Woodhill Magazine Issue 2 2018 by Tracey Garde

WOODHILL YOUR ELITE COMMUNITY PUBLICATION

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Board of Directors 2018/19

Save the date 30 Nov 18

Kiddies Xmas Tree Chairpersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report

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CONTENTS ISSUE 2 | 2018

10 Important numbers and contacts From the editor Board of Directors 2018/19 Annual Kiddies Xmas Party Chairperson of the Board report A force to be reckoned with Cheers to that! Beautiful surroundings Celebrate - Woodhill style Woodhillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s feathered friends Save the trees! Pledge your Santa Shoe Box Hillbillies vs Vleipaddas Come dine with us Security awareness tips Destination Irene Accredited Estate Agents

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easy as 1-2-3

1 Got a question?

e-mail us on: info@santashoebox.co.za visit our faq section: www.santashoebox.co.za ask us on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SantaShoebox

FIND AN EMPTY SHOEBOX We all have shoe boxes around the house or know someone who will kindly give us one. Shoe stores usually have empty boxes to give away. Stor-Age offers all our Santa Shoebox donors 4 FREE shoeboxes. Simply visit www.stor-age.co.za to find your local branch. Boxes larger than MEDIUM (running shoes) size might not be accepted. DECORATE THE SHOEBOX Wrap the shoe box AND please wrap the lid separately so that it can be lifted off (or flipped open). Be creative and instead of using conventional wrapping paper, decorate the box with drawings, paint, cut outs and stickers. By doing this, you are creating a unique “keep sake” box while at the same time, minimizing waste from wrapping paper that will only just be discarded. FILL THE BOX wITH GIFTS Please remember that these should be NEW and AGE-APPROPRIATE items. PEP Stores is our one-stopshop for all Santa Shoebox contents. The following items are required: - Toothpaste and tooth brush - Bar of soap and wash cloth - An outfit of clothing - Educational supplies - Sweets - A toy/special gift

THE BEST LIFE STARTS WITH THE BEST SLEEP It starts here

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22 IMPORTANT CONTACT NUMBERS SWITCHBOARD 012 998 0011 BUSINESS EXECUTIVE Lizette van der Merwe be@woodhill.co.za pa@woodhill.co.za

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OPERATIONAL EXECUTIVE Lionel Swartz oe@woodhill.co.za FINANCE Debbie Koekemoer debbie@woodhill.co.za

CONFERENCE & BANQUETING BOOKINGS Laetitia Strydom laetitia@summitonsite.com PRO SHOP BOOKINGS 012 998 0021 HEAD OF GOLF Rosh Schoeman rosh@woodhill.co.za ASSISTANT GOLF CO-ORDINATOR Calvin Erasmus golf1@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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MOVING FORWARD A successfull AGM and a range of further achievements throughout this year are proof that Woodhill is growing from strength to strength... taking the #woodhillforthewin ethos to a whole new level.

We have featured some exciting projects and developments in this issue which have taken place over the past few months.

The restructure of the Board of Directors 2018/19 emphasises the ability of the Board to change and grow with each year as the demands of the roles played evolve. Key elements of concern highlighted in the Chairperson’s (Jack van der Merwe’s) message reiterates their commitment to ensuring that all aspects of this Estate are attended to, to the best of their ability.

Summit on Site have proven to be a valuable service provider and we have also reiterated their culinary and function services within this issue. A visit to the clubhouse will affirm their great service and excellent meals.

Coupled with the Homeowner’s Community Forum, the Board and staff of the WHOA are focused more than ever to ensuring residents and homeowners are kept up to date. Highlighting the force behind our security service provider, one can be assured that Woodhill is in capable hands. Please take the time to read their security awareness tips further on in this issue to ensure you are doing all you can to stay safe.

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The revamp of the Halfway House and the development of the Golfer’s Lounge together with the beautifying of key garden areas at the entrances as well as within the Estate are just a few achievements.

As we approach the Festive Season, we’ve also included a ‘Save the Date’ for the Annual Kiddies Xmas Party. Be sure to look out for more information within the next few weeks on when to start booking your tickets for this much loved event. We trust you are enjoying the warmer weather and look forward to seeing more residents out and about as summer kicks into full swing. The Estate is looking magnificent. ‘Till next time

Tracey

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HOA | WH

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2018/19 The WHOA Board of Directors 2018/19 are looking forward to working together in their respective committees to ensure a successful year ahead.

JACK VAN DER MERWE CHAIRPERSON

FRANK VAN HEERDEN

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CHRIS BEUKMAN VICE-CHAIRPERSON

ANSIE JACOBS

DELMA VAN DER MERWE

HANNES GOUWS

BEN KLEYNHANS

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STRUCTURE OF THE WHOA BOARD AND FUNCTIONS OF THE COMMITTEES FUNCTIONS

FUNCTIONS

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FINANCIAL CONTROL AFS SECURITY DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY SIGNOFF OF SUMMIT ON SITE NEW SOURCES OF INCOME LONG TERM PLANNING

AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE

MEMBERS

FINANCE & ASSETS COMMITTEE

MEMBERS

WHOA BOARD

CHRIS BEUKMAN HANNES GOUWS

BUILDING UPGRADE BUDGET CONTRACT MANAGEMENT SCM GOLF EXPERIENCE TURF MANAGEMENT NEW CAPITAL PROJECTS

FRANK VAN HEERDEN JACK VAN DER MERWE BEN KLEYNHANS

SOCIAL, ETHICS & HR COMMITTEE

MEMBERS DELMA VAN DER MERWE ANSIE JACOBS

FUNCTIONS • • • • • •

ESTATE RULES HR GOING GREEN RECYCLE WALL OF REMEMBRANCE COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING

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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 ourÂ residents. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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SAVE THE DATE FRI, 30 NOV 2018 ANNUAL KIDDIES XMAS PARTY

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THE ESTATE OF CHOICE - FEEDBACK FROM THE CHAIRPERSON

At the Annual General Meeting of the Woodhill Homeowners Association, held on the 6th August 2018, I again reiterated that the focus for the WHOA Board for the coming year will be: • Enhancing the safety and security of the Woodhill Homeowners and Residents as well as all the assets within Woodhill; • Ensuring the continued Woodhill living experience by improving the facilities and common areas of the Estate; • Building on the golfing experience at Woodhill - focusing on the development of golf as a family experience and introducing new members, especially the youth, to the sport; and • Continue to maintain and protect the golf course, which is the single biggest asset of Woodhill. At the first WHOA Board meeting the Board members confirmed that they are committed to the King IV principles of Good Governance reiterating that they are ready to tackle the challenges faced by Woodhill. It was agreed that to best address

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these challenges the Board will function through the following three Committees: • Audit & Risk Convener: Chris Beukman • Finance & Assets Convener: Frank van Heerden • Social, Ethics & HR Convener: Delma van der Merwe. The Board is very aware of the fact that the Homeowners and Residents of Woodhill have very detailed, diverse knowledge and experience in many of the challenges facing Woodhill. Some of these challenges are: • Woodhill has been in existence for nearly twenty years. I think the time has come to develop a ten to fifteen year plan for the Estate. How can we increase the number of houses on the Estate to increase our levy-base? • The review of the Estate rules; • How do we build up a reserve fund for emergencies? • How do we maintain the road network that we are buying from the City of from Tshwane in the future? • Can we become bulk-service providers of

electricity and what will the financial benefit be for the WHOA? • What is the optimum future use of the Driving-range? • How do ensure that the security system at Woodhill stays abreast with the increased threat from criminal elements in our area? • How do we minimise the impact and disruption of the proposed 1500 mm diameter pipeline of the Rand Water Board which will cut through our Estate? • How do we influence the proposed building of a high density residential complex, by the City of Tshwane, behind the Woodlands Shopping Centre? • Improvements to the Clubhouse and WHOA Building? I would like to urge Homeowners, with the requisite skills and experience, to contact the Board Committee conveners and offer their services to these Committees. This is essential if we want to ensure that Woodhill stays the Estate of Choice. Thank you Jack van der Merwe Chairperson: Woodhill Homeowners Association

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A FORCE TO BE RECKONED WITH

Xone Integrated Security (Pty) Ltd specialises in providing turnkey solutions to the estate environment. The company provides an integrated estate solution consisting of both manpower and technology, managed by a state-of-theart Command Centre hosted at Cape Town International Airport. Xone is regarded as one of the key players in the security technology and guarding

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space in South Africa and has operations throughout Africa. The company’s directors have over eighty years’ experience in the security industry, making it one of the most experienced service providers in the country, with the results of its services standing up to the most critical scrutiny. The company’s track record of success in the luxury estate and hotel markets is due to its understanding of the role that on-site security management plays in managing the security at the various estates. Woodhill exemplifies this. Xone invests

in experienced and seasoned security specialists to conduct the security at the Estate, supported by a wealth of knowledge and experience from head office. Not only do these individuals have the experience, but also the maturity to deal with day-today operational and administrative issues related to manpower, procedures and technology. The people aspect is also a critical skill all security service providers require, and interaction with residents in dealing with various security and safety issues forms part of the daily activities of Xone’s employees.

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Xone has appointed Juan Jansen Van Vuuren and Michael Main to fulfil the function at Woodhill as the Security and Assistant Security Managers respectively. Reporting to the on-site managers, the second tier of operational supervisory staff plays a very important supporting role in the management function. The security superintendents are the shift leaders and ensure staff are posted timeously, ready and prepared for the various functions they will have to perform, which includes but is not limited to: access control, patrol duties, responding to alarms, conducting operational administration and ensuring all technology feeds into the control room are in working condition and tested on a regular basis. Cecile Mabotle, Tshepo Matseke and Teboho Masina fulfil this important role. At the registration office, Gerda Rusteberg (residents) and Shalate Mabunda (contractors) are working diligently to ensure members are registered according to the estateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s procedures. The access control database is scrubbed regularly to ensure the integrity of the system is maintained. Only people who have the relevant authorisation are processed and approved to access the estate. Together with the operational management and access control staff, they have been able to identify numerous false identity cards, illegal passports and other illegal immigration documentation. Xone passes all these cases to the SAPS. The rigorous day-to-day effort required to keep the Estate safe and secure is vested in a security team and supervisors who work 7 days a week, 365 days a year, day and night. These staff members manage the gates, conduct patrols, operate the control room, respond to incidents and are the â&#x20AC;&#x153;faceâ&#x20AC;? of the Estate. They are the first point of contact to the outside community

and represent the image of the Estate. Xone takes great pride in its team and understands the challenges each member faces as they are required to be alert at all times, firm but friendly as they are required to handle various kinds of personalities. The staff receive many compliments from residents and they, and the company as a whole, are grateful for this as the work they do is often unnoticed. Any complaints are dealt with individually and Xone urges residents to report any form of misconduct or ill-discipline. Xone has and continues to conduct time and motion studies to ensure the optimal number of staff is on site and the best utilisation of staff takes place in relation to the technology, processes and requirements of the site. The team has made significant strides in the security environment since its appointment more than three years ago. The current security team has been bedded down and more rigorous procedures have been applied to numerous facets on the Estate, ranging from gate control to the on-site control room and perimeter monitoring. The company has also started overseeing the process of technology installation, which is already playing a significant role in improving perimeter security. In an estate environment, emphasis needs to be placed on friendly and efficient guards who can communicate well, and an efficient crime minimisation programme needs to be maintained. Crime and crime statistics are part of being a resident in South Africa. Xone is in the enviable position to report that, since the date of its appointment in March 2015, there have been zero theft-related incidents on the estate. There are many incidents

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that have been investigated, but Woodhill can be satisfied with its crime statistics results, especially in an environment where estates surrounding Woodhill are being targeted regularly and successfully. Access violations over the fence and through the gates at the Estate, for example, have been recorded as zero and this relates to a very good and effective perimeter system consisting of an electric fence, CCTV and intruder detection systems linked to the Woodhill on-site control room. During the past year there was one attempted car-jacking and an armed robbery at the access gates. The first attempt in November 2017 was at the the Garsfontein gate, and the second attempt in August 2018 at the St Bernard gate. Xone studied both cases together with the HOA Board of Directors. These incidents were very specific and targeted. In both cases, the perpetrators followed the vehicles prior to entering the Estate. In the first case, a specific vehicle had been targeted, a white Porch Cayenne; in the second case, an Audi R8 was followed. In the last incident the perpetrators were not interested in the car, but rather the content inside the car. In both cases the perpetrators were heavily armed with assault rifles and pistols. This is naturally a serious concern for the Estate, homeowners and Xone as it directly relates to the safety and security of the Estate. These incidents are part of a much larger national concern related to cash in transit heists, car-hijackings and armed robberies. Similar estates have been targeted around Woodhill, with robbers perceiving that high income individuals with expensive cars and valuables live in such estates.

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Fortunately, in both cases relating to Woodhill there were no injuries. The common belief is to react with force against this kind of incident, however, research has shown that injuries are much less common when an approach of more moderate reaction is taken. This approach has to date proven effective for the Estate and there were, thankfully, no injuries or fatalities recorded during the two incidents. Xone is continuously consulting with the Board and HOA with regards to infrastructure improvements at the gates to be in a position to optimally handle and manage similar incidents. The company continuously looks at improved alarm and response capabilities, warning systems to the residents and to develop operating procedures and improve relationships with the broader community, fire and policing forums. The element of surprise is vested in the hands of the perpetrator who decides on the moment and time. To mitigate this unknown element is not only extremely difficult, but requires intelligent and thoughtful measures. These have been implemented and a process of continuous re-evaluation and improvement is ongoing. The planned security counter action needs to keep the safety of residents as a priority at all times. There is a modus operandi to this balancing act which will force perpetrators to avoid Woodhill as a target of choice. Xoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actions and consultation are focused on ensuring that Woodhill Golf Estate and Country Club remains a residence of choice. The message must be broadcast that Woodhill is well secured, capable of sound

response and that the measures in place do not encourage perpetrators to risk an approach. If you have any queries around our service offering please contact any one of the relevant Xone staff below: Richard Groenewald: Managing Director 082 443 3858 Ian Downie: Sales and Marketing Director 082 906 7600 Frik Wiese: General Manager: Inland 072 3011 400 Riette Smeda: Senior Consultant: Technology 072 987 2044 Juan Jansen Van Vuuren: Security Manager Woodhill Estate 060 976 4727 Michael Main: Assistant Security Manager Woodhill Estate 065 924 7932 Feel free to peruse our web site for more detail on Xone: www.xone.co.za.

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CHEERS TO THAT!

This year saw our Halfway House receive a much needed revamp. We also created a Golferâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lounge and Bar area which has made a visit to the Clubhouse all the more enticing.

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GARDENS | WH

BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS

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It was time to make a change to the garden aesthetics of the two main entrances and as security is always a concern, Woodhill Management decided to make some changes to the garden areas at the gates, removing unnecessary overgrown bushes as well as smaller vegetation. As Woodhill is one of the older estates in the eastern side of Pretoria we also decided that the time had come to identify other areas of concern such as the traffic circles within the Estate and the gardens along Woodhill Drive between the Clubhouse and the Tshwane electricity substation. With regards to the traffic circles, our aim is to beautify these areas with low maintenance yet beautiful succulents that need minimal water as most of the traffic circles don’t have any water points and are currently being watered manually. We are also striving to use most of the existing plants, simply replanting them in different designs to make the traffic circles more aesthetically pleasing as one drives through the Estate. The Woodhill Drive area will also be beautified by stripping all the old leaves off of the current plants and cutting back on some of the hedges. Three different colours of succulents will also be planted to create an effective eye-catching formation along the road.

If you’re a keen gardener, here are a few tips for your garden at home: • Now is the time to upgrade the focus points in your garden with succulents or ornamental grasses. There is a big verity of ornamental grasses with beautiful colours available. • One can also create a new flowerbed in the garden at this time and plant some plants that can be divided in future, creating more plants in this way. Examples of such plants include Phormuims, Dinella Tasmanica, Whatsonias and Crocosmia. • One can also prune back all the scrubs that are overgrown or got damaged through the winter months. • Remember there are some plants in your garden that need acid compost. • Cutting the lawn on your property shortly after the winter months and giving it water with a slow releasing fertiliser or good quality top soil will assist the growth of the grass and later leave you with a beautiful green lawn. • The most important thing to remember is that one needs to feed your plants and lawn on a regular basis for them to grow and beautify your property. An ideal time cycle will be every 6 weeks to do the feeding. Begin with the feeding of the roots and 6 weeks later the leaves - repeating just before next winter. Gordon Pennekan In-house Landscaping and Garden Manager

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CELEBRATE -

WOODHILL STYLE

Woodhill is the perfect venue for any function, event or celebration. And Laetitia from Summit on Site is the perfect Function Co-ordinator to ensure that all your requirements are met.

From beautiful outdoor settings to formal indoor banqueting, kiddies parties and a year-end bash, Woodhill together with Summit on Site will ensure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an event to remember.

Celebrating - Woodhill style - has never been this easy. Contact Laetitia today on laetitia@summitonsite.com to find out about all the wonderful offerings our Clubhouse has.

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GOLF | WH

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Property Specialist Rosa Willers 082 962 7228 rosa@seeff.com

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R4 500 000 - Web 465445

4 Bedrooms 3.5 Bathrooms 2 Garages

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WOODHILL’S FEATHERED FRIENDS What began many years ago was passed on to myself, Connie Marais, in 2004 when I inherited the ‘official’ Woodhill Bird List from Allen West, a former Woodhill Director. As our Estate has flourished over the years with the addition of trees and other plants, our bird sightings have become more frequent resulting in a rather substantial list today - 155 birds identified to be exact. The most recent sighting was recorded by Pieter Heslinga, a resident in Woodhill Estate, and a keen birder. Photographed on the page opposite this one, taken at the 10th tee, this beautiful African (Purple) Swamphen was seen. Should you identify a new bird species on our Estate, please feel free to email the details to me on conniem@rais.co.za so that we can keep the birding list up to date. I look forward to expanding this list even more. Connie Marais Resident

ROBERTS VI NUMBER

ENGLISH NAME

AFRIKAANS NAME

Grebe, Great Crested

Dobbertjie, Kuifkop

Grebe, Little (Dabchick)

Dobbertjie, Klein

Cormorant, White-breasted

Duiker, Witbors

Cormorant, Reed

Duiker, Riet

Darter, African

Slanghalsvoël

Heron, Grey

Reier, Blou

Heron, Black-headed

Reier, Swartkop

Heron, Purple

Reier, Rooi

Egret, Little

Reier, Kleinwit

Heron, Black

Reier, Swart

Egret, Cattle

Reier, Vee (Bosluisvoël)

Heron, Squacco

Reier, (Gewone) Ral

Heron, Green-backed

Reier, Groenrug

Hamerkop

Ibis, African Sacred

Skoorsteenveër

Ibis, Glossy

Ibis, Glans

Ibis, Hadeda

Hadeda

Spoonbill, African

Lepelaar

Duck, White-faced Whistling

Eend, Nonnetjie

102

Goose, Egyptian

Kolgans

104

Duck, Yellow-billed

Eend, Geelbek

105

Duck, African Black

Eend, Swart

106

Teal, Cape

Eend, Teel

114,1

Mallard

Eend, Groenkop

126,1

Kite, Yellowbilled

Wou, Geelbek

127

Kite, Black-shouldered

Valkie, Blou

139

Eagle, Long-crested

Arend, Langkuif

148

Eagle, African Fish

Arend, Vis

154

Buzzard, Lizard

Valk, Akkedis

156

Sparrowhawk, Ovambo

Sperwer, Ovambo

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ROBERTS VI NUMBER

ENGLISH NAME

AFRIKAANS NAME

ROBERTS VI NUMBER

ENGLISH NAME

165

Harrier, African Marsh

Vleivalk, Afrikaanse

431

Kingfisher, Malachite

169

Hawk, African Harrier

Valk, Kaalwang

433

Kingfisher, Woodland

188

Francolin, Coqui

Swempie

435

Kingfisher, Brown-hooded

193

Francolin, Orange River

Patrys, Kalahari

438

Bee-eater, European

199

Spurfowl, Swainson’s

Fisant, Bosveld

451

Hoopoe, African

203

Guineafowl, Helmeted

Tarentaal, Gewone

452

Wood-hoopoe, Green

223

Swamphen, African (Purple)

Riethaan, Grootkoning

457

Hornbill, African Grey

226

Moorhen, Common

Waterhoender, Groot

464

Barbet, Black-collared

228

Coot, Red-knobbed

Bleshoender

473

Barbet, Crested

249

Plover, Three-banded

Kiewiet, Driebandstrand

474

Honeyguide, Greater

255

Lapwing, Crowned

Kiewiet, Kroon

476

Honeyguide, Lesser

258

Lapwing, Blacksmith

Kiewiet, Bont

481

Woodpecker, Bennett’s

260

Lapwing, African Wattled

Kiewiet, Lel

483

Woodpecker, Golden-tailed

264

Sandpiper, Common

Ruiter, Gewone

489

Wryneck, Red-throated

297

Thick-knee, Spotted

Dikkop

494

Lark, Rufous-naped

Meeu, Gryskop

518

Swallow, Barn

520

Swallow, White-throated

Gull, Grey-headed

315

338

Tern, Whiskered

Sterretjie, Witbaard

348

Dove, Rock (Pigeon, Feral)

Duif, Tuin

526

Swallow, Greater Striped

349

Pigeon, Speckled

Duif, Krans

527

Swallow, Lesser Striped

350

Pigeon, African Olive

Duif, Geelbekbos

541

Drongo, Fork-tailed

Duif, Groot Ring

545

Oriole, Black-headed

548

Crow, Pied

Dove, Red-eyed

352

354

Dove, Cape Turtle

Duif, Gewone Tortel

355

Dove, Laughing

Duifie, Rooibors

560

Babbler, Arrow-marked

366

Parakeet, Rose-ringed

Parkiet, Ringnek

568

Bulbul, Dark-capped

373

Go-away-bird, Grey

Kwëvoël

576

Thrush, Kurrichane

377

Cuckoo, Red-chested

Piet-my-vrou

577,1

Thrush, Karoo

Nuwejaarsvoël, Bont

580

Thrush, Groundscraper

586

Wheatear, Mountain

Cuckoo, Jacobin

382

386

Cuckoo, Diederick

Diedrikkie

100

391

Coucal, Burchell’s

Vleiloerie, Gewone

101

589

Chat, Familiar

392

Owl, Barn

Uil, Nonnetjie

102

593

Chat, Mocking Cliff

397

Owl, Southern White-faced Scops Uil, Witwang

103

595

Chat, (Southern) Ant-eating

Owlet, Pearl-spotted

Uil, Witkol

104

596

Stonehat, African

601

Robin-Chat, Cape

398

401

Owl, Spotted Eagle

Uil, Gevlekte Oor

105

408

Nightjar, Freckled

Naguil, Donker

106

621

Tit-babbler, Chestnut-vented

415

Swift, White-rumped

Windswael, Witkruis

107

625

Warbler, Ichterine

417

Swift, Little

Windswael, Klein

108

633

Warbler, Marsh

421

Swift, African Palm

Windswael, Palm

109

635

Warbler, Lesser Swamp

424

Muisvoël, Gevlekte

110

643

Warbler, Willow

425

Mousebird, White-backed

Muisvoël, Witkruis

111

645

Apalis, Bar-throated

426

Mousebird, Red-faced

Muisvoël, Rooiwang

112

651

Crombec, Long-billed

428

Kingfisher, Pied

Visvanger, Bont

113

664

Cisticola, Zitting

429

Kingfisher. Giant

Visvanger, Reuse

114

683

Prinia, Tawny-flanked

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Mousebird, Speckled

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AFRIKAANS NAME

ROBERTS VI NUMBER

ENGLISH NAME

AFRIKAANS NAME

Visvanger, Kuifkop

115

685

Prinia, Black-chested

Langstertjie, Swartband

Visvanger, Bosveld

116

694

Flycatcher, Southern Black

Vlieëvanger, Swart

Visvanger, Bruinkop

117

698

Flycatcher, Fiscal

Vlieëvanger, Fiskaal

Byvreter, Europese

118

701

Batis, Chinspot

Bosbontrokkie, Witlies

Hoephoep

119

706

Flycatcher, Fairy

Vlieëvanger, Fee

Kakelaar, Rooibek

120

710

Flycatcher, African Paradise

Vlieëvanger, (Afrikaanse) Paradys

Neushoringvoël, Grys

121

713

Wagtail, Cape

Kwikkie, Gewone

Houtkapper, Rooikop

122

716

Pipit, African

Koester, Gewone

Houtkapper, Kuifkop

123

727

Longclaw, Cape

Kalkoentjie, Oranjekeel

Heuningwyser, Groot

124

732

Fiscal, Common

Laksman

Heuningwyser, Klein

125

736

Boubou, Southern

Fiskaal, Suidelike Water

Speg, Bennettse

126

740

Puffback, Blackbacked

Sneeubal

Speg, Goudstert

127

743

Tchagra, Browncrowned

Tjagra, Rooivlerk

Draaihals

128

746

Bokmakierie

Lewerik, Rooinek

129

748

Bush-Shrike, Orange-breasted

Boslaksman, Oranjebors

Swael, Europese

130

758

Myna, Common

Spreeu, Indiese

Swael, Witkeel

131

759

Starling, Pied

Spreeu, Witgat

Swael, Groot Streep

132

764

Starling, Cape Glossy

Spreeu, Klein Glans

Swael, Klein Streep

133

769

Starling, Red-winged

Spreeu, Rooivlerk

Byvanger, Mikstert

134

787

Sunbird, White-bellied

Suikerbekkie, Witbors

Wielewaal, (Oostelike) Swartkop

135

792

Sunbird, Amethyst

Suikerbekkie

Kraai, Witbors

136

796

White-eye, Cape

Glasogie, Kaapse

Katlagter, Pylvlek

137

801

Sparrow, House

Mossie, Huis

Tiptol, Swartoog

138

803

Sparrow, Cape

Mossie, Gewone

Lyster, Rooibek

139

804

Sparrow, Southern Greyheaded

Mossie, (Suidelike) Gryskop

Lyster, Gevlekte

140

805

Petronia, Yellow-throated

Mossie, (Afrikaanse) Geelvlek

Bergwagter

141

807

Weaver, Thick-billed

Wewer, Dikbek

Spekvreter, Gewone

142

813

Weaver, Cape

Wewer, Kaapse

Dassievoël

143

814

Weaver, Southern Masked

Vink, Swartkeelgeel

Swartpiek

144

821

Quelea, Red-billed

Kwelea, Rooibek

Bontrokkie, Gewone

145

824

Bishop, Southern Red

Vink, (Suidelike) Rooi

Janfrederik, Gewone

146

829

Widowbird, White-winged

Flap, Witvlerk

Tjeriktik, Bosveld

147

831

Widowbird, Red-collared

Flap, Rooikeel

Spotvoël

148

844

Waxbill, Blue

Sysie, Gewone Blou

Sanger, Europese Riet

149

846

Waxbill, Common

Sysie, Rooibek

Sanger, Kaapse Riet

150

855

Finch, Cut-throat

Vink, Bandkeel

Sanger, Hof

151

856

Finch, Red-headed

Vink, Rooikop

Kleinjantjie, Bandkeel

152

857

Mannikin, Bronze

Fret, Gewone

Stompstert, Bosveld

153

860

Whydah, Pin-tailed

Rooibekkie, Koning

Klopkloppie, Landery

154

870

Canary, Black-throated

Kanarie, Berg

Langstertjie, Bruinsy

155

881

Seedeater, Streaky-headed

Kanarie, Streepkop

Lyster, Bruin

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Villa Sales

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PRICE : R 5 800 000

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PRICE : R 4 900 000

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PRICE : R 3 950 000

LOVELY VIEWS OF THE ESTATE GARDENS. THERE ARE ONLY A COUPLE OF STAIRS UP TO 2 OF THE 4 BEDROOM EN-SUITES - OTHER THAN THAT THE REST OF THE VILLA IS ALL ON ONE LEVEL FROM DRIVEWAY TO PATIO & POOL. Covered Patios & Sunny Open Wooden Decks. All Open Plan Design However Each Area Has Its Own Individual Identity. Fully Fitted Kitchen with All Stainless-Steel Equipment. Scullery/Laundry. Formal Lounge. Family Lounge with Pool Table. Dining Room. 4 Bedrooms All En-Suite. Guest Loo. Patio with Built-In Braai. RimFlow Pool. Fully Air-Conditioned. DLUG. FURNISHED

MAGNIFICENT GOLF COURSE & ESTATE VIEWS. SHORT WALK TO THE BEACH. Free Standing Villa. 5 Bedrooms (2 En-Suites). 4 Bathrooms. One of which is an Outside Bedroom with Separate Bathroom. Each Bedroom Leads Out onto Private Patio. Open Plan Kitchen, Dining Area & Lounge. Enclosed Courtyard with Separate Laundry Room. Large Covered Patio with Built-In Stainless Steel Braai, Enclosed on Three Sides, Accessed from Kitchen & Lounge. Extended Open Patio with Swimming Pool. Fully Air-Conditioned. 2 x Double Covered Carports. FURNISHED

THIS VILLA IS ESPECIALLY FOR THE ARMCHAIR GOLFER. SIT ON YOUR DECK WITH COCKTAIL IN HAND & WATCH THEM TEA OFF & DRIVE AWAY. 4 Bedrooms (2 En-suite). 3 Bathrooms. Large Linen Cupboard. Open Plan Kitchen & Large Lounge. Covered Patio with Built-in Braai. A Separate Large Bedroom En-Suite with its Own Private Access & Patio. Free Standing. North facing. Double Covered Carport. FURNISHED

FACILITIES AVAILABLE AT SAN LAMEER • • • • • • •

Parklands 18 Hole Golf Course Club House & Viewing Deck 9 Hole Mashie Golf Driving Range 2 Blue Flag Beaches Lifeguards & Nets Beach Bite & Viewing Deck

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Tennis & Squash Courts Paddle Boats & Canoes 2 Swimming Pools Catch & Release Dam Bowling Green Hiking Trails Kiddies Play Parks

VILLAS, STANDS AND SHARES AVAILABLE Estate Appointed On-Site Sales Team Derek Thomson | 082 774 7784 | derek@sanlameersales.co.za René Smith | 082 571 1789 | rene@sanlameersales.co.za Villa Sales: 039| ISSUE 313 5146 | www.sanlameersales.co.za 26 | WH 2 | 2018

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Camelot Day Spa Clothing Boutique Library Spar Superette 7.5 km Cycling Track Villa Rental Service Cleaning Service

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4 Star Resort Hotel Conference & Wedding Venue The Lagoon Grill Restaurant 24 Hour Access Control Security Patrols State-of-the art Electronic Security System

2nd Take

Look and feel great for less! 2nd Take Castle Walk is a gem of a fashion store international designer brands from Armani to Zara, for women and men. Enjoy a guilt free shopping experience and leave with unique fashion treasures. Leeza and her team are style experts and will help thing is for sure, a visit at 2nd Take will leave you looking and feeling great and your bank balance will still be healthy, even after walking out with a large fashion haul. branded clothing you no longer wear, become a supplier of 2nd Take and make money and space

4 Reasons to visit 2nd Take today! 1

Get up to 70% from Armani to Zara for women and men everyday! Our unique and eclectic selection of pre-loved designer clothes are in perfect condition. 40% to 60% of our brand are not available for purchase anywhere else in SA.

make money! For more information on how to buy from or supply 2nd Take, please contact infocastlewalk@2ndtake.co.za | 012 100 3105 | www.2ndtake.co.zaISSUE 2 2nd Take is a member of FASA.

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save the trees! The Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer (PSHB) beetle has been introduced into South Africa and it is spreading rapidly within the urban forests – resulting in millions of trees projected to die… Difficult to control, these beetles have a symbiotic relationship with the fungus Fusarium Euwallaceae which serves as a food source for the adults and their larvae. This fungus grows in the tunnels made by the borer eventually resulting in Fusarium dieback which is when the tree’s vascular system becomes blocked, its leaves begin to thin on the ends of branches, turn brown and eventually the tree dies. The most obvious sign of PSHB infestation is brown stains on the tree’s branches around each hole where the borer has penetrated the tree.

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Attacking both indigenous and exotic trees, the PSHB is indiscriminate since it doesn’t eat wood but rather feeds on the fungus that it introduces to its host tree. Unable to complete its life cycle on all the tree species it attacks, important reproductive hosts include species of oaks, maples, willows, coral trees, avocado and castor bean trees. Infestation currently known and identified in South Africa is in Johannesburg, Durban, Richards Bay, Pietermaritzburg, George, Knysna and Hartwater. Recent chemical tests indicate that one heavily infested tree contains over 100 000 beetles. Once an infested tree is identified, disposal thereof is important to reducing the spread of this damaging pest. Appropriate disposal methods include chipping, composting, solarisation or burning.

How can you help? Surveys to monitor the spread of the beetle and fungus in South Africa are continuing. The public can assist by looking out for trees with the Fusarium dieback symptoms and reporting them via the Tree Survey App. This allows you to report an infestation and each report receives in-app feedback. A centralized database manages all PSHB reports allowing stakeholders to track where it has spread to. For further information you can visit www.TreeSurvey.co.za. Information sourced for this article from www.pshb.co.za.

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CHARITY | WH

PLEDGE YOUR

SANTA SHOE BOX easy as 1-2-3 Originally started in Cape Town, this project has expanded tenfold, with the number of Santa Shoeboxes growing from a humble 180 boxes in 2006 to an astounding total of 762 594 boxes to date. The boxes are distributed to more than 1 000 recipient facilities, through more than 60 satellites around South Africa and Namibia. The success of the Project can largely be attributed to its personal nature – donors give gifts to children whose names, ages and genders are known.

The project is supported by an extensive network of volunteers across South Africa and Namibia – kind-hearted people who give freely of their time, energy and expertise without remuneration. It also relies on the generous backing of various corporate sponsors pledging monetary or pro bono support. Many companies, involving their staff members and pledge Santa Shoeboxes as part of their Corporate Social Investment programmes. Pledging your Santa Shoe Box is as easy as signing up online at www.santashoebox. co.za. Once you’ve signed up and pledged a box, getting your gift together is as easy as 1,2,3… Got a question?

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FITNESS | WH

GRENADA’S NEWEST 5- STAR RESORT &

CITIZENSHIP-BY-INVESTMENT OPPORT UNIT Y

FOR SALE: 1-bedroom suites and studios are now for sale as freehold condominiums. Purchasers in this stunning 5-star beachfront resort are eligible to apply for Grenadian citizenship through the country’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme. Grenada is the only country in the Caribbean with a CBI programme that has an E2Visa treaty with the US. Grenada has a source-based taxation system. Citizens who are tax resident in Grenada are not subject to Grenadian tax on their foreign income, nor do they pay any wealth, gift, inheritance or capital gains tax. Prices from $350,000. Kimpton® Hotels & Restaurants is part of the InterContinental Hotels Group®

Opens 2019

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For more information contact: Brink Oosthuizen Tel: 0828923275 Email: Oosthuizen@kawanabay.com.

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2018 WINNERS:

VLEIPADDAS! Congratulations to the 2018 winners of our annual competition. The final scores were as follows: Hillbillies – 503 Vleipddas – 555 Hillbillies Captain : Louis Bekker Vleipaddas Captian : Wessel van Wyk Thanks to Brink Oosthuizen of Kimpton Kuwana Bay for the sponsorship of the Halfway House.

Lawn Bowls Vleipaddas: Ray Wilkinson and Martin Fourie (In the Hole) Hillbilly: Hannes vd Merwe 30 cm

Wanna be a Champion results: Call your Distance: Louis Hattingh 190m Hannes de Wet 190m Michael Cullen 240m Longest Drive with pissiman wood hole 9: Tristan Topka

Nearest to Pin #2: Dorian Pratt Nearest to Pin #12 (Pam Golding): Wessel van Wyk Longest Putt #12 (Pam Golding): Colin MacKenzie

PM Field only! 1st Louis Hattingh and Louis Wiid 2nd Alex and Wessel van Wyk 3rd Jacckie Verhage and Bonnie Wasserman

Other results for the day were:

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FOOD | WH

COME DINE WITH US

Meet our Food and Beverage Duty Managers

Delicious looking plates of food with incredible odours coming from the kitchen have become a norm in the Woodhill Clubhouse. We went in search of the Summit on Site team who ensure that every guest feels welcome and enjoys their time spent in our restaurants. Max Katsa

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Mildred Moleo

Daniel Mkhondo

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Chef Monique du Toit

Chef Patrice Richard Seibold

Chef Monique entered the hospitality industry straight out of high school when she joined Innibos Evets Company. In 2011 she took an opportunity to study Professional Cookery at The Capital Hotel School and Training Academy. After completing her practical training at The Sheraton Hotel, Union Caterers and Southern Sun Pretoria, she began working part-time at The Harlequin Restaurant and Barraca’s Wine and Beer Bar in her final year of studies.

In 2007 Chef Patrice began working in his parent’s restaurant and soon realised his love for cheffing. He enrolled in his studies of Professional Cookery and Culinary Arts at The Capital Hotel School in Pretoria whilst working at a catering company in 2012 and graduated in 2013.

Passionate about her studies, Chef Monique received the Top Achiever in Practical Training Award as well as the Student of the Year Award. She obtained her Diploma Cum Laude. Specialising in pasties and designer cakes, Chef Monique’s favourite dish to make for Woodhill guests is the Lindor Chocolate Mousse Forest. This is a chocolate mousse served on a bed of chocolate coffee sand, black cherry couli, nougat, chocolate shavings and mint jelly... With a wide variety of menu options, Chef Monique feels that Woodhill caters for most taste buds and some more. Chef Monique is part of the team ensuring that every meal served is absolute perfection.

Soon afterwards he began working in a professional kitchen and worked his way up to Sous Chef. In November 2014 Chef Patrice was nominated and received the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. Chef Patrice is a passionate chef who loves working in the kitchen. He especially enjoys creating new dishes with his fellow chefs keeping menus fresh and exciting. His speciality - hot kitchen. And his favourite dish to serve - Schweinshaxe served with potato rosti, Sauerkraut and a mustard sauce. With the Basket for 2 being the most popular item on the Woodhill menu, Chef Patrice looks forward to bringing many more exciting options to Woodhill guests in the future.

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SECURITY AWARENESS TIPS

Xone has kindly provided us with some guidelines to ensuring a safer environment at Woodhill: • Most hijackings happen in driveways – be observant when leaving work and travelling to the Estate. • Take note of any suspicious event or activity and notify the Control Room immediately. • Be constantly alert – petty theft on estates is frequently from contractors, residents and domestics rather than from external factors.

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• Most people think only of crime as a threat to their safety. It is vital to consider multiple risks which are even more probable. These include: • Fire • Electrical faults • Poison • Aggressive animals • Children in public areas such as roads. • Ensure all doors are locked and windows shut where possible. • Ensure alarms are activated when not at home. • If you have any specific requirements or are going to be away for a prolonged period

of time, please notify the Control Room and we will ensure special processes are instituted. • Do not leave hidden keys. Crime has increased significantly in our demographic. Please notify Xone of any suspicious activity in the surrounding areas and the relevant staff will communicate with the Police and community forums.

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DESTINATION IRENE

NOW WITH A NEW LOOK AND FEEL Break away from the city life - kick back at Irene Farm and African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection®. Both of these venues now boast some great new additions and are definitely worth a visit. Nestled in the historical village of Irene lies the Irene Farm and African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection®. Those fortunate enough to have already visited will attest to the fact that these gorgeous venues are indeed best described as ‘heaven on earth’ – a fabulous escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Never been there? Well, make sure you do soon as you are in for a treat. Irene Farm surely needs no introduction. A fully operational dairy farm since 1895 still owned and operated by the Van der Byl family, making it one of the oldest family-run businesses in South Africa, Irene Farm has never lost its old-world charm and welcomes visitors from near and far. Frequent visitors will have noticed that

the venue has recently undergone a beautiful refurbishment. The famous fountain has found a new home, now located in the walkway entrance of the farm where you can throw a coin and make a wish. All proceeds are still donated to local worthy charities. The old Irene Farm shop has also been refurbished. Now named The Deli one can find wonderful eats on offer including delicious fresh bread, cold meats, farmhouse cheeses, sweet and savoury platters as well as home-cooked meals. It’s bigger and better - now even boasting its very own branded Dairy Cow promotional product range. Another exciting addition is the extension to The Deck restaurant which can now seat up to 90 guests. So the next time you want to grab a bite, go and check out their tantalising new menu which offers timeless café classics as well as some new and wonderful tastes. The beverage selection has also expanded now including a refreshing Craft Gin Cocktails Menu. The Barn Restaurant recently re-opened after an extensive refurbishment and now boasts along with 300 outdoor seats, four conference/function/wedding venues

www.irenefarm.co.za E: barn@ireneestate.co.za T: 012 667 4822

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offering seating for up to 250 guests. Keep an eye out for the new indoor buffet station serving a great selection over the weekend as well as a revamped a la carte menu available seven days week. Not forgetting the little ones, there’s a tasty new kids menu and a brand new kids’ corner complete with a state of the art jungle gym. Be sure to head over to our cows and get a welcome kiss! The River Loop is the newest addition to their offerings. It’s a lovely walk down to the river on the tree-lined brick road and will be completed soon. Guests can stroll along or ride a bicycle whilst enjoying the tranquil scenery the farm has on offer. More exciting news is that a brand new underground subway has been built between the picturesque Irene Farm and African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection®, making access between the properties easier for guests and visitors. The beautiful serene luxury lodge is situated across the road from the Irene Farm. Managed with key card access control and big enough to drive a golf cart through which will transport guests between the venues, this new subway ensures a safer passage for our guests.

www.irenecountrylodge.co.za E: lodge@irenecountrylodge.co.za T: 012 667 6464

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From the moment you drive down the long and winding oak-lined lane leading up to African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection®’s entrance, you’ll feel like you’re being transported to another world. And what’s more, there have been more impressive upgrades and renovations done here too. The lodge now boasts with 123 spacious luxurious rooms. A brand new reception area with an open-plan design ensures every guest feels welcome upon arrival, check-in and starts their stay as relaxed as possible. The Silver Rose Lobby Lounge can be found here offering a high end experience. Be sure to taste some of the luxury teas served on your next visit. Just off reception is the stylish River Bar with indoor/outdoor under roof and deck seating options. Offering guests a more relaxed feel, The River Bar has the most beautiful view of the famous Highveld sunset. A new extended menu offers more relaxed meal options with easy lunches and light evening meals. The Meadow Green Restaurant has been extended to allow for more guests to enjoy a fine dining experience while still retaining its famous romantic, luxurious feel. Adjacent to the restaurant is a gorgeous new function venue with its own deck area overlooking the beautiful lake at the back of the property. The Lakeview venue offer seating for up to 250 guests. Complemented by the award-winning Camdeboo Day Spa and various other function and wedding venues, African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection® ensures there is something for everyone.

So, the next time you want to get away from the rush of city life, but don’t want to spend hours on the road, head on over to Destination Irene. You’ll get to relax, unwind and indulge in great food. You and the kids will love it – guaranteed!

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anna: 082 456 2190 anna@patzwi.co.za 264 zambezi drive, sinoville, pretoria info@patzwi.co.za | www. patzwi.co.za

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WH | ACCREDITED ESTATE AGENTS

Woodhill Residential Estate and Country Club - Approved Estate Agents

Ansie Jacobs: 082 494 6677 Devon Hendey: 082 453 1076 devon@parrisinc.co.za

Conrad Strauss: 087 654 1333 conrad@thebulliongroup.co.za

ansie@appleproperty.co.za

Inge Nowitz: 083 380 6414

Bully Smit: 082 891 7126 bullysmit@mweb.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 brogann@just.property

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: 082 561 4381/012 480 1752 leandinaude@gmail.com

marinda.remax@outlook.com

ronelle@rootx.co.za

narina@allestates.co.za

rosa@seeff.com

Rochella Nouse: 0735170910 rochella@aidapta.co.za

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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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marinda.remax@outlook.com

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GOLF!

In my hand I hold a ball, White and dimpled... rather small. Oh, how bland it does appear, This harmless looking little sphere. By its size I could not guess The awesome strength it does possess. But since I fell beneath its spell, I’ve wandered through the fires of hell. My life has not been quite the same Since I chose to play this stupid game. It rules my mind for hours on end; A fortune it has made me spend. It has made me curse and made me cry, And hate myself and want to die. It promises me a thing called par, If I hit it straight and far. To master such a tiny ball, Should not be very hard at all. But my desires the ball refuses, And does exactly as it chooses. It hooks and slices, dribbles and dies, And disappears before my eyes. Often it will have a whim, To hit a tree or take a swim. With miles of grass on which to land, It finds a tiny patch of sand. Then has me offering up my soul, If only it would find the hole. It’s made me whimper like a pup, And swear that I will give it up. And take to drink to ease my sorrow, But the ball knows... I’ll be back tomorrow. ~ Author: Allan Berman

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