Our community is made up of;
- Owners and Residents
- Visitors and Guests
- Trustees
- Estate Staff
- Neighbours
- Broader Affiliations such as;
Documents of Interest
Owners Interest:
Utopia Building Code (With Code of Conduct CSOS Approved)
CSOS Certificate for Building Code and Conduct Rules
Environmental Management Plan
(November 2013)
AGM Minutes:
January 2024 – Draft
Quarterly Board Reports:
Body Corporate Trustees
Henning Lombaard
Trustee & Chairman
Building Portfolio
Building Portfolio
Peter Lazarus
- What is your qualification?
BA – Political Science (Wits)
LLB – (Wits)
LLM (Environmental Law) (UKZN) - What is your experience?
Utopia Board of Trustees 2014 – 2019 and 2020-2021 (Chairman 2014 – 2016)Acting Judge, High Court of South AfricaSenior Counsel Johannesburg Bar 1996 – present.Provided legal advice and appeared in court on behalf of Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve and Magaliesberg Protection Association. - How long have you been an owner at Utopia?
Since 2009 - A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
Passionate about the protection of the environment and the Magaliesberg in particular.Active rock climber and aspirant martial artist.Good at falling off motorcycles, bicycles and unicycles.
Martin Viljoen-Grundling
- What is your qualification?
I am a qualified chef with a background in hospitality and event management. - What is your experience?
A first time trustee. I have Managed three unique venues—two wedding destinations and a predator park—gaining extensive experience in hospitality, operations, and community engagement. Actively involved with the Lions charity organisation, contributing to rhino conservation efforts and fundraising initiatives. Currently engaged in the salvage sector, further honing problem-solving and communication skills. - How long have you been an owner at Utopia?
Since 2024 - A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
Passionate about nature, animals, and natural wellness. Enjoy photography and spending time outdoors. As the Marketing & communications trustee, committed to enhancing Utopia’s community engagement and visibility while preserving its unique natural charm.
Mel Worman
- What is your qualification? Forever Student – Currently studying towards my 2nd Business Degree.
- What is your experience?
Trustee in various estates, Utopia being a special place, lets call it a first. Throughout my years of serving communities as trustee, I have a clinical interest in various sectional title laws, and ensuring estates function administratively sound, and with good governance. - How long have you been an owner at Utopia? Since 2022
- A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
Passionate about Utopia and nature, hiking is our medicine.
Doing things the right way, the first time and Family comes first! I am a self proclaimed semi-professional puzzle builder.
Stanley Powell
- What is your qualification?
Mechanical and Maintenance Master - What is your experience?
Extensive experience in the mechanical, gas and maintenance services sectors. First time trustee, with many years experience with all things maintenance and infrastructure related in Utopia. - How long have you been an owner at Utopia?
Since 2015 - A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
A family man recently retired and enjoying getting to know our beautiful estate more by being involved as a trustee. Biking is a passion for me!
Rentia Jansen van Rensburg
- What is your qualification?
I completed a Pitmans Accounting Qualification and have acquired valuable experience over the past 30 years. - What is your experience?
I am a bookkeeper with my own bookkeeping practice, serving various communities and industries for almost three decades. My slogan is “Accounting is an Exact Science.” We focus on accurate accounting and consistently aim for excellence. - How long have you been an owner at Utopia?
Since 2023 - A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
I am passionate about my work, camping, and wildlife. I always give my best effort. Family is important to me, and I often turn friendships into family. I enjoy crocheting and reading.
Wayne Malan
- What is your qualification?
Qualified in life, and community servicing. - What is your experience?
I have worked in the transport industry in technical positions for many years, and previously in nature conservation. Being a trustee is new to me but working for communities is not. - How long have you been an owner at Utopia?
Since 2015 - A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
I say it as it is to get the job done. I enjoy nature and all its beauty and do what is needed to ensure its preservation.
Utopia Management Team
Eric Zaaiman
- What is your experience?
I have managed several large sectional title estates, and gained valuable experience as a field guide and tracker in past. I hold a mechanical qualification. - How long have you been working at Utopia?
Since 2025 - A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
Passionate about my family and nature – and when things work!
Nataly van Vuuren
- What is your experience?
Digital Social Media Marketing/Branding, Operations Manager, Admin and Sales. I have over 18 years’ experience in office support as an Administrator /Personal Assistant. - How long have you been working at Utopia?
Since 2024 - A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
My true passion has always been to create, to design. For years I’ve been designing logos, and flyers and social media platforms and, company branding. All this was self-taught as it really is a huge passion of mine and to be able to now incorporate nature and animals is a dream come true.
Phineas Makoanyane
- What is your experience?
I have been working in security industry for more than 20 years. I started working as security guard and as someone who uses opportunities for growth I upgraded myself to grade A and worked as security supervisor and also a qualified armed response officer. - How long have you been working at Utopia?
Since 2019 - A few words describing yourself and/or your interests…
I am a team member who can thrive under pressure and also like to be in friendly work environment
Utopia’s Vision
We acknowledge that for owners, guests and staff to co-exist peacefully there must be adherence to Utopia's Rules and the Code of Conduct.
We acknowledge that Utopia falls within the Magaliesberg Biosphere and we are committed to our responsibility of stewardship and sustainability of the environment.
We acknowledge that without a strong Board of Trustees and effective management of Utopia, the value of Utopia as a whole and thus owners’ investments will decline.
We acknowledge the need to treat staff with respect and gratitude. Renumeration must be legally compliant while also reflecting the effort and commitment given by our staff.