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New 60-kilometre cycling track For the two-wheel fanatics out there, there is a new cycling track to explore this autumn as a 60-kilometre bikeway between Tuen Mun and Ma On Shan opened to the public last month. While sections of the New Territories biking route have already been in use, the newly opened 11-kilometre trail connecting Yuen Long with Sheung Shui marks the completion of the
60-kilometre cycling backbone. The new section traverses various scenic spots including Kam Tin River in Yuen Long and Long Valley Wetland in Sheung Shui; as well as cultural attractions like Tai Fu Tai and Man Tin Cheung Park in San Tin. Ancillary facilities – such as rest stations, bicycle rental kiosks, tuck shops, first aid stations and toilets – are also available en route.
Quarantine-free travel bubble It’s been more than eight months since most of us have been able to travel. If you’ve been longing to get out of town, now is your chance. The government has announced that Hong Kong and Singapore agreed in principle to establish an air travel bubble between the two cities. This means that visitors will not be required to undergo quarantine or at-home
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isolation when travelling between these two destinations.Before boarding the flight, visitors will be required to get tested for the coronavirus in a facility recognised by both governments. The test results must come back as negative before visitors are allowed to travel. As of time of print no confirmed dates have been mentioned for when the travel bubble will be launched.
Kellett appoints new Head of School After a rigorous selection process, British international school Kellett School has appointed Samantha Steed as the new Head of School for the Kowloon Bay Prep School starting the end of this academic year. Steed holds a Master’s Degree in Education and has over 20 years of Primary and Early Years education experience, including three headships in international and UK schools. She began her teaching career at Holy Trinity School in London and was appointed the Deputy Head at Prospect School in Putney, Head of Haresfoot Preparatory School in Hertfordshire and Head of Berkhamsted Pre-Prep, where her husband Mark Steed was Principal.
