Frontline (May/Jun'13)

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May/Jun 2013

It’s never too early to be part of the Home Team Play Smart

Work your brain with these games

Brunch Bites

All-day brekkies to make your day

Fun with Art

Create with paint, bricks and more

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In this issue of Frontline, we shine the spotlight on a NCDCC and NPCC cadet, and find out why they love to be part of the Home Team. Get a suspended workout from exotic aerial sports, play smart with intelligent games, try our brunch recommendations, have fun with art as a family, and dress in style despite the heat. There are also special NS45 offers for you on pages 32 and 33, as well as exclusive freebies on page 15. Enjoy!

– The Editorial Team

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Be part of the Home Team with NPCC and NCDCC

Get active

Aerial and rope sports for a suspended workout

What’s happening in MHA, SPF and SCDF

25 what’s on

10 family fun

28 club news

14 dress the part

32 perks & privileges

16 young talent

36 shot-sighted

Get creative with paint, bricks and more

Inspiring lads from the SCDF and SPF

cover photo long fe1/t2 pictures

21 in the force

08 Food spy

How to look hot in the heat

PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENT GENERAL SECRETARY TREASURER Chief Executive Deputy Chief Executive

Schedule of classes at Balestier and Bukit Batok clubhouses

24 birthday treats

Brunch bites to make your day

EDITORIAL ADVISORS

18 courses

06 tech watch

Play smart with these games and toys

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On the cover: Attention! NCDCC and NPCC cadets from AngloChinese School (Independent) show they’ve got what it takes to be part of the Home Team.

Mr Masagos Zulkifli, Senior Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and Home Affairs Mr Ng Joo Hee, SPF Commissioner Mr Eric Yap, SCDF Commissioner DAC Manimaran Pushpanatan LTC Lee Bee Hong Ms Agnes Eu Mr Jeffrey Tan

Celebrate your special day with exciting privileges

Workshops and events at Balestier and Bukit Batok clubhouses

Highlights of past events

Exclusive promos and discounts for members

We showcase the best photos from our readers

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COVER STORY

Our Young Ones It’s never too early to be part of the Home Team with NCDCC and NPCC

WO (NCDCC) Syed Isa Aljunied, 16 • Unit Drill Instructor with the NCDCC unit in Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) LTC (NS) Syed Abdul Malik Aljunied, 45 • Battalion Commander of 22A Rescue Battalion, 2nd CD Div, SCDF • Head of department with MOE

With the National Civil Defence Cadet Corps (NCDCC) now a recognised national uniformed group alongside the National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC), students can have a taste of the Home Team experience as a cocurriculum activity.

Founded in 2005, the NCDCC is a much newer outfit than the NPCC, which was established in 1959 and is now the largest uniformed group for youths in Singapore. Two families tell Frontline why they like to be part of the Home Team.

“When I entered my school, my NCDCC seniors put up an emergency rescue display, and that made me want to join them,” said WO (NCDCC) Syed Isa Aljunied, 16, a Unit Drill Instructor with the NCDCC unit in Anglo-Chinese School (Independent). “My dad was also in the SCDF, and when I saw what he and his men did during Operation Lionheart to Pakistan in 2005, I wanted to learn about the SCDF and I figured by joining the NCDCC unit, I could!”

Tiffany Ling, 18, an NPCC cadet inspector with her alma mater Nan Chiau High School, also cites her father as an influence. “My dad is a volunteer policeman with the Police Coast Guard, and he would tell me stories of what he did as a VSC (Volunteer Special Constabulary),” said Tiffany. “Some of it could be big news on TV. We also watch CSI together and talk about what it is like in the SPF.” So what do our cadets learn in the NCDCC and NPCC? “I get to try new things every year,” said Isa, who learnt first aid, campcraft and fire safety in his first year and CPR and rescue techniques in his second year, before taking on more leadership roles in his third and fourth year.

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Learning with the Home Team

“I’ve gained useful skills in courses such as the Senior Non-Commissioned Officer’s Course and the Unit Drill Instructor Course, which I apply as a leader in my NCDCC and water polo CCAs,” said Isa. “Joining the NCDCC has taught me the importance of teamwork, empathy, loyalty and perseverance.”

For Tiffany, the NPCC values are values she can use for life. “The NPCC’s PICARD values (punctuality, initiative, commitment, attitude, respect and discipline) are not just applicable to our training – they are relevant to school and work as well,” said Tiffany. “As a cadet inspector, I help my juniors in planning courses and training them in drill and campcraft. These event planning and people management skills gained are useful no matter where I go.”

All in the family Isa’s father, LTC (NS) Syed Abdul Malik Aljunied, 45, is proud that his son is an NCDCC cadet. “I’m glad we share the same passion in rescue work and civil defence operations,” said the Battalion Commander of 22A Rescue Battalion, 2nd CD Div, SCDF. “Over the past four years, I’ve seen how the NCDCC experience has moulded his character and made him a better leader.”

Tiffany’s father, SSS (V) Ricky Ling, 43, is also glad that their common police experience has given them so much more to talk about.

“Sometimes Tiffany has her NPCC activities at Pulau Ubin, and if I happen to be there on patrol (as a VSC with PCG), I’d drop by her campsite to say hi,” said the veteran volunteer officer who served with the Police Coast Guard from 2002 to 2013. Added Tiffany: “That’s when my friends all go: ‘It’s so cool your dad is a police officer!’”

“It has always been my dream to be a police officer,” said Ricky, “but I did not meet their educational qualifications then. So joining the VSC was my way of fulfilling my dream.” Said Tiffany: “I hope to be a forensics expert in future.

Joining the NPCC and being in the Science stream in JC will bring me closer to making my dream come true.”

The Lings will soon have even more Home Team experience to share, as Ricky’s 13-year-old son also joined the NPCC this year.

Wearing the same uniform has made Malik and Isa closer as father and son. “We enjoy the times when we both happen to be in uniform, during his CCA and my ICT. Isa will always pride himself for having more NCDCC badges than my SCDF service medals!” said Malik. “I hope Isa will continue this noble family tradition.”

CI (NPCC) Tiffany Ling, 18 • Student in Serangoon Junior College and cadet inspector with the NPCC unit in Nan Chiau High School SSS (V) Ricky Ling, 43 • VSC Team Leader/Firearms Instructor, Police Coast Guard, SPF • Logistics specialist with a cosmetics distributor

GET ACTIVE

Learn the Ropes

Get a suspended workout with these aerial and rope sports!

YogaFly Work your core muscles without undue pressure on your spine and joints with YogaFly. Combining the benefits of dance, traditional yoga, and aerial acrobatics into one safe, lowimpact fitness approach, YogaFly strengthens and tones the body with unconventional suspension techniques. Using a special fabric swing as support, you’ll be able to do poses that you’d never dream of achieving on a regular yoga mat. In other words, you can say hello to greater body awareness and freedom in a new aerial dimension!

Learn it Upside Motion Prices From $45 (drop-in rate) www.upsidemotion.com

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Circus Arts Apparently there’s no need to run away from home to join the circus. Learn to be a trapeze artist and move through the air with grace and poise using funky apparatus like the aerial hoop (a big metal ring suspended in the air), silks (a long piece of fabric hung from the ceiling) and fixed trapeze (a short horizontal bar supported by ropes or metal straps). That’s not all – circus arts also involves acrobatics so in addition to the “Cirque du Soleil” stunts, so you’ll learn moves like tumbles, rolls, handstands and cartwheels. You’re never too old to pick up stuff like that!

Learn it Circus Swingapore Prices From $200 for an eight-week course and $50 for a oneyear membership www.circusswingapore.com

Challenge Ropes Course Looking for a full-day workout with the whole family? Get a taste of the real outdoors with the Challenge Ropes Course at the HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok Adventure Centre. On Saturday 22 June, rough it out and have a blast at the same time with the ultimate Challenge Ropes Course and even abseiling and rock climbing. While you’re at it, step out of your comfort zone and pick up some real survival skills by learning how to pitch a tent and cook in the wild. All in all, you get a great workout, an opportunity to brush up on your survival skills and a fun way to bond with your family – priceless!

Learn it Camelot @ Turn to page 27 for more details!

HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok Adventure Centre Prices From $50 for the June Holiday Family Cohesion Programme (22 June, 9am to 6pm)

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Rock Climbing That Spiderman dream of yours isn’t as far-fetched as you think. Test your physical and mental limits, scale new heights and rock-climb your way to the top with Kinetics Climbing. Experience climbing and bouldering under the safe guidance of Kinetics’ qualified instructors, who will give you the lowdown on how to climb high safely. With several climbing courses available, from ‘Climbing 101 Kids’ to ‘Just Climb!’ (for those who want to experience the sport), it’s never been easier to tackle that cliff.

Aerial Art and Dance At this ladies-only dance school, you can bring sexy back with its Aerial Hoop and Aerial Silk classes. These two programmes target core muscles, glutes, as well as upper body strength. Other than that, expect your sense of coordination, balance and flexibility to improve tremendously after several sessions. If you haven’t realised by now, aerial art classes like these are also perfect for those looking to overcome acrophobia – the fear of heights. The best thing about Groove Dance School is that no dance experience is required at all for Level One dance classes. The classes are kept small and seemingly difficult moves are broken down into easy-to-follow steps, so the learning curve is gentler than you think.

Learn it Kinetics Climbing Prices From $10 for a day pass and $60 for a onemonth membership

Learn it Groove Dance School Prices From $180 for Aerial Hoop (six sessions) and $200 for Aerial Silk (six sessions)

www.kineticsclimbing.com.sg

www.groove.com.sg

tech watch

Smart Be a word wizard Have some wordy fun with the new Words With Friends game. When it’s your turn, take seven tiles and create words vertically or horizontally that connect to previous words. If you use all your tiles first, you get to add the points from your friends’ remaining tiles to your own score. The game’s up when someone plays all their tiles. Be warned – this game is as addictive as the online version! $34.90 for Words With Friends Classic | Age 13 and up

The popular mobile drawing game has been brought to life! Two or four players compete in this fast and unpredictable game to be the first to earn 15 coins.

Here’s the best part – no drawing experience is needed!

Plenty of laugh-out-loud fun guaranteed. $39.90 for Draw Something Game | Age 8 and up

Play with your food Now you can create ice cream and sweet treats that will never melt. With the Play-Doh Sweet Shoppe Ice Cream Sundae Cart Playset, players can even use the softer, smoother Play-Doh Plus compound to crank out some “whipped cream” to top it all off!

Available at Toys’R’Us and major department stores. $19.90 for Play-Doh Sweet Shoppe Ice Cream Sundae Cart Playset | Age 3 and up

It’s all about money, money, money The classic money board game is now back in a local version with a twist! Monopoly Singapore: Then & Now sports a two-sided game board that features iconic past and present Singapore landmarks.

Get a fun history lesson as you make your millions in a dizzy world of property trading without any cooling measures. $79.90 for Monopoly Singapore: Then & Now | Age 8 and up www.hasbro.com

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Give your grey cells a workout with these toys and games!

Win, lose or draw

Build your own LEGO city Pay tribute to the Home Team with colourful LEGO bricks! Fight fire and crime with these sets that allow the entire family to build together. The LEGO CITY play sets is a great way for children to take on the roles of our everyday heroes. Both the Fire Station and Museum Break-in sets come with minifigures with cool tools and accessories – perfect for hours of role-playing fun! Available at all Toys’R’Us stores, major departmental stores and LEGO Mono Brand stores. $149.90 for Fire Station (#60004) | $109.90 for Museum Break-in (#60008) | Age 5 and up city.lego.com Join the brick clique LEGO User Group Singapore (LUGSING) is a great platform for LEGO fans to interact, join LEGO-related events and get the scoop on the latest prices and promos. Visit lugsing.forumotion.com to sign up now!

Mobile Fun

These games are 100% addictive – and they’re all free!

Candy Crush Saga Swipe your way to victory in your quest for candy. Tasty!

Blosics Awesome physics at play, complete with grumpy blocks that talk.

Flow Free It take logic to connect those pipes without crossing them.

Geometry comes alive

Cut the Rope Feed the little monster by cutting the ropes in the right order.

Word Search Boost your language (and eye) power with this word game.

Let your imagination run wild with this new construction toy that’s unique in its simplicity. Made of strong, flexible and recyclable polypropylene, Triqo enables you to build anything you want with just triangles and squares – be it a house, a flower, a mask or a bird. No wonder it’s used in mathematics lessons in Australia.

Available at Takashimaya, OG, Metro and from their website. $34.90 for Triqo Starter Pack Mix (30 triangles and 20 squares in 10 bright colours) | $149 for Deluxe Box Mix (150 triangles and 100 squares in 10 bright colours) | Age 5 and up www.triqo.com.sg Note: Prices shown are correct as at time of print.

food spy

Brunch Bites

Late risers, rejoice – here are some all-day brekkies to make your day!

LOTS Gourmet Stop This has to be one of the best eggs benedict you can find. LOTS is located all the way in the east, across from the Changi Women’s Prison, but don’t let this put you off. Their brunch delights and burgers are honest-to-goodness Aussie, the portions are generous and the prices are more than reasonable. You’d also do well to try the heavenly roasted chicken and beef stew. A great all-in-one place when you’re feeling peckish for Western fare.

Where 965A Upper Changi Road North Open Tue–Thu 10am–4pm, Fri–Sun 10am–4pm and 6–10pm Highlights Eggs benedict (poached eggs and hollandaise sauce on ciabatta with ham/ smoked salmon/portobello; available weekends only), LOTS English brekkie (eggs, streaky bacon, pork sausage, grilled tomato, sauteed mushrooms and baked beans with toast) and their gourmet burgers

Where 44A Prinsep Street and 81 Upper East Coast Road Open Mon 6–10pm, Tue–Thu 11.30am– 10pm, Fri 11.30am–12mn, Sat 10am–12mn, Sun 10am–10pm (closed 4–6pm every day) Highlights Garlic buttered prawns (medium pancake stack served with prawns buttered with garlic and cherry tomato salad on the side), The Druggie (three chocolate pancakes served with chocolate ice cream sprinkled with chocolate flakes and sliced strawberries topped with homemade chocolate sauce) www.strictlypancakes.com.sg

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Strictly Pancakes Founded by local pancakes pals Joanne Chuah and Eunice Leow in 2010, Strictly Pancakes has made a name with its eclectic offering of sweet and savoury pancakes. Chocolate addicts will love their triple (over)dose with the aptly-named Druggie, while their garlic butter prawns pancakes are simply love at first sniff. Great value for money for pancakes that are as tasty as they are filling.

Maison Ikkoku Ohayo gozaimasu! This gem opposite the Malay Heritage Centre may have coffee as its focus, but the brunch is good too. Worth trying are the eggs benedict, croque madame and gourmet sandwiches, which come with a choice of ciabatta or wholemeal bread. The classy decor lends itself well as a venue for gatherings, and you can venture upstairs to check out their boutique and cocktail bar. Time to grab a book and chill out and reflect about life… or just fill yourself with brunch and coffee.

Where 20 Kandahar Street Open Mon–Thu 9am–9pm, Fri–Sat 9am–11pm, Sun 9am–7pm Highlights Signature eggs benedict (parma ham with poached eggs topped with homemade hollandaise sauce on toasted English muffins), croque madame (honey glazed ham with melted swiss cheese on toasted sourdough, béchamel sauce and fried egg) www.maison-ikkoku.net

A for Arbite The fave brunch spot at Serangoon Gardens has now spread their roots to Kampong Glam. Chef Marc Wee continues his winning formula of serving affordable gourmet delights at his new 2,000-square-feet restaurant in the Aliwal Arts Centre. Already known for its brekkie hits, such as its French toast, calamari, handmade pastas and all-day breakfast sets that are bound to make you smile, the Aliwal outlet features Belgian brews and artisanal teas that diners can pair with their meals. They’re now having a truffle special till end May. Definitely worth a brunch outing with your mates.

Where Aliwal Arts Centre, 28 Aliwal Street #01-01 and 66 Serangoon Garden Way Open Aliwal: Tue–Fri 11.30am–2.30pm and 5–11pm, Sat 11am–11 pm, Sun 9am–9pm; Serangoon: Tue–Fri 11.30am–3pm and 6–10.30pm, Sat–Sun 11am–10.30pm Highlights Beef onglet tataki (beef marinated with shoyu and sesame oil served with onion soil and salsa verde), fingerling truffle potato (sautéed fingerling potato tossed with white truffle oil, mushrooms and truffle aioli), scotched egg (soft poached egg wrapped with minced bacon and pork, breaded and deep fried served with yuzu and wasabi hollandaise) www.arbite.com.sg Fabulous Baker Boy Have your cake and eat it at this quaint little cafe. Perched on a grassy knoll at the foot of Fort Canning Park, in the canteen of the former River Valley Swimming Complex, is this labour of love by local thespian and patissier extraordinaire Juwanda Hassim. Not only is their brunch absolutely droolworthy – check out their eggs benedict, prata and dessert offerings – the cakes are so good that you’d be crazy not to try any. Homemade soups, sandwiches, salads and espressos are also available to complete your day.

Where The Foothills, 70 River Valley Road #01-15 (it’s opposite Liang Court) Open Tue–Thu 11am–6pm, Fri 11am–11pm, Sat 10.30am–11pm, Sun 10.30am–5pm (brunch served on Sat 10.30am–3pm and Sun 10.30am–4pm) Highlights Towkay Ng’s eggs benedict (two poached eggs served on a toasted brioche, sauteed spinach, roasted rosemary potatoes and an Italian version of a hollandaise), Tata’s chicken curry (served with two pieces of FAB prata; available on Sundays only), the bread and butter pudding and the cakes (FAB Red Velvet, Salted Caramel Chocolate Torte, Apple Cider Stacker) www.thefabulousbakerboy.com

family fun

Fun with Art

Get creative with these activities for the entire family

Play with purpose

Brought to you by Adam Khoo Learning Technologies Group, LASY is an educational tool for preschoolers that’s used in early childhood centres, kindergartens, primary schools and special education centres in more than 50 countries. Each H800 set comprises 262 pieces, which can be used to build hundreds of different models, in a storage box designed to help children develop good habits in packing their tools. The LASY “Playing with Purpose” programme, which is presented in both English and Mandarin, aims to stimulate and develop skills such as divergent thinking, spatial reasoning and mathematical logic – a fun way to get a head start in life! Single-day family bonding events and school holiday workshops are both available. www.lasyplayingwithpurpose.com

HomeTeamNS members get a $30 discount off a LASY set, and a $50 discount voucher for May/June LASY Holiday Programme upon purchase of card to enjoy the discount.

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a LASY set! Present your membership

Do it all with art

Getting started in art has never been easier, thanks to cool art schools that offer a wide range of courses for the entire family. Be it canvas painting, mixed media, drawing, portraiture, ceramic, clay, frescoes and more, you can do it all at Artgrain, where you learn under the guidance of professional local artists at their two outlets in Thomson Ridge and The Grandstand. Trial classes are available at all time slots. Visit their website for details on their June holiday workshops. www.artgrain.com.sg

family fun

Just brick it

Did you know there are places in Singapore where children can learn with LEGO? With two branches in Valley Point and The Grandstand, Bricks4Kidz offers LEGO fun for children from 3 to 12. Preschoolers start with larger DUPLO blocks before moving on to smaller LEGO bricks, while robotics classes and camps are available for those who want to take it to a whole new level. Their propriety kits come with detailed instructions, and friendly instructors are on hand to guide children in building their own LEGO projects. Children also learn how to disassemble their projects and account for every piece, and to top it off they get to bring home an instant photo of themselves with what they built. Free plays sessions and birthday parties and events are also available. www.bricks4kidz.com.sg

HomeTeamNS members get 5% discount off class term sign-up and a sibling discount of 10%! Offer valid for May and June only. Present your membership card to enjoy the discount.

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Picasso meets gelato

Love art? Love gelato? If it’s yes to both, head down to Scoop of Art beside Marine Parade Library. Here you can have fun with the crafts available at the cafe anytime. The young ones and the not-so-young can spend a great afternoon chilling with gelato, food and art. Unleash your inner artist with their arts kits, which include paint-as-you-like wood models, animal coin banks, mugs, mirrors and more. The cafe is open from 10am to 10pm, so you can always come after school or during the weekends. They organise plenty of activities from children’s birthday parties to gelato-making workshops, so visit their website for the latest scoop. www.scoop-of-art.com

Comic relief

Creating a cartoon’s a lot more than just drawing funny characters – you also need to know how to develop a story.

With SG Cartoons, learn how a professional cartoonist thinks and draws, and get a creative workout in a fun way. You don’t need any prior experience or even be good at drawing! Led

by Dutch professional cartoonist Iskander, this six-hour hands-on workshop shows you the tips and tricks of the trade as you translate your own ideas into real cartoons. For SG Cartoons’ one-day workshops in May and June, check their website for the latest schedule. www.sgcartoons.com

dress the part

How To Look Hot In The Heat The mercury’s rising! Beat the weather by pairing stylish accessories with your existing wardrobe. No sweat!

Casual

Smart Causal Instead of a conventional tie, wear a bow tie, price unavailable, from H&M to achieve a preppy look

Don a straw hat, $14.90, from H&M to jazz up your outfit and stay cool in the heat

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Look suave and protect your peeps with these cool shades, $250, by Dolce & Gabbana from The Optique

Make it fun by wearing these fun polka-dot printed chino shorts, $34.90, from Uniqlo

Replace a blazer with a much lighter cotton nylon cardigan, $49.90, from Uniqlo

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Don’t forget a nice rubber strap watch, $179, by Armani Exchange from Watch Station to complete any outfit

Get smart in a shortsleeved pinstriped shirt, $149, from Ben Sherman

STOCKIST Ben Sherman #03-48 Paragon The Optique #B1-23 ION Orchard H&M Level 1 Orchard Building Pedro #B3-10 ION Orchard Uniqlo #01-15/16 Bugis+ Watch Station #02-22, 313 Somerset

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Swop your rubber flip-flops with these suede and calf leather sling-back sandals, $69, from Pedro

Fabulous Freebies!

Check out these special goodies just for you

Celio

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Now you can win 60 sets of vouchers worth $50 each!

Each set includes a $20 discount off any regular-priced shirt/ pullover and a $30 discount off any regular-priced pants/jeans.

Simply like us on www.facebook.com/celiosingapore and send a private message to Celio Singapore on Facebook with your full name, email address and mobile number.

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OTO Bodycare

Improve your core strength with the revolutionary OTO Cruncher worth $398.

Now you can win a set for free! Simply email frontline@publicitas.com with your full name, email address and mobile number.

Chambray shirt, $66.90

Live the sweet life with Celio Celio’s spring/summer 2013 collection is inspired by the ‘La Dolce Vita’ spirit, which means “the sweet life” in Italian. Neutral shades alternate with flashes of vibrant colours – the Celio wardrobe will bring you from dress-up days with classic fit shirts and pants, to casual weekends with tees, bermudas and light outerwear.

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Crunch your way to fitness Feel your abdominal muscles contract, squeeze your butt and hips and clench up to develop muscles in your arms, shoulders and chest. Now you can transform a sit-up into a reverse crunch in one easy movement. The OTO Cruncher includes four workout levels to suit different fitness abilities and can be folded easily to save storage space.

Jeans, $109.90

Vinci Gallery

Since 2009, Vinci Arts is committed to make quality art affordable with its diverse collection from Southeast Asian and European artists. Cut out this ad to claim a $50 discount when you buy an artwork!

Terms and conditions: • Valid for the months of May and June only.

• Applicable only for purchases over $100.

• This $50 discount is not applicable in conjunction with other discounts/promotions.

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young talent — SPF

Woodwind Wonder SC2 Benny Lim is in tune with performing with the best in the world

SC2 Lim Wei Cheah, Benny Age 23 Appointment Clarinetist, SPF Band, SPF Specialties Clarinet Achievements • Top in Open Division Gold, Singapore International Band Festival with Orchestra Collectives 2012 • Open Division Gold, National Band Competition with Temasek Polytechnic 2011 • Gold Award, Singapore Youth Festival with Saint Andrew’s School 2007

When it comes to perfecting a craft, there’s plenty that we can all learn from SC2 Benny Lim. Frontline catches up with this young clarinetist who has been playing with the best symphonic bands in the world.

What do you do in the SPF? I am a clarinetist in the Singapore Police Force Band. I have performed in many key events such as the National Day Parade and Police Day Parade.

How did you get started in playing the clarinet?

I started playing the clarinet at the age of 13 with the Saint Andrew’s School Military Band. I remember when I was in Saint Andrew’s Junior School, the secondary school held regular performances to promote both the school and the band. Their sound and the beautiful music they played sparked my interest, which grew with each and every performance. This led me to join the band when I went on to Saint Andrew’s School, and that’s how I started my journey in music.

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How did you become so good in what you do?

After I graduated from Saint Andrew’s School, I joined several groups in the music scene to explore my playing and gain more experience. These include the Philharmonic Winds, Singapore National Youth Orchestra, the Orchestra Collective and Windstars Ensemble. These groups gave me many opportunities to perform both locally and internationally, in foreign competitions and exchange programmes, and I have performed in Germany, Taiwan, Brisbane and America. These wonderful experiences have played an instrumental role in moulding my music and have made me a better person.

What’s next in your music career?

During my polytechnic days I did not have the time to take up any music courses. Now I wish to take my clarinet playing to the next level by enrolling in a good music school, where I can learn more about the instrument and develop my skills under trained professionals.

Any advice for aspiring musicians?

Always practice hard, and most importantly, also practice smart.

You’ll find that you can focus better if you remember to take breaks in between practising!

young talent — Scdf

Supreme Mastery LTA Lee Tze Yuan is a taiji exponent who practises zen with zest With a maturity that belies his youthful demeanour, LTA Lee Tze Yuan combines the philosophy of this ancient martial art with a modern sensibility of training smart for excellence. Frontline finds out what’s behind the fluid moves of a taiji talent to look out for in the coming SEA Games.

What do you do in the SCDF? I am a Platoon Commander in the Special Rescue Company @ HQ 1st CD Division. I respond to incidents involving chemical agents and mass casualties. I am also called upon to be on standby in major events like the F1 Singapore Grand Prix and National Day Parade.

How did you get started in taiji?

It was pretty much a coincidence. When I was 14, a family friend set up a wushu training centre and I was invited to give him my support.

I started off playing catching and badminton with the students there while watching the others practise taiji. Gradually I got interested, and before I knew it, I was training 12 times a week! I used to practise taekwondo before I switched to taiji.

How did you become so good in what you do?

I love what I do and I do what I love. This includes NS. I believe in finding a purpose in whatever you do, and to give it your all. If you’re not giving it your best, then don’t do it, because that’s wasting your precious time. We only live once, so treasure the moment.

What’s next in your taiji career?

I am aiming to represent Singapore in the 2015 SEA Games. Leading up to the SEA Games would be the 12th World Championships and the SEA games in 2013, as well as the Asian Games in 2014.

Any advice for aspiring martial artists?

Be efficient in what you do. Never waste time. Unlike athletes from other countries, here in Singapore we don’t have much free time to pursue sports. We can only use our brains more and train smarter than the rest of them. This way we can achieve the best results in the shortest time possible to be on par with others in the international arena.

PHOTOs long fei/t2 pictures, benny lim

LTA Lee Tze Yuan Age 23 Appointment Platoon Commander, Special Rescue Company, HQ 1st CD Div, SCDF Specialties Taiji, taiji sword Achievements • Sixth placing in Men’s Taiji Sword, 10th World Wushu Championships 2009 • Champion, Starhub International New Era Kung Fu Star Competition 2011 • Gold medallist in Men’s 32-style Taiji Sword, 11th Shanghai World Grand Wushu Festival 2012

Courses

BALESTIER CLUBHOUSE For courses at Balestier Clubhouse, please call Eddric at 6353-3131/6351-8139 or email events@hjc.org.sg

BALLET

Saturday Where Dance Studio Duration 10 sessions Tiny Tots (for age 4) When 1.30–2.15pm Fees $110 for members $115 for guests Pre-Ballet (for ages 5–6) When 9.30–10.15am and 3.15–4pm Fees $110 for members $115 for guests Primary Ballet (for ages 6–7) When 10.15–11am and 2.15–3pm Fees $110 for members $115 for guests Grade One (for ages 7–8) When 11.15am–12.15pm Fees $120 for members $125 for guests Grade Two (for ages 8–9) When 12.15–1.15pm Fees $130 for members $135 for guests

Sign up now!

For details, call Ms Evangeline Chong at 9734-8983 or email dancingstar.sg@gmail.com

Aqua-Zumba

Monday and Saturday Where Swimming Pool When Monday 8–9pm

Saturday 9–10am Size Minimum 6 participants Fees $100 for members

$120 for guests Duration 4 sessions

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For more details, call Ms Jean Tan at 9691-4973 or email aqua_4fitness@yahoo.com.sg

LINE DANCING Tuesday and Thursday When 7–9pm Where Dance Studio Fees $50 for members $55 for guests Duration 10 sessions

Thursday When 7.45–8.45pm Where Swimming Pool Fees $50 for members $60 for guests Duration 4 sessions

For more details, call Ms Jean Tan at 9691-4973 or email jh_jean@yahoo.com.sg

MUAY THAI

Friday For ages 5–12 When 7.15–8.15pm For ages 13 and above When 7.15–8.30pm Fees $135 for members $150 for guests Duration 3 months

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Sunday When 11am–12pm Where Learning Centre Fees $80 for members $90 for guests Duration 10 sessions

Aqua-aerobics YOGA

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AIKIDO FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN

TAEKWONDO

Tuesday Beginner When 7.30–8.30pm Intermediate When 8–9pm Where Learning Centre Fees $100 for members $110 for guests Duration 8 sessions

Wednesday When 7.30–9pm Where Learning Centre Fees $65 for members $70 for guests Duration 12 sessions

BAZGYM GYMNASTICS SCHOOL Weekdays and weekends Gym Bears (for ages 3–5) Fees $280 for members $290 for guests Duration Minimum 11 sessions Gym Boys/Girls (for ages 6–8) Fees $280 for members $290 for guests Duration Minimum 11 sessions Physio Gym (for ages 5 and above with special needs) Fees $340 for members $350 for guests Duration Minimum 11 sessions

Weekends Mini Bears (for ages 3–4) Fees $315 for members $325 for guests Duration Minimum 11 sessions One-time registration fee $25 for members $50 for guests

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For more details on class schedules, call BazGym at 6256-8191

JUDO

Sunday When 5–6pm Fees $100 for members $110 for guests Duration 10 sessions

SWIMMING LESSONs FOR CHILDREN

Saturday and Sunday When Saturday 3–7pm Sunday 10am–12pm and 3–6pm Size 5–10 students Fees $120 for members $140 for guests Duration 10 sessions

Courses

BUKIT BATOK CLUBHOUSE For courses at Bukit Batok Clubhouse, please call Edi at 6665-4609 or email ediyamin@hometeamns.sg

BADMINTON

Sunday When 2–4pm Where Multi-Purpose Hall Fees $80 for members $85 for guests Duration 1 month

Sign up now!

For more details, call Mr Jack at 6561-7078

Swimming

BALLET

Saturday and Sunday Where Dance Studio Duration 10 sessions Tiny Tots (for ages 4–5) When Sunday 11.45am–12.30pm Fees $110 for members $115 for guests Pre-Ballet (for ages 5–6) When Saturday 4.30–5.15pm Fees $110 for members $115 for guests Primary Ballet (for ages 6–7) When Saturday 3.45–4.30pm Sunday 11–11.45am Fees $110 for members $115 for guests Grade One (for ages 7–8) When Saturday 2.45–3.45pm Fees $120 for members $125 for guests Grade Two (for ages 8–9) When Sunday 12.30–1.45pm Fees $125 for members $130 for guests Grade Four (for ages 10–12) When Sunday 1.45–3pm Fees $135 for members $140 for guests Grade Five (for ages 12–15) When Sunday 3.30–5pm Fees $145 for members $150 for guests

Sign up now!

For more details, call Ms Evangeline Chong at 9734-8983 or email dancingstar.sg@gmail.com

PERSONAL TRAINING

Where Gymnasium One-to-one Fees $20 for members $25 for guests Duration Minimum 5 sessions Group (2 pax) Fees $30 for members $40 for guests Duration Minimum 5 sessions Note: 1.5 hours each session.

Prices quoted are per session

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For more details, call our gym instructors at 6665-4637 or email fitness_workz@ hometeamns.sg

Bollywood Dance Where Dance Studio Kids (for ages 4–8) When Thursday 5–6pm Children (for ages 9–14) When Friday 5–6pm Adults (ages 15 and up) When Tuesday 7.30–8.30pm Fees $100 for members

$110 for guests Duration 8 sessions

Sign up now!

For more details, call Ms Ranjani at 9674-4540 or email ranjuv@hotmail.com

Saturday and Sunday Where Swimming Pool Children Swimming Lesson (above 5 years old) When Saturday and Sunday

9–11am and 3–6pm Fees $170 for members

$190 for guests Duration 10 sessions Special Tadpole Class (5 years and below) When Saturday and Sunday

9–11am and 3–6pm Fees $200 for members

$230 for guests Duration 10 sessions

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For more details, call Mr Bruce Ong at 6569-5509 or email bruce.ong@camelotsg.biz

Aikido

Friday When 8–9.30pm Where Multi-Purpose Hall Fees $135 for members $150 for guests Duration 3 months

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SQUASH

Where Squash Court Junior Course Fees $190 for members $200 for guests Duration 10 sessions Beginner Course (4–8 pax) Fees $75 for members $85 for guests Duration 5 sessions Beginner Course (2 pax) Fees $130 for members $140 for guests Duration 5 sessions Intermediate Course (4 pax) Fees $180 for members $200 for guests Duration 8 sessions Intermediate Course (2 pax) Fees $240 for members $260 for guests Duration 8 sessions

Sign up now!

For more details, call Mr Richard Koh at 9664-5536 or email kohxt@pacific.net.sg

YOGA

Wednesday When 8–9.30pm Where Function Room Fees $100 for members $105 for guests Duration 10 sessions

Sign up now!

For more details, call Ms Helen Goh at 9185-1417 or email zeehelen@gmail.com

For more details, call Ms Cheen Cheen at 6256-0111 or email hq@aikidoshinjukai.com

ZUMBA Fitness

Monday, Wednesday and Saturday When Monday 7–8pm and 8–9pm Wednesday 7–8pm and 8–9pm Saturday 10–11am Where Dance Studio Fees $40 for members $48 for guests Duration 4 sessions

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For more details, call Mr Edi Yamin at 6665-4609 or email ediyamin@hometeamns.sg

Kickboxing

Saturday When 11.30am–12.30pm Where Function Room Fees $40 for members

$48 for guests Duration 4 sessions

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For more details, call Ms Joey Ong at 9295-5569 or email kickboxzfitness@gmail.com

Tennis

Where Tennis Court Adult Tennis for Beginners Fees $188 for members

$208 for guests Duration 6 sessions Tennis for Children Under 10 Fees $168 for members

$188 for guests Duration 6 sessions Tennis for Family Fees $158 for members

$178 for guests Duration 6 sessions Progressive Tennis Fees $190 for members

$200 for guests Duration 6 sessions

Sign up now!

For more details, call Mr Danny Yip at 9438-2951 or email whyip@uobkayhian.com

BODY TONING Saturday When 10.30–11.30am Where Dance Studio Fees $90 for members $100 for guests Duration 10 sessions

Sign up now!

For more details, call Ms Shirley Tan at 9744-1772 or email slq7277@hotmail.com

CLUB NEWS

Show of Force Jen Li Sheng is Singapore’s strongest man – for the fourth time!

It was a sweaty afternoon as hulking bodies heaved and grunted their way to glory on 23 March at Toa Payoh HDB Hub. Held annually since 2005, the HomeTeamNS Strongman Challenge sees contestants attempting feats such as pulling a six-tonne SCDF Red Rhino and SPF Jeep, walking with a 135kg log on each hand, flipping a 350kg tyre and deadlifting a 1.5-tonne car as many times as possible.

After a gruelling four-hour competition, it was Jen Li Sheng, 28, and Cheryl Foo, 22 – both personal trainers – who proved their mettle as Singapore’s strongest man and woman.

Jen made history as a four-time champion (2008, 2010, 2012 and 2013) while Cheryl, who was last year’s runner-up, blew the competition away with her impressive speed and strength.

www.strongmanchallenge.sg

WORDS & PHOTOS JEFFREY KONG

In the Men’s Individual category, Benjamin Soh took second place, while Tan Bin Soon took third place. In the Women’s Individual category, Nur Izzah Rahman took second place, while Malaysian Nur Farah took third place.

The winners of the Tertiary Tag-Team category are a pair of brothers, Nicholas and Nixon Tay from Republic Polytechnic, while the winners of the Home Team Tag-Team category are Mohd Abdul Alim and Muhd Bukhary, who were also 2012’s champions.

Well done to all our winners!

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in the force — MHA

Just playing his part

SGT(V) Welkers may look like an actor or tourist, but he’s a true-blue VSC officer

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ith his SPF uniform on, SGT(V) Stijn Welkers, 42, looks nothing like your ordinary policeman, because of his dark blond hair and sharp features.

The managing director of a software company moved to Singapore from the Netherlands in 1999, and joined the Volunteer Special Constabulary in 2008.

For 40 to 50 hours a month, SGT(V) Welkers would patrol the Toa Payoh neighbourhood to check on areas where crimes have been recently committed, and responds to 999 calls just like a regular officer.

Shopkeepers, parents and kids would often stop to chat with him.

WORDS JOANNE YAN PHOTOS MATTHEW WONG / ARTICLE REPRODUCED WITH PERMISSION FROM HOME TEAM NEWS

Once, a young boy mistook SGT(V) Welkers for a famous actor.

“He didn’t believe my firearm was real,” said SGT(V) Welkers.

Being different has its perks for SGT(V) Welkers – lawbreakers often mistake him for a tourist when he is on plainclothes duty.

“I can play many roles and uncover illegal activities where Singaporean police officers may have difficulty gaining access to,” he said.

SGT(V) Welkers applauds Singapore’s low crime rate and wants to help keep it that way.

“I think the situation of ‘low crime doesn’t mean no crime’ is already quite amazing. Just think about it – where in the world do people need to be reminded that crime exists?”

Being a law enforcer in Singapore has given SGT(V) Welkers a sense of fulfilment, especially when he deals with abuse cases and the return of lost children.

“Almost always, that’s where you can immediately contribute to someone’s safety and well-being, and that makes it all worthwhile,” he said.

An enthusiastic volunteer who is always ready to lend a helping hand, SGT(V) Welkers is here to stay, together with his Singaporean wife.

“Volunteer work takes up a lot of time, but if you enjoy it, you’ll never get tired of it,” he said.

in the force — sPF

Sharing for Success

Reaching out to future NS leaders with the APEX programme

The APEX dialogue with the top SPF leadership and future NS leaders was an enriching experience for all the NSmen involved.

Sharing their views were Mr Masagos Zulkifli, Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs and Foreign Affairs; Commissioner of Police, Mr Ng Joo Hee; Deputy Director PNS, DAC Manimaran Pushpanatan; and several NS Key and Command Appointment Holders.

The evening started with a presentation by APEX members CPL (NS) Hozefa Shakir and INSP (NS) Chua Tong Hern, who shared the strategic role APEX plays in achieving the SPF-HomeTeamNS Mission – managing the changing needs of a younger generation, enhancing the mutual value proposition of NS and better engaging the NS family. They also proposed setting up a HomeTeamNS Youth Club and called for APEX to play a greater role in finetuning and testing NS policies.

Another issue discussed was the role APEX could play in NS policy making. Mr Masagos and Mr Ng highlighted the Community Policing System (COPS) as an example.

COPS was designed to improve with ground feedback, and idea gathered from this feedback was a Facebook

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page. Many NPCs now have their own Facebook page, and this enables the SPF to harness the power of social media to reach out to the public and fight crime at the same time.

One key takeaway was an insight shared by Mr Masagos. He asked the group a question that was posed to Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric: “If you were a boss, would you choose someone with value, or someone with competence?”

Welch’s answer was simple. Take the one with value, and train him to be competent. Mr Masagos said that while competence can be trained, values such as resilience and perseverance should already be present in leaders. That was one of the key learning points gained from this APEX dialogue.

Three challenges for APEX leaders As raised by Mr Masag os Zulkifli, Senior Minis Home Affairs and Fo ter of State for reign Affairs • How can we increa se the patronage of on e of HomeTeamNS’ flagshi • How can we increa p clubhouses? se the value of signat ure HomeTeamNS events – the REAL Run and Strongman Challenge – while kee ping costs down?

• How can we work towards a more meani ngful exciting National Day Parade at Marina Bay? and

words INSP (NS) VINCENT HO WEI JIE, INSP (NS) KAMILUL ASHRAF KAMSANI

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n 5 March, a group of outstanding NSmen had an enriching dialogue session with the top SPF leadership. Organised by the Police National Service Department, the dialogue was part of the APEX (Actualising Potential, Enriching eXperience), an NS leadership programme that aims to identify and groom exceptional PNSmen to become future NS leaders.

in the force — scdf

Passing

on the

Torch

SCDF pays tribute to its outgoing NS KAHs and RAHs

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n 27 March, the SCDF expressed its appreciation to its outgoing NS Key Appointment Holders (KAHs) and Responsibility Appointment Holders (RAHs) in a ceremony at the Civil Defence Academy.

The ceremony also welcomed 247 ORNSmen who were re-appointed or newly appointed as KAHs and RAHs for the new work year.

In his opening address, Comr Eric Yap, SCDF Commissioner thanked the outgoing appointment holders for their services and welcomed the new ones on board. He also shared with them some upcoming developments, such as the Home Team Tactical Centre and NS Hall of Recognition.

AC Chong Hoi Hung, Senior Director (Corporate Services), presented tokens of appreciation to the outgoing NS Feedback Panel members, and certificates to those newly appointed on the Panel.

The event ended with a sumptuous buffet spread for all the NSmen.

SGT (NS) Mohammad Norman Bin Gatot Isman, Company Sergeant Major of MRT Shelter Company (Mountbatten), was excited about his new appointment: “Although I’m new, I am ready to accept the challenge. There are many responsibilities that come with the appointment, and it’s a rather big change from my previous role, but I am confident I can handle it.”

Above: Comr Eric Yap, Commissioner SCDF and AC Chong Hoi Hung, Senior Director (Corporate Services) with the NS Battalion Commanders for the current work year.

Below: LTC (NS) Alvin Low, Commander of 31A Rescue Battalion, receiving his certificate of appointment from Comr Eric Yap.

Talk the Walk SCDF holds annual dialogues to engage and seek feedback from ORNSmen

words LCP (NSF) HUANG LIHAO, NS PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT, SCDF

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he SCDF values the views of its NS leaders, as they enable the Force to fine-tune its policies before implementing them.

To engage and build rapport with these NSmen, the SCDF has been organising annual dialogues since 2009 as a platform to communicate new initiatives to NS leaders.

In WY 2012/13, three such dialogues chaired by AC Chong Hoi Hung, Senior Director (Corporate Services), were held for the ORNS Deputy Commanders of Fire Stations and appointment holders of the Rescue Battalions and Shelter Battalions.

Representatives from NS Personnel Department, Operations Department, Training Department, NS Training Institute and Fire Safety & Shelter Department shared upcoming changes to the NS organisation structure, ICT programme and other initiatives that would affect the NS units.

The SCDF engages NS appointment holders through dialogues such as this one chaired by Senior Director (Corporate Services) AC Chong Hoi Hung at the City Campus, which is situated at Central Supply Base, HQ SCDF.

These annual dialogues with different functional groups of appointment holders have enabled the SCDF to obtain insightful and constructive feedback. They also provide great opportunities for NSmen from different units to interact and learn from one other.

BIRTHDAY TREATS

It’s your birthday!

Enjoy the rewards of being a HomeTeamNS member with exclusive treats during your special month

SPA LE’ KRATON

HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, Tel: 6569-2515

Enjoy 50%+10% off on any face or body treatment (valid for one time only)

STARBOWL

HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, Tel: 6564-7500

Waiver of shoe rental

TANG SPORT SHOP HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, Tel: 6561-7078

$10 voucher

LASER QUEST HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, Tel: 6665-4632

Birthday package worth $180

BUKIT BATOK GOLF RANGE HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, Tel: 6567-4800

Free 50 balls

GUILIN RESTAURANT HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, Tel: 6899-2588

20% off a la carte and set menu

ART DE SPA

EATZI GOURMET BAKERY (HALAL-CERTIFIED) www.jpperperdine.com

15% off birthday cakes (minimum 1kg) for online orders only Terms and conditions: • Limited to one redemption on birthday month • Not valid for full-month cakes and wedding packages • Not valid with other vouchers, promotions, credit card offers and member’s discount • Print out the email order confirmation and present it with your membership card and NRIC during collection • Valid on eves of and on public holidays and special occasions

Dockers

313@Somerset #02-37, Bugis+ #02-01, CityLink Mall #B1-24, Plaza Singapura #03-45, Raffles City #01-14

50% discount

Terms and conditions: • Valid during birthday month • Visit www.hometeamns.sg to print out birthday voucher • Not valid with other promotions or discounts • Present NRIC and membership card to enjoy the offer

FIG & OLIVE (HALAL-CERTIFIED)

HomeTeamNS-JOM @ Balestier, Tel: 6251-0058

E-Hub Downtown East #02-119 and Jurong Point Shopping Centre #B1-62/63 www.figolive.com

BAZGYM GYMNASTICS SCHOOL

Free Brownie Divine worth $8.90 25% off total bill

50% off a la carte treatment

HomeTeamNS-JOM @ Balestier, Tel: 6256-8191

Complimentary bottle of red wine worth $60

Terms and conditions: • Valid during birthday month • Discount applicable with a minimum spending of $100 on a la carte menu • Not valid with other promotions and discounts • Promotion valid at all Fig & Olive Singapore outlets • Present NRIC and membership card to enjoy the offer

TEN DOLLARS CLUB FAMILY KTV KARAOKE

KIND HEARING

Free trial session worth $30 for the birthday child

JIMM’S PUB & KARAOKE LOUNGE HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, Tel: 6563-5231 HomeTeamNS @ Sembawang, Tel: 6758-0852

HomeTeamNS @ Chinatown, Tel: 6225-1231 HomeTeamNS-JOM @ Balestier, Tel: 6252-5508

$10 off with minimum spending of $50

The Heeren #12-09 and Novena Square 2 #B1-135 Call 6235-2425 for appointment

Free hearing test valued at $80

Terms and conditions: • Valid during birthday month • Not valid with other promotions or discounts • Please quote “HomeTeamNS” when making your appointment • Present NRIC and membership card to enjoy the offer

OUR IN-HOUSE TREATS Terms and conditions apply For more details, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg to print your birthday e-vouchers

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ME NUTRITIONS

For purchase, please call 9456-4537

20% discount on ME Nutrition Brand Terms and conditions: • Valid during birthday month • Not valid with other vouchers, promotions, credit card offers and member’s discount • Present NRIC and membership card to enjoy the offer

What’s on

Line Dancing Jamming Session When 4 May (Saturday) and 1 June (Saturday), 2–5pm Where HomeTeamNS-JOM Clubhouse Learning Centre Fees $2 for members, $3 for guests

9-Pin Bowling Tournament When 2 June (Sunday) and 1 September (Sunday),

9.30am–2pm Where HomeTeamNS-JOM Clubhouse Bowling Alley Fees $18 for members, $23 for guests • Registration starts at 9am, roll-off at 9.30am • There is a handicap of 15 points per game for women and children under 12 years • Cash vouchers worth $240 to be given away!

T-shirt Printing Workshop When 22 June (Saturday), 2–6pm Where HomeTeamNS-JOM Clubhouse Learning Centre Fees $55 for members, $65 for guests

Ever thought of designing and printing your own T-shirts? If you’re an entrepreneur, you can print tees for your workers or to promote your products and services.

If you’re an event organiser or teacher, you can print tees for participants and students. You can also print apparel for sale or to give away as gifts. Silkscreen printing is a creative skill that’s fun to learn as well!

Street Soccer Tournament 2013 When 15 June (Saturday), 9am–1pm

Where HomeTeamNS-JOM Clubhouse Street Soccer Court Fees $45 per team of four players • Cash prizes worth $660 to be won!

• Open only to HomeTeamNS and JOM members • Registration based on first come, first served basis

Volleyball Tournament 2013 When 6 July (Saturday), 9am–6pm Where HomeTeamNS-JOM Clubhouse Multipurpose Hall Fees $45 per team of six players (excluding reserves)

• Cash vouchers worth $280 and attractive prizes to be won!

• At least one team member must be a HomeTeamNS or JOM member • Registration based on first come, first served basis

To register, call Eddric at 6353-3131/6351-8139 or email events@hjc.org.sg

HomeTeamNS management reserves the right to cancel or postpone the courses offered with prior notice via email and website. In the event of cancellation of a course, a full refund will be made to participants who have paid before the commencement of the course. Please visit www.hometeamns.sg for updates on the courses offered.

What’s on

Lower Your Blood Pressure with the DASH Eating Plan When 18 May (Saturday), 1–2pm Where HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, CELL Room Fees $20 for members, $25 for guests

In this workshop conducted by the Singapore Heart Foundation, learn all about DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension), a balanced eating plan that has been shown to lower blood pressure.

Topics • What is high blood pressure and how to control it • The DASH eating plan and how to incorporate it in your daily diet • Ways to reduce sodium intake when eating out • Reading and discerning food labels

Draw and Paint Your Manga Character

When Four sessions: 18 May, 25 May, 1 June and 8 June (all Saturdays), 10.30am–12.30pm Where HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, CELL Room Fees $65 for members, $70 for guests Draw your own manga character! In this workshop for ages 7 to 14, learn how to make your manga come alive with colours and painting techniques. You’ll also get to bring home your own masterpiece! Please bring your own colour pencils, A3-size drawing block, watercolour/poster paints, point-tip paintbrushes and coloured markers.

Eating Well: Know Your Fats

When 1 June (Saturday), 1–2pm Where HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, CELL Room Fees $20 for members, $25 for guests People with high fat intake are at a higher risk for heart disease and stroke. This workshop conducted by the Singapore Heart Foundation will show you how to eat wisely by including more healthy fats and less of the unhealthy ones in your diet.

Topics • Your targets for blood cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL and LDL cholesterol • Cholesterol and the different types of fats and their influence on blood lipids • Reduce dietary cholesterol, saturated fat and trans-fat in your diet, and replace them with healthy fats • Simple ways to incorporate healthy fats in home-prepared meals and snacks • Choose wisely when eating out

Build Your Mini Safari When 15 June (Saturday), 10.30am–1pm Where HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, CELL Room Fees $30 for members, $35 for guests In this fun workshop for ages 5 to 10, create your own mini zoo with miniature animals and zookeepers. Materials provided include colour paper, small coloured cotton balls, coloured crepe paper, straws, plasticine, ice cream sticks and A4 board. Please bring your own colour pencils, scissors, glue and coloured markers.

To register, call Eric Tan at 6665-4607 or email eric_tan@hometeamns.sg

HomeTeamNS management reserves the right to cancel or postpone the courses offered with prior notice via email and website. In the event of cancellation of a course, a full refund will be made to participants who have paid before the commencement of the course. Please visit www.hometeamns.sg for updates on the courses offered.

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June Holiday Outdoor Family Cohesion When 22 June (Saturday), 9am–6pm Where HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok, Adventure Centre Fees $50 for members, $60 for guests

Bond as a family with an outdoor adventure this June holiday! Each family gets to pitch their own tent, cook in the great outdoors and rough it out with abseiling, rock climbing and a rope course challenge.

Udders Ice Cream Making Workshop

When 15 June (Saturday), 11am–1pm Where Udders Novena outlet at 155 Thomson Road (nearest MRT: Novena) Fees $45 for members, $50 for guests Make your own ice cream and eat your creations in this two-hour workshop, which includes an all-you-can-eat ice cream buffet!

Topics • Learn about the different kinds of ice cream • Learn to make ice cream at home using easily available equipment • Learn the pros and cons of different home ice cream machines if you wish to invest in one • Hands-on session where everyone gets to make their own ice cream!

• Ice cream buffet with all-you-can-eat ice cream, waffles and monster cones • 10% discount for take-away pints for participants after the workshop • Programme: Theory on making ice cream (30 minutes), hands-on ice cream making session (40 minutes) and all-you-can-eat ice cream buffet (50 minutes)

Focus on Fun Take aim with Archery Forces this June holiday

Take up the Art of Archery I Group Course Package this June.

We’re conducting weekday courses for Primary 5, 6 and Secondary students. Learn the art of archery in a safe and fun group setting!

Included in the package is the Art of Archery Competition on 29 June 2013, where students can show off their new archery skills at their graduation shoot – and bring home a medal or two!

Sign up now! Promotion price at just $120. You save $40!

Art of Archery Package Course

Date

Time

Holiday Class #1

4 June (Tue) and 5 June (Wed)

11.30am–2pm

Holiday Class #2

6 June (Thu) and 7 June (Fri)

2pm–4.30pm

Holiday Class #3

11 June (Tue) and 12 (Wed)

11.30am–2pm

Holiday Class #4

13 June (Thu) and 14 June (Fri)

11.30am–2pm

Art of Archery Competition

29 June (Sat) 4pm–6pm Package includes: Archery Level 1 Group Course, five hours range fee, five hours bow rental, two Kruger FITA target face and competition fee worth $160. Now at just $120!

To sign up, visit www.archeryforces.com/l1 or call 6310-1010.

club news

HomeTeamNS Children’s Education and Achievement Awards 2013 Applications are now open!

What is the Education Award?

This award is for students from lower income families (not exceeding a total monthly family income of $5,000) who perform well academically and in CCA & CIP (Community Involvement Programme) for the year 2012.

What is the Achievement Award?

This award is for students who excel academically as well as for their CCA & CIP (Community Involvement Programme) for the year 2012.

The financial status of the family is not taken into consideration.

Applicants must have a minimum B grade (Primary Level) or B4 (Secondary Level) or D (Pre-U / JC Level) or C (Polytechnic Level) for all subjects to be eligible to apply.

Education Award

Achievement Award

Primary

$500

$400

Secondary

$750

$600

ITE / Junior College / Pre-U / Polytechnic

$1,000

$900

Who are eligible to apply?

Only children of HomeTeamNS Ordinary members (and must not be under the employment of MHA, SPF, SCDF or other Home Team Agencies) are eligible.

Please note that submission of an application does not imply that the applicant has qualified for an award. For more information, visit www.hometeamns.sg or e-mail awards@hometeamns.sg

Application forms are available at all HomeTeamNS clubhouses, or you can download it from our website. Send your completed forms and supporting documents to HomeTeamNS by 30 June 2013.

Skip Your Way to Fitness!

Live it up with the FUNskip June Holiday Programme Rope-skipping has never been more fun! This six-day workshop for ages seven and up will introduce various freestyle ropeskipping skills in a progressive manner. The FUNskip June Holiday Programme is designed to help children boost their ABC (agility, balance and coordination), work as a team in skipping with fellow FUNskippers, and choreograph their moves to music. They’ll also get to show off their skills on the final day (Saturday) in a synchronised rope-skipping performance!

When 10–15 June (Monday to Saturday), 10–11.15am (six sessions) Where HomeTeamNS @ Bukit Batok Fees $125 per participant www.skipfit.net Sign up now! For more information, email hansen@vitagefitness.com or call 9793-9745.

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insurance scheme specially designed for HomeTeamNS members.

club news

Term Insurance Scheme for HomeTeamNS Members Protect your family against life’s uncertainties for

$0.40

only a day with HomeTeamNS Living Policy.

For more product information, call NTUC Income at 6788-5515 or visit www.income.com.sg.

This is for general information only. You can find the usual terms and conditions of HomeTeamNS Living Policy in the master policy contract issued to HomeTeamNS. The cover for HomeTeamNS plan will automatically end upon the termination of the master policy by either NTUC Income or HomeTeamNS. If you are unsure if this plan is suitable for you, we strongly encourage you to speak to a qualified insurance adviser. This plan does not have any cash value and is underwritten by NTUC Income. Information is correct as at 11 March 2013.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

This advertisement is for general information only and is not a contract of insurance. The precise terms, conditions and exclusions of these plans are specified in the Master Policy Contracts issued to HomeTeamNS. The cover for HomeTeamNS plans will automatically cease upon the termination of the Master Policies by either NTUC Income or HomeTeamNS. You should seek advice from a qualified adviser if in doubt.

If you choose not to, you will have to take sole responsibility to ensure that these products are appropriate to your financial needs and insurance objectives. These policies do not have any cash value. These plans are underwritten by NTUC Income.

When

Where

Event

6 June

Orchid Country Club

4 July

Marina Bay Golf & Country Club

11 September

Singapore Island Country Club

Annual Golf Championship

12–15 November

Qingdao Golf Trip

Annual Overseas Tour

These plans are protected under the Policy Owners’ Protection Scheme which is administered by the Singapore Deposit Insurance Corporation

(SDIC). Coverage for your policy is automatic and no further action is required from you. For more information on the types of benefits that Anniversary Golf are covered under the scheme as well as the limits of coverage, where applicable, please contact NTUC Income or visit the Life Insurance Association (LIA) or SDIC web-sites (www.lia.org.sg or www.sdic.org.sg).

Information is correct as of 1 January 2012

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Dates and venues are subject to changes. For updates, email sunarti@hometeamns.sg or visit www.hometeamns.sg

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Destination Desaru The Auto Adventure Club takes on the seaside town for the weekend This March, the AAC had a fun weekend of sea, seafood and shopping on a road trip to Desaru.

Led by AAC Chairman Mr Low Lai Choon and his committee, 24 AAC members set off from the Bukit Batok clubhouse at 7am. The convoy breezed through the Tuas Second Link to Gelang Patah for a hearty breakfast, before heading to the Johor Premium Outlets to indulge in a favourite Singaporean pastime. With discounts galore, many members were spotted leaving the outlets with bags of clothing and leather products.

After a good shopping fix, it was time to refuel. The group stopped at a small town called Taman Gaya for lunch. The Muslim members were treated to halal western food with steaks and lamb chops as their main course, while the non-Muslims had steamed fish and dishes such as the signature “Dong Po” pork at a Chinese restaurant.

Time for check-in! The group had some free time at the Lotus Desaru Resort, where they admired their duplex rooms by the beach, have some wet fun at the Water Park and Lazy River, or enjoy a therapeutic post-shopping massage at the resort. Dinner that night was a sumptuous seafood spread of lobsters, pepper crab and durian, which many had to struggle to finish!

The next morning, the group visited a ostrich farm, where they got to try some ostrich satay and omelette – a single ostrich egg can serve 20 people! Next was a tour of a fruit farm, which ended with a refreshing pack of chilled fruits after a hot day of walking. Then it was time for the final stop, the KSL Mall near Johor Bahru, where the members parted and shopped at their own leisure before returning home to Singapore.

This eventful and action-packed trip was definitely worth every cent paid. Be sure to catch the next AAC event in June 2013!

Closure of HomeTeamNS United Square Outlet As part of our change initiatives to keep HomeTeamNS relevant to NSmen’s needs, we will be upgrading our clubhouses at Chinatown, Balestier and Bukit Batok over the next year. We will be sharing these exciting plans with our members shortly.

Among the change initiatives will be the move to cease operations at our outlet at United Square with effect from 1 July 2013. Members can continue to enjoy entertainment facilities at the next nearest clubhouse at Chinatown (31/33/35 Smith Street, Tel: 6325-9248).

Alternatively, visit our clubhouses at Balestier, Sembawang and Bukit Batok.

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Visit www.hometeamns.sg for a selection of entertainment outlets with discount privileges for HomeTeamNS members. You can also redeem your NS45 vouchers at the outlets listed on our website.

For further enquiries, please email us at enquiries@hometeamns.sg We look forward to continue serving you.

Mr Jeffrey Tan Dy Chief Executive (Operations) HomeTeamNS

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Let’s Travel with HomeTeamNS!

When

Event

Destination

1 June

1D Tour

Singapore Trail with Duck Tour

14–16 June

3D/2N Tour

Ipoh and Cameron Highlands

7 July

1D Tour

Local Farm Tour

17 August

1D Tour

Malaysia Sarang Buaya Tour

9 September

1D Tour

Malaysia Makan Makan Tour

12–14 October

3D/2N Tour

Penang

7–9 December

3D/2N Tour

Kuala Lumpur and Sunway Lagoon

Check out the trips on www.hometeamns.sg For more details, email sunarti@hometeamns.sg

Check out our exclusive offers for members NAME:

Use your NS45 HomeTeamNS vouchers here!

Lifestyle & Shopping

NRIC:

V

HomeTeamNS

oucher

ExpiryDate: 31 March 2014

NS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS

NS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNSNS45HOMETEAMNSNS

• All outlets

• All outlets

• Plaza Singapura • Parco Marina Bay

• Marina Bay Sands • Velocity @ Novena Square • Paragon

• All outlets Note: Vouchers are not accepted for purchases of cigarettes, lottery products and FairPrice gift vouchers.

• Anchorpoint • Bedok Point • Causeway Point • Changi City Point • Compass Point • Northpoint • The Centrepoint • YewTee Point • China Square • Central • Robertson Walk • Valley Point Note: Exchange your NS45 HomeTeamNS vouchers for shopping vouchers at the customer service counters.

• Raffles City • Centrepoint • Marina Square • Jurong Point • Tiong Bahru Plaza

• Beverly Hills Polo Club • Pierre Cardin at Jurong Point

• Urban Studio at Changi City Point

• All outlets • www.zalora.sg/ns45

• All outlets

• All outlets • All outlets • All outlets

• Plaza Singapura • JCube

• Scotts • Orchard • Katong • Tampines • Serangoon

• Jurong Point • Century Square • Nex • All outlets

• All outlets • All outlets

• All outlets

• All outlets

Health & Wellness • Sporting House stores • Stadium • Sports Station • Adidas Takashimaya • Nike Jurong Point • Reebok Paragon

• Velocity @ Novena Square • JCube • Isetan Wisma Atria • Plaza Singapura

• All outlets • Liang Court

• Paragon • Marina Bay Sands

• Orchard Central

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• Pasir Ris Sports and Recreational Centre • Velocity @ Novena Square

• All outlets • ION Orchard • All outlets

Science Centre Singapore Food & Beverage

• All outlets

• All outlets

• All outlets

• All outlets

• All outlets • Marina Square • 313 Somerset • All outlets

• Blk 181 Toa Payoh Lorong 4, #02-602

• Chinatown Point

Leisure & Entertainment

HomeTeamNS Ordinary/Associate members can now visit the Singapore Science Centre for only $1 per admission letter! Four letters are available for redemption daily.

Terms and conditions: • Each letter allows the member to bring along four other guests for free.

• All bookings are released on the first of every month for the following month.

• For booking and enquiries, call 6665-4600/4604/4635.

Snow City • E!Hub @ Downtown East • Ang Mo Kio Hub

Enjoy one hour of Snow Play time at Snow City – right after your trip to Science Centre! Five letters are available for redemption daily.

• All outlets

Automotive • Inspection Centre (Sin Ming and Jalan Boon Lay) • Car • All outlets Evaluation Centre (Sin Ming, Commonwealth and Ubi)

IT

• Funan DigitalMall • The Pro Studio Terms and conditions: • Present your NS45 Voucher and NRIC/any photo ID at the checkout/payment counter/time of delivery.

• All participating merchants reserve the right to amend the terms and conditions without prior notice.

• Terms and conditions governing the use of NS45 HomeTeamNS vouchers apply.

• Visit www.hometeamns45.sg for more details.

Terms and conditions: • $20 per letter for weekdays (Mon– Thu), $25 per letter for weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun and PH).

• Each letter allows the member to bring three persons, regardless of age.

• If you have additional guests, you can purchase the tickets and enjoy 15% discount off all Snow City packages for the fourth pax admission.

• For booking and enquiries, call 6665-4600/4604/4635.

Opt-in for your NS45 benefits at www.HomeTeamNS45.sg today!

SAFRA and HomeTeamNS in-house tenants accept your NS45 vouchers as well!

Book now!

The first 10 members who book both the Snow City and Science Centre on the same day in the month of June will receive a pair of Omni-Theatre IMAX Movie vouchers!

PERKS & PRIVILEGES

Singapore Flyer Take in magnificent sights of Singapore at 165m above ground on the world’s largest observation wheel. HomeTeamNS members can now get a special admission to the Singapore Flyer with an authorisation letter!

Terms and conditions: • Only one pass is available daily and admits five people.

• $25 per letter for weekdays (Mon–Thu), $30 per letter for weekends (Fri, Sat, Sun and PH).

• For booking and enquiries, call 66654600/4604/4635.

X’pect Hair Treatment Too much colouring and chemical treatments can damage your hair. Revive your precious locks with the Fiole NP 3.1 Japanese Hair Treatment AF from the X’pect Group. This two-hour treatment costs $98 to $168, depending on the length of your hair.

Get 30% off a Fiole NP 3.1 Japanese Hair Treatment AF when you present this page at X’pect Studio!

Terms and conditions: • Offer is valid from 1 May to 30 June 2013 only.

• For booking and enquiries, call 6735-9932.

• Address: X’pect Studio, 360 Orchard Road, #01-09/10 Orchard International Building www.xpectstudio.com

Win a Fiole NP 3.1 Japanese Hair Treatment AF worth $168.

Three sets to be won!

Email your name, NRIC and home address to contests@hometeamns.sg

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Home Sweet Home Last issue we asked you to send in your photos that best capture the essence of home. Here’s our selection of the best!

Home is sweet when we spend a day with our precious little one.

Photo by Stanley Chong

Home is when my family gathers to eat the food I’ve lovingly prepared for them.

Photo by Pang Siew Chow

Only in Singapore! This “sotong” cab is the most patriotic cab I’ve ever seen. The sight of it just puts a smile on my face.

Photo by Josephine Ong

The nightscape of our garden city is something I like to capture and show off to my friends from abroad.

Photo by Sherlyn Ong

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