Tampines Celebrates SG50 Art Competition, P3 Our Places, P4

OCTOBER 2014

MCI(P) 126/02/2014

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Tampines Celebrates SG50Art Competition, P3

Our Places, P4

Heartland Stories, P10

CONTENTSChairman’s Message

Community Outreach Tampines Celebrates SG50 Art Competition

Tampines In FocusA Thriving TampinesOur Places - Part 1

Announcement & updatesProject Updates

Announcement & updates Tampines Welcomes Peak Period Short ServicesCan You Name the Different Fruit TreesCommonly Found in Tampines?

Community EDUCATIONCleaners’ Appreciation Movie EventTampines Primary Students Get Their Hands Dirty to Learn Values

Congratulations & feedbackNational Day Awards 2014 RecipientsTown Council Mailbox

Upcoming EventsMeet-the-People SessionCommunity Events

Community EducationYoung Environmental Messengers CreateArtistic Bins for Community

HEARTLAND StoriesLet’s Look Out for One Another by Building StrongCommunity Partnerships

HAPPENINGS in Tampines!Tampines Enters Singapore Book of Records

HAPPENINGS in Tampines! Café Corners PSLE Success Seminar at Tampines Changkat Community Club

Chairman’s MessageDear Residents,

We celebrated Singapore’s 49th birthday and paid tribute to over 450,000 pioneers for their significant contributions in the early years of our nation-building. As part of the Pioneer Generation Package (PGP), elderly residents were presented with a personalised red-and-white card which will help with the costs of their healthcare needs.

Many exciting plans are also underway to celebrate the nation’s Golden Jubilee next year. In mid-July, we launched the Tampines Celebrates SG50 art competition and encouraged residents to express their feelings and emotions through art. More than 480 artworks were submitted.

I am deeply touched by the works of the artists and amazed by their artistic abilities and creativity. Some of the artworks depicted our unique multiracial society, harmonious living, past achievements, progress, pride and vision of the future. Thank you all for submitting your wonderful works of art. Winning entries will be featured in our 2015 desktop calendar, so keep a lookout for it.

In this issue, we reminisce the fond memories of Tampines, and witness its transformation from a village to a regional centre. We also promote the theme of “Caring Tampines” to reach out to the needy.

You can read about the heartwarming stories of a good neighbour and collaborative work between community partners and your Members of Parliament (MPs) to help residents. We also take the opportunity to highlight an existing key service of the Town Council — Temporary Estate Inspection Scheme (TEIS). This scheme employs eligible residents, who have difficulty paying service and conservancy charges, as temporary inspectors to identify faulty lights or water leaks so as to help them settle their arrears.

Let’s work hand-in-hand to build a stronger, healthier, happier and safer community. Stay active and healthy by participating in our grassroots-organised events.

As the major exams are round the corner, I wish all students good luck and all the best. Remember to stay positive, eat well, exercise and have adequate rest to stay alert.

SincerelyBaey Yam KengChairman

Para Penduduk yang Dihormati,

Kita telah meraikan ulang tahun Singapura yang ke-49 dan memberikan penghormatan kepada lebih daripada 450,000 penduduk generasi perintis di atas sumbangan besar mereka dalam tahun-tahun awal pembangunan negara. Sebagai sebahagian daripada Pakej Generasi Perintis (PGP), penduduk warga tua telah dihadiahkan dengan kad merah dan putih peribadi yang akan membantu meringankan kos keperluan penjagaan kesihatan mereka.

Banyak rancangan yang menarik juga sedang dijalankan bagi menyambut Jubli Emas negara pada tahun depan. Pada pertengahan bulan Julai, kami telah melancarkan pertandingan seni ‘Tampines Meraikan SG50’ dan menggalakkan para penduduk untuk meluahkan perasaan dan emosi mereka melalui seni. Lebih daripada 480 karya seni telah dihantarkan.

Saya amat terharu dengan karya-karya para artis dan kagum dengan kebolehan dan kreativiti seni mereka. Beberapa daripada hasil karya tersebut menggambarkan masyarakat berbilang kaum kita yang unik, kehidupan yang harmoni, pencapaian masa lalu, kemajuan, kebanggaan dan visi masa hadapan. Terima kasih kepada semua kerana telah menyerahkan kerja-kerja seni anda yang menarik. Sebahagian daripada penyertaan ini akan dipaparkan dalam kalendar meja 2015 kami, jadi nantikannya.

Dalam isu ini, kita mengimbas kembali kenangan lama dan manis mengeni Tampines, dan menyaksikan transformasinya daripada sebuah kampung kepada sebuah pusat serantau. Walau bagaimanapun kita tidak harus lupa pada mereka yang kurang bernasib baik dan yang memerlukan.

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亲爱的居民，

我们庆祝了新加坡49岁生日，同时也向我国45万名建国一代人士致敬。他们已为我国早期建设做出重大的贡献。相信建国一代年长居民已收到建国一代配套（PGP）里的红白卡。这红白卡将会帮助您抵消保健方面的开支。

在七月中旬，通过市镇会举办的《淡滨尼庆祝新加坡50周年艺术绘画比赛》，居民们表达自己对国家的感想，并收到超过480张参赛作品。陆续在2015年，我们也准备更多精彩活动与您欢庆我国迈向黄金50周年。

我被许多参赛者的艺术天分与创意力深深感动。有些作品融入了我国多元种族与和谐共处的社会常景，描绘过去艰辛建国发展过程，秀出目前辉煌的成就，并对未来的展望。感谢你们提交精彩的作品。得奖作品将刊登在2015的桌面日历，敬请留意。

你能从本刊所叙述的蓬勃淡滨尼回忆旅程中，阅览以往淡滨尼的风光，目睹目前特色建筑所记载着这村庄如何转变成一个不可忽视的区域中心。同时，大家也不忘帮助有需要社会与财务支援人士。

Email: [email protected] | Facebook: Baey Yam Keng | Twitter: @yamkeng | Instagram: @baeyyamkeng

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让我们一同携手建立一个更和谐、健强、快乐的安全社区。请参与我们基层组织所举办的活动来保持活跃的身心。

年终考试即将来临，我在此祝愿所有莘莘学子考取好成绩。记得，要时时刻刻保持积极心态、养成良好的饮食习惯，以及充足的睡眠，以保思维敏捷。

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Anda boleh membaca kisah-kisah yang menyentuh perasaan tentang seorang jiran yang baik dan kerjasama antara rakan kongsi masyarakat dan Anggota Parlimen (AP) anda untuk membantu para penduduk. Kami juga mengambil kesempatan ini untuk mengetengahkan satu perkhidmatan utama yang sedia ada oleh Majlis Bandaran - Skim Pemeriksaan Estet Sementara (TEIS). Skim ini menggajikan penduduk yang layak, yang mengalami kesukaran untuk membayar yuran perkhidmatan dan penyelenggaraan, sebagai pegawai pemeriksa sementara untuk mengenal pasti lampu-lampu yang rosak atau kebocoran air demi membantu mereka menjelaskan tunggakan mereka.

Mari kita bekerja berganding bahu untuk membina sebuah masyarakat yang lebih kukuh, lebih sihat, lebih bahagia dan lebih selamat. Kekal aktif dan sihat dengan mengambil bahagian dalam acara-acara yang dianjurkan oleh akar umbi kami.

Oleh kerana peperiksaan utama akan bermula tidak lama lagi, saya mengucapkan selamat maju jaya kepada semua pelajar. Jangan lupa untuk kekal positif, jaga pemakanan, lakukan senaman dan dapatkan rehat yang secukupnya untuk kekal cergas. Ibu bapa juga perlu ingat untuk meluangkan masa yang berkualiti dengan anak-anak anda dan mengetepikan masa untuk bermain.

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HAPPENINGS in Tampines! Our Celebrations at HomeDistribution of Vouchers to the NeedyRecycling for a Cause at Tampines North

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Community OUTREACH

Over 480 entries were received for the Tampines Celebrates SG50 Art Competition between July and September this year. Tampines residents and art enthusiasts from all over Singapore sent in their best works to depict the theme based on Tampines and SG50. The art competition is organised by the Tampines Town Council to celebrate the nation’s golden jubilee. Winning entries will be featured in the Tampines Town Council 2015 calendar to be distributed to all households in Tampines.

A panel of veteran judges from different art disciplines were invited to select the winning entries. Judging was conducted in end September. The judging panel included established art teachers and practitioners from major art institutions in Singapore namely, LASALLE College of the Arts, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Nanyang Technological University, School of the Arts (Singapore) and Singapore Watercolour Society.

The judges will be assessing the works based on aesthetics, intepretation and articulation of the theme, originality and creativity. The competition is organised in three categories with prizes sponsored by PAssionArts, Millennium Partners, ISOTeam Ltd, Nestle Singapore, Popular and Raffles Dental.

The winning entries will be announced in October. The public is invited to indicate their likes on the various submitted works which are displayed on the Town Council’s Facebook page and website at www.tampines.org.sg. An exhibition and other opportunities to showcase the creative and wonderful works are being planned.

• 12 Merit Prizes - Raffles Dental Package (worth $200, no minimum spending required)• 10 Consolation Prizes - $90 + Premium Milo Hamper• 2 Most Facebook Likes Prizes - 1 Pair of Universal Studios Singapore One Day Adult Passes

Overwhelming Response -- Thank You!

Primary School Secondary School Open

1st Prize - $300 + Premium Milo Hamper 1st Prize - $600 + Premium Milo Hamper 1st Prize - $1500 + Premium Milo Hamper2nd Prize - $200 + Premium Milo Hamper 2nd Prize - $400 + Premium Milo Hamper 2nd Prize - $1000 + Premium Milo Hamper3rd Prize - $100 + Premium Milo Hamper 3rd Prize - $200 + Premium Milo Hamper 3rd Prize - $500 + Premium Milo Hamper

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Tampines in Focus

A thriving tampinesOUR Places - Part 1

In preparation for our nation’s 50th birthday next year, we have started a three-part series, SG50 Celebrations in Tampines, to introduce the lesser-known facts about our neighbourhood. In our first instalment, we take a walk down memory lane to witness how Tampines has transformed itself to a regional centre in Singapore the last 35 years. Today, Tampines is a centre of residential and commercial activities with comprehensive and wide-ranging amenities from banks, medical facilities, educational institutions and leisure and sprawling malls. It is a one-stop shopping, dining, entertainment and business destination.

A Caring Community

Tampines West and East Community Clubs are examples of the public facilities in Tampines which have withstood the passage of time. Through various community activities such as screening of local television programmes in the past to World Cup matches in recent times, they are the perfect venues for residents to connect with one another.

Many Tampines residents have fond childhood memories of their neighbourhood. They recall having fun at the fruit-themed playgrounds at Tampines Central Park, and the animal-themed playground at Sun Plaza Park. These playgrounds are still in existence, and the younger generation continues to explore and experiences what their seniors had enjoyed in the past.

Animal Playground,Sun Plaza Park

Watermelon Playground, Tampines Central Park

Mangosteen Playground, Tampines Central Park

Beneath the vibrancy of the town, lies the quaint memory of Tampines’s rich heritage and history.

The town’s name, Tampines, was derived from the name of a rare tree, Tempinis. It is known for its hardiness and strength, and used for building the foundation of houses. Just like the Tempinis tree, Tampines radiates warmth to its residents. It grew rapidly from a kampong to one of the largest Housing and Development Board (HDB) residential area with an estimated 238,500 residents.

Several iconic landmarks in the community provide a sense of belonging and familiarity to our residents.

Finding the Missing Piece

Tampines West Community Club Tampines East Community Club


Tampines in FocusA Melting Pot of Cultures There are many places in Tampines

where people from different cultures meet. Examples include the clock tower at Tampines Central Park, which resembles the Big Ben in London, and the miniature “Supertrees”, similar to the ones at Gardens by the Bay, located at the Cultural Hub in Tampines West. Another is the tranquil butterfly garden at Tampines Changkat where residents spend many idyllic moments chatting with their neighbours.

Miniature “Supertrees”,Tampines West

Butterf ly Garden,Tampines Changkat

Clock Tower, Tampines Central Park

Moving Ahead into the Future

Do you have photos from the early 1970s to 1990s which tell a story of your Tampines? If you would like to see them featured in our second instalment in the next issue, email your photos in digital format (scanned copies are accepted) to [email protected] before 31 December 2014.

Relive our past as we commemorate Singapore’s 50th birthday in 2015!

Tampines Town is the first to be developed on a precinct concept in 1979 which aimed to promote neighbourliness. Tampines Town also won the World Habitat Award in 1992, which recognises Singapore’s outstanding contribution towards human settlement and development, and excellent housing standards.Do you know that Tampines Regional Library is the first library to have four prototype self-service check kiosks for the borrowing and returning of books? After the successful trial, these machines were installed in the other libraries in Singapore.

Sharing Our Common Past FUN FACTS

Tampines comes alive with a blend of old and new

infrastructure which continues to shape the town’s future,

bringing us closer to where our ideal home is. One development

is the integrated community lifestyle hub, Tampines Town Hub, which houses sporting

facilities, eating places, a library, recreational facilities and clinics

under one roof.


Announcement & Updates

PROJECTLIFT UPGRADING PROGRAMME (LUP)

HOME IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMME (HIP)

UPDATES

WORK ESTATE EXPECTED COMPLETION

Covered Linkway

Blks 827 & 829 4Q 2014

Blks 257, 268, 270, 390-391 3Q 2015

Blks 109-110, 230D&E,441-442, 708-711, 728, 742,

803-804,9102Q 2015

Repairs & Redecoration(Playgrounds)

Blks 159, 230B, 340A 4Q 2014

Blks 207 & 209 2Q 2015

Repairs & Redecoration(Fitness Corner)

Blks 105, 236, 874 1Q 2015

Blk 811 4Q 2014

Senior Citizens’ Corner

Blk 811 4Q 2014Blk 894 2Q 2015

Re-Roofing Blks 144, 147, 149, 150, 272-284, 286-289 4Q 2015

LIFT UPGRADING PROGRAMME (LUP)

DIVISION ESTATE

Tampines Central Blks 860 & 863

Tampines EastBlks 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 508, 509

Blks 371-374, 390-396

NEIGHBOURHOOD RENEWAL PROGRAMME (NRP)

Tampines West NRP Batch 1: Blks 902, 903, 906-916, 921, 922, 924-946

IMPROVEMENT WORKS

Covered Linkway

Between Blks 148-149

Between Blk 362 and pavilion

Between Blk 366 and pavilion

Between Blks 486B & 499 (multi-storey carpark)

Between Blk 419 and Tampines North CC

Between Blks 825-827A

Barrier Free Access (BFA) Ramp

Between Blks 497G & 497L (multi-storey carpark)

Drop-off PorchBetween Blk 888 and existing bus stop at Tampines St 81

Blk 456 & In front of Blk 429

Repairs & Redecoration Blks 101-114, 124-127, 137

Re-roofingBlks 201, 201A-E, 249-256, 258-266

Blks 504, 510, 513

DIVISION ESTATE EXPECTED COMPLETION

Tampines North Blks 408-417, 425-428 1Q 2015

Tampines East

Blks 201A-B, 201D-E, 202-209 1Q 2016

Blks 249-254, 255-256, 263-266 3Q 2015

Tampines Changkat Blks 280-286 Polling in October 2014

Tampines West Blks 811-820 Polling in October 2014

DIVISION ESTATE EXPECTED COMPLETION

Tampines North Blks 426-431, 476, 477, 479-484 4Q 2014

NEIGHBOURHOOD RENEWAL PROGRAMME (NRP)DIVISION ESTATE EXPECTED

COMPLETION

Tampines North NRP Batch 6: Blks 485A-450B 4Q 2016

Tampines EastNRP Batch 3: Blks 231-248, 501-506, 508-509, 512 1Q 2015

NRP Batch 5: Blks 201 ,201A-E, 211-214, 225-227 3Q 2016

Tampines CentralNRP Batch 3: Blks 830-841, 843, 845, 847, 849, 851, 853, 855, 858, 858A&B, 859, 859A, 860, 860A&B, 861 & 861A

1Q 2016NRP Batch 4: Blks 865-867, 867A, 868-871, 871A, 872-874, 874A, 880A, 881-886 & 886A

New Village Green with Village Boardwalk, Floating Pavilions & New 3G Terrace with Fitness

Pavilion - Blk 883 & 884

New Sensory Garden with Trellis Seating Area, Pebble Paths and Bird-singing Corner- Blk 885-885A

New Trellis Walk with Roof Shelter Connecting Bus Stop to Existing Linkway in front of Blk 882A MSCP

Green Plaza & Canopy near Blk 201D & 201E New Drop-off Porch between Blk 837 & 839 New Tropical Garden at Open Space betweenBlk 861 / 861A & Blk 859 / 859A

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IMPROVEMENT WORKS

COMPLETED PROJECTS


Announcement & UpdatesTAMPINES WELCOMES PEAK PERIOD SHORT SERVICES (PPSS)

Can You Name the Different Fruit Trees Commonly Found in Tampines?

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We hope this article provides residents with useful information on fruit trees in Tampines and an appreciation of their presence in our urban landscape. The rate and size of harvests depend largely on weather conditions. Write in to us at [email protected] if you have any interesting stories about your neighbourhood to share.

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Commuters at Tampines bus interchange were greeted by Grassroots AdvisersMr Mah Bow Tan and Mr Baey Yam Keng during the launch of Peak Period Short Services (PPSS) 291P and 293P on 24 June 2014. Residents can now look forward to shorter waiting times and more comfortable rides during peak hours with the launch of the two new PPSSs. Tampines residents felt that the additional buses would definitely help to improve their travel experience and that the improvements were timely. The 27-year-old bus interchange also underwent several key facelifts. Residents can now enjoy a cooler atmosphere, wider walkways and barrier free access within the interchange.

Since the launch of Bus Services Enhancement Programme (BSEP) in 3Q 2013, Tampines residents now enjoy better frequencies of bus arrivals and more services for better connectivity. Come 4Q 2015, a new bus interchange will be constructed in the vicinity to complement the existing interchange. An additional 12 bus lots will be provided at the new interchange to enhance the bus services at Tampines in the future.

Moving ahead, to further enhance the travel experiences of Tampines residents, Tampines GROs would like you to be a part of the Tampines Bus Ambassadors. For more information, please email us at [email protected]

Bus 291P and Bus 293P operate during weekday peak hours (excluding public holidays).Below are the bus service routes:

Morning PeakEvening Peak

6.30am to 8.30am5.00pm to 7.00pm

Overlaid on Service 291, Service 291P will ply between Tampines Interchange / MRT Station and Tampines St 32 / 33 via Tampines Ave 7, Ave 3, St 21 and St 23 to better serve residents’ travelling needs.

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Overlaid on Service 293, Service 293P will ply between Tampines Interchange / MRT Station and Tampines Ave 9 / St 45 via Tampines Ave 7, St 41, 42 and 43 to better serve residents’ travelling needs.

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5.30pm to 7.30pm

5.00pm to 7.00pm

There are seven types of fruit trees in our neighbourhood which have been around for a long time: Assam, Coconut, Jackfruit, Mango, Mangosteen, Rambutan, and Starfruit.

Why Fruit Trees?Growing fruit-bearing trees in public spaces is part of the town council’s commitment to make better use of public land, beautify the environment and allow residents to enjoy these fruits of labour. Many of these trees were planted in residential neighbourhoods during the 1970s and1980s under tree-planting campaigns as part of the efforts to green the city.

Fruit HarvestingA horticulture schedule is in place for harvesting of fruits. This is to prevent fruits when ripe from falling and damaging vehicles or hitting pedestrians. It also curbs unwanted littering, which is messy and attracts bees, ants, and flies.

Ripe fruits are distributed to PCF kindergartens and Resident Committees (RCs) in the neighbourhood. Personal SafetyWe advise residents against picking fruits on their own for safety reasons. Some of the trees branches may not be able to take the weight of climbers, and there may be bee hives or red ant nests which may pose a danger.

Fruits for All to EnjoyResidents who wish to harvest fruits from the trees can speak to representatives from their respective RCs.


This year, the Cleaners’ Appreciation Movie Event was organised for the second time to thank our cleaners for their hard work.More than 100 cleaners in Tampines were treated to an exclusive weekend movie screening of X-Men: Days of Future Past in the Shaw Movie theatre at Century Square shopping mall on 15 June.

Attendees received a goodie bag, popcorn and beverage. Each of them received a $20 NTUC FairPrice gift voucher sponsored by the Building Construction and Timber Industries Employees’ Union (BATU).

“I am very glad that we are able to do this as a way of appreciating our cleaners’ hard work. I am also happy that we are able to start the 6-month pilot of ‘No Cleaning Day’on every first Sunday of the month. Hopefully, this will motivate our cleaners to continue doing their work well. Maintaining the estate is not only the responsibility of the Town Council and the cleaners,but involves everyone’s effort,” said Mr Baey Yam Keng, Grassroots Adviser for Tampines GRC and Chairman of Tampines Town Council.

One of the cleaners invited for the event, Mr Noh, expressed his gratitude for the event as it was more than 30 years ago since he last watched a movie in a theatre. It makes his day when residents show him small acts of appreciation such as offering him some drinks or snacks.

We are grateful to all cleaners for keeping our neighbourhood clean. Stay tuned for our next year’s event!

Cleaners’ Appreciation

Tampines PrimARY Students Get theirDIRTY TO LEARN VALUES

As part of a community litter-picking project to care for the environment, a group of 30 students from Tampines Primary School volunteered to clean up the neighbourhood’s park. The project aims to develop good environmental habits in the students, and a sense of responsibility towards our common spaces.A representative from Tampines Town Council gave an educational talk to the student volunteers from Primary 4 to 6. They learnt about the common types of litter found in the environment and the effects of littering. Before the start of the activity, students were given a safety briefing. Gloves, trash bags and tongs were also distributed to the students. Several cleaners were present to provide assistance for the disposal of litter collected. Students were asked to separate the litter, such as those made of plastic, paper, cardboard and glass, for recycling. Principal of Tampines Primary School, Ms Veronica Tay said that it was a rewarding day and all student volunteers enjoyed the experience.Allied Educator, Mdm Tuty said that students enjoyed the session immensely and it was a fruitful experience. Most students agreed the activity helped them to better understand what it means to take care of the environment.Let’s applaud the students on the job well done! We look forward to more schools taking part in similar meaningful activities in future.

movie event

Community EDUCATION

HANDS


Cleaners’ Appreciation

Through this activity, the students hope to

increase the awareness among the residents and espouse the importance of having a clean and green

neighbourhood. -Ms Tan Shin Shin, Subject Head of Art,

Tampines Secondary School A group of 280 Secondary 1 students from Tampines Secondary School took on the challenge to creatively transform rubbish bins into artistic pieces which help to promote the message of keeping the environment clean and green.

Using acrylic paint, they painted 21 bins based on the given themes of “Clean and Green” and “Anti-littering”. A week was spent on brainstorming the designs for the bins.

One of the students shared that the inspiration for their design came from the movie, Monsters University. They painted the bin to look like a monster, with the opening of the bin resembling the monster’s mouth, to attract people to throw rubbish into it.

Subsequently, the bins were relocated to Tampines West division to continue their educational mission.

Community EDUCATION

Young environmental messengers create

artistic bins for community

We did some online research to see examples of painted bins and adopted the ones with nice, sweet and simple concepts. We used colours to attract people to throw rubbish. - Ms Aquilah, 1N2The puzzle on our bin represents different

environments interacting with one another. - Ms Ho Yan Ting, 1E4


Heartland Stories

Tampines has approximately 238,500 residents, the second largest town in the east of Singapore after Bedok, based on information from the Singapore Department of Statistics in 2013. It is a vibrant and dynamic town with a substantial number of young people, however, its overall population is ageing. The town council has taken on a larger role in supporting these changes in our community by working together with residents and community partners. It is important to help residents come together, play an active role in improving their lives and shape our town to make it a better place for all to live in.Here are three stories of residents who met with some difficulties and received assistance from the town council.

In August, a resident, Mr Paik was crossing the road near Tampines Round Market when he noticed a wheelchair-bound elderly lady having difficulty crossing the road. Instead of walking away, he stopped to help her, and even wheeled her to the market to buy food before wheeling her home.

“I hope Tampines Town Council can step in to see if any assistance can be rendered to the elderly woman who is physically disabled,” said Mr Paik who called in to seek the town council’s help to link up his neighbour with social welfare agencies. Such simple acts of kindness in our daily lives can help to brighten the days of others.

Have you ever come across such a scene? This could be a sign of compulsive hoarding.

A person with compulsive hoarding collects and keeps excessive amount of items which may appear useless or of little value, cluttering their living spaces and causing distress to others who live with them.

Conquering Your Clutter

This was the state of one of our resident’s home when Tampines Town Council, together with officers from the Housing & Development Board (HDB), visited the place to help clear the clutter he had accumulated.

Neighbourly Love

Tampines, My Home

Let’s Look Out for One Another by Building Strong Community Partnerships

We encourage residents to take good care of their belongings. Residents can call the town council for free bulky refuse removal services for up to three moveable items instead of leaving them along the corridors or in your house. This will create a safe and healthy environment that is pleasant for all.


Heartland Stories

“Where can I find the money to feed us?” Mrs Lee thought when she received news of her husband’s arrest, as this meant that there was no one left to provide for the family.

The news of the loss of household income was a big blow for Mrs Lee, who was not working as she was pregnant. Faced with growing debts, there was just too much on her plate for her to manage.

Her main concern was providing for the children: her unborn baby and 22-month-old toddler. Living from hand to mouth, it was a daily struggle for the family to put food on the table. In addition, she had to cope with medical expenses incurred from check-ups, as her unborn baby was diagnosed with medical conditions.

Yet, Mrs Lee did not give in to despair and drew strength from her children. She sought help from her Member of Parliament (MP).

Many find themselves unprepared when faced with sudden job loss, especially if they are sole breadwinners in their households. Dealing with the sudden loss of household income can be overwhelming and emotionally stressful.

Coping with financial difficulties may not be challenging if we know there is available help in our community. Are you aware of Tampines Town Council’s temporary financial assistance scheme to help eligible residents?

Started in 2002, the Temporary Estate Inspection Scheme (TEIS) is a collaboration with Northeast Community Development Council (NECDC) to encourage self-reliance among the eligible residents.

Eligible residents under this scheme help to keep their estate clean by taking on the position of Temporary Estate Inspector. Their role is to inspect and report on the conditions of the surroundings in Tampines. This temporary employment helps them to pay off their service and conservancy fee arrears while looking for a permanent job.

Since the start of this year, Tampines Town Council has helped a total of 150 residents, many of whom have successfully served their term as estate inspectors, paid off their debts and found permanent work.

Are you aware that help is nearby?If you need help or financial assistance, there are government initiatives to aid you:

She was recommended to seek temporary assistance from the town council to relieve her financial burden, so that she could continue with her pre-natal check-ups.

On receiving news of Mrs Lee’s plight, the town council referred Mrs Lee to ComCare which provides social economic assistance for low-income individuals and families. The town council also helped to alleviate her anxieties by waiving the late payment charges for her service and conservancy fee arrears.

Coping with Financial Difficulties

Help Is at Hand

Social Service Offices (SSO) are set up by the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) to bring social assistance closer to needy residents. Working with the community partners, they are here to help residents if they (i) Need urgent financial assistance, (ii) Are low income and looking for a job, (iii) Are unable to work.

How to approach the SSO for assistance?Social Service Office @ Tampines is located at NTUC Income Tampines Junction, 300 Tampines Ave 5 #06-01 Singapore 529653.

Opening Hours:Monday to Fri (9am to 5pm) Saturday (9am to 1pm)Sundays & Public Holidays (Closed)

Or you may call the 24-hour ComCare Call Helpline1800-222-0000


The kompang is a traditional hand drum usually played in groups. Using a series of interlocking hand movements, players hit on the instrument to produce various beats, an essential in traditional Malay songs. Kompang performances are common at community events such as weddings.

Tampines EntersSingapore Book of Records

The Rhythmic Sounds of Kompang

The festive spirit ran high and the bazaar was buzzing with activities of stalls selling a wide variety of products, such as traditional Malay food, fashion clothing and handicrafts.

On 4 July, Tampines made history when we nabbed ourselves a spot in the Singapore Book of Records for having the largest ensemble of 125 people playing the kompang together. The rousing musical performance took place at the open field at Tampines Central Avenue 5.The inaugural record-breaking activity was part of the launch of the Hari Raya Bazaar which marked the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. Grassroots Advisers for Tampines Group Representation Constituency (GRC), Mr Heng Swee Keat, Ms Irene Ng,Mr Baey Yam Keng, Mr Masagos Zulkifliand Mr Mah Bow Tan joined residents inthis event.

HAPPENINGS in Tampines!TAMPINES TEMPO october 201412

HAPPENINGS in Tampines!

Do you know there are 21 café corners in Tampines? They can be found in selected senior citizen and resident’s corners, community clubs, public spaces such as The Wellness Room in Tampines North Community Club, and senior citizen corners located at Blks 234, 306, 345, 364, 465, 730, 864A, and so on. A joint initiative by North East Community Development Council (NECDC) and grassroots organisations, these café corners provide a platform for residents to bond and network while helping them to learn about various local activities and events organised by the Resident Committees (RCs). Those looking for employment can seek NECDC’s help to work there as café assistants in the interim.

Tampines Changkat Malay Activities Executive Committee (MAEC) collaborated with MENDAKI to organise the Success in PSLE seminar for Primary 6 students from Tampines Changkat Study Café on 31 August 2014.

The seminar aimed to help and support PSLE students to perform their best in the upcoming exams and most importantly, to help the students achieve the self-confidence and resilience to overcome future challenges in their life.

Grassroots Adviser, Ms Irene Ng, MP for Tampines GRC, graced the occasion to show her support for the students who came from disadvantaged backgrounds within Tampines Changkat division.

She also gave sound advice and words of encouragement to the appreciative students.

Café Corners

at tampines changkat CoMMuNITY CLuBpsle success seminar

Currently, over 70 café corners in the North East District of Singapore have been set up since their first launch at Compassvale Lodge RC in Sengkang in April 2013.

The next time you see a café corner, do drop by and grab some free drinks on the way to work, or sit down and have a chat with your neighbours while sipping a cup of beverage of your liking. You may wish to speak to your representatives from your RCs to find out more.


HAPPENINGS in Tampines!

On Singapore’s 49th National Day, while many Singaporeans gathered at the Marina Bay floating platform to watch the parade, Tampines West residents joined in the celebrations from their heartlands, with the show broadcast live on large screens.

Grassroots Advisers, Mr Heng Swee Keat and Mr Masagos Zulkifli joined in the partaking of the festivities, watched the show with beautiful display of fireworks, and participated in fun activities. Videos were also screened to help elderly citizens better understand the Pioneer Generation Package and MediShield Life schemes which are specially tailored to ensure those eligible seniors who contributed towards our nation-building meet their healthcare needs in their golden years.

Our Celebrationsat Home

Distribution of Vouchers to the Needy

Recycling for a Causeat Tampines North Around 70 youths from Asia gathered in the morning of Sunday, 24 August at Tampines North to collect recyclables from residents and to raise funds for needy families through the sale of recycled items.

The youths from 15 countries such as Hong Kong, the Maldives, Mongolia, Japan are part of a community project of JCI Singapore Leadership Training Camp by Asian Academy. They collected around 1,700kg of recyclables. The participants promoted recycling around Tampines North by distributing storage boxes for collection of recyclables and educational brochures. Grassroots Adviser, Mr Baey Yam Keng thanked the volunteers for their hard work.

JCI Singapore has also indicated their intention to work with Tampines grassroots organisations on such initiatives in the future. We certainly look forward to it!

In the month of Ramadan, Grassroots Adviser, Mr Mah Bow Tan, together with grassroots leaders, joined our Muslim residents in breaking fast.

In this annual event organised by the committee of the Community Development & Welfare Fund at Tampines East Community Centre,Mr Mah mingled with residents and their families during the event.

Mr Mah also presented vouchers to assist them in their preparations for Hari Raya.


Distribution of Vouchers to the Needy

Dear Officer,

Recently, I have noticed my block was sparkling clean.

I have started to pay attention to the cleaning process around my block and noticed this cleaner, Mr Ng Boon Hok, who is very hardworking. He really takes effort to clean every corner and make sure he cleans them well. I wish to compliment his good work attitude and I appreciate his efforts.

Thank you.

Cheong Family

Dear Sir,

We would like to compliment Miss Suniyah for going the extra mile to address our concerns when electricity supply to our block was scheduled to be disrupted due to some works.

My wife and I were very concerned because our fridge contained baby food and any prolonged electricity supply disruption might cause the food to turn bad.

Miss Suniyah initiated checks with the technicians on how long the disruption would be, and explained how the fridge was able to maintain the temperature for up to an hour if no one opens the fridge door. She made special arrangements for my unit’s switchboard to be serviced when I was at home to monitor the progress and yet be on time for work. She also called me once electricity supply was restored.

Miss Suniyah has proven herself to be a good example of a property officer with a passion to serve and help the residents. She was not worried of the extra work she had to do to ensure that our inconvenience is well taken care of.

Best Regards,Jeffrey Poh

Dear Sir/Madam,

I would like to commend Ms Norshadah for being helpful. The level of service extended was beyond my expectation.

Two weeks ago, I informed her that I had dropped my keys into the lift shaft.

As I was not available to collect the keys personally, she offered to bring the keys to my house after office hours.

Her exemplary service is worth mentioning and I hope others can emulate her. Once again, I want to thank her for her dedication to her work and going an extra mile.

Regards,Ong Thiam Ser

Dear Sir,

I am writing this letter to extend my heartfelt gratitude to your team of dedicated and professional staff, Mr John Yeo, Miss Suniyah, Mr Masud, Mr Woon Li Quan and all customer service officers at Tampines Town Council, for doing their utmost in rendering their assistance to resolve a water leakage and common corridor dispute between my neighbours and me.

Your team members have displayed exemplary service standards and attitude.

I would like to commend them on their prompt response to the situation. More importantly, they took the extra step to make a trip down to our home after office hours to explain the regulations to us passionately. They had been unflagging and determined in their effort to resolve the issue in a calm, composed and impartial manner. Additionally, details of this act of sacrifice and excellent customer service should be disseminated to other town councils to promote this positive attitude and raise service standards as a whole.

Once again, thank you and your team for the assistance and keep up the good work!

Best Regards, Eugene Low, on behalf of Josephine Lee

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Congratulations To Our Recipients for

National Day Awards 2014 Mr Francis Ng Chin Fah, PBMMdm Phyllis Tng Pheck Lek, PBMMr Foo Suan Huat, PBM

Mr Victor Chan Kwang ChengMr Michael Chern Chiap SoonMr Soh Cheow KangMdm Thangah Grace@ Koh Siew KiangMr Joseph Lee Bong WaMs Angeline Lim TingMr Daniel Or Lay HuatMr Peh Thiam Heng

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Date: 01 Nov. 2014 Time: 7.30pmVenue: Courtyard, Blk 480 Tampines Ave. 9Organiser: Tampines North Community ClubContact: 6783 2900

DISCLAIMERTampines Tempo is a newsletter published by Tampines Town Council and delivered to the letterboxes of all HDB households in Tampines GRC. Copies of the newsletter can also be collected from the Town Council office and the five Community Clubs in Tampines. The Publisher makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of information in Tampines Tempo but cannot be held responsible for any consequences arising from errors or omissions.

Publicity CommitteeAdvisers: Mr Baey Yam Keng, Ms Irene NgChairman: Ms Jeanne Cheng, PBM Vice-Chairman: Mdm Kamisah Bte Mohd Shariff, PBM Members: Mr Kwek Hong Lim, PBM;Mr Kieu Li Chong Edgar; Mr Ng See San Ricky

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Upcoming EventsMeet-the-People Session

Tampines Central Tampines West Tampines East Tampines Changkat Tampines North

Mr Heng Swee KeatMinister for Education,

Adviser to Tampines Town Council

Mr Mah Bow TanElected Member of Tampines Town Council

Ms Irene NgVice-Chairman of Tampines Town Council

Mr Baey Yam KengChairman of Tampines Town Council

Mr Masagos ZulkifliMinister of State for Home Affairs and Foreign Affairs,

Elected Member of Tampines Council

MPS Venue: (From 8pm to 10pm)Blk 856 Tampines Street 82 #01-279

Singapore 520856Tel: 6783 3090

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Blocks in this Division:Blk 515/A-D, 518/A-D (The Premiere @ Tampines), 519/A-D, 520/A-C, 522/A-C,

523/A-D, 524/A-B, 701/A, 702-716/A, 717-723/A, 724-727/A, 728-730/A, 731-742/A,

830-842/A-H, 843-856/A-F, 857/A-B, 858/A-B, 859/A, 860/A-B, 861/A, 862/A, 863/A-B, 864/A-B, 865, 866/A, 867/A,

868/A-D, 868-871/A,869/A-B, 872-874/A, 875-880/A, 881-882/A, 883-886/A, Pinevale Executive Condominium

MPS Venue: (From 7.30pm to 10pm)Blk 209 Tampines Street 21 #01-1347


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Blocks in this Division:Blk 201, 201A-E, 201G, 202, 202A, 203-208/A, 209-230, 230A-H, 230J, 231-271, 352-354/A, 360-364, 364A, 365-366/A,

367/A, 368-374/A, 381-384/A, 385-390/A, 391-396, 501-510, 512-513, The Eden

Executive Condominium



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Blocks in this Division:

Blk 101-114, 117, 124-127, 136-139, 272-298, 299A-B, 301-307/A, 308-311/A, 312-316/A, 317-330/A, 331/A, 332-340/A,

341-343, 345-351/A, Tampines Court



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Blocks in this Division:

Blk 401-450, 450A-G, 451-484, 485A-B, 486A-486C, 487A-487C, 488A-B, 489A-489C, 490A-B, 491A-H, 492A-D, 493A-E, 494A-F, 495A-F, 496A-496G, 497A-497H,

498A-H, 498J-M, 499A-C

MPS Venue: (From 8pm to 10pm)Blk 140 Tampines St 12 #01-426


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Blocks in this Division:Blk 140-151, 156-166, 801-823A, 824-826,

826A, 827/A, 828, 828A, 829, 887/A, 891/A-B, 892/A-899/A, 902-903, 906-916,

921-922, 924-946

COMMUNITY EVENTSTAMPINES CENTRAL

COUNTDOWN 2014 – BEYOND 50 SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN 2014

CLEAN & GREEN WEEK - TREE PLANTING DAY

FRUIT BEARING PROJECT

ACTIVE AGEING CELEBRATION LUNCH

Free movie screening for all on every last Saturday of the month. Surprises await you!

MOVIE OF THE MONTH

TAMPINES NORTH

TAMPINES CHANGKAT

TAMPINES WEST

TAMPINES EAST

TAMPINES GRC

Guest-of-Honour: Members of Parliament forTampines GRCDate, Time, Venue: To be advised Organiser: Tampines Town Council Contact: 6781 2222

A team of 20 youths has decided to celebrate Singapore’s 50th birthday in the most bombastic way possible. With the aim to make this countdown event the largest in the east of Singapore, it targets to reach a crowd of 5,000 to 10,000 who will be entertained by local and international artistes. A part of the programme will be dedicated to recollecting our memories of the past 50 years of Singapore’s history, and celebrating the island’s achievements. This event caters to residents of all ages.

Through the help of resident volunteers, Tampines Changkat Community Development and Welfare Fund (CDWF) and Tampines Changkat PCF will pack and distribute fruits to lower-income families on a monthly basis.

A sit-down lunch with exciting performances and lucky draw for all to enjoy!

Spooktacular Halloween is an annual flagship event of Tampines North Youth Executive Committee (YEC). It adopts different horror themes every year and transforms neighbourhoods’ void decks into a horror house or a trail. A surprise lies in store, are you ready for it?

Discover the joy of planting your own seeds at our annual tree planting day at various divisions in Tampines. All residents are encouraged to join in the fun with your families to get to know your environment and community. Please refer to Tampines Town Council’s notice board, website and Facebook for more information.

Date: 3rd Saturday of every month Time: 8.30am -12pmVenue: Tampines Changkat Community ClubOrganiser: Tampines Changkat CDWF, Changkat PCFContact: 6781 1806

Guest-of-Honour: To be advisedDate: 31 Dec. 2014 Time: 7pm -1amVenue: Tampines Community PlazaOrganiser: Tampines GRC Contact: 6785 0004

Date: Every last Saturday of the monthTime: 7.30pmVenue: Tampines West Community ClubOrganiser: Tampines West Community Club Contact: 6788 1912

Guest-of-Honour: Mr Mah Bow TanDate: 23 Nov. 2014 Time: 12pm - 3pmVenue: Multi-Purpose Hall, Tampines East Community ClubOrganiser: Tampines East SCEC Contact: 6787 3955


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