Page 4 - Intra Muros April Issue 2026

CONTENTS

ESTATE NEWS LIFESTYLE
Manholes: Keeping our estate clean, safe and flowing 4 Why consistency matters more than intensity 20
Silver Lakes Chess Club 8 Restaurant competition 27
The Silver Lakes World Golf Tour (no passport required) 10 Choosing the right pet for estate living 28
Our commitment to The R&A Women in Golf Charter 12
Upcoming estate events 14 TODAY’S CHILD
Ludwig’s Roses monthly care guide 16 Why kids need boredom even if it drives parents mad 33
Stand stats March 2026 17
The hidden risks of feeding feral cats at private residences 18 TRAVEL
Blesbuck, our grassland specialist 22 The bush is calling… 36
Easy steps to recycling in the estate 24
CLASSIFIEDS 39

SILVER LAKES CONTRIBUTORS EIA PUBLISHING OFFICE Tel: 011 327 4062 - www.eiapublishing.co.za
27 Muirfield Boulevard, Silver Lakes HOA Alida Kromhout PUBLISHER Nico Maritz - nico@eiapublishing.co.za
Silver Lakes, Silver Lakes Directors Karin Louw EDITOR Nicole Hermanson - nicole@eiapublishing.co.za
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PO Box 11106, Daleen du Plessis ADVERTISING SALES Gerdie Murphy - 082 556 9863 - gerdie@eiapublishing.co.za
Silver Lakes 0054 Mignon Newham PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR Chris Grant - chris@eiapublishing.co.za
Tel: +27 12 809 0142 Walters Noordman GRAPHIC DESIGNER Adele Gouws - adele@dezignhq.co.za
Note from the Editor

pril brings a welcome change of including pet ownership and the hidden risks There’s plenty happening around the
pace to the estate, with the Easter of feeding feral cats. estate too, from community events and
Aholidays giving us all a chance the Chess Club to useful updates that
to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy You can also dive into an interesting read on keep everyone in the loop.
everything our community has to offer. how our estate roads got their names – many
As families spend more time together and inspired by famous golf courses and legendary With a full calendar and a well-earned
kids take a break from school, it’s also a players. If you’re in the mood for a getaway, break on the horizon, April is shaping
good moment to appreciate the shared our travel feature explores bush escapes, up to be both busy and refreshing.
spaces that make estate living so special. while our Today’s Child article looks at why Whether you’re staying home or
boredom is actually good for kids (even if it heading off somewhere quiet, we
In this issue, we look at the everyday things doesn’t always feel that way!). wish you a happy Easter and a relaxing
that keep the estate running smoothly school holiday.
– from maintaining infrastructure like We also feature the latest décor and design
manholes to easy ways we can all recycle trends for 2026 – perfect if you’re planning a Warm regards,
better. We also touch on responsible living, few upgrades to your home. Nicole Hermanson
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