February 2020

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY AND CAROLS AT FWG Art Appreciation in Fourways Gardens Hedgehog release in the Nature Reserve Young residents take the initiative

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Contact us on 011 465 1187 Fourways Junction Centre, White Hills Close, Fourways February 2020 02 Message from the Chairperson 04 From the General Manager 06 Security 08 Monthly Draw 10 Children’s Christmas Party and Carols at FWG 14 Art Appreciation in Fourways Gardens 18 Turfnet: February in the Garden 20 FWG Activity Providers 21 Young residents taking initiative! 23 Hedgehog release in the Nature Reserve 24 TheCarScene: Audi SQ5 28 James Clarke: Chaos in the Bird World 30 Michelle L Raymond: Conscious Parenting 32 Dainfern College: Matric Results 34 Kyalami Schools Matric Results 38 Citroën celebrates its centenary 42 Classic garden ornaments from Gardens of Italy 44 Twisted Whiskers: Toxic Plants for Pets 48 Restaurant competition 50 Education Feature 61 Approved Estate Agents 62 Classi eds 64 James Clarke on Ageing

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FOURWAYS GARDENS Residential Estate 10 Contact Numbers / Emergencies / Fault Reporting Estate Of ce 011 465 7731 Clubhouse 011 465 0937 Estate Security 24/7 Security Control Room 011 465 5466/5465/2302 011 467 2005/1400 Site Manager 071 224 6776 Assist Site Manager 071 222 7037 FWG Mobile Site Phone 076 200 5280 Important Numbers 23 ER 24 Emergency 084 124 Netcare 911 082 911 / 010 209 8604 Life Fourways Hospital 011 875 1000 Ambulance Fourways Life Hospital 011 875 1000 / 010 209 8604 Live your best life. Douglasdale Police Station 011 699 1300 Police/Flying Squad 10111 Metro Police 011 490 1600 Fire and Ambulance 10177 Lonehill Fire Department 011 465 5792 / 011 028 1083 Sandton Fire Department 011 375 5911 48 Fourways Gardens Specialists Fault Reporting and Utilities Suppliers Contact us on 011 465 1187 Eskom 086 003 7566 City of Johannesburg Municipality 011 375 5555 / Fourways Junction Centre, White Hills Close, Fourways 086 056 2874 Telkom 10210 Vumatel 086 100 8862 Estate News MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRPERSON

Best wishes to all our gardens and aesthetics of the estate; Thanks to the efforts of Damian and residents for a happy and communication; and last but not least, Margot from the estate offi ce, the dispute resolution and interpretation of problem was resolved and our wetland prosperous 2020. the estate’s Conduct Rules. will hopefully be much cleaner in future. We do, however, urge residents to stay The message that I would like to share Rather than get involved when an issue out of the stream as we never know what is - let us be involved for the good of you have a passion for raises its head, happens upstream from our estate. our Fourways Gardens Community! we invite home owners to be involved and assist in the sub-committees to The lesson for me, apart from the The new Board has set out a mission shape a matter or policy. concern over the decay in the greater statement based on two pillars: Johannesburg infrastructure, was the 1. To increase the value of property in Our New Year kicked off with a stink – a importance of symbiosis between us the estate and serious raw sewage spill developed over and our neighbours. It’s alarming that a 2. To create a safe and pleasant the Festive Season and affected the problem 3km from our estate had such Uncapped Lightning Fast environment. wetland running in front of the Clubhouse. an impact on our immediate environment. Any decisions will be taken with this Damian Booth, the overseeing Board mission in mind. Member, has spent the past weeks I invite owners to contact me via Symmetrical Home Fibre Solutions attending to the matter. The problem was WhatsApp, SMS or phone on The Board identifi ed certain matters traced to a leak in a tunnel, 22 metres 082 5511 613 if you are prepared to help. that require attention: the roads; the deep under the Witkoppen Bridge on the access gates; boreholes and water corner of Witkoppen Road and William Kind regards, management; the wetland and dam; the Nicol Drive. Zoks Schwellnus Choice of 6 Fibre Line Speeds Multiple Payment Options Local Effi cient Technical Support Low Latency

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Dear Residents,

On behalf of the Board of Directors and some residents issued for speeding, and not stopping at Management, we would like to wish all of leave their dogs stop signs, which is of great concern to our residents and owners a prosperous at home when Management. New Year. We hope that you all had a they go away, and well-deserved break over the Festive their pets become SECURITY Season, travelled safely to and from your bored and lonely, The Festive Season went off very well, holidays and are ready to tackle 2020 they tend to bark, and no serious security-related incidents with a vengeance. even if there is were reported. Management meets someone living on weekly with our Security Company, As usual, the year has started and is the property. 24/7 Security Services, to address any Gary Haynes already back in full swing. Together with security issues, and to establish where the new Board of Directors, we look Doggie poo in common areas and we can improve on security, where forward to building on what we believe estate pathways which is not cleaned up possible. was a successful 2019, and are aiming to and removed by the resident/dog minder/ achieve more, to make 2020 even better. domestic worker, has always been an AESTHETICS ongoing problem in the estate, and this I would like to remind residents that Since the Estate Offi ce re-opened on Festive Season was no different. If you when planning to do alterations/additions 6 January 2020, we have received the are a dog owner, please be respectful of to your property, you fi rst need to get following complaints, which we would the Estate Rules, and the other residents your plans approved by the Architectural like to bring to your attention: in the estate. It is the pet owners’ Review Committee. Alterations/additions responsibility to ensure that they pick up may not commence until the plans have Maintenance of properties and after their pets, and properly dispose of been approved. streetscape – After the wet and humid their waste. Animal waste poses a health weather over the Festive Season, lawns risk, as it serves as a food source for PROJECTS IN PROGRESS/PLANNED and fl owerbeds are in need of a lot of rats, and will encourage rat infestation if Here is a brief update on the projects TLC and maintenance. Please ensure not cleaned-up immediately. currently in progress, as well as those that your laws are cut, and fl owerbeds planned for the year. maintained. To all residents who kept All residents are requested to take pride 1. Construction of the Redbud stormwater their gardens tidy throughout the holidays in the community by adhering to the system in Phase 2. and made improvements, we wish to Estate Rules regarding the disposal of 2. Repaving of the Chorisa/Celtis road extend our thanks! pet waste. If all pet owners within the intersection damaged due to a burst community practise proper pet waste water pipe. Pets – Residents, who have pets, are disposal as mentioned above, the 3. Paving upgrade project of the Phase 2 to please ensure they do not cause a eyesore and health hazard created by Camdeboo Road section from Flame disruption by roaming to neighbouring pet waste in the common areas can be to the Phase 2 main entrance gates. properties. In terms of the Estate Rules, eliminated. The Board and Management pets are not allowed to become a nuisance thank you in advance for your cooperation We hope you have a wonderful 2020 or cause a disturbance or annoyance to in this matter. and we look forward to working with our other homeowners or residents through residents for the betterment of our estate. barking, howling, squawking, etc. or, Contravention of Estate Road Traffi c in the case of cats, straying into other Rules – Residents are to please advise Regards, people’s properties or houses. their visitors and contractors that the speed limit is strictly 40km/h. There have Gary Barking dogs were a problem. As already been a number of penalties

The Fourways Gardens Estate Magazine focuses on the Fourways Gardens Residential Estate. The magazine is distributed to all residents at the guardhouses. The magazine is co-ordinated and published by Estates in Africa (Pty) Ltd on behalf of Fourways Gardens Homeowners Association. The opinions of advertisers, contributors, workers and personnel of Estates in Africa (Pty) Ltd do not necessarily refl ect those of the HOA of the Fourways Gardens Residential Estate. PUBLISHER: Nico Maritz [email protected] SALES MANAGER: Martin Fourie 072 835 8405 [email protected] EDITOR: Nicole Hermanson [email protected] ADVERTISING SALES: Wesley Massyn [email protected] 082 453 6599 PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR: Anna Sawa [email protected] DESIGN: Diane van Noort [email protected] JOHANNESBURG OFFICE: Tel: 011 327 4062 Fax: 011 327 4094 32 Fricker Road, Illovo, Johannesburg www.eiapublishing.co.za

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The purpose of the Domestics Forum was to create security awareness in the run-up to the Festive Season.

The lectures covered various aspects, including: 1. The current crime situation and which crimes are prevalent in the area. 2. The methods being used by criminals to commit crimes at houses and out in the streets. 3. What to look out for – suspicious people, irregular activities and suspicious vehicles. 4. Basic fi rst aid on drowning, wound care and choking. 5. An informative talk was done by the 24/7 Security K9 Manager on how to care for the dogs of the homeowners, how to walk with them, feed them and give them basic care.

The talk by the K9 manager was very well received as many domestic staff care for animals.

All the attendees found the forum informative and helpful, and requested that 24/7 Security Services conduct these sessions at regular intervals. O cer of the Month

Offi cer of the month for November 2019 – Offi cers of the month for December – From left to right, Mboheni Netshikweta, Jonathan Ofhani Nelulongwe Manyama, Godfrey Lesailane

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ur last Monthly Draw for 2019 was a great evening for the Estate as Century 21 offered a Oguaranteed draw of R5 000 for any homeowner in attendance on the night. The fi rst draw was for R11 000, the second for R7 500, and the third, which was won by Anne Davies, was for R5 000. What a lovely early Christmas Present with which to start the holidays!! We wish to thank Joep and Tanya from Century 21 for this wonderful sponsorship and look forward to our fi rst draw night for 2020 where the cash pot will open on R6 000 for the year. In addition to the R1 000 a month cash prize, Century 21 also sponsors two lucky draw prizes for anyone at the draw night as well as a prize for one lucky child who enters the lucky draw! CASH PRIZE of R5 000 Anne Davies – 22 Mopane Lodge HAMPER – 1st PRIZE Hayley Fennell – 23 Sweetgum CHAMPAGNE – 2nd PRIZE Di Dell – 20 Sunbird

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his was the last event for 2019 and what a wonderful day we had! The children were T absolutely enthralled by Darin the magician, who has become an integral part of our Children’s Christmas Party! When Father Christmas arrived, the excitement boiled over and all the little ones stormed over to welcome him to Fourways Gardens. They patiently waited in line to sit on his lap and tell him what they wanted for Christmas. The funniest part was the look some of the kids gave their parents when Father Christmas asked if they were good? It was a defi nite “please don’t tell him mom” look!

The party was followed by Carols in the Park. We invited Veronique Lallouette to lead us in song and what a phenomenal voice she had! The only complaint on the night was that her performance should have been longer as she truly entertained us on the night! She had the kids up on the stage dancing and singing with her and even performed an impromptu version of the shark song, as requested by a little girl. We will defi nitely invite her back to Fourways Gardens Estate!

Our sincere thanks to Gay Cawood Properties for co-sponsoring the event with the HOA. Gaye and her team were once again superb with beautifying our stage and park area for the enjoyment of our residents. As co-organisers, we could not have asked for more!! We hope you enjoy the photos of this very special day!

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Fourways Gardens • 13 • February 2020 YOUR RESIDENT Estate News Property Specialist! ART APPRECIATION “I have been living and selling property in Fourways Gardens for 16 years! Your asset is important to me.” IN FOURWAYS GARDENS Francesca Beattie BY FRANCESCA BEATTIE

Art in all its forms brings pleasure to people, whether Let’s celebrate the artists we have in the estate and fi nd out more about them and their work! it’s looking at it and admiring it, collecting favoured pieces, or creating it and thus experiencing emotions, February’s artist is FOR SALE FOR SALE satisfaction and relaxation. Apart from enhancing our GILL RAUTENBACH SOLE MANDATE SOLE MANDATE homes enormously, art provides us, young and old, with a pleasurable dimension in our hectic lives.

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WHERE/HOW/WHEN DID YOU START? My dad started teaching me to draw when I was PHASE 2 – DUAL LIVING HOME PHASE 2 SPACIOUS WITH GRANNY FLAT fi ve and I have loved it throughout my life. As Asking R4.3m Asking R5.295m much as I loved it, however, I wasn’t very good at it, although I had a lot of enthusiasm. When I got a C for O-Level Art at age 16, I decided that I could do better and started working really hard to improve my skills and practise, practise, practise. The following year I did the exam again and got an A and the next year got FOR SALE FOR SALE an A for A-Level Art. I studied two years of Fine Art at Rhodes University, but wasn’t able to fi nish for fi nancial reasons. Since then I have pushed myself to keep learning on my own.

YOUR JOURNEY IN ART: HOW DID YOU DEVELOP YOUR STYLE? HOW DID IT EVOLVE? AMAZING RESIDENCE CHARMING 4 BED HOME I’ve always been an explorer, so I’ve worked Asking R9.5m Asking R3.5m with just about every drawing and painting medium there is. I can’t really say I have a style because I work in different mediums all the time and keep changing things up. I do abstracts in acrylics, fl owers in oils and animals in watercolours one month and then mix it all CALL FRANCESCA NOW! up the next. I hope my style keeps evolving as FRANCESCABeattie properties I keep learning new things. info@fb properti es.co.za www.fb properti es.co.za 011 705 2384 / 083 678 8001 Fourways Gardens • 14 • February 2020 YOUR RESIDENT Property Specialist! “I have been living and selling property in Fourways Gardens for 16 years! Your asset is important to me.” Francesca Beattie

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info@fb properti es.co.za www.fb properti es.co.za 011 705 2384 / 083 678 8001 Estate News WHAT ARE YOU CURRENTLY WORKING ON? I’m working on watercolour animal portraits at the moment, as well as a large chrysanthemum in oils. I draw for at least an hour a day in my sketchbook, so there is always something new brewing. Because I am teaching art from my home throughout the day, I’m always surrounded by wonderful, creative people. I learn as much from my students as they do from me. It doesn’t matter whether they are seven or 70, there is give and take on both sides.

YOUR FUTURE GOALS/WISHLIST My only goal is to keep learning more so I can share my knowledge with my students and also improve my own work.

WHAT ARE YOUR FAVOURITE SUBJECTS AND MEDIUM? I constantly come back to fl owers because even the smallest, simplest one is so incredible. Drawing will always be my fi rst love so I’m happiest with a pencil in my hand.

WHICH OTHER ARTISTS’ WORK DO YOU APPRECIATE? Gerard Sekoto, Vincent Van Gogh, Nelson Makamo, Friedensreich Hunderwasser, Gustav Klimt, William Kentridge, Diane Victor, Banksy and Paul Klee.

WHAT TIPS AND ADVICE DO YOU HAVE ON USING OR/ WORKING IN YOUR FAVOURITE MEDIUM? No matter which medium you are using, you need patience. Most drawings and paintings are built up in layers, so take your time and keep going. Take a break if you need to, but don’t quit.

WHAT GENERAL /USEFUL TIPS DO YOU HAVE FOR ARTISTS FROM YOUR EXPERIENCE? Keep practising. Drawing and painting are totally learnable skills. You might not become a Kentridge or a Da Vinci, but if you keep Open door. Open day. practising you WILL improve!

Gill happily accepts commissions and students! Call her on 079 477 8306 or email [email protected] Explore our world-class campus, interact with our students, chat to our experienced staff and meet our principals at our next Open Day: We would like to invite FWG artists to contact Francesca Beattie if you are • Saturday 22 February 2020: 09h00-11h00 interested possibly in forming an art group or if you would like to share/ • 96 Broadacres Drive (off William Nicol), Dainfern feature your work in the FWG Magazine. Grade 8 Scholarships for 2021

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February in the Garden TIP Prune roses lightly, continue to feed and water them deeply and regularly and top up the mulch.

FOR THE KITCHEN GARDENER: • Begin planting Broccoli, Caulifl ower, Cabbage and Brussels Sprouts for winter. • Sow a few rows of Beetroot and Carrot seeds and your last Beans. • Plant out Lettuce, Swiss Chard and Parsley in a cool place. • Remove the fl ower stalks from CHORES TO KEEP YOUR Rhubarb, Artichokes and Swiss Chard GARDEN HEALTHY and harvest Garlic. Keep watering and deadheading fl owers • Feed fruit trees like Plums and Apricots and feeding them. Replace colourful which have fi nished fruiting. annuals which are past their prime with Image by yganeshbabu from Pixabay fast-maturing, heat-tolerant Ageratum, Alyssum, Marigolds, Petunias, Phlox and Zinnias.

ADD SOME WATER-WISE PLANTS: SHRUBS: Plumbago, Rosemary, Tecomaria, Barleria and Coleonema. GROUNDCOVER: Gazanias, Vygies, Convolvulus. Barleria Vygies BULBS AND CORMS: Agapanthus, Dietes, Clivias, Asparagus fern, and Pineapple fl owers. PERENNIALS: Salvius, Pelargoniums, blue Statice. SUCCULENTS: Aloes, Crassulas, Agaves, Kalanchoe, Echeveria, Ruschia, Carpobrotus and Delospermum. blue Statice Asparagus fern

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Fourways Gardens • 20 • February 2020 Estate News YOUNG RESIDENTS TAKING INITIATIVE!

he HOA received this lovely email (see alongside on the right) and “Hi Elmine photos (above) on 13 January from resident, Jenni Wyllie. I thought you might like these pics of the bridge that was donated by a T resident and installed in the K56 dog park with the help of the Turfnet team It was such a wonderful surprise for all of this afternoon. us at the HOA Offi ce to see the teamwork, and that our garden contracting company, The bridge was built by Matthew Michelak (8) with the help of his sister Katie especially Dan, went out of his way to (11) in order to make it easier for the residents walking their dogs in the help Matthew and Katie install the little K56 road reserve to cross the stream. Matthew built the bridge during the bridge. How considerate for such young December holidays and, with the help of Dan and the Turfnet team, it was kids to identify a need and just make a installed this afternoon. plan to solve it! Dan and his team were absolutely fantastic and I would appreciate it if you Well done Matthew and Katie and thanks could pass on to their boss how impressed I was with their service. What a to Turfnet for the help! This is why estate pleasure it was to deal with them. living is awesome! Kind regards Jenni”

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Estate News HEDGEHOG RELEASE IN THE NATURE RESERVE

very so often one of the little critters in our estate ends up “Good morning Elmine, in a garden or a swimming Epool and residents always These are the photos of the hedgehog that ask to release them in the Nature was released. The guards were so caring Reserve, our go-to area, to make and we want to send a huge shout out to sure they are safe and secure, where them. They did not just open the gate for domestic animals cannot harm them. us, they wanted to go in and they wanted This happened to a family in Phase 1 to know all about the hedgehog. They said they who were absolutely delighted with love our wildlife. They were amazing. the help they received from our Mpendulo was one of the guards. This is one of the many reasons we security offi cers who facilitated the Unfortunately, we did not get the other guard’s love this community and the lifestyle release of a hedgehog there. name, but we are very grateful to both of them. it offers. Where else in suburbia would this happen? Thanks to the This is what Valerie had to say about Regards caring family and our committed the experience: Valerie security offi cers who ensured the 9 Leopard Tree Close” safe release of this little hedgehog.

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2019 AUDI SQ5 BY SAMUEL DA FONSECA, PROUD FOURWAYS GARDENS RESIDENT

he previous-generation Audi the glorious 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit, wheel could be a bit bigger and the fi ddly SQ5 was by no means beautiful which adds an 8.3-inch infotainment touchpad to input navigation destinations and its bulbous styling didn’t system, but that’s a R37 959 option. could be easier to use. Tmake matters any easier, but As a whole, the infotainment system is in 2017 the SQ5 went under the knife super slick and quite easy to navigate. Another great interior feature of the SQ5 and what emerged was a much sharper Thankfully, AppleCarPlay/Android Auto has to be the ambient lighting which vehicle and, with the help of more does come as standard, but the swivel could be mixed and matched with just aggressive S-model specifi c bumpers and wheels, it became a real head-turner.

The SQ5 I had for the week was fi nished off in Ara-Blue and, whilst some might’ve found the spec a bit too ‘shouty’, the colour popped extremely well and accentuated the sleek lines of the SQ5 which was optioned with a Titanium Black styling package. If there is one fault to the SQ5, it's that it has obviously fake exhaust tips. Why, Audi?

One of the highlights of the Audi SQ5 has to be the cabin where its phenomenal build quality is highlighted through the extensive use of premium materials such as soft leathers and aluminium/carbon trim. It’s also quite the tech fest when optioned with enough features, such as

Fourways Gardens • 24 • February 2020 TheCarScene One of the highlights of the Audi SQ5 has to be the cabin where its phenomenal build quality is highlighted through the extensive use of premium materials such as soft leathers and aluminium/carbon trim.

8.3L/100km. I saw around 14L/100km and as low as 7L/100km, which is impressive for a vehicle which covers ground so immensely quickly.

Once you’ve passed the overwhelming sense of power that the SQ5 has, you can move on to how it handles itself on and off-road. The test car was fi tted with the optional adaptive air suspension which is a must-have. It’s capable of raising the suspension by 45mm for light off-roading.

I found the SQ5 to be extremely comfortable around town and even more so when cruising at highway speed where it feels best suited. That isn’t to say that things don’t get lively. Flick it into dynamic mode and the SQ5 turns into a different animal, the steering gets heavier, the throttle becomes sharper and the gearbox shifts harder. For an SUV, it is remarkably about any colour under the sun - it’s a Quattro all-wheel-drive system ensures confi dence-inspiring and you would have feature that does an excellent job of consistent performance no matter the to be extremely brave to challenge the uplifting the cabin at night. As standard, weather. It’s all paired with an effi cient levels of grip on offer. the SQ5 is fi tted with an electric tailgate 8-speed transmission that can either be and its boot capacity is rated at 550 litres left to its own devices or controlled via the The SQ5 is part of a class that is becoming with all the seats in place. steering wheel-mounted paddles. increasingly popular. Its ability to change character from an everyday cruiser to The SQ5 is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 Despite the lack of real exhaust tips on a corner-hunting monster and then to a turbocharged petrol unit delivering the SQ5, it sounds incredible as you take light off-roader, all whilst carrying the kids 260kW and 500Nm. That’s a lot of shove it up the rev-range. I would have liked and dog in absolute comfort, makes this for an SUV, resulting in the obligatory the pops and burbles to be a bit more an extremely attractive package. In fact, I 100km/h sprint being covered in just boisterous but, there wasn’t a time that would go so far as to say it is one of the 5.4 seconds - that’s hot-hatch beating I wasn't smiling when driving the SQ5. best everyday vehicles that money can territory. What’s more is that the clever Audi claims a fuel consumption fi gure of buy, at a starting price of R1 053 000.

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Birding

Grassland – hardest hit habitat CHAOS IN THE BIRD WORLD BY JAMES CLARKE, PICTURES BY MARY BROADLEY

Agriculture and urbanization are destroying habitats.

ccording to the journal, In Canada and the US, grassland birds was involved in surveying the coal mining Science, North America has were hit especially hard, with a 53% damage and learned the land can never be lost three billion birds since reduction in population. Shorebirds were rehabilitated for agriculture. A1970. Grassland birds are the already at low numbers in the 70s and hardest hit. have now lost more than one-third of their The widespread use of pesticides is also population. contributing to declining bird numbers. South Africa has a similar problem. And climate change? That too must also That we have a similar trend in South be affecting habitats here and across the The Cornell Lab of Ornithology and Africa is hardly surprising given the world. American Bird Conservancy noted a massive destruction of our grassland. Just 29% decline in bird populations across note the horrifi c destruction of grassland Michael Parr, president of the American diverse groups and habitats – from along the N4 to Kruger Park for open Bird Conservancy, suggests that songbirds to long-distance migratory cast coal mining to feed Eskom’s power apart from needed policy changes, birds such as swallows and backyard stations. Mealies and sunfl ower production including bans on harmful pesticides birds like sparrows. It amounts to a loss take up a lot of what is left. In the 1980s I and strengthening bird conservation of one in four birds in the last 50 years. Red-headed fi nches in Fourways Gardens

Emily Holden in The Guardian reported that scientists are calling it ‘a widespread ecological crisis’. She reports that the population losses are consistent with what scientists have noted among insects and amphibians.

Insects? I noticed the fi rst butterfl ies in my garden only in mid January.

Over the last 10 years, says Holden, data collected from weather radar stations that scan the night skies, and from professional institutions across the world, indicate a 14 percent drop in migrating volumes of swallows and other migrants.

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Young Indigo bird in Fourways Gardens Grey hornbill – a new resident legislation, the public can help by that existed before. I noted 22 species guarding against birds crashing into visiting one small bird table in August - it windows (stick transfer patches on was still winter. windows) and cultivating gardens with birds in mind - and keeping cats indoors. It's also noticeable how bushveld birds have become established inside I believe the burgeoning number of Highveld estates. It began with the Mary's cylindrical bird feeder housing estates is playing an important sudden appearance of the Go’way bird role in mitigating our current bird in the 70s – pushed west by the lowveld It was inevitable that, nationally, situation. They are, despite the hazards drought. More recently in Fourways regional bird population densities and of windows and cats, greatly augmenting Gardens, the grey hornbill has appeared. distribution patterns would be shattered birdlife. Their vast tree-planting (usually The green pigeon is often seen and a by development. This is why we must indigenous trees) and development mourning dove visited my garden last treasure existing witness areas such as of water features – and the buildings year but that was surely an escapee. I bird sanctuaries and game reserves and themselves - are providing new nesting see fl ypasts of rosy-checked parakeets why we should be grateful for the way and feeding opportunities. almost daily in the estate – sometimes in estates and sensitively-designed suburbs fl ocks numbering two dozen and more. are maintaining the variety of birds if not Gauteng was once grassland (savanna) (I’d love to know where they roost.) the numbers. with a few dozen species of birds. Look at what we have now in terms of variety. The dusky indigo bird often shows up and We would appreciate bird observations There are now, characteristically, inside the red-headed fi nch – both visit Mary’s from readers. Send your emails to a typical ‘garden estate’, 100 and more cylindrical bird feeder along with eight or me at [email protected] or to Mary at species – three or four times the variety more red bishop birds. msbr@mweb.

Go’way bird – one of the fi rst bushveld birds to settle here. Lilac-breasted roller – once spotted near Jukskei River

Fourways Gardens • 29 • February 2020 Lifestyle CONSCIOUS PARENTING BY MICHELLE L RAYMOND

When I initially came across this concept I was sceptical - I Teach less saw it as another new-aged philosophy. But once I got over Children are born mostly unhindered and naturally curious even though science has the well-marketed phrasing of the name and started to discovered that there are certain neuro- explore the lessons and teachings, I was blown away. chemical traits that newborns inherit from their parents, as well as experiences from the mother during pregnancy. But here is no handbook for raising Do less all things going well, babies are generally children and yet the process As parents, we - more often than not - want incredibly tuned in to themselves and the to get a tertiary qualifi cation, to give our children a better life than what environment. They have not learned fear T a drivers license or married we have, or had. So we give more of our and self-doubt so they are free to be exactly requires time and money spent in time, money and energy, and we consider who they need to be. Unfortunately, many preparation to attain these things. ourselves fortunate to be able to do this; of us have come from families and cultures Anyone can have children, regardless to give the next generation a better footing where children are seen, not heard and of their education, wealth or status. in life. The intentions are always good and need to be taught how to change our So how do we create a world that is pure, but sometimes we are blinded by the perpective into something that will suit the conducive for children to be born into fear, hurt or lack we experienced, so we ideals and lifestyles we want. From past and what are the principles to live by? overcompensate in our actions. Ultimately, generations to today, the cycle continues… the best thing any parent can do for their What if we changed our perspective from This is where Conscious Parenting child(ren) is to give them the space to command-and-control and tapped into the comes in. It is fi rst and foremost a deep unfold and discover who they are, what wisdom that children can offer us? If we look into ourselves, not as parents, they are passionate about and where they give them a chance, they can remind us but as individuals. With our past, our can serve. Of course, the major challenge of some of the most valuable lessons in life behaviours, our habitual patterns and our here is that we, as parents, are not fully - like how to love unconditionally (nobody upbringing, can we raise children to be actualised. Many of us are still bound by does that better than a child), how to be self-aware, independent and generally past conditionings and a narrow view of present (children have not learnt how to good people? The answer is yes, but it the world. This is one of the main causes worry about the past and future) and how takes work - inner work. of confl ict between parents and children. to live with a sense of ease and confi dence Parenting is not about doing lots of things that only comes from embracing our true I’ve outlined 3 important concepts of what for our kids. It is about being an example creative nature. it means to be a Conscious Parent. Some and mentor and allowing them to make of these might be completely contrary to mistakes, and learn accountability and Love less what you think and will challenge you as responsibility, because this is what makes Who doesn’t love holding a newborn they did to me. But to see things clearly, pleasant, trustworthy, self-motivated baby? Having something in our arms that we fi rst need to clean and demystify our people. The more we do, the less they is so innocent and fragile connects to a lens or view of the world. can. very primal force within us - the need to

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nurture and/ or to leave a legacy. Love is something that is often misinterpreted as security, fl attery, infatuation or the need to feel needed. Perhaps it was from a need to be loved that we smother, or from a need to be heard that we become overbearing, or from a need for power that we become the dictators in our homes, or perhaps from a traumatic childhood that we lash out - and all this in the name of love. Then perhaps if we had to love a little less, we can create some space between our inner-demons and our children. After all, our children are not our property. We have done well as a parent when our children learn to become responsible for themselves.

Conscious parenting is a purposeful journey of recognising and overcoming our fears and failures, and then becoming a more complete and fulfi lled person whilst bringing up and supporting our children to then become complete and fulfi lled people in turn.

All the best on your journey. If you have any questions or wish to explore this concept further, feel free to contact me.

Fourways Gardens • 31 • February 2020 Advertorial CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2019

On 7 January this year, Dainfern College celebrated their Matric class of 2019 who achieved a 100% pass and 100% access to tertiary studies.

The Matric Class of 2019

his is the 19th consecutive year that the Grade 12s reputation for excellence, not only in its academic results, but at Dainfern College have achieved these milestones, in all areas of College life. The College fi rmly believes that since their fi rst Matric class wrote the National every student has the potential for success and that excellence TSenior Certifi cate in 2001. Top student Oluwaferanmi in education is not only about academic results but about the Oluwadairo achieved seven distinctions, and 66 of the 70 individual as a whole. students achieved a bachelor degree pass. Davies explains: “The nature of our College has always been Dainfern College’s Principal, Matthew Davies, commented: to provide a maximum number of opportunities, not only on the “Each year of matriculants is different and this is certainly true academic front, but in all areas of our holistic programme. The of the Class of 2019. If there is such a thing as a ‘balanced’ Class of 2019 can hold their heads up high: like so many of our scorecard, then the Class of 2019 is a good example. We had Alumni before them, they are prepared for the future based on some students who overcame signifi cant hurdles to achieve the partnership of student, staff and parent at Dainfern College a matriculation certifi cate while, of course, there is also the that has afforded them a wonderful foundation from which to critical top end of achievement that this year was spearheaded move forward to great success in the tertiary environment.” by our Head Boy Oluwaferanmi Oluwadairo and others, who achieved the academic excellence we have come to expect of SCHOLARSHIPS FOR GRADE 8 2021 our students. We refl ect with equal pride on all our matriculants Dainfern College offers a limited number of scholarships and who applied themselves to the best of their abilities.” bursaries to deserving students to attend Dainfern College High School from Grade 8. Scholarships for 2021 are on offer Dainfern College has always focused on teaching the skills to talented academic, sporting, cultural or all-rounder students, required for success in the 21st Century and has an established while bursaries are available for disadvantaged students.

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Oluwaferanmi Oluwadairo, Christopher Flood: Ashleigh Keichel: Patrick Casserly: Head Boy 2019: 6 distinctions; Top 1% of 5 distinctions 5 distinctions 7 distinctions all IEB candidates for both Mathematics and Geography

Nicholas Munro: Pumelele Vabaza, Rachel Calaz: Babalwa Vabaza: Tina Giannopoulos: 4 distinctions; Top 1% Head Girl 2019: 4 distinctions 4 distinctions 4 distinctions of all IEB candidates for 4 distinctions Geography

Current Grade 7 students interested in applying for Grade 8 in 2021 are encouraged to attend the High School Information evening on Wednesday 25 February at 18h00. This is a wonderful opportunity to fi nd out more about the High School offering and chat to senior staff. Students will be able to explore the benefi ts of the IEB Matric and the Cambridge A-Level options, both of which are offered at the College as exit examinations in Grade 12.

Applications for scholarships must be submitted by 12h00 on 27 February 2020 and scholarship assessments will take place on 18 March 2020 from 10h00 to 17h00.

The Dainfern College motto is ‘A world of education. An Scholarship applicants are invited to contact education for the world.’ The myriad choices available marketing manager Mrs Deidré Proxenos at at the College, the strong pastoral care structures in [email protected] before place, as well as the excellent academic foundations, applications close at 12h00 on 27 February 2020. all ensure that students are given every opportunity to prepare for the 21st Century and face the future with Bursary applicants should contact confi dence. Miss Lerato Moripe at [email protected].

Fourways Gardens • 33 • February 2020 celebrating 20 years of

Meet some of our global achievers:

Eleanor Caelyn Cracious Daniel Aiden Friso Gabriella Vettori Viljoen Mphe Azmanov Tun Vijverberg Desai Dux Scholar Academics SA Hockey Academics SA Hockey Academics, SA Hockey & General & Sports General Honours Honours Honours & Sportsman of the year

Kaylin Litha Samantha Nicole Jason Oatile Vuyo Marah Greeff Pezisa Cox Wood Rebelo Mampuru Deputy Head Academics New York Academics Academics Academics SA Kids Boy & Film Academy with Talent Head’s Award

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Congratulations Beaulieu College class of 2019! celebrating 20 years of

170 A’s (1,9 per candidate) | 98,9% Bachelor Degree pass (89 out of 90) 39% of candidates received 2 or more distinctions 70% of all candidates in the grade achieved at least 1 distinction 46% A or B aggregate (18% A, 28% B)

Meet some of our global achievers: We celebrate your outstanding matric results!

THE FOLLOWING PUPILS QUALIFIED IN THE TOP 1% OF THE IEB SCHOOLS: Engineering Graphics and Design - Eleanor Vettori, Caelyn Viljoen | Geography - Friso Vijverberg isiZulu First Additional Language - Onamandla Nzuza | Life Sciences - Eleanor Vettori

COMMENDABLE: Achieved within the top 5% in 5 subjects and achieved a rating level of 7 in Life Orientation Friso Vijverberg

Eleanor Caelyn Cracious Daniel Aiden Friso Gabriella Distinctions Top Achievers: Vettori Viljoen Mphe Azmanov Tun Vijverberg Desai Samantha Cox (8), Eleanor Vettori (8), Caelyn Viljoen (8), Daniel Azmanov (7), Jason Rebelo (7), Dux Scholar Academics SA Hockey Academics SA Hockey Academics, SA Hockey Lucy Kenyon (6), Maxine Styber (6), Paige Thistlwhite (6), Friso Vijverberg (6), Nicole Wood (6), & General & Sports General Honours Selene Chiang (5), Gemma Meerburg (5), Robin Fourie (4), Kaylin Greeff (4), Priscilla Jacobs (4), Nicolaas Kriek (4), Honours Honours & Sportsman of Bianca Pillay (4), Chibugom Abanno (3), Gabriella De Sai (3), Sabrina Espag (3), Emma Hepplestone (3), the year Katherine Hepplestone (3), Nicole Hiepner (3), Litha Pezisa (3), David Turner (3)

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100 years of innovation and engineering excellence.

n 2018, Citroën commemorated the 140-year anniversary of the birth of its charismatic founder, André Citroën and, Iin 2019, the brand not only celebrated its centenary but, here in South Africa – to the delight of Citroën enthusiasts - we celebrated the return of Citroën after its departure at the end of 2016.

With typical French fl air, the three new A group of vintage Citroëns on display at a Citroën Car Club event models launched last year already had heads turning and, says Gary Bakos, refi ning the processes of mass production. organised cross-continent expeditions Dealer Principal at Peugeot-Citroën – fi rst crossing Africa from north to south Fourways, sales were solid right through At the end of the war, inspired by the between October 1924 and June 1925, to the end of the year. “Even at the start example of Henry Ford’s automotive and then crossing Asia, from Beirut to of this year, we’re seeing traction and successes in the US, Citroën decided to Beijing in 1928. the brand is being well accepted by the convert the ammunition facility into an market,” he says. automotive factory, introducing fi rst the Ten years after the company was founded, Citroën A-Type and then the B2, followed Citroën introduced its fi rst high speed truck ORIGINS by the Citroën 5HP. Tapping into the and, four years later, the company set a Born in France to Dutch parents in 1878, principles of mass manufacture learnt new world record when the Citroën Rosalie André-Gustav Citroën fully embraced the during the war years, Citroën built the fi rst 8CV completed a 300 000km route in spirit of the second industrial revolution, mass production line of motor vehicles 134 days at an average speed of 58 miles also known as the technological revolution, outside of the United States. Within the fi rst per hour. that spread throughout western Europe year, the company had sold 10 000 units, and the United States. After graduating after 5 years, its annual production had By the time André Citroën passed away from the Polytechnic School at the age reached 50 000 units, and within 8 years, from cancer in 1935, at the age of 57, of 22, he started his fi rst company at the Citroën had become Europe’s largest car he had elevated the brand to the position age of 27, achieving instant success by manufacturer and the 4th largest motor of No.2 in the world, while retaining the exploiting a patent that he had registered vehicle company in the world. company’s position as the leading motor for gears made in the shape of rafters – vehicle manufacturer in France and (the double rafter emblem, which became As innovative as his car designs were, Europe. the mark of Citroën, has endured since Citroën used some dynamic marketing then). methods, too. He organised the fi rst THE SECOND PHASE automotive journey across parts of the With Pierre Boulanger taking over as CEO, Before the start of the First World War, Sahara Desert to demonstrate the qualities Citroën the brand continued to innovate, André Citroën had already become of Citroën’s half-track vehicles. He had an although the tumult of the Second World interested in the automotive industry aerobatic plane write ‘Citroën’ in white War caused major disruptions. The Javel and, in 1912, at the age of 34, he was smoke across the sky above the exhibition factory was bombed twice, causing appointed CEO of the automotive fi rm, centre staging the 7th Paris Motor Show; the annual production to drop from Bit. Then, during the war years (1914 – his brand name lit up the side of the Eiffel 100 000 units to a paltry 9 000 units. During 1919), he took up the challenge of making Tower for 10 years; and he introduced this time, facing severe fuel shortages, ammunition for the French army, using a miniature replicas of his vehicles for the Citroën adapted its Type 23 and Type 45 predominantly female labour force and kids (and adult kids) to play with. He also commercial vehicles to run on gas.

Fourways Gardens • 38 • February 2020 Advertorial With determination and innovation running through Citroën’s pipes, undaunted by the disruption of the war, the brand launched three new models at the 1946 Paris Motor Show, followed by the Citroën 2CV (this vehicle was so popular, it had a 6-year waiting list in 1948 and, by July 1990, more than 5 million 2CVs had been built).

However, one of the most iconic Citroëns to come out of the factory was the Citroën DS that was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in 1955. It made history when, within 45 minutes of its unveiling, 750 orders had been placed and, by the end of the show, they had sold almost 80 000 vehicles.

With its space age look and Avant Garde interior, the DS seemed like it had come straight out a science fi ction movie. Apart from making every other brand look old and obsolete, it was the fi rst European car to be fi tted with disc brakes. It had The Citroën showroom in Fourways hydropneumatic suspension and hydraulic assistance, as well as power steering, power brakes and power suspension. Its aerodynamic shape also helped to reduce fuel consumption and improve high speed performance by reducing wind resistance. By 1968, when directional headlights were added, Citroën had already sold over a million vehicles in the DS range.

CHALLENGES As with many longstanding brands, though, Citroën’s history was not without Gary Bakos, Ashleigh Venter and Robert Some of the successful deliveries done its share of fi nancial crises. In 1934, the Weinand in the Citroën Fourways showroom by Citroën Fourways. Congratulations and French government had to ask Michelin, welcome to the Citroën Family! the company’s major creditor, to step in and solidify the company’s fi nancial affairs. In 1974, following the global oil crisis, Citroën was again on the verge of bankruptcy. Fearing large job losses, the French government stepped in once more and arranged talks with Peugeot, which resulted in the brand taking up a 38,2% shareholding in the company.

In South Africa, the French car manufacturers joined other international companies that enforced sanctions in an attempt to compel the then government to abolish its despised Apartheid policies. Most international brands left, with the result that we missed out on a whole chunk of innovation and progress, and Citroën lost an enormous amount of market share.

After re-entering the South African market in 1985, the brand was again withdrawn at the end of 2016, but was

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The Citroën museum in Walkerville Gary Bakos, Robert Wienand and Sheldon The Citroën Car Club's commemorative Spykerman at the celebrations in Walkerville plaque celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Citroën motor vehicles Africa’s Largest Selection of Patio Furniture & Accessories re-launched at the end of last year, with Fourways represented the brand and ‘lounge on wheels’ that will offer a driving fi rm commitments to service and parts Gary Bakos, New Car Sales Consultant, range of 800km and have a virtual reliability and the backing of established Robert Wienand, and Service Manager, personal assistant that will be able to dealers throughout the country. Sheldon Spykerman, were there to join interact with the passengers. the festivities. CITROËN CAR CLUB OF “From inception, Citroën has focussed SOUTH AFRICA “Citroën Fourways not only supports the both on technological advancement and Despite the roller coaster ride of the brand club in Walkerville, but also offers the customer service as part of its customer- globally and locally, Citroën inspired a club and its members special discounts centric Citroën journey,” Gary adds. “At growing fan base here in SA and, during on parts, servicing and purchases of new Citroën Fourways, we pride ourselves the ‘60s, a group of Citroën enthusiasts Citroën vehicles,” Gary says. on the service that we offer our loyal started gathering informally to share their customers and strive for excellence in stories and, one would guess, some The celebrations were attended by everything that we do.” of their spare parts and maintenance approximately 100 avid Citroën fans knowledge, in support of their brotherhood who each arrived in their pride and joy, “All Citroëns that we supply come with and brand. The Citroën Car Club of South some of which dated back to 1925. We a standard 5-year / 100 000km warranty Africa was offi cially formalised in 1978 have included some photographs of the and service plan, the parts are readily and regular events and enthusiast braais occasion for you all to enjoy. available and our service and parts teams have been held since then. In addition, are conversant with the intricacies of the the members have built a museum SERVICE EXCELLENCE brand, including the latest infotainment and clubhouse in Walkerville, south of After the nostalgic review of the past 100 technology accessible to the driver and Johannesburg. Of course, being part of years, it’s time to look forward. Citroën’s passengers. What we want our customers a club like this is awesome as it doesn’t slogan, ‘inspired by you’ suggests it’s to know is - this time, Citroën is here to take much to come up with an excuse for a brand in tune with the modern world, stay!” he concludes. a party, excursion or even a trip overseas with the people who populate it and their on special occasions! ways of life. The company’s intention Should you require any assistance, is to develop the relationship with each please do not hesitate to contact Robert The most important event held recently customer into a ‘Citroën journey’ and Wienand at Citroen Fourways on 011 467 was Citroën’s 100 year Anniversary so, looking to the future, Citroën has a 9340 or 071 063 6012. Alternatively, pop www.patiowarehouse.co.za | 087 825 1120 celebration held on 10 November 2019 number of exciting developments coming into their showroom at 1 Bradfi eld Drive, at the clubhouse in Walkerville. Citroën up, including an electric urban mobility Fourways. Centurion - 012 657 9400 | Randburg - 011 801 0820 | Cape Town - 021 526 7240 Somerset West - 021 840 4160 | Umhlanga - 031 566 8550 | George - 044 010 0102 Fourways Gardens • 40 • February 2020 Africa’s Largest Selection of Patio Furniture & Accessories

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ardens of Italy in Kyalami, sand-papered and smoothed manually to Johannesburg, is a remove imperfections for the fi nal fi nish. manufacturer and distributor Gof classic garden ornaments. Staff members have been trained over Owned and run by Marco Schmidt the years by Marco, who undertakes the and his wife Uli, the company was required quality control on every piece established in 1970 by his Italian mother produced. and German father. With their combined artistic fl air and precision in mould making With water features being a favourite in and manufacturing, they established a many gardens and landscaped settings, successful business offering a wide range the company also supplies the necessary of locally made products for landscaping. pumps and water jets needed for effi cient The pieces are suitable for both residential operation. Jet rings that spray water are and corporate environments. popular and waterproofi ng is not required, except for very large dams. They are The concrete ornaments available include suitable for offi ce parks, driveways, traffi c fountains, water features, vases, statues, circles or wedding venues. corner mounted pieces, bird baths, wall panels, benches, tables, masks, Although the concrete items are usually columns and bases, busts, fl ower boxes, cast in a standard grey speckled colour or lamp stands and many more. Items can antique fi nish, other variations are possible sometimes also be custom made to and different paint techniques can produce designers’ or architects’ specifi cations if a pieces in sandstone, black or bronze. distinctive type of feature or ornament is required. Gardens of Italy supplies nurseries, garden centres, private residences, estates The products are made from silicone and complexes, mainly in and around rubber moulds which are renewed from Johannesburg and Pretoria. The items time to time when they start to wear out are packed in cardboard and felt to protect after a period of about ten years. The them during transportation, and different concrete used comprises a supersand delivery vehicles are used, depending on aggregate (a combination of sand and the size of the order. gravel) and cement, which is mixed on site in the work area adjacent to the 800m2 For further information phone 011 700 3700, showroom. Once the pieces have been email [email protected] or visit cast, they are removed from the moulds, www.gardens-of-italy.com

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Advertorial ‘GARDEN OF THE YEAR’ OR A TOXIC PLAYGROUND?

he blazing summer sun and CYCADS lashings of rain we’ve received Many species of cycads are a serious lately can only mean one thing: toxic risk to dogs and cats. The Japanese Ttime to get into the garden! We Sago Palm, Cycas revoluta, is particularly may be swept up in visualising rolling popular in many gardens as no permit lawns, bursts of colour and fabulous is required to grow it, and it presents designs but it may not cross our minds a lovely show with its rugged trunk that some of the stunning plants and and symmetrical crown of dark cut fl owers we so enjoy may be toxic to green leathery leaves. However, our precious fur-family. The truth is that even a mouthful of any part of this a number of plants commonly found plant - roots, fruit, stem or leaves - in South African gardens pose a very can lead to irreversible liver failure real risk to dogs and cats, particularly if in dogs and cats. ingested.

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YESTERDAY, TODAY AND TOMORROW Who can resist the elegant blossoms of the Y-T-T (Brunfelsia spp) and their gentle fragrance? This cherished feature in SA gardens unfortunately contains toxins in all parts of the plant that cause vomiting, co-ordination problems, seizures and STINKBLAAR tremors in curious canines or felines who With its trumpet-shaped fl owers, smooth, give it the taste-test. toothed leaves and beguiling ‘fruit’, the Stinkblaar (Datura spp) is a member of the deadly nightshade family and, you guessed it, that strange seed capsule can be lethal to dogs and cats.

Fourways Gardens • 45 • February 2020 Advertorial garden where our furry family members and children may come into contact with it. Ditto for Azaleas – as little as 0,2% of the animal’s body weight, if swallowed, can result in serious poisoning! Avoid this deadly duo at all costs.

MORNING GLORY ALOE VERA Sticking with wonderful weeds, the Surely, a plant famed for its medicinal Morning Glory literally takes ownership properties can’t possibly be a baddie? of any garden or pasture and creates a Unfortunately, for pets, it is! The sap magnifi cent show. BUT! Those splendid of the beloved aloe will cause severe fl owers and the seed pods that follow them diarrhoea, vomiting, loss of appetite are also super-toxic to pets and livestock. and depression in your pets (including reptiles and birds). CANNABIS With the recent changes in legislation regarding the cultivation of ‘doobie’ for personal use, some of us may be keen to nurture a little stash in the bottom of the garden. But, before you light up, give some clear thought to the fact that if a dog or cat swallows a dagga butt, he can become extremely ill. CBD products, with the hallucinogenic properties removed, can have various health benefi ts for pets. But the plant includes THC cannabinoids POINSETTIA which cause severe side-effects in pets With the Festive Season just over, what and should always be kept safely out of home or garden didn’t boast a merry reach. Take care if you opt to proceed TOMATO and POTATO PLANTS Poinsettia, or other Euphorbia spp? with weed . . . ! Surely a veggie plant couldn’t be While the sap of this plant is mildly toxic dangerous? Wrong! The good old to dogs and cats, it will rarely cause tomato plant contains substances called more than contact irritation if the skin is glycoalkaloids, which will cause nasty exposed to it, or mild drooling, vomiting tummy upsets for pets if eaten. They are and, rarely, diarrhoea, if ingested. But also members of the deadly nightshade best to exercise care, nevertheless. family… who knew?! Potato plants are also toxic. OLEANDER AND AZALEAS The stunning Oleander plant is CUT FLOWERS unfortunately highly toxic to pets and If your beloved is in the (delightful) habit humans and an absolute no-no in a of surprising you with romantic blooms, it might be worth noting that a number of fl owers favoured for their splendour in arrangements pose problems for our pets. Cats, particularly, are chief culprits SYRINGA here, as they have easy access to tables Although a very popular plant in South and shelves where vases teeter oh- African gardens, the majestic syringa, so-temptingly…. Lilies of all varieties, with its lilac fl owers, dark leaves, cream- Chysanths, Gladioli, Tulips, Daffs and coloured berries and much-admired Carnations are just a few that may result fragrance on a summer evening, is in serious toxicity or even fatality for a actually an exotic, originally from India. curious furball. Even that innocuous- The berries are often munched by looking fi ller, Baby’s Breath (Gypsophila) unsuspecting dogs, livestock and can cause problems. children and are extremely toxic,

Fourways Gardens • 46 • February 2020 Advertorial resulting in severe abdominal AN ALTERNATIVE STRATEGY The majority of plant toxicity cases show cramping, vomiting, diarrhoea, If you’d like to incorporate certain toxic similar symptoms *: tremors and even death. plants in your chosen garden designs, • Drooling what about creating a space with all • Vomiting SO WHAT CAN I PLANT? access to pets restricted? You could • Diarrhoea At this point you’re probably wondering even go a step further and plant them • Abdominal cramping whether ripping up the whole garden and their very own pet-friendly patch on a • Tremors laying paving might be the best idea. But specially designated part of the property • Seizures don’t call in the bulldozers just yet. There where they can play, chew, chase and • Disorientation are plenty of plants that are perfectly dig in complete safety and with reckless • Dilated pupils safe for our furry family members to abandon. Make it a pet-fun-zone with • Listlessness. frolic in and around (and even to take the splash pools for dogs, sandpits where odd nibble of . . .). Herbs like Sage, Dill, they can happily dig for toys and chews Here’s to the New Year fi lled with superb Parsley, Rosemary, Mint, Thyme and without upsetting anyone, trees for kitties summer days and evenings spent in Lavender are great pet-friendly options, to climb and plenty of catnip or catmint gardens that are not only spectacular to as are Violets, Begonias, Snapdragons plants, scrubby foliage and resilient look at but are also safe places for pets and Sunfl owers, for a stunning spectacle. grass species to roll about on without and kids to do all the things that pets The magnifi cent Bird of Paradise concerns about allergies. The only limit and kids love to do, without a care in the (Strelitzia) is a good guy and so are is your imagination. We are fortunate in world. Daisies. Dogs and cats love nibbling on SA that our pets are able to enjoy plenty grasses, which are safe for them. of outdoor time. Design them a garden- haven where they can enjoy the sunshine Happy 2020 from all at Twisted The staff at your local nursery or garden and fresh air in complete safety. Whiskers Pet Deli and Spa. store will be only too happy to give you advice and a quick check online WHAT TO DO IN A POISONING also yields loads of helpful information EMERGENCY regarding toxic and safe garden plants. If you suspect your pet has eaten or been * Additional resources: http://betterhousekeeper.com/2014/08/01/10-tips-for- And don’t forget to ask about fertilisers exposed to a poisonous plant, as with gardening-with-dogs-heres-how-to-keep-them-and-you- garden-safe/ and pesticides you might plan to use any veterinary emergency, the key is to The University of Pretoria Library website offers helpful content on symptoms of specifi c plant toxicity, visit: in the garden. Use of carbamate and act quickly. Take photos of the suspected www.library.up.ac.za/vet/poison/index.htm For a comprehensive and international guide to pet-toxic organophosphate insecticides on plants offending plant, or take a piece of it along plants, visit The Humane Society of the United States website: www.humanesociety.org/sites/default/fi les/docs/ can lead to secondary poisoning of pets. to show the vet. poisonous-plants-to-pets.pdf

Fourways Gardens • 47 • February 2020 Lifestyle

RESTAURANT COMPETITION FOR FEBRUARY Don’t forget to enter our monthly restaurant competition.

The question for this month’s competition: What is the name of the Chairperson of the Fourways Gardens Board of Directors?

Please email your answer along with your full name, cell number, Estate name The restaurants featured and stand number, detailing ‘Wine and Dine Competition’ in the Subject in this competition have line, to: [email protected]. The winner will be noti ed by email. been carefully chosen Terms and Conditions: and, even if you aren’t 1. Vouchers cannot be exchanged for cash. a winner, we hope that 2. Portions of the monetary value of the voucher cannot be refunded as “change”. you’ll enjoy visiting them 3. Bookings need to be made in advance with the restaurant detailed on the voucher. 4. Service charges/gratuities are not included, regardless of any balance left over after the meal. whenever you are looking 5. Vouchers will be numbered. Please provide your voucher number when you make your reservation. for a memorable culinary 6. The competition is open to readers over the age of 18. experience. 7. Indemnity: The publishers, Waterfall Estate and any other associated parties are not responsible for the ful lment of the service from the restaurant once the prize has been awarded.

FOURNOS COMPETITION WINNERS Well done to the winners of our Fournos competition! Congratulations to: Caroline Carey, Kendal Bester, Pumeza Mjongile and Sandra Jane Clur. They each win a delicious cake from Fournos. Enjoy!!

Fourways Gardens • 48 • February 2020 The Piatto in Dainfern has

the reason we crave pizza changed it’s name to the Valley Restaurant and Grill

We deliver to your door daily We cater for all occasions

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R10 8 ordered. Present a picturewith every of this pizza ad & LARGE receive a FREE beer/softdrinkValid up until andMay including 2020 42 Witkoppen Road, Rustic Timber Centre, Fourways. Saam skep ons die fondament

Skep saam met ons die fondament vir jóú kind, in ‘n Afrikaanse onderrigtuiste in Midrand. By Midrand Afrikaanse Akademie (MAA) het ons die behoefte Our name (Communitas) aan kwaliteit, Afrikaanse Moedertaalonderrig in Midrand besef, means “Community” in en dit ‘n realiteit gemaak deur ‘n skool te skep vir al 3 skoolfases. Latin, and everyone is Deur bewese navorsing het ons besef dat moedertaalonderrig welcome at our school! noodsaaklik is vir die suksesvolle ontwikkeling van ons kinders. English-medium tuition is Gereedheid vir die 21ste eeu se werkswêreld is ook vir ons ‘n groot offered for children from prioriteit. Ons bied aanlyn-opvoeding vir ons hoërskoolleerlinge en ons is besig om buitemuurse klasse in Kunsmatige Intelligensie 4 Months up to Grade 12. of “AI” bekend te stel. As onafhanklike ISASA-Skoolgemeenskap fokus ons op uitnemende opvoedkundige vorming en bied ‘n intieme onderrig-milieu in klein klasse.

Ons bied aan u kind die volgende: • Uitnemende opvoedkundige vorming • Onafhanklike ISASA-Skoolgemeenskap • Moedertaalonderrig: ons bousteen vir sukses • Intieme onderrig-milieu & klein klasse • Ons fokus: Communitas (“Gemeenskap” in Latyn) • Hoërskool: Aanlyn-opvoeding vir die 21ste eeu • Kunsmatige Intelligensie (AI) Buitemuurs

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011 024 2430 | www.earthkids.co.za | www.maa.communitas.joburg | [email protected] Jupiterlaan 18, Crowthorne, Midrand (Departementele Registrasienommer: JE700400861) Education Advertorial THE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL Saam skep ons die fondament REVOLUTION AND THE FUTURE OF EDUCATION

e are at present in the midst more individualised and personalised a holistic approach to childhood of the Fourth Industrial according to each child’s needs and development and the social interactions Revolution during which abilities. that the children engage in will all become Wdisruptive technologies part of who they are, cemented by the and concepts such as the Internet of Many careers that are relevant today will precious memories of their childhood Things (IoT), the development of artifi cial have completely disappeared or, at the that they will be able to refl ect on years intelligence and robots, virtual reality least, dramatically metamorphosised, by from now. and augmented reality are changing the time the current pre-schoolers are the face of education as we once knew ready to enter the job market. Even those In this Education Section, we feature it. Educators are having to embrace intending to become entrepreneurs will some of the top schools in the area Skep saam met ons die fondament vir jóú kind, technology on a number of levels to have to future-proof their skills in order to equipped to guide you and your children in ‘n Afrikaanse onderrigtuiste in Midrand. avoid the risk of becoming obsolete. The survive and thrive. through this important stage of your lives. days when the teacher was seen as the By Midrand Afrikaanse Akademie (MAA) het ons die behoefte Our name (Communitas) only source of instruction for our children Choosing the right school or college is a Kind regards, aan kwaliteit, Afrikaanse Moedertaalonderrig in Midrand besef, means “Community” in are gone and there are opportunities now vital part of preparing one’s children for en dit ‘n realiteit gemaak deur ‘n skool te skep vir al 3 skoolfases. Latin, and everyone is for the methods of instruction to become the challenges of adulthood. Relevance, Ann Arnott Deur bewese navorsing het ons besef dat moedertaalonderrig welcome at our school! noodsaaklik is vir die suksesvolle ontwikkeling van ons kinders. English-medium tuition is Gereedheid vir die 21ste eeu se werkswêreld is ook vir ons ‘n groot offered for children from prioriteit. Ons bied aanlyn-opvoeding vir ons hoërskoolleerlinge en BLUE HILLS ons is besig om buitemuurse klasse in Kunsmatige Intelligensie 4 Months up to Grade 12. of “AI” bekend te stel. As onafhanklike ISASA-Skoolgemeenskap PREPARATORY & COLLEGE fokus ons op uitnemende opvoedkundige vorming en bied ‘n intieme onderrig-milieu in klein klasse. GRADE R - 7 | GRADE 8 - 12 (WITH BOARDING) REG: 133694

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Fourways Gardens • 51 • February 2020 Education Advertorial BRESCIA HOUSE SCHOOL GROWING GLOBAL CITIZENS

An outward global perspective heightens a student’s sense of responsibility and encourages her to engage with people, ideas and issues on a much broader level.

Yellow Bus: On arrival in Philadelphia last Wilmington: The Brescia House School Ursuline Schools: The school has a good year, the Brescia House School girls were Global Ed girls at the Ursuline Academy in relationship with many Ursuline schools taken to the Ursuline Academy in a yellow Wilmington, USA across the globe school bus to meet their host families.

s part of a worldwide Ursuline The exchanges help the girls gain an to inspire students to share their time network of schools, Brescia appreciation for the realities of other and talents to improve the lives of others. House School is committed to cultures and a better understanding of School Representative for the Ursuline Athe education of young women what it means to be a global player. The Schools in Southern Africa, Sr Diane in a manner which fosters in them the programme further builds self-confi dence Granger, says, “With the shrinking of the visions, hopes and dreams to contribute and helps the girls to establish valuable world into a smaller global village, we fully as participants on an international and life-long friendships. have recognised the need to forge greater platform. The school collaborates in a bonds with our fellow Ursuline schools Global Education Programme so that The global exchanges are usually two around the world.” pupils can travel and meet with their weeks long. Girls stay with host families Ursuline counterparts, exchange ideas, and have the opportunity to integrate Angela Merici, foundress of the Company form networks and develop the confi dence themselves into the daily life of their host of St Ursula said, “I want my children to that will stand them in good stead in the family. They attend classes at their host understand the world, but not just because future. schools and have the chance to talk to the the world is fascinating and the human pupils about life in South Africa and what mind is curious. I want them to understand As pupils of an Ursuline school, the Brescia it means to be a pupil at Brescia House it so that they will be positioned to make it House School girls have the opportunity to School. The girls also get to visit places a better place.” go on educational and cultural exchanges of cultural and historical importance. In on an annual basis. These exchanges addition to this, they participate in service Last year, Brescia House School are reciprocal, and the girls will often host projects. girls visited the Ursuline Academy in their ‘sisters’ from international schools Wilmington, Delaware, as well as Sainte when they come on their South African Exchanges strengthen a student's ability Ursule in Paris. In 2020, Brescia House exchanges. to experience different cultures, see School will be participating in exchanges multiple perspectives and communicate, with Dallas, Texas and St Louis, Missouri. “A successful school partnership needs collaborate, and celebrate the uniqueness common values, reciprocity, trust and time. of others, with compassion for all humans Brescia House School is an independent, Just like successful human relationships, and a sense of responsibility to our world. Catholic, day school for girls from grade 0 school relationships must be cultivated The Ursuline Schools share the motto to grade 12. and tended,” says Cecilia Nipp, Director ‘Serviam’ (Latin for ‘I will serve’). of Global Relationships and Cultural For further information please contact Exchange Ursuline Academy of Dallas. The Global Education Programme aims 011 706 7404 or visit www.brescia.co.za

Fourways Gardens • 52 • February 2020

Education Advertorial CARLSWALD HOUSE PREPARATORY AND 345 NURSERY SCHOOL Carlswald House Preparatory School is a Cambridge School. It is a small family school which is set in a park-like and tranquil environment, yet it serves one of the most rapidly growing business areas in Gauteng.

arlswald House Preparatory School is a school whose philosophy values humanity Cand consideration over materialism, yet it has the facilities and educational apparatus to ensure that its pupils are exposed to the most modern trends in education. The school has Engineering and Mathematics) rounds As easy as 345 a great balance between Academics, off the Senior Prep curriculum where At the 345 Nursery School, they strive to Culture and Sport so that the children the children learn through problem educate the children in a safe, secure and get the holistic approach to modern day solving. Habits of Mind is currently used fun-loving environment. There’s a support learning. Carlswald House Preparatory in the higher grades of the school and structure that will provide your children School is part of Cambridge Assessment was introduced across the whole school with maximum learning experiences. International Education. in 2018, with DeBono’s Thinking Hats “Children need a relationship of trust and introduced in 2019. understanding with their teachers in order The way in which the teachers do this is to feel safe and secure and we provide through making thinking visible using the Carlswald House Preparatory School is this foundation for effective education. 8 Thinking Maps. Higher Order Thinking an independent school registered with Teaching is not our profession, it’s our and Questioning are part of daily life the Provincial Education Department, and passion,” the teachers explain. and specifi c critical thinking lessons are a member of the Independent Schools taught. STEM (Science, Technology, Association of Southern Africa (ISASA). “At 345, we are open all year round. We understand hard-working parents, and strive to recognise opportunities that will make all mums’ and dads’ days as convenient as possible.”

The school gates are suitably opened at 06h30 for all parents who would need to drop their kids off early each day.

For further information please contact: Admin Offi ce: 011 029 0802 or 011 029 0803 Email: [email protected] Address: 82 Lyncon Road, Midrand www.345.co.za www.carlswaldhouse.co.za

Fourways Gardens • 55 • February 2020 Kyalami Schools - An Independent, Not For Profit Group of Schools 5 CAMPUSES INVESTED IN ITS LEARNERS BY OFFERING: State of the art classrooms and sporting facilities Beaulieu ALIS VOLA PROPRIIS Nurturing the development of global achievers across all fields Preparatory School Beaulieu College Outstanding academic results

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KS | Nursery School DPS Feb 2020.indd 2 1/22/20 2:52 PM Education Advertorial RELATIONSHIPS, RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY AND RESILIENCE

St Peter’s College values stage of development will lead to the virtue of fi delity. Fidelity involves being the unique contribution able to commit one's self to others of each student, staff on the basis of accepting others, even when there may be ideological member and parent. We differences. These are the young provide an environment adults that we wish to see leaving St Peters College. of opportunity, fostering the inspiration necessary The Pastoral Care team oversees many aspects of school life that contribute to develop our students to the social and emotional well- with the knowledge, skills being of the students. Student Affairs covers areas such as pastoral care, and confidence required discipline, mentorship, leadership, to succeed now and in the social responsibility, spirituality and student exchanges. It seeks, through future. carefully designed programmes, not only to enrich the lives of our students very Student is valued and Relationships, Respect, Responsibility but to also challenge them beyond their encouraged to develop their and Resilience. We live in an ever- comfort zone. We are committed to individual character and talents changing world where young people developing young people with vision, Eto the full. Confi dence and need to be equipped with the correct energy, and enterprise who are not maturity are nurtured by experienced values to enable them to thrive within afraid of hard work, who can work in academic and pastoral staff, in an diverse communities. a team and who have the good of the atmosphere of opportunity and enquiry, greater community in mind at all times. and excellent structures of care in a St Peter’s College offers our students stunning and modern campus. the ability to explore who they want to For enquiries about St Peter’s College, become in a safe environment and to please contact Mahidi Maeko at We endeavour to teach our students peel away layers to lead to their true [email protected] or to live up to the core values of identity. Success in the adolescent call 011 807 5315.

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Fourways Gardens • 59 • February 2020 APPROVED ESTATE AGENTS FOR 2019/2020 Please remember that only Fourways Gardens Approved Estate Agents are allowed to list and sell houses in Fourways Gardens. You may contact any of the following agencies to sell or let your home: Agency Agent Cell Number E-mail Website

William Anerseder 083 272 4556 [email protected] www.aucor.com

Tania Heurtaux 082 550 2222 [email protected] www.century21.co.za Joep Rijntjes 083 462 2756 [email protected]

Geoff Mander 073 251 1206 geoff.m@fi neandcountry.com www.fi neandcountry.com/sa

Ingrid Manni 083 601 5521 [email protected] www.fourwaysgardensrealty.co.za

Francesca Beattie 083 678 8001 [email protected] www.fbproperties.co.za

Gaye Cawood 083 601 1593 [email protected] www.gcr.co.za Sue de Boer 082 452 0086 [email protected]

Philip Myburgh 079 241 1245 [email protected] www.sothebysrealty.co.za

Cecily West 082 901 3244 [email protected] www.liverealestatejhbnorth.co.za

Martina Forsyth 083 260 1562 [email protected] www.pamgolding.co.za Kyle Ebben 082 483 5861 [email protected]

Leanne Peterkin 082 832 6582 [email protected] www.remaxexecutivegroup.co.za

Greselda Smith 083 260 1663 [email protected] www.remax-masters.co.za

Michele Zuccolo 082 850 8356 [email protected] www.seeff.com Trish Walton 082 442 9112 [email protected]

Dee Thomas 083 375 5646 [email protected] Linda Davies 082 371 4667 [email protected] www.tysonprop.co.za Sally d’Hotman 082 442 7693 [email protected] Jonathan Davies 082 568 8084 [email protected]

Sue Brownlie 083 450 1600 [email protected] www.univest.co.za

James Christelis 082 416 5343 [email protected] www.vered.co.za APPROVED ESTATE AGENTS FOR 2019/2020 Please remember that only Fourways Gardens Approved Estate Agents are allowed to list and sell houses in Fourways Gardens. You may contact any of the following agencies to sell or let your home: Agency Agent Cell Number E-mail Website

William Anerseder 083 272 4556 [email protected] www.aucor.com

Tania Heurtaux 082 550 2222 [email protected] www.century21.co.za Joep Rijntjes 083 462 2756 [email protected]

Geoff Mander 073 251 1206 geoff.m@fi neandcountry.com www.fi neandcountry.com/sa

Ingrid Manni 083 601 5521 [email protected] www.fourwaysgardensrealty.co.za

Francesca Beattie 083 678 8001 [email protected] www.fbproperties.co.za

Gaye Cawood 083 601 1593 [email protected] www.gcr.co.za Sue de Boer 082 452 0086 [email protected]

Philip Myburgh 079 241 1245 [email protected] www.sothebysrealty.co.za

Cecily West 082 901 3244 [email protected] www.liverealestatejhbnorth.co.za

Martina Forsyth 083 260 1562 [email protected] www.pamgolding.co.za Kyle Ebben 082 483 5861 [email protected]

Leanne Peterkin 082 832 6582 [email protected] www.remaxexecutivegroup.co.za

Greselda Smith 083 260 1663 [email protected] www.remax-masters.co.za

Michele Zuccolo 082 850 8356 [email protected] www.seeff.com Trish Walton 082 442 9112 [email protected]

Dee Thomas 083 375 5646 [email protected] Linda Davies 082 371 4667 [email protected] www.tysonprop.co.za Sally d’Hotman 082 442 7693 [email protected] Jonathan Davies 082 568 8084 [email protected]

Sue Brownlie 083 450 1600 [email protected] www.univest.co.za

James Christelis 082 416 5343 [email protected] www.vered.co.za SERVICE PROVIDERS: curriculum. For more information, or to make an appointment to Verna: Has been with me for 2 years and before that she visit the school, contact Debbie Hutchinson on 083 253 1414. was with another family for 12 years. She is honest and ADDITIONS, ALTERATIONS & NEW BUILDS: Raycon hardworking, and has proved to be a great help in handling Construction – resident of FWG for past 25 years. References IRRIGATION – SOFT RAIN: I have gone solo after 4 years Classifi eds and I have partners each with over 12 years’ experience. my 2 kids (aged 5 years and 6 months old when we came) in the Estate available. Call Steve on 083 601 1594 / and my household. We are advertising for her as we are 011 465 4547. No job too Big or Small. All sorts of irrigation from maintenance repairs to new installations. Call Isaac on 078 658 4371 or Thabiso on leaving the country. 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BOOK A FREE GROUP LESSON - USE full-time for us. She’s a happy and 100% trustworthy and very Candice on 082 363 0542. [email protected] / organised person. She is a wonderful help in a household www.candiceinteriors.com PROMO CODE FWG032. Contact Ina on 082 859 8565 / [email protected] or www.tennisforlife.co.za with kids and pets! Contact Essie on 078 534 4794 or for a CAPTURE YOUR BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES: reference call Jacqui on 060 872 8863. Photographs piling up in a box or on your cell phone? Have THE ULIMATE PROFESSIONAL: Painting and varnishing, waterproofing/damp sealing, plastering, Rhinolite, wall paper Helen: Looking for part-time work on a Tues & Thurs, she your beautiful memories captured in a personally designed is currently working for me on Mon & Fri. She is very refined scrapbook that will be treasured forever. Designed and created hanging. Call Clement on 078 717 8732. For a reference please call Mrs Rossouw on 082 927 6314 or Hilton on 082 411 6744. and is an excellent domestic helper. Please call Sandra on for you per occasion, season or moment in time, before they 082 895 2410. get lost or forgotten. Contact Taryn for a discussion and quote on 084 091 5628 or [email protected] Domestic: Available on Mon, highly recommended. DOMESTIC WORK: Call 072 117 5032 or 082 371 3380 for a reference. CARPETS & FLOORING: (Carpets, vinyl planks, laminates, solid and engineered wood). 40 years in the business, Cynthia: My long-term experienced domestic is looking for Nyarai: Zimbabwean lady looking for work as a domestic / workmanship guaranteed, all brands, competitive prices. full-time employment in the Fourways area. She has been nanny on Mon, Wed & Thurs, currently working in FWG, she is Contact Tony on 083 290 1757 or [email protected], working for me for 14 years and is very reliable, hardworking reliable, hardworking, honest and good with children and pets. www.bonetts.co.za and excellent with children and pets. For references call Gary She also holds a childminder certificate. For a reference call on 082 814 4451 or call Cynthia on 072 563 7746. Angela on 083 411 0405 or call her directly on 084 025 9051. CONSTRUCTION: VV GRILG - We specialise in general brick work, plastering, paving, painting, plumbing, carpentry, pool Bongi: Experienced and hard-working domestic looking Louise: Looking for part-time work on Tues & Fri, she is services and renovation. Please contact us on 071 030 2048 / for full or part-time work. The quality of her work is excellent hardworking, reliable and shows initiative. She has worked for us 078 702 038 or email: [email protected] (especially ironing), and she is methodical and punctual. for many years, living in FWG. Please contact her directly on Please call Geoff for a reference on 078 485 1482 or Bongi on 072 102 4077 or Lucia on 076 982 6902 for a reference. DSTV DOCTOR: Approved DSTV – all installations, aerials, 061 250 8100. sales, Wi-Fi Extender/Booster over cat 6E and repairs, Multi choice accredited installer. Showmax and Netflix. Call Junior Toko: Highly recommended domestic worker. Works well GARDENERS: on 078 228 3182 / 074 729 9672 or email: 4wayssat4@gmail. on her own and get things done, seeking full or part-time com, www.dstvdoctor.co.za. Address; Plot 79 Cedar Rd, employment, very familiar with working in the estate. Please Masher: Has worked for me for 8 years, he is honest, Chartwell. call Toko on 071 771 8505. References available. WhatsApp reliable and hardworking. He is looking for work every 2nd Jane on +4407384411737. Sat in the month or every Friday in the month. Call Masher on DAMP-PROOFING/WATER PROOFING/PAINTING: 083 268 5385 or for a reference call Janet on 082 445 0704. Owner supervision. All work guaranteed. Call Richard on Elsah: We are emigrating so our Elsah is looking for a 082 352 6382. new family (part or full-time). She loves kids and dogs. She Happy: Our gardener currently works in FWG is looking has worked in FWG for 10 yrs. She is honest and does an for work every alternate Wed and every Thurs & Sat. He is FLORIST: Start 2020 fresh with flowers for your home or excellent job. Call her on 072 817 4395. For a reference call hardworking and reliable. Call him on 083 654 8941. office. We specialise in Bespoke events. We deliver for all 061 350 4149. occasions. 6 Macbeth Avenue Fourways. Free Delivery to George: Looking for part-time work on Wed & Fri as a FWG. Call 011 706 7709 / 083 501 0444. Precious: Looking for full or part-time work. Live-in or live- gardener or cleaning. He is Malawian and can also do ironing out. She has been working in FWG for more than 10 years. and painting. Call 078 320 0553 or Mr Moore for a reference FOURWAYS PLUMBING: Resident plumber for all She is honest and reliable in your home. Please call Tanya on on 082 889 5117. plumbing requirements, reasonable rates and same day 082 325 1609 or Tania on 078 460 9325 or call Precious on service. Call 011 705 2145 or call Steve on 082 440 5111. Sangwani: Malawian looking for work on Mon, Wed & Sat, 073 796 4784. currently works in FWG. Call Richard for a reference on GATE MOTOR REPAIRS: Alarms, CCTV, gate motors and Elsie: Looking for part-time work on Mon, Tues & Wed, 082 741 3388. intercom system repairs and installations. Call Ninja Office: reliable hardworking and honest. For a reference call Wendy 084 354 5596 or Quinton on 084 354 5597. Phillip: Hardworking and resourceful gardener available on on 083 604 0931 or Elsie on 073 031 5889. Mon, Wed & Thurs, can also be a handyman. Reliable and GARDENBOYZ: For all your garden needs: landscaping, Veronica: Has worked for my family for the last 13 years, due trustworthy with lots of experience. Call him on 084 961 7532 irrigation, lawn cutting, garden clean-ups, composting/lawn to our relocation she is sadly not able to come with us. She is or Petra on 071 643 5069 for a reference. dressing, garden maintenance, weeding and tree felling, pool a fantastic hard-working domestic who is honest, trustworthy, services. Call Jordan on 073 849 0927 / 068 083 5393. Andrew: Malawian, looking for part-time gardening work, 100% dependable, amazing with children and pets and speaks available Thurs & Sat, very reliable and hardworking. Call HANDYMAN: British tradesman for all the jobs you hate!!! excellent English and is a wonderful person to have around. Andrew on 083 645 9607. For a reference call Adri on Building, total house renovations, wooden flooring, painting, She is diligent and meticulous and able to think on her feet. 083 235 0372. cupboards, damp-proofing, tiling, plumbing, roofing, ceilings, She takes enormous pride in her work and nothing is too much kitchen and bathroom renovations and electrical work, trouble. I can highly recommend Veronica for live-out full-time Isaac: Reliable, honest and hardworking, great experience in plastering, paving and alterations…No job too small. Offers a or part-time work. Please contact me Ang on 072 569 1008 or gardening. Currently working 5 days a week in FWG, looking friendly and reliable service. Contact Steve on 076 823 6847 / Veronica on 073 671 3516. for work on Wed. Call him directly on 083 336 5144 or call Bernard on 082 497 0897 for a reference. 082 955 5642. Thando: Has worked for us for nearly 5 years and is very HANDYMAN: For all your building requirements done to your reliable, hardworking and always willing to go the extra mile. Dickson: Malawian: Looking for work on Tues, Thurs & Sat, satisfaction. Professional, honest and reasonable. Specialising She is fantastic with children, has looked after my daughter has work experience in gardening, housekeeping and cleaning. in painting, waterproofing, damp-proofing, damp rising, from birth and has been on a baby stimulation course. Due Call 078 687 7853 or Allyson on 082 461 5893 for a reference. Rhinolite, tiling, paving, roof leaks, building, plastering, pool to us leaving the country she is now looking for work, she Desmond: Looking for part-time work as a gardener on repairs and house renovations. Call Alex on 073 836 5049 / is available every day of the week and immediately. For a Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri. Call him directly on 063 009 0285 or 071 836 2601. References available in FWG. reference please call Serena on 072 718 8288 or call Thando Mrs Kaleta on 083 627 7840. on 061 934 7145. HERBALIFE INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR: Free Philip: Hardworking, knowledgeable and reliable gardener Delivery. Call Carin on 082 557 4638 for a free wellness Sarah: Honest and reliable, shows initiative when required, she is available on Mon, Wed & Thurs. He is meticulous and has evaluation. is well spoken and extremely pleasant. She works 2 days per many skills including planting, garden maintenance, painting week for me and is looking for work for the other 3 days. She HEDGEHOGS PLAYSCHOOL: 1 SPACE AVAILABLE and handyman skills. He is trustworthy and friendly. For more AT HEDGEHOGS EDUCATIONAL PLAYGROUP. This is a holds certificates for various qualifications. Call 063 155 5618 information please contact Kelly on 076 931 2153 or Philip on small and nurturing Educational Playgroup run by a qualified for a reference or Sarah on 076 567 6109 / 061 672 2929. 084 961 7532. teacher in Fourways Gardens Estate. Ages 18 months to Florence: Looking for part-time or full-time work live-in or 3 years. Weekly themes and creative activities form part of the live-out, she is very honest and reliable. Please call Florence on 071 092 7792 or for a reference call 083 303 1193. Fourways Gardens • 62 • February 2020

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