Weekend Property & Construction News

Weekend 14 / 15 January 2006 Circulation : exceeds 3,000 subscribers

Property and Construction related articles featured on the Internet during the past week brought to you by ASAQS. Editor: Bert van den Heever News specific to the quantity surveying profession is reflected at the bottom of this newsletter. Click on the blue headline if you wish to read the full article on the Internet. Past issues of this newsletter can be found at http://www.asaqs.co.za/news/property_news.html

Quantity Surveying News Construction and Development ASAQS NEWS News Retail Roundup MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF ASAQS, MR EGON WORTMANN Newsflashes for Architects Project Management News On behalf on the Board of the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors, we Engineering News would like to wish all our members and colleagues compliments of the season and News for Estate Agents and everything of the best for the year 2006. Home Owners Latest property news As the festive season is now a thing of the past, it is time for the construction industry To subscribe to the Twiice newsletter Business Incentives to once again take up the cudgels and prepare for the challenges that lie ahead "Design Despatches" News from Africa during the coming year. General indications are that we can look forward to a busy please click here. Mining News year and we look forward with anticipation to the exciting challenges that lie ahead. The Agent's tool kit May you all have a wonderful year and above all, a profitable one. Building Terms Weekly Economic Indicators COMBINED PRESIDENTIAL / VICE PRESIDENTIAL TOUR 2006 Key Economic Indicators Free Contracts During the Association Board meeting held during October 2005, it was agreed that the Presidential and Tailpiece Vice Presidential Tours 2006 to the respective Chapters will be combined into one tour this year. Various reasons have contributed to this decision, the main one of which being the busy personal schedules of the respective parties that participate on such a tour.

The programme is currently being finalised and will be announced within the next week or so. The tour will be scheduled for the latter part of February 2006 and during March 2006 and will be completed before 29-30 March 2006, the dates of the next Board meeting, at which time the President will hand Subscribe to the Newsletter over his reigns to the new incoming President. As soon as the itinerary is finalised (after consultation Update your information with the respective Chapters), the programme will be announced by the Association as well as through your applicable Chapter. Click here to read on...

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First Name: In terms of the Constitution of the Association, the Board must be re-elected every two years. The term of office of the current Board expires at the end of February 2006 and a new Board has to be elected

Your profession for the period 1 March 2006 to 28 February 2008. Other Invitations have already been posted to all ASAQS members (PMAQS and MAQS only) to nominate It's an open and shut case... Progate is the best! We wish to collect the names and Chapter representatives (total of 10 members). As soon as these representatives have been finalised professions of our old subscribers in and confirmed, nominations will thereafter also be invited for the elected members (total of 6 members). For gates and gate automation, order to personalise our newsletter palisades and electric fencing call in the future. All you need to do is This process will be completed in time for the first Board meeting of the new term 2006/2008 scheduled submit your name and select your for 29-30 March 2006. Members are therefore encouraged to participate fully in this process so as to 011-440 2113 profession... our computers will do the rest! ensure that the best people are elected onto the Board to represent you for the next two-year period.

Members are encouraged to give this matter the serious consideration that it deserves. We look forward to active member participation in the election process.

OUTSTANDING MEMBER FEES

The unacceptable high number of members who have not yet fully paid their fees to the ASAQS is an First Name: ongoing concern. In response thereto, the Executive Committee resolved at their meeting on 23 November 2005 that a person will be employed (starting 1 February 2006) on a temporary basis to give E-mail: dedicated attention to this concerning matter. He/she will be tasked with phoning debtors and follow up on all outstanding payments. We would appeal that members with outstanding debts should please co- operate with the person when contacted and to make payment of the outstanding fees without delay. Your profession Click here to read on... Other

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Please make sure that you are Now in electronic format and regularly connected to the Internet before you MEMBERS TO BE STRUCK FROM THE ROLL press the GO! button. We value updated. For more information call your subscription. The Council has now firmly decided that any member whose name appears on the attached lists and +27-21-855 2513 or visit our website who has not paid the stated outstanding fees by latest Tuesday 31 January 2006 will be struck from . the Council membership roll and have his/her membership cancelled without further notice.

Should you have any queries regarding your fees owing, please contact Ms Renny Moodley (telephone 011 - 315 4140) at the Council offices. Should payment not have been made by the above due date, or should no special arrangement have been made to have these outstanding fees paid (either in part or in whole), they will be struck from the Council without further notice. Offering South Africans the best available solutions since 1929 To check whether your name appears on the list click here

Please note that members who were previously struck off the roll and whose name appears on the final page of the list can be reinstated by paying their arrears. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News

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NEW ASSOCIATION TIES

Members are advised that the ASAQS has again made available specially designed and printed Association ties. These will be on sale to the members at a cost of R90,00 (VAT inclusive) and are available on the ASAQS internet webshop or across the counter at the ASAQS offices. Stocks will also be for sale during the upcoming Combined Presidents and Vice Presidents Tour during February/March 2006.

We would encourage members to buy these ties and to wear them with pride. These ties are an absolute must for the wardrobe of any discerning dresser.

TIME CHARGES - HOURLY RATES 2006

Members are advised that the hourly rates for time charges for Quantity Surveyors for the year 2006 have been finalised and are available for the private sector. These rates are available on the ASAQS CUG .

The hourly rates for the public sector for 2006 have unfortunately not yet been issued. We have been advised that these are imminent and are expected during the next few days. When published, they will be made available on the ASAQS website, as well as the website of the DPW (www.publicworks.gov.za).

TIME CHARGES - STUDENT HOURLY RATES 2006

Following numerous requests of the ASAQS to publish recommended student hourly rates for University as well as University of Technology students, members are advised that these will also be made available within the next fortnight or so.

Although these rates will initially be based on the rates applicable in the Gauteng region only, the other Chapters are encouraged to provide any further details of their respective regions. This will assist to offer any adjustments that may be necessary to accommodate discrepancies between the respective regions.

CLASSIFIEDS

HAYS - Relocating to the UK? Our dedicated Property & Surveying division recruits for positions throughout the UK & Ireland and our client base includes private practice, property consultancies, property companies, public sector, charities, retailers and corporates. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News

Quantity Surveyor (Built Environment) This is a senior position in a National Government Department. We are looking for a professionally registered individual. Kindly refer to the attached file. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY - DUBLIN, IRELAND Due to continued growth we are presently looking to add Quantity Surveyors (on all levels) to our team. The successful candidate will be qualified to a degree level and preferably have some experience. The candidate must be motivated and ambitious with the ability to manage the QS function whilst sticking to firm budgets. Contact us to discuss salary, benefits and admin issues (work permit, etc.).Browse to Classifieds for full details.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR The George office of Davis Langdon Farrow Laing is looking for a suitably qualified QS with 1 to 4 years experience to start as soon as possible. Please forward CV to [email protected]. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

PQS VACANCY FOR QUANTITY SURVEYOR Vacancy for a qualified quantity surveyor with experience at established practice, Potchefstroom, NWP. Successful candidate will gain valuable QS experience on building projects. Provide CV per e-mail or facimile. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

VACANCY FOR QUALIFIED QUANTITY SURVEYOR A well established quantity surveying company situated in Brooklyn, Pretoria has a vacancy for a qualified quantity surveyor with 0 to 3 years experience. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

JUNIOR QS REQUIRED PQS Firm requires a young energetic qualified university graduate to join us from beginning 2006. Successfull candidate will gain vast experience and enjoy working on large retail and commercial projects nationally. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

PQS Opportunities in the UK Consult Property Recruitment are a specialist independent UK based recruitment consultancy proving resource solutions throughout the Property and Construction sector. We have built strong contacts within the QS industry in the UK and are a well respected recruiter within our field. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

Quantity Surveyor - Seychelles - Salary negotiable All-round QS'ing knowledge and abilities. QS Degree & registered. Contact Robert Murray, Construction Consultant, Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337 What you get : Measuring Quantity Surveyor - Cape Town - R 180 to 220k per annum Well experienced in all aspects of measuring. Relevant Degree or Diploma. Contact Robert Murray, 3x Banner adverts on the file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News Construction Consultant, Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337 ASAQS website (450,00 hits/month!) Senior QS's - Middle East - R 45 to 70k per month A Mini-ad on the ASAQS Specific retail and hotel experience with post-contract administration experience. Degree or Diploma. website and on the Weekend Contact Robert Murray, Construction Consultant, Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 Property and Construction 3337 News (3,000+ subscribers) Preferential exposure of your Need quantity surveying personnel? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Classifieds products and services section on the ASAQS website - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts submitted to the Classifieds are also Targeted marketing at only included in this newsletter. If you prefer using an employment consultancy we recommend you contact R425.00 (exclusive) per PCS-SA on +27(11)789 3337. If you wish to relocate overseas we recommend you contact the Hays month Property & Surveying division. Don't wait, we only have a limited number of slots left. Click here to CALENDAR download the sponsorship form or contact Bert van den Heever the Date : 23 - 24 January 2006 ASAQS Webmaster Event: PROJECT CONTROL COURSE II Time: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Information: Second step to become a Cost Control Professional Subjects cover; escalation, planning and time management. Two steps left before writing your International Interim Cost Consultant Contact: Marié Voogt [email protected] (011) 478 1540

Date : 1-3 February 2006 Event: Structuring and Starting Your Project Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Information: This course will be held at the Centurion Lake Hotel, Centurion on the 1-3 February and followup on the 6 March 2006. Contact: For more info contact Terry Deacon @ 082 557 3119 or [email protected]

Remember: Visit the ASAQS website for new updates!

We wish to welcome the following new members to the ASAQS Closed User Group:

Benjamin Basson - Turner & Townsend Shalina Chettiar - Theba Consultants and Quantity Surveyors Nelmarie van der Merwe Alvin Sindowe Jayendran Reddy Graham Haldane - McIntosh Latilla Carrier & Laing Keith Skinner - Mcintosh Latilla Carrier & Laing Tseliso Makhetha - Business Pulse Project Management CC Evan Sim - FWJK Quantity Surveyors Jan Munnik - Pangaea Projects International Kenneth Faser - AJA Quantity Surveyors CC Richard Tyak - Richard Tyack Quantity Surveyors file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News Edward Thompson - Walker Maré Kimberley Isaac Pfaff - I.Pfaff Senate Moshesh - HRN Quantity Surveyors Craig Reyneke - Abacus Construction Cost Consultants Daniel Schmidt - MD van Schalkwyk and Blake Charles Garnett - Cabinda Gulf Oil Co George Cotterell - George A Cotterell

Please note : Only paid-up members of the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors are allowed entrance to the CUG. We still receive a number of applications every month from non-members. If you have any questions regarding membership contact Mrs Pat Adcock on 011-3154140

Also note that your registration to the CUG will remain in force as long as you remain a member of ASAQS and there is no need to register every year. If you have not received an e-mail confirming your registration contact ASAQS.

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CONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT NEWS

R370bn infrastructure rollout will make or break growth plan South Africa's Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka argued yesterday that the initial key performance indicator of government's yet-to-be-launched accelerated and shared growth initiative (Asgi) would hinge significantly on the success of the rollout of the R370-billion capital programme, spanning power, transport and water. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

No property price collapse on cards, say economists Growth rate likely to be slower though. ALTHOUGH the rate of growth of residential property prices is likely to slow down this year, it is unlikely there will be any kind of collapse in property prices. (©www.businessday.co.za)

eProp Macro Property Barometer 2005/2006 A broad body of recent economic indicators and commentary points to revised conditions for 2006. In particular it appears that inflationary pressures have waned somewhat by virtue of the strong rand, restrained petrol pricing, and generally a money supply scenario that remains within acceptable parameters. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Dearth of industrial land 'a hindrance to city's growth' A serious lack of available industrial property in Port Elizabeth could hinder expected boom times in the commercial property sector. First National Bank's property economist John Loos said pon Monday all indications were that this sector could enjoy a boom similar to that experienced in the residential property sector. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Signs of commercial property boom ahead:FNB There are strong signs indicating a prolonged period of high fixed investment in South African commercial property in the coming years, according to FNB property economist John Loos. (©www.eprop.co.za)

" We see "building trust" as a strategic initiative in our industry. At NMC we believe that we do things differently from other construction companies - we are proud of what we do, of what we have achieved and to be part of NMC - building trust embraces it all. " Shaun Webber - Managing Director, NMC

Inner-city areas likely home for next boom The moderation in house price growth, to 21,9% last year from more than 32% in 2004, comes as little file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News surprise. The general consensus among analysts is that the South African housing market will experience even slower growth this year. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Solid cement sales up 10% last year FURTHER proof of the healthy state of SA’s economy last year emerged yesterday, when the Cement and Concrete Institute said that cement sales last year increased 10% over 2004. (©www.businessday.co.za)

Property loses its sizzle as price growth fades NOMINAL house price growth more than halved last year as buyers shied away from an already expensive housing market. According to the latest Absa house price index, nominal price growth declined from 30,8% year on year in January last year to 14,7% in December. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Rentals shy of feasibility levels for developments Although rentals for quality industrial property in greater Cape Town are rising, they are lagging feasibility levels for new developments, says Orin Varney, Western Cape leasing manager of Old Mutual Properties. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Merkel's™ is back! Now in electronic format this handy builders pricing and management manual is continuously updated to provide you with relevant labour and material rates for 24 different trades for the Durban, Cape Town and Gauteng regions.

Intrepid caveman sought for unique venue South Africa's only restaurant in a cave, Kaaimans Grotto, is up for sale for an asking price of R2,2- million. The unique venue, which is situated on the seaside cliffs at the Kaaimans River near George and can only be reached by train track, attracts thousands of visitors each year. One of the largest venues on the Garden Route, it is popular for functions. (©www.eprop.co.za)

City may face R30m Wanderers fire bill Insurer SA Eagle is demanding the Johannesburg City Council repay it R30m, claiming the council was negligent in allowing the Wanderers Club to burn to the ground in 2004. After the Wanderers blaze in September 2004, SA Eagle forked out R30m to repair the 70-year-old clubhouse in Johannesburg's northern suburbs. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Acc-Ross Holdings set to list on AltX GOLF estate, residential and leisure property development group Acc-Ross Holdings will now list on the JSE’s AltX on January 25. (©www.businessday.co.za)

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Exciting plans for Mthatha Airport Huge shopping complexes also on cards for city. Mthatha Airport is set for a major facelift as part of an economic liftoff in the former Transkei capital that has already attracted a number of new businesses and developments. A local agricultural development service provider, Norris Sokutu Moahloli (NSM) file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News networking services, has been awarded the right by the Department of Transport to develop about 300 hectares of arable Mthatha Airport land. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Listed property outlook attractive While growth rates in residential property are expected to decelerate in 2006, a positive outlook for commercial property as well as the prospect of lower local interest rates means that there is still very much a place for listed property in the form of property loan stocks (PLS) and property unit trusts (PUTs) in one's portfolio - particularly if one is looking for increased income. (©www.eprop.co.za)

J van der Sluys Building and Civil Contractors - There's no substitute for experience and we have almost 50 years and a veritable mountain of successful projects behind us. Our many and varied competencies span pile driving, well pointing, underground cellars, the erection of concrete structures up to twelve levels high, steel structures, coffer slabs, post-stressed concrete slabs, concrete water towers and the building of sport pavilions. There's almost nothing we can't undertake with confidence.

Redefine delivers highest total return LISTED property loan stock company Redefine recorded a total return of 91% last year, the highest in the listed property sector, Catalyst Fund Managers said. Total return combines unit price movement and distribution growth. Redefine also reported 15% growth in distribution for the year to August last year. (©www.businessday.co.za)

Discount logic eThekwini Municipality's plan to sell council flats at massive discounts may well be an election ploy (DA lashes mayor's plan for cheap flats, January 9), but more importantly, this is just giving certain people a nice bonus. (©www.businessday.co.za)

Paramount on acquisition spree CAPE-based property group Paramount is on another acquisition spree – this time acquiring a mixed bag of properties worth nearly R400m. In 2004 Paramount showed remarkable nimbleness in snapping up a number of landmark Cape properties. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Refurbishing an old building? Don't proceed without contacting CEILSpray/CeilClean - they offer an effective and professional way to refurbish suspended ceilings at a highly affordable price.

Jo'burg moots new model for inner-city housing JOHANNESBURG is expected to build more than 1000 apartments with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities in the inner city in the next two years in an urgent bid to address the lack of accommodation for the city's poorest residents. (©www.eprop.co.za)

IFour pays R32,9m for Pelican Park LISTED property loan stock company iFour Properties said yesterday it would acquire a R32,9m new industrial property called Pelican Park. (©www.eprop.co.za)

eThekwini Municipality supports Home Ownership Initiative The eThekwini Municipality is pleased to announce a decision taken by National Housing Department to promote home ownership to 60 000 residents living in State Financed housing throughout the city. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News (©www.eprop.co.za)

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Contract Administrator / Manager International construction consulting firm is urgently looking for strong Contract Administrators for building projects in Dubai, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Most of the projects are large high-rise buildings. Must be strong on post contact experience with a building contractor. Minimum of 8 years of experience in needed. Post contract experience. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

Assistant Cost Manager This leading consultancy works very closely with BAA. You will be working on the T5 Terminal and Satellite Building Fit Out (value £200M). As an Assistant QS, you will assist the senior cost managers across a range of projects from procurement to final account. This role will offer you exposure to a high profile client and various aspects of the core QS skills set. You will need 2 years solid PQS experience. MRICS preferred or working towards APC and experience of major Capital projects. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

Cost Managers - Commercial, Health and Residential Sectors - London Qualified Surveyor required to join one of our main clients commercial teams with the opportunity to become part of a growing and successful business which offers a variety of career paths to the highest levels within their business and the profession. You will join a hardworking medium sized professional team whose current portfolio of projects values up to £1Billion. A minimum of 1 years post qualification experience is essential for this role. Phone Jen Davey on 0944 207 259 8780 or browse to Classifieds for full details.

Project Manager - Pretoria - R300k Neg (All Inclusive) You will have a min of 5 years experience on commercial & retail building projects.- BSc (Building or Construction Management. Contact Phillip at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Contracts Manager - Gauteng - R 350 to 420k neg Site programming, site management, costing. Relevant Diploma or Degree. Contact Rob at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Senior Contracts Manager - Western Cape - Highly Negotiable A minimum of 15 years experience in the management of large commercial building projects. Proven track record.- BSc/BTech/ND Building, Construction Management or Civil Engineering. Contact Mark at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Need construction personnel? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Classifieds section on the ASAQS website - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts submitted to the Classifieds are also included in this newsletter. If you prefer using an employment consultancy we recommend you contact PCS-SA on +27(11)789 3337. If you wish to relocate overseas we recommend you contact the Hays Property & Surveying division.

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RETAIL ROUNDUP BUSINESS INCENTIVES Tax Incentives New R450m shopping centre for Mpumalanga Research and development incentives Construction of the new R450-million, 40,000 square metre regional shopping centre on a 19 hectare Competitive enhancement incentives site adjacent to The Ridge Casino in Emahlaleni (Witbank) has commenced. The mall is set to open in Export incentives April 2007. Industrial financing (©www.eprop.co.za) Industrial participation Social responsibility Nedbank sub-leases V&A Waterfront office building Nedbank, one of SA's top-four commercial banks, has succeeded in sub-letting 8,500 square metres of FREE CONTRACTS office space in its building at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town to shipping group Safmarine, after nine Domestic Employment months of negotiations. Offer to purchase (©www.eprop.co.za) Lease agreement Edcon sales in December quarter up 21% Loan agreement A jump in consumer spending lifted South African fashion retailer Edcon's sales for the quarter ending Agreement of sale December by 21% compared to the previous year, the firm said yesterday. Will (©www.engineeringnews.co.za) An Agreement giving General Power of Attorney KWIKfeas facilitates the preparation of financial feasibility studies for property developments. The application dramatically reduces the time Contract for Housing and Minor required in preparing, assessing or fine-tuning the feasibility of a new development and offers a professional presentation incorporating cash flows, graphs and reports presented in a format which can be modified to suit your image and needs. This product is an invaluable tool for Works property developers, financial institutions, quantity surveyors, architects, project managers, property administrators and agents. view brochure

Resilient buys Highveld Mall for R270m Resilient Property Income Fund has agreed to acquire Highveld Mall, a retail centre in Witbank that is file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News now under construction, for 270 million rand. (©www.eprop.co.za)

R150m mall to be built in Butterworth A black Economic Empowerment consortium is investing R150 million in a shopping complex for Butterworth and its neighbouring villages. (©www.eprop.co.za)

Record global spend on Visa Visa International has reported record spending worldwide over the festive season, an increase of 13% to $291bn. (©www.fin24.co.za)

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NEWSFLASHES FOR ARCHITECTS THE ASAQS WEBSHOP Please note that the ASAQS Invisible Houses webshop is back on line for all your What would a city zoning board say about an innovative building like the Farnsworth House or the Jørn document requirements. Utzon House ? Getting approval from picky planners can be tough, so some architects are learning to hide their most original work. According to Britain's Arts Telegraph , "The craftiest modern architects are becoming masters of the invisible house." Full story: Look - It's the Invisible House! (©about.architecture.com)

Is There Hope for New Orleans?

My favorite architecture writer of all times, Witold Rybczynski, has a gloomy prognosis for reconstruction in New Orleans. "A city that is unable to decide where to temporarily house its own refugees is unlikely to grapple successfully with the more complex question of exactly how to rebuild," he writes in Slate magazine.

After Katrina What is going on in New Orleans? , by Witold Rybczynski 8 Ways to Rebuild New Orleans , from About.com Levees and Flood Control

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The Department of Education ( Gauteng ) would like to invite members to register as consultants on the file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News Panel of Approved Service Providers. Copies of these application forms are available from the PIA office.

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EMPLOYMENT CORNER

Architectural Technologist/Draftsperson needed Qualified draftsperson needed. Must be Archicad literate and be abe to do full architectural drawings. Browse to Classifieds for full details.

Architects - Gauteng - R250k neg B.Arch with up to 6 yrs exp on commercial and retail buildings. Contact Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Architectural Technician - Gauteng - R10-16k per month ND Arch with 5 yrs exp on commercial & residential projects. Contact Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Architectural Technologist - Gauteng - R10-15k per month ND Architectural Technology with 3 to 5 yrs exp on building & residential projects. Contact Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Need architectural personnel? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Classifieds section on the ASAQS website - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts submitted to the Classifieds are also included in this newsletter. If you prefer using an employment consultancy we recommend you contact PCS-SA on +27(11)789 3337. If you wish to relocate overseas we recommend you contact the Hays Property & Surveying division.

Thanks to the PIA for some of the information published in this section - drop them a note at [email protected] A REMINDER OF THE PIA’S OWN WEBSITE FOR INTER-MEMBER COMMUNICATIONS, FORUMS, DISCUSSIONS, ETC. www.pia.org.za

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Senior Project Manager An exciting role for a dynamic PM to join one of our client’s growing London teams. You will not only drive high levels of Project Management Service Delivery but also responsible for the management of a number of commissions. The projects include large residential schemes, mixed use & private healthcare. You will be a Qualified Professional, from a QS (RICS), Building Surveying, Construction Management with 8 + years experience preferred. Experience of large-scale projects essential. Phone Jen Davey of Hays Property and Surveying on 0944 207 259 8780 or browse to Classifieds for full details.

Project Manager - Gauteng - Negotiable The successful applicant would have solid track record in the consulting industry and would have a excellent knowledge of Section 4 of the Occupational health and safety act and must be able to manage this Key program nation wide.- BSc,BTech (Civil) and required Occupational health and safety courses. Contact Manny at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Senior Project Manager - North West Province - R320 - 370k p.a. Knowledge and understanding of: Public Finance Management Act, the OH S Act, Building Regulations, Environment Conservation Act, as well as the Government Procurement System. Degree or Diploma in any of the built environment, Must be registered as a professional Project / Construction Manager. Contact Larissa at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Project Manager - North West Province - 170 - 200k p.a. Knowledge and understanding of: Public Finance Management Act, the OH S Act, Building Regulations, Environment Conservation Act, as well as the Government Procurement System. Engineering: Degree or Diploma in any of the built environment, must be registered as a professional with a relevant professional body. Contact Larissa at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Project Manager - Dubai - Salary negotiable Must have good strong personality. Must be able to work alone and carry a large work force on his/her own. B.Tech, B.Arch,Eng. Contact Belinda at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337 file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News Need project managers? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Classifieds section on the ASAQS website - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts for Project Managers submitted to the Classifieds are also included in this newsletter. If you prefer using an employment consultancy we recommend you contact PCS-SA on +27(11)789 3337. If you wish to relocate overseas we recommend you contact the Hays Property & Surveying division.

VISIT SACPCMP SACPCMP was established to provide for statutory professional certification, registration and regulation of Project and Construction Management Professions in order to protect public interest and advance construction and project management education. To visit the The South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions.... click here

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ENGINEERING NEWS

Construction industry urged to double output Given the construction boom expected to come in the wake of the 2010 soccer World Cup, Department of Public Works COO Sean Phillips said in early December that the construction industry would have to double its output over the next ten years in order to meet demand. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

R400 000 contract aids job creation A trust established for the 360 families which were relocated from the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) site to Wells Estate in Port Elizabeth in 2001, has started facilitating job-creation opportunities for members of the relocated families. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Rail and port expansion to boost iron-ore exports The expansion and refurbishment of the 861-km-long rail line from Sishen to Saldanha and refurbishment and expansion of the iron-export facility at South Africa’s deepest port, Saldanha, is file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News currently under way to cater for increased volumes of iron-ore exports through the Sishen-Saldanha export channel. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

One down, two to go Civil engineering and building contractor Newport Construc- tion has completed the first of its three projects for the Coega industrial development zone (IDZ). The expanded and rehabilitated N2 freeway, which the company’s MD Paul Walker says has put the company on the map, was opened to traffic according to schedule last month. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

ENGPlus is a groundbreaking Engineering Measurement software package which offers a complete software solution for Engineering Schedules of Quantities. It is fully multi-user over a network and is based on a relational database management system. A full User Profile (setup by the user) is included so that any User's access to functions may be permitted or restricted. Generally ENGPlus 2001 follows the same fundamentals as QSPlus 2001.

Protecting nature The sensitivity of the receiving environment for the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), com- prising a variety of delicate wet- lands and pockets of rare or endemic vegetation along the coastal zone, has been the moti- vation for an inspiring project, which hopes to rescue the indi-genous flora and fauna situated within the area scheduled for the development of the Coega harbour. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Work beginning to flow for R1,6bn water project The diversion of the Berg river into a diversion conduit, a momentous occasion that signified the first milestone in the project’s construction, took place on November 24. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

Biggest port in Southern Hemisphere receives major facelift Since the inception of South Africa’s first ever democratic government just over a decade ago, the favourable political climate created has led to major growth in the country’s economy. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

EMPLOYMENT CORNER

Senior Structural Engineer - Johannesburg - Negotiable The successful applicant will be required to function as a Senior Structural Engineer and will be responsible for the Design and Project Management of his Projects. MSc-BSc Civil. Contact Manny at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Intermediate/Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor M&E QS required to work closely with the project controls team to assist in the development of integrated time & cost plans in order to measure & manage performance. As well as preparation of monthly reports, management of incentive schemes & production of board papers and financial approvals. You will provide support in the management & delivery of the projects risks & opportunity registers and manage the cost reimbursable accounts. MRICS preferred & 4 years post graduate experience essential. Phone Jen Davey of Hays Property and Surveying on 0944 207 259 8780 or browse to Classifieds for full details. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News Office Manager - Western Cape - R350k Negotiable (all inclusive) You will have had at least 10+ years experience in working for Consulting Engineers in the area of Infrastructure for Township Development. BSc or BTech (Civil), PrEng or PrTech Eng. Contact Phillip at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337

Need engineers? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Classifieds section on the ASAQS website - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts for Engineers submitted to the Classifieds are also included in this newsletter. If you prefer using an employment consultancy we recommend you contact PCS-SA on +27(11)789 3337. If you wish to relocate overseas we recommend you contact the Hays Property & Surveying division.

From the Safcec newsletter:

Kwa-Zulu Natal News Wage Negotiations - Mandating Meeting 23rd January 2006. Members are reminded to attend this important meeting to be held in our offices (40 Essex Terrace, Westville) at 14h00. Hennie Botha of Group Five will Chair the meeting with Muller Uys in attendance.

DOT KZN - Construction Management Training for Engineers and Technicians. At a meeting on the 11th Jan with Dr Simon Oloo and Janet Blunt of the DOT Technical Training (T2) it was agreed that SAFCEC and CIETS would proceed with training.

SAFCEC Economic Affairs Transformation and Black Economic Empowerment in Construction. We have been keeping you up to date on progress with the whole issue of transformation and the writing of a Charter for construction.

SAFCEC Safety May I extend my sincere wish for a Safe and compliant year ahead. I hereby appeal to you to forward the names of all Safety Practitioners and those individuals who have been assigned by the company to “LOOK” after Safety’s contact details to me, in order to have contact with them and they with their colleagues in the Federation through a contact list that SAFCEC’s Safety Department will collate and distribute.

CNCI Education Programme Attached please see the 2006 education programme for information.

VISIT SAFCEC Sixty three years constitute two generations. The South African Federation of Civil Engineering Contractors has celebrated over sixty years of being the "midwife" of the development of South Africa. Its members were intimately involved in the creation of the infrastructure that became the envy of our continent. In the same spirit, SAFCEC has prepared itself for the challenges awaiting us in the new millennium. To catch up on the latest news click here

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NEWS FROM AFRICA VIRUS OR HOAX? In case you ever receive an e-mail containing a virus warning please check carefully whether it Botswana is Africa’s freest economy refers to a real virus or a hoax. Usually e-mail BOTSWANA has been described as Africa’s freest economy by the Index of Economic Freedom warnings encouraging you to forward the information to all and sundry are hoaxes. You published by the Heritage Foundation in collaboration with Wall Street Journal, reports Andnetwork.com. can make sure by visiting the Virus or Hoax? (©www.businessday.co.za) web site or by visiting the hoax list on Symantec

Zimbabweans in uranium venture talks Be an informed Internet user and check the facts Zimbabwean small-scale miners were in talks with foreign investors to jointly exploit uranium deposits in before forwarding an e-mail hoax to others! the Zambezi valley, the Chronicle newspaper said this week, citing Zimbabwe Miners' Federation If you suspect that you have opened an e-mail president George Kawonza. containing a virus visit the virus information (©www.busrep.co.za) section on Virus or Hoax? The site also links to free virus-removal programs.

Consortium plans Botswana-Namibia coal rail link You can also try the BitDefender online virus A group of coal mining companies and Germany's Siemens plans to build a railway linking Botswana scanner and Namibia at a cost of about $1-billion, a Namibian firm in the consortium said yesterday. FREE ANTI-VIRUS (©www.miningweekly.co.za) Free Anti-Virus Protection! Use our unique offer - AVG 6.0 Free Edition. Bateman awarded stake in $200m Zambian copper project Download, install and use AVG 6.0 Anti-Virus Project house Bateman has announced that it has been awarded a mining engineering contract in joint system to reliably protect your computer and data free of charge. Go to Free Download Page venture with Ausenco, an Australian based engineering group by Equinox Minerals. to get more information. (©www.miningweekly.co.za) PC PITSTOP Drilling starts at Mozambique project At PC Pitstop they will help you get your PC in AIM-listed and African-based gold exploration company Pan African Resources has announced the start top form -- running fast, stable and secure. PC Pitstop runs diagnostics on your PC to identify of a 1 000 m drilling programme at its Manica project in Mozambique. things that might help improve performance. (©www.miningweekly.co.za) Visit PC Pitstop - it's free.

Twin attacks cut Nigerian oil output by 10% Twin attacks on Royal Dutch Shell oil facilities in Nigeria cut output from the world's eighth largest exporter by 10%, authorities said yesterday. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)

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MINING NEWS GET ACROBAT READER

Hedge funds drive platinum to 25-year high You will require the FREE Acrobat reader to Platinum rose to the highest level since 1980 in London as hedge funds and other speculators bought enable you to read reports in this newsletter the metal on expectations a supply squeeze will ensure returns that are better than those on stocks and published in .PDF format bonds. (©www.busrep.co.za)

Gold Fields sweetens offer for Bolivar to $360m Gold Fields increased its offer for Bolivar Gold from $330 million (R2 billion) to $360 million yesterday, admitting the need to improve its offer after it became clear it was unlikely to get the acceptances it needed in order for it to get enough shareholder support for the deal at today's meeting. (©www.busrep.co.za)

Diamonds are forever profitable for De Beers Atsuko Tamura hopes her husband splurges on a ´1.3 million (R69 360) De Beers flower-shaped Cocktail Fizz diamond ring for their 15th wedding anniversary. (©www.busrep.co.za)

Mining production takes a dip, says Stats SA PLATINUM group metals production fell in the three months to November, dragging down total mining production figures, according to the latest data from Stats SA. (©www.businessday.co.za)

Yet more mining firms prepare to list on JSE South Africa's bourse saw 'huge growth' in listings of mining firms last year, according to business development manager Noah Greenhill. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)

Elandsrand – a mine for the future In its Elandsrand operation, Harmony has taken two mines disposed of by two of South Africa’s major mining houses, and turned them into a long-life high-value operation. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)

South Africa's largest black-owned company under construction The combined market capitalisations of Kumba Resources and Mittal Steel, the two companies that were unbundled out of the old Iscor in 2001, have since octupled to some R60-billion in four years. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)

Projects, east, west and north The world’s largest platinum-miner, Anglo Platinum, is in the process of executing ten replacement and expansion projects at a capital cost of close to R9-billion. (©www.miningweekly.co.za) file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News Platinum project clears the halfway mark The end of this month brings in a surprising overall progress of 55% on the Two Rivers platinum project, with the confirmation that design works are now 80% complete and the site-construction completion is a little over 30%, Mining Weekly can report. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)

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NEWS FOR ESTATE AGENTS AND HOME OWNERS THE AGENTS' TOOLKIT Property Research The missing middle Investments & Personal Finance THE price of an average house is now two-and-a-half times what it was five years ago. So when Research surveys show growth in house prices has slowed to a mere 20% or so over the past year, it’s hardly Quarterly Economic Perspective cause for wailing and gnashing of teeth. Indeed, such growth off an already high base is fairly Bond Repayment Calculator spectacular. And property economists predict prices could climb a further 10%-15% in the current year. Selected Repayment (©www.businessday.co.za) Affordability - “What loan amount do I qualify for? KZN Coastal Report – Amanzimtoti Bond Term - “How soon can I pay Gauteng company staff transfers, unabated interest in purchasing among blue collar workers and off my Loan? demand for rented accommodation provided the core business activity for Amanzimtoti’s estate agents Monthly Repayment - How much over the festive season. is my monthly repayment? (©www.rodneyhayter.com) Bond Costs - How much will my Appeal court rules that banks may attach and sell homes to recover debts bond cost be? Commercial banks achieved a victory in their continued struggle against bond payment defaulters. In a Additional Payment - What unanimous ruling by the five appeal court judges, who pronounced this to be a test case, the banks happens if I pay extra each were given the green light for sales in execution of defaulted payers' homes. month? (©www.property24.com) Multiple Payments - What happens if I pay more than once Just look who's buying farms these days per month? Commercial farmers are being blamed by politicians and the landless alike for supposedly inflating the Estimated Building Replacement prices of farms in an attempt to counter land reforms. However, real estate agents have a different view. Cost

(©www.property24.com) Buying a home - step by step guide - step by step guide Holiday shopping much quieter than last year Selling a home Following a much quieter market this year compared to that of last year, several real estate agents' optimistic expectation that buyers from the interior would do their "Christmas shopping" in coastal towns, failed to materialise. (©www.property24.com) BUILDING TERMS file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News Estate agents urged to ‘sell SA first’ Don't know your architraves from your BULGARIA, which has an antiquated deeds system and an unsophisticated property market, is dados? Don't know your flaunchings attracting far more English and Irish property investors than SA, which has a first-world deeds system from your transoms? and property market. GET TO GRIPS WITH BUILDING (©www.businessday.co.za) TERMS Affordable homes for Grahamstown GRAHAMSTOWN, home to Rhodes University, will be getting a new, affordable, freehold residential PROPERTY NEWS development, called King’s Manor. (©www.businessday.co.za)

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House price growth in December down by 1% According to the December Absa House Price Index released on Wednesday, nominal house price growth declined to 14.7% y/y in December from 15.7% y/y in November and down sharply from 30.8% y/y in January. (©www.property24.com) Read the latest YDL newsletter by The crisis that isn't clicking on their logo Estate agents will have to work harder to keep their jobs next year, as the property market settles down after six years of booming growth. (©www.financialmail.co.za)

Body corporates face clampdown A new protection mechanism has recently come into effect that has far-reaching consequences for sectional title owners. The Act offers protection with regard to poor debt management by the body corporate to sectional title owners who are members of the unit's body corporate. (©www.property24.com)

KZN Coastal Report – Simbithi Simbithi Eco-Estate has reported a bumper festive season with sales of 31 stands at a combined value of R232-million in the fast developing giant eco estate just north of Ballito on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)

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SA housing prices to see 12-15% growth 2006: FNB South Africa's residential house prices should see a deceleration in growth to between 12% and 15% in 2006, from an estimated 20% in 2005, according to new FNB property economist John Loos. (©www.property24.com) file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News Urban renewal gets a boost in Braamfontein Liberty Properties will provide further momentum to the urban renewal initiatives in Braamfontein by turning residential units in its Rennies Building into sectional title units. (©www.property24.com)

Agency records R360m 14-day sales burst in Umhlanga Ballito’s Realty1 Parsons in Ballito has started 2006 on a high note by being awarded the sole selling mandate to market the recently announced R605 million Marriott / Notae Resorts development in Umhlanga on the KwaZulu-Natal north coast. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)

Get Your Own Farmstead In Vredenburg Considered the business nerve centre of the West Coast, Vredenburg is usually also regarded as a springboard to other coastal towns - but now there is a growing demand for stands and smallholdings and residential homes in the immediate area. (©www.property24.com)

R100m Project To Produce Innovative Housing System A German consortium has been given the go ahead for an innovative industrially produced housing system. Total investment in the project is expected to be around R100m. (©www.property24.com)

With the intended purpose of "housing the nations", moladi embarked on an endeavour to develop a system to construct durable structures of quality in the shortest possible time.

SA spent R1bn on land restitution in 2004/05 The South African Land Affairs department has reported that it spent 1.017 billion on land restitution in 2004/05, up from 727 million rand in 2003/04. (©www.property24.com)

Foreign investment in SA properties booming Foreigners are still buying SA properties enthusiastically, but the trend seems to be changing with a large number of sales now being made to South Africans living and working abroad. (©www.property24.com)

Impilo offering affordability to Umhlanga wannabees It’s not often that affordability spearheads the marketing of new projects in Umhlanga, especially in the case of the quality and positioning of the long awaited four-storey Impilo on the town’s last and arguable the finest site in terms of general positioning. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)

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THIS WEEK'S ECONOMIC INDICATORS TAILPIECE

Cow Birth A cattle rancher was in his barn The indicators as on trying to assist one of his cows 14 Jan 2006 14:06 giving birth, when he noticed his 5- This week 9/12/05 year-old son standing pie-eyed, watching the whole event. Rand/$ 6.0400 6.3800 Rand/£ 10.7400 11.1900 The man thought, "Great... he's 5 Rand/€ 7.3400 7.5400 and I'm now going to have to start Gold/oz $556.00 $525.20 explaining the birds and the bees. Gold Mining 2626.62 2453.12 No need to jump the gun - I'll just let JSE All Share 18567.64 17393.99 him ask, and I'll try and answer."

Dollar stronger on trade deficit news When everything was over, the Dad The dollar firmed against the yen on Friday after better-than-expected US trade deficit figures while the strolled over to his son and said, euro was undercut by less hawkish remarks from the ECB. "Well son, do you have any (©www.busrep.co.za) questions?" JSE follows Wall Street weaker THE JSE eased at the opening on Friday, taking its cue from weaker US markets overnight. There was "Well just one, Dad" gasped the lad, also an element of profit taking in stocks such as banks, which have enjoyed a strong run in recent with his eyes still like saucers " Just days. how fast was that calf going when it (©www.businessday.co.za) ran into the cows backside ?"

Rand steady after Thursday’s volatility THE rand was steady against the dollar in early trade on Friday after weakening against the latter late New Years Resolutions You Can yesterday afternoon when the latter was boosted by data which showed that the US trade gap was Actually Keep... narrower-than-expected in November. (©www.businessday.co.za) Are you sick of making the same resolutions year after year and yet Bonds steady in dull trade you never keep them? Here are BONDS were steady in dull early trade on Friday as there were no factors to move the market. In early some resolutions that you can trade, the key six-year R153 bond was at 7,195% from 7,190% at yesterday’s close. actually accomplish! Enjoy! (©www.businessday.co.za) 10. Read less. Gold Report 9. I want to gain weight. Put on at TRADERS said gold continued to show signs of resilience, despite the retreat from just under $550 least 30 pounds. seen earlier. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/140106.htm[2012/10/22 11:52:51] Weekend Property & Construction News 8. Stop exercising. Waste of time. (©www.businessday.co.za) 7. Watch more TV. I've been Platinum nears all-time high missing some good stuff. THE spot price of platinum on Friday afternoon moved close to an all-time high on fund buying of the 6. Procrastinate more. metal due to its tight fundamentals, analysts said. 5. Drink. Drink some more. (©www.businessday.co.za) 4. Start being superstitious. 3. Spend more time at work. KEY ECONOMIC INDICATORS 2. Stop bringing lunch from home: I should eat out more. Economic Data and Forecasts and last but not least... 1. Take up a new habit: maybe Economic data and economic information about South Africa and the region. Market trends, economic smoking! reviews and forecasts. Economic indicators such as interest rates, exchange rates, repo rate, interbank rate, forward rates, monetary aggregates, consumer price index and producer price index.

A summary of data available from various institutions is available on the SA Financial Sector Forum Website at http://www.finforum.co.za/econdata.htm

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