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Haja Nizamudeen
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Lam Lee Choo
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Season’s greetings to one and all! Here we are again at the tail end of the year, and we
hope you’ve been enjoying the stories we’ve put out for you. This issue, we explore
the beauty in our backyard that, unbeknownst to many, is actually home to many
wonderful species of animals. Find out what the volunteer guides of the Naked Hermit
Crabs have to share about the Pasir Ris mangroves and other nature spots in our GRC.
Happy reading!
Lam Lee Choo
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In November, we celebrate the most significant festival in the Indian culture – Deepavali! Also known as the Festival of Lights, Deepavali
(or Diwali) spiritually signifies the triumph of light over darkness. The Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC honored the colourful occasion with
numerous celebrations held across the divisions. With activities like rangoli painting, cultural performances and the lighting of oil lamps,
the authenticity of Deepavali shone through and captivated the thousands who attended.
PASIR RIS WEST
PUNGGOL WEST
PUNGGOL NORTH
PASIR RIS EAST
PUNGGOL COAST
PUNGGOL EAST
SENGKANG CENTRAL
GRC
WHAT & WHERE: Deepavali at All Divisions
WHO: MPs of Pasir Ris- Punggol GRC – Deputy Prime Minister and
Coordinating Minister for National Security Mr Teo Chee Hean;
Acting Minister for Education (Schools) & Senior Minister of State,
Ministry of Transport Mr Ng Chee Meng; Mr Zainal Sapari;
Dr Janil Puthucheary; Ms Sun Xueling
WHEN: 7 – 14 Oct 2015
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OVER THE MOON!
The Mid-Autumn festival celebrations were in full swing this year.
Despite the haze, residents gathered with their lanterns and
sparklers at the various Mid-Autumn events around the GRC to
celebrate the tradition.
GRC
WHAT & WHERE: Mid-Autumn Festival at All Divisions
WHO: MPs – DPM Teo Chee Hean; Mr Ng Chee Meng; Minister of State,
Ministry of Manpower & Mayor of North East District Mr Teo Ser Luck;
Deputy Speaker for Parliament Mr Charles Chong; Dr Janil Puthucheary;
Ms Sun Xueling
WHEN: 27 Sep 2015
SENGKANG CENTRAL
PUNGGOL EAST
PUNGGOL WEST
PUNGGOL NORTH
PASIR RIS WEST
PASIR RIS EAST
PUNGGOL COAST
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L ve Life, L ve Well
There were games, there were
performances… but under the guise of
a boisterous carnival was actually a wellintentioned event organised to promote
healthy living. Sengkang Community
Club held its annual Healthy Lifestyle
Carnival in October with activities like
free health checks (i.e. spinal scan,
blood pressure), health talks and fitness
demonstrations to encourage residents
to pay attention to their physical wellbeing. The residents who attended
also received free consultations from
participating organisations like the Thong
Chai Medical Institution.
Sengkang Central
WHAT & WHERE: Healthy Lifestyle Carnival at Sengkang CC
WHO: MP – Mr Teo Ser Luck
WHEN: 20 Sep 2015
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While many of us already know what CPR is, AED may
be something that is new to most. Cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External
Defibrillator (AED) are both related to first-aid and
if utilised right, can potentially save lives. To help
residents be prepared for the unexpected (e.g. a
stranger or loved one suffers a cardiac arrest), training
workshops were organised to equip them with the
knowledge and skills to perform CPR with the use
of the AED machine. The half-day programme ran
four times in November and was free for those who
wanted to learn. Through the workshops, close to 100
participants were assessed and awarded with a twoyear validity CPR & AED certificate. A skill learned is a
life saved!
Pasir Ris East
WHAT & WHERE: CPR & AED Training Workshops at Pasir Ris
East CC
WHEN: 1 – 22 Nov 2015
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Advertising
Advertising feature
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Residents Say:
SHOP NEW. SHOP FRESH.
The rejuvenation of White Sands Shopping Centre is almost complete. Since the
start of 2015, the mall began undergoing upgrades to give residents a lifestyle
destination they can be proud of. Being the major mall in Pasir Ris, the renovations
came with some inconveniences; but residents say it was a paltry price to pay for
an enhanced mall with greater shopping and dining options.
“It wasn’t easy when the mall was partially shut during the renovation period,”
expressed Mr Lee Sheng. “But seeing how White Sands is shaping up, the wait looks
to be worth it!”
Conceptualised to reflect the changing needs of the community, the upgraded mall
is set to meet the everyday needs of residents, and is an ideal getaway from the
hustle-and-bustle of the city.
Now buzzing with 135 new tenants, the arrival of established brands like
Starbucks Coffee, Cedele, Casa Italia and The Soup Spoon Union is a breath of
fresh air for many longtime residents who grew up with White Sands. Ms Karen
Cheng said: “White Sands has always been a part of our lives. With parts of the
mall unveiling gradually, it’s exciting to catch glimpses of so many new brands.”
You’ve heard it! With most of the shops already up-and-running, explore White
Sands today. We guarantee you will be in for a sweet surprise.
1 Pasir Ris Central Street 3, Singapore 518457
Website: whitesands.com.sg | Tel: 6585 0606
“There are so many new shops and
I’ve yet to explore the whole mall!
Thanks to the variety of
restaurants, cafés and food
outlets, my dining options have
expanded threefold.”
– Siti Hayati
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FRIGHT NIGHT
As Big Hero 6 the movie began to play at the basketball court of Punggol Green Primary
School, the crowd fell silent and turned their attention to the makeshift screen.
The viewers, many dressed up in costumes depicting a variety of characters,
were here for the Punggol Seas Halloween cum outdoor movie screening
party. The evening began with activities like face painting, maskmaking and balloon sculpting, all whilst admiring each others’
costumes. Miniature mummies, Draculas and fairies roamed
the compound and took pictures with the props around
the school; and when dusk came, they settled down
for the show. After the movie, the winners for the “Best
Dressed” competition were unveiled and the kids
proudly posed for the cameras one last time before heading
home with a framed certificate.
Punggol West
WHAT & WHERE: Punggol Seas Halloween cum Movie
Screening Party at Punggol Green Primary School
WHEN: 30 Oct 2015
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Because WeCare
Some 20 volunteers were with Mr Ng Chee Meng on 20 September
to distribute WeCare packs to residents staying in Oceanus precinct.
Going door to door, Mr Ng hand-delivered the bags that contained
food and other necessities like biscuits, instant noodles and canned
food. Pleasantly surprised by the visit,
the residents received the bags with
gratitude and spent some time
interacting with the minister.
Punggol North
WHAT & WHERE: WeCare Pack
Distribution at Oceanus Precinct
WHO: MP – Mr Ng Chee Meng
WHEN: 20 Sep 2015
Prevent Mosquitoes
from Breeding!
Remove ALL
sources of
Stagnant Water
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Charity Joyride
Charging into Punggol Town for the 3rd time were 50 voracious bulls from the
Lamborghini Club Singapore. Back to help raise funds for the upcoming Punggol
Town Community Club, the “El Matadors” were not only generous with their donations,
they were also giving with their time as they took residents on spins around the
neighbourhood. Held in conjunction with the Children’s Day Carnival, families bonded
through food, games and other fringe activities organised for them. Thanks to the bighearted contributions of the Lamborghini Club and the wonderful support of Punggol
Green Primary School, volunteers and residents of Pasir Ris-Punggol, the event was a
massive success!
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Punggol Coast
WHAT & WHERE: Lamborghini Ride for
Punggol Town CC Fundraising 2015 at
Punggol Green Primary School
WHO: MPs – DPM Teo Chee Hean;
Mr Ng Chee Meng; Mr Teo Ser Luck;
Mr Zainal Sapari; Dr Janil Puthucheary;
Ms Sun Xueling
WHEN: 3 Oct 2015
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Rivervale Community Centre Open House is an annual
event that allows residents to find out just what their
CC has to offer. A prominent feature of the Open House
is the trial classes; this year, residents got to try out
courses like ballet, yoga and Peranakan cooking
to get a better idea of how the lessons are
conducted. Organised in conjunction
with Halloween, the event also
featured a horror-themed
carnival with elaborate
decorations and realistic
monsters. Other than taking
part in activities like the
costume competition and 2G
balloon sculpting, residents also
got themselves spooked at three
“haunted houses” at Rivervale CC,
Rivervale Gardens RC and Rivervale Grove RC.
Punggol East SMC
WHAT & WHERE: Rivervale CC Open House at Rivervale CC
WHO: MP – Mr Charles Chong
WHEN: 31 Oct 2015
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Rediscovering
Sankar and Sumi of the Naked Hermit Crabs are bringing us on
a tour around Pasir Ris Mangrove. Spotting only giant red ants
the last time, we weren’t certain if we’d see any more than we did.
Under the nature lovers’ lead (and really sharp eyes), snakes, owls
and all sorts of lovely bugs suddenly became visible. During the
walk, they talk about why the mangrove is special and how this
swampy beauty in Pasir Ris can be conserved.
Monito
Sumi
Sankar
r lizard
Hi Sankar, hello Sumi! Tell us about the Naked Hermit Crabs and your
role as Crabs (i.e. volunteer guide)?
The Naked Hermit Crabs are a group of volunteer guides who conduct
free guided treks at Singapore’s shores such as Chek Jawa, Pulau Semakau,
Kusu Island. We also organise nature walks at the Pasir Ris mangroves
frequently. We share about our shores through these walks as people
might not know what to look out for when they go there on their own.
What are some common misconceptions about our local mangroves?
They think that everything’s dead and there’s nothing to see. But the
mangrove is a special ecosystem and much more special than it is given
credit for. It’s a place full of life and some of the wildlife here can be found
nowhere else in the world. We should be patriotic about it because these
are Singaporean animals and they’re as Singaporean as you and me.
The other misconception is that these forests have no value. A lot of these
plants are actually used for medicine and many of them have yet to be
studied. Who knows the cure for AIDs and cancer could be sitting in our
very own backyard?
What are residents usually most surprised to learn on the treks?
Many residents have lived here for a long time but have never visited the
Pasir Ris Mangrove. When they come here, they’re surprised to find animals
because many don’t associate biodiversity with Singapore. When they see
nature (i.e. spotting crabs and large birds) happening in front of them,
they’re amazed. And being Singaporeans, the first thing they ask is “this
one can eat or not?”
People usually associate illegal hunting with larger animals like tigers
or whales. Are there any forms of poaching that goes on within these
mangroves?
Illegal fishing is one problem. People will tie crab traps with pieces of
chicken in it to the boardwalk. If we encounter the traps, we’ll remove
them because it might accidentally catch other wildlife like a monitor lizard
that’s swimming through.
Very recently, we encountered a group of young poachers – a bunch of
local teenagers – who jumped in to catch a snake. They played with it,
tossed it around and later threw it back in. The snake died after that.
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the Mangrove
Other than poaching, what other things do people do unknowingly
that’s hurting the ecosystem?
There’s always the issue of marine trash. A lot of the trash we see in the
mangroves isn’t actually caused by littering. Most of it is washed in by the
tide. What’s done outside of these mangroves and outside of Singapore
has an impact, so it’s something everyone should know.
Another problem is that people illegally release animals that are not
supposed to be inside the ecosystem. Those terrapins people buy as pets
are the most common, or during Vesak Day when people “mercy” release
loads of fish that don’t belong in these waters. 90% of them die as a result.
Furthermore, they out-compete local species and do a lot of damage to
the ecosystem.
Bug’s life
Your outreach efforts are mainly to families and the kids. Is it better to
cultivate the awareness at a young age?
Yes, it’s definitely better to start young before kids become out of tune
with nature. While I don’t think it’s a “lost cause” to start later, it’s an
advantage to gain awareness when they’re younger because the children
will grow to develop a sense of ownership for the environment.
Indirectly, it creates value for the ecosystem. Years down the road, they’ll
remember the good times they’ve had at the mangroves and remember
that this is a place they must protect if they want their own kids to have
the same kind of fun they’ve had.
Grey Heron
To those who argue that because of land scarcity, these habitats
should be reclaimed for more practical stuff like roads and buildings.
What are your thoughts?
Realistically speaking, this place is not a nature reserve, so any time
when it’s convenient or necessary, it can get torn down or come under
threat. There’s always the same constant fear of it being cleared. When
that happens, all the animals and living creatures will lose their homes.
It’s entirely possible that this scenario could happen so we’re raising
awareness on this and lobbying to preserve this habitat for them.
What’s the value behind protecting the mangroves and how can
regular people like us do our part?
Other than it being the home of many species of wildlife, the mangroves
is a place where people can learn, relax and enjoy with their loved ones.
Studies have also shown that being close to nature helps with the overall
health and well-being.
If you want to help preserve the mangroves, you can take ownership by
writing in to the newspapers or National Parks. If you’ve enjoyed your
time there, simply take a few moments to share your reflections or blog
about them. It’s one of the best ways to give the mangroves a voice as the
positive feedback generates positive value for them.
Keen to join the Naked Hermit
Crabs on a free guided tour? Go to
www.nakedhermitcrabs.blogspot.com
for their schedule!
Credits: Photo of Buffy Fish Owl (cover) by Sean Yap, Photo of Grey Heron (story) by the Naked Hermit Crabs
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Everybody is crazy over something. For Fuzzball*, it’s all about Star Wars. The longtime fan recently straightened
up his memorabilia in anticipation of the franchise’s seventh installation. The Pasir Ris resident shares what it’s
like growing up with the movies, and how at 45, he’s really still a boy at heart who geeks out over fiction.
On a scale of 1-10, how obsessed are you with Star Wars?
I’m not “obsessed” like that couple who got married in the Star Wars
costume and gear, but I do like the franchise a lot. I’d say 7 out of 10.
How many times have you watched the movies?
I have truly lost count. I had the first trilogy recorded on video tapes
and would watch them in my younger school days all the way through
university and into my earlier days of work until the second trilogy was
complete. I’m going to watch Episodes 1 to 6 with my kid during the
school holidays in the lead up to the premiere of Episode 7.
How are you preparing for the highly anticipated movie release
this December?
With a lot of curiosity and abated breath. Episode 7 is set post-Vader
and the Emperor. The trailers that have been released doesn’t show
much of Luke and one wonders what has transpired for the Jedi after
all this time. I have my own suspicions regarding the mysterious
character that idolises Vader in the trailer but we shall see.
Does that obsession spill over into any other parts of your life?
Not always. Although, there was once I wore my Sith costume to the
premiere of Revenge of the Sith but that was 10 years ago. These
days, I’m happy to soak up the atmosphere together with my kid and
watch the younger fans dress up and enjoy themselves.
Do people make fun of your love for Star Wars?
Not at all but I do get some nifty gifts from friends like the silicone
death star ice. It goes very well with my Scotch whisky. It’s as if I can
feel the Force sipping the whisky.
Have you ever fantasized about being one of the characters?
Yes, Luke Skywalker.
Because who doesn’t want to fly the X-Wing, fight bad guys with a
light sabre, jump to light speed with R2, bring down the mighty ATAT, ride the speeder bike in Endor, train with Yoda and feel the Force
through the midi-chlorians in cells of their body?
Do you think you’ll get over Star Wars one day?
No, I wouldn’t want to and I believe the fantasy lives on inside
every fan even though it does not show on the outside.
Fuzzball in costume again at the recent
Star Wars X Changi Airport event. He says
the force is strong with these kids.
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Fuzzball in his Darth Maul costume, with his shelf of
Star Wars collectibles.
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Back for its 5th run, this year’s Rolling Good Times featured an original musical
that sang about the beginnings of some of Singapore’s most-loved artistes in the
music and theatre scene. The captivating local production featured an eclectic cast
comprising of Abigail Chay, Rahimah Rahim, Jasper Lai, Cai Pingkai, Vernon Cornelius,
Jack and Rai, Peter Chen and CKay Lim. Organised by the Pasir Ris West Community
Arts and Culture Clubs and the National Arts Council, the event was part of the
Silver Arts initiative that works to provide opportunities for seniors to enjoy the
arts. A hit with both the old and the young, the musical proved that it is never
too early or late to start appreciating the arts.
Pasir Ris West
WHAT & WHERE: Rolling Good Times at Downtown East D’Marquee
WHO: MP – DPM Teo Chee Hean
WHEN: 10 Oct 2015
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LIVE LAUGH LOVE
This holiday season, our new Member of Parliament (MP) Ms Sun Xueling gets reflective and ponders
over what these three simple words personally mean to her. Read on to find out Ms Sun’s take on this
popular quote that is often seen, but barely understood.
LIVE
LAUGH
“Death is not the greatest loss in life.
The greatest loss is what dies inside us
while we live” - Norman Cousins
I have found that having a sense of
humour is a good buffer against life’s
upsets.
Our lives are made up of a
summation of all the moments we
have lived. But the amazing thing
about life is that you never know
what is going to happen next. So
savour each moment. Tell your loved
ones that you love them. Kiss and
hug your children while you are still
the entire world in their eyes.
Since we are unable to dictate what
life throws us, I choose to exercise
control over how I want to react,
by choosing joy over anger and
laughter over tears.
As I say that, my own two-year-old
daughter teaches me so much about
life. She approaches everyday with
such enthusiasm.Everything that
she encounters is like magic has just
happened! From her, I am learning
to imbue that sense of wonder into
how I live my life.
I am trying out a new trick (you can
try it too). Whenever I am upset,
I think of a penguin. A fat fluffy
one which sways from side to side,
then slips and falls on the ice, and
eventually glides into the water on
its belly. It is impossible to be upset
and think of a penguin at the same
time!
LOVE
Love is
… wondering if he thinks about you
as often as you think about him
…holding on to his last words even
as his voice fades away
… knowing he does not say much
but he will be there come what may
Love is
… wiping away the tears from your
child’s face and saying mummy is
here
… laughing as your child laughs, at
the smallest of things, because you
just love the way she looks
… telling your child that mummy
will love her till the end of time
Love is
… watching your parents grow older
and remembering how they were
when you were much younger
… remembering looking up at your
dad when you were only thigh-high
tall
… remembering the smell of your
favourite dish, just the way your
mum cooked it
Love is simple, not grand not
showy. I was brought up by my
grandmother and I remember how
she made me a cup of Horlicks every
morning. She could not walk very
well as she had pain in her knees.
She would make a very full cup of
Horlicks and try very hard to balance
the cup of Horlicks on a saucer as
she hobbled towards me. Often, the
cup would be hot and sticky by the
time it reached me and I was not
fond of drinking it. I did not know
then that that was what love was
about… that it actually translates to
these little gestures that make up
our lives.
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活着
活着
笑着
爱着
爱着
笑着
“死亡并不是人生最大的不幸。最大的不
幸是，人还活着，但心已经死去。” —
诺曼·卡森斯
生命是由我们经历的每段时光累积而成。而
生命最奇妙的是，我们永远不知道接下来
会发生什么。所以，我们应该用心品味生
命中的每一刻。告诉你爱的人你爱他们。
当孩子还把你当成他们生命的全部时，记
得多亲亲他们，抱抱他们。
我有个两岁大的女儿，她每天都能让我领
悟到关于生命的点点滴滴。面对崭新的一
天，她总是充满热情，她所见到的每件事
物，对她而言都像是有魔法一样充满着吸
引力。我经常能从她的身上，为自己的生
活注入新鲜和活力。
我发现，拥有幽默感，可以很好地排解生活
中的苦恼。
虽然我们无法控制生活会带来什么烦心事，
但我们可以控制自己对这些事的反应，可以
让快乐取代愤怒，让微笑取代泪水。
我正在尝试一个新方法（您也可以尝试看
看）---- 当我不开心的时候，我会去想企
鹅，一只胖嘟嘟、毛绒绒的企鹅，走起路来
摇摇摆摆，接着它滑倒在冰面上，最后用肚
皮滑进水里。毕竟，要同时想着烦心事和这
只可爱的企鹅是不太可能的！
爱是…… 想知道你深深思念的人，
是否也 一样深深地思念着你
…… 想记着他说的每一句话，
尽管他的声音在渐渐逝去
…… 知道他并没说太多，但如果
有事，他会出现在你身边
爱是…… 擦掉孩子脸上的泪水，告诉
她妈妈在这儿
…… 即使为了很小的事情，当孩子
笑的时候你也跟着一起笑，
只因为你爱她笑起来的样子
…… 告诉你的孩子，妈妈会一直
爱着她，直到时光尽头
爱是…… 看着你的双亲渐渐老去，
但记着 你小时候他们的样子
…… 记着当你还很小，仰头看着
父亲的时候
…… 记着你最爱的饭菜，就是
妈妈做 出的那个味道
爱其实很简单，不隆重，也不华丽。我是阿
嫲带大的，以前她每天早上都会泡一杯‘好
立克’给我喝。她膝盖不好，走起路来很吃
力，但每次都会泡上非常满的一杯‘好立
克’。她需要很努力才能端平放杯子的茶
托，一拐一拐地走向我。在我拿到杯子的时
候，杯子经常是又烫又黏，我都感觉不太想
喝了。那时候我不懂得这就是爱……爱会化
成这样小小的细节，编织成我们的生命。
HIDUP KETAWA CINTA
Hidup
“Kematian bukanlah kehilangan terbesar dalam
hidup. Kehilangan paling besar adalah apa yang
mati dalam diri kita walaupun kita masih hidup” Norman Cousins
Hidup kita dibentuk dari segala detik-detik
yang telah kita lalui. Tetapi perkara yang
menakutkan namun menakjubkan tentang
hidup adalah bahawa kita tidak tahu apa
yang akan berlaku pada masa hadapan.
Jadi hargailah setiap detik. Beritahu orang
kesayangan anda bahawa anda menyayangi
mereka. Cium dan peluk anak-anak anda selagi
anda masih dilihat sebagai segala-galanya di
mata mereka.
Namun sedemikian, anak perempuan
saya sendiri yang berusia dua tahun, yang
sebenarnya banyak mengajar saya tentang
kehidupan. Dia menghadapi setiap saat
dengan penuh semangat dan segala-gala
yang diharungi sebagai sesuatu yang ajaib!
Melaluinya, saya sedang belajar untuk melihat
keajaiban hidup setiap hari.
Ketawa
Saya dapati bahawa dengan humor, kita dapat
mengharungi cabaran hidup dengan lebih
berkesan.
Oleh kerana kita tidak dapat menentukan
apa yang akan terjadi kepada kita, saya pilih
untuk mengawal cara saya bertindak, dengan
memilih kegembiraan, bukan kemarahan dan
ketawa, bukan air mata.
Saya sedang mencuba cara baru (anda juga
boleh mencubanya). Setiap kali saya kecewa,
saya akan bayangkan seekor penguin. Seekor
penguin montel, yang bergoyang dari kanan ke
kiri, kemudian tergelincir dan jatuh di atas ais,
dan akhirnya meluncur ke dalam air dengan
perutnya. Adalah mustahil untuk merasa
kecewa dan membayangkan penguin pada
masa yang sama!
Cinta
Cinta adalah
... mimikirkan jika si dia mengingati anda
sekerap anda mengingatinya
... Berpegang kepada kata-kata terakhirnya
walau suaranya sudah lenyap
... Mengetahui walau dia tidak banyak bercakap
tetapi dia akan sentiasa berada di sisi anda
Cinta adalah
... mengesat air mata dari muka anak anda dan
mengatakan Ibu ada di sini
... Ketawa apabila anak anda ketawa, walaupun
pada perkara yang paling kecil, kerana anda
suka melihat telatahnya
... Memberitahu anak anda bahawa Ibu akan
menyintainya hingga akhir hayat
Cinta adalah
... melihat ibu bapa anda berumur dan
mengingati keadaan mereka semasa anda
masih kecil
... Mengingati saat anda memandang ke atas
menatap wajah ayah anda semasa anda hanya
setinggi paras paha
... Mengingati bau hidangan kegemaran anda,
cara ibu anda memasaknya
Cinta juga mudah, tidak megah atau menunjuk.
Saya dibesarkan oleh nenek saya dan saya
masih ingat bagaimana beliau membuat saya
secawan Horlicks setiap pagi. Beliau tidak
kuat berjalan kerana mempunyai sakit lutut.
Beliau akan membuat secawan penuh Horlicks
yang penuh dan cuba sedaya upaya untuk
mengimbangi cawan tersebut di atas piring
sambil menuju kepada saya. Selalunya, cawan
tersebut akan menjadi panas dan melekit
apabila ia sampai kepada saya dan saya tidak
menggemarinya. Saya tidak tahu pada waktu
itu bahawa itu adalah tanda cintanya... bahawa
ia dapat dilihat melalui tingkah laku mereka
yang membentuk kehidupan kita.
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Hearttoheart
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Town Council
CHANGES TO
OUR GRC
Now that the dust has settled after the General Elections 2015, a few
changes have taken place within Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC. Other than
having Ms Sun Xueling and Mr Ng Chee Meng join us, the GRC has been
restructured to encompass seven constituencies: Pasir Ris West, Pasir Ris
East, Punggol North, Punggol West, Punggol Coast, Sengkang Central and
Punggol East.
Punggol East Returns!
We warmly welcome Punggol East SMC back to the Pasir Ris-Punggol family! Now that the puzzle is once again
complete, residents share their thoughts on this happy reunion.
It’s nice to rejoin the Pasir
Ris-Punggol constituencies
and be a part of the big family
again! I look forward to celebrating
festivities and special occasions
together with our fellow
towns.
– Cindy, 51
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I trust that we’ll be in
good hands. The change
in leadership will bring about
new perspectives which might
be helpful in improving areas of
concern. We’re excited to see
what the Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC
can offer to the residents of
Punggol East.
- Saiful, 46
To me, as long as estate
matters are handled
efficiently, it doesn’t matter who is
in-charge of the area. Looking at
what Pasir Ris-Punggol has done
for the other towns so far, I can’t
wait to know what they have
in store for Punggol East.
– Rachel, 34
The estates in Punggol East SMC will be maintained and managed by the Pasir Ris-Punggol Town Council.
For greater convenience, Punggol East residents can head to any of the following offices for the booking of
facilities or payment of Service and Conservancy Charges.
Punggol Office
Blk 603 Punggol Road
#01-01
Singapore 820603
Tel: 6590 9500
Punggol Coast
MP: Dr Janil Puthucheary
Punggol West
MP: Ms Sun Xueling
Punggol North
MP: Mr Ng Chee Meng
Sengkang Central
MP: Mr Teo Ser Luck
Punggol East
MP: Mr Charles Chong
Pasir Ris West
MP: DPM Teo Chee Hean
Pasir Ris East
MP: Mr Zainal Sapari
Sengkang Office
Blk 266 Compassvale Bow
#01-06
Singapore 540266
Tel: 6489 0520
Rivervale Office
Blk 156A Rivervale Crescent
#01-01
Singapore 541156
Tel: 6489 0520
A New Town is Born
Punggol Coast one of the three divisions in Punggol New
Town. Named for its proximity to the coastline, Punggol
Coast now encompasses Punggol Waterway, Sumang
Link, Punggol Northshore Estate & Coney Island. Pasir Ris Office
Blk 577 Pasir Ris St 53
#01-88
Singapore 510577
Tel: 6585 4938
Which Town Has A New Name?
Punggol Central has been
renamed to Sengkang Central
to reflect the newly-drawn
electoral boundaries.
Carved out of Punggol West, Punggol Coast is under the
care of Dr Janil Puthucheary, who was previously the MP for Punggol West.
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HELLO HOLLYWOOD!
Haryani Othman
It was like a dream. Standing in the SpanishColonial-designed lobby of The Hollywood
Roosevelt, I pinched myself. Ouch. Yes, I’m in
Los Angeles. Yes, I’m in Hollywood Boulevard.
Yes, I’m in THE landmark hotel which hosted the
first ever Academy Awards in 1929, and where
Marilyn Monroe lived for two years during her
modelling years!
Yes, I’m almost obsessed with Hollywood and the old Hollywood charm.
With that, my recent trip to Los Angeles had three main agendas.
Firstly, stay at the oldest and most iconic hotel in Hollywood and
debunk all rumours of it being haunted. The Hollywood Roosevelt was
built in 1927 and located smack in the middle of Hollywood Boulevard.
Other than the fact that it has great location and wonderful service, I
wanted to stay there to experience the vintage Hollywood charm. The
make and architecture of the hotel, the rooms and even its pool still shout
‘Great Gatsby’. The hotel exudes an unmistakable sensuality that you have
to experience for yourself.
Secondly, hunt for Pretty Woman (the movie) filming locations. From
the majestic Beverly Wilshire (mentioned as Ritz in the movie) to Rodeo
Drive where Julia Roberts got chased away, to the Walk of Fame spot
where she met Richard Gere, to the dingy apartment she stayed in… I did
it all. Crazy? Maybe. But it’s a road less travelled and it was priceless.
Thirdly, spot a celebrity. It isn’t as easy as it sounds. I caught sight of Kat
Dennings from 500m away at Warner Bro Studios. I thought I saw Kenny
Rodgers driving a convertible but my husband said I was seeing things.
But hey, I spotted Reese Witherspoon…
……’s bag of candies at Rodeo Drive! She
left them at the candy store’s counter for
her assistant to pick up. Well, it’s definitely
better than nothing!
Asante-sana! (Thank you!)
Just like many other heritage hotels around the world, The Hollywood
Roosevelt is plagued with rumours of it being haunted. Word has it that
Marilyn Monroe’s ghost haunts the famed hotel. Actually, I wouldn’t mind
at all if Marilyn visited me in my cabana pool-side room. I would even
invite her for a smoke or two! Alas, I waited four nights and no ghost
came. In fact, other occupants I spoke to agreed that the rumours are
nonsensical.
Quiz?
How many Lamborghinis were present at the Punggol Town CC fundraising event?
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What does AED stand for?
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A group of young poachers caught and played with an animal at the Pasir Ris
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What movie was playing at the Punggol Seas Halloween cum movie screening party?
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