E DI TOR’S NOTE
GLAD TIDINGS WE BRING!
W
ell, where did 2022 go? In the blink of an eye we’ve experienced another 12 months which in many ways have felt just as challenging as ‘the pandemic years’. Perhaps you’ve fully embraced post-Covid living with aplomb (was that you mud-surfing at F1?). Maybe you’re continuing to live life on the lowdown, still feeling unsure about how to navigate the world now. Wherever you’re at, as December rolls around we all deserve some comfort and joy. So, in a bid to make the upcoming holiday period as stress-free and celebratory as possible, this issue of ANZA is filled with tips on how to sail through the silly season easily. Whether you’re staying on the red dot, travelling back down under, or heading on a trip to somewhere exotic, turn to p44 where you can discover how to beat Festive Frazzle while still remaining on speaking terms with your family. P36 is the place to find simple recipes for yummy yuletide snacks from some of our favourite local chefs and nutritionists. For ideas on how to party while being kinder to both yourself and the environment, don’t miss our piece on p32. We’ve got proactive and practical hacks on everything from Christmas tree alternatives, thoughtful present ideas and independent shop options.
Speaking of kindness, gracious characters from both the local and ANZA community are in abundance throughout these very pages. You’re guaranteed a warm and cosy feeling no vintage Port can match after reading our feature on the Singapore Kindness Movement on p28. Also guaranteed to make you fuzzy inside is the round-up of charity work by ANZA Action on p26, and stories of our fantastic volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to our ever-growing groups such as ANZA Scouts (p60), ANZA Netball (p64), and ANZA Cycling (p68). As we wrap up the year, it’s a huge thank you from myself and everyone in the ANZA office to you - our dedicated members - for your energy, passion and commitment to making our community so special. May you all have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year. See you for more fun and frolics in 2023!
Jo Upcraft, Editor editor@anza.org.sg
GENERAL MANAGER Kerry Low gm@anza.org.sg
ACCOUNTS AND OPERATIONS Ellie Mills accounts@anza.org.sg
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