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ESTATE MATTERS
By Nicole Zerwick Images by Ivan Muller 082 454 8487

I that his place shall never be with those cold and timid
worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so
always look forward to the annual year-end
event where Cornwall Hill Staff and interested
souls who neither know victory nor defeat. "
residents gather for a time to reflect on the
past year and for the residents to show their
She commended the staff of Cornwall Hill Estate of
appreciation to the awesome staff that make
being just those kind of people – those that get into
our privileged way of life possible.
the arena, despite the criticism, for keeping on going
Once again, Nicolette Conradie did a sterling job of despite failure and error. She concluded by saying that
co-ordinating the monetary donations from residents we all need this type of attitude, not only inspire the
and the procuring of vouchers for each Cornwall Hill younger generation looking up to us for direction, but
Estate staff member. This is a mammoth task and I, for also to make our country a better place.
one, am extremely grateful to her for offering to do it.
Thank you, Nicolette! We would be remiss if we did not On behalf of the staff, Eric Mulaudzi, Shift Manager
also thank residents that contribute every year, Mark of Bidvest Coin Security, very eloquently thanked the
Hattingh of Hattingh and Ndzabandzaba Attorneys residents for their recognition and for the vouchers.
that manage the funds for us, and Heleen that updated He acknowledged residents, those present at the
the board. Thank you for being involved on our behalf. ceremony and those not able to be there, who also
made a difference by saying: “We see you”.
In her speech, Nicolette discussed the past year: a year
of great victories but also a year in which we had to Eric continued by explaining how the security staff
overcome great challenges too, both as a county and took it personally when there were incidents in the
within the borders of Cornwall Hill Estate. She touched Estate, but added that this only served to motivate
on the security issues experienced by some, monetary the teams to be even more vigilant. He encouraged
concerns for others and hard personal circumstances each staff member to build on the hard work done
experienced by yet others. Yet, she encouraged us, in 2019 to ensure a better 2020. Furthermore, he also
quoting from a 1910 speech by President Roosevelt encouraged his colleagues who were on duty over the
of the United States, to take up our individual festive season, reminding them that this was part and
responsibilities to be good citizens. parcel of the career paths they had chosen. He wished
those still to take leave, a good rest.
"It is not the critic who counts, nor the man who points
out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer The vouchers that were handed out to the Cornwall Hill
of deeds could have done them better. The credit Estate staff represent 'Thank you' gifts from residents
belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose to show our deep appreciation for the sacrifice and
face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who service given to Cornwall Hill Estate. Also, a thank you
strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and for keeping us and our children safe, a thank you for
again, because there is no effort without error; but who keeping those who work for us safe and a thank you to
does actually strive to do the deeds… and who at the staff for maintaining our beautiful environment.

Eric Mulaudzi (left), Dirk Heyns and Johan Visser with the 6 recipients of the
10-year Service Awards, featured on the following pages...
IN NUMBERS

• 198 out of the 402 households on the Estate contributed
• R250 000 (quarter of a million rand) was raised!
• Each staff member received a Checkers voucher worth R3 850
• John Nicolakakis also very generously donated Roman's Pizza vouchers again this year
• It was a truly feel-good morning for those of us that could attend, and I encourage you to
save the date for the end of 2020. You won’t be sorry you came.

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