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Quantity Surveying News Construction and Development ASAQS NEWS News Retail Roundup STELLA SIGCAU Newsflashes for Architects Project Management News Thousands of people attended the funeral of the late public works minister, Stella Engineering News Sigcau, at her birthplace of Lusikisiki in Eastern Cape on the 16th May 2006. News for Estate Agents and Home Owners President Thabo Mbeki, cabinet ministers and traditional leaders attended the Latest property news service ahead of a private cremation ceremony attended by the family. ( Click here Business Incentives To subscribe to the Twiice newsletter to read the rest of the report in Business Day ) "Design Despatches" News from Africa please click here. Mining News Stella was born on January 4th, 1937 in Eastern Pondoland as the eldest daughter The Agent's tool kit of Paramount Chief Botha Sigcau, former State President of Transkei. Building Terms She was married to the late Ronald Tshabalala (1962) and had three children, one of whom died under Weekly Economic Indicators tragic circumstances. Key Economic Indicators Stella loved reading and found time to do so even when she became the Minister of Public Works in the Free Contracts South African Government on 17 June 1999. She was an Executive member of the Congress of Tailpiece Traditional Leaders of South Africa (Contralesa), and served as head of its Projects Division. She was also a member of the ANC Women's League (ANCWL) Natal Executive Council and Chairperson of the ANCWL, Transkei.
Stella became Minister of Public Enterprises in the South African Government in 1994, a post she held until 16 June 1999 when she took over as minister of public works.
Subscribe to the Newsletter Stella was a keen promotor of rural development projects and also found time to manage a farm with Update your information mixed agricultural interests.
Speaking at her funeral the President said that he had agreed to relieve her of her duties next month. "I agreed to her requests (which were) moved by the unselfish spirit that informed her decision voluntarily to give up her ministerial position so that a younger person could replace her," said Mr Mbeki. The file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News
President said that Ms Sigcau had hoped to work in rural development when she returned to private life. First Name: The Association of South African Quantity Surveyors wishes to bring tribute to Stella Sigcau and extend Your profession their condolences to her family, friends and colleagues. Other It's an open and shut case...
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Your profession Other THE FIRST BUILT ENVIRONMENT CONFERENCE JOHANNESBURG SOUTH AFRICA 18 - 21 JUNE 2006 Subscribe: The First Built Environment conference provides an international forum for researchers and practitioners Un-subscribe: from developed, developing and underdeveloped nations to address fundamental problems and constraints that affect the Built Environment. The broad objectives of the conference are: Please make sure that you are Now in electronic format and regularly connected to the Internet before you press the GO! button. We value To provide a forum for multi-disciplinary interaction between academics and practitioners; updated. For more information call your subscription. To provide an internationally recognised, accredited conference for the built environment; +27-21-855 2513 or visit our website To disseminate innovative and cutting edge practices, and . To contribute to the built environment body of knowledge (BEBOK).
The organizers aim to bring together researchers, academics, administrators and practitioners representing educational institutions, government agencies, contracting organizations, consulting enterprises, financial institutions, and other construction related organizations from all over the world.
Attached, please find the flyer for the abovementioned conference scheduled for the 18-20 June at the Offering South Africans the best Balalaika Hotel in the heart of Sandton. This conference constitutes a combined Cape Peninsula available solutions since 1929 University of Technology, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University , University of Johannesburg , and University of Witwatersrand intervention to among other, promote research, professionalism, and integration in the built environment. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News
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Please note that the conference is relevant to all built environment disciplines .
Keynote speakers include Mr Sam Amod (SAICE), Ms Jane English (UCT), Dr Rodney Milford (CSIR), and Mr Johan Nel (Grinaker-LTA).
The conference will be followed by a one-day Educators Forum on 21 June .
ICIS INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS - DURBAN 10 - 14 JUNE 2006
Members will be aware that the CCN venture (previously known as ProSpect) is a member of the "International Construction Information Society" (ICIS), and has been for over a year or so. The ICIS annual international congress will be hosted this year by CCN in Durban from 10 - 14 June 2006. Arrangements are well progressed and Mark Grant is mainly driving it locally from Durban. We are expecting around 40 delegates to attend and the ASAQS will be represented by at least Prof Tinus Maritz and Egon Wortmann.
The draft agenda and delegates brochure can be obtained by clicking here. More information should be available on the ASAQS website soon.
Readers who are interested in attending the congress or require more information should contact Mr Mark Grant on +27 (31) 563 6952
CLASSIFIEDS
Quantity Surveyor (Eastern Cape) A dynamic & expanding PQS Firm is urgently looking for a B.Tech or B.Sc Quantity Surveyor with 6 to 10 years of building experience, you will need to work in their Eastern Cape office and if you want you can be relocated to Gauteng after one year or stay in the Eastern Cape. The suitable applicant will really need to be able to handle and take responsibility. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
QS Countrywide Vacancies QS surveyors country-wide. Must have at least 2 years (after qualification) experience. (Pref not on- site). A few positions available. Salary negotiable. Large international concern. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
PrQS in PE National Dept. of Public Works needs a Professional Registered Chief Quantity Surveyor in their Port Elizabeth Regional Office. Closing date 12 June 2006. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Registered Quantity Surveyor (Jhb) A very stable PQS Firm with international exposure urgently seeks a PrQS with 3 – 5 years experience. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News
Experience can be gained from building and or residential projects. You must have a good understanding of all the various functions of a professional office. Long-term career with great growth opportunities. B.Tech or B.Sc Quantity Surveying with good company benefits. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
QUANTITY SURVEYOR NEEDED Centurion Construction Company in Centurion is looking for a full time qualified QS, with at least 2-3 years experience in the trade, can start immediately, package negotiable. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
QUANTITY SURVEYOR NEEDED Halfday position available for QS at Construction Company in Centurion, experience a must. Package Negotiable. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
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.
Quantity Surveyor Needed : Centurion Construction Company in Centurion is looking for a full time qualified QS, with at least 2-3 years experience in the trade, can start immediately, package negotiable. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Quantity Surveyor Needed Halfday position available for QS at Construction Company in Centurion, experience a must. Package negotiable. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
QS - Middle Management East London Based PQS firm is looking for a senior a Quantity Surveyor with a BSc Qualification, ONLY. This is due to the fact that the candidate must already be professionally registered, or in the process of registering professionally. No exceptions. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Senior QS Pretoria Large, internationally based, stable engineering firm is looking for a Professional QS with CIVIL Engineering and Building Industry experience. Main area of expertise lies in design, construction, and supervision of storm water, structures, roads, water and sewerage works, building etc. Good computer skills required and must be able to travel from time to time to international sites. Salaries are extremely competitive. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Quantity Surveyors Ireland, Dublin based office needs three QS's with 2 plus ears experience - will develop. Join fellow SA's in office. Projects high rise commerical/industiral and residential apartments. Superb opportunity. Earn Euros 30/55,000 p.a. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
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A very well established PQS Firm is looking for a PrQS with 3 to 5 years experience. Must have a stable track record and experience must be on building projects. This is a solid long-term career move for the right individual. Excellent exposure to large prestigious projects. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
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What you get : Quantity Surveyor - Gauteng - Negotiable A firm based in Gauteng is looking for a Quantity Surveyor for their North Riding office. This person 3x Banner adverts on the must be able to do the work without supervision and have at least 2 years experience in the industrial ASAQS website (450,00 building industry. Must have a BS.c or B.Tech. Contact Werner at Professional Career Services (PCS), hits/month!) Tel: +27 11 789 3337. A Mini-ad on the ASAQS website and on the Weekend Quantity Surveyor - Harrismith - Negotiable Property and Construction A PQS firm in Harrismith looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team. You must have a B.Tech or News (3,000+ subscribers) B.Sc and a minimum of 3-10 years of experience in a PQS office. Preferably be registered or near Preferential exposure of your registration. B.Tech or B. Contact Werner at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337. products and services Quantity Surveyor - Dubai - Negotiable Targeted marketing at only International Cost Consultants are urgently looking for skilled individuals that have over 3 years R425.00 (exclusive) per experience on infrastructure, roads, and services projects. Relevant Degree or Diploma. Contact Rob at month Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337. Don't wait, we only have a limited Need quantity surveying personnel? The best way to advertise your vacancies are in the Classifieds number of slots left. Click here to section on the ASAQS website - it's absolutely FREE! Adverts submitted to the Classifieds are also download the sponsorship form or included in this newsletter. If you prefer using an employment consultancy we recommend you contact contact Bert van den Heever the PCS-SA on +27(11)789 3337. If you wish to relocate overseas we recommend you contact the Hays ASAQS Webmaster Property & Surveying division.
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Date : 01 June 2006 Event: The Annual Top Safety In The Workplace Conference Time: 7:15 AM - 4:30 PM Information: The Annual Top Safety in the Workplace Conference will address safety issues pertinent to this field including the physical working environment as well as the environment at large. Contact: Debra Bender - Overmeyer [email protected] 083 485 8015
Date : 03 June2006 Event: International Interim Cost Consultant file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Information: Be Professional. You can be a Certified Interim Cost Consultant by end of December 2006. Just do it!!! Contact: Marié Voogt [email protected] (011) 478 1540
Date : 05 June 2006 Event: Time Management-Seize the Day! Time: 8:15 AM - 4:30 PM Information: This course will be held at the Centurion Lake Hotel, Centurion on the 05 June 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:
Malikhanye Mduba - Turner and Townsend Theo Switala - G D Irons Construction (Pty) Ltd Rudi Prinsloo - Afriq-QS James Scott - Ray Scott Douglas Makhubele - Kirchmann Hurry
The following persons were also granted CUG access:
Messrs: Koch, Bayat, Gebhardt, Cronje, Lawrence, Trapps, Libetwa, Kgorane and Langenhoven.
Their applications were not done through the website and we therefor do not have their details for publication.
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
Building on a strong base With confidence in the construction and building sector on a high, and the nightmare of the industry's 15-year recession a fading memory, investors can look forward to some action. (©www.financialmail.co.za)
Creative roads to empowerment WITH listed property prices having had such a strong run over the past few years, JSE-listed property companies wanting to broker empowerment deals have to put on their thinking caps. (©www.businessday.co.za)
CT 2010 stadium 'ok' Central government did not expect a problem with the building of a stadium in Cape Town for the 2010 Soccer World Cup which would be suitable for a semi-final match, says South African Sport and Recreation deputy Minister Gert Oosthuizen. (©www.property24.co.za)
Problems in paradise? Development activity along the KwaZulu-Natal south coast appears as though it will bring substantial growth and added value to the region and specific areas in particular. However, it is still not without its shortfalls. (©www.businessday.co.za)
The buying is easy Forty-year-old bank executive Phumi Buthelezi (not her real name) has bought land at Blue Valley golf estate in Midrand. She is paying a big price for realising a dream. (©www.financialmail.co.za)
Creation of great city park in Sandton proposed A CITY park, involving investment of at least a R1bn, is on the cards for the heart of Sandton. The Sandton Chronicle reported last week that 26ha of council-owned open land in Parkmore, Sandton, file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News including the Field and Study Recreation Centre, had been earmarked for urban development “incorporating a great city park”. (©www.businessday.co.za)
On the rise THE revival of Woodstock, a somewhat rundown suburb to the east of the city of Cape Town, is on the go, with its improvement district status approved by the City of Cape Town. (©www.businessday.co.za)
'More Gautrains in future' The Gauteng provincial government says more rapid rail train projects will be built in the future and that the Gautrain will benefit all the people of Gauteng. (©www.fin24.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
A milestone for Muizenberg THERE has been much market talk recently about the emerging Muizenberg property market in False Bay, Western Cape. Some have predicted it will become SA’s next hot spot due to its relative affordability and the complete overhaul of the area which is under way. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Grapnel to sell Sycom interest to Parkdev Grapnel Property Group will dispose of its interests in management company Sycom Property Fund Managers to Parkdev for an undisclosed sum. (©www.eprop.co.za)
Colosseum office suites snapped up THE entire office component in the first phase of the R300m Colosseum, a 17000m² mixed-use development being built on a site at Century City in Cape Town, has been sold out seven months ahead of completion. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Building plans passed up 31.3% The value of recorded building plans passed by larger municipalities (at current prices) during the first three months of 2006 increased by 31.3% compared with the first three months of 2005, Stats SA said. (©www.eprop.co.za)
Sycom Property Fund achieves total returns of 47,44% Sycom Property Fund achieved total returns of 47,44% for the financial year ended 31 March 2006. In line with Sycom’s forecast, distribution growth of 5,1% was achieved over the prior year, with distributable earnings amounting to 116,53 cents per unit. (©www.eprop.co.za)
Worcester a hive of development The Western Cape Boland town of Worcester is currently a hive of development activity. So much so that an international property group has opened an office in the region. (©www.property24.co.za) file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News 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.
ApexHi's move to sell office buildings on auction pays off Listed property loan stock company ApexHi Properties said on Tuesday that it had sold six Gauteng office buildings on auction for a total of R25m, a handsome profit of more than R7m compared with book value. (©www.eprop.co.za)
Madison listing to spur mergers THE listing of SA’s largest property asset manager, Madison, on the JSE main board towards the end of this month is expected to spark further corporate activity in the listed property sector in the form of mergers and acquisitions. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Stands going at Cedarberg retreat A private Cedarberg mountain retreat is offering a limited number of stands in an area characterized by unique rock formations and a rugged natural beauty. (©www.property24.co.za)
The other half THE upper south coast is the area closer to Durban than Uvongo and Margate, including areas such as Hibberdene and Port Shepstone. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Caprivi Strip takes captives WHILE memories of Caprivi may remain painful for many South Africans, this once war-torn, now peaceful strip is taking captives of a different sort, and taking them in increasing numbers. (©www.businessday.co.za)
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Residents upset at delays in opening of museum The Red Location community in Port Elizabeth's New Brighton is upset about the delay of the official opening of the R50-million museum. (©www.eprop.co.za)
Commercial properties keep the auctioneer satisfied WHATEVER else Aucor’s multi-property auction achieved on Tuesday, it did provide evidence that the commercial property market is being sustained at current levels. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Own a piece of Durban’s history LOCATED at the entrance to the busiest port in Africa, the Durban Point Waterfront is one of South Africa’s most significant and exciting property development and investment projects. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Emotional intelligence A SNIPPET taken from Wendy Machanik Properties’ website says that it is important to study the market when buying a property and gain market intelligence before making an investment decision. (©www.businessday.co.za) file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News
Kloofendal is given a facelift As part of City Parks's aim to transform all Joburg's green lungs into safe leisure areas, work is continuing on upgrades at Kloofendal Nature Reserve. (©www.property24.com)
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Limpopo agri projects collapse Up to now, close to 300 families have withdrawn from 16 agricultural projects in Limpopo. This follows after the beneficiaries of around 71 failed projects have been granted the opportunity to have themselves deregistered voluntarily. (©www.property24.com)
Basil Read BEE betrayed? Basil Read's BEE partner Metallon is trading out of shares that were acquired from Bouygues Travaux Publics. After funding costs it's likely Mzi Khumalo will walk away with R40-million. (©www.eprop.co.za)
Now mid-range earners get housing help GAUTENG launched a public-private partnership yesterday that will provide funding for middle- to low- income earners wanting to settle in the new Cosmo City housing initiative near Kya Sand. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Park Towers building to go under hammer A prime central property that has been standing empty for some time will be auctioned next week. The Park Towers building in Rink Street is currently owned by the Echo Foundation, but no details could be given as to why the building is to be sold. (©www.eprop.co.za)
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King's Reach complex sold Capital & Counties, a subsidiary of Liberty International, has disposed of its interest in the King's Reach complex on London's Southbank. (©www.eprop.co.za)
Ambit reports 6,9% unit growth on low vacancies Listed property loan stock company Ambit Properties on Thursday reported distribution growth of 6,9% to 14c a unit for the six months to March, compared with the same period last year. (©www.eprop.co.za)
Parents paying top dollar for student housing in Cape Town Property prices in suburbs close to the campus of the University of Cape Town such as Mowbray, Rosebank and Rondebosch are being underpinned by parents buying off-campus accommodation for students. (©www.rodneyhayter.com) file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News Growth in Pretoria student market Strong demand for student housing is spurring new development around the University of Pretoria and prices have grown on average 20 percent in the past year. (©www.property24.co.za)
Reinvent your offices…on a budget n a 2003 survey by Management Today magazine, 94% of those responding said they regarded their place of work as a symbol of how much their employer valued them. But only 39% thought that their offices had been designed “with people in mind”, and in another study almost one third said they were too ashamed of their offices to bring back colleagues or clients… (©www.eprop.co.za)
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Total Station Land Surveyor CTS Group of companies are urgently looking for the above person, for a contract in the Northern Cape. Immediate start. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Planner Major construction company seeking Planner in Cape Town. Strong project planning experience on major building projects essential. BSc / BTech in Construction Management or QS with at least 10 years relevant contracting experience and having programmed building contracts bigger than R50 million. CCS essential. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Commercial Manager Required for prestigous project in Abu Dhabi city. Join a vibrant expanding company with more than $US 800 million on the books as a senior member of staff. Succesful candidate is likely to be 40+ and have experience with FIDIC 1999. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Project Staff Construction Managers, Project Managers, Contract Managers, HSE managers, QA/QC Managers, Commissioning Managers, QS's, etc. required for oil and gas projects in UAE (Sharjah and Qatar). Must have CIRCA 10 years experience in Petrochem Construction and have professional qualifications. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Contracts Manager Medium sized building company in the southern suburbs of CT has outstanding opportunity for individual with construction management / building experience. Core responsibilities include: running sites, customer liaison, contract control, liaising with sub-contractors. You should also have a valid drivers licence, be able to work under pressure and have supervisory experience. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Contracts Surveyor (Senior) - Indian Ocean Islands QS Degree/Diploma. Snr QS/Commercial man to complete the co’s senior management team. Manage multi cultural QS’s. Top quality systems man, financially astute to ensure projects are brought in file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News profitably. Contractually strong experience with one of the major building contractors. Construction Co has $1b work pa. Projects leisure, incl hotels, commercial & industrial. Only top calibre candidates need apply. Wallstreet International & Local Search & Recruitment Specialists. [email protected]. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Contracts Surveyor - Johannesburg QS Degree/Diploma. Superb opportunity to work as 2 i.c. Use your PQS/Construction experience and financial flair to secure this position. Medium size company busy with ongoing projects. Projects range: commercial/industrial/residential developments up to R50 million. Work your way up the ladder. Wallstreet International & Local Search & Recruitment Specialists Established 1982. Website: wallstreetglobalcareers.com. www.wallstreetpeople.net. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Technician (Industrial/Civil Structures) Must have 5 years experience in concrete detailing using Rebarmate or similar detailing package. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Senior contracts manager - Gauteng -R45,000 to R60,000 package per month A minimum of 15 years experience in managing large commercial building projects. BSc Building,Construction Management or relative degree. Contact Mark at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337.
Construction Planner - Gauteng -R 300 to 400k per annum MS Project & Primavera is a must. ND (built environment) or relevant experience. Contact Rob 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 Mall death may lead to criminal charges Research and development incentives Provincial authorities are investigating charges of negligence relating to the death of an 11-year-old boy Competitive enhancement incentives on the building site of Mdantsane's first full-blown shopping mall. Export incentives (©www.eprop.co.za) Industrial financing Industrial participation Edcon in the swing despite short year FASHION retailer Edgars Consolidated (Edcon) reported a 22% increase in headline earnings to 287c a Social responsibility share and a 20% increase in retail sales to R16,3bn in the financial year to end March, in spite of a FREE CONTRACTS shorter trading period. Domestic Employment (©www.eprop.co.za) Offer to purchase KwaZulu-Natal shopping malls bursting at seams Lease agreement DURBAN — Leading shopping malls in KwaZulu-Natal are enjoying strong trading conditions in the Loan agreement retail sector and occupancy levels are soaring. Agreement of sale (©www.businessday.co.za) Will An Agreement giving General Power Mutiny at the Royal Cape Yacht Club of Attorney Furious members of the Royal Cape Yacht Club have staged a mutiny over plans to renovate their Contract for Housing and Minor smoking bar and open a 350-seater public restaurant. Works (©www.eprop.co.za)
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NEWSFLASHES FOR ARCHITECTS THE ASAQS WEBSHOP Please note that the ASAQS New Shapes for Workspace webshop is back on line for all your Flexible and open plans have been standard in corporate offices for several decades. During this time, document requirements. architects have struggled to design open spaces that still provide private, supportive environments for the workers. (©www.architectureweek.com)
Arc de Triomphe (Paris) - Chalgrin, Blouet file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News (©about.architecture.com)
Design to Survive We are in a race against time. Global warming, caused by a human-made blanket of greenhouse gasses — mainly carbon dioxide — that surrounds the earth and traps in heat, is well underway. If allowed to intensify over the coming years, it will seriously threaten our planet. Unknowingly, we in the architecture, planning, and building community are chiefly responsible for these gasses, and we have a unique and historic opportunity to reverse the warming trend for which we are responsible. Read on... (©www.architectureweek.com)
PIA SNIPPETS
URGENTLY REQUIRED: The PIA requires a new Technologist Committee Member to represent the specific needs of our technologist members. This person would be required to advise on the specific needs of technologists and how to structure their participation within the PIA and Nationally. This person will be co-opted and after a term of office be voted onto the committee. Please contact the PIA office for more details and to forward recommendations. To the golfers - if you have won yet another microwave and it is taking up space in your garage - contact us, the PIA office staff would gladly make use of it. Please note: 24 May 2006 , the PIA office will be closed due to a Regional Workshop taking place. This is of utmost importance to our institute as networking amongst the regions as well as the national institute ensures better service to you all. We hope this will not inconvenience you in any way.
COMPETITIONS: 1st Urban Architecture Contest: Venice 2006 - submission date: 17 July 2006 From April - October 2006, the 1st Urban Architecture Contest "VENICE 2006" will take place. The aim of the contest is to bring the winning architect closer to the possibility that their project becomes part of the valuable studies that a city (in this case, Venice) takes into consideration. ARQUITECTUM, promoting the contest, is the first international institution dedicated to the organisation of architectural contests open to all professionals worldwide. For information regarding submission requirements, prizes and participation prerequisites, please click here: www.arquitectum.com
SOUTHBANK ARCHITECTURAL COMPETITION: The most exiting global design competition ever launched on the African continent. The Challenge - This is one of the most exciting global design competitions ever launched on the African continent. The sponsors, Spier Holdings, are calling on architects and designers to define and apply new spatial approaches to create a community that witll serve as a model for sustainable living. At the core of the competition are universally relevant questions: how can new spaces come into being in a globalizing world that simultaneously acknowledge the creativity of its inhabitants, the abundance and fragility of its natural settings, and the dynamics of urban growth.
Twiice International prides itself on being vastly different, particularly when it comes to service. We are a fast growing and dynamic company, specialising in providing furniture solutions on every scale. Our comprehensive product range and our ability to meet any furniture requirement, has earned us a unique reputation in the southern African market. More... file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News To subscribe to the Twiice newsletter "Design Despatches" please click here.
The PIA is pleased to invite interested parties to attend a not to be missed Breakfast Forum, Entitled
"THE INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE OF COLOR COMMUNICATION FOR ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS"
Presented by LISA TAYLOR; NCS COLOR SYSTEMS. This presentation will take place on Friday 26 May 2006 @ 07:30 for 08:00 - 10:30 at Adler Restaurant, Post-Graduate Center, University of Pretoria. Cost : R 40.00 for members / R 70.00 for non-members of the PIA. RSVP : before 23 May 2006. Telephone 012 341-3204 / 5.
EMPLOYMENT CORNER
MEG ARCHITECTS IN POLOKWANE requires: Registered Architect or Candidate Architect (permanent position) Architectural technologist / draughtsperson (permanent position) Architectural student with experience (temporary position)
Candidates should be CADDIE literate. Salaries negotiable. Applicants are invited to submit their CV's (including references) as soon as possible to MEG Architects. Fax: (015) 296 4359 Telephone: (015) 296 4351 E-mail: [email protected]
Beads Spaceplanning & Interior Design - a division of Boogertman + Partners (Pretoria), is looking for a qualified full time Interior Designer / Spaceplanner with 2 - 5 years experience. Must be CAD literate and have knowledge of Photoshop and other design and office software. Good technical knowledge and presentation techniques required. Phone Gerna: 012 429 7300 / 082 568 4142 or e-mail CV to [email protected]. Salary package negotiable.
ATRIUM ARCHITECTS PRETORIA is looking for a Professional Architect with 5 years experience, and a Senior Technologist with 5 years experience. Please e-mail CV's to [email protected] or fax to 012 460 4059.
CC Architects is looking for young, dynamic architects! If you have CAD proficiency and are interested in being involved in contract administration, please call Gail at 011 787 6125 or Fax details to 011 787 6143.
Architect / Architectural Technologist - Midrand Estates located in the Centurion/Midrand area requires the services of a full time architect or architectural technologist to co-ordinate the Esthetical Committee of this exclusive residential Estate. At least 1000 houses will be constructed within the next three years. Minimum qualifications: B Arch or B Tech with at least five years experience in residential architecture. Please e-mail your CV to [email protected] or fax to 012 661 0451. Enquiries: Willem Zeederberg on 012 661 0456 file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News A Pretoria based civil engineering firm has a vacancy for a draughtsperson or technologist with at least 2 years AutoCAD experience. Experience in civil engineering would be an advantage. Non- smoker. Please contact Jane: 083 288 2585.
The Company Plastic Concepts, situated in the south of Johannesburg, is looking for an industrial designer with experience working with plastic. Deadline for application is 15 May 2006. Please contact Karen Jackson on 0825570947 or at [email protected] for more information.
Phenomenial Archi - Tacts - Requires 2 x Technical persons with expericence working on Autocad / 3d studio Wiz / Coral draw / Sketch - up work. Environment is fairly relaxed, salary is good. Neatness is a prerequiste and preferably female. We are busy with projects ranging from office buildings, shoping centres, schools and security golf estates. This position is available immediately. Please contact Sithiwe at 012 - 427 2231 or e-mail to [email protected]
Architectural diploma Looking for a junior with a certificate or diploma in Architecture or related field for busy design office. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Architectural Technician / Technologist - Gauteng -R13 000 neg. The candidate must have more than 5 years experience with residential, commercial or retail projects. ND / B.Tech Architectural Technology. Contact Belinda at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337.
Architectural Technician / Technologist - Cape Town -R10 000 Neg on exp. Must have more than 5 years experience with commercial and residential projects, on site and in office, must be fluent in Autocad. More design programs a plus. ND / B.Tech Architectural Technology. Contact Belinda at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337.
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Senior Architectural Technologist - Gauteng -R17000 + Neg on exp Must be VERY fluent in Autocad, another design program for presentations is a plus. B.Tech Architectural Technology. Contact Belinda at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337.
Project Architects - Dubai - Very Neg. My client has an office based in Dubai and is currently working on many Leisure projects on Palm Island. He is looking for Project Architects who are strong and have the ability to work on their own and be able to handle a staff content of more than 25 people. Preference will be given to a candidate who has international exposure. Contact Belinda at 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. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT NEWS ProjectPro The Project Management Calendar file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News Multi Project Management (MPM) at Project-based Companies Engineering and construction contractors are typical project-based companies in which project View local and international events on management is undoubtedly a core business competency. Project development with their clients, the project management calendar as securing contracts for, planning, engineering and constructing industrial plants on clients' behalf require listed by ProjectPro. superb project management skills. However, this mandate does not necessarily translate into the fact that contractor organizations are performing satisfactory multi project management (MPM) of projects in their hands. In fact, while managers of projects have a good perspective for single projects, they quite ProjectPro ...linking vision to often lack "helicopter" management capability for project operations of their divisions. If single-project reality management mentality is expanded to managing a group of projects, odds are that managers of Visit ProjectPro® today projects do not do any better than a mere aggregation of project management of individual projects. (©www.pmforum.org)
Difficulties in Selling Project Management to Businesses We are all familiar with the problems of justifying IT project spend because of the notorious difficulties in providing tangible, below the line savings. It is a similar story when trying to sell Project Management to businesses that do not understand the benefits. (©www.pmforum.org)
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Project Manager (Jhb) A well established and expanding firm that operates locally and internationally urgent seeks a strong project manager with 10 years of experience. Experience must be gained from commercial building projects. Project size range from R 50 Million to over 100 Million. This is a long-term career prospect. Degree or Diploma (QS, Building, Construction, Architecture) needed. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Property Developer / Project Manager B Sc QS - Join international developer with own equity to develop in Africa. Must have an amiable personality, able to relate to various cultures and manage upwards. If you have these skills and have a proven track record handling development project management of various buiding projects, we woud love to hear from you. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Project Manager (Planning & Development) Must have a relevant Engineering degree plus 5 years Project Management experience in multi- disciplinary teams. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Project Manager: Residential Property Development Property Development Co requires the services of an AA Project Manager to perform the following: Planning, Design, Feasibilty, maintenance of infrastructure for residential property projects within the prescribed time and fin. constraints. Assume management responsibility for existing & planned residential dev. in order to maximise returns to stakeholders. BSc.or BTech (Civil) or Diploma. eg Property Dev. & Management Dip. Exp land survey, town planning, conveyancing & 5 yrs exp in prop dev. field. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
PROJECT MANAGER; COMMERCIAL PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News Planning, design and feasibility function Project management of infrastructure installation, maintenance and financial management function Customer, local and service authority liaison and communication function. Professional/technical degree/diploma, B.Sc Eng (Civil) Familiarity with land survey, conveyancing and town planning Minimum five years experience in property development field, encompassing facets of management, finance and construction. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - JOHANNESBURG Senior Project Manager in the National Department of Public Works - Johannesburg Regional Office. Professional registration as a Pr.CPM with the SACPCMP and 5 years experience. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Project Manager - Eastern Cape - Highly Negotiable Package This is for a well known and reputable International Firm of Consulting Engineers & Project Managers. BSc or BTech (Civil or Building) Contact Philip at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337.
Senior Contracts Manager - Cape Town -R300k - R400k A minimum of 10 years experience. Advantage if you have Site Agent experience. Must have good Technical Knowledge. Contact Grant De Jongh on 021 914 5115 at Professional Career Services (PCS).
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.
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
Brand-new Orlando stadium to rise from the ashes of the old icon In about a week’s time the City of Johannesburg will issue a call for tenders for the construction of the new, 40 000-seat, Orlando Stadium in Soweto. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)
R2bn mini coal-corridor project on track State-owned enterprises Eskom and Transnet are close to concluding a deal for the construction of a dedicated railway spur from Ermelo, in Mpumalanga, to the Majuba power station in Kwazulu-Natal. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)
R52m claim lodged against the builders of new Sandton tower The contractor on the Michelangelo Towers, Group Five/Stocks Building Africa, a 50/50 joint venture, has been issued with a summons for alleged failure to meet the project’s completion date. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)
Project Alpha, Project Hotel - latest code-named new-builds to emerge into construction phase Get used to the use of code names for Eskom’s new-build programme. Of the two latest new-build power projects to emerge from Eskom’s 34-project funnel into construction mode, one is code-named Project Alpha and the other by the even-more intriguing Project Hotel. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)
Forest-products fime hopeful that expansion project will begin soon Paper manufacturer Sappi has completed the environmental-impact assessment (EIA) for its proposed Saiccor expansion project and has submitted it to the Kwazulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs for approval. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)
Africa needs to speed up regional economic integration to prosper’ Strengthening regional economic integration in Africa is a crucial element towards achieving greater prosperity on the continent, President Thabo Mbeki said in parliament on Thursday. (©www.engineeringnews.co.za)
Engen's SA refinery shut until May 30 file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News Engen's 150 000 bpd refinery in Durban, South Africa has been shut down for scheduled maintenance and would re-open by end-May, an company official said on Friday. (©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.
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Civil Engineers CTS Group of companies are URGENTLY looking for 6 of the above engineers. Contract in Northern Cape. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Structural Engineer (Building Structures) - KZN Graduate with 4 – 7 years experience since graduation with design. Must have design knowledge in commercial building structures both reinforced concrete and structural steel. Experience in dealing with other members of professional teams would be advantageous. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Senior Engineer (Industrial/Civil Structures) Minimum 10 years experience since graduation. Must have working knowledge in concrete and steel. Must be professionally registered. Relevant degree and experience in civil / industrial structures. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Engineer (Industrial/Civil Structures) Minimum 5 years experience since graduation. Must have working knowledge in concrete and steel. Must be professionally registered. Relevant degree and experience in civil / industrial structures. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Engineer (Facades) Graduate with 5 years experience since graduation with design knowledge in structural steel. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Engineer (Infrastructure) Relevant degree or B.Tech with extensive experience in Infrastructure. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Senior Structural Engineer - Johannesburg Salary 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.
Engineer (Building Structures) - JHB Minimum 5 yrs experience. Must have working knowledge in concrete & steel. Must be professionally registered. Relevant degree & experience in building & commercial developments. Browse to Classifieds for full details.
Construction Manager / RE - Dubai -Highly Negotiable file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News You will have a minimum of 10+ years experience in utilities to include sewerage treatment, Potable water, district cooling pipelines, chiller plants etc. BSc, PrEng preferred. Contact Philip at Professional Career Services (PCS), Tel: +27 11 789 3337.
Building Services Design Engineer - Pretoria -R300-R420k Neg You will have 10+ years experience in Building services (air conditioning, ventilation and refrigeration); Industrial / plant applications (bulk handling, steam generation and reticulation); Fire fighting systems. BSc or BTech (Mechanical). Contact Philip 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:
North Branch News
Branch Meeting – 25 May 2006 @ 15h30 The next Branch Meeting takes place on the 25th May 2006 @ 15h00 in the SAFCEC offices, Construction Centre, Bedfordview. Dr Hylton Macdonald will be updating members on the Construction Charter, after which you are invited to enjoy a drink in the newly renovated offices.
Kwa-Zulu Natal News
Manco and Branch Meetings held on the 8th and 10th May The meetings were well attended with a slightly smaller turnout than usual of 20 members at the Branch meeting. This was probably due to the earlier start time of 14h00.
Construction Charter and Scorecard Presentation
Pierre Blaauw will do a presentation at Richards Bay on the 30th May and Westville Country Club on the 31st May. The presentation venue at Richards Bay has yet to be finalised and the start times are both 08h30 for 09h00 and will take 3 ½ hrs. To date about 40 and 60 stakeholders have registered for Richards Bay and Westville respectively and we expect numbers to increase.
SAFCEC Photographic Competition We need your photographs and prized pictures again for the annual photographic competition. Please click here for the rules of the competition. The closing date is at the end of business on Friday the 23rd of June and final adjudication is on the 27th of July. We are looking forward to seeing your entries.
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. file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News 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 Namibia considers options as SA's power crisis bites refers to a real virus or a hoax. Usually e-mail Namibia has installed electricity capacity of 384 MW. However, demand has reached more than 500 MW warnings encouraging you to forward the information to all and sundry are hoaxes. You and, at a 2% projected annual growth, this will peak at 600 MW in 2022, says national power utility can make sure by visiting the Virus or Hoax? NamPower Kudu project leader Margaret van der Merwe. web site or by visiting the hoax list on Symantec (©www.engineeringnews.co.za) Be an informed Internet user and check the facts before forwarding an e-mail hoax to others! Nigeria lures Asian investors with oil rights LAGOS - Nigeria sold 16 oil licences on Friday in return for promises by mostly Asian investors of If you suspect that you have opened an e-mail $20bn in new infrastructure, in a public sale that raised questions about transparency. containing a virus visit the virus information (©www.businessday.co.za) section on Virus or Hoax? The site also links to free virus-removal programs.
Metorex mines come on stream You can also try the BitDefender online virus DIVERSIFIED metals miner Metorex has started to produce copper cathode at its newly commissioned scanner Sable plant at Kabwe in Zambia as the $43m Ruashi copper and cobalt project in the Democratic FREE ANTI-VIRUS file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News
Republic of Congo (DRC) moves towards production. Free Anti-Virus Protection! (©www.businessday.co.za) Use our unique offer - AVG 6.0 Free Edition. Download, install and use AVG 6.0 Anti-Virus Implats' unit says close to deal with Zimbabwe government system to reliably protect your computer and data free of charge. Go to Free Download Page The Zimbabwe unit of Impala Platinum Holdings hopes to announce a deal in about a week with the to get more information. Zimbabwe government linked to its expansion programme, its chief executive said on Thursday. (©www.miningweekly.co.za) PC PITSTOP At PC Pitstop they will help you get your PC in Congo cobalt output to fall, miners switch to copper top form -- running fast, stable and secure. PC Pitstop runs diagnostics on your PC to identify Production of strategic metal cobalt in the Democratic Republic of Congo will fall in 2006 as small things that might help improve performance. miners switch to copper and larger firms build infrastructure, Congolese cobalt miner Camec said on Visit PC Pitstop - it's free. Wednesday. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)
New refining process helping to extend life of Tati mine in Botswana A new refining process, currently the subject of a bankable feasibility study, will aid in extending the current life-of-mine of Botswana Tati Nickel from 2012 to 2024. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)
The Zimbabwe threat THE alarm sounded by Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad on the economic meltdown in Zimbabwe and its effect on SA and the region is the loudest so far from any senior South African official on the crisis. (©www.businessday.co.za)
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MINING NEWS GET ACROBAT READER
Gold Fields to spend more on its mines in SA You will require the FREE Acrobat reader to GOLD miner Gold Fields would increase development spending in SA this year to add to its reserves enable you to read reports in this newsletter and mining flexibility, it said yesterday. published in .PDF format (©www.businessday.co.za)
Kumba rises on hopes for iron-ore price hikes IRON-ORE producer Kumba Resources’ share price added 250c, or 2,28%, to R112 a share on the JSE yesterday on hopes it might benefit from trends in iron-ore price negotiations. (©www.businessday.co.za)
State moves to close ‘fronting’ loophole CAPE TOWN — Proposed amendments to mining legislation are intended to criminalise the practice of fronting used by some companies under the pretext of black economic empowerment to get licences from the minerals and energy department. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Chinese steel makers hold out for lower iron ore prices GUANGDONG — China’s steel makers have said a 19% increase in iron ore prices that was agreed to file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News by Germany’s ThyssenKrupp would not be the global benchmark, suggesting they would push for a better deal in discussions with the mining companies. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Mittal aims for giant status with formal Arcelor bid Mittal Steel will formally launch a takeover bid for its European rival that, if successful, will create the undisputed world champion of steel groups. (©www.busrep.co.za)
New Western Cape facilities ready for first oil rig The partners in the R1.72 billion infrastructural investment in the Western Cape oil and gas hub have started showcasing the project to global rig operators to secure the order book for the launch of the facilities next year. (©www.busrep.co.za)
Xstrata outbids Inco in $18bn Falconbridge deal Diversified miner Xstrata made an unsolicited counterbid for Canada's Falconbridge on Wednesday with an offer valuing the nickel miner at C$20 billion, topping a bid by Inco. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)
Brand-new high-margin gold mine just up your street There can’t be many virgin gold deposits left in South Africa that are traversed by modern multi-lane freeways; nor can there be many, if any, that abut on to 21st century urban sprawl. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)
Gold Fields ramps up Venezuelan exploration South African miner Gold Fields says that it is ramping up exploration activities at its Choco 10 mine in Venezuela. At the moment, it is working off the current indicated reserve that is based on a gold price of $375. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)
JV wins key PPC contract Joint-venture company DMCE Projects and Services was recently awarded the mechanical erection contract for PPC’s Batswe-ledi Cement Capacity Expansion Project by FFE Minerals. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)
New drug brings hope to asbestos-related lung-cancer sufferers Although not a miracle cure, a new approved anticancer agent, now commercially available in the South African market, will bring new hope to patients suffering from mesothelioma. (©www.miningweekly.co.za)
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NEWS FOR ESTATE AGENTS AND HOME OWNERS THE AGENTS' TOOLKIT Property Research Retirement on the bay Investments & Personal Finance file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News THE constant demand for well managed and sustainable retirement facilities continues as Cape Town’s Research suburbs expand. Hout Bay, long favoured for its proximity to the Cape Town centre, scenic views and Quarterly Economic Perspective village-like atmosphere, currently has only one residential retirement facility and no frail care facilities at Bond Repayment Calculator all. Selected Repayment (©www.businessday.co.za) Affordability - “What loan amount do I qualify for? Franschoek equestrian opportunity Bond Term - “How soon can I pay Nestled in a quiet part of Franschhoek, a few minutes from the centre of town lies one of Franschhoek's off my Loan? most sought after properties – La Petite Rochelle. Monthly Repayment - How much (©www.property24.com) is my monthly repayment? Homenet heads for the hills Bond Costs - How much will my Homenet, one of South Africa’s real estate industry’s cornerstones, is holding its annual 16th conference bond cost be? in the Drakensberg Mountains from May 21 to 24 with emphasis on real estate technology. Additional Payment - What (©www.rodneyhayter.com) happens if I pay extra each month? Clarens home sold for R2.2m Multiple Payments - What A record price of R2.2 million has been obtained for a home in this scenic highlands village situated just happens if I pay more than once 35km from Bethlehem and from three to four hours from Johannesburg. per month? (©www.property24.com) Estimated Building Replacement Credit bill affects homeowners Cost The new national Credit Bill comes into effect early in June. This will have an effect on homeowners and property investors, while it aims to promote sustainable access to finance. Buying a home - step by step guide (©www.property24.com) Selling a home - step by step guide
CT house prices soar by 600% The Newlands and Rondebosch areas in the Western Cape have recorded exceptional growth in property prices over the past few years. (©www.property24.com) BUILDING TERMS Don't know your architraves from your Country living in town dados? Don't know your flaunchings TOKAI forms the southernmost tip of the sought-after southern suburbs in Cape Town, yet has a from your transoms? distinct character, says Nadine Smith, area specialist for the Chas Everitt International property group. GET TO GRIPS WITH BUILDING “It offers about 1000 residential properties in the midst of great natural beauty, yet the city centre and TERMS the beach are only a few minutes away.” (©www.busrep.co.za) PROPERTY NEWS Strand set to become Cape’s own Dubai
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Blouberg's Portico building starts Building activity has commenced at the site of "Portico", the new mixed-use 62-unit apartment complex which is being constructed in Bloubergrant. Read the latest YDL newsletter by (©www.property24.com) clicking on their logo Feeding frenzy BUYING into residential developments is becoming the investment option of choice as they offer convenient lock-up-and-go living, and owners have the support of developers ensuring the homes maintain their appearance, facilities, and property values. (©www.businessday.co.za)
Agents must find new ways to sell With consumers becoming increasingly aware of how to do business, due in a large part to the ease of access to information provided by the Internet, estate agents are going to have to find new ways of hanging on to clients buying or selling houses. (©www.property24.com)
Trusts could pay double transfer fees Though finance minister Trevor Manuel has announced a measure of relief in the payment of property transfer fees, that doesn't mean that the SA Revenue Service will apply them less strictly. (©www.property24.com)
Institute mooting better sectional title education Estate agents dealing in sectional title sales are being encouraged to play a far greater educational role in explaining the purpose and the importance of levies to their buyers. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)
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Century City : live, work and play With a wide variety of residential developments currently on the market, the Century City precinct continues to offer an opportunity to property buyers as well as those seeking rental options. (©www.property24.com)
Countdown to KZN’s top property Expo Lifesavers surfing last weekend’s Property Guide for a lifeline into first time home ownership at the Sunday Tribune Property & Development Expo with organiser Celeste King are (from left): Clifford Bukani, Nkululeko Mthiyane and Vumani Hadebe. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)
Sectional title ownership much debated Owners of sectional title property – the fastest growing sector of the SA housing market – will have to become more savvy about their rights and responsibilities when buying into a communal living scheme. (©www.property24.com) file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News Top East Rand agency bloc converts to Chas Everitt Int. East Rand property dynamo Patsy Pretorius has just joined the Chas Everitt International property group and already has her four offices trading under the new banner. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)
Red carpet event at R16m home The Shekleton residence at Estate d'Afrique in Hartbeespoort Dam was the venue for last night's business network event hosted by property group Engel and Volkers. (©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.
Pietermaritzburg’s vacant stand prices soar High demand for vacant stands in the Victory Country Golf Club and Garlington Estates near Hilton drove up the average selling price of stands in Pietermaritzburg by 48 percent from an average of R297 086 in the first four months of last year to an average of R439 234 in the first four months of this year. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)
R1,5 billion mixed used development for Amanzimtoti Amanzimtoti is set to mushroom into a regional shopping mecca and become the focus of extensive new residential development following this week’s permission for the go ahead of the R1,5 billion Arbour Town development on the site of the old Umbogintwini Golf Course on the town’s northern boundary. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)
SA house prices are not falling A common failing these days is to think that house prices are falling. They are not. What is happening, according to an in depth market overview in the recent Intellectual Property magazine, is that the rate of price growth is declining. (©www.rodneyhayter.com)
Kempton property in huge demand Kempton Park, reportedly one of the country's 10 largest residential cities, is notching up record sales in the wake of a strong home buying wave driven by the government's recent decision to raise the transfer duty threshold. (©www.property24.com)
Hollywood stars looking at CT Apparently stars and other famous people have shown such great interest in Cape Town, that a high profile estate agent from Malibu, California has been sent to have a look at luxury homes here. (©www.property24.com)
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THIS WEEK'S ECONOMIC INDICATORS TAILPIECE
The indicators as on 20 May 2006 14:14 Albert Einstein arrives at a party and This week 13/05/2006 introduces himself to the first person Rand/$ 6.4100 6.1900 he sees and asks, "What is your Rand/£ 12.0700 11.7200 IQ?" to which the man answers Rand/€ 8.1900 7.9800 "241." Gold/oz $684.25 $724.25 "That is wonderful!," says Albert. Gold Mining 2875.36 3139.04 "We will talk about the Grand JSE All Share 20525.32 21837.75 Unification Theory and the mysteries of the Universe. We will have much Inflation to stay inside target range to discuss!" The outlook for inflation continues to be generally favourable, with CPIX inflation expected to remain inside the target range, says central bank governor Tito Mboweni. Later Albert introduces himself to a (©www.busrep.co.za) woman and asks, "What is your IQ? " To which the lady answers, "144." Gold output down 11% in the first quarter GOLD production fell by 10,9% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2006 fell by 10,9% year-on-year to "That is great!," responds Albert. 68 tons on the back of the lower number of production shifts worked and due to the restructuring of "We can discuss politics and current certain operations, the Chamber of Mines said on Friday. (©www.businessday.co.za) affairs. We will have much to discuss!" Can the rand go weaker? The rand isn’t a mega-currency like the euro, the dollar or the Japanese yen, but it is quite significant in Albert goes to another person and the South African scheme of things. Classic Business Day asks James Robertson from global markets asks, "What is your IQ?" to which at Standard Chartered Bank in South Africa which way the rand will go next. the man answers, "15 or 35 I'm not file:///C|/Users/Bert%20vd%20Heever/Documents/My%20Websites/ASAQS/News/Issues/200506.htm[2012/10/22 11:53:19] Weekend Property & Construction News (©www.businessday.co.za) sure."
Shake-up at shady pines Albert responds, "Kom ons praat oor The SA gold industry looks headed for a period of major restructuring - including de consolidation of die Blou Bulle !" some mines - as the gold price continues to set new records in rand terms. This week it has been at R132 000/kg. (©www.financialmail.co.za) What the Engineer says: Close project coordination AB Foods to buy 51% stake of Illovo for £317m LONDON - AB Foods (Associated British Foods) has agreed to buy 51% of Illovo for £317m in cash, as What it really means: it looks to meet the challenge of European sugar reforms. We know who to blame. (©www.businessday.co.za)
SA rand drifts weaker as gold retreats Bumper sticker: South Africa's rand drifted weaker on Thursday on the back of a nearly 2% fall in the gold price "Cover me. I'm changing lanes." following Wednesday's strong US inflation data, which renewed expectations of further interest rate hikes. (©www.miningweekly.co.za) A taxi passenger tapped the driver on the shoulder to ask him a Gold reclaims $700, jumps on dollar weakness question. The driver screamed, lost Gold rebounded on Wednesday to climb above $715 an ounce, gaining nearly four percent on a weak control of the car, nearly hit a bus, dollar and firm oil prices and targeting recent highs. went up on the footpath, and (©www.miningweekly.co.za) stopped centimeters from a shop. For a second everything went quiet Rhodium hits $6 000/oz, highest since early 1991 in the cab, then the driver said: Rhodium, a metal used in the manufacture of autocatalysts, traded at $6 000 an ounce in Europe on "Look mate, don't ever do that Wednesday for the first time since January 1991, as supply tightness gripped the market, traders said. (©www.miningweekly.co.za) again, you scared the daylights out of me! The passenger apologized Economic growth to slow over the next two years and said, "I didn't realize that a little An expected drop in exports will slow South Africa's real gross domestic product growth to 4.5 percent tap would scare you so much." The in 2006, with a further drop to be recorded in 2007, according to the Bureau for Economic Research. driver replied, "Sorry, it's not really (©www.busrep.co.za) your fault. Today is my first day as a cab driver - I've been driving a KEY ECONOMIC INDICATORS mortuary van for the last 25 years."
Economic Data and Forecasts Between grand theft and a legal fee, Economic data and economic information about South Africa and the region. Market trends, economic there only stands a law degree. 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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