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Ifeel particularly proud welcoming you to this issue, a special anniversary edition celebrating 75 years of ANZA in Singapore. And wow - have we come a long way since 1948! What started out as a ‘boys club’ for Aussies and Kiwis has transformed into a huge multicultural association for everyone (yay!).

To pull this mag together we’ve spent hours delving into dusty boxes and poring over old documents as a bid to investigate our history. Not an easy task! I soon realised that while old files and photos are a fabulous resource, nothing shines quite so much as when our members speak directly about ANZA themselves.

This is exemplified in ‘You’re A Diamond’ on p44 where we hear from some of our longest-standing ANZA members, most of whom have been part of the gang for over 30 years! I defy anyone not to feel emotional while reading ‘Great Mates’ on p56 which reveals some heartwarming friendships that have developed directly through our association (and a penchant for vino!). We keep the love flowing on p50 with ‘Follow The Leaders’, a piece about our amazing group volunteers, without whom ANZA would not function.

Elsewhere you’ll find cool staycation travel ideas on p70, and as Singapore’s National Day is on 9 August, I’m thrilled to showcase local design brand, Onlewo, on p76. My favourite feature however, is the fascinating insight into Māori heritage as shared by Māori elder and