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Know Your NeighbourhoodLionel De Souza

Brothers In Arms

Helping Hands

MANY STORIESONE K-CC

Y O U R C O M M U N I T Y B U L L E T I N O F K E M B A N G A N - C H A I C H E E

October - December 2013Friend Us @ www.facebook.com/kembangan.chaichee

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Tree Infested

with Ants Mosquitoes

breedingIllegal parking

Footpath damagedDrain flooding

Lamp post not working

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ADVISOR’S NOTE

Dear friends,

‘Many Stories, One Singapore’ is an apt theme in many ways. We all have our individual

stories and experiences but we also have some important things in common. There is no

one activity that is suitable for everyone but there are different types of activities that allow

our residents to bond, get to know one another, and to build a sense of neighbourliness

and community. This is the start of nation building.

It has been encouraging to see many residents step forward and be involved with the community. There are many familiar

faces but I am glad to see many new faces as well. Life in Singapore is very different from before. In the past, the CC was a

popular place to congregate at as people had far fewer recreational options. Today, there are many more possibilities open to

our residents. It is, however, still critical that we do not lose our sense of community, perhaps even more so in a society where

we are running from one point to another and are more inward-focused. I hope that you will find time to try out some of the

activities that we organize as it not only enables you to spend time with your family in the neighbourhood but also allows you to

learn more about the people around you. Our outreach activities to help fellow residents in need are continuously ongoing and

we hope more of you will join us.

Our society belongs to us and it is defined by what we do and not do. Many still desire the ‘kampong spirit;’ I believe that it is

there, even if somewhat faint at times! But if we believe that it is important, then step forward in big or small ways and make that

difference. It can be done. Our community and society is for us to shape.

As this would be the final Tweeter issue for the year, I would like to wish all of you the very best of health and happiness as we

countdown to the end of 2013 and begin looking forward to 2014!

Tan Chuan-Jin

MANY STORIES, ONE SINGAPORE

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October - December 2013

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CONTENT3 Advisor’s Note5 Kaleidoscope Events and happenings in K-CC9 Our Learning Journey10 K-CC Conversation12 What’s New 14 Know Your Neighbourhood Discover past notable places of K-CC

16 Brothers in Arms Acknowledging our community partners for their dedication and commitment to our neighbourhood18 Loudhailer The latest news and happenings around the neighbourhood19 Glimpse into the Future & Social Commentary Calendar of events from Oct – Dec 2013 & Engaging with your community

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THE KALEIDOSCOPE

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Events and happenings in Kembangan-Chai Chee

July 2013 - Hari Raya Porridge Distribution @ Geylang Serai Market

RAMADAN

July 2013 - Pembahagian Bubur Ramadan July 2013 - Salat Taraweh

July 2013 - Habuan 2013

July 2013 - Mydin Mosque Presentation cum Break Fast

July 2013 - Al Ansar Mosque Break Fast Aug 2013 - Distribution of Bubur Ramadan @ Pasar Geylang Serai

July 2013 - Distribution of Bubur Ramadan @ Pasar Geylang Serai

NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS

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Honouring our nation’s 48th birthdayTHE KALEIDOSCOPE

Aug 2013 - National Day Observance Ceremony

Aug 2013 - National Day Observance Ceremony

Aug 2013 - National Day Observance Ceremony

Aug 2013 - National Day DinnerAug 2013 - National DayObservance Ceremony

Aug 2013 - National Day Dinner

Aug 2013 - National Day DinnerAug 2013 - National Day Dinner

NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS

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Events and happenings in Kembangan-Chai Chee

INFRASTRUCTURE•Morelandforresidences,offices,andfactorieswillbeavailableatPayaLebarastheairbasetherewillbeshiftedtoChangi•A‘Jewel’projecttobeestablishedatChangiAirportTerminal1willseeanexpansionofshops,restaurants,andanindoorgarden•ChangiAirportTerminal5tobereadybymid-2020s•AnewAirForceairbaseandafourthrunwaytobebuiltatChangiEast•DevelopmentatSouthernWaterfrontCitytotakeplaceaftercontainerportsmovetoTuas

HOUSING•EverySingaporeanfamilyactiveintheworkforceassuredthattheycanaffordahome•SpecialHousingGrantwillincludefour-roomflats

•BTOpricestoremainstabletohelpthosefromlowandmiddle-incomefamilies

HEALTHCARE•MediShieldtoberenamedasMediShieldLifeasitaimstocoverallSingaporeansforlife•Higherpremiumsduetoincreasebenefitsandcoverage.Governmenttosubsidisefeesfortheneedy•CommunityHealthAssistSchemewillnolongerhaveaminimumagerequirement

EDUCATION•PSLEwillimplementanewscoresystem.Widerbandsforgradestoreplaceaggregatescores•Allprimaryschoolstosetasideatleast40placesforchildrenwithnoaffiliatedtiesfrom2014

NATIONAL DAY RALLY HIGHLIGHTS

Sept 2013 - National Day Dialogue

Sept 2013 - National Day Dialogue Sept 2013 - National Day Dialogue Sept 2013 - National Day Dialogue

Sept 2013 - National Day Dialogue

POST-NATIONAL DAY RALLY

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Events and happenings in Kembangan-Chai CheeTHE KALEIDOSCOPE

Jul 2013 - Hygiene Maintenance Day

Jul 2013 - KUYEC BGM Tea Party

Aug 2013 - Table Tennis Interest Group Aug 2013 - One Community Walk

Jul 2013 - Ladies Captain Ball Bash @ Heartland

Jul 2013 - One Singapore Conversation @ Kg Kembangan CC

Aug 2013 - Lengkong Tiga Blk 103-105 Walkabout

Aug 2013 - Kg Ubi Wrestling IGAug 2013 - Thinking Art Programme

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Self-development and self-improvement OUR LEARNING JOURNEY

3 ) In another bowl, combine egg whites and remaining icing sugar and beat at medium speed until mid-soft peaks form (about 3 mins).

4 ) Take a dollop of the egg white mixture and mix it with the pistachio paste in a small bowl. Set aside.

1 ) Preheat oven to 170C. Separately toast the almonds and pistachio nuts until they turn light brown. Chop or blend according to your preferred fineness.

2 ) Sift flour and ⅔ of the icing sugar into a bowl. Tip in both the chopped nuts and whisk lightly to combine.

5 ) Fold half of the meringue into the flour and nut mixture until just combined. Fold in the remaining half and then fold in the pistachio paste.

6 ) Using a spoon, add the browned butter a spoonful at a time, folding it into the mixture with every addition.

7 ) Fill a piping bag with the batter and pipe into a prepared baking pan until three-quarters full, and top each with half of a raspberry. Bake for about 10 to 12 mins and cool before serving.

PISTACHIO RASPBERRY FINANCIER

• 150g shelled almonds

• 75g shelled pistachios

• 45g cake flour• 120g icing sugar• 135g egg whites• 15g pistachio

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• 115g unsalted butter, melted over low heat until slightly brown (noisette stage) and cooled

• 15 raspberries, halved

Makes 25-30 round financiers • Prep 10 mins • Cook 15 mins

Raik Aulhorn, Executive Pastry ChefSwissbake’s executive pastry chef Raik Aulhorn oversees the pastry operations in the company. He has over 10 years of experience under his belt as a pastry chef in Germany and Switzerland, working for big hotel chains and handling renowned

events including Formula 1, Champions League and FIFA. His experience in Europe is reflected in his creative pastries.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF AG. MINISTER TAN CHUAN-JIN’S RESPONSE TO THE DISCUSSIONS

In upholding the purpose of Our Singapore Conversation, dialogue sessions for K-CC residents have been held regularly. Many of these opinions are documented in the report for Our Singapore Conversation, and during the recent National Day Rally several policy changes inspired by the opinions of the general public were announced.

These sessions were valuable as they allowed residents to exchange views with one another as well as allowed the Minister to understand residents’ concerns and perspectives. With varying perspectives on multiple issues out in the open, these thought exchanges were often interactive, lively, and interesting. K-CC Conversation also enabled the Minister to share the thinking

behind some of the steps taken by the government and to explain the trade-offs involved.

PING AN AND PING YI GARDENS RESIDENTS’ VIEWSThe rise in COE prices, housing, and healthcare, among others, were mentioned frequently. Those in the business sector lamented on the cut in manpower and also attributed it to soaring costs.

HOUSINGThe Minister shared that for public housing, the government will do what it can to provide assurance and peace of mind with regards to affordability. For example, grants for HDB flats, along with HDB flat supply and eligibility, will be augmented.

It was clear, however, that

different individuals have different thoughts on housing prices – current homeowners prefer that the value of their flat remain unchanged while prospective owners naturally wish for theirs to be lower. While many cited resale prices as examples of high housing costs, they were not familiar with what new BTO flats cost.

Using the HDB website, the Minister showed what BTO flats costs were. He explained how couples, at various combined income levels, could finance their BTO flats via HDB loans and their CPF. He pointed out that if couples bought flats

that were beyond what their incomes could bear, they would inevitably feel some financial strain as they would have to fork out more cash, over and above their CPF, to finance the loans.

HEALTHCAREThe revised criteria for CHAS will provide coverage for more Singaporeans and the new Medishield Life will provide lifetime coverage. It was highlighted that healthcare was a challenge for most countries as their populations were ageing, and their taxpaying population was declining at the same time. The Minister emphasised that there were no easy solutions for healthcare but affirmed

K-CC CONVERSATION

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that more would be done while seeking to keep it sustainable at the same time. Interestingly, a number of residents shared that despite wanting more healthcare benefits, they do not wish for the government to spend more than what it can afford.

TRANSPORTThe rising price of COE was a popular topic but there was no consensus as to what would be a workable alternative. Many understood that having a cheaper COE may mean more cars on the roads. The central issue was how best to allocate while keeping car numbers manageable. In the discussion, many were surprised by the high level of car ownership in Singapore.

The Minister updated residents on transport plans and how it’d positively impact public transport in the coming years. He acknowledged that with hindsight, it would appear that the government should have built more MRT lines with greater capacity. However, he said that it took about a decade to plan and build a line, and if one were to consider what the situation was in 2003, it wasn’t clear that it would have been the right decision.

Singapore then was in the midst of the SARS crisis. It was also the post dot-com bubble, and 9-11 period when the economy was not doing well. He asked if the residents remembered the ‘white elephants’ being placed outside Buangkok Station as well as the unsold new HDB flats. The Minister assured residents that going forward, the government planned to build ahead of demand and would cater for buffer.

MANPOWERThe Minister clarified that since there has been a real concern with the growing number of foreigners present, there has been a resulting need to tighten manpower laws and control labour growth. Some residents suggested that we allow more work permit holders entry since there is a demand, but the Minister pointed out that majority of foreigners are work permit holders and that cuts have to be made across-the-board to slow down labour growth. He encouraged the residents to continue being productive despite the decrease in manpower.

FAMILY VALUESThe importance of work-life

balance was brought up, and the subject of parental influence on children was widely discussed. Parents acknowledged that they should spend more time with their kids so that the correct values may be imparted and so that the younger ones will be motivated to work hard and improve the lives of their respective families.

It was agreed that schools should place greater emphasis on values inculcation such as via the Community Involvement Program, so that the spirit of volunteerism can be instilled. Some suggested that students should take up part time jobs during school holidays to enhance their social skills and life experiences. Some parents also suggested that the education curriculum be revised every two to three years so as to ensure that the syllabus is constantly kept modern and current.

GOING FORWARDFeedback from the residents were largely positive and the session enabled them to interact with one another as well as listen to differing perspectives. These dialogue sessions will continue to take place; keep a lookout for them!

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WHAT’S NEW

EMBRACING SINGLISHSome K-CC residents recently banded together to create a mascot, Lor Leh Lah, for the constituency. The representative symbol is in celebration of Singlish, our local version of colloquial English, and of our ability to embrace and acknowledge the different existing in our society as a nation.

Integration and Naturalisation Champions (INCs) from Marine Parade GRC and SMCs from Mountbatten and from Potong Pasir held an International Cultural Fiesta for new residents in July at Marina bay. The event attracted more than 3,000 residents and engaged them with a variety of activities, some of which involved photography, music, and craft.

K-CC INTEGRATION FESTIVAL

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远 离家 庭 , 嗜 赌守 护

YOUR FAMILY. PROBLEM GAMBLING.PROTECT STOP

If you are affected by problem gambling, call the Problem Gambling Helpline for advice and information on casino exclusion measures.

KNOW THE LINE I 划清界线,远离嗜赌。

如果嗜赌影响了您的家庭,请拨预防嗜赌热线,让我们为您提供有关嗜赌和申请赌场禁门令的咨询与协助。

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KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD

A SLICE OF K-CC HISTORY

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Learn about some of the significant places of interest in Kembangan, most of which are no longer around, from Lionel De Souza, who grew up here as a boy and engaged in the Kampong Spirit

Lionel is sipping on his coffee when his eyes light up for the seventh time in half an hour. He sets his mug down and exclaims chirpily to yet another acquaintance, “Morning! What do you want to drink?” It is evident that the man is both a familiar and popular figure at Bedok South Market as hawkers and patrons alike come up frequently to acknowledge his presence. Lionel generously insists on paying for all the drinks at the table and even encourages everyone to order toasts. “No, no, no! Keep your money!” Lionel asserts when he spots a friend trying to pay for his own coffee.

Asked how he was like as a boy growing up in Kembangan, the jovial man says that he was “naughty, as

boys are,” but lucky as his family was able to live comfortably. He says with a chuckle, “Children these days are too pampered. In the past when we suffered from a cut, we’d rub it with a leaf and then beat it with a slipper. Sometimes, we’d have a friend pee on it, that’s all!”

SINGAPORE’S FIRST ROTI PRATA SHOPAccording to Lionel, Singapore’s first roti prata shop opened in the early 50s between Lengkong Tiga and Changi Road. It shifted after a few years due to competition, but it is clear that the novelty of the fried flour-based pancake at that time has always lingered in the elderly man’s heart.

Lionel De SouzaThe 70-year-old spent

his childhood fishing,

flying kites, and

playing hantam bola

in Kembangan. The

former SJI student

used to take bus 23A

back to his house at Jalan Senyum

and could often be found participating

in various Kampong activities when

not busy assisting his mother with

healthcare services around the

neighbourhood.

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Discover interesting hangouts and activities at Kembangan-Chai Chee

KEMBANGAN OPEN AIR THEATREThe theatre, which has since been demolished, was situated at the junction of Jalan Lapang and understandably always drew huge crowds. Lionel says with pride, “It screened so many types of movies. All kinds of movies! And admission in the 50s was 20 cents.”

YONG SENG BRICKWORKThe brick factory was demolished in the 60s due to the introduction of machinery but Lionel has fond memories of it. “We used to saw trees and steal bricks from there so that we could cement them together to make a goal post. We played a lot of football!”

Kembangan has no doubt evolved drastically over the years. Lionel

muses, “The changes are fantastic. We had no proper irrigation system then, but look at our waterworks today both here and around the island.” However, he reckons that there was one thing present then that is absent now, and leaves us with this, “Everything is so nice and modern, but there is no love. No Kampong Spirit. People should open up more and foster a stronger sense of community.”

MASJID KASSIMThe mosque has been around since the early 20s and currently stands at Changi Road. Today, the four-storey building can hold up to 2,000 worshippers and is a venue for religious, social and personal developments activities.

Kassim Mosque was rebuilt at Changi Road

with a reconstruction cost of $5 million and was

completed in July 1999.

Back in 1921, Wakaf Kassim comprised of a mosque and a burial ground in Siglap Road, surrounded by residential areas.

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HELPING HANDS

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BROTHERS IN ARMSAcknowledging our community partners for their dedication

and commitment to our neighbourhood

These organisations aim for the general betterment of our society by offering all-round support to the underprivileged, regardless of their race and religion

PERSATUAN PEMUDI ISLAM SINGAPORE (PPIS)PPIS was founded in 1952 to champion the rights of Muslim women and to equip them with the skills and opportunities necessary for self-improvement. The organisation now extends a helping hand to anyone in need and has a variety of services available to the community.

Family service centres facilitate the maintenance of familial ties by offering support to those facing issues like domestic abuse, marital discord, and parent-child disharmony.

THYE HUA KWAN MORAL SOCIETY (THK)Established in 1978, THK renders social, health, educational, and financial assistance to people. Its child care and student care centres provide education and meaningful activities to children while its clinics grant complimentary western and TCM healthcare.

The organisation has meal centres that provide free lunches to the elderly and has homes open to those in need of shelter, care, and therapy. All residents have an Individualised Care Plan (ICP) that is customised so that their respective needs may be met.

Thye Hua Kwan Hospital (THKH) provides a range of

rehabilitative services in a caring environment while Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities (THKMC) works on improving the social welfare of the underprivileged of all ages. The subsidiary welfare arm also offers help for pregnancy crisis, problem gambling, and household cleanliness.

THK Home for Disabled Adults & Day Activity Centre @ Chai Chee 2 Chai Chee LaneSingapore 469030Tel: 64417640Fax: 64417641Email: [email protected]

The home for disabled adults provides long-term care and shelter to disabled adults

whose parents and other familiy members are unable to attend to them while the day activity centre relieves caregivers of their workload by caring for their disabled family members during the day. Programmes are tailored to accommodate the different age groups and types of disabilities and residents are trained to hone their skills at socialisation and self-help.

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BUDDHIST COMPASSION RELIEF TZU CHI FOUNDATION Tzu Chi originated in Taiwan and established its Singapore branch in 1993. It aspires to fulfill local societal needs through providing unconditional love and care to the poor and needy.

 Its charity work includes regular home visits, distribution of supplies, visits to the terminally ill, provision of bursaries for students, and relief for those involved in an international disaster.

 The Tzu Chi Free Clinic provides the needy with free medical and dental care while the Tzu Chi Free Health Screening and Medical Clinic provides from free health screening services. In addition, needy recipients can receive

As-Salaam provides help for single parent families while Inspirasi endeavours marriage preparation and enrichment with an array of enlightening programmes.

Early childhood education centres and student care services enable children to develop holistically in a dynamic environment that adheres to MOE standards. A range of events aimed at empowering women via its PPIS Training & Consultancy (T&C) agency is also available.

PPIS Family Service Centre (East) Blk 41 Chai Chee Street #01-16Singapore 461041Tel: 6848 4661Fax: 6848 4752Email: [email protected]

The centre cushions the needs of individuals and families residing in the East with its team of qualified social workers and with its counselling services. It currently runs a specialty programme aimed at empowering Malay Muslim women and helping them take on the obstacles they face in having to fulfill different roles.

short or long-term financial assistance under the Dialysis Assistance Programme. Tzu Chi also organises community health screenings and regular blood donation drives to meet the nation’s needs.

 The Foundation advocates life-long learning with its Continuous Education Centre, offering classes such as yoga, calligraphy and flower arrangement to the general public.

Community Recycling Point @ Chai CheeVoid deck @ Blk 27 Chai Chee Road Singapore 460027(Second Sunday of each month)

Tzu Chi is very involved with environmental protection efforts; an average of 50 volunteers collect recyclables at 26 recycling points – one of which is situated at Chai Chee – and raise public awareness about being environmentally conscious with print media. This programme was started in November 2008 and between August 2011 and July 2013, 32,440kg of paper – the equivalent of 649 trees – was collected.

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ATTENTION ALL RESIDENTS!

The latest news and feedback from our Neighbourhood

ANSAR RCThe Youth Network Club will establish new facilities like a computer lab, library-cum-study room, music-cum-dance studio, game room, and activity room for youths to undertake wholesome and educational pursuits. Subsidised tuition classes will also be available for students from low-income families.

LOUDHAILER

PING AN RCA dance studio, karaoke lounge, relaxation corner, mini gym, and elderly-friendly toilets will be built to cater to the needs of senior citizens. The Senior Active Ageing & Wellness Club will hold classes for qi gong and yoga, among many others, to encourage healthy ageing and to enable the elderly to expand their social circles.

PING YI GARDEN RCA kitchen, multipurpose hall, and activity and function rooms will be instituted to accommodate family gatherings. A Women’s Club, Family Caring & Intergenerational Support Club, and several interest groups like Interactive Parenting Club and Baking Club will also be available.

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SOCIAL COMMENTARY

We have heard this many times – a responsible generation is one that plants the seeds today so that the next generation can benefit from the shade tomorrow.

In this magazine, we read about the developments in and around Kembangan-Chai Chee, revisit tales from the past, and look at what is to come. Here and all over the island, we have benefited from the country’s

overall transformation, growth, and development because the generations before us laboured hard to plant those seeds.

As we enjoy being sheltered in a first world society we must remember that the responsibility falls upon us in maintaining this ‘tree’ of ours so that it can continue to shelter our future generations. Depending on the season and conditions, at

times we may complain that the ‘fruits’ are not very sweet, but it is our tree nonetheless.

Let us appreciate the elders amongst us for having planted those seeds and remember their contributions. Let us work towards improving our community ties and our social responsibility so that we can ensure an even brighter future for the generations to come.

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PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE

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THE FOLLOWING LIST IS A SNAPSHOT OF EVENTS FROM OCTOBER TO DECEMBER 2013

Please contact our staff for registration and enquiry:Kampong Ubi Community Centre – 67459919, Kampong Kembangan Community Club – 64496022

Date/Day Time Name of Activity Venue Organiser Details

12 Oct (Sat) 10 am to 11.30 am Post Screening for Seniors K-CC AAC Wellness Centre K-CC AAC

Prerequisite: Participation from previous health

screening.

19 Oct (Sat) 7.30 pm to 10 pm K-CC Family Night Kembangan Open field K-CC GROs & MPTC Require pre-event

registration

26 to 27 Oct (Sat-Sun) 12 noon to 8 pm

Marine Parade GRC Photo Trail Exhibition cum One Connect One

Year Anniversary Event @ Katong I12Katong I12 MP GRC GROs Free for Public Entry

27 Oct (Sun) 10 am to 11 am Female Wellness Talk Kg Ubi CC Lvl 2 AVA Room K-CC GROs

Require pre-event registration

$10 (M), $15 (NM)

9 Nov (Sat) 6.30 pm to 10 pm Malay Cultural Appreciation Day 2013 Kg Ubi CC MP GRC MAECs Require pre-event

nomination

9 Nov (Sat) 8 am to 11 am Health Screening for Seniors Kg Kembangan

CC

Jln Senang NC / Lor Melayu NC /

Lengkong Tiga RC

Pre registration/Walk-In available

*Fasting required.

10 Nov (Sun) 2 pm to 4 pm IAEC Deepavali Lunch Celebration Kg Kembangan

CC MPH IAEC Require pre-event nomination

17 Nov (Sun) 6.45pm to 7.45pm JSNC/LMNC Charity Dinner for

Needy Families Kg Kembangan

CC Jln Senang / Lor Melayu NCs Based on nomination

24 Nov (Sun) 12 noon to 2 pm Grandparent Day 2013 Qian Xi restaurant MP GRC SCECs Require pre-event

registration

27 to 29 Dec (Fri-

Sun)9 am to 9 pm Edusave Award Presentation

CeremonyKg Kembangan

CC Hall K-CC GROs Require pre-event nomination

Upcoming News and Events in Kembangan-Chai Chee

*Details updated according to time of print. Residents are strongly encouraged to confirm event details nearer to date.

GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE

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Travel Discounts for All K-CC Residents!Present your NRIC and postal code to receive a 20 dollar travel

voucher and special rates to these popular destinations* Terms & conditions apply.

Chichen Itza

Uppala Villa Seminyak

12D9N MEXICO WONDER AND CARIBBEAN DREAMSS$5588Visit glorious monumental sites like Zocalo, the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, and Chichen Itza, among many others. Every couple is entitled to a $600 discount and every booking comes with a 24” luggage bag. PAY 2N

STAY 3N IN BALIPOOL VILLA S$658 (U.P. S$988)Put your feet up at either Kayu Raja or Uppala Villa Seminyak, ideal spots to recline and unwind. Price includes return economy ticket via Garuda Indonesia and return airport transfer.

Each traveller will be given a Garuda Indonesia duffle bag.

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