It is with great delight that we announce the final resolution of the Land Claim at Blythedale Coastal Resort! In a landmark land claim resolution spanning more than two years, Blythedale Coastal Resort has been given the green light by the Regional Land Claims Commission.

The resolution was publicly announced at a “Day of Celebration” which was hosted by eLan at Blythedale Coastal Resort on the 1st April. Speakers on the day included the Deputy President Baleka Mbete, National Housing Minister Lindiwe Sisulu, MEC for Local Government Mike Mabuyakhulu and the Mayor of iLembe Welcome Mdabe.

The event saw over 1000 people in attendance and was a massive celebration for all parties.

Below are extracts from my speech on the day:

10 years ago we identified the KZN North Coast as a potential property boom area. We started with the extremely successful Simbithi Eco-Estate near Ballito and just five years later, we cast our eyes further north to this beautiful tract of land which will one day be known as Blythedale Coastal Resort. Taking into consideration what we learnt from developing Simbithi Eco-Estate, we decided that a social and affordable housing component would be necessary to complete Blythedale Coastal Resort. It is in our mandate to uplift the surrounding communities in which we operate and we could not think of a better way to accomplish this. And so Blythedale Hills was born. In addition to the social housing component, the development will effectively plough a further R45million per annum in rates into the local economy and another R200 million into bulk services. This will further stimulate development in the area. 80 000 jobs will come available during the construction phase and once complete, the development will offer 10 000 permanent jobs with the land clainants being first in line for these opportunities. We are extremely grateful that the land claim has been resolved and that the development is now in the hands of the eLan Group to manage through to completion.With this responsibility we assure you that we will make this a

development we can all be very proud of.

Exciting news indeed! Now that we have the green light, resources will be thrown at the infrastructure and civils work that is required to fast track the project roll out.

There are no longer any suspensive conditions on the resort so transfer of the development site is anticipated for the end of April this year.

Thanks to all the purchasers who have hung on through the resolution period. There is no doubt that you will be rewarded with a large capital gain on your investment, as well as having the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of an estate that has it all!

The resolution also provides a wonderful opportunity for new investors to capitalise on an investment that offers unsurpassed facilities as well as long transfer periods.

Warmest regards,

Chairman The eLan Group

The high profile Blythedale Day of Celebration held on April 1 was well attended by members of the community and high ranking government officials.	Deputy President Baleka Mbete, Rodger Stewart and Mark Taylor share a funny moment at the Blythedale Coastal Resort Day of Celebration held on the KZN North Coast on April 1.	South African Rugby Legends Association (SARLA) conducted a rugby and soccer clinic following the Blythedale Coastal Resort Day of Celebration.

The eLan Group is delighted to announce that The Worx Zone in Umhlanga Ridge Town Centre will be launching on the 7th May. This commercial opportunity provides an affordable investment option coupled with the convenience, efficiency and luxury of communal services and facilities.

The Worx Zone is perfect for a small business owner, buy-to-let investor or larger corporate company requiring a fully serviced office in Durban.

Projected rental returns are 10%

Launch Details:
Date: Thursday, 7th May 2009
Venue: Riverside Hotel Conference Centre, Durban
Time: 18h00

For further information on the Worx Zone
contact 0861 060 060 or e-mail info@worx-zone.co.za

The eLan Group is proud to have hosted an "evening of luxury" at the new One and Only Hotel in Cape Town in conjunction with Bentley, Boating World and Seef Properties.

The evening was hosted on the 16th April and was a high profile networking event where guests were treated to the finest cuisine. There was also a range of the latest Bentleys and Fairline Boats on display within Sol Kerzner's newest hotel.

Moet on ice	Fairline Boats on display	One & Only Hotel

Michael Louis, Karin Louis, Elizabeth Louis, Colia Louis, Greg Cryer	Stefan Botha and Andrew Thompson from eLan

eLan is proud to announce a reciprocal partnership with Aldes Business Brokers. Aldes is a Durban based business brokerage, established in 1979 that under the leadership of their director Mike Hindle has grown into a 45 plus franchise operation and the largest firm in the country.

The company has thus spent the last 30 years specialising in the buying and selling of businesses in South Africa. As the largest firm in the country they offer a choice of over 1000 Businesses and 600 Franchises for Sale from around the country, though their 45 Outlets.

In future Investor Club Newsletters we will feature a selection of the top business opportunities that Aldes has to offer, which will provide you, as members, the most up to date business investment opportunities.

For further information on Aldes contact +27 (0)31 209 3121 or visit their website on www.aldes.co.za

Durban's International Airport promises to be a hive of activity in light of upcoming sporting events such as the business end of the Super 14 Rugby, IPL Cricket, British Lions Rugby Tour and the Confederations Cup.

This presents the opportunity for guided site inspections to Simbithi Eco Estate or Blythedale Coastal Resort for visitors to the city, or the opportunity to enjoy the magic of the Spirit of eLan Catamaran or Simbithi's Golf Course.

Simbithi Rentals can also cater for all accommodation requirements north of Durban.
For further information contact Andrew Thompson +27 (0)82 858 1196

The relationship between eLan and Boating World culminated in the co-hosted event at the One and Only hotel in Cape Town on the 16th and there is no doubt that there will be a range of very exciting joint initiatives in the near future, so watch this space!

The press has been unstinting in its praise for the Fairline Targa 38 motoryacht ever since its launch and this perfectly formed express cruiser has already captured the hearts of many owners. And now, after much anticipation, Boating World's brand new Targa 38 stock boat has arrived... She's captured a clutch of awards throughout Europe, deservedly winning Motorboat of the Year in her nominated categories.

To see the award winning Targa 38 up close and personal and to get a glimpse of the freedom and luxury it offers, please contact Derrick Levy from Boating World for a private viewing or boat test, on 082 881 2607or visit www.boatingworld.co.za.

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Investor Club Manager