Sep 14 - Seri Tanjung Pinang
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Sep 14 - Seri Tanjung Pinang
Contents ISSUE 07 SEPTEMBER 2014 04 PAGE STP COMMUNITY NEWS Think Green picks up pace Penang is considered by many as the street food capital of Malaysia. PAGE 06 PAGE PAGE 04 06 STRAITS QUAY UPDATES Neverending fun at Straits Quay 10 PAGE E&O IN THE NORTHERN REGION An unusual book launch PAGE PAGE 10 08 12 Publisher: Eastern & Oriental Bhd (555-K) Level 3A (Annexe), Menara Milenium, 8 Jalan Damanlela, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. T 603 2095 6868 F 603 2095 0231 E corp.comm@easternandoriental.com Printer: KHL Printing Co Sdn Bhd (235060-A) Lot 10&12, Jalan Modal 23/2 Seksyen 23 Kawasan Miel Phase 8, 40300 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. T 603 5541 3695 F 603 5541 3712 All materials published remain the property of Eastern & Oriental Berhad. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form nor by any means - graphic, electronics, mechanical, photocopying, recording - without prior written permission of the publisher. Every effort has been made to ensure the credits accurately comply with the information supplied. PAGE FEATURE The best of Penang street food Loving Malaysian herbs A secret urban garden PAGE 18 PAGE 20 PAGE 22 E&O IN THE CENTRAL REGION Simply Delicious PAGE PAGE 27 PAGE 22 24 E&O IN THE SOUTHERN REGION Avira makes its debut KUALA LUMPUR Head Office & Sales Gallery Level 3A (Annexe), Menara Milenium, 8 Jalan Damanlela, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. T 603 2095 6868 F 603 2095 9898 PENANG The Sales Gallery & Show Units Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, 10470 Penang, Malaysia. T 604 891 8000 F 604 891 2525 SINGAPORE The E&O Gallery 1 Raffles Link #01-01 North Tower Singapore 039393. T 65 6337 1680 F 65 6337 9848 www.easternandoriental.com STP COMMUNITY NEWS STP COMMUNITY NEWS Greening gathers momentum The Think Green programme goes from strength to strength The Think Green Program continues this year, working alongside dedicated students from SK Tanjong Tokong who will keep spirits up with year-long Think Green activities. Every month about 30 students take part in natural farming activities guided by the team from the Consumers Association of Penang (CAP). In late May, 30 students from SK Tanjong Tokong participated in a co-creation activity and learned how to build Coco Husk Raised Beds. Coconut husks were used as building materials for this element as it is a renewable material, durable and easy for children to handle. The Coco Husk Raised Beds were designed and constructed to hold moisture in the soil, something that is required at the Think Green garden as it is really hot and sunny. A series of workshops are also being organised for the students. The first workshop, in conjunction with Earth Day on 19 April 2014 saw the students creating garden beds, kickstart a vegetable garden nursery and carry out garden care activities in teams. The programme also taught various lessons on nature. At one, the Think Green cucumber plants were infested by the 12-Spotted Beetle (Epilachna Indica or Pelombong Daun). This was used as an opportunity to teach the children about pests and how to treat the problem naturally. E&O Property volunteers were invaluable in guiding the children on teamwork. The children planted a variety of vegetable seedlings - from chilies to beans, brinjals to okra. After each session the children shared their thoughts on what it meant to work in a community food garden. The children were thrilled to identify different pests and some collected specimens in their insect bottles while others took a liking to spraying natural Neem pest repellent on the plants. Twenty young children from Tadis Ar-Rasyiddin Tanjung Tokong also visit the Think Green garden monthly. Collaborators from CAP organise activities for these kindergarteners to help them appreciate the workings of nature. All are welcome to join the children during their monthly activities. For more info, please email Tharman Anandan at tharman@easternandoriental.com. 5 4 3 Primary school students from SK Tanjung Tokong busy building Coco Husk Raised Beds. September 2014 September 2014 4 Tadis Ar-Rasyiddin Tg Tokong pose for a group pix before their monthly activities. Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 2 1 STRAITS QUAY UPDATES The Fun Goes n at Straits Quay 17 May Big chefs and little chefs were assigned to cook up a storm in Prestigio’s portable kitchen at this family cooking competition. To add to the excitement, a mystery ingredient was revealed only on the day of the competition. There were literally heated battles between the participants. A happy ending awaited the winners as they were rewarded with Prestigio merchandise. 3 May - 8 June A multitude of activities and events draw visitors to Penang’s unique Straits Quay. Don’t miss out on the fun. 7 MaRch – 27 April Live & Love Life Campaign 21 March - 31 April 7 & 8 June Compassionate Penangites and tourists gathered at Straits Quay to be part of a fundraising campaign in aid of HOPE Worldwide Penang. Funds were raised for the organisation’s health and education programme. In line with the Easter Day and Earth Hour celebrations, each donor received a toy egg containing written wishes which were placed into a custom-made 60 foot high structure. 8 & 9 MaRcH St. Patrick’s Day Beach Volleyball Tournament Offering the best of Malaysian arts and crafts, the Karyaneka outlet offers more than just souvenirs, gifts and handicrafts. For the past 30 years Karyaneka has been charged to develop and expand the handicraft industry via effective marketing and sales channels, through events, promotions, and other initiatives for raising the profile of Malaysian handicrafts worldwide. Family Fun Picnic Staying true to its Malaysian spirit, the outlet features handdrawn batik, brass, ceramic, pewter, precious songket, woodcarvings, sculptures and more. Longest Batik Challenge In conjunction with the theme, Our Budaya, celebrated during the Raya festivities, Straits Quay broke the Malaysia Book of Records for the Longest Handdrawn Batik of 450 metres. With the help and support of various schools, colleges, hotels, corporates, associations and visitors, the mall proudly earned its first official record. 3H-G-5 -------------------------------------------Sea Queen Restaurant Boasting a splendid view of the Andaman Sea at Straits Quay, the Sea Queen ensures that all her patrons dine in a manner befitting royalty with the freshest treasures of the sea. Neptune’s bounty is prepared by skillful chefs who have been specially trained in authentic and mouth-watering ways to bring out the best in seafood. 3C-G-3 & 3A September 2014 September 2014 The Sea Queen can accommodate up to 1,000 diners for both indoor and outdoor events including weddings, corporate dinners, anniversaries, birthdays and other important functions where a lavish seafood banquet is mandatory. Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 VEGA, a 120-year old Norwegian sailing vessel docked at Straits Quay in the midst of its Mission of Mercy journey. Collecting books, bags, medicines and other necessities, the vessel will deliver these donations to underprivileged children in East Timor, Indonesia. Visitors, Seri Tanjung Pinang residents, schools and organisations donated a lot of useful tools, materials and supplies in support of the mission. 4 July – 3 August Karyaneka Straits Quay’s first beach volleyball tournament was held to promote an active lifestyle. The tourney was organised in collaboration with Hurley, Ogival and the Penang Volleyball Association, and saw the emergence of a lot of budding talent in the sport. Aimed at creating an avenue for a fun family outing in our city, Straits Quay transformed the Promenade into a Hawaiianthemed beach getaway with rows of deck chairs, colourful beach umbrellas, vendors, facilities for water games and more. While some families busied themselves with a lively picnic by the sea, others were entertained by the back-toback performances. VEGA’s Humanitarian Mission Two major attractions give visitors all the more reason to make Straits Quay a destination not-to-bemissed. 7 6 The first ever Irish Festival organized by the Penang Irish Association was an exciting and lively event for shoppers of Straits Quay. Featuring the first ever St Patrick’s parade in Penang, the event was also graced by the Irish ambassador, HE Declan Kelly and internationally acclaimed band, Heathers. PRESTIGIO Cooking Competition Sparkling New Gems at STRAITS QUAY E&O IN THE NORTHERN REGION E&O IN THE NORTHERN REGION Acts from various genres, from classical singing to contemporary dance, were presented from 9-11 May 2014 at different public areas of the mall. Each act was limited to a 15-minute slot and there were no restrictions on style or format. Admission was free. Most of the performers did not charge for their acts and later on busked for donations. A group of conjurors from Kuala Lumpur impressed the public with their sleight of hands and delighted the young in the crowd. Life Sdn Bhd was an open sharing of true experiences, tales of all living without judgment introduced by Dato’ Faridah Merican in Kuala Lumpur, brought in in a smaller capacity but did not fail to entertain the audience with its music and real stories. Amongst all other line-ups included workshops of Short+Sweet Festival, poetry reading that has always been unintentionally neglected as an important form of the arts. There were also belly dancers, Japanese Wadaiko drummers, players of musical instruments, to pull the community one step closer to the beauty of performing arts. It’s Festival Time! The arts scene is really booming in Penang. And for the truly unconventional, there is the E&O/penangpac Fringe Festival. If you want to be part of next year’s festival as a performer, drop a note to festivals@penangpac.org and tell us what you can offer! Penang is no longer all about food and scenery but festivals. Apart from the renowned month-long George Town Festival that is going to be held for the fifth year running in August 2014, there is also Penang Yosakoi Parade, Penang World Music Festival and one organised by Performing Arts Centre of Penang together with Eastern & Oriental Berhad: the Fringe Festival @ Straits Quay. Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 September 2014 September 2014 This is the second year a local-flavoured fringe festival is presented at Straits Quay to provide a platform for young and enthusiastic performers from all walks of life to showcase their talent in many aspects of the performing arts, regardless of their professional status. 9 8 The E&O/penangpac Fringe Festival is not a product of conventional or mainstream theatre but a series of small-scale acts that usually occur around or out of a proper theatre. Amongst the famous international fringe festivals are those of Edinburg, Adelaide or New York - that permit artists from around the world to perform a broad variety of works. E&O IN THE NORTHERN REGION E&O IN THE NORTHERN REGION Historically Speaking A Peranakan themed launch of Datuk Wong Chun Wai’s book was graced by a roomful of Penang’s who’s who. Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai, managing director and CEO of The Star recently launched his book, Penang’s History, My Story at the Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Penang. It was no run-of-the-mill launch, as befitting the author, who is no run-of-the-mill author. The 326-page book is a compilation of Datuk Seri’s personal stories written and published in the Metro section of The Star for over a year. It could not have been held at a more appropriate venue than Sarkies Corner with its Straits Chinese décor. The theme was Peranakan and graceful Nyonyas arrived in the most colourful of kebayas while Babas donned their batik shirts. Guests were also treated to a most sumptuous Peranakan buffet of kuih-muih and traditional delights. 1 In between the speeches, the lovely dancers from the Sayang Sayang Nyonya group performed graceful dances to the melodious Peranakan melodies of yesteryear: Jingli Nona and Sapu Tangan. The guest-of-honour was Datuk Seri’s friend and fellow Penangite, international shoe icon Datuk Jimmy Choo, possibly the most best known son of Penang. Datuk Choo shared a few reflections on his childhood in Penang, recalling an era when the Pearl of the Orient was a calm and quiet place. 3 2 Lyn Chai, with Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai and Michael Saxon, Director of Hospitality & Lifestyle, E&O Berhad. The lovely ladies from Sayang Sayang Nyonya group performing for the guests at the event. 4 Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai with his Guest ofHonour, Datuk Jimmy Choo flanked by two lovely Nyonya ladies. Penang’s History, My Story is available at The Bombay Shop, E&O Hotel and at major bookstores nationwide. September 2014 September 2014 3 Proceeds from the sale of the books will go to Penang Heritage Trust and the Kenosis Home. In support of the fundraising efforts, E&O Berhad purchased 500 copies of the newly launched book, which will in turn be donated to public and school libraries. Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 1 Lyn Chai, Director of Group Corporate Strategy, E&O Berhad presents a copy of Penang’s History, My Story to Datuk Seri Wong as a symbolic gesture of E&O’s contribution. 11 10 4 2 FEATURE FEATURE Cendul This famous dessert is a musteat for visitors. Screwpine the Streets (pandan) flavoured rice flour “noodles” is served in a rich coconut milk and palm Char Koay Teow Penang’s street food is legendary. Watercolours goes in search of the best of the best. sugar mixture ladled over shaved ice. Well worth the wait, this Pushcart uncle’s CKT is fried at Lebuh Keng Kwee his mobile stall by the roadside and served at a corner coffeeshop across the road from him via a Wars have been fought and relationships broken over this topic that Malaysians are super passionate over: Penang’s street food. Based on recommendations from our Penang workmates, the editorial team goes in search of the truly must-haves. symbiotic arrangement. Pushcart Siam Road Lor Bak Deep fried delicacies are freshly prepared and jampacked with mince and oriental spices. Kheng Pin Café Jalan Penang Roti Bakar Laksa Very popular stall at this coffee is the perfect balance of sweet-sour-hot, its rice noodles garnished with mint leaves and bunga kantan. Jalan Gottlieb to the sublime is a real achievement. Ah Wang Café UDA Flats, Tanjung Tokong September 2014 September 2014 Taman Emas coffee shop coconut milk and eggs) Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 This laksa’s tamarind-fish soup of toast with butter and kaya (spread made with 13 12 shop and rightfully so. To be able to raise a simple and humble piece FEATURE FEATURE Samosa This unassuming stall serves up the most fragrant samosas with the yummiest of fillings. Pushcart Jalan Transfer Hokkien Mee Curry Fish Head Better known as prawn mee by non-Penangites, these bowls of noodles This Malay-style fish head are decked out in chili curry is a rich hodgepodge of oil and freshly scalded the freshest fish, exotic spice prawns, swimming in blends and a most gratifying umami prawn broth. Seang Lim Pinang curry to drown one’s rice with. Duck Meat Koay Teow Th’ng Pak Din Curry Fish Head, Delicious Food Court Macalister Road 43 Jalan Kelawai A most hearty way to start the day, this popular dish is easy on the stomach and the wallet all at once. Rice noodles is served with duck meat in clear, piping hot soup. 113 Coffee Shop Lebuh Melayu Curry Mee Not just a santan curry, but one with hints of aromatic prawn broth, its soup is good till the last drop. Served with lots of fried bean curd puffs, cockles, cubes of pig’s blood and cuttlefish. 113 Coffee Shop 50 Lorong Seratus Tahun This compilation will not have been possible without the inspired recommendations of our E&O colleagues: Zawawi bin Yusup General Manager, Planning, E&O Property (Penang) Sdn Bhd Christina Lau General Manager, Marketing & Sales, E&O Property (Penang) Sdn Bhd Emily Teh General Manager, Retail Tharman Anandan Assistant Manager, Community Relations, E&O Property (Penang) Sdn Bhd Stanley Cheong Director of Food & Beverage, E&O Hotel Khoo Boo Lim Executive Assistant Manager, Lone Pine Hotel Chef Fong Wei Cheong Senior Sous Chef, Lone Pine Hotel Apom and shredded coconut could taste this heavenly? Jalan Burmah September 2014 September 2014 Apom Guan Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 a humble little pancake filled with banana, maize 15 14 Who would have thought Natasha Mahtani Assistant Communications Manager, Lone Pine Hotel FEATURE 1 2 FEATURE Betel leaves Daun Kaduk 6 Coriander / Cilantro Daun Ketumbar Blue Pea Flower Bunga telang 7 Cosmos Ulam Raja 10 11 Indian Pennyworth Pegaga Kaffir Lime Leaves Daun Limau Purut 14 Mint Daun Pudina Pandan Leaves Daun Pandan 15 L ve Your Malaysian Herbs 3 Celery Leaves Daun Saderi Parsley / Flat Leaf Daun Parsley 16 Aromatic to use and readily available, Malaysian herbs add a distinct dimension to dishes. Use abundantly or sparingly according to your whim. They are so impactful when incorporated into local dishes – be it Malay, Chinese, Indian or Peranakan. Moreover Malaysian herbs and flowers can be easily grown at home even if home is an apartment. More of this in our story on CAP’s Urban Garden, page 18. 17 4 Chives Kucai 8 Laksa Leaves Daun Kesum Ginger Flower Bunga Kantan 13 Lemongrass Serai 18 Thai Basil Daun Kemangi 17 12 16 Curry Leaves Daun Kari Spring Onion Daun Bawang Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 Chive Flowers Bunga Kucai 9 19 Turmeric Leaf Daun Kunyit September 2014 September 2014 5 FEATURE FEATURE n e d Gar One sunny afternoon, Watercolours paid a visit to CAP to check out its Urban Garden. Approaching the bungalow where CAP is housed, all we can see is its entrance, flanked by some benches and lots of greenery. There was no hint of any sizable garden. Led by Tharman Anandan, E&O’s Assistant Manager, Community Relations, we walked round a corner of the building and voila! A big garden with potted plants, trellises and potting sheds. We met N. V. Subbarow, CAP’s Education Officer and two members of his team, Theeban Gunasekaran and Saras Odian who showed us round the half-acre garden and its many wondrous secrets. Long an advocate of natural farming without the use of harmful fertilisers and pesticides, Subbarow and his team has to research, experiment, practise and finetune these natural alternatives before they share their findings with farmers, vegetable and home gardeners. It all began ten years ago after a visit by Dr Sultan Ahmed Ismail, India’s vermitech pioneer and organic farming expert. He suggested that CAP set up a vermicomposting and natural farming centre. Hence Subba and his team got the idea of transforming the car park at CAP’s office into an Urban Garden. From left: Theeban, Saras and Subbarow Subba demonstrating how to separate the worms from the compost at the vermicomposting centre. For a painstaking two years, the dedicated team cleared the area: digging up the tarmac and created their own soil layer by layer. They did this by mulching nine types of millet and spices, grass, manure, introducing worms and Pancakavya (a growth promoter and pest repellent). The Urban Garden is open to the public on some Saturdays each month. Training is shared with farmers, urban gardeners, homemakers and students. Basically, Saras explained, the information shared is more or less the same but Subba’s group will tailor it to suit the requirements or the technical capability of the groups. Major components are natural farming, dangers of pesticides, pest control, use of growth promoters and natural pesticides. Today, the garden is a marvelous sight to behold. There are some 30 types of vegetables in the Urban Garden (we saw cucumber, sawi, bittergourd, ladies finger, chili), 30 to 40 kinds of herbs, fruit trees (banana, soursop, papaya, rambutan, passionfruit, umla) and a four-tank vermicomposting system. A visit is most worthwhile as it will inspire you to start growing something, even if you are an apartment dweller. There are many examples of how some plants can happily and healthily live in repurposed PET bottles and coconut shells in addition to the more usual clay pots. Many of the herbs we find in Penang’s delicious street food can be found here: mint, curry leaves, ginger flower, pandan leaves, spring onion and chives. For more info on CAP please log on to www.consumer.org.my. For visits to the Urban Garden, please call Subba at 04 829 9511. 1 2 3 19 18 Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 Natural growth enhancers in the making: 1 Pancakavya 2 Lime egg solution 3 Fish amino acid September 2014 September 2014 It is no secret that the Consumers Association of Penang’s HQ is located along Jalan Masjid Negeri. But did you know that it has a secret garden on the same premises? E&O IN THE CENTRAL REGION E&O IN THE CENTRAL REGION Your E&O Home in Kuala Lumpur What better way to enjoy the buzz of Malaysia’s capital city than from KL’s most luxuriously appointed suites? In the heart of Kuala Lumpur is E&O Residences, the first service suites to share the name and pedigree of the legendary Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Penang. This offer includes: • Complimentary buffet breakfasts for 4 persons • A complimentary baby crib • A complimentary rollaway bed with one breakfast • Free wifi access in suites The above offer is valid till 29 Dec 2014 and is exclusively for Seri Tanjung Pinang residents. September 2014 September 2014 For reservations, kindly call the E&O Sales Gallery at 604 890 9999. Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 It offers a choice of one or two-bedroom suites, both tastefully furnished and fully-equipped to be your home away from home the minute you walk through the door. Whether you are travelling by yourself or with your family, you will find your experience at the E&O Residences to be one truly befitting the E&O name. 3-day 2-night stay at a spacious, fully furnished 2-bedroom suite at RM1,300.00++ 21 20 E&O Residences offers luxuriously appointed suites in the heart of the city’s Central Business District with major shopping and business landmarks virtually on its doorstep. Special Package for Seri Tanjung Pinang Residents E&O IN THE CENTRAL REGION E&O IN THE CENTRAL REGION S imp ly De lightfu l, Simply Deli ci o u s , Simply D What do you get when you cross the Delicious pedigree with youthful energy and inject it with a sense of fun? After 10 successful years, The Delicious Group decided to consolidate its business and respond to current market trends and expanded its offering with a new concept to target Malaysian customers looking for more value. So it does what it does best: work with fresh ingredients, offer up generous portions, peg dishes with affordable prices and dish up more variety. And Simply D is born. A spin-off concept by Delicious, Simply D is designed to be a compact version of Delicious concentrating on bestselling items. It is modern casual dining at its best, serving up fresh, fun and tasty pasta, sandwiches and cakes at reasonable prices with an emphasis on quick service. Its upbeat orange and blue colour interior is particularly welcoming. Its instagrammable décor has a multiplier effect with each customer sharing his fascination with Simply D with his contacts via social media. September 2014 September 2014 www.facebook.com/simplyd.my Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 The first Simply D opened in July 2014 at the bustling Nu Sentral, a landmark hub servicing travellers zipping their way through Sentral and the many office workers in the Sentral area. Three more Simply D outlets are expected to open by the end of 2014. 23 22 With a wide selection of sauces and noodles/ pastas, customers can mix and match to their hearts’ content. Takeaway packaging is very fun and funky and grabbing a quick bite at Simply D is a very healthy option for the many office workers in the vicinity. E&O IN THE SOUTHERN REGION E&O IN THE SOUTHERN REGION Embracing Avira Centrepark Located in Nusajaya, Medini Zone B, Avira Garden Terraces sits on 21.4-acres of prime real estate. Welcome to Avira Garden Terraces, the first of Avira to be revealed. A unique residential property created to promote physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Living & Dining These Garden Terraces form an integral phase of the 207-acre Avira masterplan with its unique blend of landed homes and green spaces. Although close to urban hubs, they fulfill the promise of peaceful and green living. Their wide frontages invite the outdoors in while private courtyards, back gardens and terraced decks spill over into communal linear gardens. Pedestrian-friendly lanes enable safe outdoor enjoyment, especially of Centrepark – the best place to take in Avira’s lush landscape. Indoors, a north-south orientation promotes a welcoming coolness and high ceilings add an airy feel. A spacious courtyard brightens with natural light. With different layouts to choose from, each Garden Terrace home is designed to optimise functionality of living space. Every inch of the home is dedicated to appreciating the nature that surrounds you. Courtyard Master Bedroom September 2014 September 2014 Avira Sales Gallery T 07 228 1188 www.avira-medini.com.my Watercolours issue 7 Watercolours issue 7 All images are artist’s impressions The broader overall development, Avira, is fringed by a natural mangrove forest and includes internal and external spaces of landed residences, condominiums, service apartments and a commercial hub. 25 24 These Garden Terraces are designed to harmonise with the green surroundings, scenic vistas, pedestrian-friendly walkways of Avira. And at the very heart of it all, there is a Wellness Sanctuary offering activities and amenities to put that glow of good health into your life. STRAITS QUAY HOLIDAY The Lure of GARDEN TERRACES Taiping ARTIST’S IMPRESSION Senai SENAI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Ulu Tiram I S K A N DA R M A L AYS I A JOHOR BAHRU CITY CENTRE MEDINI WOODLANDS CHECKPOINT LIVE IN THE HEART OF WELLNESS AVIRA GARDEN TERRACES cultivate an approach for spacious living with green pockets, scenic vistas and wide walkways. Pasir Gudang PORT OF PASIR GUDANG A WELLNESS SANCTUARY lies at Avira’s very heart, offering activities and amenities that tend to your complete balance and relaxation. Ubin SINGAPORE TUAS CHECKPOINT JURONG PORT CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT PORT OF SINGAPORE AUTHORITY Jurong Sentosa 1 km to Pinewood Studio 3 km to Legoland PHASE 2 NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION For more information, contact: Nestled in the southern state of Johor and fringed by a natural mangrove forest, Avira is 207-acres of expansive living space. It comprises of terrace and semi-detached homes, bungalows, condominiums, service apartments, retail village and the 12.5-acre Wellness Sanctuary, a holistic retreat. Its location in Iskandar-Malaysia’s Medini enables easy access and seamless connections to urban hubs. Avira Garden Terraces is brought to you by Eastern and Oriental Berhad and the wholly-owned subsidiaries of Khazanah Nasional Berhad and Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited. AVIRA SALES GALLERY KL HEAD OFFICE Suite 30.02 & 30.03, Level 30 Johor Bahru City Square Office Tower T 607 228 1188 • avira-medini.com.my Level 3A (Annexe), Menara Milenium 8 Jalan Damanlela, Damansara Heights T 03 2095 6868 HEART OF WELLNESS September 2014 Developer: Nuri Merdu Sdn. Bhd. (943261-A). Level 3A (Annexe), Menara Milenium, 8 Jalan Damanlela, Damasara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Tel: 03 20956868 Fax: 03 20950293. Developer’s License No.13444-1/04-2016/0304(L)(Validity Period: 05/04/2014–04/04/2016). Tenure of Land: Lease Tenancy. Expiry Date: 26/06/2110. Restrictions of Interest: Land delineated in this title shall not be sold or transferred by any means to Non-Citizens/Foreign company without the consent of the State Authority. Expected Completion: April 2016. Approval Authority: Majlis Perbandaran Johor Bahru Tengah. Building Plan Approval Authority: Majlis Perbandaran Johor Bahru Tengah (No. Rujukan: (21)dlm.MPJBT(JB)RP 9A/3/2013). Sales & Advertising Permit: 13444-1/04-2016/0304(P)(Validity Period: 05/04/2014–04/04/2016). Land Encumbrance: Public Investment Bank Berhad. Total Units: 208 units. Property Type: Double Storey Terraces. Prices: Min RM1,760,000 Max. RM2,600,000. Straits Quay’s Tourist Centre is a great place for visitors to check out what Malaysia has to offer. This time round, the focus is on scenic Taiping. Watercolours issue 7 15 km to Tuas Checkpoint CHANGI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 27 5 km to Malborough College & Edu City PORT OF TANJUNG LANGSAT STRAITS QUAY HOLIDAY STRAITS QUAY PROMOTIONS As a popular tourist attraction, Straits Quay Retail Marina offers lots of attractions for visitors to Malaysia, including a comprehensive tourist centre. The Centre offers new travel packages every other month with the latest offering being Taiping’s heritage and scenic beauty. The town of Taiping was born out of the Larut wars, fought against the background of tin mines in the State of Perak. Eventually, the feuds between rival miners quietened down with the intervention of British soldiers, headed by a Captain Speedy and his soldiers. The predominantly Chinese town consisted of shophouses laid out in a grid formation. At one end of the town were the British officers’ quarters, the military cantonment and the gaol. At the other end was the Indian settlement at Kota. Taiping’s reputation as a salubrious town was enhanced by its cool weather, the excellent water supply and the nearby highlands. Maxwell Hill (now called Bukit Larut) was made a hill resort for the British officers. While Taiping’s early development was guided by Sir Hugh Low as Resident of Perak (1877-1899), it was during Frank Swettenham’s term as Acting Resident (1884-1886) when many existing institutions such as the market, the post and telegraph office, the Assistant Resident’s house, the audit and treasury offices and the police offices were rebuilt and expanded. Speedy became the Assistant Resident, stationed at Larut. He planned for the establishment of two towns, one called Taiping, for the Hakka Chinese, and another called Kamunting, for the rival group. It was Speedy who gave Taiping its name, being the Chinese words for ‘Everlasting Peace’, regarded as a lucky omen for its future. In 1885, the controversial 8-mile railway line from Taiping to Port Weld was completed. It was the first With new-found peace, miners and shopkeepers railway in the Peninsula, and two contingents of the flocked to Taiping, and within a year there were Ceylon Pioneer Corps were seconded by the colonial 5,000 inhabitants. Larut’s development was fuelled government of Ceylon for the project. As clubs and schools flourished, Taiping led in sports. Personalities such as Frank Swettenham and Colonel Walker played cricket regularly at the Esplanade field. 15% Off Taiping’s importance was briefly resumed during the period of Japanese Occupation, when it became the headquarters of the Japanese military administration of Malaya and Sumatra. Many of Taiping’s school buildings were turned into army bases. After the war, Ipoh replaced Taiping as the capital of Perak by an administrative order. Taiping Lake Garden by revenue from tin duties. A four-mile road joining Taiping and Kamunting was one of the many roads that were built. Situated on a flat plain, from which the Gunung Hijau range rose abruptly to a height of over 5,000 feet, and only 13 miles from the coast, Taiping’s location was strategic. Taiping, a town of many firsts, is today one of Perak’s foremost historic attractions. Its built environment, consisting of colonial buildings, public gardens, picturesque roadside trees and shophouses, tells the story of its development from 1874 to the present. This remarkable heritage, together with the town’s exceptional climate and tranquil surroundings, continues to earn Taiping its reputation as a town of everlasting peace and is definitely one of the recommended places to visit. Various Taiping tours are available at Straits Quay’s By 1877, the seat of Perak’s administration was moved Tourist Centre. For more information, kindly contact from Lower Perak to Kuala Kangsar in Upper Perak, 04 890 7729 or email info@straitsquay.com. just south of Taiping. 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With Straits Eclectic architecture inspired by Penang mansions, these luxurious homes are the very thing dreams are made of. Artist’s Impression - courtyard Sales Gallery open daily from 10 am - 6 pm Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, 10470 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia T 604 890 9999 F 604 899 1122 www.seritanjungpinang.com Developer: E&O Property (Penang) Sdn Bhd (185302-X), The Sales Gallery & Show Units, Seri Tanjung Pinang, Tanjung Tokong, 10470 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Tel: 604 890 9999 Fax: 604 891 2525 • DL no. 9411-33/01-2016/94 (18/1/2013 - 17/1/2016) • Tenure of Land: Freehold • Expected Completion: Feb 2016 • Land Encumbrances: n/a • Approving Authority: Jabatan Perancang Bandar & Desa Pulau Pinang (Ref. JPBD/PG/P2/PB0095) • AP no. 9411-33/08-2015/0450(P) (8/8/2013 - 7/8/2015) • Total No. of Units: 22 units • Property Type: 3 Storey Terraces • Prices: Min. RM4,274,400.00 Max. RM6,718,400.00
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