Simbithi Eco-Estate Magazine Summer 2023

SIMBITHI S C E N E WWW.SIMBITHI.COM | SUMMER 2023

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From the Kitchen Summery, fresh and light, our newly introduced Pineapple Sabayon will be a hit on your table this holiday.

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Golf

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Hello, van Schoors!

A naturally beautiful family, yes, but one with heart, soul and a whole lot of giggles. Meet Adriaan, Erna, Emmie, Bea and Maya.

In this edition, we meet our recently promoted Sports Manager, golf pro Dane Vosloo, to hear about his passion for golf, a good cup of coffee and the open road.

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From the

General Manager Hooray! Summer is here.

General Manager Simbithi Eco-Estate gm@simbithi.com

Is Summer not the best time to call the KZN North Coast home? More specifically, is Summer not the most wonderful time to call Simbithi home?

It is by far my favourite season on Simbithi. My love for Summer is such that when my arm was finally twisted to replace our beloved Labrador cross, Crystal, with a new puppy - an energetic Golden Retriever - naming her was easy: Summer. This way, as a family, we get to celebrate Summer every day.

It is such a wonderful privilege living in Simbithi as a pet lover, with the incredible space available to us to walk in nature as a family, including our furry friends. This privilege does, however, come with responsibility. In this vein, by the time of publishing, you would have seen the recently rolled out #DYK (Did You Know) video series on responsible pet ownership. In this informative series, we hope to enlighten you on some simple, pertinent reasons surrounding our pet rules. Through educating and empowering our community, we believe that we will foster the spirit of compliance.

Compliance is a community initiative. By reporting incidents to us, you assist us to in ensuring that our rules are respected.

We will continue to develop our #DYK series, sharing information on the various rule infringements we encounter.

Hopefully, the guidance given will assist our community in understanding how to

remain compliant. Obviously, this is only helpful to those who wish to follow the rules, and in Simbithi, thankfully this is by far the majority.

Summer also happens to be a wonderfully noisy season. The summer migrants return (both avian and human), the longest school holiday season kicks off with all the various festivals and activities, and our Estate’s population swells to its highest levels of the year.

During this busy time, it is easy to forget that we live within a community, with our neighbours. Let’s respect each other, let’s respect the rules, and let’s respect the speed limits. Our precious wildlife on the Estate don’t understand that they should be more cautious during the holiday season, so it’s our responsibility to ensure that we drive slow enough to prevent any harm.

To anyone visiting Simbithi for the first time, welcome. You’re home. To our returning guests and residents, lovely to see you back at home. To our permanent residents, who may be traveling away from Simbithi over the holidays, travel safe, and we can’t wait to see you back home. Lastly, to our families who live here year-round and who aren’t travelling, good choice!

Enjoy Simbithi, enjoy Summer, enjoy home.

Best wishes,

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Editor From the

“Hi, Barbie.”

You heard it in that voice, didn’t you? Oh, wait. You said it in that voice, didn’t you?

Ever since my sister (we are 29 and 33, for reference) and I wore matching Barbie shirts to watch The Barbie Movie together, I’ve been fighting the urge to greet everyone this way.

Mind you, I recently wore a pink dress to the office on Friday and insisted that my colleagues forgo the “hey, J” I usually am greeted with for a (perfectly accented) “hi, Barbie”. Granted, they rolled their eyes at me… but they liked it. I know they did.

It was just a few months ago when the mania that is Barbie and her cronies took the world by pink snowstorm. It was far, far more than just the movie at play. I lost count of how many brands – some of them rather illustrious at that – tangled themselves in the sparkly spiderweb. Given my age, my excitement was understandable. Little Jodi played with many a Barbie in her heyday.

Hollywood Hair Barbie (Google it) was my FAVOURITE. And, I was incredibly blessed to have the Barbie Dreamhouse, which my sister and I played to smithereens.

But, walking into the cinema, I realised it wasn’t just women around my age decked in pink. There were all sorts, and it intrigued me. So, being a part-time brand communication student, I evaluated the Barbie craze and, of course, deduced that it was a slick, well-oiled machine of carefully strategised marketing and brand collaboration. Balmain, Airbnb, Gap, Crocs,

Aldo, Zara, Superga… just a few brands that dipped into pink.

Even if you detest Barbie or the hype annoyed you, you simply cannot deny that the marketing campaign was successful.

Why? Because you know about it.

And this is the beauty of marketing.

The wonder of blending theory with experience, with the touch and feel of a brand’s uniqueness, to soliciting and invoking the feeling you are after through carefully selected touchpoints. Ask me what I do, every day, in my office that is not coincidentally pink, and that’s as close to a summary as you would get.

It’s not just me, though, is it? All of my colleagues have their own ‘dreamhouses’, engine rooms set in Simbithi-land, if you will, where we innovate, dream, and thrive for the benefit of our Estate. At the end of every day, when dusk starts to fall, we come out of our dreamhouses and muse about our highs and lows. And, no matter what, we remind each other that we’re one team, working together for a fantastic Estate and a warm, caring community.

Marketing & Communications Co- Ordinator marketing@simbithi.com

#TeamSimbithi, here is to you. You are pure magic and I’m beyond grateful to play a small role in our story.

And, to all, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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From the

Club General Manager And here we are at the end of yet another successful year for our Country Club.

If you need a refresher lesson or two, pop into the Pro Shop and chat to Dane, our Golf Manager and Pro.

Members, at the outset, allow me to thank you for your patronage and support this year. Your commitment to Simbithi Country Club, whether it is through dining at the Fig Tree, enjoying a drink at the Drop Zone Bar, booking our conference venues or a round of golf, we appreciate you choosing us.

Santa Claus will make his way back from the North Pole to our deck in December. We will share more details on that, soon, so make sure you keep your eyes open for that information!

It has, indeed, been a wonderful year with several highlights, including the great progress made on our golf course improvements. We look forward to seeing our course become even better in the months to come.

We have just elected our 2023/24 golf committee, and the team and I are excited to see what the next year holds for the good game at Simbithi.

As is our annual tradition, the course will be “open” for a month, from around mid-December to January. I encourage you to bring your friends and family to Simbithi to experience the brilliance of our executive course.

Also, look out for a few fresh new dishes on the Fig Tree’s menu, which we are sure will delight your tastebuds this festive season. As we saw during the Rugby World Cup, the ‘gees’ at Simbithi is something truly special, so be sure to come down and enjoy a meal or two (or three) on our deck. You are always welcome.

If you are travelling during the holidays, please stay safe. If you’re hanging around, we hope to see you soon.

General Manager

Simbithi Country Club clubgm@simbithi.com

Cheers, and have a great festive season.

Craig Nell

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Going Back To Basics.

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Simbithi

Snippets

A Round-Up of Estate and Club News

ARE YOU READY TO CHIRP? This is a snapshot from our boardroom during a session wrapping up a project we are very excited to release. We are almost there. Have you guessed what we are up to, yet?

Leaf Me Be

Now, that’s one way to leave for school in the mornings, isn’t it? Before Mitchy Levinson and mom Tracy left home, they found this beautiful insect in the driveway.

Slowly, Now

Every now and then, a little reminder to slow down and observe those around you – even the tiny things or people you may not immediately notice – pops up in nature. This little chap was painstakingly making his way from the staff parking lot to the HOA administration building on a rainy morning and we made sure his journey was as safe as possible.

HAPPY BUG, SHINY BUG Just right for this time of year, we think. This little fellow could be placed on a Christmas tree as a glittering bauble.

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SIMBITHI SNIPPETS

Oh, Pretty Simbithi

It simply does not matter how long you may have lived here, daily, there is a reminder of how exquisite Simbithi is. Our Plans Examiner, Rashik Ramouthar, snapped these views on a recent inspection.

FAREWELL, ROWINA It was not goodbye, but see you later to our Environmental Assistant, Rowina Kanniappen, when she left SEEHOA last month. Rowina, or ‘baby shark’ as she was fondly called in the office, made a remarkable impact on our team and environment with her bubbliness, enthusiasm, scientific knowledge, and effervescent personality.

Rowina, we will miss you. All the best as you take on a new chapter.

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QUARTERLY DIARY

Simbithi Diary

There is just so much to see and do on Simbithi Eco-Estate. Below is the Estate’s diary of upcoming events. Isn’t life great on Simbithi? You can also view the events on our Simbithi App or on our website: www.simbithi.com/events

Weekly Events

MOM’S NIGHT OFF

Give Mom a break on Monday and enjoy a delicious starter, main and dessert at the Fig Tree Restaurant. Watch our weekly comms and gate screens for the menus.

PASTA TUESDAY

Let our chefs take you to Italy with a range of affordable pastas. Watch our weekly comms and gate screens for the menus. Booking essential: 032 946 5403

WEDNESDAY CURRY NIGHT

Indulge in the North Coast's finest buffet: an array of fragrant curries with traditional sides. R175pp. Booking essential: 032 946 5403

SUNDAY CARVERY

A sumptuous afternoon for the whole family. Enjoy a selection of roasts with all the trimmings. R255pp. Booking essential: 032 946 5403

DECEMBER FIRSTIES

music on the deck, first Sunday of 3 Live every month. Venue Simbithi Country Club Deck. Bookings: 032 946 5409 or events@simbithi.com

QUIZ NIGHT

Fig Tree Restaurant Time 18:00.

7 Venue For more information 032 946 5403 or foodbev1@simbithi.com

CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER

Fig Tree Restaurant Cost to 24 Venue be shared. Bookings: 032 946 5409 or events@simbithi.com

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Simbithi Country Club Cost to 31 Venue be shared. Bookings: 032 946 5409 or events@simbithi.com

JANUARY

1 COUNTRY CLUB CLOSED

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Pineapple

Sabayon WORDS JODI CHETTY | PHOTOS JARYD DU TOIT, CREATIVSPROUT

Riding on the coattails of summer are zest and freshness: not just in the weather, but in the kitchen, too. Whether you are looking for a quirky addition to your Christmas table or something sweet to enjoy while you bask in the balmy goodness of Simbithi, this dish will do the trick. Chef Betty Dube shares the recipe for her Pineapple Sabayon, a new addition to the recently relaunched menu at the Fig Tree Restaurant.

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FROM THE KITCHEN

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FROM THE KITCHEN

PINEAPPLE SABAYON Ingredients

For the Pineapple • 1 fresh pineapple • 1 cup of water • 1 cup of granulated white sugar • 1 stick of cinnamon • 2 whole star anise • 2 whole cloves NOTE

For the Sabayon

As an extra touch, you can brûlée the dessert if you have a torch.

• 1 egg • 2 tbsp granulated white sugar • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar OR sweet white wine To serve • Vanilla ice-cream • Maraschino cherries

Method

1. Peel and core the pineapple and cut into thick-ish slices, about 1.5 to 2cm each.

2. In a medium sized saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and spices.

3. Place the syrup over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved.

4. Once the sugar is dissolved, bring to a gentle simmer.

5. Add the pineapple slices to the syrup and simmer gently until the pineapple is tender. This should take between five and seven minutes.

6. Once the pineapple is tender, put it to the side (you can leave it in the syrup until needed).

7. Now, begin with the sabayon: fill a medium sized pot to ¼ with water.

8. Bring the water to a rolling boil.

9. In a large, heat proof mixing bowl (one that will sit comfortably on top of the pot with boiling water) add the whole egg, the granulated white sugar and vinegar/wine.

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10. Now the hard work starts… You must whisk vigorously and continuously for about 10 to 12 minutes. The more you can aerate the egg mixture, the better.

Your goal here is to aerate and cook the egg mixture.

11. Once the egg mixture is light coloured and very frothy - like foam - it is ready to use. You can test whether the egg mixture is ready by: • Touching a bit of the mixture to your lip. It must feel hot but not burn your lips. Or, • If you dangle the whisk over the mixture and let the mixture that is on the whisk drizzle down, it must form a ribbon on the surface of the egg mixture that will hold for at least five seconds. If the mixture seems ‘dry’ you can add a bit more wine or even water. A tablespoon should be more than sufficient.

12. Plate up! As this dessert is saucebased, it is best to serve it in a bowl.

Place a pool of the sabayon in the bottom of the bowl, then arrange the

cooked pineapple rings in a stack, in the centre of the bowl. Pour over more of the sabayon. Serve with ice-cream and decorate with Maraschino cherries.

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MEET THE NEIGHBOURS

Meet the

van Schoor

FAMILY WORDS JODI CHETTY PHOTOS CHRIS ALLAN PHOTOGRAPHY

The door swings open and the excited, pixie-like face of Emmie van Schoor pops around the side. The house is alive almost: three blonde girls whizzing around – four, if you count their lovely mama – and an easygoing father and husband surveying the happy chaos. Come with us to Ebony Lane and meet the van Schoors!

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W

ithin the first few

into their cosy home. She and her

an opportunity with IFA Hotels and

minutes of our arrival,

husband, Adriaan, are playful with

Resorts to work on a neighbouring

seven-year-old

each other as they sit down to chat.

development. Adriaan, with his legal

Emmie has introduced

They met nine years ago, at a bar,

and financial background, and Erna in

us to her sisters, Bea (5) and Maya (2),

Erna smiles over at Adriaan. “I saw

marketing, worked together to assist

who is quietly taking in her afternoon

him standing across the bar, and I

the developer with sales, marketing

cartoons. Emmie leads the charge

called him to me,” she uses her finger

and strategy.

outside, to the deck, where she

to beckon. “He listened to me, from

introduces her fish, Chocolate. “His

then,” she laughs. “I bought him a

Their first home in Simbithi, in

surname is Brownie,” she mentions,

drink and we started chatting.”

Barringtonia Lane, was Adriaan’s choice. “That was in the days of

solemnly. “And this,” she points at Chocolate’s companion. “Is Bea’s

It was, indeed, love at first sight,

WhatsApp video, no video calling,” he

fishie. His name is Blobbyhead.”

Adriaan readily confirms. “The timing

says. “I sent a video to Erna, and she

was right for us, I think. We were both

saw the house for the first time on the

An older version of her daughters,

finished with our studies, then.” In

day we moved in.”

Erna’s golden hair falls softly over

2016, the Pretoria natives relocated to

her shoulders as she welcomes us

KwaZulu-Natal when Adriaan pursued

The van Schoors, then sans Maya and Bea, lived happily in the home for a year while Adriaan scouted the Estate for their next spot. With his experience in the property sector, he set his eyes on their current home. “I liked that it was open, and elevated, with a lovely view of the dam. The surrounding trees are also beautiful.

When you open the windows on a warm day, there’s a summer breeze that blows through the house,” he shares.

“The windows upstairs allow the sunlight into all the bedrooms, and when it shines through the tree canopies outside, it’s a gorgeous sight,” Erna adds.

The van Schoors have an illustrious opinion of Simbithi, with Adriaan musing that it is Simbithi’s character that won them over. “Every development goes through seasons, through which its community develops a story. When we moved here, Simbithi was reasonably well into development, so we get to enjoy an established estate. Erna, the girls and I are lucky to have found our place in this story.”

“Also, there are so many options for

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MEET THE NEIGHBOURS

"Erna, the girls and I are lucky to have found our place in this story."

our girls,” Erna shares. “If we go to the

the Cape Epic, gave our mountain biking

beach, then we come back and have a swim

trails a thumbs up. “I love a good run or

at the Guineafowl or Heron. We can go to

ride, and I take the girls fishing from time

the gym, and pop downstairs to the Fig

to time, too.”

Tree for a breakfast or coffee.” She is also fond of the efforts by Simbithi to enthral

When they have free time, the van Schoors

its younger residents. “Holiday clubs,

frequent the Heron Pizzeria for their

Easter fun, trick or treat, and the markets,

favourites: Franklin for Erna and Adriaan

it’s all here on the Estate, which is great.”

and – of course – Margherita for Emmie!

Adriaan, an avid cyclist who is fresh off

e We aring recruit

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LOCAL REAL ESTATE

Paying Homage

TO THE GRANDEUR OF VERANDA-STYLE LIVING

WORDS CHRISSIE JOHNSON

T

he veranda is a cherished place in the South African lifestyle. It unquestionably extends and improves the

usability of a home’s interior spaces and provides shade, ventilation, and a seamless connection to its surrounds.

It is also the designated architectural style for Simbithi Eco-Estate, which, with its connection to a legacy of sugar farming, seems extremely appropriate for this expansive home that could easily be likened to a large, elegant farm homestead.

The origins of the veranda-style architecture can be traced back to the colonial era when European settlers adapted their housing designs to the

Thus, the veranda, an open-air, roofed

a well-established, landscaped garden

tropical climates of regions like Africa

porch, became an integral part of

that offers remarkable solitude, the

and Southeast Asia. With soaring

tropical homes. In this home, the

spatial proportions of this impressive,

temperatures and high humidity, the

veranda stretches across the entire

sizeable, single-level home are also

necessity to create living spaces that

garden-facing façade, providing an

significant. The entrance area sets the

offered respite from the elements,

expansive area for various seating,

tone for a home that promises to deliver

as well as functioning as protected

relaxing and eating areas. Set on an

sophistication and elegance throughout.

sanctuaries, became paramount.

extensive 3236 square metre site, with

It provides a spacious circulation zone

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FEATURED HOME

TOP LEFT Surrounded by beautiful vegetation, this elegant veranda-styled home is a haven where privacy and natural beauty converge. The expansive garden is a canvas where family living and special days with friends can be cherished. The large, shaded veranda is a bridge between the indoors and outdoors. BOTTOM LEFT This magnificent and spacious entrance area, with a timeless appeal and resplendent furniture, is a welcoming space that alludes to the elegant and spacious living within.

TOP RIGHT This sophisticated and spacious kitchen has eye-catching black and white cabinetry paired with black and white tiled flooring, capturing the essence of old-world charm.

The centrepiece island is an inviting gathering point. CENTRE This comfortable lounge with high ceilings that augment its spacious appeal is well positioned off the kitchen. BOTTOM This expansive and inviting veranda gracefully spans the entire front façade of the residence, providing multiple eating and relaxation areas whilst harmoniously blending the comfort of the home with the serenity of the surrounding garden.

that leads directly into the striking

within 300 square metres of level

black and white gourmet kitchen as

lawn. This generous lawned area also

well as the adjacent reception areas,

accommodates an outdoor eating area,

stylishly accentuated by gracious

augmenting the outdoor entertaining

chandeliers. The elegant lounge and

options area. There is also a TV lounge

integrated dining room lead out onto

and a family room that all interact

the oversized outdoor veranda area

with the shaded veranda area. The

that overlooks the salt-chlorinated

home holds four exceptional en suite

heated swimming pool positioned

bedrooms, and the master suite boasts palatial proportions featuring dual dressing areas, a sumptuous bathroom as well as outdoor access.

The indoor–outdoor connections of this captivating north-facing house and garden add immense value to daily living. Not only is there a seamless blend of practicality and spacious living areas that offer an idyllic retreat, but it also pays homage to the historical context of veranda-style homes. This architectural style continues to shape a harmonious co-existence between humans and their environment, while catering to the needs of modern living.

This home is available to purchase through Local Real Estate. For more information contact: Rory Anderson: 073 697 4159 Graham White: 071 797 6666 Richard Anderson: 083 358 5902 Jake Morgan: 082 607 1229

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Bikes, Coffee...

AND GOLF WORDS JODI CHETTY

Chilled. That is the first word that comes to mind after one meets Dane Vosloo, professional golfer and our recently appointed Golf Manager. Unarguably successful on the greens, Dane maintains a level of affability and approachability that makes you feel right at home in his company. Say hello to Dane!

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GOLF

D

ane waves jauntily from

(he had gallantly ordered one for

town, I was kind of pushed into sport

his desk as we begin our

me and was aghast when I said I

because we didn’t have enough boys to

walk down to the Fig

don’t drink coffee). “You don’t drink

field full sports teams.”

Tree Restaurant. His

coffee? How can I trust you, now?” He

motorbike helmet sits right next to his

chuckles as he stirs the first cup. “I

He recalls playing sport until under-13,

laptop, and it is the beginning of an

love coffee. All different types, really.

until high school, when most of his

interesting anecdote. “I started riding

I would happily go behind the bar and

classmates began leaving the town.

when I was around three years old,”

make you a solid cappuccino!”

“So, I played club cricket for Kokstad

Dane says. “I got into it because I enjoy

against adults. It wasn’t that enjoyable,

the solitude. I can hop on my bike,

While he is comfortable on the course,

because our teams were small, and the

go for a cup of coffee and then come

now, Dane was by no means a keen

games were not as fulfilling.”

back… and that’s my day.”

golfer growing up in the sleepy town

Ah, yes. Coffee.

of Kokstad, on the eastern boundary

So, thought Dane, he needed to find a

of KwaZulu-Natal. In fact, he thought

sport he could play alone. He played an

he would always play cricket. “I played

array of ball sports including squash,

Dane smiles as he shakes sugar into

every other sport besides golf,” Dane

and dabbled in polo for a bit, but golf

the two cappuccinos in front of him

sips his cappa. “Being from a small

was where life would take him.

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GOLF

He started playing when he was 14 years old. “I wasn’t too bad, mind you,” Dane leans back with a grin. “I played my first tournament on a Wednesday afternoon during exam time with a 27 handicap. I made 54 points, which was ridiculous.”

By 15 years old, Dane was handicapped 2, and he had still never been for a formal golf lesson. “Golf wasn’t recognised at my school, but with my parents’ support, I was able to keep playing. My mom would drop me off at the golf course in Kokstad in the morning and they would fetch me later in the afternoon. I would spend my days hitting thousands of golf balls.”

A trip to Cape Town a year later saw Dane at a golf academy, where he began to realise there was more to the world of golf. “I always wanted to play. I never

Since then, Dane has won the

Interestingly, Dane does not have a

thought of teaching. At that point, I didn’t

KwaZulu-Natal Regional Order of

favourite hole on the course. “Every

even know the PGA existed.”

Merit for eight consecutive years, the

hole has a unique aspect about

most for any PGA pro for a region in

it, and that’s why I enjoy playing

When he got his first job at the Golfers’

South Africa. He has also represented

Simbithi. The secret to the design

Club at 18, his coach suggested he

the PGA of South Africa twice,

of this course is that it’s never the

consider the Professional Golfers’

obtaining his Springbok colours. In

same, no matter how many times

Association. “Once I started

2019, he was part of the European

you play it. Regardless of your skill

understanding what the PGA was about,

Team Championships in Greece,

level, the course plays differently for

I decided to go for it. I started in 2010

against 24 other countries. In 2022,

different golfers, every time.”

and only then did I realise what a club

he represented South Africa in the

professional actually does. It was not my

inaugural Four Nations Tournament

His tip to mastering Simbithi is

aspiration, but I have found a good knack

against New Zealand, Australia and

sharp and clear: don’t overthink it.

for coaching, spotting faults, helping

Canada.

“I have seen it many times, Simbithi

golfers fix their swing. And, teaching juniors.”

has a way of humbling even the most Though he treasures the highlights,

experienced golfer. Some may think,

the impressive list of achievements

ah… it’s a par 3. How hard could it

does not change Dane at his core. “I

be? And, they walk back into the

have been fortunate to work at some

Pro Shop after with a completely

great clubs, meet some amazing

different opinion!” He laughs,

people and forged some great

knowingly. “Before you step onto the

“I have been fortunate to

friendships through the game.”

course, forget what you think you

work at some great clubs,

And, after six months at Simbithi,

might know. Keep your mind clear

Dane has more than found his feet.

and open and just take every hole as

meet some amazing

He describes his role as being the

it comes.”

people and forge some

you have to know how to do more

Dane, we are excited to have you at

great friendships

than a few jobs. Learn the rules of

the helm of golf!

through the game."

a draught if you need to, do a prize

To get in touch for golf lessons with

giving… I don’t do the same thing

Dane, e-mail

every day, and I like it.”

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ENVIRONMENTAL

WALK THEM. RUN THEM. RIDE THEM. WORDS JODI CHETTY PHOTOS CHRIS ALLAN PHOTOGRAPHY

They are five of our best ‘open’ secrets: our nature trails winding through the southern half of our Estate. Mannies, Mfuleni, Nsimbi, Tamboti and Mngeni, each with their own canvas of wonder and natural beauty. We recently upgraded our trails to include another group of our community, our cyclists. Walk them, run them and now, riiiiide, Simbithi, riiiide!

T

he trail upgrade project

“I walk them more regularly than

Glide and Ride classes and

began last year when

most, of course, but I am amazed

holiday clubs have taught many

our environmental

that I find something new to be

Simbithi littlies to ride, was

department sought to

excited about.”

already a friend of Simbithi. “I

bring the cycling community into

have been in the industry for 22

our trails’ story. “The trails have

At the time, SEEHOA partnered

years, riding, building trails and

been part of Simbithi for more

with respected cyclist and ‘trail

bicycles,” Ian shares. “The trails

than ten years,” Ayanda Duma,

architect’ Ian Wilson. Ian, who

on Simbithi are awesome because

Environmental Manager, shares.

owns STM Cycling and whose

they are different.

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ENVIRONMENTAL

You have different scenic routes

the environmental department

Ayanda and the environmental

on each one, from dams to forests,

and our Environmental, Social and

committee are instrumental in the

to savanna-type lands, wetlands

Governance (ESG) principles, was

upgrade, working closely with Ian.

and even sea views at some points.

sustainability and inclusion. “We

“As we built, we ensured we care

Whether you are walking or

wanted to build trails that everyone,

for our wildlife and not interrupt

running, and now cycling, there

from a beginner to advanced, can

their natural habitats. We also took

is so much to see.” When working

ride and enjoy. And, we wanted to

care to protect the privacy of our

through the first stages of the

build sustainably, so the trails would

residential areas with the new trail

upgrade, Ian’s focus as guided by

hold during adverse weather.”

sections.”

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ENVIRONMENTAL

"You have different scenic routes on each one, from dams to forests, to savanna-type lands, wetlands and even sea views at some points."

The trails now have ‘loops’, where riders may branch off. These have adjacent ‘chicken runs’, which are designed to challenge more technical riders. The trails are being graded to indicate their levels of difficulty, which will allow riders to choose their routes and use the loops to cut in and out of their path. The upgrades are continuing, with regular engagements with our cycling community to hear their opinions and feedback.

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“This project speaks to several

Scan the QR code below to watch

points in our strategy,” Ayanda

our cycling trails come to life.

explains. “Our vision to guarantee

Check out the full video of Ayanda

sustainability, our mission for pre-

and Ian on our YouTube channel.

eminence, our strategic initiatives of collaboration and ESG, and embracing technology.

The next phases include translating the changes on the trails to a map

And, to join the cycling community

and placing QR codes on the routes to

on WhatsApp, WhatsApp us on

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A Forever Kinda

Coffee WORDS JODI CHETTY PHOTO COURTNEY WARREN

Nowadays, “let’s go for a coffee” is a platitude tossed around between colleagues, friends, even acquaintances who need to catch up or discuss something. For Amanda Clinton and James Bruce, however, coffee – specifically the java from the Heron Pizzeria – was the beginning of a journey to forever. Let’s celebrate a Simbithi engagement!

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RESIDENT FEATURE

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RESIDENT FEATURE

“It’s a funny story,” Amanda, a special needs teacher, giggles when asked how she and James, a trader, met five years ago. “Tinder! I swiped left and deleted the app after I found James. I didn’t need to look anymore.” The couple met for coffee at Starbucks and found they had common interests and mutual friends. Love began to brew, just like a good cup of coffee.

Amanda, who has lived on Simbithi for more than 10 years, soon invited James to the Estate to meet her parents, Grant and Larissa. It was not long before James also found a home in Simbithi, and he is now a permanent

"James asked me to go for a walk, which was strange, but I went along with it"

fixture at the Country Club, either

Amanda remembers. “Of course, I

as part of the SEMS golf group or

said yes.” The stunning engagement

at the Fig Tree Restaurant a few

ring is a Kevin Hall original, of Hall’s

times a week. “Even the kitchen

Jewellers, also a Simbithi resident.

knows James, his laugh and his usual

The couple hosted a celebratory

orders!” In September, James and

lunch at the Simbithi Gallery and are

Amanda went for their usual coffee

planning an engagement party on the

date at the Heron. “James asked me

Pavilion Deck.

to go for a walk, which was strange, but I went along with it,” Amanda

Proud mom Larissa Clinton shared

recalls. As they walked, Amanda

that they were all involved with the

spied her best friend of 24 years,

surprise. Her hope is for the couple

photographer Courtney Warren’s,

to keep Simbithi as their permanent

pregnant belly peeking out from

home and: “fill the Simbithi kids’ play

behind a pole.

area with a bunch of children one day!”

As they got to the jetty overlooking

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the dam, James got down on one knee

Amanda and James, from the entire

and asked Amanda to marry him. “My

Simbithi family, congratulations on

first reaction was ‘wow, that’s huge!’

your engagement, and best wishes for

when I looked at the beautiful ring,”

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These Are a Few

of My Favourite (Simbithi) Things

…snowflakes that stay on noses and eyelashes. Brown paper packages tied up with string. Bright copper kettles. Crisp apple strudels. Schnitzel with noodles. We may not be huddled up on a bed during a Salzburg thunderstorm, but there are more than a few things to call your favourite right here, at home in Simbithi! We asked a few of our staff and residents to share their favourite things about Simbithi so you have a guide ready for the holidays: go on, then, channel your inner Maria Von Trapp and let’s twirl to “The Sound of Simbithi”.

“Interacting with our lovely residents

“Golf, fishing, dinner at the Fig Tree

and ending our conversations with

Restaurant and engaging with the

a smile.” - Charles Ntanzi (Legal &

friendly staff and community. And,

Compliance Clerk)

of course, drinking wine with my besties at the Drop Zone Bar.” -

“Going on a nature walk.” - Vivienne

Marlynee Naicker (Resident)

Jackson (Resident) “I love that children can ride around “Living safely with freedom to move.”

on their bikes, go visit their friends,

- Emma Smal (Resident)

pop into Heron. It’s just a safe space.

It’s so beautiful driving in and out

“Golf, nature trails and wildlife and

and around the Estate. The wildlife is

the safe, secure living environment.

amazing.” - Lee Banks (Resident)

Not to mention the dog parks and lovely, friendly staff!” - Sue Clarke

“So many things. Walking, cycling,

(Resident)

meals at the Fig Tree, pizzas from

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COMMUNITY

the Heron, enjoying the beauty of a well-maintained Estate. Watching the ongoing improvements, seeing children playing everywhere, the friendly security guys and gals at the gate. Having GMs who are approachable and listen.” - Terry Dearling (Resident) “Walking on trails, braai-ng and swimming at the community centres, and pizza at Heron.” - Ashley Maclachlan (Resident)

“Walking, running and cycling around the Estate.” - Hayley Browne

“Definitely the sense of peace

(Resident)

and freedom to walk around. The convenience of a pizza at the Heron,

“Golf and a leisurely walk.” - Daisy

or a coffee at the Fig Tree with Milk

Govender (Resident)

Lab almond milk (thanks, Craig!). As you drive through the gates, you can

“Walking trails, our Fig Tree

breathe a sigh of relief. You are home.”

Restaurant and how well Simbithi is

- Candice Elliot (Resident)

managed.” - Kirsty Bissett (Resident)

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COMMUNITY

“Simbithi has the best trail walks and the cheesecake from the Fig Tree Restaurant – so yummy!”

- Ranee Naidoo (SEEHOA Creditors’ Clerk)

“Walking at dawn or dusk on the trails, introducing grandkids to the butterflies, snakes, frogs and chameleons, sundowners and family picnics or braais at the various community centres, the birding walks, taking grandkids on the golf cart for a night drive, daily greetings and chats with the amazing security guards at the gates. Swimming at Heron with the grandkids, just chilling at home and watching the wildlife explore our garden with our friends,

“Meeting and engaging with my

trail and ending up at the Heron to

Fig Tree Restaurant’s dinners and

colleagues makes me happy.”- Dysan

buy ice cream!” - Krishni Padayachee

Sunday breakfasts, Firsties, especially

Parasaraman (Security Manager)

(SEEHOA Accounts Manager)

relaxing at home, trail walks.” - Margi

“Simbithi has the best trail walks and the

“The enthusiastic greetings from

Lilienfeld (Resident)

cheesecake from the Fig Tree Restaurant

our guards at the gates. It doesn’t

– so yummy!”- Ranee Naidoo (SEEHOA

matter how many times I drive

Creditors’ Clerk)

through any of our gates, I always

if Rockhaven is playing, suppers and

“Driving or walking around Simbithi and seeing the hard work of our maintenance

get a HELLO MAMA CHETTEEEEEEE

teams.” - Gary McKenzie (Facilities &

“Going around the Estate on the shuttle.”

every single time, and it always turns

Maintenance Manager)

- Prisha Dhoopraj (SEEHOA Internal

my frown upside down. I also love

Audit)

the closeness of our team, and how I

“Socialising with our staff and playing

always get a cheery ‘hey, J’, wherever

golf, when I have a moment.” - Nicky

“Going to Heron to buy ice cream on our

I am.” - Jodi Chetty (Marketing &

Misra (Technical Manager)

lunch break… or, sometimes going on a

Communications Co-Ordinator)

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HEALTH

Making the World Easier to See TIPS FOR THOSE WITH LOW VISION

F

or those in our Simbithi community with low vision, an underlying eye condition can mean that ordinary glasses are not of sufficient help and stronger-than-normal glasses, optical magnifiers, and digital low-vision aids are needed.

The medical care from your ophthalmologist (to manage and stabilise the eye condition as much as possible) and the practical care from your optometrist with a special interest in low vision (in helping you to work around difficulties with visual tasks) are both important in navigating your visual difficulties. Having said this, environmental design and adaptations may also make things noticeably easier to see.

Lighting is an important tool and can be one of the primary reasons why your glasses may seem to work at some

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times but not others. Angle-poise lights, aimed away from your eyes to avoid glare and directly on what you are trying to see (from as close a distance as is practical) often provide a surprising benefit to clarity. The type of lighting is important too. Clear, white light is often the most beneficial, but warmer colours may be considered if your eyes feel more comfortable with these. These lights can be used for so many daily tasks: writing, reading, preparing food, eating, using the TV remote, applying makeup, and other “skills of daily living”.

Colour choices also matter. White soap on a white background may blend into the background, while coloured soap stands out far more boldly. Consider this when buying toothpaste, shampoo, tablecloths, crockery, etc. Coffee cups might be white on the inside and dark on the outside so that it is easier to see the contrasting colours at the rim

when aiming the kettle to pour water.

Contrasting edging on steps or railings are good safety features.

Colour-coded (and raised to be tactile) labels can also be used on TV remote controls, appliance dials, etc.

Larger print is of course easier to see.

Consider this when setting up digital devices (take a look at the options of accessibility settings in cellphones, tablets and computers). Large print calculators, telephones, kitchen scales, rulers, etc. are also available.

From a safety perspective, be sure to keep walkways clear and well-lit, ideally having rounded edges on furniture, granite kitchen tops and door handles.

Simple adaptations like these, and working with your optometrist experienced in low vision care, can go a long way in making the visual environment more accessible.

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Healthy for the

HOLIDAYS WORDS JODI CHETTY

The summer holidays in Simbithi are usually synonymous with a few things: gorgeous, sunny days lounging by the pool, strolls in nature and, of course, loosening up the routine from the frenzied year gone by. Late sleeps, leisurely meals - what could possibly be better?

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HEALTH

N

ow, if regular gym sessions

on water between drinks and food

and diet sodas to bring down your

are not on the agenda for

will help you consume a bit less, keep

overall intake.

this holiday, and you are

you hydrated and help with cravings.

6. Look at the calories and macros of

not keen to pull on your

2. Keep your protein intake up. Make

foods on the packaging before you

fitness gear or lug your gym bag with

sure to include protein with every

eat or drink. This way, you are aware

you, we are here to help. Simbithi

meal and make it the bulk of each

of what you are putting into your

Gymnasium personal trainer Tyler

meal. This fills you for longer, helps

body.

Williams and biokineticist Paula

with cravings and helps keep you on

Hertzberger share a few tips to keep healthy during the holidays.

Contrary to the pressures some may feel during the holidays, there are still ways to enjoy yourself without overindulging, Tyler shares.

Here are her tips: 1. Keep your water intake up. Sipping

track.

3. Bring healthy snacks for your

When it comes to exercise, Tyler suggests keeping it simple and

contribution to lunches and dinners.

uncomplicated:

This way, there’s a healthier choice

1. Keep your steps up by going for

and you’re less tempted.

4. Choose one or two “treats” when

walks. You can break them up into two shorter walks by doing one in the

there’s a spread out. You don’t have

morning and one in the afternoon. If

to eat it all just because it’s there.

you get the whole family involved, it

5. Alcohol calories count. Choose low-

won’t feel like a dedicated workout.

calorie mixers like sparkling water

2. Light jogs or runs are a great way to

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HEALTH

burn a few calories and keep your

inflammatories reduce natural tissue

fitness up without taking too much

healing, rather use ice or heat.

time away from your holiday.

COMPRESSION: To reduce swelling

3. There is so much you can do

use a bandage or strapping

with a bodyweight workout. You

EDUCATION: Your body knows the

can get your heart pumping and

best. Let your body heal naturally and

muscles working by doing a simple

listen to your body.

bodyweight programme, including

&

some Pilates exercises and HIIT

LOAD: Pain should guide your

exercises to get your heart going and

progression of movement and

end off with a light stretch. Ask your

exercises. Your body will be able to

trainer for a holiday programme or

tell you when it is happy for you to

online sessions if you are unsure of

increase your load.

what exercises to do.

OPTIMISM: Positivity is a way of

4. Choose activities that get you

conditioning your brain for optimal

moving. Family tennis, adventurous

recovery

hikes, going for a swim and walks on

VASCULARISATION: To Increase the

the beach all count.

blood flow to your repairing tissues, choose pain-free cardiovascular

If you happen to overdo it slightly or

activities.

pick up an injury while enjoying a

EXERCISE: Adopt an active approach

holiday activity, Paula shares some

to your recovery journey by

guidelines from Blaise-Dubois and

restoring your mobility, strength and

Esculier on how to exercise safely.

proprioception.

“Exercise is medicine,” says Paula.

“If you have a soft tissue injury or a ‘niggle’ it simply needs PEACE and LOVE.” PROTECTION: Avoid movements and activities that increase your pain.

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