Don’t shoot ‘the messenger’
October 16th, 2009
Dear member
If you live in Zinkwazi you will have heard the sad news of the untimely death of Aidan Quenet. Although the Quenets moved to live in Durban they spent a great deal of leisure time at their home in Glen drive, and remained an integral part of this community.
We extend our condolences to Rosie, her children and to Beryl, Aidan’s mother.
A most successful outing was held by the Conservancy last Saturday. A walk through the Nonoti bush, and a braai under the trees in Leonotis park had everyone asking for a monthly repeat. We all enjoyed the social interaction and seemed to learn so much about trees and birds. Our new nursery alongside is coming on slowly but well. It will be the meeting place for future outdoor functions. If you have any seeds or cuttings of indigenous plants to offer, please contact me.
Proud’s Pizza, Zinkwazi Cafe, The Ski boat club, Lagoon Lodge and Darnall Club all offer refreshments or meals at good value. Please support local and encourage others to do so.
Our P403 to Zinkwazi has developed some deep potholes since the heavy rain. Along with the marking of the road marking, the NPA has promised to fill pot holes next week (!). Please exercise caution on this road, particularly at night. The heavy rain early this week severely damaged the servitude between 72 and 74 Nkwazi drive. I understand that storm damage in Zinkwazi’s was limited compared to other inland areas.
I am aware that lower end of Glen drive and the open parks in the village are being used as race tracks for motorbikes and cars. The park used by our staff to play soccer is particularly damaged by ‘wheelies’ made by a red golf . This is a selfish activity - damaging to lawns in the parks and dangerous to children on tar roads. I appeal for your support in stopping it.
Please expect to be approached for questioning on Friday, 23rd October. A survey conducted by KDM staff in marked T shirts, will be carried out in Zinkwazi to ascertain your views on past service delivery and the performance of various departments. Please do not ’shoot the messenger’……….they are not responsible for the pile of refuse on your verge or the wash-away of the servitude next door ……..they are only tasked to record your comments !!
Kind regards
Wendy