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SEMBAWANG TOWN COUNCIL • SEPTEMBER 2017

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Dear Residents

This year marks Singapore’s 52nd year of independence – an occasion that we celebrate with great joy and happiness. May Singapore continue to flourish in the years to come, growing steadfastly in prosperity and strength!

As part of our yearly tradition, we celebrated National Day together as one Sembawang family, commemorating the years of sacrifice and hard work which have made our little red dot into a thriving and prosperous home for everyone (Pages 3-5). A little closer to home, we also celebrated the launch of new developments in Sembawang GRC, such as the BW Monastery (Page 7) and the much-anticipated Kampung Admiralty (Page 6). Kampung Admiralty especially, will function as the heart of our growing community here in Sembawang, promoting inter-generational bonding and providing cohesive care for our pioneer generation.

What also brings a community together is good food, and Sembawang GRC has no

lack of it! This issue, we bring you a special feature called #MakanTrailSembawang (Pages 8-9), which shares some of the hidden food gems in our corner of the North. Why not make a date with your family and friends to explore Sembawang GRC together and try out all this good food?

How well do you know your neighbours? Here in Sembawang, we are fortunate to be part of a close-knit community, made possible only through caring and thoughtful neighbours. Check out some of the stories of neighbours living in Kampung Sembawang, and find out some of their simple tips on how to get to know your neighbours better (Pages 10-11).

Home is truly made up by the people who live in it. I believe that by working together, we can continue to make Sembawang and Singapore into a wonderful and gracious home for everyone. Majulah Singapura!

dr Lim Wee Kiak, pBMChairman

Kepada Para Penduduk yang Dihormati,

Tahun ini merupakan tahun ke-52 kemerdekaan Singapura. Kita meraikannya dengan penuh kegembiraan dan kesyukuran. Semoga Singapura terus makmur, maju dan teguh menghadapi cabaran!

Sebagai tradisi tahunan, kita meraikan Hari Kebangsaan bersama-sama sebagai sebuah keluarga Sembawang, memperingati pengorbanan dan kerja keras yang telah menjadikan titik merah yang kecil ini menjadi sebuah negara yang pesat membangun dan makmur untuk semua (muka surat 3-5).

Seiringan dengan itu, kita juga meraikan pelancaran beberapa pembangunan baru di GRC Sembawang, seperti Biara BW (muka surat 7) dan Kampung Admiralty (muka surat 6) yang dinanti-nantikan. Kampung Admiralty akan berfungsi sebagai nadi masyarakat kita yang sedang membangun di Sembawang ini, menggalakkan ikatan antara generasi dan menyediakan penjagaan yang menyeluruh untuk generasi perintis kita.

Satu perkara yang menyatukan sesebuah masyarakat ialah makanan yang enak dan GRC Sembawang

juga tidak kurang hebatnya! Dalam keluaran ini, kami membawakan anda liputan khas yang dinamakan #MakanTrailSembawang (muka surat 8-9) yang akan memaparkan tempat-tempat makan yang jarang diketahui di kawasan Utara Singapura. Ayuh, bawa keluarga dan kawan-kawan anda untuk meneroka GRC Sembawang dan mencuba juadah-juadah yang enak ini.

Sejauh mana anda mengenali jiran-jiran anda? Kita beruntung kerana kita sebahagian daripada sebuah masyarakat yang akrab di Sembawang dan yang saling mengambil berat dan bertimbang rasa sesama jiran. Ketahui kisah-kisah jiran anda di Kampung Sembawang dan ketahui petua-petua mudah mereka mengenai cara mengenali jiran anda dengan lebih baik (muka surat 10-11).

Kesejahteraan sesebuah kediaman dicetuskan oleh orang-orang yang berada di dalamnya. Saya yakin dengan bekerjasama, kita dapat terus menjadikan Sembawang dan Singapura sebuah kediaman yang indau dan penyayang untuk semua. Majulah Singapura!

dr Lim Wee Kiak, pBMpengerusi

亲爱的居民

今年见证了新加坡独立52周年，全民都热烈参与欢庆国家的生日。祝新加坡在未来的日子里，经济稳健增长， 国家繁荣昌盛！

一如既往，我们三巴旺这个大家庭共同欢庆国庆日，见证大家多年来，把小红点发展成为一个繁华家园所付出的牺牲和努力（见第3-5页）。在三巴旺集选区，我们也迎来新的基础设施，如吉祥宝聚寺的开幕典礼（见第7页）和居民所期待的海军部村庄（见第6页）。海军部村庄将成为三巴旺社区的枢纽，除了提供全面的医疗服务， 也是一个促进祖孙情谊的场地。

众所周知，美食也能培养人们对社区的归 属感，三巴旺集选区亦有数不尽的美食！

这一期，我们将通过#MakanTrailSembawang (见第8-9页）介绍北区的美食亮点。何不约您的家庭和朋友一同探索三巴旺集选区，品尝美食呢？

您对邻居了解多少？在三巴旺，我们庆幸生活在一个有相当凝聚力的社区。我们的周围都住着充满爱心的邻居。读一读他们温馨的故事，并从中学习如何更了解您的邻居（见第10-11页）。

家园是由住在里面的居民们所组构而成的。我深信只要我们齐心合力，一定能继续把三巴旺和新加坡打造成每个人向往的优雅、亲切的家园。前进吧，新加坡！

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SeMBaWang grC

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peace, security and independence for the past 52 years. This year’s National Day Parade theme –

#OneNationTogether, is a timely reminder for Singaporeans to stand together as one, against adversity and uniting our hopes for the future!

National Day celebrations have been a yearly affair for Sembawang GRC, and it is of no exception this year. We enjoyed a time of celebration and cheer in the National Day Carnivals and Dinners held in Admiralty, Canberra, Gambas, Sembawang and Woodlands divisions. Residents of all ages gathered together to commemorate Singapore’s independence and successes over the past 52 years. Lively stage performances were put up by the younger generation, igniting the celebratory mood of residents. Residents also sang to their hearts content as National Day songs rang through the various events.

This year is especially special as we also commemorate fifty years of National Service in Singapore. At our National Day Observance Ceremonies held in Canberra and Sembawang divisions, we paid tribute and recognised generations of Singaporeans who have defended for our nation, keeping our homes safe and secure.

Sayang Singapore, Sayang Sembawang!

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adMiraLty Bonding over sumptuous food

and hearty conversations

Stunning performances put up

by our young ones

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Families joining in the fun at the carnival!

Residents waving their flags high and

singing along to National Day songs

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Mr Wong Hao, BBMChairman, Gambas CCMC

Member of Finance Committee

Mr LiM aH Pang, PBMChairman, Woodlands Zone 4 RC

Member of Estate Maintenance Committee

nationaL day aWardS 2017Sembawang town Council would like to extend our warmest and heartfelt congratulations

to our Councillors. thank you for your contributions to our community.

Residents participating in

thrilling games—all eyes on the prize!

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adMiraLty Expectant residents could not contain their delight when

they explored their new residences – bearing testimony that Kampung Admiralty is progressively opening its doors to residents and the public. Known as the first

retirement kampung, the two blocks of 11-storey Housing Board flats bounded by Woodlands Drive 71 and Woodlands Ring Road boast of a two-level Admiralty Medical Centre, a hawker centre, a community garden and a childcare centre. The integrated development will also house shops and a supermarket.

MP for Sembawang GRC, Minister Khaw Boon Wan, took the honour to launch the Community Day @Kampung Admiralty on 12 August 2017. Recognising the efforts of many agencies, Minister Khaw spoke of the vision for seniors to live happily, actively and healthily in this HDB town. Thus, Kampung Admiralty has been designed in a way that encourages inter-generational bonding, social interactions and active ageing. These will help residents fight against loneliness, ill-health and depression.

Elderly-friendly features in the studio apartments come in the form of grab bars, alert alarm systems, induction hobs, resilient vinyl strip flooring that are slip- and moisture-resistant, and retractable clothes drying rack. This will help to ensure the safety and convenience for the elderly residing there.

Mdm Rohani Bte Ahmad, 60, who will be moving in, said, “When I open the door, I immediately like the concept, and the finishing was neat. I am very satisfied. I have already met some of my neighbours. They are all friendly.” She cited the proximity to the Admiralty MRT, and the various facilities as the major reasons for choosing to age-in-place in Kampung Admiralty.

Other healthcare facilities include the Admiralty Medical Centre, which offers treatment for elderly health issues such as diabetes and eye-related conditions right at their doorsteps. Active ageing programmes will also be organised for senior learning opportunities. With the co-existence of both the childcare centre and the Active Ageing Hub, the seniors can look forward to more inter-generational bonding through planned activities.

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W oodlands residents have another option to attend Dharma lessons and give offerings to Buddha, at the BW Monastery (吉祥宝聚寺) that opens its door on 11 August. A five-storey monastery at 1 Woodlands Drive

16, it houses a basement carpark, offices, classrooms, library, a multi-purpose hall and dormitories for the Sangha. Replacing its previous headquarters in Geylang, the spacious facility is built to fully serve its 3,500 members.

MPs for Sembawang GRC Minister Khaw Boon Wan and Dr Lim Wee Kiak graced the official launch, amid Buddhist chants to bless the auspicious opening. The CEO of the Management Committee, Mr Simon Quek, said, “Besides propagating Buddhism through Dharma classes and ceremonies, the temple also holds a broad range of workshops spanning from healthcare, calligraphy, Tai Ji and flower arrangement to engage residents.”

Broaching on community involvement, Simon announced that the temple will hold ‘Joyfeast’ – free vegetarian meals for residents every first Sunday starting from 3 September 2017. Its volunteers have also been indefatigable in promoting inter-religious harmony. They helped in the provision of free meals for the needy during the opening of the Masjid Yusof Ishak in April this year as well.

“We will continue to service the community, promote interfaith harmony for the stability of our society,” Simon concluded.

IN WOODLANDS

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#MakanTrail SeMbawang:

Read more about these food places on our Wordpress Blog:

https://kampungsembawang.wordpress.com

address:  8B Admiralty St, #01-10, Singapore 757440

opening Hours: 8am to 8pm (Monday to Friday), 10am to 8pm (Saturday)

address:  688 Woodlands Drive 75 Singapore 730688

opening Hours: 5:30pm to 2am (Daily)

address:  1 Woodlands Rd, Singapore 677899 (Woodlands Interchange)

opening Hours: 11am to 9.30pm (Daily)

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Specially curated for our Kampung Sembawang residents, #Makantrail Sembawang takes you through Sembawang grC and a little beyond, as we explore some of the best-known and hidden food spots that our towns have to offer! take your family and friends out for a food adventure as you treat your palates to some of the most mouth-watering and soul-satisfying food found exclusively in Sembawang grC.

address:  501A Wellington Circle, #01-30, Singapore 751501

opening Hours: 9.30am to 9.30pm (Daily) Closed from 3.30pm to 4.30pm on the 1st and 15th of Lunar Calendar

address:  22 Jln Tampang, Singapore 758966

opening Hours: 11:30am to 10:30pm (Closed on Wednesdays)

address:  292 Yishun Street 22, #01-291, Singapore 760292

opening Hours: 11:30am to 10:00pm (Daily)

address:  349 Sembawang Rd, Singapore 758356

opening Hours: 10am to 10pm (Daily)

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neigHBoUrSMeet our young national recipient for the good neighbours award 2017, thulasiraman ranganathan Sammyukta!

nominated by her neighbor, Meenakshi Sundaram Sanshitha, for the good neighbours award 2017, Sammyukta has a kind and generous heart and takes the effort to look out for her neighbours, young and old.

HDB’s good neighbour award (gna) gives recognition to residents who have gone

the extra mile to enrich their community with selfless acts of care and neighbourliness, making a difference to the

lives of their neighbours.

W hen Sammyukta was first introduced to her next door neighbour, she was surprised to find that she already knew

her neighbour – they attended the same school together.

“I had met Sanshitha through another friend in school.” Sammyukta says. “So actually, when our neighbour introduced both of us, it was funny that I already knew who she was. But at the same time, I was glad to see a familiar face and know that she was living close by to me. This was how our friendship started.”

Sammyukta and Sanshitha, who are 10 years old and 8 years old respectively, soon started spending more time together. On weekday afternoons, they would study together or even stay active through badminton matches at the court downstairs. Over time, Sammyukta became an older sister figure to Sanshitha.

“I nominated Sammyukta for the (Good Neighbours) Award, because she is caring and she is always there to help me.” Sanshitha explains. “Whenever I have problems with my homework, I will just walk over and ask her for help. Even though she has her own homework to do, she will always make time to help me, cheerfully and willingly.”

“I am so happy that Sammyukta won the award because I feel that she deserves it. I am very, very happy for her.”

During the course of their friendship, both girls even discovered a common passion: arts and craft.

“I picked up crafts from my mother when I was about 4 years-old.” Sammyukta tells us. “I started off with the basic drawing, and slowly moved on to colouring and painting. Nowadays, I really enjoy making silk thread earrings, 3D art and paintings.”

Not only does Sammyukta share this knowledge with Sanshitha – but she shares her art skills with

other neighbours living along the same corridor. Accompanied by her mother, she conducts regular craft-making sessions over at their home on weekends for their neighbours.

“Arts and crafts is something everyone can do,” Sammyukta says with a smile. “So when everyone comes together to learn, and we can all take home something beautiful to look at – it reminds us of the fun times we had together.”

We ask both girls how we can make the first step to getting to know our neighbours better.

“arts and crafts is something everyone can do. So when everyone comes together to learn, and we can all take home something beautiful to look at – it reminds us of the fun times we had together.”

“When you can, you should try to include them in what you do.” Sammyukta says. “Ask them if they want to join you – whether to do something fun, or even to eat together. Be kind and caring towards your neighbours, and they will do the same for you.”

“I love my neighbours in this corridor, because they are all kind and friendly.” Sanshitha smiles. “We have parties together or they will invite me to their house to play or even sleepover at their house. I feel lucky to be living alongside such nice neighbours.”

To find out more about this year’s Good Neighbour Award recipients, visit: hdb.gov.sg/gna lifestoreys.hdb.gov.sg

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HOW TO BE A

You don’t have to invite your neighbour for a meal right

away if you’re shy – but if you ever make any extra, you can always give them some. That’s always a good way to break the ice.

My mum always taught me to be kind and friendly to others,

which is something I live by. And I think when you’re kind and friendly to others – when you show a genuine interest in getting to know them – they’ll respond likewise.

People bond over food – our families exchange

food so many times and we go over and eat meals together. I think this has helped us become closer over time for sure.

Everyone takes the lift. So even asking a

simple question like, ‘which floor do you stay on?’ so you can help them press the button is a good way to break the ice.

– Mdm Tan, Good Neighbours’ Award Recipient for Admiralty Constituency

– Jasem, Good Neighbours’ Award Recipient for Sembawang Constituency

Being a good neighbor can be as simple as helping my

neighbours water the plants. My family lives next to an elderly couple and we often look out for them as much as we can.

– Jia Hui, Good Neighbours’ Award Recipient for Woodlands Constituency

A good neighbor is someone who simply helps—even

through the smallest gestures. If you see that your neighbour needs help, you can just go up to them and offer a hand. I don’t know if this will make that person’s day but it will definitely make mine!

– Yun Yu, Nominator

You have to show that you’re open and willing to strike up

a friendship. Even simple gestures like holding the lift for your neighbours in the morning or evening can go a long way.

– Mdm Lim, Nominator

Smile more! A smile is an instant way of

making everyone feel at home.– Mdm Sofia, Good Neighbours’

Award Recipient for Canberra Constituency

– Eugene, Nominator

– Helmi, Nominator

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W oodlands residents can look forward to upgraded common areas and facilities, with three neighbourhood renewal programmes due to complete progressively by 2019. Apart from

the upgrading of 66 blocks as well as community spaces, new facilities will also be introduced to the neighbourhood.

On a ministerial visit to Woodlands on 11 June 2017, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Grace Fu, highlighted that estate upgrading projects should cater to the needs of residents. She explained that barrier-free access ramps will be built in anticipation of an ageing population. New facilities such as playgrounds, a basketball court and other sporting facilities will also meet the needs of our younger children and youths.

MP for Woodlands Division, Mr Amrin Amin joined Minister Grace Fu in attending two block parties and a time of Zumba at Blk 827 Woodlands Street 81 with our residents. They also visited and spoke to stallholders at the wet markets in Admiralty Place and Woodlands North Plaza.

“Such activities are a way to turn neighbourhood facilities into a very liveable and communal space where people can bond through sports or exercise and get to know their neighbours better,” Ms Fu said. Referring to upgraded facilities as ‘hardware’, Ms Fu shared that her ministry is looking into ways of making the hardware work better for residents.

In agreement, Mr Amrin Amin also added,” We are working hard to improve the software, to bring residents together. For instance, we have an open house to celebrate festive occasions and distribute nasi briyani during Ramadan.”

Wong Suying, a mother with a three-year old daughter, welcomed the proposed sheltered barrier-free access ramp near Blk 859A. Not only will it serve the wheelchair-bound, it also facilitates the use of strollers. “This makes it more convenient for young mothers like me to bring my kid around, especially when it rains,” she commented.

IN A REvITALISED

BUiLding CoMMUnity Spirit

WOODLANDS“Ultimately, that is

the most important thing, how to make the living environment

relevant to the needs of the residents.”

– Ms Grace Fu

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gSt VoUCHer 2017ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

WHaT? GST voucher (GSTv) is a permanent scheme that provides support to lower-income Singaporeans with their expenses.

CASH: Provides lower-income Singaporeans with some cash for immediate needs.

Paid in Aug each year

gST Voucher notification goes Digital

WHo?

WHY?

Convenience Eco-friendly (saves 160 trees)

Secure information

HoW?Log in to www.gstvoucher.gov.sg

with SingPass

What happens if i do not log in?

You will receive your gST – Cash* in your bank account

or by cheque.* If you are eligible & have signed up for the GSTV or past

Government payout schemes previously.

About 1.37 million eligible* Singaporeans will receive up to $500 in GSTv – Cash.

*Eligibility criteria:• YoumustbeaSingaporeancitizen,residinginSingapore;• Youmustbeaged21orabovein2017;• YourIncomeEarnedin2015asassessedbyIRAS(AssessableIncome(AI)fortheYearofAssessment(YA)2016)mustnotexceed$28,000;• TheAnnualValue(AV)ofyourhome(asindicatedonyourNRIC)asat31December2016mustnotexceed$21,000• Youmustnotownmorethanoneproperty.

*Chequepaymentwilltake2weekslonger.Citizensareencouragedtoswitchtodirectbankingcreditingatwww.gstvoucher.gov.sg

GST VoucherAssessable Income for

YA 2016 ≤ $28,000Annual Value of Home as at 31 Dec 2016

Paid on*Up to $13,000 $13,001 to $21,000

Regular – CashSingaporeans aged 21 years and above

$300 $150 1 Aug 2017

One-off – Cash Special Payment $200 $100 1 Nov 2017

The gSTV comprises the following 3 components:

1

U-Save: Provides lower- & middle-income Singaporean HDB households with quarterly rebates to offset their utilities bills.

Paid in Jan, Apr, Jul & Oct each year

Only HDB households are eligible for the GST Utilities-Save (U-Save) voucher, based on the HDB flat type.

HDB Flat TypeGSTV — U-Save

Jul 2017 Oct 2017 Jan 2018 Apr 2018 Total rebates from Jul 17 – Apr 181- and 2-room $95 $95 $95 $95 $380

3-room $85 $85 $85 $85 $3404-room $75 $75 $75 $75 $3005-room $65 $65 $65 $65 $260

Executive/Multi-Gen $55 $55 $55 $55 $220

HDB Flat TypeFY2017 S&CC Rebate (no. of months)

Apr 2017 Jul 2017 Oct 2017 Jan 2018 Total for FY 20171- and 2-room 1 1 1 0.5 3.53- and 4-room 1 0.5 0.5 0.5 2.5

5-room 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 2Executive/Multi-Gen 0.5 0.5 0.5 – 1.5

2

Yourhouseholdshouldfulfilthefollowingconditions:• IfyouownandliveinyourHDBflat,theremustbeatleastoneSingaporecitizenowneroroccupierintheflat;or• IfyoupartiallysublettheHDBflatthatyouownandlivein,theremustbeatleastoneSingaporecitizenowneroroccupierintheflat;or• Iftheentireflatissublettoyou,theremustbeatleastoneSingaporeantenant;AND • Immediatefamilymemberslivinginthesameflatmustnotownorhaveanyinterestinmorethanoneproperty.

Medisave: Provides elderly Singaporeans aged 65 & above with a top-up to their CPF Medisave account, to support their medical needs

Paid in Aug each year3

About 450,000 eligible Singaporeans* aged 65 and above should have also received the GSTv – Medisave of up to $450 in August 2017.

*Eligibility criteria:

YoumustbeaSingaporecitizen,residinginSingapore;

Youmustbeaged65andabovein2017;

TheAnnualValueofyourhome(asindicatedonyourNRIC)asat31December2016mustnotexceed$21,000;and

Youmustnotownmorethanoneproperty.

Age in 2017 Amount of Medisave Top-Up* Paid in58 to 64 years Up to $200

July 2017 (PG)

Aug 2017 (GSTV and MTS5)

65 to 72 years Up to $45073 to 74 years Up to $65075 to 77 years Up tp $75078 to 82 years Up to $95083 to 84 years Up to $1,150

85 years and above Up to $1,250

21-55 years old

56 years old & Above

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From 18 September 2017 (Monday), our Collection Centre will be relocated to

KAMPUNG ADMIRALTY676 Woodlands Drive 71 #06-04 S(730676)

(Behind Admiralty MRT Station)

Our Woodlands Civic Centre Collection Centre will ceaseoperation with effect from 17 September 2017 (Sunday).

Our operating hours at the Kampung Admiralty Collection Centre will be as follows:Monday to Friday: 8.00 am to 4.30 pmSaturday: 8.00 am to 12.30 pm

Our main contact details remain unchanged: Mainline: 6368 3100 Finance: 6368 7094 / 6368 7116Fax: 6368 2271 EMSU: 1800 275 5555 Email: feedback@sbtc.org.sgWebsite: sbtc.org.sg Phone Apps: iTown@SG (iPhone & Android) Facebook: facebook.com/sembawangtc

Dear Residents

Thank you for your support as we work towards improving our service to you.

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Residents can continue to make their S&CC payments at our Main Office

@ Blk 504C Canberra Link, #01-63

Find designated parking locations at:

BiCyCLe parKing 101 park your bicycle only

at designated bicycle

parking locations

Let's be gracious

& considerate

not sure where to park your bicycle?

Do not bring shared-bicycles up to HDB flats

Bicycle Parking racks

Void Decks Town Centres Parks

Bicycle Parking Zones

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adMiraLty For more inFormation, please call the cc at 6891 3430

24 Sep 2017 Admiralty CSC Brisk Walk @ Sungei Buloh 7am to 1pm Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve

30 Sep 2017 Admiralty Mid-Autumn Rave 7pm to 10pm vista Park

4 Nov 2017 Admiralty Deepavali Celebrations 7pm to 10pm ACE The Place CC MPH

CanBerra For more inFormation, please call the cc at 6755 6369

16 Sep 2017 Onam 2017 9.30am to 3pm Canberra CC MPH

30 Sep 2017 Canberra Bulan Bahasa 2017 7.30pm to 9.30pm Canberra CC MPH

29 Oct 2017 One Community Fiesta 2017 9am to 1pm Open Space in front of Blk 320 Sembawang Close

12 Nov 2017 Deepavali Glow 2017 6pm to 10pm Canberra CC MPH

gaMBaS For more inFormation, please call the cc at 6684 1827

24 Sep 2017 Gerbang Bahasa 5pm to 9pm Northbrooks Secondary School

1 Oct 2017 Gambas Mid-Autumn Celebration 7pm to 9.30pm N4 Courtyard beside Blk 414 Yishun Ring Road

22 Oct 2017 Deepavali Celebration 7.30pm to 10pm Please contact Nee Soon Spring CC for more details

26 Nov 2017 Yishun Floral Family Day 2pm to 5pm Blk 440 Yishun Avenue 11

SeMBaWang For more inFormation, please call the cc at 6758 4183

23 Sep 2017 Celebrate Mid-Autumn @ Sembawang (N7) 7pm to 9pm Please call Sembawang CC for more information

24 Sep 2017 Celebrate Mid-Autumn @ Sembawang 7.30pm to 9.30pm Sembawang CC

29 Oct 2017 House of Horrors 3 @ Sembawang 6pm to 10pm Sembawang CC

WoodLandS For more inFormation, please call the cc at 6366 2218

16 Sep 2017 Bulan Bahasa Carnival 2017 11am to 3pm Woodlands CC Hall

1 Oct 2017 Woodlands Lantern Festival Celebration 2017 7pm to 10pm Open Field at Woodlands

Regional Centre

14 & 15 Oct 2017 Mammogram Screening by IAEC 9am to 5.30pm Woodlands Galaxy CC

21 & 22 Oct 2017 Fright Nite 2017 7.30pm to 9.30pm Woodlands Galaxy CC

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With the co-existence of both the childcare centre and the active ageing hub, the seniors can look

forward to more inter-generational bonding through planned activities.

a five-storey monastery at 1 Woodlands Drive 16, it houses a basement carpark, offices, classrooms, library,

a multi-purpose hall and dormitories for the sangha.

Do not bring shared-bicycles up to hDB flats.

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