A HILLCREST businessman installed security cameras to monitor sections of the rail reserve behind the Hillcrest Centre.
“The railway reserve that runs through Hillcrest is regularly used by cyclists and walkers with their dogs. It is a beautiful open space in the centre of a busy area and needs to be preserved and cared for,” said Marge Mitchell, chairman of the Keep Hillcrest Beautiful Association.
She said the area is also often used by Highway residents to dump items, which results in an unpleasant, unhealthy and unsightly environment.
“It is encouraging that Mornay van Zyl from a security shop in the area has taken the initiative to erect security cameras, at his own expense, to monitor a section of the rail reserve behind the Hillcrest shopping centre,” said Marge.
KHBA urged people to refrain from using the rail reserve as a private dump site. “Can we all ensure that the rail reserve be turned into an asset to Hillcrest, for its residents, visitors and commercial enterprises so we can all benefit from a litter-free, healthy and beautiful environment?” asked Marge.
