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LOVE SINGAPORE,

SAYANGSEMBAWANG

S E M B A W A N G T O W N C O U N C I L • S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 5

CELEBRATING THE NATION’S BIRTHDAY

TUGS AT OUR HEARTSTRINGS

KAMPUNG SPIRITLIVES ON

SAYANGSEMBAWANG

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HEARTTALK

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Mr Hawazi Daipi served as Member of Parliament for Sembawang GRC for 18 years. During this period, Mr Hawazi initiated several projects. First, Mr Hawazi championed the Marsiling Care Programmes for the needy and underprivileged in our GRC as he believed that it was important to care for those who needed help most. Mr Hawazi also established the Marsiling Chinese Orchestra in 2004 to promote appreciation of the Chinese orchestra among Marsiling residents, as well as to foster a closer collaboration between the grassroots organizations, neighbourhood schools and residents.

As Chairman of Sembawang Town Council for the last 12 years, Mr Hawazi was instrumental in making Sembawang Town Council a resident-centric organization. Among the many projects he initiated, construction of a 7.4 km cycling tracks in Sembawang and Woodlands Town is one project which provides great convenience to both cyclists and pedestrians. The notions of kampung spirit was very important toMr Hawazi who believed deeply in a rooted and close community. Our kampung community in Marsiling today, is his proud legacy.

Ms Ellen Lee Geck Hoon, PBM served asVice-Chairman of Sembawang GRC Town Council for two years. As Vice-Chairman, Ms Ellen Lee had given pertinent advice to the Town Council on how to improve the estates and personally oversee much of the implementation of these improvement projects. Minister Khaw shared in his speech during the Woodlands National Day Dinner, “Thro ugh these 10 years, Ellen Lee put her he art and soul into serving the residents in her wards in Woodlands. She’s there all the time - house visits, MPS, grassr oots activities, day and night...she used her legal knowl edge and social network to go the extra mile to help vulnerable families get ba ck on theirfeet again.”

MR HAWAZI ANDMS ELLEN LEE

TRIBUTE TO

We have been very fortunate to have enjoyed great leadership here in Sembawang GRC. Mr Hawazi Daipi and Ms Ellen Lee Geck Hoon, PBM, are both shining examples of this exemplary leadership. In all things they gave their best, and the above quote perfectly sums up the years that Mr Hawazi and Ms Ellen have given to our GRC. They have been leaders of action, walking the ground to listen to our people and working hard to implement those necessary improvements that would benefit our residents. Today, we honor their contributions to their community.

“Leadership is an action,not a position.”

THANK YOU, MR HAWAZI!

THANK YOU, MS ELLEN!

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SG50 is indeed a milestone, an important page unveiled in the chronicles of Singapore’s history. We have come a long way, transforming ourselves into a modern, thriving metropolis it is today. This year’s National Observance ceremonies claimed many firsts:

This was the first time all observance ceremonies island-wide were held on the same day, at the same time. This was the first time Singaporeans were able to hear for themselves Mr Lee read the Proclamation. The recording was broadcast at 9 am at all National Day Observance Ceremonies and on all local TV and radio channels.

The festive mood was even more pronounced this year, as residents celebrated Singapore’s golden jubilee with National Day Dinners and National Day Observance Ceremonies in Admiralty, Marsiling, Sembawang, Woodgrove and Woodlands divisions. Games and cultural performances were put up, much to the delight of those who attended.

NATION’SBIRTHDAY

CELEBRATING THE

This was the first time Singaporeans were able to hear for themselves the Proclamation read by Mr Lee.

MARSILING

ADMIRALTY

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SEMBAWANG

WOODGROVE Yet another

first: Woodgrove

broke the Singapore

Book of Records

for “Largest Word

Formation Made

of Photos.”

This art mural, painted by local artist Mr Kenneth Lee, is made up of 50 art pieces. Each day, he painted one art piece to complete the 10 by 5 metres art mural in 50 days.

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WOODLANDS

NATIONAL DAY

THE PUBLIC SERVICE MEDAL 2015

AWARDS 2015Sembawang Town Council congratulates our Councillors. We salute your outstanding contributions to our community.

Vice Chairman, Sembawang CCCSembawang Town Councillor

(CLC member)

MR GOH PENG HONG, BBM

Treasurer, Marsiling CCMCSembawang Town Councillor

(EMC member)

MR ABDUL RAHIM BIN MAWASI, PBM

Chairman, Sembawang Zone E RCSembawang Town Councillor

(PDC member)

MR TOH SIAW HUA, PBM

Chairman, Marsiling Zone 7 RCSembawang Town Councillor

(PDC member)

MR SOON TAWN S/O TAWIN, PBM

Chairman, Marsiling Zone 5 RCSembawang Town Councillor

(FC member)

MR YEO SWEE KHIANK, PBM

Chairman, Woodgrove NCSembawang Town Councillor

(PPRC member)

MR SEAH THIAN PAU, PBM

Chairperson, Woodgrove Zone 1 RCSembawang Town Councillor

(EMC member)

MDM BETTY TEO GEOK KUAN, PBM

THE PUBLIC SERVICE STAR 2015

Woodlands friends and residents gave a rousing thank you to Ms Ellen Lee during the Woodlands National Day Dinner.

H E A R T T A L K6

TUGS AT OURHEARTSTRINGS...

Singapore is home to uniqueness and diversity. Our people, food, culture and places of interests are what makes this remarkable nation blossom. In the next few pages, we will be showcasing the people and what they have to say about Singapore. Read on to find out more!

Write-up and photos by Marco Khoe, Christine Yeo Khalid, Chelsea Chan Hui Min and Shang Tong Yee

Students from Republic Polytechnic, Diploma in Mass Communications

“WHAT I LIKE ABOUT SINGAPORE IS THAT THE USE

OF SINGLISH IS BORN IN US. IT IS A UNIQUE LANGUAGE THAT ONLY SINGAPOREANS KNOW AND UNDERSTAND. PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD KNOW ABOUT IT BUT I THINK THAT

ONLY SINGAPOREANS KNOW HOW TO USE IT CORRECTLY

AND NATURALLY.”

“ I love the wonderful variety of food we

have here. We’re constantly spoilt for

choice and food is still a really affordable

thing for us as compared to how it is in

other countries. I can go to any hawker

centre and decide to have either Chinese,

Indian or Malay food without having to walk

for more than a couple of metres. It’s really

convenient and I always look forward to

returning to Singapore for its food. And if

I’m ever in doubt of what to order, I stick to

my golden rule and decide to order a plate

of Chicken Rice; because you know you

can’t ever go wrong with that.”

“I like Singapore because I work

here and it’s very beautiful.”

“I like the Esplanade, it is very

cool.“

-TAMILMANI, 30 (FROM INDIA)

-AMEERA, 18

-MR AND MRS LEW

-TAN RUI HONG, 11

-MARIANNE

“I like the greenery and the two buildings at Gardens by the Bay that house greenery and other plants.”

“I like Singapore as it has good sanitation and health systems. We have been to places such as the national

library building and the river safari and they are

really great spots to visit.”

-AMY YAO GUO LIANG

THERE’S JUST SOMETHING ABOUT SINGAPORE THAT

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“I like Singapore because of the parks,

especially West Coast Park, a gathering place for families.

The tax system in Singapore is another thing which I like as it is not as high compared to some countries such as Australia

and the UK.”-MISA, 39

“I LIKE SINGAPORE BECAUSE IT IS OUR HOME AND IT GIVES

US A LIVING.”-ONG SOON TECK, 72

“I like the multiracial community. We don’t

have only one race but we have a few living together.”

-JUSLET ALEXIS, 51

-CLARA YEOLIAN HUA, 51

“Safe, clean andcheap mobileeven when Ican’t drive.”

“I like the food. We have many delicious

local delicacies that tourists can try out.”

“I like the Architecture. It is well-

constructed and it’s very nice. For example,

Gardens by the Bay. It is very attractive and

their super tree is one of the most

well-known.”

-LEE XUE FANG, 20, (LEFT)

- LEE CHIU YU, 19, (RIGHT)

“What I like about Singapore is that anything can do,

anywhere can go.”-MESIDDEKUR, 32

-GINNY, 17

“I can walk in places alone without fear of being harassed or stalked or being

targeted by criminals. The crime rate of Singapore is low

too. The situation in Singapore is stable

and good compared to most countries. I like local vegetarian food in Singapore. They are very tasty. Singapore

has a multiracial society which is

harmonious.”

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Early in the morning, about 1500 residents of Sembawang GRC gathered at Admiralty Park on 31 May. Together with Grassroots

Advisers and Adviser to Sembawang Grassroots Organisations, Mr Khaw Boon Wan, a warm-up Zumba exercise was conducted before they walked 2 km from Admiralty Park to Republic Polytechnic (Sports Stadium). For many, this 2 km walk signified the first step towards a healthy lifestyle. A momentary breakaway from their usual sedentary life, many were perspiring after the walk butliking it!

In conjunction with the 28th SEA Games on our home soil, Sembawang GRC launched the Community SEA Games Torch Up during Community Sports Festival 2015 on 31 May. As Mr Khaw Boon Wan lighted up SEA Games Pedestal Cauldron, Advisers and Special Guests turned on dancing tubes. The event reached a climax as residents threw up paper balls with loud cheer “SEA Games 2015!”

Residents tried their hand at some classic games. In all, there were a total of 50 games to mark the Nation’s 50th Birthday Celebration (SG50). Zhuo Jiajie, 27, commented that this was a great opportunity for bonding. It also paved the way for residents to seriously consider sports, any type, as an initiation into a more active lifestyle. The benefits of a healthy lifestyle can only be reaped if we start doing sports early and on a regular basis.

THE FUN WAY!

Torching up of SEA Games Pedestal Cauldron

EMBRACING AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE–

Walking on coconutshell sandals

SEA Games Mascot Nila joined in as residents try out Piloxing.

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In Sembawang GRC SG50 Discovery Race on 26 July, residents pit their knowledge of Sembawang’s rich history and heritage against one

another. Besides highlighting Singapore’s 50 years of independence, the race aimed to educate the youths on the various milestones of Singapore.

The race, held in Woodlands Galaxy Community Club, was officiated by Grassroots Advisers Mr Khaw Boon Wan, Mr Hawazi Daipi, Ms Ellen Lee Geck Hoon, Mr Vikram Nair and Mr Ong Teng Koon.

The highly interactive and exciting Sembawang GRC SG50 Discovery Race required teams of five youth members from different ethnic backgrounds (14 to 35 years old) to complete all game stations to win the race. Participants learned Singapore’s history by playing the games at the ten game stations located at iconic locations in Sembawang GRC, such as Beaulieu House and Rotherham Gate.

A SG50 Snake and Ladder game kit was also launched during the event. The game incorporated 50 significant events that happened during the past 50 years, such as the two major floods (1978) hijacking of SQ117 (1991), complete withdrawal of British Troops (1976).

DISCOVERYSG50

RACEFlagging off of SG50Discovery Race

Warming up for the race

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KAMPUNG SPIRITLIVES ON

Day in day out, we may have exchanged customary greetings with them in the doorway, along the corridors or in the lifts. But how well do we really know them? Yes, I am talking about your neighbours who, other than your immediate family members, would most likely be the people you turn to for help in times of emergency and need.

MDM CHONG WENG YOKEMdm Chong Weng Yoke, 70, epitomises the healthy lifestyle of the silver generation. From 7 to 8.30 am, Monday to Saturday, she has been teaching for free Taiji, and health-preserving Qigong for more than twenty years. Incidentally, two students under her were struck with cancer. Mdm Chong advised them to come for her classes only after their chemotherapy treatments had been completed. Their health improved significantly after their Qigong practices.

Besides giving free classes, Mdm Chong is also very active in RC activities and voluntary work. She helps to organise activities and outings for the RC, such as visits to Gardens by the Bay. She encourages new citizens or residents to join activities organised by Woodgrove Community Centre. This helps them to assimilate seamlessly into our neighbourhood through interaction among one another.

At times, Mdm Chong reveals her altruistic nature through her involvement in charity work. She has helped raise funds for the Children Cancer Society. If time permits, she accompanies senior residents to the banks or hospitals. As they have difficulty in communicating with the staff, Mdm Chong

can help to translate. At times she bought pencils and notebooks for children from single parent families.

When asked why she was doing all these, Mdm Chong replied, “I want to create a big family, where everyone can come here with a joyful heart, and return home with ajoyful heart.”

MR MICHAEL KELLYResidents staying around Marsiling are very familiar with Mr Michael Kelly. A neighbour wrote about Mr Michael Kelly, “Mr Kelly is well known to the community for his graciousness and kindness… A confidante and role model to children and senior citizens in the neighbourhood, he would frequently pay visits to his neighbours to enquire about their well-being. If they require any assistance… he would contact the relevant authorities to find a solution. Mr Kelly is indeed a shining example of what a good neighbor should be.”

He may look formidable but as soon as he starts talking to you, you will understand why he is so well-loved among his neighbours –

The Good Neighbour

Award (GNA) searches for

residents who have made

a difference in the lives

of their neighbours and

enlivened their community

with their generous acts of

neighbourliness. We feature

three Sembawang GNA

recipients who have touched

lives in their unassuming ways.

MDM CHONG WENG YOKE

“I want tocreate a big

family, where everyone can come

here with a joyful heart, and return home with

a joyful heart.”

MR MICHAEL KELLY

Writeup by Rachel Neoh Photos by Denise Nicolette Ding Liwen

Students from Republic Polytechnic, Diploma in Mass Communication

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both young and old. Mr Kelly describes himself as someone who loves children, chatting with other people, listening to their stories, and telling stories. Perhaps that’s why he conducts storytelling and reading classes for young children every Tuesday evening at the Residents’ Committee (RC) in Marsiling. He also has a passion for reading, a habit he has cultivated since young. Through these classes, he hopes to inculcate in the young minds a love for reading as well as help them build their confidence in speaking English.

Exercising has been ingrained in Mr Kelly’s lifestyle. Up till today, at 50 years old, he still runs every day. He believes firmly that everyone should do some forms of exercise, even if it is just walking. He reminds the elderly time and time again that “medication isn’t enough to clear your cholesterol” and thus organises a brisk-walking session on Fridays.

Usually, it’s the elderly who would join him as “they need someone to look after them.” He takes it upon himself to ask after them. Sometimes, he even takes them for coffee to hear them out or just chats with them, anything to make them feel a little less lonely. “My dad died when I was at a young age. I remember how much my mum suffers. Right now, when I see all these people I always remember about my mum. And I always think if no one is going to give a hand to these people, they are going to be alone always. So, I try to help them. I will write down whatever requirements they need and send to CC. I will send to the RC manager and Community Development Council (CDC) and seek help for them.”

One can learn much from having a conversation with Mr Kelly. He likes to share nuggets of wisdom with others. For instance,

MDM AMINAH BINTE ABBAS Mdm Aminah Binte Abbas, 70 was genuinely surprised that she was selected for an interview. Formerly an English teacher at a primary school, she shared a maxim which her late husband lived by. Being an active grassroots member, he told her it is important to come down to the level of your neighbours in order to connect with them.

Since then, she has been applying this tenet in her everyday life. Her neighbour, Mr Hew Loy, 64, once helped her to repair some plumbing work at her house. To return his good deeds, she bakes cookies for him every Chinese New Year.

When she knew that the family doctor liked to eat kuih lapis and butter cakes, she would bake them and give it to him as a present. She even bakes cookies for the cashiers at Giant Supermarket opposite her house. During Hari Raya, she shares her home-cooked delicacies such as rendang, sambal goreng, and ketupat with the neighbours. She confessed that she felt a profound sense of satisfaction whenever she shared with others, be it food or recipes.

Her neighbour Nori described her maternal instincts: “Last year, I was out running errands and I could not come home on time. I called her for help to wait for my son at the void deck, who was coming back from school at 3.45 pm. My boy stayed at her house till I came home.”

“I hope that today, the youngers will (learn to)

mix with different races so that our country will always be united as a multiracial country.”

when he urged residents to display the Singapore flag, he was mindful to educate them on the polarity that politics tends to create,” I am not here to tell you about politics. I’m here to tell you let’s celebrate Singapore’s birthday together. Put your problems with politics aside. Without you, I won’t be around. Without me, you won’t be here. We people all join together, that’s why we have Singapore. You remember that. Because we worked for it, for the country to be in this place right now…”

His patriotism extends to the future generation of Singapore. He said, “I hope that today, the youngers will (learn to) mix with different races so that our country will always be united as a multiracial country.”

MDM AMINAH BINTE ABBAS

“LAST YEAR, I WAS OUT RUNNING ERRANDS AND I COULD NOT COME HOME ON TIME. I CALLED HER

FOR HELP TO WAIT FOR MY SON AT THE VOID DECK, WHO WAS COMING BACK

FROM SCHOOL AT 3.45 PM. MY BOY STAYED AT HER

HOUSE TILL I CAME HOME.” Know any good neighbours in your neighbourhood? Tell us - we might just feature them in our next issue. Email to newsletter@sbtc.org.sg. Win a token of appreciation if your entry is picked.

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“SAYANGSEMBAWANG”

Even as we reflect and express our love and gratitude for Singapore, it is also important to love the community around us.

Sembawang is a special place, with abundant greenery, open spaces, a rich history and a strong kampung spirit. Many residents know one another and have extended family members living nearby. We have so many interesting stories within our community, waiting to be told. That is why “Sayang Sembawang” was launched.

“Sayang Sembawang” is a SG50 initiative for Sembawang residents that celebrates the Kampung Sembawang spirit and community. A series of posters and videos have been released throughout the past one month. These posters and videos feature people who live, work or play in Sembawang and call Sembawang their home. Over these four pages, you will see the posters of the 10 people, as well as, some of their stories and quotes. They are also featured in a series of “Sayang Sembawang” videos. Watch these videos on Kampung Sembawang Facebook page.

You too, can express how you “Sayang Sembawang”. Share with us your stories, your fond memories of Sembawang on Facebook or Instagram, with #sayangsembawang.

Love Singapore, “Sayang Sembawang”! - ADELE GOH, DANCE ARTIST

We have come a long way since 1965. Sembawang, like the rest of Singapore, has been transformed since then. In line with founding PM Lee Kuan Yew’s bold vision, declared at the Sri Narayana Mission in Yishun 50 years ago, Singapore has grown “from a mudflat to a metropolis”. This is why SG50 is such a special year for us.

“NATURE OFFERS BOTH BEAUTY AND A PLACE FOR

CONTEMPLATION. IT IS LIVING, BREATHING AND MOVING, LIKE A DANCER. I WANT TO EXPRESS THIS BEAUTY THROUGH DANCE.”

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在我们反思和对新加坡表达爱和感激的同时，我们也应把这份爱带给我们社区周边的人。

三巴旺是一个与众不同的地方。这里有茂盛的花草树木、辽阔的天空、丰富的人文历史和浓厚的甘榜精神。许多居民都认识彼此，亲戚也都住在附近。有了这些，我们的三巴旺才会有这么多有趣感人的故事等着大家去发掘。《珍惜三巴旺》（Sayang Sembawang）计划因此油然而生。

《珍惜三巴旺》计划的推出，是让大家在欢庆新加坡50岁生日的同时，也一起庆祝三巴旺的甘榜精神。在过去的一个月里，我们推出了一系列和三巴旺有关的海报和视频。这些海报和视频里记载的都是三巴旺居民的回忆。里头有在这里居住、工作和玩乐的画面，也有让大家把三巴旺称之为家的片段。在这四页中，你将会看到、听到10位居民的故事和话语。他们的故事也会通过视频出现在甘榜三巴旺面簿 (Kampung Sembawang Facebook) 上。现在就上网观看吧！

你也可以透过面簿或Instagram，标上 #sayangsembawang，和我们一起分享你的故事，你对三巴旺的记忆和你对三巴旺的爱。

爱新加坡，爱三巴旺！

- SHENG YU, BASKETBALL PLAYER

自1965年到现在，三巴旺和新加坡一起经历了历史的考验、一起成长、也一起享受社会繁荣带来的果实。正如50年前，建国总理李光耀先生在义顺纳拉亚纳福利机构（Sri Narayana Mission）所立下的愿景一样，新加坡已从“一滩沼泽地蜕变成一个繁华大都市”。因为这样，新加坡50周年对我们来说才会这样别具意义。

“MY LIFE WOULD NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT BLK 178.

IT WAS AT A BASKETBALL COURT THERE THAT I MET MY FIRST COACH. HE WAS AN ELDERLY UNCLE WHO

TAUGHT ME NOT JUST BASKETBALL SKILLS, BUT LIFE SKILLS. HAD IT NOT BEEN FOR HIM, MY LIFE

WOULD TURN OUT VERY DIFFERENTLY TODAY. IF I

EVER GET TO MEET UNCLE AGAIN, I WANT TO GIVE HIM A BIG THANK YOU FROM THE

BOTTOM OF MY HEART.”

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Sejak tahun 1965, kita telah membuat banyak kemajuan, dan seperti kawasan lain di Singapura, Sembawang telah melalui suatu transformasi. Seiring dengan visi berani PM pengasas Lee Kuan Yew, yang telah beliau isytiharkan di Misi Sri Narayana di Yishun 50 tahun yang lalu, Singapura telah berkembang “daripada sebuah kawasan yang berlumpur kepada sebuah metropolis”. Maka inilah SG50 sebagai tahun yang sangat istimewabuat kita.

- MOHD AMIN BIN AB. LATIP,CHAIRMAN OF MASJID PETEMPATAN

SEMBAWANG

“IN THE PAST, THERE WERE KAMPUNGS ALL AROUND, AND

THIS MOSQUE WAS THE CENTRE OF EVERYTHING. SOME THINGS

HAVE CHANGED AND SOME THINGS HAVEN’T. EVEN TODAY, PEOPLE

WHO USED TO STAY AROUND HERE STILL COME BACK TO THIS MOSQUE.

THIS IS OUR GATHERING PLACE, THERE’S SO MUCH SENTIMENTAL

VALUE. THIS PLACE WAS BUILT BY THE KAMPUNG PEOPLE, WITH OUR

OWN HANDS.”

Sambil kita merenung dan meluahkan rasa sayang dan syukur kita kepada Singapura, penting agar kita juga menyanyangi masyarakat di sekeliling kita.

Sembawang adalah sebuah tempat yang sungguh istimewa, dengan banyaknya kehijauan, kawasan lapang, kaya dengan sejarah dan semangat kampung yang utuh.

Ramai penduduknya saling mengenali dan mempunyai ahli keluarga berangkai yang tinggal berdekatan. Banyak kisah-kisah menarik di dalam masyarakat kita, yang menanti untuk diceritakan. Itulah sebabnya “Sayang Sembawang” dilancarkan.

“Sayang Sembawang” adalah satu inisiatif SG50 untuk meraikan semangat dan masyarakat Kampung Sembawang. Satu siri poster dan video telah dikeluarkan sepanjang sebulan yang lalu. Poster-poster dan video-video ini menampilkan penduduk yang tinggal, bekerja atau bermain di Sembawang dan menggelar Sembawang sebagai tempat kediaman mereka. Di empat halaman ini, anda akan melihat poster 10 orang penduduk, serta sedikit cerita dan petikan kata daripada mereka. Mereka juga ditampilkan di dalam satu siri video “Sayang Sembawang”. Tonton video-video ini di halaman Facebook Kampung Sembawang.

Anda juga boleh meluahkan bagaimana anda Sayang Sembawang. Kongsikan bersama kami kisah anda dan kenangan manis anda tentang Sembawang di Facebook atau Instagram, dengan #sayangsembawang.

Cintai Singapura, “Sayang Sembawang”!

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THEIR HEART AND LIVE A HAPPY LIFE.”

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H E A R T T A L K16

CALENDAR OF EVENTS13 Sep 2015

13 Sep 2015

10 Oct 2015

21 Nov 2015

26 Sep 2015

19 Sep 2015

26 Sep 2015

11 Oct 2015

20 Sep 2015

27 Sep 2015

31 Sep 2015

19 Sep 2015

14 Nov 2015

12 Sep 2015

20 Sep 2015

SG50 Appreciation Dinner for Pioneer Generation

Senior Citizens’ Rhapsody Day 2015

Admiralty EP Day

Deepavali Celebration

Marsiling Lantern Festival Celebration

Hi Tea Time with Grassroots Adviser Ms Ellen Lee

Mid-Autumn Festival @ Sembawang Park

Fire-Awareness @ Zone 1

Woodlands Lantern Festival Celebrations

Mid-Autumn Festival @ Woodlands N7

Halloween @ Sembawang

Admiralty Mid-Autumn Festival

Woodgrove Deepa Sahana 2015

Kids Dhamaka 2015

Sembawang CC Youth Club 21st BGM

7.30 PM to 10 PM

7.30 PM to 10 PM

11 AM to 2.30 PM

6.30 PM to 10 PM

5 PM to 8 PM

6 PM to 10 PM

7 PM to 9.30 PM

6.30 PM to 10 PM

7 PM to 9.30 PM

7 PM

2 PM

4 PM to 5.30 PM

2.30 PM

9 AM to 12 PM

7 PM

Admiralty Sports Park

Marsiling CC

Please contact Woodgrove CC for more info

Woodlands Galaxy CC

Open field beside Woodlands Polyclinic

Blk 612 Linkhall

Open Field beside North Woodlands Way

Sembawang Park

Blk 22 Amphitheatre

Vista Point

ACE The Place CC MPH

Vista Park

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Mr Hawazi Daipi served as a Chairman of Sembawang GRC Town Council for 12 years

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