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Waterfall Home Décor Expo 2018
Mall of Africa ABOUT THE Personalised turns two WATERFALL COMMON service from SERVICES COMPANY Woodmead Auto 1. Use a registered builder and sub-contractors. Assuring Quality 2. Register your new home 15 days before you start building. 3. Demand that a minimum of four inspections are done during Homes Since 1998 construction. 4. Before signing your “happy letter”, make sure you are satisfi ed The NHBRC is here to protect your rights with the quality of your new home. as a new homeowner, by ensuring that our 5. Address any construction related issues with your builder in the registered builders deliver a quality home that fi rst three months of moving into your new home, to take you can enjoy for generations to come. advantage of your Warranty Cover. Contents
ESTATE NEWS MOTORING Welcome Message from WHAT’S ON AT MALL OF AFRICA 24 Motoring Comment 30 Waterfall 2 WATERFALL COMMUNITY EVENTS 26 Three medium family SUVs 31 Personalised service from Woodmead Auto 4 Trafalgar Contacts 46
Attacq celebrates Mall of Africa’s 2nd Birthday 7 LIFESTYLE Graeme Butchart: Even more features for the HOME FRONT Reclaim your whole intelligence 40 GO WATERFALL APP 10 Lots & Crates: Wholesale to the Public 38 ‘Fast-casual’ food Netcare: at BBQ Workshop 42 1. Use a registered builder and sub-contractors. ‘Modern’ Prosthodontics 12 Waterfall Home Service Providers 2. Register your new home 15 days before you start building. and Classifieds 47 Restaurant Competition 44 Assuring Quality Waterfall Common Services 3. Demand that a minimum of four inspections are done during Company 17 Book Reviews 45 Homes Since 1998 construction. Waterfall Home Décor Expo: 4. Before signing your “happy letter”, make sure you are satisfi ed Showhouse 1 20 James Clarke: The NHBRC is here to protect your rights with the quality of your new home. TRAVEL How to hit the ground sprawling 48 as a new homeowner, by ensuring that our Top 10 Travel Deals 35 5. Address any construction related issues with your builder in the Waterfall Home Décor Expo: registered builders deliver a quality home that fi rst three months of moving into your new home, to take Showhouse 2 22 you can enjoy for generations to come. advantage of your Warranty Cover.
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f you need reminding about how quickly time flies, would you believe Iit’s already been two years since Mall of Africa opened?
We’re sure that most of you are happily familiar with the Mall’s great selection of shops and leisure facilities. And in this month’s magazine, you can read up on the success of the Mall since opening. In the last year, a number of new stores moved into Mall of Africa, including the prestigious Tommy Hilfiger and Levinson’s brands, The temporary litter trap installed in the Jukskei River by the Waterfall Common Services Company. as well as speciality stores like Bargain Books and Maverick & Have you downloaded the GO and maintaining an environment Jane. So, there really is something Waterfall app yet? If not, get on it where people want to live to appeal to all tastes, ages and since you are missing out! If you have, and work. Its services include ends of the fashion spectrum. you will be happy to hear that two irrigation, landscaping, river new features have been added to cleaning, street light maintenance, The Mall plays a big role in building the app. Since going live in March, security surveillance and signage, the community atmosphere at the app development team has been so its employees really are the Waterfall, and its impact will increase working non-stop on adding more hidden heroes who help our with some special events taking user-friendly, convenient functions. Estate to function so well. place this winter. Look out for the Please read about the emergency Soccer Fan park from 22 June to 15 button and event notifications features Finally, our regular article from July. Celebrating the 2018 Soccer to familiarise yourself with these. Netcare looks inside our mouths, World Cup, it will feature digital at the field of prosthodontics. In screens broadcasting the live You may already know that Waterfall it, Dr Nadhir Biseswar explains action from Russia as well as live was named the Best Mixed-use more about the high demands entertainment, a food market and a Development in the International we place on our teeth, and kids’ play zone. In addition, a winter Property Awards 2017/18, and an how to keep them healthy. art exhibition will be staged by the article in this issue sheds some Julie Miller Investment Art Institute light on one of the companies that Until next month, keep from 21 June until 8 July, and some contributed to us winning this award. warm and well. of the unusual displays and exhibits The Waterfall Common Services sound well worth checking out. Company is responsible for achieving Waterfall Management
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In fact, with so many different makes and models on offer, choosing a vehicle can be a tough decision and one that relies on good advice from those in convenient. Whether it is bringing a high-performance vehicles. Backed the know. Waterfall residents looking car to your home for you to review by an energetic and dedicated sales for a vehicle that fits into the luxury, and test drive, or making a home visit force, and focused on impeccable sports or high-performance categories to asses a car you may want to sell – customer service, the business are in luck as there is a reputable Woodmead Auto aims to meet every has only grown from strength to dealer within the Estate who can help resident’s specific car requirements. strength over the past 14 years. you – right from your doorstep. Woodmead Auto was established Situated within the Waterfall Car dealership, Woodmead Auto, offers in November 2004, combining the development, the company has Waterfall residents a personalised foresight and skills of the Mia Group the ability to service the Waterfall service, making the process of and Saber Cars to redefine service community’s unique motoring needs, buying or selling cars wonderfully excellence within luxury, sports and in the comfort of their home. Dealer
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Principal, Imran Saber, says that the for your next motoring investment dealership is focused on offering those – or if you have had your eye on a who live and work within Waterfall their specific high-end vehicle and would service excellence and sought-after love to get a feel for how it drives, why advice on vehicle purchasing decisions. not consider Woodmead Auto? Having been in the motoring industry for many years, Imran is highly respected by Woodmead Auto is located at his customers and only hopes to grow 12 Waterval Crescent in Woodmead. his customer base within Waterfall. For any car buying or selling needs, contact them on 011 603 2160 / So, when it comes time to sell your 076 179 4273 or email current car and you need expert advice [email protected].
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Attacq celebrates MALL OF AFRICA’S 2ND BIRTHDAY
which includes prestigious brands Attacq, the listed such as Tommy Hilfi ger and Levinson’s; property company trendy fashion and footwear stores refi nery, The Fix, superdry, Hurley developing and and ramsey; and speciality stores like Bargain Books, Toys r us, managing Waterfall Babies r us and Maverick & Jane.
City, is excited to Attacq strongly believes that restaurants are an integral part of the entertainment celebrate Mall of experience off ered by the mall and as such has gone to great lengths to Africa’s birthday and Jackie van Niekerk, COO of Attacq, and Michael deliver a restaurant mix that caters to Clampett, Head of Asset Management - Retail at the needs of all visitors. The spur group, 2 years of operating! Attacq, introducing Pepper for instance, which is represented in the mall through its spur, roccoMammas all of Africa is Attacq’s largest and Casa Bella Brands, has achieved investment in Waterfall great success in the mall. In fact, its and has already achieved restaurants in the Mall of Africa remain Mgreat success, including a among the group’s top performing turnover growth of 11% year on year establishments across south Africa. for the month of December 2017 versus As a group, the Mall of Africa outlets December 2016, solidifying the mall as record higher daily turnovers, compared the chosen location for friends and family to its other outlets country-wide and to spend quality leisure time together have been able to trade up year-on- and the true home of Africa’s luxury. year since Mall of Africa’s opening.
Collaboration is key to business success Another notable tenant is the surtee and, in its last six months of operation, group, a high-fashion retailer with Mall of Africa has accommodated a well curated selection of luxury a wide-range of international and brands. The surtee group chose to local retailers, restaurant groups and place high end brands, including speciality stores. A total of sixteen Emporio Armani, Michael kors, new stores have called Mall of Africa John Fuller, Group Operations Franchisee for the versace, Lacoste, Paul smith, FrAAs home during the last 12 months, Spur Group in Mall of Africa and Armani Exchange, in and around
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Mall of Africa’s prestigious Crystal Court. An interesting point is that the majority of the group’s clientele at the mall are local, which speaks to the densification of the city, as further residential as well as commercial offerings are developed and completed in the Waterfall precinct.
Partnering with African Fashion International, in 2017 Mall of Africa The Hamleys Train taking visitors around in celebration of Mall of Africa’s 2nd Birthday became the official host of the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Johannesburg, which is widely considered to be one of the most important events on the South African Luxury Fashion Calendar. Mall of Africa was also home to the Julie Miller Investment Art Institute’s Africa Art Collective, which is the largest of its kind in the country and included over 400 art pieces on display in the centre as part of the Autumn Exhibition. The Winter Exhibition will launch on Thursday 21 June 2018 and will run until Sunday 8 July 2018. Furthermore, Mall of Africa’s association with the National Antiques and Decorative Arts Faire (NAADA) has heralded a resurgence in the antiques market. The ‘Faire’ is staged to showcase the best of South Africa’s classic art and décor and provides attendees with a memorable art experience.
The notable opening of the iconic 26-storey PwC tower, which houses 3 500 employees and serves as the company’s central headquarters in Gauteng, has also resulted in an impressive upsurge in visitors, with foot count up by 4% in January, 8% in February and 11% in March 2018, further demonstrating the mall’s ability to attract and retain consumers across multiple demographics.
Mall of Africa is dedicated to providing a holistic retail experience that supports tenant ambitions, increases turnover and delivers the shopping experience consumers require. The goal is to continue setting and exceeding global retail best practice whilst taking into consideration local context. Mall of Africa is more than a shopping venue, it is the home of African luxury, entertainment and lifestyle experiences.
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he gO Waterfall app, that app that was The event notifications was released to residents in initially released feature allows March this year, has already was only the residents to stay in Tbegun to see success and only start and, as time the know and will promises to get better with time. The goes on, we are become the go- team behind the app has been working going to see even to for those who tirelessly to generate new updates, more user-friendly, want to know which events are adding even more features, and they convenient functions added to it – happening in and around Waterfall. show no sign of slowing down. aiming to really deliver on what we A notification will pop up in the believe the app can achieve. We know app, indicating upcoming events “The app works great! I recently that there is a lot that residents want and the corresponding, relevant logged an issue and it was seen to to see added and we are striving to details, to ensure all residents can incredibly quickly,” one resident was deliver in line with these expectations.” participate in any event relevant reported saying. In fact, the initial to them and their families. release of gO Waterfall has received Following the integration of the praise from many residents. The Community Portal into the gO These new functions are just the Waterfall Directory has also been Waterfall app last month, the start of more to come, as commended for its user-friendliness latest update resulted in two new gO Waterfall’s development for both residents and vendors. features: an emergency button team continues to create updates From a resident’s point of view, it’s and event notifications. and build better versions. If you never been easier to find services in are a resident in the Waterfall Waterfall and, if you have a service The emergency button gives residents area or plan to be, this is to offer, you can add yourself onto access to a contact list of the control definitely a space to watch. the directory by simply visiting rooms on four of the Waterfall gowaterfall.co.za and signing up. residential estates, so far. In case of In case you haven’t already an emergency, all the user will need downloaded the app, you can do Trudy Deuchar, MD of the gO Waterfall to do is open the emergency contact so by visiting the google Play store app development company, had the tab, find the control room relevant or Apple App store and type gO following to say: “The version of the to them and report the emergency. Waterfall into the search bar.
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Implants versus rescuing teeth – and the increasing relevance of the field of prosthodontics By Dr Nadhir Biseswar, MChD – Prosthodontics, University of Pretoria ne’s teeth are continuously subjected to compromised by severe decay acid, a plethora of bacteria, and immense or structural problems affecting force when chewing. When enduring the pulp tissues. It has been in Osuch arduous conditions, it is no wonder routine use for decades. our teeth require constant care. Though it may seem a daunting task, advances in the field of “The root canal begins by gaining dentistry are aiding in helping people keep their access to the tooth’s interior via a natural teeth for longer (Save a Tooth, 2018). small opening made in its surface. Next, diseased or dead pulp tissue is Dr Nadhir Biseswar, SAVING A TOOTH VERSUS IMPLANTS removed from deep inside the tooth, MChD - Prosthodontics, University of Pretoria, When one’s natural teeth are compromised due the canals themselves are cleaned and is a Specialist to tooth decay, trauma, or loss of supporting disinfected, and the tooth’s interior is Prosthodontist at the bone structure as a result of gum disease or sealed against re-infection. Prosthetic Netcare Waterfall other conditions, one must consider all possible posts are sometimes needed, and are Hospital. Practice Number: treatment and intervention options. Although placed in the root canal to help retain 0940000364053 immense leaps have been made in the field a restoration — a crown or cap — that of implantology, the majority of oral health is generally placed to protect and practitioners will recommend first attempting restore the tooth to normal appearance to save the natural tooth, and if that fails, and function.” (Save a Tooth, 2018). then only will implants be recommended. Prosthodontists and the field of ROOT CANAL THERAPY AND prosthodontics in general, are CROWNS equipped to deal with saving a natural One such method of saving a natural tooth is tooth, as well as implants. When root canal. When given the choice between there is no choice but to extract a tooth extraction and root canal treatment, it is tooth past the point of saving, it is recommended that one opt for a root canal as this field to which we must look. no denture, bridge or implant will look, feel and function as well as a natural tooth. Natural teeth PROSTHODONTICS also perform functions that an implant cannot. Prosthodontics is the branch of For instance, natural teeth have an attachment dentistry concerned with the design, to gingival tissues, which does not occur in manufacture, and fitting of artificial the case of an implant. If this is maintained replacements for teeth and other parts well, gingival health can be optimum. of the mouth. This specialty has in recent years gained prominence, largely Root canal therapy is one of the most effective due to popular media perpetuating procedures for retaining teeth that have been the ideal of a ‘perfect smile’.
12 Waterfall Issue 6 2018 physiologically but psychologically as well (Vieira et al., 2015).
One’s mental well-being is not often considered when one thinks of teeth, however, it is proven that those with ‘bad teeth’ are often discriminated against in schools, workplaces and the world in general. In a survey done by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, it was discovered that “92% of respondents think that a pretty smile is a vital societal asset. 85% believe having a crooked smile isn’t attractive to the opposite sex. 75% judge a person’s level of success based on the attractiveness or ugliness of their smiles The road to creating such a specialty with regard to a long term prosthetic. and half of the reviewers deem bad in dental medicine has been a long teeth as a consequence of poor oral one, and it has gained much from This need for a long term prosthetic hygiene.” (Psychological Impact, 2018). the technological boom of the spurred multiple fields of study into 21st century, leading to wide scale searching for a substance which could As tooth loss is often accompanied innovation in materials used in these satisfy the needs of an implant clinician. by slurring, mispronunciations and prosthetics, equipment and machinery “For successful implant therapy to occur, stuttering whilst speaking, many used, as well as innovation in the it is vital that said material be acceptable become self-conscious, thus reducing actual surgical process – all aimed by the body. It should not cause any one’s self esteem. It has even been at increasing the viability, reliability deleterious effects on the body, nor found to cause individuals to isolate and durability of the various types of should the body elicit any kind of themselves due to embarrassment. prosthodontic interventions available. immunological resistance against it” (Pal, 2015, p. s7). This search eventually led Such behaviour is not conducive to THE HISTORY OF to titanium and its various alloys, as its a healthy and productive life and, as PROSTHODONTICS AND propensity for adhering to bone made it prosthodontists, we strive to create DENTAL IMPLANTOLOGY an ideal material for dental implants and smiles that will aid our clients in living Though only having gained prominence other forms of prosthetics (Pal, 2015). happy and fulfilled lives. We understand over the past two decades, the field of just how important a beautiful smile prosthodontics or dental implantology ‘MODERN’ is, how much it means to a person to is by no means a new one. Earliest PROSTHODONTICS express their emotions and to be able instances of dental implants can be Enough progress has been made in the to smile without reservation, without traced back to ancient Egypt and to past 50 years that prosthetics can be shame and without fear of judgement. ancient Mayan civilizations (Pal, 2015). fitted with great success. This is based This fact alone speaks for man’s innate on clinical studies that are documented THE PROSTHODONTIC need, and desire for, good teeth, be it for in various parts of the world. These rates PROCESS AND IMPLANTS purely functional or aesthetic purposes. are very high, with on-going research The prosthodontic process is a reporting 95% survival for individual lengthy one, especially in the case Not much progress was made in implants and higher rates for implant- of implants. A dental implant is a the field until the late 1930s, and supported bridges (Vieira et al., 2015). screw or framework made of titanium the discovery of an alloy material At Smile Creation Dental Clinic, we and other alloys that supports a named Vitallium (Pal, 2015), the strive to stay current with regard to replacement tooth. Implantation is biocompatibility of which led to an new technologies and knowledge typically performed in several steps. increased frequency and a better quality in the field, all in the name of giving The prosthodontist will first anchor of dental prosthetics. However, it was clients a smile they can be proud of. the implant into the jawbone where eventually discovered that the alloy We know just how important teeth the new tooth will be placed. Once a Vitallium was prone to leaching, thus are, socially, and how issues with one’s period of up to six months has passed compromising its structural integrity teeth can be detrimental, not only and successful fusion (osseogenesis)
Waterfall Issue 6 2018 13 Waterfall News has taken place, a replacement tooth thus protecting other teeth from implants. Despite these drawbacks, will be affixed to a small metal post possible damage. Unlike in the implants are a safe and reliable protruding from the implant. case with dentures, bone loss is option for older adults. Surgery typically avoided as dental implants has a success rate of more than Some treatments can last for more than replace the tooth and its root. 90%, and implants can significantly A SANCTUARY OF COMFORT a year. The prosthodontist co-ordinates Implants look and function like improve one’s self-esteem, outlook The new exclusive Simmons Beautyrest Collection is more the entire treatment, working closely real teeth, sans the oft lamented on life and one’s quality of life. than a mattress, it’s a haven for deep, restorative sleep. with other registered dental specialist noises or speaking and chewing groups (maxillo-facial surgeons, difficulties common with dentures. DENTAL CASE STUDIES periodontists, and others) to ensure that IN PROSTHODONTICS – the patient’s main problems are treated Dental implants are generally DENTAL IMPLANTS to the highest professional standard. considered safe, but as with any Case A: From no teeth to surgery, complications may occur, implants with teeth. The starting point for implant treatment including bleeding, infection and would be the prosthodontist. Generally, nerve, sinus or nasal cavity injuries. most people who are missing teeth are Infection on the site of implant favourable candidates to receive dental may occur. The gum around implants, but treatment plans and risk the implant can be infected by factors will vary from patient to patient. bacteria, triggering periimplantitis, a periodontal disease that A detailed consultation will reveal can result in bone loss. the type of treatment including the number of implants, cost and risk Additional dental work may be factors involved. In most cases, the needed dependent on one’s prosthodontist will advocate for saving physiology as well as age and the tooth as opposed to removal of the any conditions one might suffer tooth/teeth and subsequent implant/s. from. For example, if your jawbone is weakened by osteoporosis, a PROS AND CONS OF bone graft may be needed. IMPLANTS There are pros and cons one Clients in good health have the Before must consider when deciding to best chance for successful implants. get implants. Multiple factors, Many factors considered, as success including ones health, must rates of dental implants are lower be taken into consideration in smokers, and chronic conditions before a decision is made. such as diabetes can delay healing. Implants are advantageous in that This, however, does not mean that they do not rely on other teeth having health issues automatically for support (such as bridges), precludes clients from getting dental After
References Exclusive to our Waterfall Estate readers CONCLUSION There are a myriad of reasons both as • Ganz & Trope. (2018). Save a Tooth or Get an Implant. Retrieved from http://www.deardoctor. In conclusion, it is my belief, as to why one should, or should not get com/articles/save-a-tooth-or-get-an-implant/ (Bring this ad in to redeem the voucher) well as the belief of many other implants. This is a personal decision and page2.php oral health practitioners, that the I suggest that the patient consider all options before making a final decision. • Pal, T. K. (2015). Fundamentals and history of client should attempt saving the implant dentistry. Journal of The International natural tooth before considering Clinical Dental Research Organization, 7S6-S12. a prosthetic such as implants. It is imperative that multiple aspects of • Psychological Impact of Bad Teeth. 10 % OFF one’s health, both medical and dental, (2018). Retrieved from https://www. This is encouraged for the simple be considered when exploring the kyrenefamilydentistry.com/blog/psychological- reason that no implant, no matter how feasibility of implants. Implants can be impact-bad-teeth/ VOUCHER ALL SIMMONS BEDS qualified the prosthodontist, would feel wonderful, and they have increased • Vieira, A. H., E Silva, D. C., Nogueira, T. E., & Terms and conditions apply. Cannot be used in conjunction with other promotions or sales. One coupon per transaction. the same as a natural tooth. There are the quality of life for many people, but Leles, C. R. (2015). Exploring motivations to May not be used to purchase gift cards or redeemed for cash. This coupon is valid until 30 June 2018. many functions a natural tooth may only get them if your natural tooth seek and undergo prosthodontic care: a cross- carry out, that an implant cannot. is beyond all methods of saving. sectional study in a Brazilian adult sample. Patient Preference And Adherence, 9803-809. doi:10.2147/PPA.S81645 Follow us on Atterbury Value Mart 1 • Atterbury Value Mart 2 • Brooklyn • Bylsbridge • Centurion Lifestyle Centre • 14 Waterfall Issue 6 2018 Centurion Mall • Kolonnade Retail Park • Parkview Mall • The Grove dialabed.co.za A SANCTUARY OF COMFORT The new exclusive Simmons Beautyrest Collection is more than a mattress, it’s a haven for deep, restorative sleep.
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he Waterfall development the services it provides include the After all, Waterfall is not just another proudly bears the title of Best provision of irrigation water, common development, so we are determined to Mixed-use Development in area landscaping, river cleaning and ensure that the environment we create Tthe World, according to the rehabilitation, street light maintenance, and the services we provide set an International Property Awards 2017/18. surveillance of access roads as well uncommonly high standard,” he says. Achieving this requires more than just as signage and way fi nding. beautiful buildings, great shopping redelinghuys explains that a key focus areas and pretty open spaces. In order According to Thys redelinghuys, is the common area landscaping, which to attain an environment where people general Manager of the Waterfall requires treated water from the Jukskei genuinely want to live and work, Common services Company, the river for irrigation purposes. Most something extra is required, and this is purpose of the organisation is to plants in these areas are indigenous, where the Waterfall Common services facilitate an atmosphere where but to further the cause of water- Company (WCsC) comes into play. everyone can benefi t. “Our role is wise landscaping, the company is to oversee all those services that investigating endemic plant species, WCsC is the organisation that handles are required, but do not necessarily not only to take advantage of their all those critical issues that are have someone to manage them. hardy and drought-resistant nature, necessary to create the right ambience The company is a non-profi t entity but also to promote local biodiversity. and environment for Waterfall outside established to maintain the standard of the CBD, but which are not front the environment and ensure that the “Further to this, we remain focused on and centre in the minds of those services available are commensurate the roads around Waterfall, where our living and working here. some of with Waterfall’s world-class reputation. work involves regular sweeping and
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Irrigation dam and pump house cleaning as well as the removal of both litter and weeds. We have worked with Attacq to install a pedestrian walkway west of Waterfall Drive, and are in the process of implementing new signage to meet council standards.”
The Jukskei river is another major focus area for the company. “The river fl ows through the Estate and is rightfully Littered Jukskei River Temporary Litter Trap seen as a major asset. However, to maintain this asset, which amounts to around 82 hectares of green space and 10km of river frontage, we need a huge team to manage the river banks and deal with the litter that fl ows downriver. In fact, we currently have 18 permanent personnel involved Water-wise landscaping on Waterfall Drive Water-wise landscaping at The Polofi elds in managing both litter removal and at Curro School invasive species control along the river banks. Our next goal is the installation of a litter trap upstream of the Estate, the company, with a project now information with the Waterfall CBD at the border with Buccleuch. This will in the pipeline to install bollards system, as well as with surrounding however still take some years to be along some of the main roads, where suburbs such as sunninghill, allows constructed. We have, as an interim drivers are currently mounting us to establish a larger secure measure, installed a temporary litter the pavements. The idea, he says, environment, where it becomes very trap at the ingress of Country Estate. is for the bollards to prevent this, diffi cult to get away with committing This fl oating trap, with a net to catch thereby reducing the danger to both a crime. The focus is on deterring the litter, went into operation on 28 May pedestrians and other drivers. criminals rather than catching them.” 2018. The trap is not robust enough to withstand a major fl ood but it should “Another project that we are busy “There is a fi erce determination from be easy and inexpensive to repair, if with is the installation of surveillance Waterfall residents and employees damaged. We estimate that we will cameras on Waterfall Drive and other to preserve the unique new city be able to collect 85+% of the litter access roads, designed to assist with that has been created here, and the 081 283 8568 currently fl owing down the river - much the early detection of suspicious Waterfall Common services Company of which ends up on the river banks.” vehicles to enable a more proactive has exactly the same goal. As an crime response. Our own surveillance organisation designed to be responsive As for the future, redelinghuys information, coupled with real-time to the needs of all users of Waterfall, suggests that there is always information from the sAPs system WCsC aims to play its role in helping something new on the horizon for and the sharing of surveillance build a world-class city,” he concludes. 083 561 0416
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he entire team at Century sophistication without growing tired hands on a unit. What struck them Property Developments were of it over a longer period of time.” about the architectural design was delighted when Weylandts the restrained and intelligent use of THome Outfitters confirmed their For Weylandts, The Villas was the ideal lines and the way texture is used to participation in the Home Décor Expo canvas to showcase their unique create visual interest and depth. 2018. Their extremely high expectations approach to turning houses into homes. were exceeded with this sophisticated “For the Home Décor Expo 2018, we In collaboration with Weylandts Spaces environment that Weylandts created. created a look that both expresses the and the Visual Merchandising team, art of good living and ties in effortlessly Weylandts Kramerville’s first step was “The interior elements effortlessly with the inherent characteristics of The to define the essential character of reflect the architectural vernacular Villas’ inspiring architectural design. We the house along three categories: of this development and we can call this look RAW CONTEMPORARY,” line, tone and texture. With regards to confidently state that it mirrors the the Weylandts team explained. these, three things stood out for them: architect’s original vision,” they said. the understated lines; the neutral, but “It takes a skilled eye to pair luxury As South Africa’s leading furniture and confident tone; and the multi-layered pieces with natural elements in their homeware store, Weylandts’ aesthetic textures. raw (or most honest) state and we is about combining clean, confident applaud this team for doing it so design with the raw authentic textures Even though these characteristics, along effortlessly. This home is ready to be of Mother Nature. When Weylandts with the spectacular use of natural light, lived-in and there is no doubt that the Kramerville’s team first saw pictures gave the unit a unique feel, they realised clever use of calm, neutral tones will of The Villas in Waterfall Country that the interior needed warmth and allow the residents to delight in its Estate, they couldn’t wait to get their the presence of the ‘human hand’ to
20 Waterfall Issue 6 2018 All in all, it’s a look that is bold, yet soulful, cutting-edge yet timeless and sophisticated.
complement the functional, industrial structure. A fusion of natural textures that includes natural wood, full-grain leather and handwoven fabric and patterns gives a sense of lived-in comfort that the cold interior on its own could not provide. These elements have one thing in common, the presence of the human hand in meticulously crafting them. The fusion of these handcrafted elements was done using the layering of materials. This creates a sense of depth that echoes the layered use of surfaces of the exterior architecture.
The next challenge was to add a touch of glamour to the understated aesthetic. Marble side tables, as well as the strategic use of copper, brass and greenery combine effortlessly to create a contemporary up-to-date look without sacrificing the element of timeless taste — an attribute of Weylandts’ look that has appealed to a wide range of customers for many years.
Darker accent walls were used in conjunction with informal shelving; lighting by inspirational Dutch company Moooi; and carefully-curated typographical word art and confident abstract art complete an intriguing picture.
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Celebrating our African heritage
here are many things to “We absolutely love the African theme joys in life. The concept was to take love in this home. The which ranges from whimsical zebra natural African themes such as zebra Century team unanimously wallpaper, to graphic interpretations skin, hand painted prints and bold Tagree that their favourite of Proteas and Strelitzias. One cannot African floral prints – and combine item is “Unbroken”, the spectacular help but notice the fine duality them into a sleek, stylish interior – a sculpture of a horse. The lines between stark masculine lines and versatile space,” explains Angela. and textural detail on this piece bold patterns against feminine are absolutely mesmerising. textures and colours, such as the It’s an eye-catching interior that velvet cushions and pastel tones from is a true classic contemporary. When walking through this home, it the bedrooms,” say The Century team. That was the vision of Versatile is clear that Angela Saffy of Versatile Interiors, and they collaborated Interiors made no attempt to hide “It’s all in our name - Versatile with Classic Bond and Kennedy architectural features, like the black Interiors. It’s not overtly opulent & Co to achieve this look. framed window panes, with heavy and neither is it simplistically bare. drapery and curtains. In fact, her Taking inspiration from our rich “From the onset, we understood choice of mirror frames, drinks African landscapes, this home the interior volumes of this building trolleys and bedside lamps echo the reflects a richness of well-being and there was a drive to fill it with stark window and door frames. whilst paying homage to the simpler furnishings that are both pleasing
22 Waterfall Issue 6 2018 the artistic characteristics of African craft. These bespoke pieces include a dramatic bamboo chandelier in the double volume entrance hall, as to the eye, as well as comfortable from Black Fabrics in the loft room. well as custom-designed occasional to live in,” Angela continues. “The To further this, Versatile Interiors chairs in a hand dyed fabric. The final product is incredibly close created accent walls that were copper-stitch table which makes a to the original mood board that painted Dark Onyx to give the home dramatic statement on the patio is we submitted, where the style warmth with a touch of drama. also in collaboration with MSQ Design. was themed as ‘industrial luxury’ Custom-made rope dining chairs were with a distinct African flair.” The artwork in the house was supplied sourced specifically for this project, by Galleria Gibello, Mad Cow, with due to its unique appearance and Hertex supplied a striking zebra hand drawn pictures from Logan Hing. industrial appeal. All of these items motive wallpaper that covers the One cannot create a true African- have been brought together with feature wall in the entrance hall. This inspired environment by using mass jewel-coloured cushions in a variety African theme is further enhanced produced furnishings, so they chose of different textures, to create a by the abstract spiral wallpaper bespoke pieces, to place emphasis on stylish and sophisticated ambience.
Waterfall Issue 6 2018 23 Waterfall News Upcoming events to keep you busy THIS WINTER AT MALL OF AFRICA
Cooler weather shouldn’t keep you MALL OF AFRICA ART COLLECTION - WINTER indoors this winter, especially with EXHIBITION 2018 the activities Mall of Africa have In April, Mall of Africa - in collaboration with the Julie planned over the next few weeks. Miller Investment Art Institute - launched the largest series So, if you are looking to get out of of public art exhibitions in south Africa, starting with the house and enjoy some time the Autumn Exhibition, which hosted over 131 artists and with family and/or friends, why not over 400 beautiful artworks. visit the Mall and enjoy some of the The initiative’s aim is to help spread public appreciation events they have lined up? of local artists, and form a community within Mall of Africa whilst establishing a south African public art hub.
The Winter Exhibition will launch on Thursday 21 June 2018 and will run until sunday 8 July 2018.
SOCCER FAN PARk soccer fever is in the air, as June marks the start of the 2018 FIFA World Cup taking place in russia. reminiscing on the 2010 event hosted on home soil, avid soccer fans will be happy to know that Mall of Africa are hosting a soccer Fan Park in celebration of the 2018 soccer World Cup!
The Fan Park is broadcasting the action live from russia from 22 June to 15 July. The park will be accessible to ticket holders and will feature a viewing zone with 3 massive digital screens, live entertainment, a food market and a kids’ activity and play zone!
Tickets are available online via ticketpros.co.za ranging from r75 for children over 12 and r150 for adults, for a whole day’s entertainment. Children under 12 can gain access to the Fan Park free of charge, accompanied by a responsible adult. Tickets can also be purchased at the gates.
24 Waterfall Issue 6 2018 To expand on the already versatile selection of artworks, the Winter Exhibition will aim to include art forms such as performance art, digital art, photography, and installation art. There will also be an initiative to include additional categories such as: art that deals with gender-based discourse; stylistic steam-punk artwork; and even an affordable art category.
We believe in art ‘for the people, by the people’ and would love you to join us for another exciting art collective season. For enquiries, please contact [email protected].
An update on the MG Car Show Although it was previously communicated that the MG Car Show will be taking place on the 24th of June 2018 at Mall of Africa, please be aware that there has been a change of date to this event. The MG Car show will be coming to the Mall later this year. Please follow our social media pages for an announcement on the new date.
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26 Waterfall Issue 6 2018 Waterfall City – parkrun Every 08h00 Saturday Mall of Africa It’s all happening at 8am every Saturday at the Mall of Africa - remember, people of all shapes and sizes and speeds can do the parkrun. Some bring friends, others bring their kids, some sprint the track while others prefer a brisk walk. Anyone can do it... Meet at the start point at Waterfall Park adjecent to Mall of Africa in good time before the 8am sharp start. It’s a marked 5km route with volunteers cheering you along the way. PS: To get free parking, you must register as a parkrunner at http://www.parkrun.co.za/register/and print and bring along your barcode. You can then park for free and get your time recorded and emailed to you. C’MON PEOPLE. LET’S GET UP, GET GOING, GET RUNNING (OR WALKING) See you at the start.
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ars and transport form an review. We don’t believe that there are integral part of everyone’s lives. any (or many) actually bad cars on our Whether you view cars as simply market but maybe it’s a case of some Ca mode of getting you from are more, or less, good than others. A to B or, like me, you have oil fl owing through your veins instead of blood, For the average person faced with the you simply cannot live without them. prospect of buying their next car, it can be a most daunting process. My belief For a true petrolhead, it’s an ever is that you need to analyse your specifi c changing world, moving at an needs and criteria, set price parameters exceptional pace of technological and then arrive at a short list of possible development. Most important to candidates. These pages will focus me, personally, are the constant on providing information and facts advances in safety technology. Each aimed at assisting you in doing this. and every little step that assists in reducing the annual carnage on We will also provide regular features Alan with his trademark hat. our south African roads deserves to focussing on safety, whether it’s road be recognised and applauded. safety or the latest safety technology being off ered on the market. Finally, On these pages every month we aim there will be special features of to bring you a mixture of issues of classic, exotic and collectable cars. interest, from the latest launch news Each and every little step and facts, to test reviews of cars that MotorMatters is proud to have been that assists in reducing the pass through our hands, giving us the given the opportunity to provide this annual carnage on our South opportunity to pass on our opinion of content for the Waterfall Magazine what it’s like to live with that particular readers. We would love to hear from African roads deserves to be car for a period of time. We are candid in you and receive your comments, recognised and applauded. expressing both our likes and dislikes of feedback and suggestions. each particular car. A video of every test car is posted on our you-Tube channel Please email me at: and the link will be provided with every [email protected]
30 Waterfall Issue 6 2018 Looking for a medium family SUV? Here are 3 options for you – Honda CRV 2.0 Elegance vs Kia Sportage 2.0 Ex Plus vs Peugeot 3008 1.6T GT-Line
he medium-sized SUV has become one of the largest selling sectors in the SA Tmarket in recent years. From Mom’s taxi to simply being spacious family transport, they are reminiscent of the large sedans and station wagons that I recall from my youth. Examples like the Valiant, Ford Cortina and various Chevvy’s immediately spring to mind. The Honda CRV 2.0 Elegance
I’ve recently had a number of these vehicles to test and, bearing transmissions, however, in daily it gains. It is, without doubt, the in mind that there are MANY use, and especially on the school sportiest of the 3 vehicles here, more options in this category, it’s run or general commuting, I can giving it a performance edge at some interesting to compare the 3 that find no fault. The CRV is smooth, expense that we can now look at. passed through the MotorMatters comfortable and the transmission is driveway. Note that I have listed seamless in operation. Medium SUV’s Starting with load capacity, the them alphabetically and will continue are not designed for the racetrack, Honda has a boot of 408L enlarging listing all stats and figures in this way. which is where a CVT may be found up to 1328L with all seats folded. wanting. The CRV has the gearshift in The Kia offers 320L/1192L and the We start with engines. The Honda a much higher position at the base Peugeot offers 312/1024L. Also, if you boasts a 2L/4 cylinder engine of the instrument panel instead of park the 3 vehicles alongside each with 113kW and 189Nm with a lower between the seats. I find this other, the Peugeot has a notable slant CVT automatic gearbox. Next up position extremely comfortable and towards the rear giving it a sportier, is the Kia with a 2L/4 cylinder practical and actually wonder why rakish look. This does restrict the boot engine giving 114kW and 192Nm more manufacturers don’t use it, space as noted and also has a slight through a conventional 6 speed especially on this category of vehicle. impact on headroom in the rear seat. automatic transmission. Lastly, the Peugeot 3008, with a 1.6L/4 cylinder I am sure you have noted that the It is a bit unfair to compare absolute turbo engine giving 121kW and Peugeot is the only vehicle here with specification levels here because the 240Nm, also with a conventional a slightly smaller engine, boosted Honda and Kia are the middle of the 6 speed automatic transmission. with a turbo. Although the power range models against the Peugeot output is only marginally higher, being the top offering in its range. Many purists tend to criticise CVT note the much higher torque that This gives it extra items such as the
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The medium-sized SUV has become one of the largest selling sectors in the SA market in recent years.
Above and below: The Kia Sportage 2.0 Ex Plus space age Peugeot configurable TFT instrument panel, upgraded seats and sporty trim plus a panoramic sunroof. All have the now standard alphabet soup of safety tech built-in, including 6 airbags to protect your family.
On the economy front, depending on driving conditions, all 3 will easily give you an average figure of between 8-9 L/100km in your daily life.
Finally, we look at the list prices of R477 900 for the Honda, R469 995 for the Kia and R519 900 for the Peugeot. (Peugeot does offer the Allure Spec version with the same engine/ gearbox combination for R459 900). So, on the whole, pricewise, they are all in the same ball park, although the Honda CRV and Kia Sportage include a 5-year/90 000km service plan and Peugeot offers a 4-year/60 000km service plan.
Photos supplied by Alan Rosenmeyer and QuickPic.
For the video comparing the Honda CRV and Peugeot 3008, follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rq1t- ZN7W0U Above and below: The Peugeot 3008 1.6T GT-Line
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Waterfall Lifestyle Reclaiming your whole intelligence It may be the smartest thing you, and your business, ever do.
By Graeme Butchart he contemporary business environment is a place of constant changes, with Tdiverse personalities and points of view each striving to establish some kind of dominance in a continuously competitive space.
It’s a pressure cooker of stress, under which the ever urgent demand to deliver best practices and services is a must-do. It’s a highly complex and ambiguous setting, one in which we spend more and more of our time, with less and less distinction between career and life.
We are accelerating into a life/work employees as more and more smart and creative. A whole intelligence. future with more uncertainty than applications arrive overnight, causing ever before. Recent technological thousands of human beings to become Yet, as our early journey through life advancements point to a future of even irrelevant in the blink of an eye, and unfolds, we begin to adjust and conform greater reliance on IT, and with it, an with that irrelevance, redundancy. to societal structures, expectations even deeper trust placed in algorithms There is no doubt we are heading and norms. With our education, for answers. How long will it be before into a smarter future, it could be a these adjustments and conformities every single experience we take is brighter one as well, but it also has ultimately produce a ‘shaped’ and managed through an IT solution? the potential to be a far harsher one. different thinking mind to the one we started with, often with disadvantages, The Cloud and AI (Artificial Intelligence) Time for some serious Darwinism – the certainly with limitations, which are not are here, and every day, we each evolution of our species has never entirely clear or evident to us, because relinquish more data about ourselves and been more urgent. Clearly, we have to we can’t see what we no longer have. our behaviours, increasing our overall raise our own intelligence if we wish dependency on the voice and word of IT. to remain competitive against the Our unbalanced partiality to analytical super IT intelligence we ourselves have and operational intelligence leads to ‘Waze’ is but one example, which built. As Darwin confirmed, the species the underdevelopment of the whole. we blindly follow without question, that learn to adapt to the harsher Consequently, many of us transition instructed by a powerful invisible all- environments they find themselves in, out of our ‘environmental shaping’ knowing guide*. Nothing wrong with are the species that survive - everything usually in our late adolescence, with this, it’s extremely useful, and to a great else simply passes into obscurity, a reduced range of intelligence, the extent reduces anxieties and stress. museums and history books. consequences of which are less access However, we are also relinquishing to creative thinking and a limited another little part of ourselves each The good news is we can. The reason ability to manage the complexity time, gradually handing our lives we can is we all have access to a of social interdependency. over to an all-knowing algorithm. remarkable gift – we are all born genius. That is to say, we all begin life Frustratingly, the absence of these There isn’t a single industry, worldwide, with the full spectrum of intelligence critical tools is most often not conscious, that won’t bleed huge numbers of – analytical, operational, emotional meaning, we are not even aware
40 Waterfall Issue 6 2018 they are missing, and as such we the skills criteria required are, creative function accordingly - which explains thinking abilities, and the resilience the difficulties most of us experience to work with diverse colleagues, considered music to affect a change in as we transition into adulthood, under higher and higher levels of their mood, when it was required. They accompanied by the countless pressure (emotional intelligence). created more play and fun within their blunders and awful mistakes that working environments – dismantling many of us make along the way. As businesses and individuals that wish seriousness, because ‘serious’ has no role to remain relevant come face to face in developing new insights. They gave In our wisdom, we appear to have placed with this glaring reality, they reach out to up the idea that seeking permission and creativity and emotional intelligence business schools and business coaches approval was a set requirement, rather at a secondary level, considering it to help them acquire these soft skills venturing into greater risk-taking and unimportant to some extent, instead that previously had little, if any value gaining the benefits from such. They placing most of our development at all. Of course, because they offered reached out and fully embraced the emphasis on goals and results, a fixation such little value, very few people can concept of collaboration and equality that has brought us to our present speak honestly to their value and at of all – allowing greater participation reality. Let’s be fair about that. A great the same time help others with how to and broader ideas from all involved. deal of that focus and emphasis has recover and develop the skills required. led to great development and growth, For me, witnessing these successful but it too, has come at a cost. I am fortunate. For the last seventeen transitions has confirmed that we are years I have worked in the growth and all born genius, and we can, despite Global warming is simply a result of development industry, so I have seen the the societal programming, rediscover greed, together with the fixed idea challenges that countless individuals and and access our whole intelligence. that there are endless resources up businesses face as they sought to make for plunder, and no side effects to these shifts in thinking that will allow If any of the above resonates with you, that plundering. It’s a seriously limited them to regain their whole intelligence. and you find yourself overwhelmed view, devoid of the creative vision by the frustrations and stresses of the for what we are doing, along with There are some common key steps and typical way in which we work, may I the absence of social collaborations stages that the successful have followed. suggest that you consider rebooting and empathy for our surroundings your hard drive, reprogramming the (read emotional intelligence). Firstly, they set about identifying software, and removing the glitches that those ‘voices of judgment’ that have are currently affecting your operating The concept that, somehow, a tiny captured their thinking, the voices system. You will be pleasantly surprised percentage of the population can own that are the source of unproductive and super-energised if you do so. It ninety percent of everything, is also thinking and limited world views. Once may prove to be the smartest thing unsustainable, unbalanced and will they acknowledged these negative you and your business ever do. ultimately lead to an enormous backlash thinking habits, they set about making of some kind. Another seriously flawed an inventory of all the beliefs, ideas *Waze is the world’s largest community-based traffic and navigation app. ItsG PS navigation position, born from an absence of and behaviours that they needed to software works on smartphones and tablets with vision for alternative approaches, is the let go of: the old ways of thinking that GPS support. inability to consider the other person no longer served them or held them (again read emotional intelligence). back. With detailed lists of what they wished to let go of – they ‘actively There are many other side effects to despatched’ these redundant ideas. It’s our emphasis on goals and results - a physical action, and a creative one. spend a moment and consider them. It now transpires that the very stuff With the redundant thinking we need as we enter the next phase behaviours behind them, they then of the great human experiment – the introduced new and liberating survival of our species, is the fuzzy stuff thinking behaviour. As examples… that we have previously devalued. Things like using open- Despite all our magnificent achievements ended questioning in their as a species, we have unwittingly communication engagements. limited our whole intellectual potential. Around the world as leading businesses They worked at becoming active Graeme Butchart, Developer of Great People seek human capital, right at the top of listeners. They began using carefully 082 897 1463, www.graemebutchart.com
Waterfall Issue 6 2018 41 Waterfall Advertorial A magnificent place for a feast Beside the fresh and modern space, the best thing about BBQ Workshop is their ‘fast-casual’ food experience. BQ Workshop offers a wide selection of feasting options. From pitas to ribs and chicken Bwings to seafood, there is something to please everyone’s palate. The skewers are super succulent and burgers are packed with flavour. Beautifully prepared pita breads are paired with tahini dip. There are also the open plate meals that can be ordered with gyros, homemade ribs, or even half a roasted chicken and half a kilogram of pork ribs. The prices vary, according to your meat choice and the dishes are accompanied by a medley of dips including hummus, smoked brinjal, and Tzatziki.
For a large group of people, BBQ Workshop provides a tapas style menu worth tackling. You can order a variety of starters including fried calamari, dolmades, Keftedes, and falafel in conjunction with a selection of souvlaki meat options (choose from chicken, pork, beef, and lamb), a salad, some pita breads, and a choice indulgent treat, order their legendary Each dish has been created to satisfy of dips and sauces. It’s a great way to Vaflaki – bite-sized waffles, which are your own unique taste and degree of feed a large group of people, while available in Plain Jane, Milk Chocolate, hunger. The large paper menu supports satisfying different food preferences. White Chocolate or Double Trouble. the ease of ordering - pick it then tick it! Decadent gourmet milkshakes are If you’ve got space, then you can’t also on offer.S erved in large glass Whether you are dining at the restaurant leave without trying BBQ Workshop’s mugs, these 500ml shakes come in or having your favourite meal delivered, epic Dessert Menu and Ice Cream a variety of flavours - Cheesecake, if you love Greek food and all things Counter. Those in the know come from Ferrero Rocher and Cookies & Cream! meaty then you cannot go another far and wide just for a taste of their day without trying BBQ Workshop. yummy gelato, which is served in a And if that is not enough to whet your sugar cone or cup, ranging in flavours appetite, their signature cocktails are BBQ Workshop can be found from Fresh Cream, Fresh Banana, Fresh cleverly crafted from home-made either in Kyalami or Rivonia. For more information on BBQ Workshop Strawberries and Nutella finished off gelato. For instance, the Margherita’s visit www.bbqworkshop.co.za or follow with a swirl of strawberry, blueberry, are impressively made with lemon and them on Facebook. hazelnut, or caramel syrup. For a real lime ice cream and are to-die-for!
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Please email your answer, along with your full name, your cell number and your stand number, detailing ‘Waterfall Restaurant Competition’ COMPETITION in the Subject line, to: [email protected]. DON’T FORGET WINNER FOR MAY: The winner will be notified by email. TO ENTER OUR RESTAURANT Well done to the Terms and Conditions: 1. vouchers cannot be exchanged for cash. COMPETITION! winner of our 2. Portions of the monetary value of the voucher cannot be refunded as “change”. 3. Bookings need to be made in advance with the restaurant detailed on the last competition! voucher. 4. service charges/gratuities are not included, regardless of any balance left over after the meal. 5. vouchers will be numbered. Please provide your voucher number when you make your reservation. 6. The competition is open to readers over the age of 18. Congratulations to: 7. Indemnity: The publishers, Waterfall and any other associated parties are not responsible for the fulfi lment of the service from the restaurant once the prize has been awarded. Dimitri Androliakos The restaurants featured in this competition have been carefully chosen and, even if you aren’t a winner, we hope that you’ll enjoy visiting them whenever you are looking for a memorable culinary experience. The winner receives a R500 meal voucher from one of our participating restaurants.
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Surprise Me By Sophie Kinsella
After being together for ten years, Sylvie and Dan have a comfortable home, fulfilling jobs, beautiful twin girls, and communicate so seamlessly, they finish each other’s sentences. They have a happy marriage and believe they know everything there is to know about each other. Until it’s casually mentioned to them that they could be together for another sixty-eight years... and panic sets in.
They quickly decide to create little surprises for each other, to keep their relationship fresh and fun. But in their pursuit of Project Surprise Me - anything from unexpected gifts to restaurant dates to photo shoots - mishaps arise with disastrous and comical results.
Gradually, the surprises turn to shocking discoveries. And when a scandal from the past is uncovered, they begin to wonder if they ever really knew each other after all...
Price: R290
Uncommon Type By Tom Hanks
A collection of seventeen wonderful short stories showing that two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks is as talented a writer as he is an actor.
A gentle Eastern European immigrant arrives in New York City after his family and his life have been torn apart by his country’s civil war. A man who loves to bowl rolls a perfect game – and then another and then another and then many more in a row until he winds up as ESPN’s newest celebrity, and he must decide if the combination of perfection and celebrity has ruined the thing he loves. An eccentric billionaire and his faithful executive assistant venture into America looking for acquisitions and discover a down and out motel, romance and a bit of real life.
These are just some of the tales Tom Hanks tells in this first collection of his short stories. They are surprising, intelligent, heart-warming, and, for the millions and millions of Tom Hanks fans, an absolute must-have. Price: R430
Letters to Iris By Elizabeth Noble
Tess has a secret - one which is going to turn her life upside-down in just nine months’ time. The only person she can confide in is her beloved grandmother. But Iris is slipping further away each day.
Then chance brings a stranger into Tess’s life. Gigi’s heart goes out to Tess and she’s determined to show her that there’s a silver lining to every cloud. As their unlikely friendship blossoms, Tess feels inspired to open up.
But something still holds her back - until she discovers Iris has a secret of her own. A suitcase of letters from another time, the missing pieces of a life she never shared. Could the letters hold the answers that Tess thought lost forever?
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Waterfall Issue 6 2018 45 Waterfall Contacts
TRAFALGAR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT WATERFALL COUNTRY ESTATE & VILLAGE CONTACTS
Capacity Name & Surname Mobile No. Email Address Responsibilities
Estate Manager Grant Poole 083 399 9334 [email protected] - General enquiries; - Conduct Rule Management; - Complaints escalation
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Did you book that Cape Town flight for me for Thursday? Undismayed, I skippety-skipped back down the steps, entered “foreign Cape Town, Sir? You said Harare! departures”, descended to “foreign And you said Friday. arrivals” and found the “local departures” sign pointing to the dustbin end. I have told you before, never listen to I thought that if McCormack had what I SAY, listen to what I THINK. This come to Johannesburg he would is why this firm is getting nowhere. have hit the ground sprawling.
Dear reader, as I explained a while back, I paced up and down the transit lounge (if only you’d been paying attention), (McCormack says the Busy Executive I had to fly from Johannesburg to should get as much exercise as possible Cape Town and, having just read Mark while waiting for planes) until we were H McCormack’s book Hit the Ground shepherded onto a bus. There followed Running: The Insider’s Guide to Executive “executive survival kit” on standby. I a long bus journey on a north-easterly Travel, I decided to emulate him. usually pack half an hour before I leave. bearing to what looked like a quarantine I never need much: on this occasion I section for infected airliners. The ride to From the moment I leapt from my bed packed my conference papers, string (I the aircraft was free despite the distance I said to myself (in a determined sort of always carry string), safety pin (ditto), and no comfort stops were made. manner): “This day, I shall hit the ground banana (in case I am held up by a running!” I could not start running robber – always have something to We flew into Cape Town on time and, immediately of course because first I give the man), air ticket, wallet and having avoided putting anything in had to shower and shave and put a little loose cash (minimum R2) for tips. the aircraft hold, I was able to run Mum (for Men) under the armpits. pell-mell across the tarmac (Cape I was at the airport by 7.45am and Town airport was still saving up for In no time I got the thick end of my found a sign reading “Try lower parking” buses at the time), through the doors tie to hang lower than the thin end so I did. First mistake. Seeing I was into the arrivals hall, and, panting ever and enjoyed a light McCormack-style about to be propelled to 30 000 feet so slightly, right up to the driver who breakfast. No bread, he advises. Much into the air, the sensible thing would was holding the conference sign. the same as fizzy cold drinks, bread is have been to save time by parking full of air and air expands at altitude nearer the sky on the upper deck. I had hit the ground running! inflating you internally, thus the hostess may have to cut you loose from your I was flying with a small airline that, He told me to relax – he was picking seatbelt allowing you to float against the because it was a rival to the national up three others and they all had ceiling until the aircraft loses altitude. carrier, was relegated to the far end luggage in the hold and there of the airport next to the dustbins. was trouble with the carousel. McCormack makes a big thing of what the Busy Executive should carry I began my ascent from the parking Moral: Hitting the ground running and says he always has a pre-packed basement taking the steps two at a is fine, but don’t rush it.
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