Heritage Hill Estate | October 2021

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IMPORTANT CONTACT NUMBERS ESTATE SECURITY Control Room: 076 936 5249 Main Gate: 012 657 2350 (or extension 11111) Thorburn Security: Security Manager Joseph Phiri, 066 485 9541 jphiri@thorburn.co.za PRETOR Group: Levy Enquiries Portfolio Manager Connie Stergianos Switchboard: 012 001 9000 / ConnieS@pretor.co.za SAPS

012 654 2121/3131 011 316 3010 SAPS Flying Squad 10111 Fire Brigade, Lyttelton: 082 612 0509

AMBULANCE Emer-G-Med: 0861 007 911 Netcare: 082 911/086 133 2332 ER 24: 084 124 EMERGENCY CARE Midstream Medi Clinic: 012 652 9102 Medical Centres Midstream: 087 805 5222 NHC (Brakfontein Road): 012 762 6300 Midpharm Pharmacy: 012 940 9000/1 NHC Pharmacy: 012 762 6333 Bees; Snakes & Pest Control: Nico: 071 640 5543 Snake Bite Assist: Arno 083 739 9303 Snake Catcher: Hermien 082 388 2196

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Water & Electrical supply problems: 012 358 6690

Estate Manager Jaco Lombard 012-657 2329 (or extension 2495) 082 495 2801 manager@heritagehill.co.za

NETWORK & DSTV SERVICE PROVIDER Supersonic 0861 SUPERS(787 377) info@supersonic.co.za

Administration Elsa van Schalkwyk 082 877 4175 admin@heritagehill.co.za WEBSITE www.heritagehill.co.za 2021 | I ssue 5 5

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WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THAT ONE DAY WE WOULD BE EXPERIENCING SO MANY SPECIAL MOMENTS THROUGH SCREENS? Graduations, game nights, saying hello to new additions to the family for the first time, saying goodbye to old friends and even simply saying ‘I love you’ to our children and grandchildren.

We know that although virtual connections have been a lifeline for many, there’s nothing quite like seeing the smiles on our family’s faces or hearing the sound of their laughter in the same room.

That’s why we’re committed to bringing loved ones across the globe together again, safely.

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Dear Heritage Hill Residents With the Covid-19 lockdown easing into level 2, we are grateful that we can be outdoors and enjoy the company of friends and family again. Most of the gardens within the estate have received the spring treatment, and new growth is visible everywhere around us.

Whilst we await the rainy season, we wish to remind residents that water is a scarce and important commodity, and should not be wasted but used wisely and sparingly. We remind residents, that stage 1 water restrictions are currently in place, and therefore no irrigation should be done between the hours of 06h00 and 18h00.

We wish to thank residents for keeping their properties in good condition, as many homes are being painted and renovated currently.

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ESTATE NEWS We request that residents please consult the Estate approved colour-palette, before choosing a paint colour. If you are uncertain if a paint colour is acceptable, please contact the HOA, who will be able to advise in this regard. Please be reminded that before installing any permanent structure, you must have the plans for the proposed structure approved by the HOA and local authority to avoid any financial loss.

We have received numerous enquiries regarding Internet service providers. Supersonic operates an open fibre access policy with approved Internet service providers, providing services across the Supersonic fibre infrastructure. The following Internet service providers are available to residents wishing to utilize the fibre infrastructure in the estate: • • • • • • • • • •

Accelerit (accelerit.co.za) Coolideas (coolideas.co.za) Directel (direvtel.co.za) Firestream (firestream.co.za) Home Connect (home-connect.co.za) IP Labs Communication (ipcomms.co.za) Level 7 (level-7.co.za) PacketSky (packetsky.com) Supersonic (supersonic.co.za) Vodacom (Vodacom.co.za)

Residents are encouraged to contact their preferred provider directly.

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Nea Prop t/a 3%.com Danielle - dani@threepercent.com; Louise - louise@threepercent.com; Mabette - mabette@threepercent.com

• Pam Golding Properties Celia - celia.maartens@pamgolding.co.za: Judilie -Judilie.liebenberg@pamgolding.co.za •

Piek Team Derick – derickpiek@gmail.com; Karin - karin@piekteam.co.za; Leoné - leone@piekteam.co.za

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Realnet Properties Yolande - yolandem@realnet.co.za; Amanda - amandavdb@realnet.co.za; Ronel - ronells@realnet.co.za

• Remax Infoglobe Ananda - ananda@remaxinfo.co.za • Seeff Properties Karen - karen.mcewen@seeff.com; Riana - riana.benade@seeff.com • Sothebyrealty Jermaine - jermaine@sothebysrealty.co.za • Waypoint Real Estate Janus - office@waypointrealestate.co.za; Yanuzka-yanuzka@waypointrealestate.co.za

We would like to encourage you to make use of our 15 affiliated estate agencies, if you are considering selling or need tenants for your home.

Kindly note when a resident sells his/her house he/she has to ensure that the stand/property is in compliance with all relevant estate rules and guidelines (e.g., front gardens, house paint colour etc.)

• Aula Karen – agent3@aulaproperty.co.za; Yvette – agent@aulaproperty.co.za

The compliance of these rules will be enforced before the clearance letter is issued before any property can be sold.

• Environ Properties Jan – jan@environprop.net

We therefore encourage your compliance with the estate rules.

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Karen Jonker Properties Craig – craigwestcott96@gmail.com; Llew – llew.potgieter@gmail.com Karis Properties Liesel– liesel@karisproperties.co.za

A big thank you to all residents who help in making our Estate a wonderful place to live by complying with our rules and by being considerate of others.

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Keller Williams Realty Cedric - cedric.brewis@kwsa.co.za; Felecia - felecia.lawrence@kwsa.co.za; Michael - Michael.yelverton@kwsa.co.za

• Leapfrog Properties Anita - anita.mccallaghan@leapfrog.co.za; René - rene.vandermerwe@leapfrog.co.za • Letting Experts Dirk - dirk@lettingexperts.co.za 8 Issue 5 | 2021

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We urge all residents that may be driving, walking, exercising, or just out enjoying the open spaces of our estate, to report any maintenance issues i.e. burst pipes, non-functional fountains, damaged property, damaged sprinklers, etc. directly via the app to the HOA for action. We do appreciate the extra sets of eyes.

Please take care, stay positive, and find some time for having fun and smiling.

Regards, Jaco Lombard

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pring has finally sprung in South Africa after an extremely moody Winter season. The weather is quickly improving, bringing with it a less morbid looking turf with the plants full of life once more! It’s the perfect time to start up your vegetable patch again. Don’t have one? You should really get one going, the benefits are endless! For starters, it’s a great activity for the kids to take part in, the flavour of fresh produce is better and some even say fresh vegetables are healthier than the veggies you get at the stores.

As estate landscape maintenance specialists, the garden group knows how to make plants flourish all year round, thanks to our 35years of experience. In This piece, the garden group will guide you through the process of creating a rewarding vegetable garden and advise you on which vegetables will be best for growing in October and November. You might be asking what vegetables we recommend, or which vegetables are best to grow during this beautiful time of year.

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In this piece, The Garden Group will give you some useful insights that will guide you through the process of starting and maintaining a rewarding vegetable garden and we’ll also be advising you on the best vegetables to grow in the months of October and November. You might be wondering what vegetables we recommend, or which vegetables are best to grow during this beautiful time of year. Well…

There are a few things to take into consideration when growing vegetables; just like security estate gardens have completely different care requirements than a residential garden, for instance, your vegetable garden will also have completely different care requirements than the rest of your garden. No one vegetable patch is similar to another, and yours will vary vastly from your neighbors’ depending on your unique taste and needs. You’ve got to consider factors such as sun direction and the amount of sunlight exposure, the size of the garden and what gets used the most in your household, these factors will mostly impact what you ultimately choose to grow in your vegetable patch.

When deciding what to grow in our temperamental South African weather, remember that shade can be cleverly used as a way to help plants that don’t thrive in the heat. On the flip side you can take advantage of the heat with “vegetables” like tomatoes who enjoy a good sunbath - just ensure that they get between 8 to 12 hours of sunlight per day.

Deciding what to plant can be difficult in the beginning, and “Googling” it is bound to throw you off by bombarding you with conflicting information, that’s why we’ve taken the liberty to compiled a list of some plants to choose from, these can all either be grown from seedlings or through directly purchasing some small plants to start the journey (just remember, seedlings can be sensitive to hot weather and heavy rain.)

A few of the popular choices: Spinach (especially ‘Bright Lights’) beetroot, lettuce, bush beans, eggplant, chillies and leeks,

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all of these are compact growing vegetables. You can also plant most of these vegetables in pots, the rule of thumb is, the size of the pot will determine the size of the sprout.

Do you like making fresh salads?

Tomatoes – good varieties are; Heinz 1370, Moneymaker, Oxheart and Floridade, cucumber is also a great option if you have the space, it’s a vigorous creeper that can quickly overgrow in smaller gardens, Lettuce is also a great option, especially those that don’t form a head, like Lollo Rossa and Lollo Biondo with these varieties individual leaves can be harvested for up to three months! Radishes to add some flavour – Sparkler and CherryBelle are amazing varieties, but certainly not least; Sprouts are an excellent choice for the less patient ones, they present the easiest way to get fresh salad greens in less than a month and are incredibly healthy too.

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Some extra Green Hacks: • For lettuce, try to use a spot that shade or dappled sunlight exposure to the harsh summer in the lettuce quickly spiking

gets afternoon because full sun will result and seeding.

• Provide as much sun as possible to fruit bearing plants such as tomatoes to ensure that the plants produce more!

• “Healthy soil = Healthy plants” add some organic fertilizers and compost to your soil and consider mulching to ensure your plants have healthy soil to grow in, this will not only improve growth but will also make your plants more pest resistant.

• Control pests by using companion plants such as Marigolds, wild garlic and other plants that either keep pests away or attract them to ensure that they stay away from your vegetables.

• When using pesticides, ensure that they are not dangerous to humans and pets, organic pesticides such as Diatomaceous earth and Neem oil are great options.

• Don’t kill the good guys! Beneficial insects such as ladybugs help to control pests by eating them - the innocent looking ladybug eats up to sixty aphids per day! There are hundreds, if not thousands of insects that will help keep your plants healthy and safe, so do your homework before killing off the good guys!

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DECOR

BALANCING FEMININITY

IN A SHARED SPACE In any home, it’s important that everyone has a purpose and be given a place in which to happily fulfil that purpose.

The beliefs that dictate how we use the space in our homes are deeply entrenched and inseparable in the western world from the roles we were expected to play. However, with the rise of millennial couples, attitudes towards who is responsible for what types of tasks in the home are changing.

Understand your relationship dynamics

Truly excellent interior design has the power to make our homes inclusive spaces that empower us to fulfil the kinds of domestic roles we choose. Building spaces to enable confidence where you live & work, that pays attention to the division of domestic responsibilities, can create healthier happier relations.

Our ideas of masculinity and femininity and how culture influences our home lives is ever-evolving and complex. Both our cultural dynamics and relationship dynamics profoundly impacts the design process of shares spaces because they link to how we function in a space and therefore what we will need from it to thrive.

Kim Williams, creative behavioral strategist focused on designing interior spaces, knows that when you pay attention to how people naturally gravitate in the space and design around it, excellent design is born. Here are Kim’s top thoughts on how to balance femininity in your shared space.

Find fulfilling roles Our spaces should enhance our functioning as human beings regardless of our gender and the domestic roles we choose. Ultimately roles and the structure they bring to our lives are the cornerstones of a successful family unit.

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In one home I just finished, the husband was the primary decision-maker and deeply involved in how the space felt. However, the wife was often involved in the final decisionmaker resulting in the whole project being completely codesigned.

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Our family units work like teams where we all have different roles usually because they play to our strengths.

All successful design dynamics respect that everyone has a contribution to make but also have a clear primary decision-maker.

Traditionally that has been the masculine figure but ultimately gender doesn’t matter.

The behavioural aspect of the design is more important now than ever as we move beyond the basic functions of our homes and transform them into lifestyle hubs.

Some families may be sporty and want a communal lounge to centre around a games area and TV. Others may not watch TV at all which is becoming more common as we move to use our devices more.

Acknowledge individual needs How a space is used and by whom makes an enormous difference to how you zone the space. You want to acknowledge idiosyncrasies whilst preserving the allimportant connectivity and flow between different spaces.

Connecting people through spaces that allow them to embrace the various facets of themselves is after all the greater purpose of design.

Passive and active personalities, different ages and cultures all impact the design of a shared space. The different ages that children are at, the different stages of your own life and the phases of a relationship are all primary drivers that functionally dictate what you need from a space.

Find your balance My clients often prove that the balance of femininity and masculinity is unique to every couple. When it comes to their home design, there is no overarching gender dominance - more of a give and take in the collaborative design process. Individuals tend to be accountable at different points, such as women being involved in planning and men being involved in the sign-off phase. Availability also plays a significant role and if one person is more available than the other they tend to play a larger part.

The most successful interiors are composites of feminine and masculine elements unique to the inhabitants of the home. A balance between light and dark, a balance of colour and neutral, a balanced understanding of how to use a dark space versus a light space to create a mood. From a design perspective playing with beautiful feminine energy and powerful masculine energy is a dynamic I simply adore.

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LIFESTYLE

THE ADVANTAGES OF

ORIENTATION LIGHTS AT NIGHT

An orientation light can be worth its weight in gold when it comes to guiding the way everyone knows the feeling of being woken up from a deep sleep in the middle of the night by a full bladder. A trip to the toilet is unavoidable – weak light sources can help you find the way in the dark. Geberit is on hand to offer some tips here.

No more stubbed toes: an orientation light can be worth its weight in gold when it comes to guiding the way at night.

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good night’s sleep is absolutely priceless.

Anyone not getting enough sleep will suffer the next day, which means disturbances at night are particularly annoying. However, despite this the body is still half asleep when visiting the toilet at night. This is primarily due to the release of melatonin, a hormone that regulates the sleepwake cycle and is responsible for putting our body in “sleep mode” during the night. In order to prevent your body clock from coming out of its natural rhythm when visiting the toilet and ensure you can get back to your well-earned rest, you should take note of the following: • Bright light can confuse the body clock and restrict the production of melatonin.

Therefore, don’t turn the light on when going to the toilet if possible, or use night lights with a dimmer function.

• Avoid light with a high blue content. This affects the production of melatonin, which is needed to fall back asleep again. Instead, blue light indicates to the body that the night is over.

• Use orientation lights with motion sensors in the bathroom to show the path to the toilet when entering the room. Light sources such as this are usually weak, thus ensuring that only the most important area – namely the toilet – is minimally lit.

For further information, please contact: Geberit Southern Africa Sales.za@geberit.com 0861-FLUSH 1 (358741)

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“Everything about you is unique, we believe that your furniture should also be like you — one of a kind”

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FURNITURE LIFESTYLE

That’s why custom design is our only custom.

You dream it. We make it. You live it. We customise premium furniture that doesn’t just fit your lifestyle, but you and only you. We tease wood, marble, and steel into the shapes and forms of your dreams.

Each cut, each build, each bind, each pour, each weld, is done with you and what you need in mind.

Décor that speaks to you.

We draw our inspiration from the Swahili language.

Because to us, it’s not just a language. It’s a celebration of our continent’s dynamism. A fusion of both cultures and languages that come together to create something beautiful. Just like our Décor. It is a celebration of you.

A fusion of who you are and where you come from; who you want to be and where you are going.

Our décor is our love language to you. We design furniture that takes heed of where your artistic side meets your functional needs to create décor that speaks to you and only you. Décor that looks and makes you feel more like you every day.

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Our trees are old, but the designs are modern.

We carry the history of each tree we use into the future to create pieces of furniture that are instant classics. Each tree, each cut and each make is unique and tailored. Each work is one of a kind and made just for you.

Make your home, office, or commercial space truly yours.

Every piece we create is unique to you and your vision.

It is a representation of your design and an extension of you. We make sure every finished product expresses your vision and our creativity through the natural beauty of every hand-crafted piece of wood and its design.

Every masterpiece we create is truly individual and signed off with your unique signature or initials.

Although our journey with each client is tailored and unique, one thing never changes – we always deliver work of the highest quality and the best service possible.

Because we never want to deliver just furniture to our clients, we always want to deliver joy in the shapes of dining tables, chairs, office desks, plasma stands, light

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TRAVEL

Our 4 Best wellness retreats for self-care holidays

Feel like waking up in a luxury hotel and enjoying a leisurely breakfast, including freshly plucked wild oysters served with sparkling wine, whilst absorbing the panoramic sea views before heading off to the spa for a day of rejuvenation and relaxation? How about spending a few days at a 5-star luxury wilderness reserve discovering wide-open plains and wildlife? Or perhaps you’d rather prefer adventurous hikes with sundowner picnics accompanied with spectacular views of the mountains and ocean. wellness and revitalization while looking out across the ocean. What better way to enjoy your treatment than outside under one of their Mountainside Spa Gazebos, breathing in the fresh ocean air.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa

The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa is set on the slopes of the Table Mountain National Park, just metres from the Atlantic Ocean. It offers all the serenity and privacy of a country hotel, just minutes from the vibrant heart of Cape Town.

You can stroll straight from your room onto the mountainside with marked paths leading through the gardens to a handful of amazing picnic spots.

At the end of an adventure-filled day out in the mother city, return to The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa to toast some of the best sunset views the city has to offer.

Their award-winning Spa offers a cocoon of

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Bushmans Kloof Resting in the rugged Cederberg Mountains, Bushmans Kloof offers an utterly unique wilderness escape in South Africa. This gorgeous ecological oasis is set within a 7500-hectare private reserve. Bushmans Kloof combines fivestar luxury and inspired South African cuisine with unforgettable days spent exploring incredible

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wildlife and pristine mountain landscapes.

At Bushmans Kloof your dining experiences will be extraordinary to say the least. Much of the fresh produce served comes from their extensive on-site kitchen gardens, and the menus evolve daily with the change of the seasons.

Embracing wellness is a pillar of the Bushmans Kloof experience. Within the serene surrounds of their intimate spa, experience one-of-a-kind treatments and a truly tranquil escape. The secluded Riverside Gazebo is ideal for couples seeking an al fresco, side-by-side treatment.

The Oyster Box With its dramatic location on the KwaZulu-Natal coastline, just metres from the golden sands of Umhlanga beach, lies one of South Africa’s finest seaside hotels, The Oyster Box. Guests can be sitting out on the terrace within 15 minutes of leaving the airport, gazing out over the ocean and feeling the warm sea breeze on their skin. This iconic hotel is located just opposite the historic red-and-white lighthouse, with direct access to the rolling waves.

Executive Chef Kevin Joseph creates an incredible curry buffet regarded as the best in SA, with a delicious range of KwaZulu-Natal-inspired dishes on their Ocean Terrace. This is also a

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Going on holiday can keep the doctor away. Taking that well deserved break is actually good for the health. Scientific research has shown that going on holidays boosts our well-being, relieves stress and help us live fuller lives.

spectacular spot for indulgent oysters plucked from their own oyster beds and champagne with views of the waves.

The Spa at The Oyster Box offers a serene space for you to walk your own journey to wellness. You can enjoy a little healthy indulgence with their wellness-focused spa menu.

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve sits on the vibrant, fynbos-clad hills overlooking Walker Bay in South Africa’s Western Cape. It is an exceptional destination and once you’ve visited this amazing eco-reserve, you will be back. This is the place you want to travel to if you are looking at breaking away from the busy city life and to just enjoy the tranquilly this reserve has to offer.

It’s all about nature while experiencing Grootbos warm hospitality.

After experiencing all the activities Grootbos has to offer it is highly recommended to go for one of their special beauty treatments. The location for these treatments are amidst the serenity of a Milkwood forest or near lush landscaped gardens, providing sanctuaries where tension disappears and stress melts away. Healing hands and natural, locally-sourced products all add to the tranquil experience, ensuring you leave stronger and more centred.

Get in touch with us today to plan your next wellness getaway or check out our packages at https://www.pentravel.co.za/holidays/luxury-holidays

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PACKAGE INCLUDES: 2 nights in freestanding luxury suites Welcome drink served upon arrival Non alcoholic drinks All meals daily Horse riding Guided walks and more!

PACKAGE INCLUDES: 2 nights accommodation Breakfast, lunch & dinner daily A variety of enriching and exhilarating lodge activities! BONUS: Dinner for two in a surprise location Afternoon high tea

Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date, our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season and availability is correct at time of loading. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and may be found on our website. Offer can be removed at any time. Rates are subject to availability, rate of exchange. Grootbos: Excludes conservation levy of R75 per adult per night. Whale watching especially during July – mid of December; please note that we cannot guarantee the sightings of whales.

Horse Riding: please note that the weight limit is 90kg/198lbs per person/ children under the age of 12 are only allowed on guided pony rides COVID-19 / FORCE MAJEURE TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Should guests not be able to travel due to COVID-19 or any other situation caused by force majeure, we will waiver the cancellation fees as stated above up to 7 days prior to arrival of guests. Any deposit or full payments made will be refunded. Oyster Box: uShaka Tickets - Block out dates apply over school holidays & public holidays. Bushmans: No kids under 08 years are allowed at the lodge. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE.

Contact us at any of our Joburg or Pretoria stores: Bedford (011) 607 9460 Clearwater (011) 675 7597 Cresta (011) 380 3700 East Rand Mall (011) 345 1860 2 6 Iss ue 5 778 | 2021 Rosebank (011) 1100

Brooklyn (012) 346 8439 Centurion (012) 643 5340 Menlyn (012) 368 1202 Jo'burg Online (010) 880 0754

info@pentravel.co.za

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WELLNESS

UNDERSTANDING DEPRESSION

By Elizabeth Parsons

An estimate of close to one billion people, including children, are affected by some form of mood disorder. The figures are staggering, and a sad reality for the times we are living in.

Depression is the most common of mental illnesses, and the third most diagnosed in South Africa. Many suffer in silence out of fear of being stigmatised, and a great deal of sensitivity and empathy are required when addressing the challenge of depression in many sectors of society.

The aim of this article is to shed some light on what constitutes depression, as well as to offer hope and a holistic approach for dealing with the illness. The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone, and that depression can be managed.

Depression can take on various forms, and present with different sets of symptoms in each sufferer. Your doctor will diagnose you according to your symptoms to determine which type of depression you have.

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TYPES OF DEPRESSION 1. Depressive episode 2. Major depression 3. Dysthymia 4. Bipolar mood disorder 5. Post-partum depression

SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION • Depressed mood • Sadness and pessimism • Low motivation and lack of energy • Little to no experience of joy • Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, apathy and hypersensitivity • Loss of appetite/overeating • Weight loss/gain • Sleeplessness/excessive sleeping • Constipation • Low libido • Tiredness • Headaches and body pains • Continuous negative thoughts • Suicidal ideation • Slow thinking • Poor concentration

• Poor judgement and decision-making • Memory loss • Limited initiative and interest • Withdrawal from people • Lack of interest in things you previously enjoyed • Lack of interest in work or daily tasks • Poor communication abilities • Poor use of life skills • Low personal worth, self-confidence and self-image CAUSES OF DEPRESSION 1. Genetic factors, temperament and personality 2. Alcohol, nicotine and drug abuse 3. Stress caused by childhood difficulties or trauma 4. Ongoing exposure to stress 5. Low self-image 6. Medical conditions such as hormonal imbalance, under-active thyroid, blood sugar challenges and prolonged illness 7. Side effects of certain medications 8. Nutritional deficiencies (including low levels of folic acid, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin D, zinc and essential fatty acids) 9. Chemical imbalances in the brain.

The main neurotransmitters involved in depression are: • Serotonin – regulates mood, appetite and sleep • Dopamine – regulates motivation and the reward system • Norepinephrine – regulates mood, arousal, vigilance, memory and stress

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• Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRI) • Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) 2. Psychotherapy

Commonly known as talk therapy, the aim of psychotherapy is to uncover and address the root cause(s) of depression, as well as to help manage the resulting symptoms.

3. Occupational therapy This form of therapy aims to empower patients with the skills and healthy lifestyle options necessary for functioning optimally in all areas of life.

4. Support groups A group of individuals experiencing the same challenges are often best equipped to offer each other comfort, community and support.

5. Nutrition A clinical nutritionist can check for any biochemical imbalances and devise a nutritional programme to improve your mood.

HELPFUL HOLISTIC LIFESTYLE PRACTICES • Regular exercise Naturally elevate your mood through endorphins – the feel-good hormones released during exercise • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Learn to recognise and ‘re-route’ negative thinking patterns

TREATMENT OPTIONS

• Laughter

1. Pharmacological intervention

Enjoy a good dose of one of the easiest ways to release mood-enhancing endorphins!

Classes of antidepressant medications include: • Tricyclic antidepressants • Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI)

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• Pursue a hobby Immerse yourself in something you really enjoy, and you’ll no doubt feel the resultant sense of presence and flow.

• Keep a gratitude journal Make a practice of reminding yourself of all the good in your life on a daily basis • Cultivate connection Never underestimate the positive power of spending quality time with loved ones

• Avoid all hydrogenated fats and processed foods, which are loaded with harmful additives and colourants and can lead to sluggishness, slow thinking and fatigue.

• Eat oily fish such as sardines, salmon, trout and mackerel, which are good sources of omega 3 fatty acids, are vital for brain health, and can assist with the reduction of inflammation.

• Check for food intolerances (wheat, gluten and dairy are the most common)

• Look within Meditating, reading inspirational literature and walking in nature are all great ways of connecting to yourself and what you value most.

• Explore aromatherapy Pure essential oils of bergamot, grapefruit, lavender, sweet orange and rose geranium are all said to have moodelevating properties.

DIETARY INTERVENTIONS • Eat a diet that includes plenty of raw fruit and vegetables, as well as non-GMO soya products, whole grains, seeds, nuts, brown rice, millet and legumes. A diet low in complex carbohydrates can cause serotonin depletion and depression.

• Eat foods high in the amino acid tryptophan, which is the precursor to serotonin. These include turkey, fish, chicken, cheese, beans, tofu, oats and eggs.

• Avoid all forms of sugar and refined carbohydrates, which can lead to fluctuating blood sugar levels and trigger imbalances of certain neurotransmitters.

• Avoid alcohol, which is very high in sugar and acts as a nervous system depressant.

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FOOD

Salmon, Quinoa and Salmon, Quinoa and SWEET POTATO FISHCAKES

SWEET POTATO FISH INGREDIENTS:

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Olive oil, to fry 300 g hake fillet INGREDIENTS Salt and pepper, to taste 200 g smoked salmon 350 g sweet potato, peeled and cooked • Olive oil, to fry 2 eggs *1 onion, finely chopped • 300 g hake fille 1 cup desiccated coconut 1 cup quinoa, cooked • Salt and peppe Juice of ½ lemon • 200 g smoked s 30 g coriander, chopped Low fat cottage cheese, to serve • 350 g sweet po

• 2 eggs *1 onion METHOD: • 1 cup desiccate 1pan cup quinoa, c 1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil• in over medium heat. Season• the hake of with½ lemo Juice salt and pepper and cook it.

• 30 g coriander, 2. Place the cooked hake fish in fat a large • Low cottage bowl and use a fork to break it into flakes. Add the salmon and mix.

3. Mash the cooked sweet potato.

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Celebrating 20 years of educating Grade 0000 - Matric with heart.

At HeronBridge College we focus on a relational and intentional approach to schooling that lays a solid foundation for the growth and development of happy, well-rounded and confident human beings.

Grade 0000 - Matric Book a tour for a glimpse into what we mean 2022 Enrolments when we say "educating with heart." now open heronbridge.co.za

HeronBridge College is a Private, IEB, Christian school that focuses on growing and nurturing children to reach their full potential in all spheres of life.

Our aim is to encourage our learners to grow into well-rounded, happy, and confident human beings that excel in the areas in which God has gifted them.

From our Pre-Prep through to the College, our intention is to lay a solid foundation to equip children with the developmental, educational and social skills needed to navigate life. Our excellent curriculum is formulated to facilitate all aspects of learning in a way that makes sense to each child, which is often seen happening outside of a typical classroom environment.

Long-term athletic development is the cornerstone of our sports programmes, and we are proud to have professional sportsmen and women on our coaching staff. We offer a dynamic array of on and off-stage arts and culture activities, as well as solid outreach and ministry programmes that encourage our children to do everything with heart.

This year marks our 20th year of successfully providing high-quality education that is focused on shaping the heart and feeding the mind of each, individual child.

If you would like to learn more about our intentional and heart-led approach to schooling, contact us on: Email: admissions@heronbridge.co.za Phone: 011 (540) 4800 WhatsApp: (079) 508 7436

visit www.heronbridge.co.za

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Did you know...

The early bird really does catch the worm.

Help your children “learn how to learn” The benefits of pre-school education •

85 percent of a child’s brain development has already taken place by the age of six.

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Children who participate in quality pre-school education reach higher levels of education, are less likely to drop out of school, and have lower chances of needing learner support later on in their school careers.

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Children aged three to five are in the crucial stages of developing self-regulation; learning how to focus, wait, and control their impulses.

During the early years of life, children have a natural curiosity to explore the world around them. Through play, they participate in nature’s way of learning, picking up on cues and experiences in their everyday.

While children will continue to learn naturally, introducing young children to organised instruction outside of their family context supports their ability to learn both soft and hard skills. In a loving, creative and intentional environment, children are given more opportunities to develop their cognitive, physical, social and emotional skills which lays a solid foundation for future learning and school readiness.

Enrolling your child into pre-school can be a big decision, but starting early helps your child to “learn how to learn” as they spend time in the classroom and on the playground, learning from their peers, their teachers, and their own experiences.

At HeronBridge Pre-Preparatory, we provide a happy, safe and encouraging space for children aged two to six, to grow and develop. All of our teachers are specialists in Early Childhood Development which means that while children spend the day “playing” their activities are specifically designed to facilitate learning in a way that is relevant and age-appropriate to each child.

To find out more about HeronBridge, and our heart-led and intentional approach to teaching, visit our website or book a tour on 079 508 7436.

www.heronbridge.co.za

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LIVING LIFE WELL JUST GOT EVEN MORE REWARDING

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If you already have a rewards card, you’ll be automatically upgraded to the new programme.

If you’re ready to join the family, simply sign up in store or online at www.wellnesswarehouse.com!

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JAGUAR I-PACE

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I’VE GOT THE POWER TO ELECTRIFY YOUR LIFESTYLE

BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE Combining short charging with long range and the performance Jaguar is renowned for, the all-electric I-PACE has the power to change your life.

Contact us to book your test drive and we’ll customise and extraordinary finance offer for you. jaguar.co.za

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Classifieds

ART Kurious Kreatures - Handmade Clay Creatures.

Individually handcrafted Xmas decorations, mobiles, keyrings, magnets, pencil-toppers, jars, gift boxes and tins. Contact Nana @ 0824433860 / kk@sugarandgroove.co.za Riana Mostert – continuous line drawings.

Contact : 27 83 234 7911 / hello@rianamostert. com Pinsel Art studio - Art classes from 4years and up. www.pinselartstudio.co.za Engela Greyling 083 291 8597 Drawing, Painting and Crafts for kids Contact Liesl Becker @ 082 370 8354

BABY-SITTING Afternoon Babysitting (14:30 – 16:30) Sherley de Bruin – 076 759 4530 Babysitter: Annika Terreblanche 072 973 5777, R80 / hour, Experience: Sunday School teacher and First Aid course Babysitting: Lika Booysen 072 879 4905

BEAUTY / HAIR Diara Nail Boutique – contact : Brenda @ 0728225600 / 0839781877 Lavish Beauty Boutique – contact : Alicia @ 083 387 0380 Ashtag Hair - contact : 081 452 5315 / Stand 1087-20 Kapsel – contact : Desiré @ 071 269 7875 Lavish Hair @ The Courtyard – contact: Coreli @ 082 456 1723 3 6 Iss ue 5 | 2021

Annique Products Annique products conveniently delivered at your doorstep in our Estate! You are more than welcome to place an order with me or contact me for current specials. Mea van der Merwe 071 172 7074 or gmvdmerwe@gmail.com

CLEANING Supreme Bin Cleaning – We clean, sanitize and deodorize your Wheelie Bin. Contact : 0845521697 / supremebincleaning@gmail. com

CLOTHING Simply Africa - Clothing Design and Tailoring.

Contact : simplyafricaclothing@gmail.com / 079 946 1040 Mari’s Masks – Handmade, 3 layered washable masks. Contact : Mari @ 083 273 6296

CONSTRUCTION / BUILDING Uncle John Construction Tiling, painting, building, plastering, ceilings, waterproofing, paving. Contact John 078 662 8483 / 061 323 6045

DOMESTIC HELPERS Annah: 071 271 1866 (Tue and Thurs) Busi: 072 947 5394 (Tue, Wed, Fri and Sat) Grace: 072 610 5052 (Tue and Fri) Maria: 079 468 1305 (Tue and Thurs) Martha: 073 463 7909 (Mon, Wed and Fri) Xolisani: 074 562 7770 (Tue, Thur and Fri)

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ENERGY / GAS Electrical Energy Saving: Energy Efficiency Studies and Power Saving Recommendations; Solar Power (PV Panel) Installation Studies and Recommendations; Facilitate and Oversee Solar Power and Energy Saving Installations.

Contact Johan Harmse @ 082 805 5385 For all LP gas 9kg, 19Kg & 48kg. Delivered to Heritage Hill contact Bowen – 082 443 9610

EDUCATION One-on-One Tutoring - Is your child in need of some additional help in Afrikaans or English?

Whether you prefer Zoom or face-to-face, these classes are geared to your child’s specific needs. Contact Nana @ 0824433860 / nana@ sugarandgroove.co.za Lessons at your home within Heritage Hill for Mathematics, Physical Science, Natural Science, English. R150 per hour. Contact Stacey 061 542 5451 The Daily Tutor: Grade 1 – 3 (Mathematics, Afrikaans & English) Cian van der Sloot – 076 735 2508

FINANCES Clinton van der Walt Consultants Company budgets & forecast, management accounts or financial statements. Contact : clintonvanderwalt@vodamail.co.za

GIFTING ISZI Online Boutique Gift store: unique and proudly South African products and brands. www.iszionline.co.za Looking for unique gifts for that someone special, follow us on facebook to find that perfect gift. https://www.facebook.com/moimoigeskenke/ “Luuks” is a Kitchen and Corporate Gifting brand that manufacture beautifully packaged gifting products.

The range includes Olive Oil, Gift boxes, salad servers, knive magnets, aprons, oven gloves and cutting boards.

Contact Ilse | Tel 083 411 0901 Ilse@luuksstudio.co.za Chocolate Smash Boxes – https:// www.instagram.com/invites/ contact/?i=m7rg4rxeo0jf&utm_content=mafu1zc

GRAPHIC DESIGN Let your brand take flight with K-studio’s complete design and production services.

Our passionate focus on your unique requirements along with fresh creative ideas deliver exceptional results and absolute client satisfaction. Let’s Chat: Tobia 082 962 8255 Burg Design - a brand design agency assisting with logo design, packaging design and website design. Contact : Niel @ 082 856 0165 / niel@burgdesign.co.za

GARDENER Need assistance with your GARDEN, HOUSEKEEPING and GENERAL MAINTENANCE. Reliable and Trustworthy. Available on Tuesdays and Saturdays.Call Never - 073 186 1403 Gardener Richard (082 763 7108) – Tue, Wed, Thu & Sat

GAMES PARTNER Any residents who would like to play Bridge (the card game) together. Please contact Amanda Penfold, 073 187 8514.

INTERIOR Home Fires: Office: 012 663 3911 • Mobile: 082 564 6881 • Fax: 012 663 3991 Email: rudie@ homefires.co.za • Website: www.homefires. co.za

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JEWELLERY

OUTDOOR

Mikana Jewels - Contact Mieke on WhatsApp – 0822908624 / mikana.jewels@gmail.com

Heritage Hill Garden Service – contact Pieter & Marge de Koning @ 071 382 4045 / 072 841 9974 / 012-657 2337

Rina’s Jewellery – Silver jewellery. Contact Rina PHOTOGRAPHY @ 082 927 1255 / rina.mostert@gmail.com

KIDS

Miss Moon & Co Photography - Contact Rensche Mari @ Whatsapp: 0825645498 / www.missmoonandco.com

Jumping 4 Joy - www.jumping4joy.co.za / 0832906362

Lizbe Botha Photography – 082 548 548 3 / www.lizbebotha.com

LEGAL

Blom Photography – Marilise @ 082 412 6401

Philip Cronjé, 076 851 9844, Attorney at Cox Yeats, Specialising in litigation, corporate commercial and property.

PET-SITTING

V’DODILI – Contact Erika @ 082 776 7367

MUSIC Piano Lessons Please contact Heylene Maree 082 764 1035 tumec@gmail.com www.tumec.mymusicstaff.com Jolanda Becker Vocal Lab situated in Heritage Hill estate offer professional vocal training for all ages. We are internationally accredited at all the international music exams as well as international music competitions. We also offer artist development for artists wishing to pursue a professional music career and the preparation for albums and singles. Contact us today for more information. jolandabecker@yahoo.com 072 203 0095 Facebook : Jolanda Becker Vocal Lab Instagram: Jolanda Becker Vocal Lab

OPTOMETRISTS

Wian – 066 285 9424 Chloe - 071 190 8944 Lika Booysen - 072 879 4905

TRAVEL Bookings-Africa - Accommodation Kruger Park Lodge resort in Hazyview www.bookings-africa.com | 082 411 1474 / 082 457 6555 | info@bookings-africa.com

SELLING Do you want Tupperware?

Please contact Desiré for any Tupperware orders or enquiries - 071 269 7875 Order FRESH FARM EGGS every Friday.

Free Delivery to Heritage Hill. No additives, colourants, animal by-products, growth hormones or antibiotics. Trays of 30. Call Francine: 072 059 9478 The little cake shop. info@thelittlecakeshop. co.za / 078 0579 454 Game Biltong & Droëwors and more

Elsabe de Koker Optometrists, Irene Intercare Contact Tobie (082 853 6827) or Medical Centre, Southdowns Shopping Centre.

Pieter (074 500 6691) Contact : 012 685-5600 / Info@edkoptometrists. co.za Prices: Biltong – R280/kg

Droëwors – R260/kg

Patties/Mince/Braaiwors – R90/kg

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SERVICES Straight-edge knife and scissor sharpening, from R20. WhatsApp Cobus on 082 906 7830.

Home Office Support (Filing and data capturing), Lika Booysen 072 879 4905

WELLNESS Nikus Du Toit Biokineticist - Contact : 072 852 9296 / dutoit.nikus@gmail.com / http://www.nikusdutoitbiokineticists.co.za/index. html Pilates Co. – Contact : Rozanne Esmeraldo @ 074 074 0100 / pilatesco.studio@gmail.com / https://pilatesco.co.za/ IndigoTranquillity Healings - contact: Louise @ 073 147 0982 Life Activations; Ensofic Reiki; Crystal Healings; Crystal Healing Rites; Egyptian Aura Healing; Max Meditation Therapeutic Massage – Nurture you. Mobile therapist. Contact Elsa @ 082 877 4175 Grace-ious Pilates contact Monique @ 082 879 9483 JustFit - Janine Barnard Specialise in: Personal, Group and online training, Muscle Toning & Building, Weight Loss, Nutrition Plans and coaching Contact: Janine - 083 454 9087 or janine@ justfit.co.za

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MOTORING

ASTON MARTIN DBX IS THE FOCAL POINT OF A BOLD NEW CINEMATIC CAMPAIGN

• Directed by the award-winning Italian director Luca Guadagnino • Starring golden globe winner and Emmy award nominee British actor Josh O’Connor • Art directed by legendary British designer Peter Saville • Musical direction by British songwriter and producer Devonté Hynes

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18 August 2021, Gaydon, Warwickshire, UK: Aston Martin is proud to present the cinematic debut of the brand’s first SUV, DBX. The company’s first short film has been directed by the Oscarnominated, Italian director Luca Guadagnino, and stars the golden globe winner and Emmy award nominee British actor Josh O’Connor.

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ston Martin is proud to unveil its new film, directed by Luca Guadagnino, working alongside an impressive creative support team. With art direction by Peter Saville, the film features O’Connor, most recently seen starring as Prince Charles in ‘The Crown.’

Filmed on location in Sicily, the film shows O’Connor undertaking a dream-like excursion at the wheel of the Aston Martin DBX. DBX gives the brand a commanding role in a new sector, the Sports Utility Vehicle. Designed at Aston Martin’s studio in Gaydon, Warwickshire, and built in the company’s state-of-the-art production facility in St Athan, South Wales, DBX shares its DNA with its sports and GT siblings, combining effortless performance, superior dynamics, ultra-luxurious hand-crafted interiors and a truly bespoke customer experience.

‘We have created this movie in which we focus on a man and his mind, as well as his command of a car through a great landscape. It was wonderful how once Josh started to drive the Aston Martin DBX, the car somehow became this unique, beautiful sculptural object,’ said Luca Guadagnino, ‘His figure and line perfectly blend into the line of the car.’

‘The thing that appealed to me first was that Aston Martin is a true British institution, a company that has been ever-present throughout my upbringing,’ O’Connor said, ‘I think the combination of the luxury of the brand, and the luxury of Luca’s vision is perfect and comes through in this very special film.

There is a true sense of speed and there are no two ways about it, when you are in the DBX it feels like a true sports car.’

Aston Martin’s Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer, Marek Reichman said: ‘Josh O’Connor is an exceptional actor working at a time of a golden age for drama, while Peter Saville is a true creator of brands. He can turn his talent from creating a stunning logotype, to shaping an iconic image, being a brand ambassador for a city or even re-shaping a whole corporate identity. Together with Luca and Josh, we have three very different but definitive creative characters.’

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O’Connor is filmed behind the wheel of a Minotaur Green Aston Martin DBX with a light ivory interior, a contemporary update of a classic colour combination. The camera follows his journey through the island’s vineyards and dirt roads, culminating in a visit to a mysterious but elegant villa. The Aston Martin team joined the production team on set in Sicily to help craft the subtly framed hero shots of the car.

The rich cinematography incorporates overlaid memories and vivid imagery to convey a subtle hint of motivation. As with all his films, Guadagnino demands that the viewer bring their own interpretation to the narrative. In addition to the Oscar-nominated Call Me by Your Name, Guadagnino’s recent films include A Bigger Splash and Suspiria. The director is currently working on his first American production, Bones & All. In parallel to his film career, Guadagnino is also a successful interior designer, working on projects for the wellness brand Aesop, among others. ’My films are always a beautiful interaction between me and the talented people I work with,’ said Guadagnino. ‘We shot the film in May, and the DBX’s beautiful Minotaur Green finish created depth and shade against the Sicilian landscape, which I know so well. The DBX was almost like an Anish Kapoor sculpture, where reflections became very important.’

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‘Luca really shared our understanding of the essence of beauty. As a director, he has extraordinary abilities - the way he plays with light is like a dream,’ said Marek Reichman. ‘He also has a fantastic sensibility for materials and form.

We wanted to ensure that you could see the sun on the aluminium vanes of the grille, for example, and convey the reflections of sunlight and shadow as they move across the surfaces of the car.’

The experienced director brings a designer’s attention to detail to every frame, visually crafting a powerful and mysterious narrative. With a soundtrack supervised by the celebrated British musician, producer and composer Devonté Hynes, the production was a true collaboration of excellence.

‘We are a 108-year-old ultra-luxury brand. This new film conveys what it feels like to be part of Aston

MOTORING Martin and be truly engaged with the spirit and ethos of the company,’ said Marek Reichman. ‘Luca Guadagnino doesn’t follow trends. He is a true future thinker and we gave him complete creative freedom.’

Aston Martin is proud to be a creative catalyst, bringing experts in their respective fields together to cross-pollinate and push design and culture in new directions. An elegant meditation on desire, dreams and emotions, Luca Guadagnino’s film encapsulates the beauty and strength of the Aston Martin DBX. Aston martin DBX is available from Aston Martin Johannesburg & Aston Martin Cape Town today 011-301-7000 or 021-425-2007

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Clubhouse Update The developer successfully completed the services installation to the site after extended delays on the respective inspections and sign off by the City of Tshwane.

Unfortunately these delays combined with the anticipated delays relating to the building plan approval at Council will negatively impact the completion date of the Clubhouse.

The City of Tshwane is still heavily affected by the impact of COVID and is managing a substantial backlog. Once the building plans are approved we will be in a position to advise on the revised completion date.

We have managed to agree a variation to the design with the Clubhouse developer to increase the swimming pool length from 20 meters to 25 meters. We believe that this a positive value add which will enable residents to utilise the planned pool for lap training.

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Council Talk Dear Heritage Hill Residents, I wish you well as your Ward Councillor and appreciate the opportunity to share Council and community Issues.

SUCCESS Projects completed successfully in Louwlardia entail among other: • Rehabilitation of a portion of Brakfontein Road, albeit snags and final cleanup is outstanding.

• Olievenhoutbosch Avenue where an agricultural drainage system was built to deal with the high water table to prevent rapid road surface deterioration in future • New traffic lights on Olievenhoutbosch Road and Candlewoods Lane • Change in power supply to Heritage Hill from the NIVS substation in order to minimise power interruptions.

Having put the above in place means a return on investment for property owners.

WORK IN PROGRESS However, so much more needs to be done, among other: • Dysfunctional streetlights mostly due to cable theft and vandalism • Formalisation of the Informal traders • Dealing with illegal traders • By-law enforcement • Replacement of damaged traffic light poles and signage • Beatification of Louwlardia road entrances.

Like any business the latter requires funding and will not happen overnight, it will however be persued on an ongoing basis towards resolve.

PLAY YOUR PART Safe and secure communities are achieved through the pro-active involvement of the public working with law enforcement and emergency services. Residents are urged to join the on-

going fight against crime, lawlessness and corruption in the City by making use of the various platforms to report incidents. Residents are reminded that they can contact the Metro Police on the 24 hour emergency number (012 358 7095/6) or at tmpdcomplaints@ tshwane.gov.za. The Emergency Hotline for lifethreatening emergencies, fire, ambulance, rescue and disasters also makes it easier for residents to contact Tshwane emergency services. Residents can now dial 107 (One Zero Seven) toll-free and connect directly to the City’s control centre, in addition to the ten-digit 012 310 6300/5400 numbers.

Residents are urged to report any corruption or bribery involving TMPD members to Internal Affairs at 083 657 2998. Residents are encouraged to also report incidents of police misconduct to the IPID to ensure that the matter is investigated independently and externally. The IPID makes appropriate recommendations to the TMPD regarding disciplinary action. Complaints can be lodged at 012 399 0000 / 0800-111-696 or via email at complaints@ipid.gov.za. Downloadable complaints forms are available at www. ipid.gov.za. Residents are also reminded that when they are stopped by the TMPD to obtain the officers’ name and surname on the shield or badge, and to take note of the Registration number of the TMPD motor vehicle concerned and / or the fleet number, example MP621. This will assist in investigations when a complaint is lodged.

FINANCIAL The City of Tshwane is in financial standing.

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Credit Control will however be enhanced in order to ensure that the annual budget remains funded, which is important in order to deliver basic service delivery to all Tshwane residents.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION You may only vote at the voting station that you are registered to vote during a local government election. SMS your identity number to 32810 to see where you are registered to vote on, Monday, 1 November 2021.

I wish you well.

Councillor : Gert Visser.

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Mandela Day It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.”– Nelson Mandela We wish to take a moment in this month’s newsletter to thank each and every one of our residents for their donations to this year’s Mandela Day initiatives and share with you some feedback. As President Nelson Mandela said himself, we can inspire others to shine through what we do and it is during initiatives like this that we get to make a difference in our own little way.

Centurion SPCA: The effects of Covid and lockdown regulations have not only had devastating effects across the world for many people, but also for so many animals. Since the start of lockdowns SPCAs around the country have seen a major increase in homeless animals and pets being dropped off at their gates, finding a new home at the SPCA. This places enormous pressure on the animal care system, and each and every contribution is desperately needed. Together we donated 25kg of dog and cat food, as well as blankets and tinned food. During the stark of the winter cold, this truly contributed in giving each kitten, puppy, cat and dog living at the SPCA a warm bed and full tummy. On behalf of all the animals and staff at the Centurion SPCA, we thank you.

Kids Paradise Day & Aftercare: Kids Paradise Day and Aftercare is an NPO founded in 2003 in our close community of Olievenhoutbosch with the purpose of taking care of vulnerable children and addressing the need for early childhood learning centres in the community. Since 2003 the centre has grown to include a primary school. Kids Paradise is mainly dependent on donations and sponsorships from individuals and organisations, all of which makes a massive difference not only to the school, but to the community and its youth. As Nelson Mandela said, “The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow.” Through the donations brought in by our residents at Heritage Hill, we have certainly been able to play a small part in the development of our future leaders. On behalf of the Paradise Day & Aftercare centre, primary school, and all their kids, we sincerely thank you for your contribution.

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Heritage Day On 24 September we celebrated Heritage Day, a day recognising the cultural wealth of our beautiful nation. Previously known as Shaka Day, a day commentating the late Zulu King of Shaka, this day was transformed in 1996 to be inclusive of all cultures, fostering reconciliation and promoting the notion that our cultural variety and differences are a national asset. As stated by the Department of Arts, Culture, Science and Technology in 1996 it is a day celebrating expression, inheritance, our languages, the food we eat as well as the beautiful land in which we live.

The food we eat has certainly become the centre of attention for many on Heritage Day, and so we were hoping to host an exciting event in our village where we could share delicious foods from our diverse cultures. However, due to Covid regulations we had to resort to the second-best option, sharing our cultural inherited recipes for scrumptious dishes. So go on, put on your apron and let’s get creative with these wonderful recipes.

Pumpkin Fritters

Pumpkin fritters are a favourite in many South African households. Despite being sweet, they are served as part of a main meal alongside the savoury dishes. They may feel strange to eat to begin with, but you’ll soon grow to love these sweet / savoury treats!

Ingredients

Instructions

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1. Mash the cooled, steamed pumpkin with a fork once.

2. Add the beaten eggs and mix. Sift in the cake flour, baking powder and salt.

3. Melt a little butter in a pan and add a little oil.

When it starts sizzling, drop in heaped teaspoons of batter, making sure that they are spaced apart, and fry each side until lightly browned.

4. Remove from pan and drain on kitchen paper.

5. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and enjoy warm.

500g pumpkin, steamed, drained & cooled 2 eggs 60g cake flour 1tsp baking powder Pinch of salt Butter and oil, for frying Cinnamon sugar, for serving

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BeerMarinated Boerewors

Isidudu

Difficulty: Easy Braai time: 15 minutes Ingredients

Isidudu, also known as mielie pap, is a very popular South African breakfast, especially amongst the Xhosa people. It is best served hot from the stove with sugar and butter, milk or vinegar.

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3 cups boiling water ½ cup maize meal ¼ tsp salt 1 cup cold water Sugar, butter, peanut butter, milk or lemon juice

Instructions 1. Transfer the boiling water to a saucepan.

2. Mix the cold water with the maize meal to make a paste. Add the salt.

3. Add the paste to the boiling water and stir with a wooden spoon until it boils.

4. Simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Serve with sugar, milk, butter, lemon juice or peanut butter.

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600g thick boerewors Organic olive oil (for drizzling) 6 garlic cloves (finely chopped) ½ large onion (diced) Pinch of salt 2 tablespoons treacle sugar 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 cup of Castle Lager 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons curry powder

Instructions 1. Fry curry powder in a dry pan for one minute, add tomato paste and stir. Deglaze the pan by adding the Castle Lager and white wine vinegar.

2. Bring to the boil, then add treacle sugar, salt, diced onion and chopped garlic. Boil for about two minutes. Remove from the heat and add olive oil.

3. Let the marinade cool slightly.

4. Place a pack of thick boerewors into a sealable plastic bag or container. Cover with the beer marinade and refrigerate for one hour.

5. Braai boerewors over hot coals or on the gas if you’re in a hurry. Alternatively, cook in the marinade in a 200° preheated oven.

6. Serve with sugar, milk, butter, lemon juice or peanut butter.

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Mgquasho (Samp And Beans With Lamb And Chakalaka)

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Difficulty: Easy Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 2 hours Ingredients Samp and Beans • 1 C (250 ml) sugar beans • 1 C (250 ml) samp mielies • 4 C (1 litre) cold water • 2 C (500 ml) chicken stock • 1 bay leaf • 3 – 4 sprigs of fresh thyme Chakalaka • ¼ C 60 ml oil • 1 onion, diced • 2 cloves garlic • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) fresh ginger, grated • 1 green pepper, diced • 1 red pepper, diced • 3 green chilies chopped finely • 2 tsp (10 ml) curry powder • 3 medium carrots, grated • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) tomato paste • 200 g green beans, finely sliced Lamb Cutlets • 2 sprigs thyme, picked • 1 chilli, chopped • 1 tsp (5 ml) crushed black peppercorns

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pinch of lemon zest ½ – 1 tsp (2.5 – 5 ml) coarse salt ¼ C (60 ml) oil 8 lamb rib cutlets one lemon, cut into quarters

Instructions Samp and Beans 1. Soak the sugar beans overnight in a bowl of water.

2. The next day, place the beans and the samp mielies in large saucepan with the cold water (unsalted). Bring up to a boil and continue boiling for 1 ½ – 2 hours.

3. During the cooking process, top-up the liquid using the chicken stock, add in the bay leaf and thyme with the first top up.

4. Keep stirring continuously, watching that it does not burn or catch. Do not drain the water off, instead cook the water away. Continue to simmer until the mixture is soft and resembles a thick porridge.

Chakalaka 1. Place a medium-sized frying pan over a medium heat. Heat the oil and sauté the onion, garlic, ginger, peppers and chillies. Add the curry powder and allow to cook out.

2. Add the carrots and cook gently, then add tomato paste. Add the beans and taste to check seasoning, adjust as required. Cook until it reaches a good, chunky consistency, then remove from the stove and allow to cool.

Lamb Cutlets • Combine picked thyme, chopped chilli, crushed peppercorns, lemon zest and salt together. Rub the cutlets and allow to stand for 30 minutes, then drizzle with oil and braai over medium coals.

Before removing from fire squeeze lemon juice over the chops.

• Serve grilled lamb cutlets with a side of samp and beans and topped with chakalaka.

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BeerMarinated Boerewors

Isidudu

Difficulty: Easy Braai time: 15 minutes Ingredients

Isidudu, also known as mielie pap, is a very popular South African breakfast, especially amongst the Xhosa people. It is best served hot from the stove with sugar and butter, milk or vinegar.

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3 cups boiling water ½ cup maize meal ¼ tsp salt 1 cup cold water Sugar, butter, peanut butter, milk or lemon juice

Instructions 1. Transfer the boiling water to a saucepan.

2. Mix the cold water with the maize meal to make a paste. Add the salt.

3. Add the paste to the boiling water and stir with a wooden spoon until it boils.

4. Simmer for 5 minutes.

5. Serve with sugar, milk, butter, lemon juice or peanut butter.

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600g thick boerewors Organic olive oil (for drizzling) 6 garlic cloves (finely chopped) ½ large onion (diced) Pinch of salt 2 tablespoons treacle sugar 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1 cup of Castle Lager 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons curry powder

Instructions 1. Fry curry powder in a dry pan for one minute, add tomato paste and stir. Deglaze the pan by adding the Castle Lager and white wine vinegar.

2. Bring to the boil, then add treacle sugar, salt, diced onion and chopped garlic. Boil for about two minutes. Remove from the heat and add olive oil.

3. Let the marinade cool slightly.

4. Place a pack of thick boerewors into a sealable plastic bag or container. Cover with the beer marinade and refrigerate for one hour.

5. Braai boerewors over hot coals or on the gas if you’re in a hurry. Alternatively, cook in the marinade in a 200° preheated oven.

6. Serve with sugar, milk, butter, lemon juice or peanut butter.

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Masala Chicken Gatsby A Gatsby is a popular street food in South Africa, especially in Cape Town. It is the ultimate in comfort food – a footlong bread roll stuffed with hot chips (French fries), a protein like steak or salami, and a spicy sauce. This recipe puts a gourmet twist on this South African favourite.

For the sauce • 1 cup mayonnaise • 2 tbsp masala spice • 2 tsp vegetable oil

Ingredients

Samp and Beans 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C. 2. Toss the chips with a little oil and season with salt and pepper.Place on a baking tray and bake as per package instructions.

3. Rub the chicken breasts with the masala spice.

Heat a little oil and fry for a few minutes on each side until cooked through.

4. Combine all the sauce ingredients.

5. Spread the sauce on the baguette. Top with lettuce, chicken and chips. Cut into 4 servings and enjoy!

For the Gatsby • 300g frozen potato chips • Vegetable oil, to coat • Salt and pepper • 4 chicken breasts, halved • ¼ cup masala spice • 1 baguette, sliced lengthways • 2 heads of cos lettuce

Instructions

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Cape Malay Bobotie Bobotie is one of South Africa’s classic dishes, originating from the Cape Malay people of Cape Town and Durban. It is a baked dish made with spiced mince, raisins, almonds and topped with a savoury egg custard.

Topping

Ingredients

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1. Preheat the oven to 180 ºC. 2. Fry the onions and meat lightly in hot cooking oil or butter until the meat is slightly cooked and crumbly. Soak the bread in the milk for 5 minutes.

Squeeze to remove the milk and mash the bread.

3. Mix the fried onions, meat and mashed bread with the rest of the ingredients, except the topping ingredients. Spoon the mixture into a greased oven dish. Roll up the bay or lemon leaves and insert in an upright position into the meat mixture.

4. Bake for 30 minutes. Beat the milk and egg together and pour over the half-cooked meat.

Bake for another 30 minutes.

5. Serve with rice, poppadums and sambals.

2 onions, sliced sunflower oil or butter 1 kg minced meat (mutton or beef) 1 slice bread ½ C (125 ml) milk 2 eggs 4 tsp (20 ml) medium curry powder 4 tsp (20 ml) chutney 2 tsp (10 ml) salt ½ tsp (2.5 ml) freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp (5 ml) turmeric ½ tsp (2.5 ml) ground coriander ½ tsp (2.5 ml) ground cumin 2 Tbsp (30 ml) vinegar or juice of 1 lemon 1 Granny Smith apple, coarsely grated (optional) 10 almonds ½ C (125 ml) seedless raisins 5 2 Iss ue 5 | 2021

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Poulet DG Prep Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 1 hour

Poulet DG (Directeur Général) is French for chicken CEO. That’s because the dish was mostly served to high-ranking officials in Cameroon.

It is a one-pot dish that combines chicken and plantains in a flavourful tomato sauce. It is so flavourful and a total party in the mouth.

Servings: 6 servings Calories: 365 kcal Ingredients • • • • • •

4 large ripe plantains they should neither be too soft nor too hard ( buy at any west African groceries store or Food lovers) 1 whole chicken (about 2.5 kg) or chicken pieces of your choice 1 onion - chopped 8 medium tomatoes - blended 1 ginger root (peeled and roughly chopped) 8 garlic cloves - peeled

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½ teaspoon ground white pepper 1 celery stalk - roughly chopped 3 stems of green onions 8 stems of parsley - or cilantro 2 medium carrot - or 1 large 1 handful of green beans 1 bell pepper - or ¼ each of 4 coloured bell peppers 2 cups vegetable oil to fry the plantain and chicken 1 table spoon of olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1 habanero (hot) pepper optional 1 tea spoon of mixed herbs 1 tea spoon of Dijon mustard

Instructions 1. The first thing you need to do is make your spice blend. So combine all the garlic, ginger, celery, parsley, hot pepper (optional) and half of the onion in a blender. Add in half a cup of water and blend to a paste. Add in the mixed herbs, the white pepper and mustard to make a paste.

2. Rinse your chicken well, pat it dry then cut it up, the smaller pieces, the better. Marinate your chicken pieces in ¾ of the spice blend, half a teaspoon of salt, half of the white pepper and some olive oil.

Cover and let it marinate in the fridge for an hour of overnight for more flavour.

3. While the chicken marinates, put oil in another pot and heat on medium. Cut plantain into circles and deep fry until golden brown. Depending on the size of your pot, you may need to fry the plantains in two badges.

4. When the chicken is done marinating, remove from the fridge and bake at about 200 degrees C to grill for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.

5. In a bigger pot, heat ½ cup of vegetable oil in the pot on the stove to heat up on medium-high heat.

6. When the oil is hot, put in all the remaining chopped onion to sauté. Then add in the tomatoes and cook until it no longer tastes sour. Be sure to stir from time to time. As the tomato cooks, chop the carrots, green beans, bell peppers and green onions.

7. Then add in chicken with a ½ cup of water and stir well. Add in the chopped vegetables and give it a good mix let it cook for 5mns. Add in the rest of the spice blend and let it cook for 2 minutes.

8. Finally, add in fried plantains, then stir well too., being careful not to render the plantains mushy.

9. If it looks too dry at this point, add a couple tablespoons of water to make it moist. Allow everything on the fire for two minutes then turn the flames off. It is done. This leaves your vegetables crisp and fresh, which I like.

10. Serve warm and enjoy with a glass of juice or something because this meal is just too special!

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From the Landscaping Committee

Spring is in the air. This signals the start of the new gardening season where we exchange our winter clothing for our casual outfits and work in our gardens to give new life to our homes.

In preparation for the gardening season, we wish to remind all our residents of the Landscaping Guidelines published on the Heritage Hill website, which articulates the rules pertaining to street scape gardens. Please ensure that you have studied the guidelines. The Landscaping Guidelines are intended to ensure that we maintain solidity of form and harmony within the Estate. When in doubt, then please reach out to Jaco, our Estate Manager, who will guide you on any queries you may have.

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The HHHOA has decided to embark on a street scape garden audit to ensure that all residents comply with the Landscaping Guidelines. The Landscaping committee, through HOA office, has been mandated to engage with those who are non-compliant to address shortcomings in a spirit of cooperation in order to find mutually beneficial solutions.

In terms of gardens within residents boundaries, please refer to the Landscaping Guidelines relating to which trees may be planted.

Enjoy the new season and light up your gardens to make this Estate one for every visitor to remember.

Welcome to Heritage Hill, our village in the City We commit ourselves to offer more than just estate life in our Village. We went back to the fundamentals of village life – respect your families, communities, and nature, as strong communities stick together and look out for each other. The inside workings of a community are regulated by the way the people within the community care about the others that live next to them and take pride in their surroundings. We know our residents care about their neighbours and the village community, apart from their own families, now more than ever and we are very excited that these new residents are now part of our unique village too.

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Phillip & Chanique

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Françoise

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Caring To all keen photographers out there… why not forward your contributions for placement in the e-magazine?

We live in such a beautiful Estate, let’s share with one another what life offers in such abundance. We eagerly await your contributions! Feel free to include a caption, who knows you might just see your photo on the Cover of our next issue.

P.s You don’t have to be a professional to take part submit your photo to admin@heritagehill.co.za

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