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      The Wilds

      The Wilds

      The Hope Dealers: James Delaney Turned The Wilds Into a Wonderland

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuySeptember 30, 2026September 30, 2026 1,123 0

      How did artist James Delaney end up reviving a neglected and overgrown indigenous park in Jozi? His dog Pablo needed a walk.   Johannesburg, South Africa (30 September 2026) –…

      The Wilds

      Big Plans for a Visitor Centre and Coffee Shop at The Wilds!

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMay 5, 2026May 7, 2026 1,629 0

      The Wilds could soon be getting a visitor centre, a coffee shop, and an education hub for the kids of Jozi, but backing is needed!   Johannesburg, South Africa (05…

      The Wilds

      The Wilds Gets a New Mosaic in Honour of Joburg’s Gail Scott Wilson

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyMarch 5, 2026March 5, 2026 751 0

      A bright tribute to one of Joburg’s much-loved artists, activists, and explorers of the city.   Johannesburg, South Africa (05 March 2025) – Just before the Giraffe Lawns at The…

      The Wilds

      The Wilds Gets an Upgrade With New Water Channels and Indigenous Plants!

      by Savanna Douglas@GoodThingsGuyOctober 15, 2025October 15, 2025 339 0

      The Wilds’ new features include water channels, flower beds, and sculptures made by the artist who has brought the park to life!   Johannesburg, South Africa (15 October 2025) –…

      Sideways Tree

      “Sideways Tree” Thrives After Miraculous Collapse at The Wilds!

      by Nothando Mthembu@GoodThingsGuyJanuary 26, 2025July 16, 2025 661 0

      At The Wilds in Johannesburg resides a remarkable testament to nature’s resilience. The “Sideways Tree” is a Bushwillow that beautifully defies gravity as it rests mere centimetres above the ground…

      Wilds

      The Wilds is Celebrating its 100th Birthday!

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024 612 0

      Today, the Wilds in Johannesburg is one of the city’s favourite green community havens. It’s a far cry from its time as a neglected spot that people wouldn’t visit without…

      Wilds

      Into The Wilds: From a Forgotten Space to Top Joburg Park

      by Ashleigh Nefdt @goodthingsguyOctober 8, 2024November 4, 2024 9,592 0

      Once a park people were cautioned about visiting, today The Wilds enjoys a gorgeous reputation; blossoming with community spirit, creativity and hope for Johannesburg. But how did this massive change…

      Gauteng

      10 Gauteng Spots that will Remind You Just How Beautiful the Province Is

      by Ashleigh Nefdt@goodthingsguyApril 23, 2023October 7, 2024 2,030 0

      From forgotten gems to new adventure spots, there are dime-a-dozen places in Gauteng that will remind you of the province’s treasures. We’ve rounded up 10:   Gauteng, South Africa (23…

      South Africa

      Artist’s Work Helps Raise Over $360K for Children in South Africa

      by Tyler Leigh Vivier@tylerleighvMarch 3, 2023October 7, 2024 801 0

      James Delaney’s art has contributed towards raising over $360,000 for charity support in South Africa; his art was auctioned at a gala in New York.   New York, South Africa…

      The Johannesburg Wilds given a new lease on life!

      The Wilds Named TripAdvisor’s Top 10 Things to do in Joburg!

      by Brent Lindeque@BrentLindequeDecember 20, 2022October 7, 2024 9,476 0

      The Wilds were abandoned by the people of Johannesburg due to fear of crime, overgrown areas and general lack of upkeep, but an Artist had a goal to reclaim them…

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