2026: The year of the ERA year of ERA expansion

Resilience. That’s the trait Emmarentia Residents Association (ERA) chairperson Saber Manjoo says community members exemplified when faced with a tough 2025, characterised not just by water and electricity crises, but also by the challenge of persevering their green spaces.

As 2026 begins, he hopes the community continues to build and connect, for an environmentally conscious and secure Emmarentia.

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“I hope to see more residents actively involved in projects that enhance our suburb’s beauty and sustainability.”

He encourages the community to embrace the year ahead with hope, unity, and a shared sense of purpose, with the knowledge that every small act of care towards either ones neighbour, street, or beautiful shared spaces, creates a ripple of positive change.

“Let’s show how a diverse community like ours can stand as one, working collectively to make Emmarentia a shining example of collaboration and success.”

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Leaving 2025, he enters the new year having learned the power of community involvement, and that, through collective work, a community can overcome challenges and create a suburb all are proud to call home.

This year, the ERA looks forward to expanding the adopt-a-park project, introducing more community clean-ups, and enhancing security collaboration – initiatives that will make Emmarentia safer and greener.

His goal for 2026 is to nurture the connections and shared responsibility in Emmarentia.

“Through projects like adopt-a-park, regular clean-ups, and partnerships with local businesses, our councillor, and security companies, we will show how diversity becomes strength when we work together.”

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