We had a very successful December on our Estate in terms of security. We are proud to let our residents know that the Fidelity security plan for the festive season ensured that we had no major incidents and our residents, their families, visitors and their homes were safe.
Fidelity Security Christmas Fund
We thank the residents that did donate towards the Fidelity Security Christmas Fund. The money raised during December and January will be split amongst the security personnel. Your generosity is hugely appreciated.
Annual Hollow Tining
We did our annual hollow tining of our golf course during the week of 15 – 19 January 2024. We engage in this practice to eliminate thatch buildup within the top inch and soil profile. This is crucial for preserving top quality greens as accumulated thatch over time can lead to problems such as poor drainage, resulting in soft and spongy greens that adversely affect playability, smoothness, speed and consistency of ball roll. For sand-based greens, this practice is essential to eliminate thatch and add new sand to enhance the longevity of the greens. The thatch layer also serves as a breeding ground for pathogens that cause diseases posing a threat to the overall health of the plant. This is the reason why we do the monthly dusting on the greens as well to control and manage the thatch layer and produce decent putting surfaces. The application of sand also assists with drying out and reducing black algae that has been noticeable on some greens after the recent rainfall and low evaporation rates.
Renewal of the Tenders
We are in the process of the renewal of the tenders for the Estate Gardens and the Golf Course Maintenance. This is currently underway, and we will keep you updated as to this progress. The solar tender process is well under way and a more detailed update will be shared in next month’s report. We look forward to a wonderful 2024.
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