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ANZA TOURS
Head down to the farm, discover Peranakan history, and learn how to order coffee like a pro in Singapore.

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A JOURNEY WEST: From the Dragon’s Den to Veggie Paradise
A few times a year, a dragon roars to life in the shape of Thow Kwang Dragon Kiln at the Pottery Jungle, one of two dragon kilns remaining in Singapore. When fired, the kiln reaches over 1200 degrees Celsius. While the kiln won’t be fired when we visit, we will check out the rows of ceramics - handmade, imported, decorative, Chinese, Peranakan - spread over the spacious grounds for browsing and shopping. Afterwards, we’ll head for some rural respite at Bollywood Veggies, a 10-acre organic farm. Stroll through the lush landscape which houses one hundred varieties of plants, tropical fruits and herbs with medicinal properties. A stop at this hidden sanctuary includes lunch – as owner Ivy Singh says, “Welcome to Paradise”.
DATE: Thursday 3 August
TIME: 9am – 1pm
MEET: 8.50am at the entrance to Newton Food Centre, nearest MRT
Newton
COST: Members $100, non-members
$115
Notes: Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear and bring an umbrella and bottle of water.
PERANAKAN DELIGHTS: Design, history & food


After two years of refurbishment, Singapore’s Peranakan Museum is back in action! Come with us on an exploration of the museum and discover what a typical Peranakan home was like. See how cultures interact and combine to produce something new, different and distinctive, revealing a range of Peranakan customs, foods, fashion, languages and beliefs. Following our visit, we’ll enjoy a set lunch at Godmama Traditional Peranakan Restaurant to complete your Peranakan experience.
Find your feet in Singapore

Are you new to the island? Unsure of how to get around, what to eat, drink, and how to respect the traditions of the local community? We’re here to help! Together we’ll visit one of the beautiful temples in Chinatown for an overview of temple etiquette, including what to wear, how to behave and how to make offerings. We’ll have coffee at a coffee shop and learn how to order like a pro, then head to a wet market to check out the produce and understand how to shop like a local. Lastly, we’ll experience the biggest hawker centre in Singapore to sample specialties and learn about local cuisine.
DATE: Tuesday 12 September
TIME: 9am – 11.30am
MEET: 8.50am in front of the Buddhist Tooth Relic Temple.

Nearest MRT Chinatown or Maxwell
COST: Member $55, non-member $65
Food Security
FARM TOUR:
Where does our food come from?

If you’re curious about where your food comes from in Singapore, join us! This adventure includes a visit to two of the city’s most innovative and sustainable farms: Comcrop and Atlas Aquaculture. See cutting-edge hydroponic techniques at Comcrop, where crops are grown without soil. Atlas Aquaculture invite you to dive into the world of fish breeding – witness how they produce high-quality fish without harming the environment. Our guide will share insights on SG’s agriculture industry and how these farms are playing a pivotal role in ensuring a secure and sustainable food supply for the nation.
DATE: Thursday 21 September
TIME: 9am – 1pm
DATE: Wednesday 6 September
TIME: 10.30am – 1.30pm
MEET: 10.20am at the Peranakan Museum, 39 Armenian St, 179941. Nearest MRT City Hall
COST: Members $40, non-members $45
MEET: 8.50am meet up at the entrance to Newton Food Centre, nearest MRT Newton
COST: Members $130, non-members $150
Notes: Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear and bring an umbrella and a bottle of water. No food or drink is provided on this tour.
CHILL, CHAT, CONNECT
A fun night was had at our New Members’ Night in June at Singapore Cricket Club (SCC). Our Executive Committee, group volunteers and office staff came together to greet newbies. ANZA President Megan Kinder did a rowsing speech and oversaw the Prize Draw with gifts from SCC and Select Investors.














Bollywood Ladies Night
Clarke Quay came alive with Bollywood beats and a few nifty dance moves as we held our fiirst themed Ladies Night. Colour, joy and good times were on the agenda as the drinks flowed.










KILL-O-METRES
There’s nowhere our Kill-O-Metres won’t walk to! Their Monday morning jaunts have taken them through the city and into nature as they’ve clocked some miles strolling around Singapore’s diverse landscape.



Casual Coffee
Our caffeine-loving crew have popped up in various locations around SG, sipping their way through cafes and keeping up the chat and support.


Netball
Over in Australia, all five teams of ANZA Netball played their hearts out through rain and shine at the Perth Tour 2023.



Mahjong


A quick break from making matching sets and pairs to smile for our camera!
Tennis
When not perfecting their backhand, our tennis gals like to enjoy a relaxing lunch in the sunshine.

Tours

ANZA Tours is going from strength to strength with regular adventures around the red dot. The past few months have seen them exploring Tiong Bahru, Geylang, and embarking on The Red Thread Tour as they retraced the steps of characters in a fascinating novel set in 1830s Singapore.







Scouts
Bishan Park and the Science Centre Singapore have been filling the schedules of our busy Scouts.




After 18 months’ overseeing ANZA’s Membership Services, we’re sad to say goodbye to the office wonder that is Nikki. During her time with us she has been an expert in her role, but she will also be missed for assembling chairs, supplying toilet rolls and negotiating tricky bins. We wish Nikki, Tim, Florence and Freya all the best for the future.
Interested in writing but not sure how to begin? The ANZA Writing Group invites you to tell your story.

anza.org.sg/groups/ writers-group
