Apply for NDP 2010 Tickets

Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents can starts applying for this year's National Day Parade (NDP) tickets from 15 May to 24 May, 2010. They can apply through phone, Short Message Service (SMS), SAM, AXS stations and the NDP website (www.ndp.org.sg).

Applicants can choose to apply for tickets to the Preview on 31 July, 2010 or to the NDP on 9 August, 2010. Tickets will be allocated through an electronic ballot which will be carried out after the application process. Applicants can choose to apply for either 2, 4 or 6 tickets. Chances of obtaining tickets will be higher if applicants ballot for less tickets.

There is no limit to the number of applications that each NRIC holder can submit. However, only the latest application will be entered for the e-balloting on 26 May, 2010. Those without access to the Internet can also apply through the NDP website via CitizenConnect Centres. The location of SAM, AXS stations and CitizenConnect Centres can be found on www.singpost.com.sg, www.axs.com.sg and www.ecitizen.gov.sg respectively.

Successful applicants will be notified from between June 8 and 17 via the contact numbers they provided. They can subsequently collect their tickets at HDB Hub (at Toa Payoh) Basement 1, Bedok Room from June 19 to 28 between 9am and 9pm daily.

Here's a Step-by-step guide on application for NDP 2010 tickets:

Via SMS
Step 1:Go to 'Write/Create Message' under message function.
Step 2: Key in 'NDP' and send it to 8388 4388 to start the application process.
Step 3: A SMS message will be sent to you shortly.
Step 4: Follow the instructions prompted in the replied message.
The SMS application is free.
Internet messaging will not be applicable.

Via Telephone
Step 1: For Preview on Sat, 31 Jul 2010, dial 1900-112-4551.
For NDP on Monday, 9 Aug 2010, dial 1900-112-4559.
Step 2: Follow the instructions prompted during the call.
You will hear a confirmation of your application at the end of the call.

Internet/AXS/SAM
Step 1: Log on to NDP website (www.ndp.org.sg) or any, AXS, SAM station. Alternatively, you can visit CitizenConnect Centres for free internet services.
Step 2: Fill in all the fields as prompted on the screen.
Step 3: Submit the application form.

MBS Tour & Mothers Day Celebration - 8 May 10

Time really fly.. Its has been almost a week since Mothers Day. Where have you been & how you celebrated Mothers Day? For me, we went to the newly open but problematic MBS for a short tour. Really looking forward to their Grand Opening this June, as the place is still so empty yet dusty with all the construction on going.

Than we had Korean Charcoal BBQ dinner at Jang Shou, Esplanade. The food is not bad, but not fantastic too. Its expensive but they make sure everyone walks out filled to the brim. The thing that I like about Korean food is the unlimited refill of side dishes.

NPNT, here's the photos taken that day. Enjoy..

8 May 2010 - MBS Tour & Mothers Day Celebration

EaseComm Gathering @ Ministry of Steak - 30 Apr 2010

Ministry of Steak (MOS). Tucked away along the row of shophouses at Serangoon Gardens (Near Chomp Chomp), this is a place where people love it as much as they hate it. The ambiance was good and the restaurant looked chic & modern. But was disappointed by the portion of the food & their service. Taste wise, Astons is as good as them, so therefore nothing fantastic. Sad that Astons had moved out of Chomp Chomp since 22 Apr.

30 Apr 2010 - EaseComm Gathering @ Ministry of Steak

TGPS Gathering @ Beaulieu House - 10 Apr 2010

Its really great to see everyone once in a while in such a gathering. The friendship we had built up back than really lasted for many many years. And I hope that this special bond we had will continue to flourish. This time, other than our form teacher, Mr Lopez, Mr Sow our principal back than also joined us at the gathering. Lucky he never brought his cane along :D

When did we graduated from TGPS? Its 1992! It has been 18 good years already! Really looking forward to our next gathering. Till than, take care everyone.

10 Apr 2010 - TGPS Gathering @ Beaulieu House Sembawang Park

Lou Hei after IPPT

What's more rewarding other than a good meal after IPPT? Last year we had porridge buffet, this year, we Lou Hei at Hans.

Since today is the last day of CNY, I hereby wishes everyone a great year ahead. No worries of retrenchment, No worries of not meeting month ends, Everyday pocket full of money to spend, Everyday waking up feeling healthier, happier & younger like Benjamin Button.

Chingay Parade 2010 @ F1 Pit Building

There is no historical record of how the word “Chingay” originated. But records show that as early as the 19 th century, Chingay appeared in South East Asia, beginning in Penang . The word was coined from its phonetic Hokkien equivalent, which means “the art of costume and masquerade”. It alluded to a Chinese styled decorated miniature stage or float borne on the shoulders of performers. This miniature stage depicts an important historical scene. It was probably the beginning of the manual float. During New Year processions in old China , such floats were carried through the streets on men's shoulders while dancers, jugglers and magicians entertained the crowds. Huge animals, both real and mythical took part in the processions, which were essentially religious in nature and aimed at honouring deities at the beginning of each new year.

The evolution of Chingay is synonymous with the growth of Singapore . As Singapore learns to remake itself in the new millennium, greater self-expression in social and cultural creativity and innovation are encouraged. It is timely for Chingay to remake itself to reflect our cosmopolitan Singapore society and to have a wider appeal of our new generation of Singaporeans.



Buy your tickets from 1st August 2009 through SISTIC website, SISTIC Hotline @ 63485555, SISTIC Authorized Agents islandwide and Singapore Pools Outlets (Category 2 tickets only on 20 February 2010). For thoes who drive, check out the Road Closure arrangement too.

CNY Day 2 - 15 Feb 2010

15 Feb 2010 - CNY Day 2

CNY Day 1 - 14 Feb 2010

14 Feb 2010 - CNY Day 1

Reunion Dinner @ Long Beach - 13 Feb 2010

13 Feb 2010 - Reunion Dinner @ Long Beach

When restaurant operation is in a mass, the customers is in advantage!

CNY @ Chinatown

CNY @ Chinatown

Chinatown is still the best place to be to enjoy the atmosphere of CNY celebration.

CNY @ Bishan

CNY @ Bishan

By far the worst CNY Basamalum ever... Its Big & Spacious yet Very Empty. What really happen here at Bishan?

Lady Gaga & Gong Xi Fa Cai

10 more days to CNY.. Very creative & funny video..

Congrats to Edmund & Sandy on their new born

Isn't she lovely...

Mother's Birthday Lunch - Lei Garden @ CHIJMES

Hungry go where? Well, this year, we tried Lei Garden. Lei Garden is one of the few places that features genuine Cantonese flavors.

The food is nice, but the service is really very slow. I would not recommend this restaurant if you are really hungry. Go somewhere else, else you might end up tummy not full yet pocket burned. We ordered 4 Mains & some Tim Sum, and it cost us close to $400. Expensive!!

Lets Welcome 2010

In 2hrs time, 2009 will be history! Before sealing 2009 with the final full stop, has your 2009's New Year resolutions been accomplished? For me, its all done & I'm happy to make new ones for 2010. Looking back at the past 364 days, all I can say its a really busy year & for the year ahead, I hope it will get better.

Where will you be celebrating this New Year Eve? How I wish I'm now standing at any of the vantage point, waiting patiently with the others fireworks catching crowd at the Marina Bay Countdown Party. As usual, do check out the Vantage Points to have the best view to enjoy the fireworks. Most likely those spot should be crowed by now.

Anyway, which everyone a very very Happy New Year Eve & a great year ahead. Jonas, Lester & gang, so sorry can't join your for the NYE party, as I'm still trapped under the flickering fluorescent lighting. We shall meet after the New Year. Andrew, Yide & Dave, we shall meet this Saturday than. Was told that Say Chye & Shengliang might be joining us.

For those who are working like me, you might wanna check out the 2010 Countdown Party Video Link later tonight after 12am, or submit your wishes via the Wish Link.

Jonas & Silvia ROM @ RedDot - 22 Dec 2009

Signing on dotted lines, lets us congrats Mr & Mrs Ng. Welcome to the married life club. Have a good time in Hong Kong ya & thanks for the wonderful food & beer. We should chillout there someday when ya back.

22 Dec 2009 - Jonas & Silvia ROM @ RedDot

Today is 冬至 (Winter Solsctice)

A Swinging Jazzy Christmas 2009

The Jeremy Monteiro Big Band with special guest vocalist Carmen Bradford (USA), also featuring David Gomes (Malaysia) and Claressa Monteiro (Singapore)
Brought to you by Showtime Productions in collaboration with Esplanade

As tinsel and angels go on trees and joyous Christmas cheer spreads, we have once again celebrated with Singapore’s ‘King of Swing’, Jeremy Monteiro, and his 18-piece Big Band of stellar international talent.

Featuring the diverse vocal styles of Jazz great Carmen Bradford (USA) as well as guest artists Claressa Monteiro (Jeremy's Sister) and David Gomes (Malaysia), these lush and joyful renditions had us feet tapping and fingers snapping, celebrating a Jazzy Christmas in true swinging style!

Office Decoration 2009

Judgment day is near & are we done yet? Base on last week progress, No! But will check out tomorrow. Finally, a day shift. Lunch anyone?