About GARA and its activities
GARA is a Residents Association that caters for the needs of ALL residents of Glen Austin, not just homeowners. We aim to provide information to residents on events and developments in their area. We have direct contact with councillors and municipal decision-makers and use these relationships to influence and direct the decisions made about the suburb. In partnership with the residents of Glen Austin, GARA’s sole purpose is to serve the interests of all residents.
Glen Austin is on the north eastern side of Midrand, a suburb strategically situated about half way between Johannesburg, the power house of South Africa, and Pretoria. Glen Austin still enjoys a rural atmosphere and one of its most charming features is that no stand (classed as Agricultural Holdings) is smaller than 8500 square meters. Many properties operate off boreholes, which adds value to the property prices due to water security. There are many keen horse owners and stables amongst the residential plots and it is not unusual to see horse riders gently meandering along the roadsides. One also often meets a flock of sheep or a herd of cows, all of which have the right of way!
Glen Austin is on the north eastern side of Midrand, a suburb strategically situated about half way between Johannesburg, the power house of South Africa, and Pretoria. Glen Austin still enjoys a rural atmosphere and one of its most charming features is that no stand (classed as Agricultural Holdings) is smaller than 8500 square meters. Many properties operate off boreholes, which adds value to the property prices due to water security. There are many keen horse owners and stables amongst the residential plots and it is not unusual to see horse riders gently meandering along the roadsides. One also often meets a flock of sheep or a herd of cows, all of which have the right of way!
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Glen Austin is considered an agricultural area with a developmental framework taken into consideration by Council before developmental proposals are approved. To preserve Glen Austin's natural habitat, Council has done extensive studies on environmental conservation areas, i.e. the Glen Austin Bird Sanctuary and the Rietspruit water catchments area. Furthermore, the Council does its utmost to regulate signage in the area and to maintain existing services at standard levels.
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GARA (GLEN AUSTIN RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION) AND GAC (GLEN ASUTIN CONSERVANCY)
The Glen Austin Residents Association is dedicated to maintaining and improving the suburb and the environment of its residents. We also have an active and passionate Conservancy dedicated to preserving the environmental heritage of the area. Behind the scenes, GARA is the interface with Joburg Municipality and attends to grievances with respect to roads, services, etc. GARA interfaces with EIA groups and has been effective in shutting down undesirable developments in the area. GARA was instrumental in opening George Road between Old Pta Rd and Allan Rd, relieving pressure on Olifantsfontein Rd.
Become a member of GARA: be an active member of your community and have a say in the upkeep of this wonderful suburb.
Your small contribution can make a world of difference!
Regular Annual Membership fees: R550.00 for GARA and Conservancy Membership
Membership for pensioners: R480.00 for GARA and Conservancy Membership
The Glen Austin Residents Association is dedicated to maintaining and improving the suburb and the environment of its residents. We also have an active and passionate Conservancy dedicated to preserving the environmental heritage of the area. Behind the scenes, GARA is the interface with Joburg Municipality and attends to grievances with respect to roads, services, etc. GARA interfaces with EIA groups and has been effective in shutting down undesirable developments in the area. GARA was instrumental in opening George Road between Old Pta Rd and Allan Rd, relieving pressure on Olifantsfontein Rd.
Become a member of GARA: be an active member of your community and have a say in the upkeep of this wonderful suburb.
Your small contribution can make a world of difference!
Regular Annual Membership fees: R550.00 for GARA and Conservancy Membership
Membership for pensioners: R480.00 for GARA and Conservancy Membership
