BLUE HILLS | NOVEMBER 2018

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November 2018 | Issue 6
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contents
NOVEMBER 2018
04 IMPORTANT CONTACT DETAILS
05 FROM THE ESTATE MANAGER
07 A VIRTUAL WALK-THROUGH
09 WHAT'S HAPPENING IN GAUTENG
10 SALES UPDATE
12 KIDS’ HAVEN AU’ NATURAL
14 TRANSFORM YOUR LIVVING SPACES ONE
STENCIL AT A TIME
18 SECURITY UPDATE
21 ESTATE MAXIMUM SPEED
24 BUILDING TIMELINE
26 CRUSHING ON COPPER THIS CHRISTMAS
29 COCKTAIL PARTY IDEAS FOR THE
FESTIVE SEASON
34 CREATING BRIGHTER, AIRIER LIVING
SPACES THIS SEASON
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IMPORTANT
CONTACT
DETAILS
ESTATE MANAGER
Dikane Mavunda 073 631 7498
SALES MANAGER
Musi Motsuenyane
082 806 1735 / musi@century.co.za
SECURITY SITE MANAGER
076 771 9082/ 061 704 0111
Bluehills@thompsec.co.za
EMERGENCY
Eskom 086 0037 566
JHB Water 0860 562 874
Police 10111
Ambulance 10177
SPCA 011 265 9935
SNAKE CATCHER
Mike 083 448 8854
BLUE HILLS
EQUESTRIAN ESTATE
MANAGEMENT BODY
The Blue Hills Equestrian Estate management body
has been developed to ensure that should you
have a query or wish to address anything on the
Estate, we have a team of individuals you can refer
your concerns to. This committee goes beyond our
monthly Directors’ Meetings, and is instead aimed
at ensuring that the running of this Estate is handled
with all due care.
THE BOARD IS MADE UP OF:
• Nick Crow, Century
• Ugen Govender
• Joel Mokgohlwa
• Caesar Mtetwa
• Kanyane Mathibe
THE COMMITTEE IS SUPPORTED BY
TRAFALGAR WHO ARE REPRESENTED BY:
• Michael Schaefer / Director of Trafalgar
• Shahiem Carr / Director of Trafalgar
• Brendan Beech / Estate Portfolio Manager
• Dikane Mavunda / Estate Manager
• Head office support Birdhaven
Should you wish to be involved and have a spare
couple of available hours per month, please
contact Percy and he can put you in contact with
the relevant Committee Heads.
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Disclaimer: This Newsletter is produced especially for residents/owners of Blue Hills Equestrian Estate to provide updates and useful information. It is produced by K-Studio on behalf of Blue Hills
Equestrian Estate HOA. Although every effort is taken to ensure accuracy of content, Blue Hills Equestrian Estate HOA and/or the Publisher, cannot be held liable for any inaccurate information, and
may not agree with all opinions expressed in this publication.

ESTATE NEWS
From The
Estate Manager’s Desk
My name is Dikane Mavunda. I am your new Estate
Manager here at Blue Hills Equestrian Estate.
Thank you for the warm welcome I have received
thus far. I’m hoping that we will have a good
working relationship going forward and that it
would be a relationship that benefits the Estate.
More people are starting to build their dream homes here
and currently we have about 14 stands that are already
occupied. We would like to welcome the Bowes Family
who has recently move in. We hope that you will feel at
home from the get-go.
starting. We have entrusted Servest
to look after our landscaping needs
and they are doing their best to get it
as beautiful as possible.
We are currently experiencing
difficulty entering the Estate from R55.
Our directors together with Century
are looking at erecting robots to make
our Estate easily accessible from R55.
Unfortunately, we don’t have a time
frame for the onset of this project as
of yet, but will keep you posted.
Fibre installation to the Estate is almost
complete with some sections already
live and connected.
As this is the final issue of the Blue
Hills Equestrian Estate’s magazine for
2018, I would like to take the time to
wish you all the best for the last stretch
of the year, especially our scholars
with the exams just around the corner.
May you end the year on a high note
and experience a fantastic festive
season. To those of you travelling,
please return safely. Best wishes and
blessings to each and everyone.
Kind Regards
Dikane Mavunda
The Estate’s wildlife, antelopes, guinee fouls, jackals and
various bird species are truly wonderful to experience daily.
There are, however, snakes too so we advise residents to
report sightings in your yards to security.
After winter our landscape is starting to take shape and
we expect it to be greener in the coming days as rains are
Percy Manenzhe
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Walk-through
A VIRTUAL
HLP Construction, in partnership with Century Property
Developments, hosted an event recently at the prestigious
Blue Hills Equestrian Estate.
Guests were treated to a wine and chocolate
pairing demonstration, and were able to mingle
with industry-leaders in the property and construction
market - from Musi, representing Blue Hills, with his
thorough knowledge of this superb Estate, to HLP
Construction, who specialises in the construction
of high-end residential properties. A virtual walkthrough
of one of HLP Construction’s current
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projects were also set up for guests to experience,
showcasing how virtual reality can benefit those
in the market for a new home, by taking away
the uncertainty or misconceptions that could occur
during the design and construction process. The
afternoon was filled with tasty food, good wine (and
a Gin & Tonic or two!) and plenty of memorable
experiences.
Thank you to everyone
who attended.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN GAUTENG
Continuing Conversations
17 October 2018 to 21
November 2018
The UJ Art Gallery hosts
“Continuing Conversations”, an
exhibition of portraits from the
permanent collection of MTN and
the University of Johannesburg, as
well as selected portraits from MTN
and UJ’s joint Emerging Artists
Portrait Development Programme
Black Coffee
15 December 2018
Music Is King is an international
concert experience presented by
internationally acclaimed DJ and
producer, Black Coffee.
Black Coffee was recently crowned
Best Deep House DJ for the third
year in a row at the DJ Awards in
Ibiza, Spain.
Prawn and Food Festival
11 November 2018
A market with Portuguese-style
prawns and a variety of other fresh
foodie treats and drinks.
There is also kiddies and live
entertainment, a beer garden,
go-karting as well as a flea market.
Book tickets
KAMERS/Makers 2018 Irene,
Pretoria
Tickets include a limited edition
KAMERS / Makers shopper bag
and new magazine. The event
features over 170 unique creatives
and foodies, handpicked for their
exceptional craftsmanship.
Book tickets
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ESTATE NEWS
SALES
UPDATE
If you have been looking at
investing at Blue Hills Equestrian
Estate or know somebody who has,
now is the right time as property
sales are extremely strong.
The long-term value of the Estate is set to make it an unprecedented
investment. Contact us now to experience this wonderful Estate which
is On Show daily 9am-5pm.
Contact Musi now on 082 806 1735 or musi@century.co.za for more
information or to arrange a viewing of these new stands. This is your
opportunity to build your dream family home in this incredible Estate!
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K I D S H A V E N
a u n a t u r e l
This uber trendy natural look for
kids’ bedrooms has me swooning!
The clean lines along with natural
tones and textures create a calming
haven for your little one. And
this look could not be easier to
recreate. If you stick to natural
wood products, use neutral tones
for your decor and incorporate
nature into your design, you’ve hit
the nail on the head for a space
that is at one with nature.
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Colours that are wonderful for this type
of design are your light greys, taupe, forest
greens, beige, cream & various shades of
brown. Keep the palette light in colour and
do not be too heavy handed with the use of
darker shades of brown and green as this will
darken your space very quickly. A good rule of
thumb here is to stick with your beige, cream
and natural wood for all your large items and
bedding and include the shades of brown and
forest green in your decor items. Perhaps a
air purifying plant on the shelf, or a scatter
cushion in a lovely leaf design on the rocking
chair. To add to the serenity of this space, use
soft, fluffy items for toys, rugs and bedding.
Don’t forget you can put your DIY skills to
good use here! Grab a nice piece of natural
wood, sand it down gently and seal with
varnish and create beautiful looking rustic
shelves. Try copper pipe or wrought iron for
the brackets to add an interesting feature to
your wall. Or how about creating a floating
wardrobe!? Make sure you secure it to the
ceiling with sturdy hooks and tie rope around
a smooth piece of wood and secure to the
ceiling as shown below.
A gorgeous way to create a simple, rustic, yet
pretty look to the room.
Be sure to follow me on Facebook for more
inspiration! Good luck creating your space.
Yours in design & style
Lee xox

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LIFESTYLE & DÉCOR

LIFESTYLE & DÉCOR
Transform
your living spaces
one stencil at a time
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While stencils
are by no
means a new
form of décor, it has
recently spread from
the walls onto floors,
furniture and various
other textiles. Stencil
painting is an extremely
cost-effect and versatile
DIY technique suitable
for paintable surfaces
inside and even outside.
If you can imagine it, it
can probably be done.
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Here’s what others are doing:
Floors
Cement, wooden, vinyl, laminated or tiled
floors are given a dramatic new look with
stencil patterns. Cover the entire surface to
create a tile or wooden effect or add a stencil
design on a specific area to create a rug-like
appearance. Stencil patterns here and there
create instant warmth and character in large
open spaces. Transform stairs and/ or risers
with this technique.
Settle on one colour to create a two-tone
appearance or attempt multiple colours for
maximum drama. Don’t stop inside the
home either. Patios, driveways, paved areas
etc. could all benefit from stencils.
Furniture
Chalk paint has introduced a new level of
weird and wonderful colour options with
which to enhance old dressers, tables,
headboards, chairs, frames etc. Stencils can
help you take your project a level up. From
splashes of designs on strategic places

through to all-over stencilling – anything
goes. You can even transform old wicker
furniture into works of art or stencil over
stains on your favourite upholstered chair.
Once you start, you won’t be able to stop…
Textiles
Stencils and fabric paint can help you take
any visual concept you love to your curtains,
scatter cushions, bedspreads, rugs etc.
Why waste your time (and money) looking
for a rainbow Mandala duvet when you can
breathe new life onto a plain white set you
already have? Stencils create creative ways to
upcycle anything and renovate your living
spaces at a fraction of the cost.
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LIFESTYLE & DÉCOR
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SECURITY UPDATE
This is a contingency /emergency plan for Blue Hills
Equestrian Estate over the festive season. This plan’s
purpose is to ensure the safety and security of residents
as well as visitors over this festive period, build strong
relationships and provide a good service to the
residents of The Estate.
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SITE MANAGER
The Site Manager will do frequent spot
checks on the site ensuring every officer
is well equipped with the necessary
knowledge and skills to perform their duties
100% at all times.
Site Manager will liaise with the Area
Manager as well as the General Manager
and ensure that all necessary information
are shared to them at all times.
The Site Manager must ensure that NO
violations whatsoever occur and must also
take the necessary disciplinary actions if
need be.
The Site Manager must ensure NO
violations whatsoever occur as well as to
take the necessary disciplinary action if
need be.
After gathering all necessary information,
the Site Manager must ensure that the
Estate Manager is kept in the loop
regarding any incident.
Site Manager to ensure all officers are
up to date with the SOP of the Estate in
performing their duties and to ensure they
adhere to it at all times.
The Site Manager must ensure that officers
are always neat and properly dressed
and professional in performing duties onsite,
whereby NO intoxication and or drug
abuse whatsoever may occur on-site.
Site Manager must ensure NO
absenteeism in any manner occurs and
must also take the necessary disciplinary
steps against any violator’s on-site.
REACTION OFFICERS
ESTATE NEWS
Reaction Officers will ensure frequent
patrols are done on the Estate ensuring all
Hot Spot checks are done daily in order to
ensure no security perimeter fence breaches
occur.
Reaction Officers will ensure frequent OB
entries are done and everything out of
the ordinary as well as all incidents are
reported to the Site Manager.
Reaction Officers will do frequent
construction building checks /houses still
under construction will be checked daily to
ensure no unauthorised persons are hiding
out inside houses.
Daily construction house checks list will
be completed as per confirmation and
checked by the Site Manager.

Reaction Officers will ensure daily Thermal Camera
checks are completed in order to confirm whether
cameras are still operational.
Reaction Officers will ensure outer perimeter fence
checks are done every other day and will report in
OB as per confirmation.
Rapid Response crew will do site visits every other
day to ensure that backup is provided to Reaction
Officers on the Estate if need be.
Reaction Officers will do light checks every second
evening (Night Shift Crew) and all reports will be
checked by the Site Manager.
Reaction Officers will assist main gate controllers
if need be. All delivery trucks should be escorted
regardless of who and where the delivery trucks
are delivering to in the Estate.
No exceptions.
Reaction Officers will at all times ensure visibility
with strobe lights turned on. Any after hour arrival
of any resident or visitor at the main gate should
be brightly lit allowing persons to get out of their
vehicles safely and pass through the main gate
safely as well.
CONTROL ROOM OFFICERS
Controllers will ensure that all cameras are in
working condition and report all incidents directly
to the Site Manager.
Controllers will ensure day/night camera checks
are performed.
Controllers to report every incident into OB book
for perusal.
Controllers to ensure all equipment inside control
room are in good working condition at all times.
Controllers to report immediately to the Site
Manager if any equipment is not operational
ACCESS CONTROLLERS /MAIN GATE
Must ensure that they adhere to the Main Gate
access control procedure in accordance with the
SOP at all times.
No access will be granted to any visitors without
proper confirmation from the resident or proper
scanning of the visitor’s vehicle.
No violation and or deviation from the access
control procedures will be tolerated.
Access Control Officers will ensure to fill out the
Access Control Register at all times regardless of
who the visitors are whereby all information must
be recorded into Access Control Register.
No exceptions.
Officers must ensure to be polite and professional
as well as to be helpful at all times when dealing
with residents as well as visitors at the main gate.
On arrival of residents and or visitors after hours,
an Access Control Officer must always step outside
with a panic button in hand ensuring safe entry at
all times.
Big Gates should also be closed after a resident
and or visitor gains entry into the Estate after hours.
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ESTATE NEWS
The Estate's
MAXIMUM
speed limit.
The speed limit is 30Km/h in the Estate.
We don’t have stopstreets in the Estate yet
but the HOA is looking at installation of
road signs/speed signs throughout the
Estate, please ensure that you drive as safe
as possible.
There are children walking and riding
their bikes to school please ensure that
you keep to the speed limit.
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ESTATE NEWS
BUILDING
Timeline
The Board urges all homeowners to begin
submitting and finalising their building
plans to ensure they abide by the rules and
regulations and avoid being penalised.
Homeowners have been given 24 months
to commence building from date of
transfer of stand, therefore all Home
owners need to adhere to this in order to
avoid penalties from being incurred.
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LIFESTYLE & DÉCOR

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LIFESTYLE & DÉCOR

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LIFESTYLE & DÉCOR
Cocktail Party Ideas for the
festive
season
The December holidays are all about social gatherings
with family and friends, and doing so around delicious
feasts. The only problem is, cooking up a storm is hard
work, time consuming and stressful. Hosting a dinner,
even one as relaxed as a braai, more often than not leaves
the hosts missing out on some aspects of the party.
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LIFESTYLE & DÉCOR
So how about keeping
things simple this festive
season by bringing back
the classic cocktail party?
Simple finger foods that can all be
prepared in advance and served
at room temperature – it is the
best weather for it after all – with
the best local craft beers, gins and
wines.
Mouthwatering (simple)
snack ideas
A Bruschetta Bar – We just love this idea.
Set up a table with a selection of delectable
dips, cheeses, meats, pâtés, grilled veggies, jams
etc. together with multiple slices of bruschetta,
and get your guests to build their own.
Caprese Salad Skewers – A cherry tomato, basil
leaf and mozzarella ball on a skewer drenched
with some sticky balsamic reduction. Simple,
yet delicious.
Bacon wrapped “anything” – Whether you
wrap bacon around asparagus, halloumi or
dates, it is sure to be a winner!
Meat platter – Mini meatballs, pork sausages
and chicken strips/wings served with a
selection of complementary dips.
Savoury pancakes or roti roll-ups – Salmon and
cream cheese, spinach and feta or chicken and
coleslaw – the world is your oyster with filling
combinations. They’re easy to make and eat.
Mini anything – Mini hot dogs, mini
hamburgers, mini quiches or mini tartlets all
go down well. Make them gourmet-style by
choosing interesting toppings.
Don’t try to do everything from
Tip:
scratch, unless of course you
want to. You can always buy a
few ready-prepared snacks and
dips from your supermarket or
deli to lighten your prep work.
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LIFESTYLE HEALTH & WELLNESS
& DÉCOR
Decor
ideas
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LIFESTYLE & DÉCOR
Cocktail parties might not require a formal sit-down at a beautifully set
table, but it does require some décor to set the mood.
Like for example:
Fairy lights, lanterns, candles etc. – Fairy lights,
lanterns and candles will create a soft, romantic
atmosphere to complement the festive mood.
Flowers and greenery – Mini bouquets here and
there will add a pop of colour that says: It’s summer!
Go for a theme – A theme is a great tool to help
you choose decorations. You don’t need to go
overboard. Colour/s such as white and/or gold will
do, and even the most obvious theme: Christmas!
Wow with ice – You can also take ice to the next
level by freezing edible flowers, herbs, limes, lemons
or other fruits inside.
Music – Book a talented artist or two to liven the
mood with background music.
Dress up – Make it a dress-up party i.e. semi-formal
or a fun dress up theme and ask your guests to get
babysitters for the night.
Making it extra special
More than just a drink – Supply your guests with
beautiful pieces of fruit such as pomegranate seeds,
blueberries or strawberries to “garnish” champagne/
sparkling wine for example. Rosemary, lemons, blood
oranges and mint look great with gin and tonics.
Serve craft beer and wine in beautiful glasses.
Tip:
You don’t have to supply
everything. Especially if the
numbers of guest tally up. The
traditional “chop and dop”
concept could also work here to
a degree.
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Creating brighter, airier living
spaces this season
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While winter has most of us yearning
for earthier, woolier and warmer
materials and tones, summer does
exactly the opposite. Bright, airy and
cool are the three things that will
help make the indoors more bearable
during the long summer season that
awaits.

Here are some clever tips to
brighten-up your home:
Let the light in – Brighter rooms are created
through natural light, so where possible, let more
light in. Replace heavy, dark curtains with lighter,
thinner options, even dummy blinds could work.
If it is possible to add glass panes in heavy wooden
doors, this will also help brighten up your space.
IDEA: Extend your curtains rods 12 - 18 cm
above and 25 - 30 cm past the window frame so
that curtains don’t obscure any of the natural light
streaming in. This will also make the windows
appear bigger.
Add shine – Shiny objects reflect light, which
means it could double the effect of your available
light. Glass, mirrors and metal vases for e.g. will
make a dramatic impact as light is bounced back
and forth.
IDEA: Create a bright feature wall by hanging
multiple medium-sized mirrors that are diverse in
style.
Simulate natural light – It isn’t always possible to
utilise natural light in some corners or passages
in a house. Simulate natural light in these areas
by using light sources. The higher a ceiling light is
placed, the more natural it will appear.
IDEA: Brighten up dark corners with a small
table lamp with a white lamp shade and keep it lit
during the day.
Choose brighter, lighter colours – White walls
and ceilings will create a sense of brightness, but
the same is true of light pastels or brighter colours
such as yellow, bright green, bright blue etc. The
use of indoor plants will instantly cool down any
room.
IDEA: Balance out the dark appearance of a
brown leather couch with the use of a lighter/
brighter carpet and scatter cushions as well as a
white/bright wall as its backdrop.
Less is more – Cluttered spaces will prevent air
from passing through freely. In summer less is
more. Remove or reshuffle unnecessary decor
items such as carpets, book shelves etc.
IDEA: Transform big, bulky furniture by
painting/upholstering them in a lighter shade.
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