Author Archives: Remember Singapore

The Former Changkat Changi Schools at Changi Road 10th Milestone

Posted on May 14, 2014 by Remember Singapore

In the mid-sixties, shortly after Singapore’s independence, a new primary and secondary schools named Changkat Changi were built at Changi Road 10 milestone. Changkat Changi Secondary School, an integrated secondary school, cost a hefty $1.4 million in its construction, furniture … Continue reading →

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A Tekong Temple’s Journey to Mainland Singapore

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Remember Singapore

I was searching for old photos of Pulau Tekong at the National Archives of Singapore, when I came across a series of coloured photos that featured the resettlement of a Chinese temple from the island to mainland Singapore with the … Continue reading →

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A Forgotten Past – A Bank Run Incident in Singapore

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Remember Singapore

It was early October 1974. The world economy was still suffering from the wide-spreading shocks caused by the global oil crisis that occurred a year earlier. Singapore, affected as well, posted its worst set of economic data after enjoying a double-digit … Continue reading →

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Searching for Singapore’s Last Water Wells

Posted on April 19, 2014 by Remember Singapore

Water wells were once part of the essential amenities for the residents in Singapore. Its water supply was used by the villagers for cooking, drinking, washing and bathing purposes. It took more than four decades before they were totally replaced … Continue reading →

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Pasir Ris Red House… A Haunting Legend No More

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Remember Singapore

One of the most famous “haunted” places in Singapore is now undergoing redevelopment. The private residence at 191 Jalan Loyang Besar was once a favourite haunt for thrill-seeking youngsters in their supernatural-hunting activities. Nicknamed the Pasir Ris Red House (or … Continue reading →

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Paintings in the Sky – Unique HDB Murals

Posted on March 23, 2014 by Remember Singapore

Have you ever passed by a HDB flat painted with murals? There are quite a few such blocks in Singapore; the most famous ones are probably the Hougang rainbow block and the Khatib flat with paintings of giant kites. Not … Continue reading →

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20 Most Memorable SBC (Channel 8) Dramas of the 1980s

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Remember Singapore

Television used to be an influential item that was once a big part of our life. It probably still is today, except that its influence is being challenged by internet, smartphones and other entertainment devices. Like many others, the Singapore … Continue reading →

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Have a Cup of Kopi…. with Butter

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Remember Singapore

It was a warm and humid afternoon. There were few customers in this old kopitiam tucked away at the ground floor of one of the old HDB flats at North Bridge Road. The sleepy neighbourhood had seen several changes in … Continue reading →

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“Rediscovering” My Childhood Toys

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Remember Singapore

I was doing some spring cleaning for Chinese New Year two weeks ago, and “rediscovered” a box of toys which I have played during childhood. The box has been hidden in a corner of the storeroom for many years, and … Continue reading →

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A Different Chinese New Year Celebration

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Remember Singapore

Some traditions survive the test of time. Others disappear due to certain circumstances. Lion dances, angpows, Mandarin oranges and auspicious couplets have always been the items commonly seen in Chinese New Year celebrations in Singapore. More than 40 years ago, … Continue reading →

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