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contents MARCH – APRIL 2015

CLUB BUZZ 04 All that’s hip and happening in HomeTeamNS

TRENDING NOW 10 Celebrate our local talents with these four homegrown artists

FOOD SPY 16 Satisfy your chocoholic cravings with these cool creations

NEW RELEASES 22 Bringing you the latest in

the world of entertainment

IN THE FORCE 23 What’s happening in MHA, SCDF and SPF

PROFILE 28 China trailblazer Koh Chin Yee and 999 operator Mohamed Noh Iskandar

THE EDGE 40 AON career as an artist could be more risky than you think

WELCOME!

In this issue, be inspired by four artists whose work celebrates the everyday in a uniquely Singapore way! In the same spirit, we’re always thinking of new ways to honour our NSmen and their families with cool events and better facilities. It’s been ten years since CDANS and SPANS merged to form HomeTeamNS, and to mark that we’ve got you some Anniversary Special deals in the Amazing Treatz section. Finally, we hope you enjoy the March holidays and we wish you a happy Easter. See you at the Club!

The FRONTLINE Team

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EDITORIAL ADVISORS PRESIDENT

Mr Masagos Zulkifli, Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs and Foreign Affairs

VICE-PRESIDENT

Mr Hoong Wee Teck, SPF Commissioner

VICE-PRESIDENT

Mr Eric Yap, SCDF Commissioner

GENERAL SECRETARY

DAC Manimaran Pushpanatan

TREASURER

Mr Ivan Chua

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

Ms Agnes Eu

DIRECTOR, CORPORATE SERVICES

Ms Amanda Tan

BRANDING AND PUBLICITY COMMITTEE

Mr Jonathan Wan (Chairman), Mr Hisham Bin Hasim, Mr Adrian Chye, Mr Shahrul Bahri, Mr Jason Lim

EDITORIAL COMMITTEE

HomeTeamNS: Eric Yeong, Risdawatie Idris, Muhammad Fairuz Bin Mohd Amir, Alvin Chew SCDF: Diana Yuen SPF: Shanaz Thoufeekh

CONTACT

Tel: 6708-6600 Fax: 6708-6669 Email: enquiries@HomeTeamNS.sg

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AMAZING TREATZ 20 Don’t miss out on our special

lineup of jaw-dropping deals this March and April!

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WHAT’S ON 30 Workshops and events at your clubhouses

COURSES 38 Fun classes for all in the family

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BIRTHDAY TREATS 26 Celebrate your special day with PERKS & PRIVILEGES 27 Exclusive promos, discounts and

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HOW TO SIGN UP/RENEW YOUR HOMETEAMNS MEMBERSHIP?

• Via online at www.HomeTeamNS.sg (payment via eNETS services) • Via reception counter at all HomeTeamNS clubhouses (payment via cash, NETS or VISA) • Via mail-in membership form with cheque made payable to “HomeTeamNS” and send to: Membership Services Department HomeTeamNS Balestier Clubhouse 31 Ah Hood Road, Singapore 329979 For full terms and conditions, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg For enquiries, call 6705-9499 or email membership@HomeTeamNS.sg FRONTLINE 3

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A MAN OF STEEL AND COURAGE Respected by his peers, and well-liked by his men, former Commissioner of Police Mr Ng Joo Hee is ready to take on new challenges

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n 10 February 2015, a farewell dinner was held in honour for Mr Ng Joo Hee, the outgoing Commissioner of Police at HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok. The event was attended by 80 invited guests, which included Mr Masagos Zulkifli, President of HomeTeamNS, and Mr Hoong Wee Teck, the new Commissioner of Police.

Mr Ng has been the Commissioner of Police for five years, and has given 29 years of his life to serving the nation in the SPF. His single-minded dedication to his work and the passion he displayed have impressed many of the guests who turned up to celebrate his achievements.

“What I really admired about him is his leadership, that when he really believes in something, he would stand up for it,” recalled Mr Charles Ng. “I have had the opportunity to work with him in the same committee in the transformation of HomeTeamNS. The questions he asked during the sessions were thoughtprovoking, as he really thought out of the box, to make sure that we achieve the right objective, which is to make HomeTeamNS as sustainable as possible, that it can go on for a long time, and that it serves its members with their interests at heart.”

A man of action, rather than words, Mr Ng is focused and determined, and this is evident in how he has led the SPF to bring down the crime rate in Singapore. In his role as Commissioner of Police, the crime rate hit a 30-year low in 2013. Yet, he still comes across as a leader who cares for the men and women in blue whose mission is to safeguard public safety in Singapore all day, all year long.

Said Mr Lim Kok Hwa, NS Commander, Clementi Police Division: “As a staff officer, I had worked with him for a short stint, when he was the Deputy Director of Operations, Special Duties. To me, he is a friendly and forthcoming leader. He has really contributed a lot to the SPF, and recently with the transformation of HomeTeamNS. Now we can see the difference, in terms of the clubhouse facilities and activities, as it is very NSmancentric and family-oriented.”

Firm at making tough decisions, in whatever capacity he is in, Mr Ng has struck many with his steadfastness and resoluteness, never losing sight of what is the most important when it comes to his service: the people who work with him.

“Mr Ng is one of those leaders who makes strong decisions when it is needed.

He told me that the HomeTeamNS transformation would only be successful if we go beyond the hardware aspects to the software,” said DAC Manimaran Pushpanatan, general secretary of the HomeTeamNS committee.

“To him, you have to engage both the NS commanders and the men to find out exactly what HomeTeamNS means to them. It was this engagement that gave us a lot of insight into how we should shape the HomeTeamNS transformation, how it should look like, what it is they want, how it is to change it. We made sure that the NS commanders were actively involved in the changes that they wanted to see.”

Mr Ng Joo Hee is currently the chief executive of the Public Utilities Board, and HomeTeamNS wishes him all the best in his new role.

SERVING WITH DISTINCTION: MR NG JOO HEE, 48

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Awarded SPF Overseas Scholarship

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Police Monitor with the UN peacekeeping mission in Cambodia

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Set up and led the STAR Unit, the SPF’s elite hostage rescue outfit

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Deputy Director, Criminal Investigation Department

2001–2003

Commander of Central Police Division

2003–2007

Director, Police Intelligence Department

2007–2010 Director of Prisons

2010–2015

Commissioner of Police

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Brothers in arms For Leon, a career with the AETOS family has made him a better leader

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nsp (APF) Tan Cher Siang, Leon served his full-time NS in SCDF

before pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business at the Singapore

Institute of Management (SIM) in 2007. He then signed on with the

SCDF as a Rota Commander, where he responded to incidents such as fires, accidents and even suicide attempts.

Some of his memorable experiences include the 2011 Serangoon

Central market fire and the 2011 Defu Lane warehouse fire.

“In 2013, I wanted a change in work environment,” said Leon. “Following

my passion for the uniformed group, I came to know about AETOS through an online job portal and took a leap of faith… it has paid off today.”

With more than 60 men under his charge, Leon is the Officer Commanding

(OC) for the organisation’s business division – Cash & Valuables Management

Services (CVMS), which includes Cash-in-Transit Services and the newly set-up

Self-Service Banking (SSB). His team is responsible for cash replenishment and the transport of cash and valuables for clients in both private and public sectors.

“The same rules apply here in AETOS and I’m able to hone my leadership

skills. Being in a senior position, you have to know your stuff, know when you

can and cannot do certain things. If the officers are toiling out there and you just sit back and give instructions, no one will respect you as their leader.

“I made the right choice when I joined AETOS to further my career. This is a

workplace that rewards employees based on their performance and I think this is

“They are not just my men, they are also my friends… all part of the AETOS family”

very important when choosing an organisation to pursue your interests.

“They value my leadership skills and my knowledge about operational

planning… they even entrusted me with the task of leading their new business

unit. Today, the CVMS division has grown by leaps and bounds, and I’m proud to say that this is all thanks to my officers, for it was only made possible with their effort and dedication.

“They are not just my men, they are also my friends… all part of the

AETOS family.”

Visit www.aetos.com.sg or call 1800-5646-273 to find out more about joining the AETOS family today!

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SIZZLIN’ IT UP AT BALESTIER!

Enjoy more good food for a good cause at the new FIX Grill This April, HomeTeamNS members enjoy a special 10% discount on all items at the new FIX Grill!

Feast on classics such as the Seafood Aglio Olio Pasta and Grilled Squid on Wild Rice, get a taste of the sea with a healthy twist with Seared Hokkaido Scallops on Quinoa, and get tangy with the White Bergamot Mousse for dessert.

You can choose to dine indoors or al fresco, or even reserve the space for your own parties.

In keeping with the same fine tradition of Project FIX, a social initiative that empowers youth-at-risk with F&B skills, the halal-certified FIX Grill serves original handmade food for all. See you there!

CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: White Bergamot Mousse, Grilled Squid on Wild Rice and Seafood Aglio Olio Pasta

“HOMIES” ON THE MOVE!

Unlock the latest secrets with the HomeTeamNS mobile app Now, booking chalets and signing up for events at your clubhouses have never been easier.

Stay logged in to receive push notifications on all that’s new and cool in HomeTeamNS! Pssst… Remember those cute figurines? We will be announcing a special figurines giveaway for our members via the mobile app at the end of March.

Your mobile app is our way of saying “thank you” as we celebrate 10 years of honouring our SCDF and SPF NSmen.

Now available for iOS and Android – download now!

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SPRING CELEBRATIONS IN THE HEARTLANDS Chinese New Year goodies, activities, giveaways and lucky draw prizes galore at the first HomeTeamNS Spring Festival!

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s we ushered in the Year of the Goat, HomeTeamNS organised its inaugural Spring Festival to celebrate with our members.

Held at our Bukit Batok Clubhouse on 7 and 8 February, some 300 members and their families popped over for their Chinese New Year (CNY) goodies shopping, and bonded over a range of interactive fringe activities.

The “west side” clubhouse transformed once again with CNY decorations and fun activities such as a Chinese Calligraphy Couplets giveaway, personalised chopsticks, customised clogs keychain, movie screenings and a colouring contest for children.

The famous Ah Huat Mascot and the God of Fortune also joined in the celebration to take pictures with the crowd. The roving mascots delighted NSmen and their families as well as regular diners at our restaurants.

Said HomeTeamNS member Mr Choong, who participated in the lucky draw: “I was pleasantly surprised to win the grand prize of a Michael Kors ladies’ handbag in the recent HomeTeamNS

Spring Festival Lucky Draw. What better way to kick off the Year of the Sheep!

“I’ve been visiting Bukit Batok Clubhouse for a couple of years now and I really like the newly renovated club, especially the Fitness Workz Gym, which now has more workout stations.

“I’m also pleased with the new food establishments and supermarket, among many other changes. It makes coming here a pleasant experience every time.”

Said event organiser Ms Risdawati: “We are constantly improving our events and activities to encourage our members to patronise our Clubhouses. Besides being a one-stop entertainment, dining and fitness hub for our members and their families, we want them to feel at home with each visit. We’ll have more exciting events lined up for our members in 2015!”

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Reel stories

Chia Aik Beng, photographer

Ray Pang, independent filmmaker

An iPhone was all Chia Aik Beng had in hand to document people and scenes he experienced when he began exploring the streets of Little India five years ago.

But you’ll see in his book Tonight The Streets Are Ours that the photos he shot can easily rival snaps taken with fancier equipment. His hunting grounds have expanded to the heartlands of Singapore, such as Boon Keng and Tiong Bahru, and his arsenal now includes an Android smartphone and a digital camera.

Patience is a key ingredient, especially for portrait shots. “I usually take the time to get to know my subjects first before asking permission to snap a photo.”

He gets told “no” a lot, but Aik Beng perseveres, driven by an undeniable curiosity. For example, his photos of members of the oldest Teochew opera troupe in Singapore (above), were borne of his desire to discover the real people behind the makeup and costumes.

Award-winning filmmaker Ray Pang’s passion for storytelling began young.

In primary school, he started drawing comics and selling them to friends. Then in polytechnic, he discovered film was a better way to tell his stories.

Exploring issues such as death, life and betrayal, his short films have won various awards in Singapore and overseas. The ingredients of his success?

Making mistakes, life experiences, letting his imagination run wild, and putting “heart” into his films.

“Having a passion is easy but having the perseverance to make it a career is tough. So support from friends and family is essential,” says Ray. “The hardest thing about being a filmmaker in Singapore is finding enough funds and having the freedom to stay true to your vision. But the best thing is that you are among a handful of people who dare to dream by telling stories.”

www.aikbengchia.com www.instagram.com/aikbengchia

www.raypang.com.sg www.catharsisfilm.asia FRONTLINE 11

UNLEASH YOUR INNER ARTIST! INSPIRATION IS EVERYWHERE Many artists draw on their own experience and everyday life – as well as fellow artists – for inspiration. Often it is the mundane that triggers ideas in an unexpected way.

YOU DON’T NEED EXPENSIVE EQUIPMENT While good hardware helps, what is far more important is how you use what you have.

For example, a top-of-theline DSLR will not produce good pictures if you don’t pay attention to composition and use it like a point-and-shoot.

SHOWCASE YOUR WORK Have an online portfolio and maintain a simple website with a brief description of your work and how people can contact you.

START SMALL Being an artist doesn’t mean you have to quit your day job.

Many creative folks start by selling their work as a hobby, then invest what they earn into buying their materials, boosting their presence and upgrading their skills.

LEARN FROM THE BEST Andy Choo runs comic art lessons in his studio at *SCAPE and Ray Pang runs workshops at the Singapore Media Academy for youths and hobbyists. Meanwhile, Objectifs (www.objectifs.com. sg) runs various photography workshops where you can pick up new skills and meet like-minded people.

DARE TO DREAM Stop doubting yourself. If it feels right, you have a story to tell. Make it happen!

Cross -cultural laughs Evangeline Neo, comic artist Many people merely talk about the annoyances of their daily lives. Not Evangeline Neo, or Eva. She uses these frustrations as fodder for her work instead and has created a unique brand of comics highlighting the differences between life in Singapore and in Japan, where she lived for a few years.

It’s earned her many fans and she even published a collection of her hilarious comic strips last year in a 127-page book titled Eva, Kopi and Matcha.

However, her success hasn’t shielded her from being asked questions like “Is that a real job?” and “You can make a living from that?”

“I get that so often that I don’t find them offensive anymore,” she laughs.

Eva also confesses to having thought of giving up being a full-time comic artist countless time to return to a more stable job as a lecturer. “But it wouldn’t be as fulfilling for me.” www.eva.sg

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Celebrating the everyday Andy Choo, comic artist As a child, Andy Choo loved to imagine his father’s taxi turning into a Transformer.

But it was only in 2013 that he drew out this childhood fantasy. “It went viral and people started asking me to ‘transform’ other public transportation too,” he laughs. “My dad thinks it’s quite cool.”

Andy is currently working on a new manga series that puts a new spin on all our shared memories of the nightmare of exams while in school – by having the main characters (right) based on himself and his girlfriend chasing down and slaying “Exam Monsters”.

It’s this knack for seeing the humour in things most ordinary and drawing them out that makes Andy’s comics so interesting. “People keep saying that Singapore is a very boring place, but I think they just can’t see the funny things around them,” he says. “Go for a walk and really open your eyes to what’s around you. Ideas will just come.” www.andimoostudios.com FRONTLINE 13

FIM MOTOCROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 8 March N akornchaisri Circuit, Thailand

Get ready to get dirty! Expect plenty of thrills and spills in this off-road race that will test the best two-stroke and four-stroke bikes.

There's also a race for women riders – look out for it!

SUPER GT

20–21 June C hang International Circuit, Thailand

The Thailand round of the Super GT is the one and only race that takes place outside Japan, and the Buriram circuit is the first FIA Grade I track in Thailand.

Here you can catch the world’s fastest GT cars, and the engineering concepts and details are a spectacle in itself.

BANGSAEN THAILAND SPEED FESTIVAL

24–29 November B angsaen Street Circuit, Thailand

This street race in Southeast Asia is like no other. Here all kinds of cars – small CC one-make races, 2.0L touring cars, GT3 Ferraris and Lamborghinis – are pushed to the limit along Bangsaen Beach.

SEPANG 12 HOURS 4–6 December S epang International Circuit, Malaysia

The most gruelling endurance race in Asia sees close door-todoor racing between the various classes, including touring cars and GT3 cars, which race on the same track at the same time.

MACAU GRAND PRIX 19–22 November G uia Circuit, Macau

This is the only circuit in the world to host twowheel and four-wheel racing over the same weekend. The street circuit means plenty of long straights with very tight hairpins, with almost zero run-off areas.

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7–8 March H o Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Now in its third year, the annual Motul Stunt Fest gathers top stunt riders around the world to present a spectacular show of moves you never thought were possible on wheels.

FIA WORLD ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP

– 6 Hours of Shanghai 1 November S hanghai International Circuit, China Now in its fourth season, this series will see Le Mans Prototypes and grand tourerstyle racing cars battling in a true test of endurance. What's more, Nissan NISMO will finally be making a return with their two-car LMP1 entry!

MOTUL GRAND PRIX OF JAPAN

9–11 October T win Ring Motegi, Japan

MotoGP is the headline event at this popular motorcycle track, which also hosts many other major races. Motul is the title sponsor of the Japanese round of the MotoGP World Championship for 2015 to 2017.

The Race Is On

Catch the best motor action in Asia with Motul!

WIN EXCLUSIVE MOTUL GOODIES! Two sets of Motul goodies to be won! Each set includes an exclusive coin can, calendar, lanyard, pen and stickers. Just answer this question: “Where will the Motul Stunt Fest be held?” Email your answer, name and contact number to enquiries@motul.com.sg

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ALL YOU NEED IS CHOCOLATE Satisfy your chocoholic cravings with these cool creations!

Green waterfall

Chocolate fondue has no more kick? Your marshmallows are welcome to dive into the green tea chocolate fondue fountain in the dessert section of buffet restaurant Lime. Yes it’s green, but it sure tastes better than veggies, plus there’s free flow of desserts with the sinful substance. Lovely!

WHERE Level 1, Parkroyal on Pickering, 3 Upper Pickering St OPEN Mon–Sat 12–2.30pm, Sun 12–3pm, Mon–Sun 6.30–10.30pm

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Fusion makes

Explore artistic treats made from chocolate, marshmallows and everything nice at the Janice Wong sweets boutique, the latest creation of the 2am:dessertbar founder.

There you can choose from 38 flavours of chocolate paint (pictured) and grab laksaflavoured chocolate bonbons. But wait! A crispy, buttery Chocolate Kouign Amman beckons from Tiong Bahru Bakery in Tangs across the road. How can you resist?

Janice Wong: 10am–10pm daily Tiong Bahru Bakery: Sun–Thu 8am–8pm, Fri–Sat 8am–10pm

Any self-respecting chocoholic will find it hard to say no to O’Coffee Club’s signature Muddy Mud Pie – a towering slice of two layers of cappuccino and chocolate ice-cream on a cookiesand-cream base. Cool, creamy and absolutely delightful, if this sweet slab won’t give you a massive sugar rush, nothing will.

WHERE Various locations, including 7 Raffles Place OPEN 8am–10pm daily

Liquid gold

Otherworldly cakes

WHERE

Janice Wong: ION Orchard #04-12 (pop-up store till mid-August) Tiong Bahru Bakery: #L1-16B Tangs Orchard. Also at 56 Eng Hoon St and #B1-11/12 Raffles City Shopping Centre OPEN

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Easy as pie

Here’s one for those who prefer to drink their chocolate. Wash away the bad karma of a lousy day with a handcrafted single-origin hot chocolate at Chocolate Mark, a chocolate café tucked away in Wilkie Edge. If you’re craving some alternative oomph, try the scrumptious Chocolate Opera – that’s melted chocolate with tea for you.

WHERE #01-11 Wilkie Edge, 8 Wilkie Road OPEN Mon–Fri 10am–10pm, Sat 9am–9pm

Durian delights

Savour Goodwood Park Hotel‘s Durian Chocolate Macarons (pictured), which are available till August. Or try Table at Pip’s Durian Chocolate – D24 durian mousse and marmalade on a choc sponge base.

WHERE

Goodwood Park Hotel: 22 Scotts Rd Table at Pip’s: #B1-11/22 Orchard Central OPEN

Goodwood Park Hotel: 9am–9pm daily Table at Pip’s: Mon–Fri 11am–3pm, 6pm–10.30pm, Sat–Sun 11am–10.30pm

If you’d like to be taken straight to heaven, Awfully Chocolate’s Super Stacked Chocolate Cake will do the trick: moist chocolate sponge alternated with six layers of fudge made from different types of chocolate. Add a scoop of their special hēi dark chocolate ice-cream, then try not to gobble it all in three seconds flat.

WHERE Various locations, including #01-156 VivoCity OPEN 10am–10pm daily FRONTLINE 17

Make your A dreams happen Get a solid foundation for success with Ngee Ann-Adelaide

re you at a crossroads in your life? Embark on your passion and upgrade yourself at Ngee Ann-Adelaide (NAA), a joint venture partnership between two of the most respected and established institutions in the Asia Pacific region: the Ngee Ann Kongsi and the University of Adelaide.

NAA allows local students to pursue a quality Australian tertiary education in Singapore. The University of Adelaide is a member of the Group of Eight, a coalition of Australia’s top research universities. Here are two students who chose NAA to give them an edge in their career.

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Tan Si Tian, Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) Ever heard of students playing games in a university lecture?

That’s exactly what Tan Si Tian, 21, did in a module on marketing strategy as part of her commerce degree with Ngee Ann-Adelaide (NAA).

The Bachelor of Commerce is a full-time, oneyear programme that grants up to 12 modules in advance standing. Students can choose to specialise in International Business, Management or Marketing.

“We played games in class to simulate decisionmaking in different market scenarios,” said Si Tian, who intends to pursue a career in marketing. “I believe this will help me to identify and understand customers’ needs and wants efficiently.”

For Si Tian, it is a big plus that the University of Adelaide sends their academic staff to Singapore to share their knowledge and expertise. Students at NAA also undergo the same curriculum, receive the same sets of lecture notes and sit for the same examinations as those over in Adelaide.

However, unlike many of her peers, Si Tian was able to finish her degree in a shorter time. She was entitled to advanced standing due to credits granted for her Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Temasek Polytechnic.

Si Tian appreciates the personal touch and the attention she gets from the lecturers.

“Lecturers often greet us by our first names, and are always enthusaistic in attending to our needs,” said Si Tian. “Class size is deliberately kept small for optimal lecturer/student ratio, so lecturers can spend more time addressing any queries that we may have.”

It’s not just about doing well in studies. NAA believes in exposing students to non-academic programmes, especially those for a good cause.

“I enjoy campus life because we take part in events such as the Run for Hope, and NAA actually sponsors students to take part and support cancer research,” said Si Tian. “NAA has not only helped me grow in knowledge, but also contributed to my personal development and character building.”

MAKING IT WORK LIKE A BOSS

Oh Hangqi, Bachelor of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Cooking fries in a fast food uniform for an academic presentation – that’s a memorable learning experience for Oh Hangqi, 23.

The SPF NSman, who was an NSPI with Bedok Police Division, really dressed the part for his module on innovation and creativity as part of his business degree with NAA. An entrepreneur who runs his own company that provides IT solutions and mobile apps, Hangqi intends to put what he had learnt into practice right away.

“The Bachelor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship degree programme provided me with excellent insights on how I should structure my company to make it more efficient and effective,” he said. “The programme also provided me opportunities to explore new possibilities.”

Aspiring entrepreneurs will appreciate practical advice provided on local and international business law.

“There is a module on applied entrepreneurship that really helps me in my business,” said Hangqi.

“It gives me a good grasp on Singapore business laws, such as the contract law, as well as dealing with international businesses. This is useful when I expand my business internationally in the near future.”

For Hangqi, it is both the quality of the lecturers and fellow students that makes a difference.

“The lecturers have practical business experiences to share, and I like it that I am learning and growing with fellow students who are also like me – entrepreneurs who are keen to start, grow their current businesses or innovate from within their

current work environment.”

For enquiries or consultation: 6738-2910 admissions@NAA.edu.sg www.NAA.edu.sg ngeeann.adelaide

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Mosaic Music Series: Rodrigo y Gabriela WHERE Esplanade Concert Hall WHEN 11 April, 7.30pm WHAT You might have heard their music

on Breaking Bad or Pirates Of The Caribbean: On Stranger Tides... Acoustic guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela started out playing heavy metal music in their native Mexico more than 15 years ago and have since captivated the world with their unique blend of flamenco, rumba, rock, metal, jazz and world music. Don’t miss their one-night gig in Singapore!

HOME

Oh, a loveable but clumsy alien, is in dire need of a hiding place following a series of catastrophes in his corner of space. Upon reaching Earth, he forms a friendship with Tip, a little daredevil with whom he sets off on a series of adventures. The pair learn from each other and slowly discover the true meaning of the word home...

DIRECTED BY TIM JOHNSON (ANTZ) VOICED BY JIM PARSONS (THE BIG BANG BANG THEORY), RIHANNA (BATTLESHIP), STEVE MARTIN (THE PINK PANTHER), JENNIFER LOPEZ (MONSTER-IN-LAW), MATT JONES (BREAKING BAD)

RELEASE DATE 26 MARCH 22

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The film’s creators are responsible for wildly imaginative and entertaining animations like The Croods and How To Train Your Dragon

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While Jim Parsons and Rihanna may seem like an unlikely leading duo, their voices actually are a great pairing judging from the trailers

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As with many of the animated movies of the past 10 or so years, expect something not just for the kids but for the adults too

Imaginarium: A Voyage of Big Ideas WHERE SAM at 8Q WHEN 14 March–19 July WHAT The Singapore Art Museum’s

annual contemporary art exhibition for children is back for a fifth year. This edition, inspired by the crescent moon on the Singapore flag, will feature handson activities and artworks in a variety of media by artists from all over Asia.

READ TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE The Xin Zhi Reading Club inspires inmates to turn over a new leaf

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uring a book reading session, volunteer Jason Peh (pictured above, in blue) asked a prison inmate this question: “How do you feel about your mum, who is always nagging at you?”

The spontaneous reply from the inmate, a quiet man who looked like a rebel, surprised Jason: “A mother nags at her child out of love and concern. So her nagging is not an issue for me at all.”

This humbling incident taught Jason that prison inmates, like the books that they are encouraged to read, should not be judged by their cover.

Jason, 42, is a volunteer from the Xin Zhi Reading Club, which encourages

inmates to read motivational books to help them reflect on their lives.

For more than 10 years, the insurance adviser with a social enterprise has helped inmates to share their thoughts and prepare them for life beyond the prison walls.

David Lee, 48 (pictured above, in pink), is the chairman of the Xin Zhi Reading Club. The account servicing director of a marketing agency said it all began when the club visited a prison in Taiwan.

The inmates there had shared with them how their reading sessions had motivated them to change. This convinced David that it was something that the club had to do in Singapore.

Since 2004, Xin Zhi Reading Club has been motivating inmates to change for the better. David recalled a visitor to the Xin Zhi Reading Club who gave an eloquent thank-you speech for making a difference in his life. The visitor turned out to be an ex-inmate who had participated in the reading sessions.

Both David and Jason are still passionate about their cause.

“Teaching is learning,” said David. “You will treasure yourself and family more.”

As for Jason, he still finds it challenging to persuade inmates to read in front of others, but it is worthwhile as it boosts the inmates’ confidence.

To Jason, the benefits are mutual. “One becomes a greater blessing to oneself by helping others in need,” he said.

To join David and Jason in making a difference through the reading programme, email Eddy_Asmara_ RAHMAN@pris.gov.sg. For more information on volunteering with the Home Team, visit www.htv.gov.sg FRONTLINE 23

WORDS PHILOMENA CHONG PHOTOS LAUREN LOH

in the force

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recommendation raised by the Committee to Strengthen National Service to allow NSmen more time and flexibility to meet their IPPT, IPPT Preparatory Training and Remedial Training requirements has helped to bring about a much welcomed change in IPPT format.

Starting in April 2015, a new IPPT format involving only three stations – the 2.4km run, sit-up test, and a push-up test – will be introduced and accompanied by a new scoring system. For the transition year in Workyear 2015/16, Home Team ORNSmen will be given a choice between the existing five-station IPPT and the new three-station IPPT. Selected regulars and NS personnel were invited to participate in the IPPT trials conducted by the SCDF Physical Training Centre on 10 and 24 October 2014. The results from these trials were

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encouraging. Previously, only around 50% of ORNSmen who took the five-station IPPT passed, compared to 80% who passed the new three-station IPPT at the trials.

WO (NS) Hussein Ali Bin Mohamed Ali from 41B SCDF Rescue Battalion was delighted as the new IPPT format enables him to tap on his individual strengths to perform well. WO (NS) Hussein Ali, who passed his IPPT last August, found that he was able to achieve a Silver award under the new three-station IPPT format.

“Many of the men are looking forward to the new IPPT format as they believe it would work to their advantage,” he said.

With a new IPPT format that is simpler to train for, we hope more NSmen would be motivated to incorporate personal fitness into their own exercise regime for a healthier lifestyle.

ADVANTAGES OF THE NEW THREESTATION FORMAT

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Measures muscular and cardiovascular fitness better

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No specialised technique or equipment needed for training means the tests can be easily incorporated as daily routine exercises

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New scoring system encourages individuals to do their best for each station, because the better they perform at each station, the more points they get

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Shorter age categories allow better match of performance to age

WORDS CPT TRAVIS CHIA / CHIEF PHYSICAL TRAINING INSTRUCTOR, PHYSICAL TRAINING CENTRE

Better results, less hassle with the new IPPT

in the force

“POLICE WORK IS FULL OF ENRICHING LIFE EXPERIENCES AND CHALLENGES THAT WE CAN LEARN FROM” to the introduction of policies on a range of issues.

These included the use of seatbelts, the use of speed cameras and lowering the permissible blood alcohol level.

“Never did I feel that I was just going through NS. It was exciting to see the work we did being translated into law sometimes within a matter of months.”

For his exemplary service, thenNS Inspector Menon received a Commissioner of Police Commendation – a rare honour for an NSF.

Make the most of your NS days

GUARDIAN OF THE LAW Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon on his NS days with the SPF

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id you know? Our current Chief Justice (CJ) Sundaresh Menon was a law enforcer years before his career in law – as a police officer during his National Service.

CJ Menon was initially posted to the SAF for his NS, but was later transferred to the SPF. At the Police Academy, he spent nine months training as an Officer Cadet before being posted to PNS HQ

for six months. Thereafter, he was transferred to the Traffic Police (TP).

“It turned out to be the best 15 months of my time in NS,” he said.

Good times at Traffic Police

While in TP, CJ Menon was part of a small group of officers in the TP Research Unit that put forth recommendations that led

CJ Menon strongly believes that National Service plays a key role in social cohesion and nation building. He shared that during his time as an NSF, he got to meet people of every background, and he realised how varied and multi-faceted Singapore is.

“During NS, you will learn to get along with, and may even be responsible for, the person you are sleeping next to. He may be of a different race, religion or social background.”

To CJ Menon, NS is valuable in instilling a sense of responsibility: “You learn about teamwork, and how to help and look out for one another.”

He urged NSFs to adopt a positive mindset and make the most of their NS. “Police work is full of enriching life experiences and challenges that we can learn from. Do think about the big picture when you carry out your assigned tasks.

“This way, you’ll find more meaning in your work, and you’ll get to develop your potential – all this will continue to benefit you after you have served your NS.” FRONTLINE 25

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StarHub Handset Offers All promotion valid during birthday month. HomeTeamNS and participating merchants reserve the right to amend the terms and conditions without prior notice. For detailed terms and conditions, visit www.HomeTeamNS.sg

$100 off + free battery pack when you take up a new 4G line with: • Samsung GALAXY Note Edge 4G+ • Samsung GALAXY Note 4 4G+ • Samsung GALAXY S5 4G+ • Samsung GALAXY ALPHA 4G+ Enjoy monthly subscription* discounts if your company is participating in the Corporate Individual Scheme (CIS).

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Entering the Dragon Koh Chin Yee paves the way for businesses venturing into China

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spent the earliest part of my working life as SCDF’s Head of Media Relations, followed by being the Commander of Bukit Timah Fire Station. My SCDF training equipped me with important lifelong leadership and management skills that are still useful to me as a civilian.

When I was OC of Bukit Timah Fire Station, there was a fire at an incense paper shop at Bukit Batok. When I arrived, two of four LPG cylinders at an adjacent coffee shop had their rubber tubes damaged and were shooting fire.

A young section commander was unable to convince his team of four NSFs to approach the cylinders.

So I pulled the team along, marched with a protective thin spray of water, and shut off the valve of one cylinder. Seeing that their OC did that, the team was able to do the same to the second cylinder.

I went on to pursue my other interest, doing research on China – its politics, economy, business, culture and social issues.

China interests me because of its sheer size, complexity and growing 28

influence in the world. In my personal capacity, I also contribute regularly to Lianhe Zaobao with commentaries on current affairs.

My priority now is to help our people gain knowledge on China. It will be crucial for governments, enterprises and people to know China better so that they can effectively engage this fast-rising power.

If you’re planning to venture outside of Singapore, while it is good to be optimistic, it is equally important to do your homework before embarking on any business venture.

I am glad that I am able to contribute to the Force as an ORNSman in my area of expertise, which is in media liaison work for major events.

I support the Committee to Strengthen National Service’s (CSNS) recommendation to expand opportunities for NSmen to contribute NS in their respective areas of expertise.

I am honoured to be invited to serve on the editorial committee for the HomeTeamNS Anniversary Book and will certainly contribute my very best.

CPT (NS) KOH CHIN YEE, 47 Founder of Cedarwoods Consultancy and CEO of Longus Research Institute Formerly General Manager of Business China NS appointment: Project Officer, Public Affairs Department, SCDF SCDF Golden Axe Award 1995 Ministerial Operational Efficiency Award 1999

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Here to Help

Mohamed Noh Iskandar dedicates his life to people in need – both on and off his day job

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uring my NS days, I wrote for Police Life magazine. I was also in the SPF Guard of Honour contingent for NDP 2011. Representing the SPF in NDP was a highlight of my NS. As a 999 operator with the Police Operations Command Centre, I dispatch officers to respond to calls for help.

Once someone called 999 at around midnight to ask which NTUC FairPrice outlets are open 24 hours.

Another one called to find out why a particular 4D/TOTO outlet was closed.

I also got a 999 call from someone who said he could not get a taxi during peak hours. He asked if the police could send him to work as he had a presentation to give to a client and he was late. He was not joking.

”GIVING BACK TO SOCIETY IS IMPORTANT TO ME” I have talked people out of committing suicide many times. Often they were ready to jump when they made the call.

I try to understand them and figure out their location, and keep them on the line until our officers arrive to help them.

Giving back to society is important to me. Since 2005 I’ve been doing community service and helping residents in need.

As chairman of the Nee Soon East CC Youth Executive Committee,

I organise activities such as kayaking, trekking and dragon boating, as well as football and basketball competitions to bring people closer together.

Every year, my team will organise fundraising activities for various beneficiaries such as the Sree Narayana Mission Home.

During home visits by our MPs, some underprivileged families require help in tutoring their children, and so I get my volunteers to help. The tuition is free – students only pay $5 for materials.

I love being with people and I want to learn more, so I’m currently taking night classes at UniSIM for a degree in sociology with communications.

SC2 (NS) MOHAMED NOH ISKANDAR, 27 Dispatch Support Officer, Police Operations Command Centre, SPF NS appointment: Journalist, Public Affairs Department, SPF Individual Meritorious Award, People’s Association Youth Movement

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BALESTIER CLUBHOUSE KIDS’ TIME

BY THE POOL

L OO SCHEAK! BR

WHEN 14 and 15 March (Sat and Sun), 10am–12pm WHERE HomeTeamNS-JOM, Swimming Pool FEES Free entry to the pool REGISTER events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/641 This March holiday, have a good time in the pool… for free! Make a splash with our dunking machines, inflatable animals and paddleboats. Awesome wet fun for the entire family!

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JUNIOR MATH MAGICIANS WHEN 16 March (Mon), 10am–12pm WHERE HomeTeamNS-JOM, Function Room FEES $40 (members), $43 (PAssion/SAFRA), $46 (guests) REGISTER events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/641 Play mathematical games, unravel mysteries and solve puzzles the fun way in this workshop for ages 8 to 12. Get handson with pattern blocks, magic square, card games, secret numbers and dice games that boggle the mind! Develop presentation skills as you learn magic, sharpen skills in addition, subtraction, measurement, counting, and learn to recognise geometric shapes. This workshop is jointly organised with Edvance Academy.

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SOUNDS LIKE SCIENCE WHEN 18 March (Wed), 2pm–5pm WHERE HomeTeamNS-JOM, Function Room FEES $51 (members), $56 (PAssion/SAFRA), $59 (guests) REGISTER events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/641 Hear hear! In this workshop for ages 7 to 11, explore the physics of vibrations and waves, keep an ear out for echo-located secrets, investigate the Doppler effect and find out how to hit that high C with an explosive air horn. Participants will build and bring home oboes, trombones and wave machines made from simple items such as straws, strings and paper! All materials are included. This workshop is jointly organised with Edvance Academy.

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WRITE LIKE A SUPERHERO WHEN 18 March (Wed), 10am–1pm WHERE HomeTeamNS-JOM, Function Room FEES $51 (members), $56 (PAssion/SAFRA), $59 (guests) REGISTER events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/641 With their rich plots and complex narrative structures, graphic novels and comics are a great way to motivate children to read and write. In this workshop for ages 10 to 12, students will create their own superheroes and use it in their writing. Learn the art of storytelling, idealisation and how to use your ideas to maximum effect. Creative writing has never been more fun! This workshop is jointly organised with Edvance Academy.

BELLY DANCE WORKSHOP FOR LADIES WHEN 28 March (Sat), 2pm–4pm WHERE HomeTeamNS-JOM, Multi-Purpose Room FEES $16 (members), $18 (PAssion/ SAFRA), $20 (guests) REGISTER events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/641 Shake your beauty! Improve the flexibility of your torso and your core strength through the graceful movements of belly dance. Includes one free audio CD for you to practise your moves at home!

MOVIE MARATHON

3D2N DIRT BIKING IN BINTAN

WHEN 4 April (Sat), 2pm–10pm WHERE HomeTeamNS-JOM, Function Room FEES For food only: $5 (children under 12), $10 (members), $13 (PAssion/SAFRA), $15 (guests) REGISTER events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/641

Calling all adrenaline junkies! Always wanted to try dirt biking? Participants must have basic knowledge of motorcycle handling skills. No licence required.

Depart from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal at 5pm and stay at Bintan Nirwana Tanjung Pinang. Price includes bike rental, helmet and boots, twin sharing hotel stay, breakfast, two-way ferry by Sindo and seaport tax at Tanjung Pinang.

We bring you the best comedies on the silver screen! Tickle your funny bone with Warm Bodies, Bruce Almighty, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Heat.

Watch them for free – you only pay for the bento dinner. Pre-order your meal to reserve your seat! First 50 to register will receive a $5 Polar voucher.

Free parking for first 20 to register.

WHEN 20–22 March (Fri–Sun) WHERE Bintan FEES $248 (members), $258 (PAssion/SAFRA), $265 (guests); additional $30 for single occupancy room REGISTER events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/641

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BALESTIER CLUBHOUSE CARDIO WORKOUT KICKBOXING

WHEN 18 April (Sat), 9am–1pm WHERE HomeTeamNS-JOM, Multi-Purpose Hall FEES $13 (members), $15 (PAssion/SAFRA), $18 (guests) REGISTER events@hjc.org.sg, 6708-6639/641

Sweat it out the fun way with three different workouts! Each workout is 45–60 minutes.

Participate in all three workouts and stand a chance to win a prize! Start with Zumba by Urban Moves, where you’ll do a fun dance with aerobic elements complete with squats and lunges to get the groove going. Next, challenge yourself with some HIIT (high intensity interval training) by AXO Fitness, where you’ll warm up, pack in the reps at maximum intensity and cool down with every exercise. Finally, transform your body and mind with a yoga session by Master Ven. Lunch will be provided. Free parking for first 20 to register.

FUNCTION ROOM SG50 SPECIAL

Having hosted numerous meetings, we know what it takes to facilitate a successful gathering – be it exclusive board meetings, presentations, team building events or themed parties.

Enjoy 50% off for any weekday bookings when you book before 30 April! All bookings include logistics and sound system. Terms and conditions apply.

Host your next meeting with us! For enquiries, call 6708-6639/641 or email events@hjc.org.sg

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Venue: Sentosa Gateway Date: Sun, 17 May 2015 Time: 7am Register today at www.REALRun.SG today!

LIKE us at www.facebook.com/HomeTeamNSREALClub to get the latest race updates and HomeTeamNS discounts!

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ALL ABOUT US: UNDERSTANDING THE HUMAN BODY WHEN 16 March (Mon), 9am–12.30pm WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Seminar Room FEES $35 (members), $37 (PAssion/SAFRA/JOM), $40 (guests) REGISTER Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457 Learn how our body works in this workshop for ages 5 to 9. What makes up our blood and how to make it artificially? Which type of skeleton do humans have?

What are the functions of our organs? Pick up math skills in measuring hair and fingernails and test your coordination in the “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes” song and dance! Brought to you by The Pink School Bus. Every participant will receive a certificate upon completion of the camp. Minimum 10 pax to commence.

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PSLE EXCELLENCE SEMINAR BY THE LEARNING LAB WHEN 14 March (Sat), 10am WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Auditorium FEES $18.20 (members), $20.40 (PAssion/ SAFRA/JOM), $21.40 (guests) REGISTER Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457 Learn about PSLE critical success factors, acing the Direct School Admissions (DSA), and parenting techniques for enrichment success. Drop by The Learning Lab’s facility after the seminar to speak with specialist coaches and to view curriculum materials.

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SHOOTOUT AT LASER QUEST WHEN 17 March (Tue), 1pm–3pm WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Laser Quest FEES $16 (members), $20 (PAssion/SAFRA/ JOM), $24 (guests) REGISTER laserquest@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9474 The young ones can shoot to their hearts’ content with unlimited games at Laser Quest! Test your skills with the new guns upgraded with the latest software, in a battle arena that changes every week.

There’s no better way to have a blast this March holiday! Suitable for ages 8 to 13.

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SPORTS SHOOTING WORKSHOP FOR KIDS WHEN 17 & 18 March (5pm–6.15pm) or 19 & 20 March (6pm–7.15pm) WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Multi-Shooting Arena FEES $140 (members), $160 (PAssion/ SAFRA/JOM), $180 (guests) REGISTER altiusglobal@singnet.com.sg, 6268-5333 (Michelle) In this two-day workshop for Primary 4 and older students, your little ones will get to try air rifle shooting and learn the art of targeting and discipline.

Pre-registration is required.

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SPACE AMAZE: JUNIOR GALAXY GUARDIANS WHEN 21 March (Sat), 10am–12pm WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Seminar Room FEES $37 (members), $40 (PAssion/SAFRA/JOM), $43 (guests) REGISTER Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457 Junior Galaxy Guardians, listen up! In this hands-on workshop for age 6 to 9, explore solar systems, build space rovers and delve into the physics of space with gravity and mass. You’ll also tantalise your tastebuds as you learn about the phases of the moon using Oreo cookies and simulate asteroid crashes with candy! All materials will be provided. Minimum five pax to commence.

PARENT AND CHILD ADVENTURE DAY WHEN 21 March (Sat), 3pm WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Adventure Centre FEES Per pair: $32.10 (members), $37.45 (PAssion/SAFRA/JOM), $40.70 (guests); Per additional child: $16.05 (members), $19 (PAssion/SAFRA/JOM/guests) REGISTER Benny_Yap@HomeTeamNS.sg , 6705-9470 Have some family fun this March holidays at the Adventure Centre!

Spend an afternoon rock climbing, abseiling and doing the flying fox with your child. For ages 7 and up. Minimum height required is 1.1m.

Minimum five pairs to start activity. Pre-registration is required.

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MONTHLY MOVIE SCREENING

HOME UNITED MOTOR SKILLS TEST

WHEN 2pm on the last Saturday of every month, starting from 28 March WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Auditorium FEES For finger food only: $7 (members), $9 (PAssion/SAFRA/JOM), $9 (guests) REGISTER Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457

WHEN 20 March (Fri), 8.30am–5pm WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok FEES $96.30 (members), $101.65 (PAssion/ SAFRA/JOM), $107 (guests) REGISTER Emelyn_Goh@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9469

Catch your favourite movies at HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok on the last Saturday of every month! Movies include Fast & Furious 6, The Avengers, The Hunger Games and many more!

Please be seated 15 minutes before screening time. Pre-registration is required to cater your food. Note: The Management reserves the right to change or cancel movie screenings and screening times without prior notice.

In this game session for ages 6 to 18, learn through action and test your speed, coordination, strength, endurance and flexibility. Includes lunch, beverages and a Motor Skills Test certificate.

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BUKIT BATOK CLUBHOUSE TCM HEALTH TALK WHEN 11 April (Sat), 2pm–4pm WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Seminar Room FEES $3 (members), $4 (PAssion/SAFRA/ JOM), $5 (guests) REGISTER Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457 Calling all NSmen! TCM Hanyi has launched Operation Force Multiplier (OFM) to aid those who have trained or worked hard and suffered injury in the line of duty. This talk covers common injuries sustained during trainings, the theory and modern applications of TCM, and how acupuncture opens up alternative recovery options.

The first 30 NSmen who register for this talk will get a one-time free acupuncture treatment performed by a licensed TCM practitioner. Appointment is required.

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PSYCHOPHYSIOLOGICAL PREPARATION FOR THE REAL RUN YAKULT FACTORY TOUR WHEN 2 June (Tue), 11.30am–1pm WHERE 7 Senoko Avenue FEES $7 (members), $8 (PAssion/SAFRA/ JOM), $9 (guests) REGISTER Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457 In this exclusive Yakult factory tour, be amazed by the high-tech processes involved in packaging all that healthy goodness into a small bottle. Fee includes return bus service.

Minimum 30 pax to commence.

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1-DAY MAKAN MAKAN AT JOHOR BAHRU WHEN 9 May (Sat) WHERE Johor Bahru, Malaysia FEES $75 (members), $80 (PAssion/SAFRA/ JOM), $80 (guests), $65 (children) REGISTER Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457 Treat your mum right with delicacies across the Causeway! Indulge on Mother’s Day with our 1-Day Makan Makan at JB. Minimum 40 pax to commence.

WHEN 28 March (Sat), 2pm–4pm WHERE HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, Seminar Room FEES $22 (members), $24 (PAssion/SAFRA/ JOM), $26 (guests) REGISTER Syqin_Edwards@HomeTeamNS.sg, 6705-9457 If you have signed up for the REAL Run, this workshop is for you! Empower yourself with psychological and physiological strategies to prepare for the race. Learn about setting goals and milestones for your run, mental strategies, optimal recovery cycles of running and optimising your training with technology.

Thank you to our sponsors!

Official Apparel Sponsor & Official Compression Wear

Official Education Partner

Official Running Magazine

Official Timer

Official Race Venue

Official Online Media

Official Hydration

Official Joint Care & Fast Pain Relief

Official REPC Venue

Official Supporting Partners

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courses

BALESTIER CLUBHOUSE BAZGYM GYMNASTICS SCHOOL

MOTHERS & DAUGHTERS (6–12 yrs old) Sun 2pm–3pm Per pair: $100 (members), $112 (guests)

Mon–Sun GYM BEARS (For ages 3–5) $328.50 (members), $365 (guests)

4 sessions 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

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NEW

SYSTEMA RUSSIAN MARTIAL ARTS Multi-Purpose Hall Mon 7.30pm–9.30pm $180 (members), $210 (guests) 10 sessions 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) events@hjc.org.sg

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NEW BASKETBALL Multi-Purpose Hall Mon, Wed & Fri 6pm–7pm, Sat & Sun 9am–10am $360 (members), $400 (guests) 10 sessions

AQUA-ZUMBA Swimming Pool Tue 7.45pm–8.45pm $70 (members), $80 (guests) 4 sessions

$210 (members), $260 (guests)

ZUMBA

Min. 11 sessions

Dance Studio

PHYSIO GYM (For ages 5 and

Mon 7.30pm–8.30pm,

above with special needs)

Sat 1pm–2pm

$396 (members), $440 (guests)

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

$130 (members), $150 (guests)

events@hjc.org.sg

10 sessions

AQUA-AEROBICS Swimming Pool Thu 7.45pm–8.45pm $50 (members), $65 (guests) 4 sessions FOR MUMS-TO-BE Wed 9am–10am

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) events@hjc.org.sg

HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING Tue 12pm–12.30pm 5 sessions

events@hjc.org.sg

4 sessions

events@hjc.org.sg

Dance Studio Mon, Tue & Thu 7pm–9pm

JUDO

$50 (members), $55 (guests)

Multi-Purpose Room

10 sessions

Sun 4pm–5pm

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

$100 (members), $110 (guests)

events@hjc.org.sg

8 sessions

TAEKWONDO St Teresa Taekwondo Centre Mon to Sun Members get 15% off fees stated in www.HomeTeamNS.sg/Pages/ Balestier-Courses-Taekwando.aspx 9388-2846/6254-0239 stteresataekwondo@yahoo.com

AIKIDO

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) events@hjc.org.sg

YOGA Multi-Purpose Room Wed 7.30pm–9pm $75 (members), $80 (guests) 12 sessions 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) events@hjc.org.sg

Multi-Purpose Room

BELLY DANCE

Fri 7.15pm–8.30pm

LADIES COURSE

$25 (members), $50 (guests)

SWIMMING FOR TODDLERS (6 mths–2.5 yrs old) Swimming Pool Sat 9am, 10am, 11am,

BODY TONING & RESISTANCE TRAINING

3pm, 4pm, 5pm Sun 9am, 10am, 11am, 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm

Tue & Fri 12.30pm–1pm

$300 (members), $330 (SAFRA/

$110 (members), $115 (guests) 5 sessions

PA), $375 (guests) 12 sessions, 30 minutes each

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) events@hjc.org.sg

FOR CHILDREN (1:10 STUDENTS) $210 (members), $231 (SAFRA/

CARDIO KICKBOXING Tue 1pm–1.30pm, 7pm–8pm Fri 1pm–1.30pm, 6.30pm–7.30pm $110 (members), $115 (guests) 5 sessions

PA), $260 (guests) 12 sessions, 1 hour each FOR ADULTS (1:10 STUDENTS) $210 (members), $231 (SAFRA/ PA), $260 (guests) 12 sessions, 1 hour each

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

PRIVATE LESSONS

events@hjc.org.sg

(1:1–4 STUDENTS)

K-POP DANCE FITNESS Tue 1.30pm–2pm, 8pm–9pm Fri 1.30pm–2pm, 7.30pm–8.30pm

$135 (members), $150 (guests)

Dance Studio

$100 (members), $105 (guests)

10 sessions

Wed 7.30pm–8.30pm

4 sessions

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

$60 (members), $72 (guests)

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

events@hjc.org.sg

4 sessions

events@hjc.org.sg

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Min. 11 sessions ONE-TIME REGISTRATION FEE 6256-8191 (BazGym)

$110 (members), $115 (guests) 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

events@hjc.org.sg

Sat & Sun $368 (members), $409 (guests)

$90 (members), $100 (guests)

LINE DANCING

Min. 11 sessions MINI BEARS (For ages 3–4)

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek)

Min. 11 sessions GYM BOYS/GIRLS (For ages 6–8)

events@hjc.org.sg

From $100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/PA), $125 (guests) 4 sessions, 30–60 min each 6708-6639 (Kenneth Kwek) events@hjc.org.sg

Turn to page 3 to sign up or renew your membership and win a trip to Gold Coast!

BUKIT BATOK CLUBHOUSE !

NEW

TENNIS

FOR ADULTS Tennis Court Tue 7pm, 8.30pm $156 (members), $168 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $180 (guests) 4 sessions, 1.5 hours each FOR CHILDREN Sat 8am, 9am, 10am, 11am $104 (members), $112 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $120 (guests) 4 sessions, 1 hour each

SWIMMING FOR CHILDREN (1:10 STUDENTS) Swimming Pool Sat & Sun 9am, 10am, 11am and 3pm, 4pm, 5pm $210 (members), $231 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $260 (guests) 12 sessions, 1 hour each

FOR ADULTS (1:10 STUDENTS) Sat & Sun 9am, 10am, 11am and 3pm, 4pm, 5pm $210 (members), $231 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $260 (guests) 12 sessions PRIVATE LESSONS (1:1–4 STUDENTS) From $100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/PAssion), $125 (guests) 4 sessions, 30–60 min each COMPETITIVE LESSONS (Subject to selection)

$300 (members), $330 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $375 (guests) 3 mths, 3 times/wk, 2 hrs/session

TAEKWONDO Sat 5pm–6pm $80 (members), $88 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $96 (guests) 8 sessions

K-POP X-FITNESS Dance Studio Thu 8pm–9pm $100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $120 (guests) 8 sessions

AIKIDO Dance Studio Fri 8pm–9.15pm $135 (members), $150 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $165 (guests) 10 sessions 6705-9458 (Ms Cecilia Goh)

YOGA Dance Studio Wed 8pm–9.30pm $100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $120 (guests) 10 sessions

BOKWA Dance Studio Thu 7pm–8pm $100 (members), $110 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $120 (guests) 8 sessions

PILATES Dance Studio Fri 7pm–8pm $110 (members), $120 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $132 (guests) 12 sessions

ZUMBA Dance Studio Mon 7pm–8pm, 8pm–9pm Wed 7pm–8pm $80 (members), $90 (SAFRA/ PAssion), $96 (guests) 8 sessions

To sign up for Bukit Batok courses, call Ms Cecilia Goh at 6705-9458 or email Cecilia_Goh@HomeTeamNS.sg

SEMBAWANG CLUBHOUSE SWIMMING WATER SAFE (WS 1/2/3, SIZE: 4 STUDENTS) Swimming Pool Mon & Tue 7pm, 7.30pm, 8pm, 8.30pm

UNDERWATER COURSES OPEN WATER DIVER (OWD) Swimming Pool Wed to Sun 6.30pm $650 (members), $680 (guests) 1 theory + 2 pool sessions and 2D1N overseas dive

POOL SCUBA (PS) Sat & Sun 6pm, 7pm

$60 (members), $75 (guests) 50 min/session

SCUBA INTRO (SI) Fri 6.30pm $96 (members), $120 (guests) 180 min/course session

SNORKELLING DRILL (SD) Thu 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm $40 (members), $50 (guests) 50 min/session

10.30am, 3pm, 4pm $101.25 (members), $135 (guests) 4 sessions, 50 min each

SWIM SKILL GROOMING (SS 5/6/7, SIZE: 12 STUDENTS) Tue 7pm, Sat & Sun 10.30am, 4pm

Sat & Sun 9.30am, 10am, 10.30am,

$108.75 (members), $145 (guests)

11am, 3pm, 3.30pm, 4pm, 4.30pm

4 sessions, 50 min each

$86.25 (members), $115 (guests) ADULT (SIZE: 8 STUDENTS) 4 sessions, 30 min each

SWIM SKILL ENTRY (SS1, SIZE: 8 STUDENTS) Mon 7pm, Sat & Sun 9.30am, 3pm $93.75 (members), $125 (guests) 4 sessions, 50 min each

SWIM SKILL DEVELOPING (SS2/3/4, SIZE: 10 STUDENTS) Mon 8pm, Sat & Sun 9.30am,

Tue 8pm, Sat & Sun 5pm $101.25 (members), $135 (guests) 4 sessions, 50 min each

INLINE SKATING Carpark Sun 10am–11am $75 (members), $100 (guests) 4 sessions

To sign up for Sembawang courses, call Nazzer at 6708-6672 or email Nazzer@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. Fees are exclusive of 7% GST.

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on the edge

EXTREME ART A career in the arts could be more hazardous than you think

POKED WITH NEEDLES, CUT WITH RAZORS AND GETTING INFECTED – THESE ARE ALL EVERYDAY RISKS FOR A TATTOO ARTIST

VAN GOGH’S MENTAL ILLNESS COULD BE THE RESULT OF LEAD POISONING FROM THE PIGMENTS USED IN HIS PAINT

CLICK, CLICK, CLICK… REPETITIVE STRAIN INJURY IS A MAJOR HAZARD FOR HARDWORKING GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

BRICK ARTISTS WHO WORK WITH LEGO PARTS ALWAYS FEAR STEPPING ON THEM BAREFOOT (OUCH!)

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MICHELANGELO PAINTED THE SISTINE CHAPEL CEILING BENDING OVER BACKWARDS AT A HEIGHT OF 16 METRES, WITH PAINT SPLATTERING HIS FACE ALL DAY

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STONE CARVERS OFTEN SUFFER FROM A CIRCULATION DISEASE CALLED “DEAD FINGERS” DUE TO EXCESSIVE VIBRATION OF PNEUMATIC TOOLS