Key Takeaways Charles-Louis Herbst was appointed as development manager in Pretoria for Atterbury in August 2021. He studied Construction Management and sought to understand the full process of property development beyond construction. He feels the company culture and people are the biggest things that stand out for him at Atterbury. The most important lesson he has learned while working there is the ability to see the bigger picture. In August 2021 Charles-Louis Herbst

Key Takeaways Strategic Asset Sale: Atterbury has agreed to sell Pan Africa Shopping Centre in Alexandra to Vukile Property Fund after completing significant improvements to optimize the property for tenants, customers, and partners. Comprehensive Revamp Completed: The centre was fully renewed inside and out, featuring new anchor tenant Boxer and expanded stores for major South African brands including Clicks, Ackermans, Fashion World, Pep Home, Boxer Liquor, Roman's Pizza, plus larger Truworths and Studio

Key Takeaways Multiple Major Projects Underway: Richmond Park is experiencing significant construction momentum with four landmark developments in progress, including completed facilities for Takealot's 6,700sqm Pickup Point and Rubicon's 7,500sqm warehouse and headquarters. Strategic E-commerce Hub Development: The site features major logistics facilities including a 24,000sqm Takealot Distribution Centre currently being fitted out and a new 17,000sqm WeBuyCars showroom scheduled for completion in November 2022. Continued Site Expansion: Two recent site acquisitions by

Key Takeaways Crisis Preparedness Without Prediction: Businesses can build resilience and agility to withstand market shocks without knowing the exact nature of future crises, as demonstrated by COVID-19, geopolitical conflicts, and local disruptions like KZN floods. Balance Sheet Strength is Critical: Strong balance sheets with cash buffers and robust financial systems enable quick decision-making and adaptability during crises, particularly important for highly geared property development models facing cash flow pressures. Enhanced Stakeholder Communication:

Key Takeaways Major Mixed-Use Development: Barlow Park is a R3 billion project transforming the former Barloworld corporate offices in Sandton into a modern residential neighborhood, with construction beginning in June 2022. Affordable Housing Focus: The development will provide 4,100 affordable rental units across 11 apartment blocks, making it the first truly affordable rental precinct in this premium Sandton location. Comprehensive Amenities: Residents will have access to extensive facilities including recreation center, pool, gym,

Key Takeaways Secure the right location years in advance with King Air Industria land acquired in 2016 and Richmond Park tender won in 2008, requiring foresight and experience beyond spreadsheets. Build skilled, experienced teams with long-term vision since mega-developments span years or decades, requiring non-ego-driven professionals who challenge status quo and ensure sustainability. Foster deep client knowledge to understand current and future business needs, enabling optimization of total occupancy costs and closing R100-million

Key Takeaways Johann Prinsloo joined Atterbury as development manager in Stellenbosch after retiring from professional rugby in 2018 and gaining experience as a quantity surveyor and construction manager. Atterbury completed a fully-let 6,000sqm office and gym development at Castle Gate, housing Planet Fitness, VDT Attorneys, Mazars, and Central Developments in Pretoria's Castle Gate precinct. Johann was impressed by the palpable pride in Atterbury's brand, exceptional teamwork between departments, and the extensive planning and attention

Key Takeaways Atterbury appointed Ruan van Rooyen as Development Manager in Pretoria, bringing 7 years of residential development experience from NGA Construction and RIC Development. Ruan was impressed by Atterbury's values of being client-focused, quality-driven, detail-oriented, and brand identity improvement, describing the company as organized for joint purpose. His role involves managing projects from inception to close-out, prioritizing client needs, meeting timelines and budgets while considering long-term impact beyond immediate requirements. Ruan is passionate

Key Takeaways Atterbury completed a fully-let 6,000sqm office and gym development at Castle Gate with Planet Fitness occupying 2,700sqm and three office levels housing VDT Attorneys, Mazars, and Central Developments. The new building extends Castle Gate Retail Centre, which opened in November 2020 and is performing beyond expectations with retail, restaurants, kids play areas, and a famous night market. Castle Gate is a R6 billion mixed-use precinct development that will create 750 permanent

Key Takeaways Dr. Michelle Karl, a dental and cosmetic specialist, has joined the Old East Precinct after relocating from Menlyn Maine to become part of the growing Atterbury family. She obtained her dental degree in 2005 from the University of Pretoria and specializes in creating beautiful smiles and facial aesthetics, believing everyone deserves to be their best version. Her practice at Oaktree office features art by local artists that signifies proportion and balance,

Key Takeaways Zia Geldenhuys from Hoër Meisieskool Bloemhof dominated the first annual Filmit Awards, winning five categories including Best Film for her short film "Theatre Kid." The awards ceremony took place on December 9, 2021, at Atlantic Studios in Cape Town, attended by Suidooster actors, mentors, and representatives from sponsors Atterbury and WeBuyCars. Logan Davids from Mitchell's Plain High School won Best Actress for "Too bright to shine" and met her appointed mentor

Key Takeaways Mall of Africa tenant trading densities are now more than 12% higher than pre-Covid 2019 levels, with restaurants especially reporting improvements due to later curfew times. South Africans prefer in-store shopping with more than 97% of retail taking place in brick-and-mortar stores, benefiting neighbourhood and community shopping centres as people focus activities around their immediate communities. Industrial property, particularly logistics and warehousing, is performing strongly with Richmond Park attracting three major

Key Takeaways Die Filmit kompetisie vir hoërskole, moontlik gemaak deur Atterbury en WeBuyCars, het 70 inskrywings van 35 skole dwarsoor Suid-Afrika en Namibië ontvang. Negentien van die twintig finaliste het teen Oktober 2021 hul films ingedien, wat nou beskikbaar is vir besigtiging op Paul Roos Gimnasium se YouTube-kanaal. Finaliste het mentorskap ontvang deur 'n opvoedkundige video op YouTube en aanlynmentorskapsessies met vyf Suidooster-akteurs. 'n Eksterne paneel beoordelaars van Gambit Films, Infinity Films, Nagvlug

Key Takeaways Atterbury is developing a 24,000m² distribution centre for Takealot at Richmond Park, Cape Town, with operations beginning August 1, 2022, and expansion potential to over 70,000m². The facility features sustainable design elements including solar PV installation, energy-efficient lighting, rainwater harvesting, and water-saving landscaping with 18-metre clear racking height. Takealot's 6,700m² Customer Collection Centre is also under construction at Richmond Park, ready for March 2022 trading with potential expansion to 17,000m². Richmond

Key Takeaways Atterbury and USN's crowdfunding project "Spansaam" raised R1,050,000 for SA's Olympic medal winners within 10 days after launching on Die GROOT Ontbyt on kykNET. The project received over 100 payments from various organizations and individuals, with AfriForum contributing just over R100,000 from their own similar initiative. Tatjana Schoenmaker will receive R400,000 for her gold medal and R200,000 for her silver medal, while Bianca Buitendag will receive R200,000 for her silver medal.

Key takeaways: Atterbury will develop a 9,300sqm facility for Rubicon to consolidate six Cape Town locations into one Richmond Park headquarters. The facility includes 7,900sqm warehouse and 1,400sqm offices, with construction starting November 2021 for mid-2022 completion. Rubicon will be located near Takealot's distribution facility and Richmond Corner shopping centre in the southern precinct. The new headquarters offers 1,200sqm expansion potential for future growth. Atterbury is investing R37 million in infrastructure upgrades,

South Africa’s Olympic medallists, swimmer Tatjana Schoenmaker. Key takeaways: R1,050,000 was raised through Spansaam, a crowdfunding initiative by Atterbury Trust and USN. The campaign launched on August 11 during Die GROOT Ontbyt on kykNET. Tatjana Schoenmaker received R600,000, while Bianca Buitendag got R200,000 for their Olympic wins. Coaches Rocco Meiring and Greg Emslie were awarded R150,000 and R50,000 respectively. R50,000 was reserved for a scholarship to support a promising young athlete. Atterbury and

Key takeaways: Atterbury and USN are jointly donating R500,000 to South Africa's Olympic medal winners from the Tokyo Games. The companies launched "Spansaam," a crowdfunding project targeting R1,300,000 to reward medal winners, with R500,000 for gold and R250,000 for silver medals. The initiative was created after SASCOC initially announced no financial compensation was available for swimmers Tatjana Schoenmaker and surfer Bianca Buitendag. Any surplus funds beyond the target will be held in a trust

Key Takeaways GROOTfm 90.5 het twee gemeenskap-radiostasies besoek wat slagoffers van die onluste was - Alex FM 89.1 in Alexandra en Mams Radio 92.9 in Mamelodi. Beide radiostasies het geweldige skade gelei toe plunderaars in hulle studio's ingevaar het en toerusting tot die waarde van honderde duisende rande beskadig en gesteel het. GROOTfm 90.5 het R10,000 aan Alex FM 89.1 se stasiebestuurder Takalani Nemangawe geskenk vir herstelwerk. 'n Bedrag van R40,000 is aan Sam

Key takeaways: Atterbury is adding a Planet Fitness gym and 3,500sqm of offices to Castle Gate Lifestyle Centre for R150 million. Two office floors are already leased, with completion expected in February 2022. The broader Castle Gate precinct will cost R6 billion and create 20,000 jobs. The development targets the suburban office trend and hybrid working lifestyle. Located near N1 highway with easy access to OR Tambo Airport and Pretoria CBD. Atterbury, the leading

Key takeaways:The Atterbury Theatre opened in 2011 and has hosted over 2,881 shows in its first decade.It's considered one of South Africa's best theatres with world-class facilities and a new Steinway grand piano.During COVID-19, it pivoted to digital broadcasts, creating 39 online performances reaching global audiences.The venue hosts diverse events beyond theatre including corporate functions, competitions, and weddings.It represents Atterbury Trust's commitment to promoting South African performing arts and developing local talent.On 18 May

Key Takeaways Investment to fund construction of more than 2,500 new and green affordable residential units in neighbourhoods, expanding housing options close to economic opportunity for low- and middle-income households. Transaction also enabled Divercity’s acquisition of Ithemba Property, which will enable day to day management of its residential units. The commitment is expected to create between 2,000 - 4,000 construction and permanent operational jobs, creating economic opportunities and boosting employment. CDC Group, the UK's

Key Takeaways GROOTfm 90.5 bou 'n nuwe satelliet-ateljee genaamd die "GROOT Boomhuis" in The Village by Hazelwood, Pretoria, in vennootskap met Atterbury. Die unieke boomhuis-ateljee hang tussen twee okkerneutbome met vier staalkolomme, wat die gevoel skep dat dit in die lug tussen die takke hang. Die vennootskap het ontstaan uit gesprekke tussen Atterbury se CEO Louis van der Watt en Bloudruk Groep se Uitvoerende Hoof Hardus Zevenster oor mobiele uitsaai-moontlikhede. Die ateljee beskik oor

Key takeaways: Double award winner: Won both mixed-use category and overall transformation award at 2020 SAPOA Property Development Awards Urban transformation: Redeveloped mothballed 30-storey 1970s building into mixed-use development with offices and residential units Mixed-use design: Features 9 office levels (including ABSA), 19 residential floors, clubhouse, creche, art gallery, and public piazza Co-development partnership: Joint venture between Atterbury and Ithemba Property for Divercity Urban Property Fund CBD revitalization: Designed to address housing backlog and