From the General Manager
Dear Members,
It’s a privilege to look back on another remarkable year at Prince’s Grant - a year filled with progress, teamwork, and a shared commitment to making our estate the best it can be. Our recent AGM was a wonderful reflection of this spirit, with over 170 members participating and all fourteen resolutions passing. It’s encouraging to see such strong engagement and support from our community.
Across the year, we’ve made meaningful strides in many areas. Governance and compliance remain solid, with all licences and estate policies up to date. Our partnership with local and national authorities has strengthened, from securing a five-year tree maintenance licence to continued collaboration with KwaDukuza
Municipality and the Department of Transport.
Financially, the HOA remains in a strong position. A healthy surplus allowed us to invest in important capital projects, while keeping levy increases modest. The new Vodacom tower lease provides valuable long-term income security. Communication and lifestyle continue to evolve, too. The Prince’s Grant App and PG Pulse have made it easier than ever to stay informed and connected. Families are enjoying the upgraded children’s facilities and lagoon picnic area, and we’re excited to confirm that Padel and pickleball courts are on the way! Behind the scenes, we’ve
worked hard to strengthen our infrastructure - improving water filtration, installing new backup inverters, and planning for longterm water security through a detailed hydrocensus study.
As we look ahead, I want to thank every homeowner, staff member, and board representative for your continued support. Together, we’ve built a community that is not only beautiful but strong, caring, and forward-looking.
Warm regards,
Bruce Hurley General Manager
From the Commercial Manager
We say this far too often these days, but honestlywhere did 2025 go? I genuinely enjoy writing these annual reports. They offer the perfect moment to hit pause, reflect on the year that’s passed, and celebrate everything the Lodge teams have accomplished. We all get caught up in the daily whirlwind of operations, so taking a step back to appreciate the progress and growth can feel wonderfully therapeutic.
The past few months have seen quite a bit of movement within our staffing team, with a few Managers coming and going in a short space of time, and new team members being trained in the Prince’s Grant way of doing things.
I’m a checklist kind of guy, so there’s certainly been plenty to get through! What stands out, though, is how much we’ve gained from these changes. The cross-training within the team has been phenomenal, and I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has stepped up and embraced the process. The individual growth, commitment, and teamwork I’ve witnessed have been inspiring and will undoubtedly strengthen the Lodge and HOA in the future.
We’re proud to have secured multi-year collaborations with SAB, CCBSA, and Illy, all bringing exciting investment and energy to the Lodge. You’ll notice some of the upgrades already: new branded parasols around the property, a stunning copper U-bar installation, a light bar revamp planned soon, and new state-ofthe-art coffee machines for both the Bar and Lodge rooms. Even our front-of-house uniforms have been refreshed, adding a pop of colour and a vibrant new feel to the Restaurant floor.
Our bi-annual menu updates continue to be well-received, and I think both our kitchen team and guests have enjoyed the seasonal changes. The new summer menu launches in November, featuring familiar favourites alongside a few fresh,
creative dishes our chefs have been perfecting behind the scenes.
We’re all eagerly looking forward to the festive season and the wonderful buzz that comes with it. Residents returning, guests arriving, and a calendar full of events and activities across the Estate. I’m also proud to say that Prince’s Grant was the first to secure a 3-metre fresh Christmas tree this year! I think we even beat the supermarkets to it. Keep an eye out for our festive promotions.
Lodge (priced by weight). Collections will take place on 24 December, and pre-orders are essential. The Poolside Playground returns, running every second day at the main pool area, and our Christmas Carols at the 6th Dam promises to be another magical community evening under the summer sky. Two Friday Night Live events are planned, featuring some fantastic local KZN musicians. The Pool Bar and Beach Food Trailer will be open daily, and of course, our legendary
The popular Pressure Cooker is back! Skip the kitchen this Christmas and order your cooked and glazed gammon from the
Year-End Quiz Night returns on 17 December. Christmas Day lunch bookings are filling up faster than ever, so booking early to avoid disappointment can never be stressed enough!
Our famous New Year’s Eve Bash is shaping up to be even bigger than last year’s incredible event, which drew over a thousand guests. This year, we’ll also be adding The Grid - Teens Zone available daily at the Jeremy Stubbs CC, plus a special “Little Theatre” for the younger ones in the States Room between 6-9 p.m., complete with movies, popcorn, sweet cart, and child minding. All of this so the adults can relax on the Lodge patio, raise a glass to the Impala as they wander by, and take in all the beauty and spirit that makes Prince’s Grant so special. Yoh, it’s going to be an incredible season. Can’t wait to see you all!
Daryn Bowers Commercial Manager
Golf Captains Corner October 2025
Hello PG Golfers!
Spring is in full swing, and Prince’s Grant is buzzing with golf activity. Here’s a snapshot of what has happened and what’s coming up:
The first two-day tournament was a huge success; members and guests enjoyed a fun weekend of golf:
• PGNAIT (National Amateur Invitational)May 12-14
• Hosted top SA amateurs
Recent Highlights (Past Events)
• 31st Club Championships - July 4-6
• 70 golfers competed
• Winners: Liezl Smit (Ladies, 15th title!) & James Truter (Men)
• Prince’s Grant Mixed Open - June
• 100th KZN Open Championship - May 1517
• Historic event hosted at PG for the third consecutive year
• 2nd Anniversary Cup Tournament - Nov 15 planning underway
• Sunday Mixed Competitions & Knockout
Championships - continued successfully throughout the year.
Ladies Golf Update
A huge thank you to our past Golf Captain, Brian Kelley, and the Golf Committee for their ongoing support of ladies’ golf. The ladies’ section remains small but active - a great group of regulars enjoying our beautiful fairways.
A big thank you to the following people who organised and assisted with:
• Birdie Tree - Ang Starkey
• Golf Clinics - Mike Kieser
• Saturday Ladies GroupRikki Wooding
• Monthly Mixed Competition
- Anette King
Prince’s Grant Annual Ladies Charity Day - 1 August
• Theme: “Around the World in 18 Holes” - creative table and course decorations representing 15 countries.
• Beneficiary: St Luke’s Home of Healing, a local home for disabled people.
• Participation: Over 100 golfers - a record turnout!
• Total funds raised: R67,306
- Raffle ticket sales: R31,950
- Direct donations: R19,250
- Additional funds from sponsored prizes and printer auctions.
Thanks to:
- The Charity Day Troupersmostly non-golfing ladies who gave their time and effort to make the day such a success.
- Homeowners who donated or sourced prizes so no golfer went home empty-handed.
- Sponsors: Kyocera SA, Konica Minolta Zululand, Your Advantage Furniture, Momentum Life, and several
golf clubs (Gowrie, Nkonyeni, Cotswold Downs, Zimbali, Zimbali Lakes, San Lameer, and Umdoni).
- Prince’s Grant Lodge & Stafffor excellent catering and support on the day.
- STM and Pro Shop team (Jason & Co) - for ensuring the course and logistics ran smoothly.
- Bakers and helpers - Marié
Deysel, Jeannie Kieser, and Jenny Sharland for desserts, and resident ladies for sandwiches, muffins, and warm welcomes despite the chilly weather.
Congratulations to all competition winners and our Hole-in-One achievers during the year!
Course & Maintenance Achievements
• Bunker renovations (#6, #18, #12), Tee box upgrades (#7, #12, #13, #14, #18), Cart path bridge (#3 stream).
• Greens reseeded and inter-seeded with bent grass; tree pruning continues to improve sunlight on the course.
• PG climbed to 30 in the Top 100 SA Courses ranking.
Looking Ahead (Upcoming Events)
• PGNAIT 2026 - May 11-13
• 100th KZN Open Championship 2026May 15-17
• 32nd Club Championships - July 4-5, 2026
• 2nd Anniversary Cup Tournament - Nov 15, 2025
• More member competitions, socials, and junior events will be announced in the coming months
• Weekly golf schools and groups
remain very popular - the course is quietly busy in a friendly, competitive manner.
Course & Staff Updates
• Greenkeeper Milestone: Igor Duvel approaching five years at PGincredible commitment!
• STM continues to manage course maintenance at the highest level
• Key projects completed this year: bunker and tee improvements, bridge replacement, and ongoing tree pruning to maintain healthy turf.
Special Thanks
Brian Kelly, past Captain, for your commitment and effort to take the golf course to the next level.
Pro Shop & Staff: Jason Christie, Lodge, and Estate teams.
Sponsors & Volunteers:
• THIRSTI, for your generous and title sponsorship of PGNAIT 2024.
• Tim Le Roux, for sponsorship of the PGNAIT Hugh Baiocchi Golf Day prizes.
• Ernst van Niekerk, for your efforts in all areas of tournament scorekeeping.
• Andre & Liezl Smit, for spearheading the sponsorship of the PG Mixed Open weekend tournament.
• Gary Byrne, for organising PG’s participation and the region in the North Coast Seniors.
• Peterson Properties, for sponsoring
“The Open at PG” and for continued supportive sponsorship.
• Golf Estate Properties, for sponsoring the weekly Friday Chicken Run and for continued supportive sponsorship.
• PG Ladies Charity Day volunteers.
• Geoff Taylor and Stuart Kidd for contributing the sand divot boxes found throughout the course.
• Mike Keiser, for his support and coaching of the “Newbies” ladies golf group.
• Mike Malherbe and other sponsors for the very cool “Please Repair Your Pitch Mark” signs.
• The Third Hole Bridge Team, especially Chris Brooker, Peter Sharland and Ernst van Niekerk, for their leadership and expertise in this project.
And many, many more. If we did not mention you by name, we apologise - your efforts are much appreciated.
Your support ensures tournaments run smoothly and our course remains top-class.
As we say, “Teamwork makes the Prince’s Grant dream work!”
Special SpecialEvents December December
Every Monday & Thursday
Monday, 1st December
Every 4th Monday, monthly
Every Tuesday Night
Sunday, 14th December Friday, 19th December
17th December
Pool Bar & Food Trailer - Daily from 10:00 to 16:00
Festive Table - Cooked Gammon as per order - 24th December 2025
Poolside Playground - 15th December 2025 to 9th January 2026
The Grid Teen Zone - 15th December 2025 to 11th January 2026 Candles by Candlelight - 20th December 2025 (6th hole) Game Night - 23rd December 2025 The Little Theatre - 20th December 2025 to 10th January 2026 Christmas Buffet Lunch - 25th December 2025 Christmas Morning Church Service - 25th December 2025 New Year’s Eve Party - 31st December 2025
HOA RECEPTION
032 482 0002 or 064 868 1984 or reception@pghoa.co.za
LODGE RECEPTION
032 482 0005 or 065 523 7016 or reception@pglodge.co.za
ACCESS CONTROL
032 482 0085 or communications@pghoa.co.za
PRO SHOP
032 482 0041 or 032 482 0052 or golfbookings@pghoa.co.za
GATE HOUSE/SECURITY
032 482 0003 or 072 562 3909
ESTATE MANAGER
(Johan Viljoen) 084 713 0536 estatemanager@pghoa.co.za
GENERAL MANAGER
Bruce Hurley gm@pghoa.co.za
COMMERCIAL MANAGER
Daryn Bowers 064 200 9490 commercial1@pghoa.co.za
COMPLIANCE
Clive Dean 074 764 7456 compliance@pghoa.co.za
LANDSCAPE MANAGER (Sphiwe Chiliza) 061 928 6870 landscapemanager@pghoa.co.za
WEEKLY FROM 08:00 TILL 16:30.
(ESTATE TECHNICAL AND LANDSCAPE)
All enquiries to contact Ricky on 032 482 0002 (ext 213) Or email admin@pghoa.co.za estatemanager@pghoa.co.za
These calls will be logged and necessary supervisor contacted AFTER HOURS AND WEEKENDS.
Homeowners can contact the
following numbers:
Control Room 032 482 0154 (IPSS)
Control room emergency cell number 084 883 3514 (IPSS)
Gatehouse 032 482 0003 (IPSS)
Romeo1 will investigate all calls and report any issues to Estate Manager Our Manco hours are Monday – Friday, 08:00 - 16:30 and any emergencies out of these hours can be dealt with by calling Security. Please refrain from contacting our team on personal lines.
