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Zimbali Lakes Unplugged

Go behind the scenes of one of South Africa's most ambitious coastal developments: join us as we sit down with the visionaries, creators, and craftspeople shaping Zimbali Lakes on KwaZulu-Natal's stunning North Coast.

From developers, architects and planners to community builders and environmental stewards, discover the passion, innovation, and stories behind this iconic brand as it transforms vision into reality.

For more information about Zimbali Lakes, visit zimbalilakes.co.za.
Occasionally English South Africa Home & Garden · Investing Narrated by Neil Cocker, Dave McGregor, Thinus Rosslee, Shaun Gerber
6 Episodes

"A World In One Estate": Dave McGregor's View of Zimbali Lakes

Zimbali Lakes Resort Sales & Marketing Manager Dave McGregor describes Zimbali Lakes as a “world in one estate,” highlighting security, reliable services, connectivity and 15-minute convenience, plus the iconic Ernie Els partnership, golf academy, clubhouse restaurant... and Ernie building a home there. Experience Zimbali Lakes for yourself: book a tour…
2 Feb 14 min

The Grass Really Is Greener: The Ernie Els Signature Course at Zimbali Lakes

Mike Charles interviews Zimbali Lakes Director of Golf Thinus Rosslee about his golf journey, joining the Els family, and what makes the Ernie Els signature course special: unique layout, fairways cut tee-to-green, standout greens, and a major new clubhouse on the horizon. Experience Zimbali Lakes for yourself: book a tour…
30 Jan 13 min

The Zimbali Lakes Master Plan

Mike Charles interviews Zimbali Lakes VP of Operations, Neil Cocker, about the estate’s vision and master plan. He outlines near-sold-out Phase 1 land, an upcoming 750-unit Evergreen Retirement Village, a 16,000sqm retail hub, public access design, off-grid solar ambitions, two 10ha lakes, and sustainability efforts like river litter removal and…
19 Jan 13 min

Adding Value: The Magic of Ernie Els and a Retail Vision

Zimbali Lakes VP Neil Cocker, Sales Manager Dave MacGregor & Golf Director Thinus Rosslee discuss the estate's growing reality: active construction, lakes, homes, and the Ernie Els Signature golf course drawing rave reviews. The Ernie Els Suites are 95% sold, with a clubhouse and Big Easy restaurant launching in April…
5 Jan 13 min

Playing the Ernie Els Signature Course & Previewing the Zimbali Lakes Clubhouse

Zimbali Lakes Director of Golf Thinus Rosslee and Golf Course Superintendent Shaun Gerber join Mike Charles to discuss the upcoming Zimbali Lakes clubhouse (described as the new hub of the estate) and the thrill of playing the Ernie Els Signature Course. Experience Zimbali Lakes for yourself: book a tour via…
8 Dec 2025 13 min

The Marina & Country Estate: Imagining A New Chapter of The Zimbali Lakes Story

Zimbali Lakes VP of Operations, Neil Cocker, and Sales and Marketing Manager, Dave MacGregor, discuss two massive announcements that have caused a stir in both domestic and international property circles: the visions for a game-changing Marina and an exclusive Country Estate development, adding to the already existing allure of Zimbali…
1 Dec 2025 14 min