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PUNGGOL EAST
COUNTDOWN
GREEN IS OUR
FAVOURITE COLOUR
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GRC EMB
ARCHERY FUN SHOOT
09
13
NEVER
SAY NEVER
06
08
CLEAN & GREEN WEEK
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HI, EVERYONE!
2010 certainly kick-started in style with countdown parties, the
International Kite Festival and Lunar New Year celebrations!
In this issue, we check in with residents who are born in the Year of the
Tiger. Read on to find out if they are as ferocious as the tiger or diametrically
opposite to the tiger. We get to hear from Serene Lau, who not only scored
10As for her O’ Levels but also volunteers at Meet-the-People Sessions.
2010 is certainly going to be packed with exciting events for all our
residents! Especially in the sporting world with Youth Olympics,
Commonwealth Games and the World Cup taking place. Onward to more
good times ahead!
07 Way to go green
09 United we stand
15 Flying High with Serene
05
Best wishes,
David Ong I Member, Publicity Committee
Singapore
International
Kite Day
THE EDITORIAL COMMITTEE
Adviser
Dr Ahmad Magad
Chairman
Raymond Lye, BBM
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Steven Lam, PBM
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Loke Choon Wai
Secretary
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HEART TO HEART
TONG, TONG, E
CHANG! TONG,
TONG, CHANG!
ntering with a roar, the Year of the Tiger is the start of new
beginnings. Celebration dinners were held throughout
the fifteen days of merriment. From heart-stopping lion
dance performances to karaoke competitions, residents were
entertained at full length at the dinners. Adding to the festivity
were joyous laughters from everyone’s favourite God of
Fortune. Like the residents who raised their “yu sheng” to great
heights, we too hope for a year with good tidings to come!
WHAT & WHERE: Lunar New Year Prosperity Celebration Dinner at
all divisions of GRC WHO: MPs of Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC - Deputy
Prime Minister and Minster for Defence, Mr Teo Chee Hean; Mayor
of Northeast CDC, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Ministry of
Community Development, Youth and Sports & Ministry of Transport,
Mr Teo Ser Luck; Mr Charles Chong; Dr Ahmad Magad; Ms Penny Low;
Mr Michael Palmer WHEN: 17- 27 Feb 2010
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HEART TO HEART
All smiles for
the camera
Roaring to go!
Hard at work together
GREEN IS OUR
FAVOURITE COLOUR
Punggol is going green, with eco-friendly flats and an eco-friendly
community club! Estimated to be completed in 2011, the new
four-storey club will use energy-saving lights and air-conditioners.
To promote natural ventilation, there will be many open-air spaces,
including an outdoor gym and a rooftop garden. For this project, the
community worked together as one to raise $2 million via the Punggol
21 Community Club Building Fund. Residents also celebrated the official
opening of the Punggol 21 Community Centre with fanfare. There were
lion dance, Malay kompang, Indian drums, a grand tour of the club and
a colouring competition for children to show their artistic talents!
WHAT & WHERE: Ground Breaking Ceremony of Punggol 21 Community Club and
Official Opening of Punggol 21 Community Centre at Open field next to Punggol
Plaza and Puggol 21 CC WHO: MPs - DPM Teo Chee Hean; Mr Charles Chong; Dr
Ahmad Magad; Ms Penny Low and Mr Michael Palmer WHEN: 27 Nov 2009
THE GIFT OF GIVING
As a multi-racial society, racial harmony is the core of all
community bonding efforts. More than 200 residents and
grassroot leaders attended the Hari Raya Aidiladha celebration at
Al-Mawaddah Mosque. Residents were invited to view how Muslim
residents performed the rites and distributed offerings. As we
celebrate the many festive occasions, let us also treasure the bonds
and friendships that bring us together as one community.
WHAT & WHERE: Hari Raya Aidil Adha Celebration cum Qurban Ceremony at
Al-Mawaddah Mosque WHO: MP - Mr Teo Ser Luck WHEN: 27 Nov 2009
Can you guess which is
our favourite animal?
Steady those
hands and
colour away!
Look Dad, that’s us!
Mr Teo touring the abattoir with
mosque representative
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NEW DAY, NEW WAYS!
And the answer to the question is...
Countdown parties never fail to set the heartlands
ablaze with excitement. For the residents of Punggol
Central, the buzz was in the air even before the party
started. It was a night of good hearty fun for the residents
as they welcomed the New Year with their neighbours.
The irresistible aroma of popcorn made all the tummies
rumble and the games kept the merriment going. 2010
was greeted by silver and gold confetti together with a
lion dance troop and some charming kompang boys.
WHAT & WHERE: Punggol Central Year End Countdown at Open
Field beside Sengkang CC WHO: MP - Mr Charles Chong WHEN:
31 Dec 2009
Sharing of hopes and
dreams for 2010
Who’s ready for
some fun?
UP, UP AND AWAY!
From Kuwait to Cambodia, kite enthusiasts from
all over the world arrived at Punggol to adorn our
blue sky with their colourful and unique kites. 7,000
visitors turned up for the biggest annual kite flying
event in Singapore. They were wowed by kite stunt
displays and, for the first time in Singapore, a night-time
kite-flying! Held together with Teens’ Day and the Road
Safety Campaign, there were plenty of activities for
visitors to take part in. The entertaining line up included
hip-hop dancing, basketball and football tournaments.
Aside from bringing kite flying to the heartlands,
the event invited busy families and friends to come
together.
Kite enthusiast
s from all
around the wor
ld unite
WHAT & WHERE: Singapore International Kite Day @ Punggol
and Teens Day 2010 cum Road Safety Campaign at Open field
at Punggol Field Walk WHO: MP – DPM Teo Chee Hean WHEN:
31 Jan 2010
ROAR!
Can you count the number of kites in the sky?
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HEART TO HEART
Wei Zheng proudly
showing her certificate
Blinding smiles
from Natasha and
her family
PAYING IT FORWARD
Taking place across all divisions of the GRC, the annual
Edusave Merit Bursary Awards serve to reward students
for the hard work they have put in their previous academic
year. Behind each successful student is a family who is caring,
encouraging and supportive both in education and in life. For
them, the monetary tokens of appreciation awarded by the town
council not only provide a helping hand financially,but are also a
motivation for them to strive harder in the coming years.
Congratulations to all awards recipients!
WHAT & WHERE: GRC Edusave Merit Bursary Awards Presentation at all
divisions of GRC WHO: MPs - DPM Teo Chee Hean; Mr Teo Ser Luck; Mr
Charles Chong; Dr Ahmad Magad, Ms Penny Low and Mr Michael Palmer
WHEN: Jan 2009
Boys will be boys even at
the award ceremony!
Keen parents turning up in full force in
support of their children
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Nur’ Afifah with her
proud mother
WAY TO GO GREEN!
Construction of the first green
sports complex is well on its
way! At the size of two football
fields, Pasir Ris Sports Complex
will have multiple environment
friendly and energy-saving
features. Innovative green ideas
include: covering walls with
plants to naturally cool the
environment, and using solar
panels to generate renewable
energy. Set to be completed in
June 2011, the complex will be
equipped with facilities such as
swimming pools, a gymnasium
and dance studios.
KOMPLEKS SUKAN
MESRA ALAM
Pembinaan kompleks sukan
mesra alam yang pertama akan
menjadi kenyataan apabila ianya
siap dibina nanti di Pasir Ris pada
bulan Jun tahun 2011. Sebesar saiz
dua padang bola, kompleks sukan
ini mempunyai ciri-ciri mesra alam
seperti dinding binaan yang dipenuhi
dengan tanaman yang menghijau
dan solar panel. Kemudahan yang
disediakan di kompleks sukan ini
termasuk kolam renang, gimnasium
dan studio tarian.
WHAT & WHERE: Pasir
Ris Sports Complex
Ground Breaking at Pasir
Ris Fishing Pond WHO:
Minister for Community
Development, Youth
and Sports Dr Vivian
Balakrishnan; MPs - DPM
Teo Chee Hean; Mr Teo
Ser Luck; Mr Charles
Chong; Dr Ahmad Magad,
Ms Penny Low and Mr
Michael Palmer
WHEN: 20 Dec 2009
Dr Vivian
Balakrishnan
discussing the new
sports complex with
the local MPs
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HEART TO HEART
GOODBYE
NOUGHTIES,
HELLO 2010!
Star-studded line up, check!
Fireworks, check! Dance party,
check! Fantastic night ahead,
definitely check! Residents were
in for an explosive night during
Punggol East’s Countdown
celebration. With performances from
Rui En, Hady Mirza, Vasantham Star’s
Jacintha, Anugerah’s Sarah Aqilah
and Mingzhu Sisters, the good music
never stopped coming. Not only did
the residents receive cool bandanas
to commemorate the event, they
also broke the record for the largest
crowd wearing bandanas. The
excitement on the floor grew as New
Year crept closer and 2010 started
with a splendid display of fireworks!
WHAT & WHERE: Punggol East Year End
Countdown at Harmony Square WHO:
MP - Mr Michael Palmer WHEN: 31 Dec
2009
Jobs-for-Seniors Fair
Mr Charles Chong and
Ms Grace Fu interacting
with job seekers
Rui En dazzling with
her charming
smile
ng
Hady serenadi
his
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ow
cr
the
velvet voice
Meet the
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Holler for 2010!
What a
thriller night!
Together with the Chinese Development Assistance
Council, Project S.U.C.C.E.S.S. organised a Jobs-forSeniors Fair 2009 on 21 November 2009. Within four
hours, more than 500 job seekers registered. They were
immediately interviewed by participating companies.
There were over 300 job vacancies with a majority in
the Food & Beverage sector. Amongst those registered,
Project S.U.C.C.E.S.S. was able to confirm that more
than 50 job seekers have secured their employment.
For employment assistance, please contact
Project S.U.C.C.E.S.S. at 6388 1742 or email:
enquiry@projectsuccess.com.sg. Project S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
is located at Sengkang Community Club, c/o 2
Sengkang Square #01-01, Sengkang Community Hub,
Singapore 545025.
Project “S.U.C.C.E.S.S.”, the acronym of “SINGAPOREANS UNITED AS A
COMMUNITY TO CARE AND TO ENCOURAGE SELF-SUFFICIENCY”, is a
collaboration by the Pasir Ris - Punggol GRC’s Citizens’ Consultative
Committees (CCCs), the North East Community Development Council
(CDC), the Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA), National
Trades Union Congress (NTUC), and the Pasir Ris - Punggol Town Council.
Project S.U.C.C.E.S.S. aims to provide holistic assistance to unemployed
residents to help them towards employment and self-sufficiency and is
supported by the Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple.
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And we have
a winner!
Steady as
he goes
BULL’S EYE!
It was a day of high-octane fun at Punggol
East during the Archery Fun Shoot cum Sports
Carnival. Bringing archery from the archery ranges
to the heartlands, residents had the opportunity
to try their hands at the bows and arrows. With
practice and guidance, some residents even came
close to hitting a bull’s eye! Besides archery, there
were other activities for residents to try out at the
mini stations. From scoring goals to sliding off giant
inflatable slides, there was something for everyone.
It was simply delightful to see everyone leaving the
carnival with sweaty foreheads and giant smiles on
their faces!
WHAT & WHERE: Archery Fun Shoot at Punggol East at
Harmony Square WHO: MP - Mr Michael Palmer
WHEN: 22 Nov 2009
All ready for fun
UNITED WE STAND
Recent tragic events that have struck our neighbouring countries
show that we should never take the peace in Singapore for granted.
“Readiness is our best defence.” This is exactly what residents in Sengkang
believe. A scenario drill cum evacuation exercise was carried out on 9
December 2010 to prepare residents in a case of emergency. During this
realistic exercise, residents familiarised themselves with the course of
actions to be taken should an emergency occur. This exercise will continue
to be held annually to help residents stay alert and prepared.
WHAT & WHERE: Scenario Drill cum Evacuation Exercise at Seng Kang Community
Centre WHO: MP - Mr Charles Chong WHEN: 9 Dec 2009
Stay calm, don’t panic
Realistic hands-on
practice
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COVER STORY
RING RING!
COMING
THROUGH!
TIGER MOM
She is playful and workaholic like
a tiger, but Kennis is one lady who
refuses to let the expectations of
others define her as a person.
Mdm Rani, a mother of three, has
stayed in Pasir Ris for 22 years.
Born in the afternoon, she hears it
makes her a quiet tiger.
What do you think of the stereotypes that
some people have about ladies born in the
Year of the Tiger?
I think everyone is special, with unique
personalities. We should not stereotype a
person because of the year they were born
in! Our environment contributes towards our
uniqueness.
Mdm Rani, homemaker,
volunteer at Residents’ Committee
Centre
Kennis Lau, cycling
enthusiast,
part of the Pasir Ris
V-go Cycling Club
Ambitious like a tiger, Trevor
aspires to open his own Fine
Dining Restaurant and become
one of the best chefs in Singapore.
Longest distance
cycled: 120km in
two days
We heard those born in the Year of the Tiger
are disciplinarians, are you strict with your
children?
Haha no! I just let them do what they want. I
have no qualms if my grandchildren are born
in the Year of the Tiger too!
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COOKING UP
A STORM
Dreams and hopes for the Year of the Tiger?
The Year of the Tiger makes me feel more
bullish in terms of accomplishing my goals!
One of which is to win a medal when I
compete in the appetiser category for Food
Hotel Asia.
Trevor Ryann Paulo, student,
Degree in European Culinary Management,
Portuguese and Dutch/Armenian descent
PAWS FOR
A CAUSE
I CAME,
I SAW,
I CLICKED!
Reflectiveness is not a
trait that many would
associate with a tiger.
But Wilson, a
professional
photographer,
contemplates life
though photography.
Zanthe Ng,
volunteer at Mdm Wong’s shelter,
“I love little animals... not for food”
What do you think is the most
important when capturing
images on a photograph?
The highest form of
photography is not what is
important to photography
per se, but what is important
to you as a photographer What do you want to get out
of photography?
Like a tigress with her cubs, Zanthe
is fiercely devoted to animals in
the shelter. She is an inspiration for
us to care for our furry friends.
Most touching moment you experienced at
the shelter?
Once after a dog was bullied by the other
dogs, his sibling licked him, as if comforting
him. They too know what love is, they too
show care and concern for each other.
Wilson Ong,
professional photographer,
“Photography is about
looking at the past, and
giving ourselves hope for
the future.”
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NEVER
SAY
NEVER
Nurhanishah might be
only 12, but that does
not stop her from having
big dreams. Inspired by
her brother, she took
up silat and was drawn
in by the fine artistic
movements. She is a part
of the ASPIRE Pencak
Silat Artistry Ensemble
(ASPIRE Sil’Art). Like a
tiger, Nurhanishah is
determined and never
easily deterred.
What do you find most
challenging about silat?
For combat category, I have
to fight opponents who is
much older and taller than me.
Artistically, it is to remember a
hundred steps and perform the
hundred steps in three minutes.
What is the one activity that
gives you the power boost?
Going for a long distance jog
with my father. From our house
in Pasir Ris, we jog to Changi
beach and back.
What are your dreams and
aspirations for the Year of the
Tiger?
Do well in my studies and be a
champion so that I can roar like
a tiger.
Are you similar to the tiger?
Yes I am, especially when I am
fighting in the ring.
What do you want to be when
you grow up?
To be a responsible person, make
Singapore proud and have a
good career.
Don’t forget to warm up
and cool down!
WALKING ON SUNSHINE
On the second Sunday of every month, residents of Pasir Ris East
wake up bright and early to head for Pasir Ris East CC. Armed with
their trusted walking shoes, they start off with a good warm up then
take a walk around the estates. 45 minutes later, everyone is back
to the CC for a hearty breakfast and a free check of their BMIs. What
better way is there to keep fit than to do it together with your fellow
neighbours?
WHAT & WHERE: CSC Walk a Jog at Pasir Ris East CC WHEN: 10 Jan 2010
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Keeping fit as a family
HEART TO HEART
DOING OUR PART
FOR GAIA
Celebrating the wonders of sharing
The Clean and Green Week was commemorated by residents of Pasir Ris in a very
meaningful way. Not only did they lend a hand to Mother Nature through a tree planting
exercise, they also came together to raise funds for needy families. DPM Teo launched
the Purple Hearts project, a community caring project which provides a channel for
neighbours to donate daily necessities to fellow neighbours. North East CDC Book
Donation Drive was also launched on the same day and saw 4,000 books collected for
needy children.
Save the trees, save the world
WHAT & WHERE: Carnival Cum Clean And Green Week “Community with Care, Passion We Share” at
Open field next to Blk 213, Pasir Ris St 21 WHO: MPs – DPM Teo Chee Hean; Mr Charles Chong;
Dr Ahmad Magad and Mr Michael Palmer WHEN: 15 Nov 2009
Work that swing
TEE OFF!
Not too sure what your friends mean when they
talk about double bogey and why someone is
yelling “Fore!” out of the blue? The Golf Appreciation
Workshop is what you need. The brainchild of Mr
Teo Ser Luck, the workshop is held annually since
2007 for residents who are interested in golf. It brings
golf to the heartlands by providing the workshop
at an affordable price. Through hands-on training,
participants are taught the basics of golf. At the
end of the workshop, participants will be awarded
a certificate of participation. So look out for the
next workshop and get ready to tee off with your
neighbours!
WHAT & WHERE: Golf Appreciation Workshop at Seletar
Country Club WHO: MP- Mr Teo Ser Luck WHEN: 31 Dec 2009
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TOWN COUNCIL
A
HOME
FOR ALL
H
DB is building several new rental blocks
in our GRC. This means we will have a
growing variety of neighbours. VIBES has
interviewed several of our residents and
collected their views on the rental flats. Here
are some of them:
MR TAN FROM PASIR RIS:
“Yes, I can understand that some people
would be worried about their property’s
value. But these people [residents of rental
flats] need these smaller flats. Shouldn’t we
be more sympathetic?”
MR TOH FROM SENGKANG:
“Build the rental block somewhere else so
that it will not block my view and the breeze.”
MS NURUL FROM PUNGGOL:
“I’m upset that no one ever told me [about
the building of rental flats]...I think I have
the right to know the developments in
my neighbourhood, right? The earlier the
better.”
MS NG FROM PASIR RIS:
“HDB should build a multi-storey car park
instead of a rental block. I can never find a
parking lot close to my home.”
MR MOHAMAD FROM SENGKANG:
“I heard people complaining about the types
of people from the rental flats. But for me,
I would like my children to learn about the
less fortunate people in this country. Who
knows? Maybe we can help them in some
ways.”
Artist’s impression of rental flats
MR KUMAR FROM PASIR RIS:
“I’ll definitely miss the open view from my
block. But I have always expected something
will be built here [the vacant state land].
I mean, this is Singapore, right? It is an
unchangeable fact that we have limited
land. I see this as...a contribution to the
country’s development.“
Rental housing is essential to help
Singaporean households who
are not able to afford or are not
financially ready to own their own
homes. It is often the only viable
option for them to build up a
better life. Rental flats have to be
geographically distributed across
Singapore to meet the needs of
rental residents, and they also
have to be spread across all estates
for better social integration.
Give-and-take has always been the way
for different groups in Singapore to
accommodate each other. As National
Development Minister Mah Bow Tan said, ‘In
land-scarce Singapore, give-and-take is often
necessary to make space for the different
groups in our society’. Compare having
neighbours from rental flats and having
homeless people sleeping on the street...
maybe we could appreciate and remember
that we are helping our fellow Singaporeans.
Currently, about 200 new applicants join the
rental queue each month. This is more than
the number of rental flats being returned to
HDB. To cater for this demand, HDB targets
to increase the total rental stock from 43,000
currently to 50,000 units by 2012.
Location
Edgefield Walk
Number of
2
blocks
Total number of 512 units
units
Facilities
Surface car park
Current status
Scheduled for
completion in
1Q/2Q 2010
When residents Progressively
expected to
from end-March
move in
2010
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The building of new rental blocks, together
with the revised tighter eligibility criteria,
will help the truly needy get a rental flat
more quickly. The waiting time for rental
flats will be shortened from 21 months to 12
months. ‘Time is of the essence...while they
are waiting, they can’t afford to live anywhere
else, (so) they end up living outdoors,’ said MP
Mr Teo Ser Luck.
‘As far as possible, HDB will minimize blockage
and inconvenience from the rental blocks,’
Minister Mah assured us.
Work in progress for rental flats in Edgefield
Walk, colour scheme subject to change
Vibes has compiled a few facts about the
new rental flats. These new blocks will help
more than 1400 Singaporean households.
While there are concerns among residents
about rental blocks coming up near them, let
us find out more about these new flats. With
better understanding, we hope that residents
can be better prepared to welcome our new
neighbours and live together harmoniously in
the same neighbourhood.
For enquiries, please email HDB at
hdbrental@hdb.gov.sg or call HDB enquiry
line at 1800-2255432
Punggol Place
Pasir Ris Drive 6
1
Rivervale
Crescent
1
375 units
438 units
220 units
Surface car park
1 eating house,
1 minimart & 2
shops. Additional
surface carpark
Works starting in
mid-2010
Cafe, surface
car park with
additional
parking lots
Works starting in
March 2010
Progressively
from 1st half
2012
Progressively
from early 2012
Works in
progress
Progressively
from early 2012
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FLYING HIGH
“Youth comes but once in
a lifetime.” For Serene Lau,
she is making the best of her
youth. Currently in HCI, not
only did she score 9 A1s and 1
A2 for her O’ Levels, she also
volunteers at the Meet-thePeople Sessions. Bubbly and
wise for her age, she shares
with us her story.
Congratulations on your excellent results!
Please share with us the secrets to your
success!
Thank you. I started preparing for the exams
since the beginning of the year. I feel that
it is very important to start early, and never
wait till the eleventh hour. It gives me ample
time to clarify my doubts and revise all my
subjects well.
ughter
Mr Lau proud of his da
What is the best life lesson you learnt from
your days in St Nicholas Girls’ School?
No matter what happens, believe in yourself.
Don’t ever lose hope even when things are
not the way you want them to be.
When the going gets tough, what do you do
to relax?
I take a break from books, turn on the music,
and start singing to my favourite tunes.
We hear you volunteer at the Meet-thePeople Sessions, what is the experience like?
It is a very enriching and meaningful
experience. I have come to understand some
of the problems residents face. Also, I have
learnt that there are many people in our
community who need help. As a member of
the society, I feel that I should play an active
part in helping these people.
Any advice for fellow residents who are busy
preparing for their examinations?
Striking a healthy balance between
academics and leisure is essential. Setting
targets also helps as it keeps track of your
progress.
What inspired you to take up volunteering
at the Meet-the-People Sessions?
I was inspired by my brother, who joined a
year before me. Also, I would like to deride
the stereotype that the younger generation
of Singaporeans is politically apathetic.
How do you manage your time when
you’re volunteering at the Meet-the-People
Sessions?
With school starting, my schedule is getting
a lot tighter. I have to rush to the sessions
straight from school if I have my CCA on that
day. It also means that I have to complete
my assignments during the free time I find
at school.
Any interesting experience from the “Meetthe-People” sessions to share?
One of the residents, who had previously
sought help, sent us two trays of handmade
yam cakes in appreciation of our help. It was
really heart-warming to see the “kampong”
spirit of gratitude relived.
Girls just want to have fun!
Serene together with her brother
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ADVERTORIAL
Loyang
Tua Pek Kong
Punggol East
Golf Challenge
2010
“The Organising
Committee raised
S$150,000.00. This sum
will assist not only to fund
the community education
and welfare programmes
in Punggol East, but also
to organise community
events and activities to
bring the 49,000 Punggol
East residents together “
T
he “Loyang Tua Pek Kong - Punggol
East Golf Challenge 2010” organised
by Punggol East CCC and Rivervale CCMC
at Warren Golf and Country Club on 15
January 2010 was a resounding success for
all its participants and, most importantly,
its more than 1,500 needy and deserving
residents in the division and their children
to help them cope with their daily essentials,
medical care and school expenses.
Host MP, Mr Michael Palmer, MP for Pasir
Ris – Punggol GRC and Adviser to Pasir Ris –
Punggol GROs, graced the Golf fundraising
event, which saw 100 golfers and guests hit
the greens and enjoying themselves under
the warm sun while doing their part for
charity.
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Guest-of-Honour, Mr Teo Chee Hean,
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for
Defence was also present at the Golf Dinner
to show his support for the fundraising
efforts of the Organising Committee.
All the golfers received complimentary
goodie bags. The winners and lucky golfers
also went home with attractive prizes such
as Harvey Norman shopping vouchers,
Friven & Co. Ltd bedlinen sets, spa vouchers,
golf bags, apparel and equipment. No one,
however, managed to drive away the Lexus
IS250 car which was offered as a holein-one prize courtesy of Borneo Motors
(Singapore) Pte Ltd.
In all, the Organising Committee raised
S$150,000.00. This sum will assist to not
only fund the community education and
welfare programmes in Punggol East but
also to organise community events and
activities to bring the 49,000 Punggol East
residents together.
The Organising Committee would like to extend
its heartfelt thanks to all donors and friends who
have made this event possible.
The Organising Committee is very grateful to its
Platinum Sponsors – Loyang Tua Pek Kong and
Formul8 Pte Ltd for their generous donation and
support.
The Organising Committee also thanks its Gold
Sponsors – AEI Corporation Limited, Chong
Ghee Temple, Citystate Management Group
Holdings Pte Ltd, Paul DC Christian Holdings Pte
Ltd, Pegasus Travel Management Pte Ltd and
Singapore Turf Club for making a difference to
the lives of those less fortunate in Punggol East
division.
Punggol East Citizens’ Consultative Committee and Rivervale Community Centre
Management Committee Wish to THANK ALL SPONSORS for their generous contribution
and support.
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Official Hole-in-one
Sponsor
Official Beer Sponsor
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RESIDENTS’ CORNER
TRAVEL THROUGH THE LENS:
Nepal
QUIZ ME!
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ou can certainly feel the spirituality in the air once you step
out of the plane. Although Kathmandu is bursting with
the ever present motorcycles, taxis, mini-vans and their
incessant honking, you don’t feel hurried. Kathmandu with its old
monuments, temples, stupas and buildings transport you back in time. Its colourful shops, temples and
people are just waiting for the avid photographer to capture them.
As you travel out of the city to the countryside, the scale of the mountains, valleys and the lakes
heightens the sense of your smallness. Yet, it allows you to appreciate the wonders and beauties of
creation. On the other hand, the abject poverty of the Nepali people is readily evident on the streets of
Nepal. Small and dark accommodations, flies swarming around fresh poultry along muddy... all these
force you to think twice before complaining about anything.
This trip was organised as part of a photography outing with my friends. We are planning to visit Nepal
again in November 2010 and this time, to experience more, we will be staying overnight at a village.
Wilson Wong I 647 Punggol Central
Name one green feature
which will be present in the
Pasir Ris Sports Complex.
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How much did the Punggol
21 Community Club Building
Fund raise?
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Name one artiste who
performed at the Punggol
East Countdown.
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Who inspired Serene to
volunteer at the Meet-thePeople Sessions?
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Email:___________________
Address:_________________
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