Boyander Cottage

Benoni is very diverse, with people of every colour and creed. There are more than ten schools in Benoni.
Over time gold mining has decreased in importance. Today the town is focused more on industry and
services, rather than mining, an is used as a service hub for other East Rand towns such as Brakpan, Nigel
and Springs.

Visitors to the town may visit the local museum, the many lakes, the Lakeside Shopping Mall (built in the
shape of a Mississippi Steambaot on one of the lakes) or Northmead Square (known as the first shopping
centre to bring cinemas back to Benoni) located in the suburbs. Near to Northmead Square is the Bunny
Park wich contains hundreds of rabbits and other small animals and caters for children's entertainment.

Willowmoore Park is the provincial cricket venue. Sibikwa an international recognised and acclaimed
community theatre, is situated in the east of the town since 1989.

It is believed that Benoni has more horse stables per square kilometre than any other place in the Southern
Hemisphere.

World famous Oscar winning actress Charlize Theron was born in Benoni. She then moved to become a star
in Hollywood, but was seen in Benoni again promoting her movie The Monster. Benoni was also the setting
for the MTV-inspired, popular cult movie Crazy Monkey; Straight outta Benoni, released internationally in
2005. A more recent television series called The Coconuts was also based on a family in Benoni.

Close to Boyander Cottage within five minutes driving time is

Walking/Jogging- Due to proximity of the bird sanctuary, guests can take a relaxing walk or jog around the
Bird Sanctuary. The sanctuary boasts 75 bird species.

Golf- Benoni Lake Country Club, which incorporates a 18 hole golf course.

Restaurants- There is a myriad of restaurants within 5 minutes drive, these include traditional steakhouses,
Italian cuisine, seafood, pubs and upmarket dining venue.

Shopping - Lakeside Mall and East Rand Mall

Casino - Emperors Palace