In Focus your community magazine – Dainfern Nature Association October 2024
Exciting news Diner en Blanc
On Saturday 14 September Dainfern hosted its first inaugural Dîner en Blanc on our stunning 1st Fairway. This iconic event was made possible through the generous support of our sponsors Windhoek, Inverroche, Century 21 Fourways, BMW Fourways, Fidelity and Safe Waste.
Originating in Paris in 1988, Dîner en Blanc began as a gathering of friends, characterised by its elegance and the unique tradition of wearing white to create a sense of unity and visibility in a public space. Dainfern’s beautiful 1st Fairway served as the perfect backdrop, while the excellent cuisine and thoughtfully arranged tables fostered a sense of community and connection among our neighbours.
The evening was truly unforgettable, with many expressing hopes that it will become an annual highlight. Special recognition to our Lifestyle Director, Brandon, for his vision in bringing a signature Dainfern event to life, DHA maintenance who assisted with the setup and to Marinette van der Walt who navigated the challenges of organising an event of this scale with grace and skill.
Maintenance and Projects
The solar at both gatehouses has been commissioned, and our maintenance team has begun with the repainting of the gatehouses. Broadacres Gate is completed, and the refresh has made a visible difference. Our two major projects – the solar and gabions on the Jukskei – are nearing completion.
The next major projects on the horizon include the installation of the multi-purpose court at the Pavilion, gabions on Trent Stream and the swimming pools at the clubhouse and Pavilion. The clubhouse upgrade and bunker project will commence in early 2025.
By Geraldine Harris – CEO. Read more below:
In Focus your community magazine – Dainfern Nature Association September 2024
Exciting news Diner en Blanc
The Lifestyle committee have put together a first of its kind for Dainfern. Join us on the 14th September for Dainfern Golf Estate’s grandest event yet – Diner en Blanc – an outdoor dining and entertainment experience on the 1st fairway. Residents and guests will welcome Spring dressed in white and indulge in a night of elegance, gourmet cuisine, and unforgettable ambiance under the stars. Book your tickets to avoid missing out on a night to remember.
Tickets are available at Quicket: https://qkt.io/MTVnui
This event is proudly sponsored by BMW Fourways, Century 21 Fourways and Windhoek.
Projects and events
The Gabion project is nearing completion on the 9th hole, to be followed by a smaller section on the 18th. Solar has been commissioned at both gates and the carport installations are well underway.
A welcome addition to the pavilion area will be the installation of the multi-purpose court. Construction will commence towards the end of September (the courts will cater for 5-a-side
soccer, pickleball and basketball.)
The Women’s Day high tea was sold out and ladies enjoyed a brunch with complimentary mimosas from Six33, hand massages by Justine, prizes sponsored by Century 21 and Vanilla Payroll, and a talk by Mix FM presenter Lauri-Leah Momberg.
Welcome
We are pleased to welcome Dwayne Gibson the new golf director; Dwayne can be contacted at [email protected]
By Geraldine Harris – CEO. Read more below:
In Focus your community magazine – Dainfern Nature Association August 2024
#DainfernCares
The golf clubhouse transformed into a disco straight out of 1986 on Saturday, July 13th, as the #DainfernCares hosted its ’80s Party in aid of its Mandela Day project.
Around 100 partygoers donned spandex, shoulder pads, neon gloves, and side- ponies as they danced their 67 minutes in honour of Tata Madiba. All proceeds from the event were donated towards purchasing and distributing sanitary items to schoolgirls in disadvantaged communities. So far, over R10,000 has been collected for the cause.
In South Africa, at least 7 million girls stay home for a week every month because they cannot afford sanitary items. The DHA understands the impact this statistic has on the future of women in South Africa. The DHA would like to thank each person who donated their time, money, and dance moves to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of schoolgirls.
We also appreciate and recognise the many residents in Dainfern who support Mandela Day through their own projects.
The #DainfernCares morning coffees will continue until the end of July, with Century21 sponsoring Tuesday coffee. This together with Best Deck’s sponsorship, means coffee is now available throughout the week. Our thanks also go to the Fidelity staff who assist with the early morning setup.
Ongoing Projects
Ongoing projects include the installation of gabions, clubhouse solar carports, Gateside paving remediation, and repairs to identified roads, which will commence shortly. We are also happy to report that the flooring at the SIX33 playground has been completed, the installation included additional shock pads at high-risk areas such as the jumping castle in compliance with recommended standards. The installation of the fence at the parking lot area also provides an additional level of assurance to parents, acting as a barrier between the play area and the parking lot.
Please Welcome
We are pleased to welcome Marinette van der Walt to the Dainfern team as our new Lifestyle, Events, and Communications Coordinator. Please join us in welcoming her. Marinette can be reached at [email protected].
Bidding Farewell
Unfortunately, we must also bid farewell to Dean Kupferman, Deidré Proxenos and Peet Trollip. We thank them for their commitment to Dainfern and wish them all the best in their new endeavours.
By Geraldine Harris – CEO. Read more below:
In Focus your community magazine – Dainfern Nature Association July 2024
CEO Report
The estate has been bustling with activity, with many projects underway. The solar installation has begun, alongside several other projects that need to be completed during the winter months.
Morning coffee initiative
Our Dainfern Cares early morning coffee initiative has been well received, especially during the recent cold spell. The DHA will continue running this initiative throughout July on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Stuart Martin of Best Deck has kindly sponsored Thursday coffees, and we would welcome sponsorship for Tuesdays as well. This initiative would not be possible without the invaluable assistance of our Fidelity team, who help with the early morning setup.
Orienteering Event
We have received overwhelmingly positive feedback on our Father’s Day weekend events. Both events were firsts for Dainfern and, based on the success, will likely be held again. I participated in the orienteering event with my family; it was a fun adventure with 20 waypoints on the 6 km course. We managed to complete 10 in an hour, while the winners impressively completed 17. Thank you to SIX33 for the hot chocolate and cookies at the end, and to Jonny’s, SIX33, Gifts by You, Col’ Cacchio, and Dainfern Golf for the prizes.
Dad Fest Car Show
The Dad Fest Car Show on Father’s Day morning was a standout event. Residents of all ages enjoyed the display of cars, boats, bikes, and quads. The DJ kept the atmosphere lively, and the coffee truck provided much-needed caffeine for early morning attendees. A huge thank you to the Lifestyle team, our residents who showcased their vehicles and to our exhibitors (Carshop Rivonia, Sports & GT Classics, Biker’s Warehouse, and Chasing Cars).
With the winter solstice behind us, we can look forward to spring and longer days. In the meantime, stay warm and enjoy the estate’s beauty, even in the middle of winter.
By Geraldine Harris – CEO. Read more below:
In Focus your community magazine – Dainfern Nature Association June 2024
CEO Report
Thank you to all for your support and encouragement as I embark on this new role, I look forward to the challenges and opportunities lying ahead. A huge thanks to Peet who has taken the helm twice in as many years and given so much of his time to the DHA and kept us steered in the right direction, your support and dedication is appreciated by all.
While most of April was spent finalising projects relating to the previous financial year. This month we have focused on the planning of the roll-out of our Capex and Projects for the 2025 financial year.
Mother’s Day
The Mother’s Day weekend started off with a gifting pop-up market at the Clubhouse and a few moms were spotted buying “to Mom, from Mom” gifts. On Sunday families celebrated the day at SIX33 with a special Mother’s Day menu, and children were kept busy with fun activities.
Ladies Club Champs
Thank you to Rowena Majiedt and the ladies golf committee for inviting me to their Club Champs prizegiving. The members’ bar was beautifully decorated with high spirit and comradery amongst the ladies. Any ladies contemplating taking up golf are encouraged to join this friendly and warm group of lady golfers – all levels are welcome.
Results from the day:
- A Division 1st place: Amy Wei Liu (170 gross over 2 days)
- B Division 1st place: Gail Newland (197 gross after 2 days)
- C Division 1st place: Ji Sook Lee (70 points)
- Senior Competition: Janet Currin (41 points)
Maintenance
We have implemented the FixIt email address ([email protected]) to improve the logging and tracking of maintenance issues in the Estate.
For urgent maintenance-related issues, please contact the Control Room at (011) 875-0601/2.
By Geraldine Harris – CEO. Read more below:
In Focus your community magazine – Dainfern Nature Association May 2024
April Festivities
Our Easter festivities were absolutely thrilling with the assistance of Halo Aviation (our aerial medic partner) who dropped hundreds of easter eggs from their helicopter for the children to collect, share and enjoy. There was huge excitement all around. The children could also enjoy the jumping castle, slip and slide, cute petting zoo as well as fun tattoos. The vibe was incredible as live music accompanied the special spit braai provided by SIX33.
Congratulations
We congratulate the following winners of the Men’s Club Championships 2024:-
Matthew Leonard on winning the Junior Club Championship Title 2024 with scores of 74 + 72 = 146 Total Gross.
Oliver Goldhill on being the Dainfern Golf Club Club Champion 2024. Over the two days, his score was an incredible 70 + 66 = 136 Gross (-8).
Senior Men’s Club Champion for 2024 – Mr. Neale Gandy and his scores were 74 – 71 = 145.
We congratulate Heinrich Bruiners on his spectacular win of the Stella Artois Players Championship 2024, hosted by Dainfern Golf Estate. The weather was picture perfect, the course in tip top condition and all the teams – from Golf, Turfnet, Golf Data, SIX33, the Board and all the staff at the DHA pulled together to ensure this was a highly successful event.
Maintenance
We have finally completed the project to redo ALL our road names across the Estate. This was a huge undertaking and we thank the team who coordinated the project. Our maintenance staff have recently received their new uniforms too – we are very proud of them.
Golf Data
We are currently dusting the greens heavily once a month during the growing season which is extremely beneficial for the health of the turf grass plant and the longevity of sand- based greens.
The sand helps to dilute the thatch and control the organic layer. The sand also helps protect the crown of the plant where other diseases can occur. This practice also helps to protect the leaf blades from the constant shearing action from the mower blades and helps alleviate the stress from foot traffic. The sand creates a smoother playing surface and assists to keep the greens firm and true.
By Peet Trollip – Operations Manager. Read more below:
In Focus your community magazine – Dainfern Nature Association April 2024
WhatsApp Business Channel
The launch of our official DHA WhatsApp Business Channel in March has been met with enthusiasm from residents. We’re delighted by the positive feedback received and are committed to enhancing our communication across various platforms to better serve our community.
Events on the Estate
March was a bustling month on the Estate, with notable events such as the Men’s Club Champs and the Annual Stella Artois Players Championship. Stay tuned for further details in next month’s report.
We also hosted the Bubbly Run, the Dainfern Business Club interview with Ryan Noach and a St. Patrick’s Day party.
DHA SGM – 13 March 2024
We extend our gratitude to all members who participated in our DHA Special General Meeting on 13 March.
The meeting was a resounding success, and we are pleased to announce that our budget for the 2024/2025 fiscal year has been approved.
Maintenance
Our maintenance team, in collaboration with City Power, successfully completed the extensive project of upgrading all prepaid meters on the Estate. Additionally, the replacement of the roof at Broadacres Gate has been completed, marking a significant improvement both functionally and aesthetically. The Cedar Gate roof replacement is currently being done.
Golfing Update
Golf Fees
The latest golf fees for the 2024/2025 year have been released. Residents can find more information in our newsletters, on our website, or by visiting the golf office.
LW1 Ladies Golf League Team
Congratulations to our LW1 Ladies Golf League Team for their success at the CGGU awards dinner, where they were recognized for winning the B Division section in 2023.
Immaculate condition of our course.
We commend our golf course maintenance teams, including Golf Data, Turfnet, and our dedicated staff, for their meticulous attention to detail in ensuring the immaculate condition of our course.
Fidelity Security Group
In March, we were honoured by a visit from Mr. Wahl Baartman, CEO of Fidelity Security Group. Mr. Baartman recognized the dedication and service excellence of our security officers by personally presenting long-standing awards to them at their respective posts.
By Peet Trollip – Operations Manager. Read more below:
