Neighbourhood PTA - 16 April 2017

RSA

16 APRIL 2017

Neighbourhood PROPERTY & LIFESTYLE

Tranquil Pretoria Why singer Joseph Clark says there's a kind of magic to life in the Moot, page 2

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SUBURB FOCUS: WAVERLEY

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BUSINESS Q&A

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HOME COMFORT

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Suburb focus

Waverley Singer, Joseph Clark, tells us about his neighbourhood WORDS: BETSIE LOOCK-VAN DER MERWE IMAGES: RENE HUGO & GOOGLE

Embrace where you live and be proud of the suburb you've helped create over the years by your presence and love of the area and its residents JOSEPH CLARK

over the Moot is like seeing a forest with houses hidden among the trees.

I don’t think we would ever move to another location in the city. The climate, safety and security of the area are the main considerations,” says Elzette.

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inger Joseph Clark, wellknown for his incredible performances of the music of Freddie Mercury and Queen, feels privileged to live in the suburb of Waverley in Pretoria’s Moot area northeast of the city centre.

Joseph grew up in Amarillo, Texas, and came to South Africa in 1983 to join the South African Ballet Theatre (formerly known as PACT Ballet) as a guest artist in a production of Swan Lake. “I fell in love with the country and stayed.” Joseph also fell in love with South African actress Elzette Maarschalk. The couple have lived in Breyer Avenue, Waverley, since 1995. This street is particularly sought-after for the magnificent views from its elevated position against the slopes of the Magaliesberg mountain range.

The couple’s favourite place to visit is Cappuccinos in Waverley Plaza.

“It's also our dog Freddie’s favourite eating establishment,” says Joseph.

Retreating to the peace and quiet of this neighbourhood and their home is the perfect antidote to Joseph’s hectic work schedule.

When asked about what makes a house a home, Joseph says: “Creating an environment that pleases you; making it your own, not for resale value or cosmetic looks. A home is to be lived in, loved in – not to be showcased.”

PIETER HUMAN PARK, VILLIERIA

KEY ATTRACTIONS: • Easy access to the N1 and N4 and the main streets linking Waverley to other parts of the city.

• The Moot area boasts its own schools, churches, hospitals, businesses and shopping centres.

• Waverley offers a home for everyone – from affordable bachelor apartments and traditional homes in the lower-lying streets, to modish apartments and beautiful, generous family homes against the mountain.

THINGS TO DO IN THE MOOT AREA: • Enjoy a performance at the intimate Pierneef Theatre.

• Visit the area's many art galleries and fascinating antique shops.

• Order a true farm breakfast at Oppiplaas.

• Visit Sinkhuisie for a superb atmosphere and value for money.

• Celebrate special events at the renowned fine dining La Pentola restaurant.

TOP SCHOOLS NEARBY: • • • • •

Laerskool Voorpos Laerskool Totiusdal Curro Academy Pretoria John Vorster High School Hoërskool Staatspresident CR Swart

Joseph says the Waverley of 22 years ago was “pleasant, quiet and open.

There were no fences between us and our neighbours. You could walk directly to your neighbours without going out onto the street.” Over the years, Waverley has changed quite a bit in some regards. “Fences have gone up and lots of property subdividing has increased the amount of traffic considerably.” Quite a few townhouse complexes have emerged, too.

“Deep down it’s still such a pleasant neighbourhood. Waverley has an amazing amalgamation of people.

Every street has its own character, like a different suburb in itself.

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In a complex

For rent

Median asking prices

Median monthly asking prices

R2m

R6,020

R610,000 For an apartment

79%

R1,87m For a house

R7,500

R5,860

In a complex

For an apartment

For a typical property in this area.

7%

apartment complex

You’ll pay

Based on

JOBURG CBD ±68KM

26%

63%

house

For a house

11%

apartment

complex

over a period of

at

R19,918

R2m

20

10,5%

per month

median asking price

years

prime

PIETER HUMAN PARK, VILLIERIA

PRETORIA CENTRAL ±10KM

R19,500

Property type 14%

house

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For a typical rental property (two-bedroom apartment)

Property type

Monthly bond repayments

PROPERTY NEWS

For sale

For a typical property (three-bedroom house)

R1,17m

ART STUDIO 55

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My business neighbourhood Effects Hair and Makeup Studio is a boutique hair and make-up salon in Newlands WORDS: LISA DEWBERRY

in a residential area near an office park and shopping centre. This means we’re close to our clients and there’s a constant stream of potential clients passing by daily.

Newlands has great diversity with a large retirement village nearby and many young professionals visiting the area from the businesses around Menlyn. Newlands is also safe with active community police and a neighbourhood watch.

Q: How did you find your premises?

A: I contacted an estate agent to help me find a property, but actually found the premises listed online on Gumtree. It only took about a month of looking before I found it.

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ffects Hair and Makeup Studio opened in November last year. The salon is close to an office park and shopping centre, so there’s a constant stream of potential clients passing by the property. Owner Hannes Greyling tells us more about the business.

Q: How did your business start?

A: I’ve been working in the hair and make-up industry for more than 10 years with a great deal of exposure to the entertainment industry. I always wanted to run my own business, and in November last year I took over an existing salon business, renaming and rebranding it.

Q: Why did you choose this area to set up shop?

A: The biggest factor was that we would be situated on a busy road

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Q: Why are the premises ideally suited to your business?

A: For the most part, the building was already kitted out for a salon. It already had furnishings, plumbing, ample parking and there was a private garden creating a welcoming atmosphere for clients.

Q: Who are your neighbours?

A: My landlord occupies the building directly adjacent to the salon.

The other neighbours are mainly residential houses and offices.

Q: What are the shop rental/ sales prices like in this area?

A: For similar spaces in the area rental prices range from R15,000 to over R40,000 depending on where it is.

Q: How many people go through your store each day?

A: We see between 15 and 30 clients on an average day.

Q: Do you have any expansion plans?

A: We’re still developing our services and are constantly adding new treatments and services to our salon.

Q: Do you operate online as well?

A: We use our website and social media platforms – Facebook (facebook.com/effectshair), Twitter (@effects_hair) and Instagram (@effectshair) – mostly for marketing purposes.

Q: What's your most popular service?

A: Hair colour, cut and styling is our main focus and all other services serve to complement the hair services.

Newlands has great diversity, with a large retirement village nearby many young professionals visiting the area from businesses around Menlyn

SEE FOR YOURSELF: Effects Hair and Makeup Studio 012 361 9457/ 073 906 3686 effectshair.co.za

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Baby, it’s cold outside Get your home winter-ready with these easy tips WORDS: CHARIS LE RICHE

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Before you buy your rugs, though, make sure the colour and patterns complement the style of your room.

Outside

The fireplace A fireplace is a great way to keep your house warm, and an increasing number of people are seeing the benefits of having one in the home. If you already have a fireplace, be sure to stock up on wood and get it cleaned and inspected.

here’s been a not-so-subtle dip in morning and evening temperatures lately – a sure sign that winter is here and we’d better be prepared. Here are our top tips to help you get ready for winter.

Clean your gutters Now is the perfect time to clean your gutters – before the heavy winter rains arrive. You don’t want to end up with rainwater in your home because your gutters were so clogged that the water had nowhere else to go.

Inspect your roof Check your roof for any leaks or damage, and fix them before the rains arrive. Also inspect all windows and doors to ensure they’re properly sealed.

Inside

Layers There’s nothing better than snuggling up on the couch when it’s cold outside.

Get your couch winter-ready with a few throws. It’s an inexpensive way to make your lounge cosier while adding different textures to the decor. This also works well in the bedroom.

Invest in rugs If you have floor tiles throughout your house, add a few rugs in key areas. Look for textured rugs that’ll protect your feet from the cold.

HOME COMFORT: Solar control double glazing, as is the case with PG SmartGlass X2, improves insulation by up to 70%. In summer, natural light is allowed in – creating a more airy interior space – while up to 66% of heat from the sun is repelled, cooling the house. In winter, heat is kept in the home by the superior insulation performance, maintaining its warmth. This reduces the need for air-conditioning and heating systems, in turn decreasing energy costs.

PG SmartGlass is SANS 10400 Part XA compliant, with four options available (Standard, Plus, Elite and Superior).

These can be selected according to the direction windows face and the functions they assist with, such as noise or solar insulation. pgsmartglass.co.za

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Situated in the Cape Winelands, Zevenwacht Lifestyle Estate offers its residents the epitome of luxury retirement living.

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