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Initiative
GARDENING
Initiative

RALLYING TOGETHER TO BETTER FOURWAYS:

Better Fourways THE JOURNEY
remains committed
our neighbourhood CONTINUES
to transforming

into a cleaner, n our initial article, we introduced engagement, reflecting the true spirit of
the passion and dedication of Better living in Fourways.
safer, and more Fourways, a spirited group of residents
committed to revitalising our beloved Here’s a detailed look at the initiatives and
neighbourhood. The initiative was
vibrant community. Isparked by Raffaella Carnicelli, a long- projects that have brought visible change to
our community:
time Dainfern resident, who was struck by
However, our work the rapid decline in her beloved Fourways 1. Grass Cutting and Landscaping:
upon returning from her travels abroad. The centre island and sides of the road from
is far from over. Inspired by a similar project in Bedfordview, the main intersection at Broadacres and
Winnie Mandela Drive to Stone River Drive
Raffi believed that while talking about issues
We need your feels good momentarily, real change comes have undergone extensive grass cutting.
This project has improved the aesthetics and
from taking action. Her vision for a cleaner,
safer, and more vibrant Fourways quickly enhanced the safety and visibility for drivers
continued support gained momentum, rallying the community and pedestrians alike.
to join forces in making a tangible difference.
and sponsorships to PROGRESS AND ACHIEVEMENTS: A 2. Litter Sweeping and Removal: We
have diligently swept and picked up litter
sustain and expand TESTAMENT TO COMMUNITY SPIRIT along the same stretch, ensuring a cleaner
When Better Fourways was formed, the
and more welcoming environment. The
vision was simple yet powerful: to restore removal of rubbish has significantly reduced
these efforts. and maintain our neighbourhood’s beauty, the risk of pests and contributed to the
safety, and livability. Fourways’s rapid
changes and decay had not gone unnoticed, overall cleanliness of our streets.
and a collective effort was needed to reverse 3. Vegetation Management: Bushes
this trend. So far, our journey has been one encroaching onto the road have been
of dedication, hard work, and community removed, and overgrown trees have been
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