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THE WILDS NEWSDESK
eTrumpeter OFFICIAL BI-MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF
THE
NOVEMBER 2020
THE WILDS LIMIT GLOPORTAL - VisitorSPEED Management
CONTENT
This magazine is designed & published in partnership by :
• Estate Contact details
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• A word from the General Manager
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• A word from the Estate Manager
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• The Wilds Security
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• Speed Limit
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• Registered Service Providers
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• Coronavirus Covid-19 Impact: Current status 13
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Estate Contact Details Brendan Olivier (General Manager)
brendan@the-wilds.co.za
3701
Ronel Mulvaney (Estate Manager)
ronel@the-wilds.co.za
3702
charmaine@the-wilds.co.za
3703
Charmaine Strange (Secretary)
Dolf Stolz (Supervisor)
dolf@the-wilds.co.za
If you experience any problems regarding access cards or biometrics, please contact Gate 1 (one). Tel no 012-996 0551
AFTER-HOURS AND WEEKEND CONTACT NUMBERS:
Gate 1 Fibre to Fibre phone: 3301 or 3302 Gate 2 Fibre to Fibre phone: 3402 or 3403
Estate office [Clubhouse]
012 940 8285 & 012 996 0123
IPECS numbers:
3701, 3702 & 3703
Gate one [Admin office ]
012 996 0551/3303
Gate two [Security control office]
012 996 1062
SECURITY Contract Manager: Barry Willemse 082-978 3644
IPECS Number: 3601
Duty Managers
082 978 3288
24/7
Control room
012 996-1062
IPECS Number: 3602
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We are approaching the festive season, and in this strange year, we all have an opportunity to look back (to learn), to look around (to experience) and to look forward (to plan).
Covid-19 is still disrupting this year and the lives of all in the estate, some more than others. It is hoped that all will have an opportunity to spend time with loved ones, enjoy good health, friendship and to relax a bit.
Within our estate we are blessed with a lot more blessings than what so many people are having. Unfortunately, there are also people experiencing real hardship and our thoughts go out to them. Some angels are walking around inside our estate and they are doing sterling work!
Enjoy the times and keep safe, healthy and responsible!
Brendan Olivier
General Manager
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Refuse collection days: The bin must be placed on the pavement by 07:00 Monday: Elephant Hills, Leopards Den, Lions Head, Flamingo Place, Tuesdays: Buffalo Creek, Cheetahs View, Rhino Ridge, Kingfisher Mews, Kudu Park, Impala Park, Springbok Park, Wednesdays: Eagle View, Falcon Crest, Weavers Nest If you require more dustbins, please e-mail Charmaine Strange at: charmaine@the-wilds.co.za Note: only owners my order additional bins.
Guidelines to submit amended plans: Full and Sectional Titles homes 1. We require 4 architect drawings A1 size of the amended plans, and the amended areas must be marked in red. 2. Proof of payment for scrutiny must also be submitted when the plans are submitted. Mid-City Property Service can be contacted to forward an invoice: Angelique Botha 012 426 3432. Scrutiny cost R1000.00 3. Pending on the amendment - neighbour approval could also be required, and for Sectional titles we require a resolution.
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From the desk f the Estate Manager
4. The Aesthetics Committee only meet on Fridays if, Amendments that currently only need HOA • The total coverage plans were submitted before a Wednesday 12:00. approval: Full and Sectional Titles homes • Neighbours facing the solar panels to sign the plan – only for Full Title homes 5. When approval occur, we will inform you to collect 3 View: Rule 2 Building Design Guidelines point 2.8. of the 4 plans, for you to arrange Tshwane approval. Gardens: The look of all gardens is very important Please note: Geysers or any type of water cylinder may for the image of the Estate therefore it must be kept One copy remains on HOA file. not be installed on top of the roof. It must be installed maintained: View Rule B Streetscape point 1. Various 6. After Tshwane approval, you need to arrange an inside the roof. areas in our Estate are being upgraded and improved. inspection with the inspector at Tshwane to issue a We would like to thank all the relevant people who are Regarding Solar Panels: Full Title homes and for contributing and assisting us. new occupancy certificate for the amended plan. Sectional Titles we require the resolution as well. 7. Tshwane also requires a glazing certificate for the Covid-19: Our sincerest sympathy to the families who window before the new occupancy certificate will be 1. We require your roof plans with the drawing of lost their love ones due to this unforeseen virus. We the solar panels marked in red that will show the appeal to and thank our residents for adhering to the issued. following COVID Rules & Regulations together with the curfew 8. The HOA requires a copy of the amended approved • Which side of the roof the solar panels will be restriction. Wearing of masks, sanitising of hands and Tshwane plan and the new occupancy certificate for mounted, social distancing play a big role in not getting infected. the amended plan. • The size of each panel
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From the desk f the Estate Manager
Estate Agents must be registered at the HOA Fibre: Please note, only the Telkom Community Help How to book the Clubhouse Hall or Lapa’s: Desk can assist you with any fibre queries or new • Give the office a call to ensure that the date is available Office services: 0800 111 250 the code for the Wilds 45081# • Visit our Website: www.the-wilds.co.za • No parties allowed at the pool • Only owners my book or on behave of their tenants • Do not enter your username or password How to: • You full Mid-City account must be paid to date – • On the headings above scroll through the contracts to obtain the contract Book for Tennis or Squash: proof required • Go on Google Chrome and visit: www.the-wilds.co.za • Visit: www.the-wilds.co.za
Book a table for the Market day: Hermann is • Enter your username and password • Do not enter your username or password our independent Site-Co-Ordinator and can • On the headings above view: My Estate - the booking • On the headings above scroll through the contracts to be contacted on 072 760 8629. sheet will be found obtain this contract Placing an advertisement in the e-Trumpeter • A booking will only be made when the HOA office Apply for an RF-Tag: Magazine: Black Marble Media can be receive the signed contract from the owner and e-mailed at: wilma@blackmarblemedia.co.za • Currently, there is a maximum allowance of only 4 proof that the Mid-City account is fully paid – to enquire about the cost etc. RF-Tags per stand Confirmation of the booking will be sent. • Visit Gate 1 and the Access Control Officer will assist you
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From the desk f the Estate Manager
If you have a complaint, suggestion or a letter of thanks, please use the correct platform by e-mailing Estate Management: brendan@thewilds.co.za / ronel@the-wilds.co.za. Note, all measures must be taken to solve any matter between neighbours and by informing the Security before the complaint is lodged with Estate Management.
Should you need any information that cannot be found on our website or on the latest e-Trumpeter Magazine - we are just a phone call away: HOA Office: 012 940 8285. Kind Regards,
Ronel Mulvaney 8
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security
1. The curfew times are still in place from 00h00 to 04h00 and you are requested to keep to those times.
case in the estate, where the wearing of masks is still compulsory in public areas.
2. RF tags have proven to be a very good measure against Covid-19 infection and germ transfer in general. Thanks to all the residents using these.
4. Clubhouse, parks and sporting areas: Please adhere to the regulations relating to maximum persons per event (50) or group (10) when visiting the braai areas. Sport regulations do not allow for spectators and as always the application of the basic rules as set out later in the newsletter.
3. There has been a general relaxation of the wearing of masks in public. Luckily that has not been the
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speed limit Please do not exceed the speed limit: Trumpeter`s Loop maximum 40 Km/h Sub-Estates maximum 20 Km/h Sectional-Title Complexes maximum 15 Km/h Camera speed control is being put in place and the first offenders have been caught.
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Coronavirus Covid-19 Impact: Rule changes and additions The rules were changed in line with the lockdown regulations issued by government. These changes are temporary and will change as the levels and ministerial rules are changed. You will be kept informed at all times. In essence, the basic rules are: • Stay at home, • Only go out to purchase essential goods (food, medicine) or to go to hospital or a funeral or to fill up, • Wear a mask when going out, • Do keep the social distance of at least 1 meter. • Sanitise, very often.
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Coronavirus Covid-19 Impact: Effects on the HOA The HOA still functions as before, with the only real difference being that very limited physical meetings are being held by the board or any of the committees. Most decisions required are made on a virtual platform. Depending on the length of restrictions, members will be informed of any changes to the AGM or any SGM if so required. The board members are all fully conversant with the developments relating to the lockdown and do take the required steps where necessary. Estate management are working mostly from office, but do operate
from home at times, where they are fully online and involved with all things happening inside (and outside) the estate. Their personal telephone numbers have been communicated to members. There will always be someone at the office during business hours.
Effects on BC`s The trustees of the body corporates are now allowed to meet but can also do their business on a virtual platform. Employees: What is the situation: All employees are now back in service. Our advice is still to go without home staff if at all possible, especially for the elderly
residents. From an economic perspective it is very important to pay your staff, where possible, as the most important thing to do to get the economy going again, is to spend money.
Help: Where to get and how to give. The festive season is also a very hard time for many people who are in a distressed situation. Keep those in mind and donate where you can. Only by giving will you receive. Sunette Greeff 082 801 7649 and Jason Oberholster 081 212 3220 are both residents who are serious about helping those in need. Help where you can. Please. 14
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Gardens Summer is here in all ferocity. That includes heatwaves, thunderstorms and long days. The gardening committee is busy with some very exciting plans to do a renewal and rejuvenation of our gardens. Any resident with ideas, extra plan(t)s or advice is invited to contact us.
Levels We are on level 1 now, which does result in most areas of commerce and travel being open for activity. It is expected that travel will be allowed over the festive season and that there will not be a reverse to a higher level. Please keep to the basic rules of Covid-19 protection, being regular washing of hands, sanitising, keeping social distance and staying at home where possible.
The Park in The Wilds Plans have been drawn up to cater for a Trimpark, pumptrack and a pond, all in a serene and natural environment. We are awaiting approval by Tshwane’s parks division.
Speeding Please keep to the speed limits. They are there to protect the residents and all other people in the Estate, with particular focus on the youth. The fact that there are fewer vehicles on the roads do not mean you can now drive as you like!
Market Day Herman Schuld and his team are back onsite, delivering wonderful foods, crafts and other interesting things you will have to come look at yourself. Every 2nd Friday is becoming a very relaxed home cooking experience, with food coming from the Market Day providers for many households.
Registered Service Providers The normal registered service providers are now allowed into the estate, but must adhere to the following rules: They must be permitted as a business to operate, being an approved provider of essential goods or services, and the driver must likewise be permitted to do the deliveries. With regards to residents doing business inside the estate, the situation is that we are well aware of the severe constriction of economic activity and do not wish to limit the activities of our members. There are, however, stringent regulations which has to be applied at all times. See page 12.
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NEWS
Committees at Work News from the various committees are as follows:
Clubhouse: Chaired by Mr Gilbert Muller Due to the Covid-19 situation the committee has decided not to do a Christmas event this year. This decision has been based on the view that it would be best not to expose lots of children, parents and grandparents to this virus, until it has been eradicated. The committee are already working on some virtual activities for the young and young at heart early in the new year. Finances: Chaired by Mr Alex Philippou This important committee is currently in the unenviable process of looking at budgets, financial statements and all those very important matters. Security: Chaired by Genl (ret) Ben Groenewald The security committee is a very active committee, working very hard on ensuring optimal security. There are several changes and improvements currently underway, including the curtailing of access cards; the improvement of the voice-quality of calls made; lighting in the clubhouse area; lighting at the two “farm gates� and at the waterpump building; synchro of the sirens; improved access for visitors, including the implementation of the no code - no access system for visitors.
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NEWS
Committees at Work (cont.) Aesthetics: Chaired by Mr Christo Myburgh
How to get a Pre-Clearance Code: Note: not all the phones are the same, herewith the basics • • • • • • • • • •
You firstly need to register at Gate 1 as a resident Hereafter you can: Download the GloVisitor App Verify your cell number An OPT pin will be sent to your phone Enter the pin as requested Go to bookings Invite Contact Choose: if the person is a visitor, pedestrian or contractor Choose from your contact list the person who will visit you Thereafter, invite by choosing one of the following: WhatsApp or SMS - this is how the recipient will receive the code • You and the recipient will receive a message with the code • Visitor to present the drivers licence a pre-clearance code to the officer at the gate. • You will not be phoned but will receive a WhatsApp or SMS message on your phone, announcing the visitor.
The beauty of the estate, the “look and feel” as well as the conforming to the rules regarding aesthetic changes are all part of the responsibility of the committee. Every change of ownership involves this committee and there is a lot of, sometimes very intricate, work to be done on a weekly basis. Rules & Fines: Chaired by Mr Danie Schoeman Those members, tenants, visitors, contractors and others not giving heed to the rules of the estate, will have to deal with this committee. During the past month a large number of speeding offences were reported, as were cases of attempts to enter in an unauthorised manner; noise and nuisance as well as children misbehaving (mostly due to frustrations with the lockdown). Gardening: Chaired by Mr Rupert Oberholster This new committee is taking up the very comprehensive task of managing the gardens. In process currently is the plans for the park, mentioned above, the planting of new plants and trees, the upgrading of our circles (with the new lighting) and many other tasks. Some of the circles were allocated to keen gardeners residing in the estate, willing to contribute to a better estate. More hands are always welcome.
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RECIPE OF THE MONTH :
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN PITA POCKETS Sautéed chicken stuffed pita pockets are flavour enriched with diced tomatoes, cucumbers, creamy dill yogurt sauce and crumbled feta cheese – perfect for a summer’s day.
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https://www.readyseteat.com/recipes-Mediterranean-Chicken-Pita-Pockets-8036
RECIPE OF THE MONTH: SERVINGS: 6 TOTAL TIME TO PREP AND MAKE: 30 MIN WHAT YOU NEED: • • • • • • • • • • •
2/3 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 3/4 teaspoon garlic salt, divided 2 tablespoons olive oil 500 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin slices 1 small punnet of fresh cherry tomatoes 3 whole wheat pita pocket breads, cut in half 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber 3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese 1/2 sliced red onion
1. Stir together yogurt, lemon juice, dill and 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt in small bowl; set aside. 2. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring occasionally. 3. Spread yogurt mixture evenly inside pita pockets; top with cucumber slices and diced tomatoes. Divide chicken mixture evenly and spoon into pita pockets; top evenly with cheese and red onion. 4. Serve immediately.
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