Punggol East By-Election Later News Update

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13-05-05: One Day Family Trip

Around 300 Punggol East residents participated in the One Day Family Tour, which took place on Sunday, 5 May 2013. The tour – a first of many of such tours to come for residents - was organised and led by volunteers from the Punggol East Constituency Committee.

The journey started off with a visit to the Kranji Countryside. Residents had the chance to see how crops such as wheatgrass, cactus and aloe vera are grown by high-technology farms in Singapore during the tour of Kin Yan Agrotech. During the visit to the Qian Hu fish farm, residents were also treated to ‘fish spa’ and ‘longkang fishing’ at discounted prices. Following the tour of the Kranji Countryside, residents proceeded by bus to Marina Barrage for lunch. The scenic Marina Barrage provided a photo moment for many of them and a group shot of all residents participating in the tour was taken.

After lunch, residents enjoyed a stroll around the themed gardens of the Gardens by the Bay and learnt how plants are linked to Singapore’s culture. Before heading home, we made a short trip to Kampong Glam, where we had the opportunity to understand and appreciate Malay culture through visits to the Malay Heritage Centre and the Sultan Mosque. Throughout the journey, residents found opportunities to interact with MP Lee Li Lian.

Despite the stormy weather throughout the day, residents remained upbeat and enjoyed the tour. Mr Guay, a 58 year old resident said that the Kranji Countryside was a pleasant experience for him. He said, “The visit to Kin Yan Agrotech was enjoyable as we got to see first-hand how Singapore farms grow such crops. But of course, I also enjoyed purchasing products from the farm!” Another resident, Mr Low added, “Unfortunately we do not get to visit the Kranji Countryside and other attractions due to the distance (from where I stay). Today was thus a good moment to catch up with old memories.”

Ticket sales for the Family Tour began on 8 April 2013. Due to overwhelming response, all tickets to the Tour were sold out on 15 April 2013. However, according to Legislative Assistant to Li Lian, Ms Ng Swee Bee, residents do not have to be disappointed for too long. She said: “The Constituency Committee will be working hard to organise more of such trips and we hope that all residents who missed out on our Family Tour will keep a look out for our one day tour to Muar, Malaysia.”

Report by: Cho Jing Qin
Photos credit: Nicholas Lee

 

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13-05-05: One Day Family Trip

Around 300 Punggol East residents participated in the One Day Family Tour, which took place on Sunday, 5 May 2013. The tour – a first of many of such tours to come for residents - was organised and led by volunteers from the Punggol East Constituency Committee.

The journey started off with a visit to the Kranji Countryside. Residents had the chance to see how crops such as wheatgrass, cactus and aloe vera are grown by high-technology farms in Singapore during the tour of Kin Yan Agrotech. During the visit to the Qian Hu fish farm, residents were also treated to ‘fish spa’ and ‘longkang fishing’ at discounted prices. Following the tour of the Kranji Countryside, residents proceeded by bus to Marina Barrage for lunch. The scenic Marina Barrage provided a photo moment for many of them and a group shot of all residents participating in the tour was taken.

After lunch, residents enjoyed a stroll around the themed gardens of the Gardens by the Bay and learnt how plants are linked to Singapore’s culture. Before heading home, we made a short trip to Kampong Glam, where we had the opportunity to understand and appreciate Malay culture through visits to the Malay Heritage Centre and the Sultan Mosque. Throughout the journey, residents found opportunities to interact with MP Lee Li Lian.

Despite the stormy weather throughout the day, residents remained upbeat and enjoyed the tour. Mr Guay, a 58 year old resident said that the Kranji Countryside was a pleasant experience for him. He said, “The visit to Kin Yan Agrotech was enjoyable as we got to see first-hand how Singapore farms grow such crops. But of course, I also enjoyed purchasing products from the farm!” Another resident, Mr Low added, “Unfortunately we do not get to visit the Kranji Countryside and other attractions due to the distance (from where I stay). Today was thus a good moment to catch up with old memories.”

Ticket sales for the Family Tour began on 8 April 2013. Due to overwhelming response, all tickets to the Tour were sold out on 15 April 2013. However, according to Legislative Assistant to Li Lian, Ms Ng Swee Bee, residents do not have to be disappointed for too long. She said: “The Constituency Committee will be working hard to organise more of such trips and we hope that all residents who missed out on our Family Tour will keep a look out for our one day tour to Muar, Malaysia.”

Report by: Cho Jing Qin
Photos credit: Nicholas Lee

 

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13-05-05: One Day Family Trip

Around 300 Punggol East residents participated in the One Day Family Tour, which took place on Sunday, 5 May 2013. The tour – a first of many of such tours to come for residents - was organised and led by volunteers from the Punggol East Constituency Committee.

The journey started off with a visit to the Kranji Countryside. Residents had the chance to see how crops such as wheatgrass, cactus and aloe vera are grown by high-technology farms in Singapore during the tour of Kin Yan Agrotech. During the visit to the Qian Hu fish farm, residents were also treated to ‘fish spa’ and ‘longkang fishing’ at discounted prices. Following the tour of the Kranji Countryside, residents proceeded by bus to Marina Barrage for lunch. The scenic Marina Barrage provided a photo moment for many of them and a group shot of all residents participating in the tour was taken.

After lunch, residents enjoyed a stroll around the themed gardens of the Gardens by the Bay and learnt how plants are linked to Singapore’s culture. Before heading home, we made a short trip to Kampong Glam, where we had the opportunity to understand and appreciate Malay culture through visits to the Malay Heritage Centre and the Sultan Mosque. Throughout the journey, residents found opportunities to interact with MP Lee Li Lian.

Despite the stormy weather throughout the day, residents remained upbeat and enjoyed the tour. Mr Guay, a 58 year old resident said that the Kranji Countryside was a pleasant experience for him. He said, “The visit to Kin Yan Agrotech was enjoyable as we got to see first-hand how Singapore farms grow such crops. But of course, I also enjoyed purchasing products from the farm!” Another resident, Mr Low added, “Unfortunately we do not get to visit the Kranji Countryside and other attractions due to the distance (from where I stay). Today was thus a good moment to catch up with old memories.”

Ticket sales for the Family Tour began on 8 April 2013. Due to overwhelming response, all tickets to the Tour were sold out on 15 April 2013. However, according to Legislative Assistant to Li Lian, Ms Ng Swee Bee, residents do not have to be disappointed for too long. She said: “The Constituency Committee will be working hard to organise more of such trips and we hope that all residents who missed out on our Family Tour will keep a look out for our one day tour to Muar, Malaysia.”

Report by: Cho Jing Qin
Photos credit: Nicholas Lee

 

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13-05-05: One Day Family Trip

Around 300 Punggol East residents participated in the One Day Family Tour, which took place on Sunday, 5 May 2013. The tour – a first of many of such tours to come for residents - was organised and led by volunteers from the Punggol East Constituency Committee.

The journey started off with a visit to the Kranji Countryside. Residents had the chance to see how crops such as wheatgrass, cactus and aloe vera are grown by high-technology farms in Singapore during the tour of Kin Yan Agrotech. During the visit to the Qian Hu fish farm, residents were also treated to ‘fish spa’ and ‘longkang fishing’ at discounted prices. Following the tour of the Kranji Countryside, residents proceeded by bus to Marina Barrage for lunch. The scenic Marina Barrage provided a photo moment for many of them and a group shot of all residents participating in the tour was taken.

After lunch, residents enjoyed a stroll around the themed gardens of the Gardens by the Bay and learnt how plants are linked to Singapore’s culture. Before heading home, we made a short trip to Kampong Glam, where we had the opportunity to understand and appreciate Malay culture through visits to the Malay Heritage Centre and the Sultan Mosque. Throughout the journey, residents found opportunities to interact with MP Lee Li Lian.

Despite the stormy weather throughout the day, residents remained upbeat and enjoyed the tour. Mr Guay, a 58 year old resident said that the Kranji Countryside was a pleasant experience for him. He said, “The visit to Kin Yan Agrotech was enjoyable as we got to see first-hand how Singapore farms grow such crops. But of course, I also enjoyed purchasing products from the farm!” Another resident, Mr Low added, “Unfortunately we do not get to visit the Kranji Countryside and other attractions due to the distance (from where I stay). Today was thus a good moment to catch up with old memories.”

Ticket sales for the Family Tour began on 8 April 2013. Due to overwhelming response, all tickets to the Tour were sold out on 15 April 2013. However, according to Legislative Assistant to Li Lian, Ms Ng Swee Bee, residents do not have to be disappointed for too long. She said: “The Constituency Committee will be working hard to organise more of such trips and we hope that all residents who missed out on our Family Tour will keep a look out for our one day tour to Muar, Malaysia.”

Report by: Cho Jing Qin
Photos credit: Nicholas Lee

 

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13-05-05: One Day Family Trip

Around 300 Punggol East residents participated in the One Day Family Tour, which took place on Sunday, 5 May 2013. The tour – a first of many of such tours to come for residents - was organised and led by volunteers from the Punggol East Constituency Committee.

The journey started off with a visit to the Kranji Countryside. Residents had the chance to see how crops such as wheatgrass, cactus and aloe vera are grown by high-technology farms in Singapore during the tour of Kin Yan Agrotech. During the visit to the Qian Hu fish farm, residents were also treated to ‘fish spa’ and ‘longkang fishing’ at discounted prices. Following the tour of the Kranji Countryside, residents proceeded by bus to Marina Barrage for lunch. The scenic Marina Barrage provided a photo moment for many of them and a group shot of all residents participating in the tour was taken.

After lunch, residents enjoyed a stroll around the themed gardens of the Gardens by the Bay and learnt how plants are linked to Singapore’s culture. Before heading home, we made a short trip to Kampong Glam, where we had the opportunity to understand and appreciate Malay culture through visits to the Malay Heritage Centre and the Sultan Mosque. Throughout the journey, residents found opportunities to interact with MP Lee Li Lian.

Despite the stormy weather throughout the day, residents remained upbeat and enjoyed the tour. Mr Guay, a 58 year old resident said that the Kranji Countryside was a pleasant experience for him. He said, “The visit to Kin Yan Agrotech was enjoyable as we got to see first-hand how Singapore farms grow such crops. But of course, I also enjoyed purchasing products from the farm!” Another resident, Mr Low added, “Unfortunately we do not get to visit the Kranji Countryside and other attractions due to the distance (from where I stay). Today was thus a good moment to catch up with old memories.”

Ticket sales for the Family Tour began on 8 April 2013. Due to overwhelming response, all tickets to the Tour were sold out on 15 April 2013. However, according to Legislative Assistant to Li Lian, Ms Ng Swee Bee, residents do not have to be disappointed for too long. She said: “The Constituency Committee will be working hard to organise more of such trips and we hope that all residents who missed out on our Family Tour will keep a look out for our one day tour to Muar, Malaysia.”

Report by: Cho Jing Qin
Photos credit: Nicholas Lee

 

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13-05-05: One Day Family Trip

Around 300 Punggol East residents participated in the One Day Family Tour, which took place on Sunday, 5 May 2013. The tour – a first of many of such tours to come for residents - was organised and led by volunteers from the Punggol East Constituency Committee.

The journey started off with a visit to the Kranji Countryside. Residents had the chance to see how crops such as wheatgrass, cactus and aloe vera are grown by high-technology farms in Singapore during the tour of Kin Yan Agrotech. During the visit to the Qian Hu fish farm, residents were also treated to ‘fish spa’ and ‘longkang fishing’ at discounted prices. Following the tour of the Kranji Countryside, residents proceeded by bus to Marina Barrage for lunch. The scenic Marina Barrage provided a photo moment for many of them and a group shot of all residents participating in the tour was taken.

After lunch, residents enjoyed a stroll around the themed gardens of the Gardens by the Bay and learnt how plants are linked to Singapore’s culture. Before heading home, we made a short trip to Kampong Glam, where we had the opportunity to understand and appreciate Malay culture through visits to the Malay Heritage Centre and the Sultan Mosque. Throughout the journey, residents found opportunities to interact with MP Lee Li Lian.

Despite the stormy weather throughout the day, residents remained upbeat and enjoyed the tour. Mr Guay, a 58 year old resident said that the Kranji Countryside was a pleasant experience for him. He said, “The visit to Kin Yan Agrotech was enjoyable as we got to see first-hand how Singapore farms grow such crops. But of course, I also enjoyed purchasing products from the farm!” Another resident, Mr Low added, “Unfortunately we do not get to visit the Kranji Countryside and other attractions due to the distance (from where I stay). Today was thus a good moment to catch up with old memories.”

Ticket sales for the Family Tour began on 8 April 2013. Due to overwhelming response, all tickets to the Tour were sold out on 15 April 2013. However, according to Legislative Assistant to Li Lian, Ms Ng Swee Bee, residents do not have to be disappointed for too long. She said: “The Constituency Committee will be working hard to organise more of such trips and we hope that all residents who missed out on our Family Tour will keep a look out for our one day tour to Muar, Malaysia.”

Report by: Cho Jing Qin
Photos credit: Nicholas Lee

 

[sengkang]

13-05-05: One Day Family Trip

Around 300 Punggol East residents participated in the One Day Family Tour, which took place on Sunday, 5 May 2013. The tour – a first of many of such tours to come for residents - was organised and led by volunteers from the Punggol East Constituency Committee.

The journey started off with a visit to the Kranji Countryside. Residents had the chance to see how crops such as wheatgrass, cactus and aloe vera are grown by high-technology farms in Singapore during the tour of Kin Yan Agrotech. During the visit to the Qian Hu fish farm, residents were also treated to ‘fish spa’ and ‘longkang fishing’ at discounted prices. Following the tour of the Kranji Countryside, residents proceeded by bus to Marina Barrage for lunch. The scenic Marina Barrage provided a photo moment for many of them and a group shot of all residents participating in the tour was taken.

After lunch, residents enjoyed a stroll around the themed gardens of the Gardens by the Bay and learnt how plants are linked to Singapore’s culture. Before heading home, we made a short trip to Kampong Glam, where we had the opportunity to understand and appreciate Malay culture through visits to the Malay Heritage Centre and the Sultan Mosque. Throughout the journey, residents found opportunities to interact with MP Lee Li Lian.

Despite the stormy weather throughout the day, residents remained upbeat and enjoyed the tour. Mr Guay, a 58 year old resident said that the Kranji Countryside was a pleasant experience for him. He said, “The visit to Kin Yan Agrotech was enjoyable as we got to see first-hand how Singapore farms grow such crops. But of course, I also enjoyed purchasing products from the farm!” Another resident, Mr Low added, “Unfortunately we do not get to visit the Kranji Countryside and other attractions due to the distance (from where I stay). Today was thus a good moment to catch up with old memories.”

Ticket sales for the Family Tour began on 8 April 2013. Due to overwhelming response, all tickets to the Tour were sold out on 15 April 2013. However, according to Legislative Assistant to Li Lian, Ms Ng Swee Bee, residents do not have to be disappointed for too long. She said: “The Constituency Committee will be working hard to organise more of such trips and we hope that all residents who missed out on our Family Tour will keep a look out for our one day tour to Muar, Malaysia.”

Report by: Cho Jing Qin
Photos credit: Nicholas Lee

 

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Join us on 23 June 2013 for a One Day Muar Eco-farm Tour!

Ticket Price: $60 adult, $55 child.
(Halal Meal upon request)

Tickets on sale every Monday evening from 8.00pm to 9.30pm at Blk 135 Rivervale Street.

Please bring along your passport for registration. Passport must have at least 6 months' validity.

While tickets last.

 

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According to the Minister, Tampines TC’s MA rate for 2012 is $4.99 per property unit. We understand that there was a change in MA from 2011 to 2012, meaning that it was the first year in Tampines for the incumbent MA, CPG. Coincidentally, CPG was incumbent in Aljunied TC until 2011, and its unit rate tendered in FY 2010 for Aljunied had been $6.51 (according to the government’s tables). We do not wish to speculate why a MA would tender in 2012 at a lower rate for MA services than in 2010, given the rising costs. However, we note that as early as at 2007, another MA, EM Services, had tendered at $5.75 per residential unit for Pasir Ris-Punggol Town.






Media Release – 14 May 2013 | AHPETC
[url]www.ahpetc.sg
We refer to the comparisons of Managing Agent (MA) rates cited by Minister Khaw Boon Wan in Parliament on 13 May 2013 during the debate on


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Was invited to attend the graduation ceremony of the Design & Environment school at Ngee Ann Polytechnic this morning.

As an alumnus of NP who graduated in 1999, revisiting the school brought back a lot of memories. The school compound has changed vastly in terms of infrastructure and environment to accommodate to the needs of curriculum and activities, which has multiplied and evolved over the years.

 

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who was invited to Ngee Ann Polytechnic?

It cannot be 'sengkang", the name of a place?

 

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A visit and meeting with the committee of Arulmigu Velmurugan Gnanamuneeswarar Temple at Rivervale Crescent.

 

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[h=5]Lee Li Lian （李丽连）[/h]Visited the Arulmigu Velmurugan Gnanamuneeswarar Temple on Friday evening. This temple which used to be in Jalan Kayu relocated themselves to Punggol East (Rivervale Crescent) 7 years ago.

Had the opportunity to meet up with the committee which is made up of passionate individuals. They have been serving the temple for umpteen years. The Chairman, who is 76 years old is still looking strong and good

 

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Want to do your part for your town? It's time to unleash your creativity.
http://www.ahpetc.sg/2014-calendar-art-competition/

 

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[h=5]Lee Li Lian （李丽连）[/h]Was doing my random inspection of the estate and came across this superb view of the estate.

With the cooperation from residents and assistance from TC, our estate can be made a better place to live in.

 

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[h=5]Punggol East SMC[/h]We would like to thank all residents for the overwhelming support for our 'One day Muar Eco-Farm Tour'. All tickets are sold out.

We look forward to meeting those who have bought tickets for the trip on 23rd June 2013.

 

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Punggol East SMC
For the cleaning exercise at the Block 511 Bedok North market next month, discussions between our town council and the NEA are in progress to ensure a smooth exercise, including the scaffolding arrangements.

We stress that at no point in time did any of our authorised personnel advise hawkers or anyone that there would be additional charges imposed by the town council on the hawkers for the cleaning.

[/h] Food centre cleaning: Town council replies
[url]www.straitstimes.comWITH regard to the cleaning exercise at the Block 538 Bedok North market in March, it was the National Environment Agency (NEA), the coordinating agency, that informed us in February that the hawker association would be making the necessary arrangements for the scaffolding to clean the high areas ("...

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[h=5]Punggol East SMC[/h]
"We are pleased that the NEA Advisory has finally clarified the following regarding hawker centres :-

1. Spring cleaning is expected to be carried out on a quarterly basis; and
2. The ceilings, beams and exhaust ducts are to be cleaned at least once a year.

It is clear from the Advisory that Town Councils do NOT need to clean the ceilings, beams and exhaust ducts at each spring cleaning exercise, but annually. It is also clear from the Straits Times’ article dated 1 June 2013 that the Town Council had carried out cleaning of the ceilings, beams and exhaust ducts last year. We reiterate that no authorized TC staff told any hawker or anyone of any additional charges to be imposed for the cleaning.

We hope this clarifies to the public that AHPE TC has duly carried out its responsibilities as required."





Media Release - 1 June 2013 | AHPETC
[url]www.ahpetc.sg
We refer to NEA’s “Advisory on Maintenance of Hawker Centres” dated 31 May 2013 which was sent to the email address of our Managing Agent at 8.05 pm on the same day, and promptly reported in the Straits Times and Zaobao on 1 June 2013.


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Punggol East SMC

[h=5]"Aljunied-Hougang-Punggol East Town Council (AHPETC) notes with concern the inaccuracies contained in the releases from National Environment Agency (NEA) over the last few days relating to the cleaning of two hawker centres within the jurisdiction of AHPETC.

To allay unnecessary anxiety caused to hawkers and the public due to the media reports, we enclose as Annex A, the tentative schedules for annual cleaning of the five hawker centres within our jurisdiction. At these annual cleanings, the Town Council will bear all cost related to cleaning the high areas, including all necessary scaffolding and canvas costs. This is in keeping with our obligation to clean the high areas annually, as confirmed by NEA’s Advisory of 31 May 2013.

We also wish to set out the facts as we know them relating to the cleaning of the two Bedok North markets under our charge and to refute the unfounded allegations against the Town Council." - AHPETC Vice-Chairman Pritam Singh[/h] Media Release - 3 June 2013 | AHPETC
[url]www.ahpetc.sgAljunied-Hougang-Punggol East Town Council (AHPETC) notes with concern the inaccuracies contained in the releases from National Environment Agency (NEA) over

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