On Tuesday August 24, the Rosebank Management District with the guidance of In Your Pocket City Guides hosted members of the media, officials from the City of Johannesburg and Rosebank stakeholders for a media walk through the district.
The walk sought to highlight Rosebank’s achievements as a City Improvement District and emphasise the need for effective public-private partnerships to address the challenges of our growing district.
Here’s a look at what media had to say.
Developers transform Rosebank into a vibrant live, work and play, neighbourhood by CITYLIFE/ARTS
“All these massive developments worth R9 billion were introduced in the past six years, transforming this place into a totally culturally tasteful place to be at for living, working and playing, and still there are more developments planned for the area, we were told.” Read full article here
Rosebank developments thriving, but greater city involvement required by ENGINEERING NEWS
“RMD is, therefore, continuing to implement supplementary services such as enhanced street cleaning, security, place-making, marketing and engagement with organisations tackling social issues, such as homelessness.” Read full article here
Rosebank cements its status as Joburg’s first live-work-walk-play district by NOW IN SA
“However, just recently (Tuesday, August 24), members of the media were given a glimpse into how the folks at the Rosebank Management District (RMD) – in partnership with different stakeholders – have been working tirelessly to make it possible to have a community where you literally can walk from the place you live to shopping, dining, entertainment, public transport, and better still your workplace.” Read full article here.
“It was a celebration of the district’s hard work and the best way to reveal and share the challenges faced by this growing neighbourhood. The walk emphasised the many potential impacts of effective engagement and managed public-private partnerships. It gave an opportunity for discussion and observation, for starting conversations between the city and the district.” Read full article here.
Rosebank Media Tour by Gauteng Precinct Management Association
“As Rosebank embarks on increased growth and deeper stakeholder engagement, the district is reaching out to City of Joburg entities to help cement its status as Joburg’s most successful City Improvement District.” Read full article here.
Rosebank takes centrestage by Rosebank Killarney Gazette
“The event also allowed RMD to raise its and Rosebank’s profile as a growing metropolitan node that continues to attract billion’s worth of investments. It was also critical for RMD to emphasise its position in Rosebank as a City Improvement District which provides supplementary services to the services provided by the City.” Read full article here.
A district to live, work, walk and play in by Rosebank Killarney Gazette
“It was announced at the Walkabout that despite recent challenges created by Covid-19, the area has seen a number of recent positive developments. “Cities across the globe need to develop strategies to deal with both the benefits and challenges of rapid urbanisation,” explained Nicole Greenstone, chairperson of RMD.” Read full article here.
The ‘four Cs’ needed to revolutionise Rosebank
“The RMD operates on a voluntary basis. We welcome involvement and support from any interested residents. We are actively trying to grow our membership base and welcome any support and involvement from interested parties and residents.” Read full article here.
