WOODHILL YOUR ELITE COMMUNITY PUBLICATION
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A PUBLICATION OF THE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
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01 From the editor 02 When the green isn’t always greener! 04 WCC Kids membership 06 The gem of the bushveld 08 Have you met Rosh? 10 WCC specials 12 Battle of the sexes 14 Woodhill Community Forum 16 Dial-a-Bed advertorial 18 First Lady of the golf course 20 Namaste 26 Pretty & private 28 21st Century text lingo 30 Whatever gets your heart rate rising! 32 You’re welcome 34 The need for speed 37 Have you herd? 38 Meandering through the Magaliesberg 40 When we no longer see them fly! 42 Accredited Estate Agents 45 Important numbers and contacts
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SWITCHBOARD 012 998 0011 COMMERCIAL MANAGER Lizette van der Merwe cm@woodhill.co.za FINANCE Debbie Koekemoer debbie@woodhill.co.za
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CONFERENCE & BANQUETING BOOKINGS Laetitia Strydom laetitia@summitonsite.com PRO SHOP BOOKINGS 012 998 0021 HEAD OF GOLF Rosh Schoeman rosh@woodhill.co.za GOLF CO-ORDINATOR Stephan Dreyer golf@woodhill.co.za COURSE SUPERINTENDENT Hugo van den Berg cs@woodhill.co.za HOA RECEPTION Onica Ramasodi reception@woodhill.co.za
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AND THAT SAYS IT ALL! With a great start to the first quarter of the year, Woodhill Residential Estate and Country Club is soaking up all that 2018 has to offer. From enticing golfing specials to fabulous resident evenings, the clubhouse is always on hand to welcome golfers and residents alike – one of the many reasons you chose to live on this wonderful estate. In this our first issue for the year, we meet the new Golf Director, Rosh, we get to know a little more about Summit on Site’s function offerings with Laetitia and we learn about how our Course Superintendent, Hugo, is maintaining the Poa grass on our greens. We feature Monate Game Lodge who so generously sponsored the prize for the Facebook competition which took place late last year and we meander a little through the Magaliesberg. Both are fantastic
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options for a quick weekend getaway which we are sure all of you well deserve. Women’s golf is a growing trend and so a feature on the First Lady of the golf course, Sally Field is apt for this issue. The Battle of the Sexes editorial gives us more insight into why women should and are not only taking up, but loving the game. Whether your idea of exercise is the relaxation of yoga or getting your heart rate rising, we explore both regimes in this issue. With people being more aware than ever of their surrounds, health and wellness, it’s become important to find what your body loves best. A few added extras of text lingo for us ‘oldies’, birding and Fibre to the Home, we do hope you enjoy reading through this issue. It’s great to be back in your homes via Woodhill Magazine and we look forward to more exciting issues ahead. ‘Till next time
Tracey
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WHEN THE GREEN ISN’T ALWAYS GREENER !
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The Woodhill Golf Course greens work! Even with the high percentage of Poa Annua growing, our greenkeeping team manages it to perfection. In an article posted on www.grounds-mag.com, Dr David R Huff is quoted as writing: I once overheard a turf professional say to another, “Our bentgrass-management techniques must be good for Poa, because all we have is Poa.”
Although considered a pest, most greens at Woodhill consist more of Poa Annua than Bentgrass and we are continuously working towards making sure the strains of this species that have excellent properties for greens use are cultivated. Being a very different species to Bentgrass and without a uniform supply of the strain that we could call ‘greens-type’, our greenkeeping experience is all we really have to ensure the Poa on our greens is managed properly. Often treated as a weed, Poa is defined as a widespread low-growing turfgrass in temperate climates. As mentioned before, we can find many different strains of Poa on one green giving it a patchy appearance if not managed properly. With Woodhill already being nearly 20 years old, our green-type Poa has adapted over the years as a result of close cutting. The success of our Poa management at Woodhill has resulted in greens that are uniform in appearance and playability. The Poa produces very few seed heads as growth regulators are used and are an essential part of the maintenance program. Poa seed heads can detract greatly form puttingsurface quality. Fungicides are applied for disease and the greens are aerated as well as dusted as often as possible.
MOW, MOW, MOW… Part of the maintenance of Poa at Woodhill is mowing. Being the strongest selective factor on a green, our Poa seems to have adapted to the mowing height of our greens. The Poa isn’t growing vertically much above the height of the cut. FERTILITY… Liquid fertilizer is primarily used on our greens. Small granular fertilizers routinely leave ‘freckles’ on the Poa. IRRIGATION… Light, frequent applications seem to work best on our shallow-rooted Poa. Maintaining our Poa greens at Woodhill is a rewarding challenge for our greenkeeping staff. Our aim is to maximise the quality of the existing Poa on our greens, making the golfers experience an excellent one. Poa is our friend, for now… Hugo van den Berg Course Superintendent
I would like to thank our Turf consultant, Johan Jansen van Vuuren in helping to compile this article.
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THE GEM OF THE BUSHVELD Woodhill Facebook competition winner With the unveiling of Woodhill’s new, fully-integrated Facebook page, we ran a competition for a 2 night, dinner bed and breakfast valued at R8 000 at Monate Game Lodge. Wesley Brown was the lucky winner of our competition and he loved every minute of his prize!nt there.
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Nestled in manicured natural gardens on an approximately 2000-hectare private game reserve in the Limpopo Province, Monate Game Lodge is a haven of peace and tranquillity waiting to be discovered. Just 2 hours away from Pretoria, 30 minutes from the Kranskop Tollgate Modimolle/Nylstroom, it’s the perfect place for corporate conferencing, weddings or just a weekend getaway. Offering 38 luxurious and modern double rooms, your stay at the Main Lodge will ensure you unwind and enjoy. The open plan en-suite rooms are equipped with all amenities needed to make your stay comfortable and the tasteful décor of simplistic tones will remind you of the
bushveld that awaits to be explored outside. Relax on your private patio or stroll to the nearest swimming pool to cool off. Also situated within walking distance of the Main Lodge, Shingwedzi and Skukuza Villas are deluxe 2 bedroom lodges offering a high level of privacy. Decorated in a sophisticated blend of African Colonial antiques, these Villas offer a unique stay for couples, honeymooners or executives. Two beautiful en-suite bedrooms in each boast everything needed for a relaxing stay. An additional outside shower brings you even closer to nature whilst still maintaining absolute privacy. An intimate lounge, private splash pool on the deck overlooking the bushveld where you can enjoy your meals, roll up canvas walls for a spectacular inside-outside experience and an open boma fire that can be lit in the evenings – your stay at Shingwedzi Villa will be an elegant affair.
With an unsurpassed dining experience designed to tantalize your taste buds, Monate Game Lodge caters to your specific needs. From various dining options including inside an age-old natural cave and a bush boma, the whole experience will be unforgettable. Activities on offer include game drives, star gazing, clay pigeon shooting and much more. From active to relaxing, there’s something to do for all tastes, seasons and ages. Dassies, Vervet monkeys and Nyala are daily visitors to the manicured gardens around the lodge bringing you closer to nature. So, if you’re looking for an elegant and peaceful breakaway retreat, be sure to book some time at Monate Game Lodge and experience the gem of the bushveld first hand. www.monatelodge.co.za
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HAVE YOU MET ROSH? After achieving his PGA Diploma, Rosh headed for Kloof Country Club in Durban where he taught many a golf lesson. From there he moved on to Durban Country Club, again giving lessons as well as running the pro shop.
Recently appointed Woodhill Country Club Golf Director, Rosh Schoeman is no stranger to the Estate! Having moved in when he was just 12 years old, Rosh not only enjoyed playing the course from time-to-time including the odd 9 holes at the end of school day, but he also got to experience the secure lifestyle which bought about a sense of freedom during his teenage years.
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Once their kids arrived, Rosh and his wife, Janique, decided that a move back to Pretoria, where his parents still enjoy the Woodhill life, would be best. The support system far greater outweighed raising their family so far away. Rosh joined The Pro Shop where he got to know many of the golf clubs and their shops over two and a half years as he worked closely with each one ensuring their shops were well stocked with the best brands. He then took up a management position at the Golfers Club store in Menlyn Retail Park before moving back to his roots as Golf Director of Woodhill Country Club. Having played many rounds of golf and knowing the retail industry behind the scenes for so long, it’s safe to say Rosh is a golfing guru! His background has also allowed him
the opportunity to already know many of the members of Woodhill Country Club, adding a personal touch to the club experience. With little extras like a weather update, personal greetings and getting to know the group regulars, Rosh hopes that all members will feel right at home. His short term projects include the re-construction of the greens on the Driving Range and upscaling all the caddies to A-grade. In addition to this, he is continuing with the caddy training sessions and is looking to change things around in the pro shop a little to make for a better shopping experience. Rosh comments on the great condition of the course, thanks to Hugo and his team. He hopes to entice more kids into the game, welcome more lady golf members and create a vibrant club for all to enjoy. So, if you spot Rosh running around the club or you have a moment to spare, be sure to introduce yourself – he’s looking forward to providing many successful rounds of golf for years to come… Golf Director, Rosh Schoeman
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Golf Director, Rosh Schoeman with his wife, Janique, daughter, Leila and son, Michael.
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BATTLE OF THE SEXES
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Golf is one of the few sports where brute strength doesn’t automatically put men in a league of their own. And, for that and many other reasons, more women are taking up the sport. Here’s why they should be encouraged... With the global economy under pressure, most business sectors are trying new ideas, changing old thinking styles and looking to new consumers to buy into their product. And golf is no different. The consumer target? Women.
Last year, the PGA of America launched an industry-wide initiative to get more women into the game - only 19% of golfers are currently women, says the American National Golf Foundation. In the book Why She Buys: The new strategy for reaching the world’s most powerful consumers, author Bridget Brennan says women should love golf - at least theoretically. “The sport requires finesse instead of brute strength; it’s social; it’s played in some of the most beautiful settings on earth; it’s co-ed; the fashion is great; and cocktails and conversation await the end of every game. (But more women aren’t playing because) they don’t feel
welcome. They haven’t been invited.” But women are the world’s most powerful consumers, and are key to the next generation of golfers, she says. WHY WOMEN? In a massive study by Boston Consulting Group, 90million people worldwide expressed an interest in taking up golf - and 42% of them were women. That means there are 38million potential new golf customers out there, who aren’t being directly catered to at the moment. And in all sectors, women represent the largest market in the world. Globally, they control $20 trillion in annual consumer spending.
Furthermore, women aren’t only the biggest spenders, but are quickly catching up to men when it comes to earning - 51% of managerial positions are held by women. Women are also graduating with degrees at every level of higher education at an increasing rate, out-pacing men - 56% of college graduates are now women. Globally, 1billion women are a part of the work force, and their incomes are rising at 8.1% versus men’s 5.8%. That’s a massive untapped market that will only get bigger in the years to come. CHANGE AT HAND But the scene is changing. Golf courses
are catching on and providing more social opportunities that appeal to both genders, such as ‘nine and dine’ offers (nine holes followed by dinner) or sixhole challenges geared more toward players of all ages and genders who want to have a fun outing instead of the traditional male-oriented and timeconsuming 18 holes. And women are inching themselves into the men’s games. In 2003, Annika Sorenstam became the first woman to play in a PGATour event since 1945. Then, in 2006, Michelle Wie made the cut for the Asian Tour SK Telecom Open - her first successful attempt after 13 fails.
While women may lag behind men when it comes to the power shots, many experts agree that they often make up for it with their short game - where women often play as well or even better than their male pro counterparts. There is, however, no gender battle for the top spot. Most women, it seems, are happy to play in a league of their own, as long as that league and its supporting businesses caters specifically to them. Since the amount of female annual consumer spending is expected to rise to $28 trillion in the next five years, any golf business will do well to sit up and listen. Additional sources: Forbes, SuperSport, ESPN
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WOODHILL HOMEOWNERS COMMUNITY FORUM Woodhill Residential Estate and Country Club prides itself on offering service excellence, not only to our visitors and guests, but first and foremost - to our residents. That’s why we are proud to announce the introduction of the brand new Woodhill Homeowners Community Forum on Facebook. If you are a resident, please visit the Woodhill Residential Estate and Country Club Facebook page and click on the link to apply to join our group. This tool enables residents to provide feedback to estate management and to respectfully interact with each other in real time. It is open for all to join and participate on at any time.
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HAPPIER HUMANS, GREATER PRODUCTIVITY AND THE ALL ELUSIVE, BEAUTY SLEEP! With the average person needing around 8 hours of sleep a night, a third of our lives is spent in bed! Most of us can’t wait to hit the sack at the end of a long day, take those long overdue Sunday afternoon naps and sleep in an extra hour or two on the weekends… so when it comes to ensuring our best nights rest, it’s only natural that our body deserves the finest there is!
The ultimate sleep experience has always seemed like a distant dream to most! Comfort, support and superior style have been the goal of most bedding manufacturers for centuries – ensuring people experience the best nights rest that they possibly can. Getting a great night’s sleep makes us all the more happier and healthier. It’s a fact that a decent mattress leads to a 70% increase in sleep comfort and a 62% improvement in quality of sleep. Comfortable sleep is what keeps you sleeping more soundly for longer, ensuring you get the rest you need and certainly deserve. For more than 21 years Dial a Bed, SA’s leading bedding retailer, has been offering the best prices on the best brands and
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continues to deliver on their promise of unbeatable value. Boasting the widest range of mattress types and all the brands that you have come to love and trust, Dial a Bed has always stayed at the forefront of sleep technology, constantly developing and innovating with their suppliers to bring all customers a good night’s sleep. With your beauty sleep being their top priority, Dial a Bed has collaborated with Simmons, one of the world’s largest mattress producers to now bring you the ultimate in sleep luxury, the Exclusive Simmons Beautyrest Collection. Those who appreciate the finer things in life will love this pinnacle of sleep comfort, support and luxury – perfect for the importance of a good night’s sleep. Innovative design and superior style which is expertly crafted for an elegant sleep system that puts you completely at ease, every Simmons bed is manufactured to the highest standards using only the best in material, ensuring you get the ultimate sleep experience. What makes the Beautyrest Collection different? State of the art technology used in this collection includes the Legendary Beautyrest Pocketed Coil Technology, which allows the mattress to contour to the shape of your body, ensuring you get the optimum amount of support needed, as well as providing motion separation in order to reduce the amount of disturbance from
the person lying next to you. The mattress also uses AirCool Comfort Foam which promotes airflow, keeping you cool during the night as well as adding comfort and support to the mattress. Absolute bliss! But don’t take our sleep references for it! The proof is in the rest achieved throughout the years… Simmons has a history of revolutionising sleep technology and giving you the sleep you deserve. The SOVA Collection offers you sophisticated design, paired with intuitive technologies and comfort to ensure you wake up every morning feeling refreshed and ready to go. The WATFORD Collection brings you innovative design and superior style. Expertly crafted for an elegant sleep system that puts you completely at ease. The SHERBOURNE Collection is more than a mattress, it’s a haven for deep, restorative sleep with an experience beyond mere comfort. It creates a restful escape where sleep is the ultimate luxury. This much-anticipated new range of mattresses is available exclusively at selected Dial a Bed stores and combines both years of experience and technology perfecting all aspects of comfort, support and quality. Invest in your health by choosing a mattress from the Exclusive Simmons Beautyrest Collection that is like no other, and enjoy a quality night’s sleep that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. After all, a good tomorrow starts with a sound night’s sleep and considering that we spend a third of our lives sleeping, choosing a superior mattress should be top priority. Experience elegantly orchastrated sleep with Dial a Bed… and the Exclusive Simmons Beautyrest Collection. Visit www.dialabed.co.za for more information and look out for their exclusive Woodhill resident’s voucher on their advertisement in this issue of Woodhill Magazine. Woodhill residents are also invited to view the range at Parkview Mall (next to Woolworths), Tel: 012 998 0203.
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FIRST LADY OF THE GOLF COURSE Born in Cape Town in 1951, Sally Little started her love for the golf course by earning pocket money caddying for her father, Percy. At 12 years old she decided to take the game of golf on and she hasn’t looked back since… Maturing quickly in the game, Sally had claimed more than a dozen regional and national amateur titles by the time she was 17. In 1971 she was the low individual in the World Amateur and won the South African Match Play as well as Stroke Play titles all in one week! Playing in her first professional event in the United States, Sally finished fifth in the amateur group of the Lady Carling Open. It was then that Sally Little decided to turn professional.
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1971 Sally qualified to play on the LPGA tour (after playing in only 7 events) and is named LPGA Rookie of the Year.
After a successful 30 year career on the LPGA Tour, Sally wasn’t finished yet!
1976 Her first victory on the LPGA tour at the Women’s International held in Moss Creek.
2000 She joins a group of her peers and founds The Legend’s Tour (the women’s senior division of the LPGA Tour). She’s competed in as many events as her schedule allows.
In a spectacular finish Sally holed a 75 ft bunker shot on the 72nd hole to edge out Jan Stephenson by one shot. 1979 to 1982 Sally wins 12 titles including her first major win, the LPGA Championship in 1980. Consistently ranked in the top 5 in the world, Sally wins 2 major championships during this time, the last being the Du Maurier, the Canadian Women’s Championship, in 1988.
2014/15 She’s named Captain of the World Team vs the United States in the Handa Cup competition. 2005 Sally’s interest in golf course design is utilised when she’s asked to consult with Kingswood Golf Estate, her signature course, located on the Garden Route. A female’s perspective integrated into a male master plan.
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OTHER HIGHLIGHTS IN SALLY’S CAREER INCLUDE: • • • • • • •
Winner of 5 International Tournaments and 8 International Amateur Events. 1970 South African Sportsman of the Year Award. 1970 South African State President’s Award for outstanding athletic achievements. 1982 Dinah Shore Champion. 1989 Winner of Golf Digest’s Ben Hogan Award for Comeback Player of the Year. 1996 inaugural South African Women’s Masters Champion. She was awarded the Steve Tshwete Lifetime Achievement Award by the South African Sport Ministry in 2012.
2015 Sally sees and feels the need to give back. She forms the Little Golf Trust, dedicated to educating and empowering the previously disadvantaged through the game of golf. Our First Lady of South African golf has certainly proved her worth over the years. To top off her many achievements, Sally was inducted into the inaugural class of the Southern Africa Golf Hall of Fame. Another proud moment was 28 November 2016 when Sally became the first female inducted into the South African Hall of Fame.
Sally Little – a South African ladies golf icon.
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PURCHASING THE PROPERTY IN A TRUST Copy of ID for all Trustees. A copy of the Trust Deed. A copy of the Letter of Authority and Resolution of the Trust. 4. Letter from your Accountant confirming the solvency of the Trust/and confirmation if the Trust is trading/not trading. 5. 3 Months bank statements on the Trust, should the Trust be trading. 6. Last 2 years signed financials on the Trust, should the Trust be trading. 7. Up to date Management Accounts on the Trust, should the Trust be trading. 8. Proof of income on all Trustees (either salaried/self employed criteria, as set out). 9. Bullion Bond Brokers application form, and personal assets and liabilities required from each Trustee (your Bullion Bond Brokers Consultant will provide you with this). 10. Consent form for banks required from each Trustee (your Bullion Bond Brokers Consultant will provide you with this).
A copy of your ID. Last 2 years signed business financial statements. Up to date Management Accounts – should your financials be older than 6 months. 4. A letter from your Accountant confirming your monthly income drawings. 5. 3 Months stamped business bank statements. 6. 3 Months stamped personal bank statements. 7. Your last 2 years ITA34’s. 8. A copy of your CK Document/Company document reflecting Members/Directors shareholding. 9. Bullion Bond Brokers application form, and personal assets and liabilities (your Bullion Bond Brokers Consultant will provide you with this). 10. Consent form for banks (your Bullion Bond Brokers Consultant will provide you with this).
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namaste Growing in popularity over the past few years, many people have found yoga to be beneficial in many facets of their lives, whether it be for physical, mental or spiritual reasons. With historical origins in ancient Indian philosophy, the yoga community grew rapidly in the West towards the end of the 19th century. Derived from the Sanskrit root ‘’yuj’’ meaning to yoke or join together, i.e. the union of the mind and body incorporating breath, there are many styles
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of yoga practiced today. With various styles combining physical postures, breathing techniques, relaxation and meditation, some styles are more dynamic whilst others are more subtle. Hatha yoga is the most frequently practiced in the western culture – ‘’Ha’’ meaning sun and ‘’tha’’ meaning moon, hence masculine and feminine. This style is a gentle introduction to the basic postures of yoga allowing even the most novice of yogis to enjoy it. With the ultimate goal of attaining tranquillity in the mind and spirit, profound
changes take place within the physical body as the movement of physical postures are done with a focus on the breath. Releasing blockages and pent up stress, yoga brings about a sense of freedom and lightness. And you don’t have to be the most subtle, flexible person on the block to give it a go! Yoga is for everyone, regardless of age, infirmity and inflexibility. “Yoga is not a religion. Yoga is a science, science of wellbeing, science of youthfulness, science of inter grating mind, body and soul” - Amit Ray.
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Styles of yoga include: ASHTANGA YOGA ‘’Ashtanga’’ means eight limbs or branches, of which asana or physical yoga posture is merely one branch, breath or pranayama is another. YIN YOGA A slow-paced style of yoga with postures, or asanas, that are held for longer periods of time - for beginners, it may range from 45 seconds to two minutes and more advanced practitioners may stay in one asana for five minutes or more VINYASA Characterized by stringing postures together so that you move from one to another, seamlessly, using breath, vinyasa yoga is commonly referred to as “flow” yoga. IYENGAR A form of Hatha Yoga that has an emphasis on detail, precision and alignment in the performance of posture (asana) and breath control (pranayama). HOT YOGA Yoga exercises performed under hot and humid conditions. RESTORATIVE YOGA Typically involves only five or six poses, supported by props that allow you to completely relax and rest. POWER YOGA A fitness-based vinyasa practice. KUNDALINI YOGA A focus on awakening kundalini energy through regular practice of meditation, pranayama, chanting mantra and yoga asana. PRENATAL YOGA A mixture of stretching, controlled breathing and mental focus offers a variety of benefits to expectant mothers. This form of yoga can also increase strength and flexibility in the muscles used during childbirth.
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Yoga Harmony and Wellness Centre nestled in the tranquil surrounds of nature is situated in the heart of Menlyn in the arty shopping village Cape Connection in Garsfontein. This yoga studio offers classes for beginners to advanced. Vinyasa, Beginners yoga, Iyengar, Yin yoga, Prenatal yoga, Mom and Baby yoga, Hot Flow, Deep Flow, Gentle Hatha yoga and Meditation classes. Highly trained yoga teachers with years of experience will guide you in a gentle manner throughout the classes. Regular workshops are also hosted with internationally recognized yoga teachers from all over the world. Contact Helen at Yoga Harmony on 082 309 7482 or email: helen@ yogaharmony.co.za. You can also visit their website: www.yogaharmony.co.za.
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We use curtains and blinds to make a space warm and cosy as well as to make the space more private and intimate. There are various types of linings that we can use from sunrise to sunset and midnight, depending on your requirements. To help with the cold, we can also line the curtains either permanently or with a detachable interlining (almost like a blanket). What is the difference between curtains, roman blinds, shades and blinds? CURTAINS Curtains are fabric panels that are often sold in pairs and they hang from a rod. Curtains are very versatile - you’ll find a wide range of lengths, widths, fabrics, patterns, as well as various colours. The shorter curtains that are used in bathrooms and kitchens are called ‘Cafe curtains’. Bedroom curtains are made of lightweight fabrics, which makes them very light and they don’t keep the sunlight blocked out. Therefore, it is better to use blinds or shades at the back of the curtains, which also helps the colour or pattern of the curtains to ‘pop’. It is always good to use a colourful curtain or one with a pattern to add a pinch of contrast to your bedroom or living room space. Sheer curtains add softness and femininity to a room. DRAPES Drapes are fabric panels that are often sold in pairs, just like curtains. Drapes are lined with fabric that is heavy enough to block out light from outside, which makes them
good for bedroom use. They help for when you are, for instance, working night shifts and need to sleep during the day. Drapes are long enough to reach the top of the window to the bottom of the floor and hang from a rod on rings, hooks, or fabric sleeve at the top or back of the panel. The materials used for drapes are heavy somewhat stiff fabrics, which include luxury materials such as velvet, silk and damask, and they are more often solid colours than patterned. FABRIC OR ROMAN BLINDS A roman blind is a soft fabric panel attached to a rod or frame at the upper edge and is normally sold individually. It fits within the window frame. To let light in, you can raise the shade using a cord, roller or lifting mechanism which is inexpensive. There are various types of styles for shades and they can be used together with a curtain for colour or patterns. BLINDS Blinds are not a solid length of fabric. They are usually made of wood, bamboo, aluminium or vinyl slots, which are also known as louvers and they are tilted to let light in. By using a roller or lifting mechanism, the blinds can be lifted up or down. It is not necessary to lift them up unless the window needs to be opened or closed. The length and width are sized to fit within the window frame and they come in various colours and woods, and not in patterned fabrics. Blinds block out the light from outside effectively therefore they are a good choice for bedroom use.
DIFFERENT KINDS OF CURTAIN HEADERS Pinch pleat Pinch pleat curtains are curtains that have the pleats sewn into the top of them. They come as either double or triple pleated curtains and can be used on a track system, or on a rod or pole with rings (they both use the same hooks). Pinch pleat curtains normally hang on a track or rod with rings. Wave curtain A wave curtain is a neat and stylish curtain heading system that is created through combining a specially designed heading tape and wave glider cord to get a soft and simple continuous wave effect. This is a very simple and modern sleek look. Pencil pleat A pencil pleat curtain is a traditional heading for curtains and valances. Tape is used with three hook positions to suit all types of track and pole. The curtains are gathered to the required width. Eyelet curtain An eyelet curtain is a contemporary curtain heading for use with curtain poles. It gives large, even, soft pleats and are so called because they have metal rings at the top of the curtain in place of a normal header top. If you need any curtaining please feel free to contact us for advice. Keep decorating Michele
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21ST CENTURY TEXT LINGO Have you ever been so baffled by your teenager’s text message that you’ve felt like you need to know Morse code to decipher it? With fingers typing on their phones, the youth of today live in such a fast paced world that even their text language has taken to short cuts – the faster you type, the faster you can tell a story, get a response and ‘talk’ to your friends. Yip, it’s a language phenomenon that’s taken over the world and left us ‘older’ generations wondering what the heck their talking about! We thought we’d print a list of text lingo so that you could easily determine what your offspring is telling you but when we researched it we found that there are over 1 500 chat abbreviations! Far too many to print, so we had to narrow it down to the most popular – ones we are sure you’ve already encountered…
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ROFL GF DTS BIF LOL ADN DKDC ILY AH CLD PEEPS NVM BF BTW YOLO OMG ENUF FOAF CRA CRA BBL WKD K BN NVM IKR CT JK B4N GN BFF TMI OFC
Rolling on floor laughing Girlfriend Don’t think so Before I forget Laughing out loud / Lots of love Any day now Don’t know, don’t care I love you At home Could People Never mind Boyfriend / Best friend By the way You only live once Oh my gosh Enough Friend of a friend Crazy Be back later Weekend Okay Bad news Never mind I know, right Can’t talk Just kidding Bye for now Good night Best friends forever Too much information Of course
AAF IDC BRB TBT AYDY DAE L8R GR8 DIKU BAE YD BRD CM DM URW FBM HBD MWAH G2G PLS JC SLAP LMK HW MSG IDK PPL NBD THX OBV QT SYL WAT
As a friend I don’t care Be right back Throwback Thursday Are you done yet? Does anyone else? Later Great Do I know you? Before anyone else / Babe Yesterday Bored Call me Doesn’t matter You are welcome Fine by me Happy Birthday A kiss Got to go Please Just checking Sounds like a plan Let me know Homework Message I don’t know People No big deal Thanks Obviously Cutie See you later What
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WHATEVER GETS YOUR HEART RATE RISING!
CARDIO It’s the buzzword of exercise that we’ve been hearing about for years but why exactly is it so good for us? Let’s break it down:
Your heart is a muscle. Making it work makes it stronger. A stronger heart = a stronger cardio-vascular system = more capillaries delivering more oxygen to the cells in your muscles. So, ‘cardio’ is large muscle movement over a sustained period of time keeping your heart rate to at least 50% of its maximum level – mission complete! How would you know what 50% of your maximum heart rate level is? There are various on-line tools and some medical aids have tables available where you can determine what your heart rate should be during your cardio session in order to obtain the maximum cardio workout. The American Heart Association recommends the following: For overall cardiovascular health at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity cardo at least 5 days a week or at least 25 minutes of vigorous cardio activity at least 3 days a week. Alternatively, you could do a combination of the 2 and moderate to high-intensity musclestrengthening activity at least 2 days a week for additional health benefits. If you’re having
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trouble talking during your workout, you’re pushing it too hard and if you’re having no trouble talking, you need to speed it up – it’s all about finding the balance. Ok, so how do you track your heart rate? There are various devices on the market that you can use to track your heart rate during your cardio workout. From fitness watches to heart rate monitors strapped to your waist, it’s pretty easy to get hold of the equipment needed. Right, you’ve determined your heart rate goal during your cardio workout and you have your heart rate monitor sorted, now to decide exactly what cardio busting exercise works best for you! Some of the best cardio workouts include: • Walking – the easiest and safest way to get started. • Elliptical – minimal impact on the knees and hips, available at most gyms. • Running – whether it’s distance or sprint, running gets your heart pumping. • High intensity interval training – short intervals at maximum intensity followed by short periods of rest. • Cycling – indoors or out, this one can double up as family fun (kids love racing mom and dad). • Stair climber – more intense than walking as you use more muscles. • Skipping – exhausting as an adult! • Swimming – different strokes whilst completing your laps. • Rowing – low stress on the joints and
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ligaments whilst working both the upper and lower body. Circuit training – a high intensity workout.
And why exactly should cardio become a part of your weekly routine? • Weight loss – the number one goal why most of us taking up exercise. • A stronger heart – who doesn’t want their heart to work more efficiently? • Lower blood pressure and cholesterol – those 2 dreaded tests we do bi annually. • Increased bone density – decreasing the risk of osteoporosis. • Reduced stress and depression – endorphins are a natural pain killer. • Better sleep – tired body = better rest. • Maintaining muscle strength into old age – keeping us independent longer. • More energy – increased stamina and less fatigue. • Reduces the risk of heart disease – need we say more? • Strengthens lungs – better lung function. • Live longer – who wants to die young? • Less likely to get ill – your immune system is activated. But you can’t just jump off the couch and run a marathon! Please check with your health care professional on your limitations, if any, and start slow increasing your time and intensity as your body gets used to the idea of going cardio… Become a part of the cardio revolution – your heart will thank you later!
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Did you know that Riddick Tennis at Woodhill offers a great cardio workout? Check out some stats on a recent session. For more info on how tennis can up your cardio game, please contact Celeste on 082 789 2353.
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YOU’RE WELCOME entertainments and kids focused evenings. But, did you know that the clubhouse and in particular, Summit on Site also cater for weddings, special occasions, matric farewells and corporate conferencing to name but a few? Laetitia from Summit on Site is on-hand to help with all the planning, décor and roll out needed to ensure that all functions taking place are done so with perfect professionalism.
The privilege of living in a golf estate such as Woodhill has a list of benefits that many residents don’t even realise. Apart from the beautiful surrounds, the immaculate course for the keen golfers living here and the additional amenities, i.e. the tennis courts, squash courts, etc. there are many extras for those who simply want to enjoy Woodhill itself… The clubhouse in particular is a wonderful place for ANYONE living or visiting the estate. And Summit on Site has made it all the more welcoming over the past few months. Whether it’s a night off from cooking you’re after or are heading down to join a couple of your friends (and neighbours) for a weekend evening braai, the atmosphere, friendly staff and great drinks selection is sure to make it worthwhile. The best part being, you don’t have to clean up afterwards! Weekend evenings at the clubhouse are always abuzz. Kids are entertained whilst adults get to relax, enjoy the view and catch up on the past week’s events. Look out for regular advertisements posted on the Woodhill Facebook page for upcoming live
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Having trained at the SA School of Weddings, owned her own events company where she specialised in themed events and stage productions, Laetitia knows what she’s doing! Passionate about ensuring every function is flawlessly executed, she looks forward to planning more exciting events with guests in the near future. Seating up to 200 guests, the venue hire includes tables, chairs, table cloths, chair covers, cutlery, crockery and napkins. Laetitia has put together some exciting options when it comes to any function imaginable. Oh, and to let you in on a little secret, Woodhill Home Owners only pay a service fee per person when booking a venue – no venue hire is charged. So when planning your next celebration, whether it be an intimate dinner for your 25th wedding anniversary, a sweet 16 for your daughter or the wedding of the year for your son and soon-to-be daughter-in-law, be sure to head on down to the clubhouse where you can chat to Laetitia over a cappuccino. Summit on Site looks forward to welcoming you.
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THE NEED FOR SPEED! Anyone else remember the days some 15 years ago when highspeed broadband access had just come onto the market replacing the then very slow dial-up option? Wow, we could suddenly download a song in 10 minutes! What once was considered a luxury has now become an essential part of life! Faster, more reliable, blink our eyes and we have what we want at our fingertips… Not only has it reached our computers, but our phones, iPads and televisions too. One has to wonder, how much faster can our internet connections get! At Woodhill we are fortunate enough to
have access to Fibre to the Home (FTTH). The installation and use of optical fibre from a central point directly to our homes, the clubhouse and security room provides us with unprecedented high-speed internet access. It’s the ‘gold standard’ of internet connections. Superfast speeds and enough bandwidth to get loads of gadgets online at once – it’s heaven for any large household. Computers, iPads, phones, televisions and anything else using data will thank you when they can be used uninterrupted. Not to mention the users themselves! For the businessman its downloading files in a fraction of the time, for the teenager it’s watching a video without it buffering
and for other members of the household it’s streaming their favourite TV series whenever they want. Although it’s not a necessity, FTTH is highly recommended if you have three or more people in your household, you have loads of gadgets connected to the internet, you like streaming movies/series, you’re a gamer and you work from home. That pretty much applies to every household with access to FTTH! So folks, FTTH is a must for most. And right now it’s the best on market. But who knows what developments are still coming… Fast forward 15 years and your kids will be probably be chatting about the internet when FTTH was the best there was!
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HAVE YOU HERD? The buzz of building activity at Irene Farm has been the topic of much conversation in the fields of late. With some of the renovations already having being revealed, we thought it was about time we let you all in on what’s happening behind the screens!
Renowned for its locally produced delicacies, the Irene Farm shop has reopened as The Deli. Bigger and better, The Deli only stocks all of the old favourites but additional deli-served items too. Fresh breads, cold meats, cheeses, platters and pre-cooked meals are just a few of the new offerings. Irene Farm has also branded some of their most favourites with their own stamp of approval. Be sure to look out for the Irene Farm products in The Deli, hand-picked as the best there is.
Being the most popular Farm in the City since 1895, the new developments at Irene Farm are going to make it even more exciting to visit.
An exciting new extension on The Deck restaurant means that it can now seat up to 90 guests. A tantalising new menu with timeless café classics ensures that a visit to this signature restaurant will make your Irene Farm experience all the more enticing.
Boasting a beautiful brand new Irene stone-inspired entrance with an extended car park, visitors now enjoy the farm life atmosphere from the moment they drive into the property. A circle drop-off section at the end of drive makes the farm more accessible for young and old alike. The famous wishing fountain has been moved towards the walkway entrance of the farm where proceeds will continue to be donated to local charities. Being a working dairy farm steeped in history, a history wall is being built behind the fountain filled with interesting facts sharing a story like no other.
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The Pasture, a pop-up restaurant to the left of the farm provides undercover seating with the same delicious meal offerings guests have become accustomed to. Still ideal for special occasions and family get-togethers buffet-styled dining can be enjoyed all weekend whilst The Barn Restaurant is being upgraded. Scheduled to re-open in June 2018, The Barn Restaurant will enjoy the same upmarket treatment that all the other features of Irene Farm are enjoying. Once complete, three conference venues offering seating for up to 100 guests will
boast the latest technology and comforts ensuring delegates enjoy every minute of attendance. A fixed indoor buffet station will complement the upmarket refurbishment ensuring that every corner of The Barn Restaurant is well enjoyed. The most exciting new feature is a brand new pizza oven offering the opportunity for the calves to enjoy making their own pizzas. Renowned for all the fun the calves have on their visits to the farm, a brand new kids corner is being developed to ensure loads more hours of play. A splish ‘n splash water feature will provide hours of laughter whilst the all-time favourites of jumping castles and jungle gyms will remain. As many of the African Pride Irene Country Lodge guests enjoy a visit to the farm during their stay, an underground subway will be built to link the two properties. With key card access control and golf carts transporting guests through the tunnel, Irene Farm and African Pride Irene Country Lodge are looking forward to a safer passage to either side. With such exciting developments being completed within the near future, Irene Farm is looking forward to welcoming you back to everyone’s favourite Destination Irene.
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MEANDERING THROUGH THE MAGALIESBERG
Only an hour’s drive away, whether you’re keen for an adventurous day out or a weekend away the Magaliesberg is a great spot. With stacks to do and see, we thought you might like to know more about what this gem of a meander has to offer you and your family…
hotels to self-catering and camping, there are plenty of reasons to make a weekend of it. The real draw card to this area is the wide variety of activities on offer.
Secretive kloofs, tumbling streams, gentle slopes and cliffs leaves an aura of tranquillity. The Magaliesberg mountains offers a diversity of wildlife, fauna, flora and beautiful views. A national treasure, the Magliesberg was proclaimed a World Biosphere Reserve by Unesco in June 2015.
For those more interested in arts and crafts, a number of stores along the route will keep your shopping interesting. Art and antiques, a tanning company with a variety of game skins and leather products for sale, décor and design, handwoven carpets and wooden products are just some of the enticing things that you might find on our way.
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Adventure awaits in the form of: • cycling, running and hiking routes, • hot air balloon rides, • boat cruises, • quad biking, • canopy tours, • horse trails and more.
Of course, rest and relaxation is the order of the day when visiting this scenic area so a choice of luxury day spas is on hand too. If you’re wanting to throw a little bit of education into it for the kids, the elephant sanctuary, monkey sanctuary, Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site and Sterkfontein Caves all fall within the Magalies Meander route. Avid bird watchers would love this area as its variety of open woodlands, forests, kloofs, cliffs, rivers and dams are home to numerous flocks. More than 400 species have been recorded in the area and a full bird list can be found on the Magalies Meander website. Game lodges, restaurants and wedding venues… the Maglies Meander offers much more than expected. Visit their website on www.magaliesmeander.co.za.
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WHEN WE NO LONGER SEE THEM FLY! The 2015 Eskom Red Data Book of Birds identifies 10 critically endangered bird species in South Africa. Mankind’s impact on the environment reaches for the sky as we take a closer look at why these birds are under threat. 1. Tristan Albatross (globally critically endangered) Occasionally spotted off the west coast, threats to these birds include plastic and South African fisheries. 2. Wattled Crane (regionally critically endangered) Found in the eastern grasslands with the core population located in the KwaZuluNatal Midlands, a few pairs can also be found in the grasslands of northern Eastern Cape and the Highveld grasslands of Mpumalanga and the eastern Free State. The threat to these birds is the loss and degeneration of wetlands due to agriculture, forestry and mining. 3. Southern Banded Snake Eagle (regionally critically endangered) With habitat loss due to forestry,
agriculture and tourist developments, this species is found in northern KwaZulu-Natal. 4. Taita Falcon (regionally critically endangered) Restricted to the Drakensberg escarpment in Mpumalanga and Limpopo, the threat to them is the transformation of productive woodlands into open habitat. 5. White-winged Flufftail (regionally critically endangered) With the loss of wetland habitat due to mining activities, erosion and the construction of dams, this species can be found at two sites in KwaZulu-Natal, four sites in northern-eastern Free State and two sites in eastern Mpumalanga. 6. Leach’s storm petrel (regionally critically endangered) With only two confirmed breeding locations in South Africa including Dassen and Dyer islands, this species is under threat from avian predators, domestic cats and disturbance of breeding sites due to tourism. 7. Crozet shag (regionally critically endangered) Found on Prince Edward and Marion islands, they have poor breeding success, reduced food availability and are threatened by Antarctic fur seals.
8. Blue swallow (regionally critically endangered) Threatened by forestry, the invasion of alien eucalyptus, pine and wattle trees as well as inappropriate farming methods, this species is restricted to grasslands in the eastern escarpment, Ixopo district in KwaZulu Natal. 9. Damara tern (regionally critically endangered) Found at the Alexandria dune fields east of Port Elizabeth, this species battles off-road vehicle disturbance causing direct fatalities due to crushed eggs and chicks. 10. Bearded vulture (regionally critically endangered) Poisoning, collision with power-lines and a reduction in food supply have culminated in this species being under threat. Found along the Drakensberg escarpment of eastern KwaZulu-Natal as well as the north-eastern Eastern Cape and north-eastern Free State. Avid bird watchers could plan a rather interesting road trip around South Africa in pursuit of catching a glimpse of these endangered birds. In the meantime, we should all probably do a little bit more for our immediate environment in the hopes that one day not all our bird species will be under threat. Information sourced from www.wildcard.co.za.
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Woodhill Residential Estate and Country Club - Approved Estate Agents
Ansie Jacobs: 082 494 6677 ansie@appleproperty.co.za
Devon Hendey: 082 453 1076 devon@parrisinc.co.za
Inge Nowitz: 083 380 6414
Bully Smit: 082 891 7126 bullysmit@mweb.co.za
Brenda-Lee Barnes: 061 234 5080 brendalee@thebulliongroup.co.za Annette Swart: 071 471 7614 annette@thebulliongroup.co.za
Elna Bouwer: 083 997 6430 elnabouwer@gmail.com
Ana Scott: 083 501 4440 ana.scott@engelvoelkers.com
inge.now@hotmail.com
Dean Lindique: 081 430 9048
dean.lindique@pamgolding.co.za
Prescilla Rootman: 083 282 5386
Brogan Nowitz: 083 407 6412 brogan@just.property.co.za
Jan Badenhorst: 083 264 2452 janrib@telkomsa.net
prescilla.rootman@pamgolding.co.za
Dan Boshoff: 082 497 7664 dan@propertyshop.co.za
Lesley Lindique: 082 563 6040 les.lindique@pamgolding.co.za
Yolandi Coetzer: 084 919 1064
Johan Potgieter: 082 908 3423
Marinda van der Merwe: 082 703 1380
Narina Fischer: 082 456 6051
Ronelle Pienaar: 082 772 5158
Rosa Willers: 082 962 7228
yolandic@realnet.co.za
johan@redtableproperties.co.za
Ivan Swart: 079 520 0195 ivan@remaxinfo.co.za
Marieth Kloppers: 082 820 5549 marieth@remaxinfo.co.za
Mark du Toit: 076 402 1907 mark@remaxinfo.co.za
Leandi NaudĂŠ: 012 480 1752 leandinaude@gmail.com
marinda.remax@outlook.com
ronelle@rootx.co.za
narina@allestates.co.za
rosa@seeff.com
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The for the harmony of country ambience and state of the art living in a secure environment
Your Woodhill Resident Agent
082 703 1380
marinda.remax@outlook.com
Your Woodhill Resident Agent
082 703 1380
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THE 19TH HOLE
Golf is a game whose aim is to hit a very small ball into an even smaller hole, with weapons singularly ill-designed for the purpose. – Winston Churchill
It is almost impossible to remember how tragic a place this world is when one is playing golf. - Robert Lynd
Golf is so popular simply because it is the best game in the world at which to be bad. - A.A. Milne
Golf is like a love aair. If you don't take it seriously, it's no fun; if you do take it seriously, it breaks your heart. - Arthur Daley
If there is any larceny in a man, golf will bring it out. - Paul Gallico
Golf is a lot of walking, broken up by disappointment and bad arithmetic. - Author Unknown
Forget your opponents; always play against par. - Sam Snead
They say golf is like life, but don't believe them. Golf is more complicated than that. - Gardner Dickinson
Golf is a day spent in a round of strenuous idleness. - William Wordsworth
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r e h c s i F Narina 082 456 6051
narina@allestates.co.za Specialising in Woodhill and Surrounding Estates
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of Realtor Experience
19 years with