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Estate News

in September 2024. These reviews form have evolved, focusing on community- Riverbank rehabilitation will follow, using
part of a wider effort to ensure continued led, aspirational content that reflects a mix of grasses and reeds to stabilise the
value and quality through service delivery. estate life. Campaigns linked to Eco Kids area and encourage wildlife.
and Mandela Day, as well as collaborations
From a Financial perspective, the estate with the Chain Gang Mountain Bike Club Wider estate maintenance included road
experienced stable growth. Consistent and Coach Smish, have supported this and pothole repairs, curb upgrades,
levy collections and strong resident transition. repainted markings, and walkway paving.
engagement supported overall resilience. Signage across the estate was standardised,
Income increased, driven in part by the The bike park has become a valued feature, including replacement of street name
performance of The Gardens Bistro, which with the 2024 Cycle Challenge drawing signs, and new park lighting was installed
has become a well-used community space. participation from residents and surrounding in both Phase 1 and Phase 2. In Phase 2,
estates. Posts reflecting the estate’s the old wooden bridge was replaced with
Efficiencies were achieved through the development and natural features have a weather-resistant structure following
renegotiation of service contracts and recorded strong engagement. Our estate flood damage. Several bridges in Phase 1
refined scheduling of maintenance work, magazine remains a key communication tool, were also upgraded from timber to steel,
reducing operating costs without affecting and we are exploring opportunities to expand improving long-term safety and durability.
service standards. Insurance arrangements the range of lifestyle activities offered.
were adjusted, and a new policy structure These works reflect an estate-wide
achieved lower premiums and improved A significant administrative development approach to maintenance that prioritises
coverage. Third-party claims are pursued was the implementation of the Property resilience and the long-term condition
where appropriate to reduce direct risk to Sales and Lease Policy, replacing earlier of shared infrastructure. Collaboration
the estate. All insurance claims continue to guidelines. This aligns with regulatory with key city departments such as Joburg
be closely monitored to safeguard long- requirements and promotes accountability Water, Eskom, and City Parks has improved
term insurability. among Property Practitioners operating response times, supported by the ongoing
within the estate. Revised Conduct Rules engagement of our ward councillor.
Levy collections remained stable were introduced to address recurring
throughout the year, ensuring the HOA concerns, with updated sections on pet This past year has seen meaningful progress
could meet operational obligations. care and ecological awareness, including across our portfolios. The estate staff, Board,
Reserves, built up through monthly levy the management of invasive plant and management team, led by Charlene,
allocations, remain available to address species. These rules have been made more have played a central role in advancing
unexpected costs, without impacting accessible by removing legalese while these efforts.
services or planned initiatives. maintaining estate standards.
We remain focused on protecting the
Communications and community The Maintenance and Environmental integrity, safety, and lifestyle of Fourways
engagement continued to develop. A series portfolio saw continued progress. The Gardens and continuing to strengthen what
of welcome evenings for new residents and riverway desilting project entered its has been built.
community events contributed to estate second phase, with further work completed
life. The new LED screen at the Bushwillow/ to reopen stormwater channels and reduce Thank you,
Camdeboo traffic circle replaced the flooding risk. Restoration of the estate’s
previous board and now enables more original dam is underway. This project Ryan Horsman
effective visual communication for notices has drawn interest from long-standing
and events. The estate’s digital platforms residents and supports ecological balance. Chairman, FWG Board of Directors

We remain focused on protecting the integrity, safety, and lifestyle of
Fourways Gardens and continuing to strengthen what has been built.

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