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Lifestyle and Amenities
Open Spaces
Izinga consists of a series of ridges and wetlands. Portions of the development will be rehabilitated to its natural state with indigenous planting and some wetland areas which become wet only periodically and will provide attractive recreational space for walking, jogging and cycling paths.
Security
Izinga will be an open suburb with security an integral part of the design and planning of the neighbourhood. Proposed security features include a camera surveillance system, mounted horse or quad bike patrols for the large open area, as well as street patrols on car, bike or foot.
Amenities Near Izinga
Natal Sharks Board
The services provided by the Natal Sharks Board include the servicing the shark nets that spread some 320km of coastline in KwaZulu Natal thereby providing protection against shark attacks. In addition to the research conducted at the Natal Sharks Board visitors are encouraged with a large variety of lifelike replicas of sharks, fish and rays on display.
Moses Mabhida Stadium
The new 70,000 capacity stadium due for completion for the FIFA world cup will provide a world-class venue for future football games. While this impressive modern stadium with its signature arch design was commissioned to host the world cup it has been designed to host a multitude of sporting events where it is hoped that this stadium will aid future Rugby World Cups and other sporting events.
Umgeni River Bird Park
Of the approximate 900 bird species that can be found in South Africa, more than 600 are found in the KwaZulu Natal region. The Umgeni River Bird Park is any bird watchers paradise with a variety of species including the rare Mangrove Kingfisher, Palmnut Vulture and Purple Crested lourie. While a visit to many gardens in this region will result in the sights and sounds of a variety of birds.
Virginia Flight School
Located at the Virginia Airport, the Virginia Flight School has been training pilots since its founding in 1989. From humble beginnings the Virginia Flight School has grown to become the largest fixed-wing flight training school in KwaZulu Natal. The dedicated team headed by husband and wife Bruce and Sheralee Scott; pride themselves in the high standard of instruction provided.
King Shaka International Airport
Due for completion in time for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, the King Shaka International Airport will ensure that the North Cast will become more accessible to South African and the rest of the world. Initial capacity will allow for four million passengers per annum, while significant expansion remains possible, the runway can accommodate the latest New Generation Large Aircraft.
