbs can also be used to create delicious beverages. Enjoy a calming yet refreshing African mint iced tea, vitamin C-rich num-num fruits in your morning smoothie, or a sprig of zesty spekboom in your gin and tonic. Minor ailments can be treated with indigenous first aid remedies made from your kitchen herbs. The soothing and mildly antiseptic sap from bulbine leaves and crushed spekboom leaves are useful in helping to heal minor burns and cuts in the kitchen. Try sipping on antibacterial and pain-relieving blue sage, wild garlic and honey tea to soothe a sore throat, or wild rosemary and mint tea for indigestion. * Bulbine – Bulbine frutescens * African mint – Menta longifolia * Wild rosemary – Eriocephalus africanus * Blue sage – Salvia africana * Spekboom – Portulacaria afra * Wild garlic – Tulbagia violacea * Num-num – Carissa macrocarpa
IN THE BATHROOM Bathrooms tend to have the highest humidity in the home, and suit plants that like the extra moisture in the air. Ferns enjoy this climate, and our indigenous krauss spike moss is a good choice here. Plants that are happy in lower light levels are also suited to bathrooms. Spatula-leaf crassula and hen-and-chickens look beautiful cascading down from a shelf or hanging baskets. The zebra plant is an easy-care option that looks great on a bright bathroom windowsill or countertop.
THE | HEALTH THE &| WELLNESS * Krauss spike moss - Selaginella kraussiana * Spatula-leaf crassula - Crassula spathulata * Hen-and-chickens - Chlorophytum comosum * Zebra plant - Haworthiopsis attenuata
IN THE BEDROOM We spend a considerable amount of our lives tucked up in our beds, and quality sleep is vital for our wellbeing. Plants can play an important role in creating a peaceful space that encourages relaxation and calmness, and is conducive to deep restorative sleep. Indigenous plants that add sensual and calming interest to bedrooms include fragrant plants, small succulents and trailing creepers. The gardenia tree, with its aromatic white flowers and thicket spurflower with scented leaves, is happy in bright light areas. Gorgeous rose- and peppermint-scented pelargoniums need some sun, and are best placed on a windowsill or sunny spot. Indigenous trailing plants to consider for a hanging basket or shelf include Cape ivy and canary creeper. And for the romantics, look out for the extraordinary David’s root with its soft heart-shaped leaves. * Cape ivy - Senecio macroglossus * Canary creeper - Senecio tamoides * Gasteria - Gasteria liliputana var. bicolor * Gardenia tree - Gardenia thunbergia * Thicket spurflower - Plectranthus madagascariensis * Rose-scented geranium - Pelargonium graveolens * Peppermint-scented geranium - Pelargonium tomentosum
IN THE LIVING AREA Living rooms can provide a variety of plant-friendly spaces, and extra floor space may allow for larger plants and even small trees. Many of our indigenous fig trees, for example, are happy in bright to medium light. This includes the forest fig tree, which looks beautiful growing tall in a corner of a room. The largeleaf dragon tree is another option that grows tall and slim and enjoys medium to high light. The bird of paradise provides a spectacular indoor option in areas with a lot of bright light, as do our indigenous wild olive and sand olive trees.
* Cape aloe – Aloe ferox * Spicy buchu – Agathosma capensis; Garlic buchu - Agathosma apiculata * Pig’s ears – Cotyledon orbiculata * Starry wild jasmine - Jasminum multipartitum * Sour fig – Carpobrotus edulis
Plants add softness to the home, and a green haven to which to return. They’re fun to share with family and friends, and offer a means to connect with each other and nature. Owning organically grown indigenous plants takes this wellbeingpromoting ability to a whole new level - from conserving local biodiversity to soothing a sore throat, all while doing no harm.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Cara Harris is the Creative Director of HAPPY BY NATURE, an indigenous nursery, nature shop and event space that promotes wellbeing in the middle of the Mother City. Everything they create and curate is locally sourced and organically grown. They are passionate about assisting Capetonians in creating urban gardens and green living/work spaces that nurture wellbeing. Whether you need a plant or nature-inspired gift, want to attend a workshop, require a consultation or just need a moment to reconnect with nature, pop in for a visit. They are always ready to share their wealth of knowledge over a glass of homemade herbal iced tea. www.happybynature.com
* Large-leaf dragon tree - Dracaena aletriformis * Forest fig - Ficus craterostoma * Bird of paradise - Strelitzia reginae * Sand olive - Dodonaea viscosa var. angustifolia * Wild olive - Olea europaea subsp. africana
BALCONIES & SMALL GARDENS If you are lucky enough to have a balcony or garden, you can greatly expand on how you create with nature and nurture wellbeing with organically grown, indigenous plants. If you do not have an outside area, explore if there are any spaces in your neighbourhood or at work that would be suitable. By selecting the correct plants for your specific environment, you can create habitats for wildlife including birds, bees and butterflies, and play a role in biodiversity conservation. If you like entertaining, perhaps consider a garden full of fragrant aromatic plants and culinary herbs to flavour your inspired indigenous food dishes and drinks. Or what about an indigenous medicine garden where you can harvest useful, beneficial plants for your family and pets, and create first aid remedies for many common minor complaints?
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Classifieds There are so many small businesses around us who depend on the income they make, with the lockdown the reality is that most of these smaller businesses will not be able to generate income, but there is still a way to support each other. How? By placing an order, buying something or paying for a service and receiving it later. Small businesses need our support now more than ever. Let’s trust and support each other. Samosas, springrolls, chutney & pickles sold to order. Contact Devaksha Maharaj WhatsApp 081 517 9589 or email devaksha.maharaj@gmail. com, stand number is 482. --Bakeatsa cakes & cupcakes Please follow our pages on @Bakeatsa on Instagram twitter & Facebook .Orders accepted via WhatsApp or email Orders@bakeat.co.za 0734499854 --Oder your fresh vegie and fruit box from Garden of Eden. Fresh from the farm to your kitchen. Contact Lizl 082 309 9289 --Pressed-In-Time Atterbury: We do all sorts of Dry Cleaning and Laundry, Ironing, Alterations and Tailoring of Clothes and Curtains, Shoe Cleaning and Repairing. We can pick up and drop off in The Hills Estate. Address: Shop 6, Atterbury Boulevard, cnr Atterbury Road and Manitoba Drive, Faerie Glen. Contact number : 071 404 5977 --Order your ready made meals from Azani Caterers, we have a variety of ready made meals such as Beef, Chicken, Pulled Pork Lasagne, Bobotie, Macaroni and Cheese, Chicken Currie, Cottage Pie, Chicken a la King, Soups, Vegetables such as creamed spinach, sweet butternut and more! Contact Marinza 083 601 6126. --I am a qualified teacher that offers online tutoring. I have an excellent online platform that is accessible to anyone with internet connectivity. I can assist parents 24 | ISSUE 4 | 2 0 2 0 | T H E H I L L S E STAT E
with lesson plans, activity ideas and real life online classes. Denisha 076 733 6597 --Art Classes for Kids and Adults contact Stef 082 804 3508 --Mandarin Classes: Contact Lin Ye on 0723805066. --Indian home cooked meals freshly prepared daily. Contact Shenaaz on 0828779750. --Nadia Swart Photography 0724584162 nadiaswartphotos@gmail.com DOMESTIC WORKERS Florah is looking for domestic work. She is trustworthy and a good communicator. She speaks Afrikaans and Sepedi. 082 4757 186. --Looking for a domestic 2 x a week? Sophie is a hardworking lady looking for accomodation in or close to The Hills. She is currently with us 5 days a week but if you have domestic quarters and would like to make use of her 2 x a week, please contact me! Anri: 0832784176 --Domestic helper : My live-in domestic worker, Sinah, is looking for extra work on Monday and Thursday. Please contact Mrs Van Vuuren at 082 466 0066.
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Chicken Moussaka d o o F Soul Delicious, flavourful and hearty
Ingredients: • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1/4 cup Greek/Plain yoghurt 1 tsp finely grated Ginger 2 Garlic cloves, crushed 1 tsp Chili powder Finely grated Zest and Juice of 1 lime 750g Supreme Chicken fillets, chopped 70g unsalted Butter, chopped 1/3 cup (50g) plain Flour 700ml Milk 2 large Potatoes, cut into slices 1 large Eggplant, thinly sliced 2 tbs extra virgin olive Oil 100g coarsely grated Haloumi
Butter Chicken Sauce: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
1 tbs Butter 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 cinnamon barb 5g Ginger, finely grated 1 Red chlli, thinly sliced 1/2 tsp Chili powder 1 tsp each ground Cumin, ground Coriander and Garam masala 1 tbs ground Turmeric 1/4 cup dried Coconut 1/4 cup Cashews, finely chopped 2 Tomatoes, finely chopped 1 tsp brown Sugar 1 tsp Tamarind paste 3/4 cup Cream
Method:
To marinate chicken, combine yoghurt, ginger, garlic, chili powder, lime zest and juice. Cover fillets and chill overnight. The next day, remove chicken from the marinade. Heat oil in a large saucepan over high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and just cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside. Butter chicken sauce: Return the saucepan to medium-high heat and add butter, onion, garlic, cinnamon, ginger and fresh chili. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion has softened. Add remaining spices and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes to infuse. Add coconut, cashew, tomato, sugar, tamarind paste and cream. Reduce to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes to infuse. Discard cinnamon, transfer sauce to a blender and mix until smooth. Add chopped chicken chunks. To make the white sauce, melt 70g butter in a medium saucepan over high heat. Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 3-4 minutes. Slowly whisk in milk and bring to a simmer, stirring, until sauce thickens. Cover surface directly with plastic wrap and set aside until needed. Preheat the oven to 220°C. Grease 2 baking trays and line with baking paper. Arrange potato and eggplant separately on prepared trays in a single layer. Brush with oil and roast, with the potatoes on the higher shelf, for 30 minutes or until both are tender. Spoon butter chicken into a casserole dish. Top with eggplant and potato, then white sauce and Haloumi.
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Gym Manager How time flies? To think it has only been forty months since January! Or is that just how it feels? We are now still under lockdown level 3, with no outlook for gyms to open in the near future. That means we are still keeping ourselves fit and healthy at home. This month we are focusing on the immune system. The World Health Organization suggests building your immune system to fight Covid19. So let’s have a look at how to cultivate a strong immune system. Building and strengthening your immune system is about healthy habits. You can’t go to the gym once for nine hours and expect to be fit. The same goes for healthy living. Don’t try to change your whole lifestyle instantly. Just make a few good choices every day. Here is a handy list of scientifically proven immune boosters from Mather Hospital in New York to get started:
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1. Don’t smoke 2. Eat a colorful diet rich in fruits and veggies 3. Exercise regularly 4. Maintain a healthy body weight 5. If you drink alcohol, only do so in moderation 6. Get enough sleep 7. Wash your hands frequently 8. Try to minimize stress 9. Have a good laugh. Laughter isn’t just a quick pick me up. It has longer lasting effects as well. Laughter has the ability to reduce your stress levels and as a result can potentially help you fight off illness. The government is already assisting you with number 1. This is as good a time as ever to kick the smoking habit. I can suggest Allan Carr’s program to quit smoking. It has seen worldwide success and is even free through some leading medical aid providers. Maintain a healthy diet by simply having healthy food available in your house. Put some fruit in a bowl on the counter to snack on. When it comes to exercise, few things beat walking. Not only is walking a leading immune booster, you will also get a good dose of vitamin D. Hiking for 30 minutes twice a week will do the trick. And we live in such a beautiful estate, so no excuses đ&#x;˜Š If you want to work up a sweat, join one of our free online classes. The Hills Gym provides its normal service, but now from the comfort of your own home via Zoom. Why not get the whole family to join in?
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HEREWITH OUR ZOOM GROUP CLASS SCHEDULE: Mondays PILATES 08:30 - 09:30 R70 p/class
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INVESTMENT Ernes Stander, Property Investment Coach
“I will invest 33% of my income towards your retirement” -Tenant
market’’ and “interest rates are low”, but is that enough reason to invest in property and does that by itself make property the best investment for you?
Below you will find my three favorite reasons for investing in property, and why I believe you should too:
I clearly remember as a child how my dad encouraged my siblings and me to save some money during the year so that we would be able to buy nice things over the December holidays. His favourite strategy was to match us for every Rand that we saved. A guaranteed 100% return on investment was a no brainer! As I got older, I started looking The lower the risk, the higher the return for similar investment opportunities and almost lost hope. That was until I found and Property is the one investment were the understood property investments. lower your risk is, the higher your return will be. What is the difference between a low risk We all hear statements like “it’s a buyer’s or higher risk property? The risk factor lies
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in the price that you pay for a property. ,If you overpay on a property, your risk will be higher, and the return will be lower. So, the key to a good property investment is to buy a property below market value. This will make your investment a low risk, high return one and might even pay for your next destination holiday or dream lifestyle. I do, however, suggest that you make use of a property investment coach to help you find below market value properties in a good area.
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Your tenants are paying for your retirement
According to the financial advising industry one should save about 15% of your monthly income towards your retirement. Do you think the super-rich are saving 15% of their income in a Retirement Annuity? No, they use leverage to accumulate wealth and so should you. Multiple tenant pay on average a third of their income towards the investor’s investment portfolio in the form of rent. So, You do not need a lot of money to get in short, you can either put 15% of your own started income away for retirement or you can have 10 tenants that put 33% of their monthly If you want to buy shares on the JSE or any income into your retirement portfolio. other investment platform you will need to have every cent available before investing, but The choice is yours. not so with property. Banks are so confidant in the viability of a property as an investment that they will in many cases even lend you the full amount for the property that you want to invest in. This will leave you with a capital outlay of only more or less 5% of the value of your investment in order to pay the transfer costs of the property. What millionaires like most about property investment is that it is scalable; you can use the bank as leverage to keep on growing your investment portfolio.
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For more info: Ernes Stander Property Investment Coach e ernes@stanleur.co.za t 071-890-6371
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With women’s day coming up on 9 August and the current restrictions we are facing in | What To Pack the country, what better way When packing your picnic basket make to celebrate the women in your sure you have several containers to the items in. Large and heavy soft life by having a gourmet picnic keep drink bottles or cans, can easily destroy in the comfort of your own sandwiches or crisps. Use a sturdy cooler box for your drinks and ice and a separate garden. picnic basket for all your food items.
Here are few tips on how to host the When it comes to packing cutlery, cups perfect outdoor gourmet picnic in and plates, why not make use of bamboo the Autumn sunshine. items. It’s environmentally friendly, and
after a lazy afternoon in the autumn sunshine, you won’t have to do any dishes either! Not to mention, great for | The Pretty Factor little fingers. Don’t forget paper towels or Us ladies love a pretty setting. Choose serviettes and definitely include wet wipes a colour palette that the woman in your as things do get messy! life loves, and base the décor essentials Take along a few cosy blankets in case around that choice. the breeze gets chilly, and some pillows Items such as picnic blanket, napkins, for comfort. If you’re going to be out in the cups, plates and flower choices can all sun, an umbrella is always a good idea to have the pop of colour they prefer. This prevent sunburn. makes it even more special! Choose wildflowers in soft pinks and greens and it will nicely match the garden environment | Gourmet Snacks too. Picking flowers from your own garden is another special touch that won’t go unnoticed. If you have a pallet you can use that as a table or just use a few thick picnic blankets on the ground.
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Don’t forget to include water, lemonade, ice tea and of course...champagne for the ladies!
Here Are A Few Delicious Ideas: • • • • • •
Simple houmous Cheese & Bacon Pinwheels Goats cheese & herb quiche Pressed Italian Sandwiches Caramelized Onion Tart Homemade Lemonade
| Special Items If you have these items in your home, use them to make picnic extra special: • Vases for florals • Cupcake stand for your gourmet treats • A nice juice jug for your lemonade • Platters to display your food items • Tray to hold your jug and glasses • Ice bucket for the champagne • Tablecloth for the pallet if you’re using one • Ice Tongs • Serving spoons I hope this has given you some inspiration for creating a lovely outdoor celebration with your loved ones.
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MERAKI DESIGN STUDIO Alcohol ink is a medium that creates the most unique designs each time it hits the canvas. Incoroporating a unique colour scheme or adding some texture to your space in your artwork is easily achieved with these pieces. Contact us to create your very own unique piece.
Chantelle Moss chantelle@merakidesignstudios.co.za 071 682 3754
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Your home is a space to reflect your personality, a space that should lend to relaxation and recharge you, and this largely shown by the pieces you choose to display on your walls and incorporate in the styling of each room. Choosing the correct piece of artwork for your home can complete your space beautifully. In the past, owning a piece of art was a massive expense and status symbol that spoke to your wealth. Nowadays, you can find a piece of art that fits your budget and can become an investment over time.
Here are our top tips for choosing art pieces for each space in your home. STYLE As we’ve said, your home is the place for selfexpression and the style of your space will dictate the type of artwork you choose to display. Firstly, find the focal point of your room, this is where your eyes land as you walk in to a space. To choose a style for your artwork decide, for example whether you want it to be figurative, landscape or an abstract piece. If your home is modern minimalist, then an Italian landscape framed in ornate gold would not be a cohesive design flow as such. This is not to say we cannot mix and match styles, but be sure to seek the advice of a professional as it can look out of place if not done correctly. 38 | ISSUE 4 | 2 0 2 0 | T H E H I L L S E STAT E
COLOUR Choose colours based on what mood you want to set in each room. Your bedroom is a place of retreat and reflection; your office space should keep you inspired and your living room hosts your guests as well as your family, so choosing a piece that provokes conversation and sets the feel and vibe of the space is essential. Grey, blue and all earth tones are a wonderful palette choice as it offers a soothing and mellow ambiance and atmosphere. Yellow invokes an energetic and playful mood and green brings the essence of nature into your home. So, choose the palette based on the feeling what your guests and yourself to experience as you visit or live in that space. SIZE You should always take into consideration the size of the space you’re working with. Placing pieces that are too small can make your room feel empty and using pieces that are too large can be overwhelming and make a room feel cramped and stuffy. However, clusters of artworks in various sizes can work well in smaller spaces like a stairwell, because you don’t need to have a full view perspective of the space.
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If you have a large space with high ceilings, try using oversized pieces of art as it can fill up the room making it feel more intimate and cosy. TEXTURES Textures create interest and draws a person in to closely admire the piece on display. Alcohol ink is still a relative new trend but it is creating a whirlwind of excitement within the world of art. With the ability to incorporate contrasting colours with metallics, creating a marbled effect, these pieces of art will adapt into almost any home or office space. Alcohol inks are a highly pigmented, acid free, fast drying medium which can be used on non-porous surfaces. The ink seemingly has a mind of its own cause the artist does not have full control over the way the ink will mix or where it will go, making each piece unique.
colours in your painting and not compete with them. Choosing the material of your frame should tie in with the furniture items you have in your space. Again, here you can play around with merging styles. Ask your interior designer for assistance. PLACEMENT This can make or break your space. One of the most common mistakes people make, is hanging the piece too high or not in the right position in relation to the furniture. Keep in mind that it needs to look balanced and spacing it correctly is imperative. Do not have furniture block the art, and make sure you hang it with purpose. Not every blank wall needs a piece of art. Custom made art is a great way to ensure you have a unique piece adorning your walls, a conversation starter for sure.
(Contact us for your own unique piece for your space). Chantelle from Urban Trend Design and Meraki Interior Studio creates custom FRAMING pieces of art where you can select your own colours to suit your styling needs and sizing Framing should match the style of the artwork requirements. you’ve chosen. For example, if you have an abstract piece and your space is styled Get in touch with Meraki for a customised minimally, an elegant plain frame would work quotation via any of the channels mentioned well as opposed to a large ornate gold piece. below. Colour choice should also compliment the
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“Figure out what you want to see more of, and then make sure you look out for it.” Caroline Webb, How to Have a Good Day
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We’re each living through the lens of our own private reality – one that is shaped by our automatic system’s attempts at allocating our attention to the right thing. We experience an incomplete, subjective version of reality – one that may not serve us. We can’t switch off our automatic system’s filtering function (it is, after all, automatic), but we can adjust the settings by being more proactive in defining our perceptual filters.
• Sample exercise: “What really matters to me today is to help my team get off to a strong start with our new clients.”
We consciously notice only a small selection of what’s actually happening around us, and filter out the rest. What we mentally file as important is strongly influenced by our assumptions about ourselves and the world.
• Sample exercise: “I admit that I’m feeling grumpy and tired right now, and not necessarily in the mood to inspire others. I am irritated by the way the project is set up, and uncertain of its success.”
In How to Have a Good Day (Macmillan, 2016), Webb suggests taking some time to consciously set our filters each day by defining our AIM, ASSUMPTIONS, ATTITUDE and ATTENTION.
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Think about what’s most important to you on any given day. What do you most want to achieve? What matters most to you right now?
ATTITUDE Notice and acknowledge the concerns that are dominating your thoughts and mood. Are they standing between you and your aim?
ATTENTION Where do you want to consciously focus your attention to override your default attitude and achieve your aim? • Sample exercise: “I can decide to set my irritation aside and consciously look for opportunities to help the team gel by highlighting common ground in our ideas. I choose to look for chances to inject warmth into the meeting.”
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SET BEHAVIOURAL GOALS TO SUPPORT YOUR INTENTIONS Now that you’ve chosen the most beneficial filter through which to view your ‘reality’, it’s time to define the behaviours that will support it. What tangible actions can you take to this end? WEBB’S GOAL-SETTING TIPS
• Make sure your goals are about doing desirable things, rather than avoiding bad things. If they’re negative, consciously turn them around. • Break your goals down into more manageable, bite-sized chunks. • Create a ‘brain-friendly’ to-do list… - Write your goals down. - Keep only today’s tasks in view. - Make it satisfying to check off your goals. - Be realistic about what you can accomplish in a day.
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There are several steps you can take to keep your pets safe and reduce the likelihood that they’ll become lost or stolen. Your pet should wear a collar and ID tag at all times. Include an up-to-date phone number where you can be reached. ID tags are available at Pet shops & veterinary clinics. Have your pet microchipped. Microchips are an implanted form of identification equipped to access your contact information when scanned at a veterinary clinic or shelter. Spay/neuter your pet. Studies have shown that sterilized animals are less likely to roam.
Keep them safe when you’re out and about. Animals love the outdoors but it is our responsibility to protect them. Always leash your animals when outside. Keep them close to home and away from traffic, unfamiliar animals and those who may not concern themselves with your pet’s best interests. Leave them comfortable at home. Never leave your dog leashed outside a store or unattended in the car, even if it’s locked or the windows are rolled down.
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