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FROM THE EDITOR

Dear Reader, dream bigger, work harder, and
never give up. As we celebrate
This year’s Olympic Games in their victories, let us also recog-
Paris is a showcase of dedication, nize the coaches, families, and
perseverance, and the unyielding support teams who have been
spirit of our athletes. the backbone of these triumphs.

A special mention goes to We dedicate this edition to our
swimmer Tatjana Smith, who has champions and to all who aspire
once again proven her mettle by to follow in their footsteps! I
clinching a gold and silver medal. am sure there are many in this
Her journey has been nothing estate!
short of inspirational, reflecting Angela
the hard work and determina-
CONTENTS tion that define South African
sportsmanship. Tatjana’s success
in the pool has brought immense
pride to our nation (and local
ESTATE NEWS community) and has set a high
standard for aspiring swimmers.
From the Chairman 2
Let’s not forget her coach Rocco
From the Office Pen 3 Meiring and his coaching team at
Estate News: Donation from Resident 4 Tuks. These Olympic Games have
been a reminder of the power
Art Exhibition: Relive this Day! 8 of sports to unite and uplift. Our
athletes’ achievements go be-
The Benefits of Having a Pet 14 yond medals; they inspire us to

Fostering a Pet 15 SOUTH AFRICAN OLYMPIC MEDALS, PARIS, 2024
• Men’s Rugby Sevens Team: Bronze
Photos by Residents 21
• Men’s Cross Country, Alan Hatherly: Bronze
Service Providers 33 • Women’s 100m Breaststroke (Swimming), Tatjana Smith: Gold
• Women’s 200m Breaststroke (Swimming), Tatjana Smith: Silver
• Mens 4x100m: Bayanda Walaza, Shaun Maswanganyi,
LIFESTYLE Bradley Nkoana, Akani Simbine: Silver
Kikuyu Lawn Care: Thriving Through Winter 5 • Womens Javelin, Jo-Ane van Dyke: Silver
The Red Coot 10

Restaurant Competition 17
Recipe: Lamb Shank Curry 18

SA’s World Class Game Lodges and Safari’s 22
Interior Décor: Kitchen Styles and Trends 28

Bougainvillea Beauty 30
Tatjana Smith in the pool With her coach, Rocco Meiring

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