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#yourneighbourlywelcomeguide AN INITIATIVE BY
PEOPLE’S ASSOCIATION
My Neighbourhood,
My Home!
Singapore is a multi-racial society that celebrates the diversity and
vibrancy of different cultures, ethnicities and religions. What better
way to discover the gastronomical cuisines, heritage and architectural
landmarks and recreational activities than to start with a leisurely
stroll around your neighbourhood. An initiative of the People’s
Association, “Your Neighbourly Welcome Guide” contains colourful
anecdotes and well-kept secrets from residents and volunteers. These
unique stories of places, activities and experiences are happening
right in your neighbourhood.
Discover Jalan Besar GRC and Potong Pasir SMC, and other
neighbourhoods through the e-guides here:
www.pa.gov.sg/our-programmes/community-integration
No part of this
without the wr
Association. A
Photo Disclaim
Several photog
during the pre-
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All information
(April 2022).
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#yourneighbourlywelcomeguide AN INITIATIVE BY
PEOPLE’S ASSOCIATION
My Neighbourhood,
Singapore Together is about the Government working with
Singaporeans, and Singaporeans working with one another, to
My Home!
build our future Singapore. The Government will open up more
partnership opportunities for Singaporeans to participate. The Singapore is a multi-racial society that celebrates the diversity and
Government also hopes to support more citizen-led efforts. vibrancy of different cultures, ethnicities and religions. What better
Whatever our background or interests, we can each step way to discover the gastronomical cuisines, heritage and architectural
forward to contribute in areas that we care about. By working landmarks and recreational activities than to start with a leisurely
together, we can turn diversity into strength and transform
challenges into opportunities, to build a Singapore that present
stroll around your neighbourhood. An initiative of the People’s
and future generations of Singaporeans will be proud of. Association, “Your Neighbourly Welcome Guide” contains colourful
anecdotes and well-kept secrets from residents and volunteers. These
unique stories of places, activities and experiences are happening
right in your neighbourhood.
Discover Jalan Besar GRC and Potong Pasir SMC, and other
neighbourhoods through the e-guides here:
www.pa.gov.sg/our-programmes/community-integration
No part of this guidebook may be reproduced
without the written permission of People’s
Association. All rights reserved. SPECIAL THANKS
Photo Disclaimer: The Woodleigh Residences
Several photographs in this book were taken
during the pre-COVID-19 period.
Copyright © 2021 by People’s Association.
All information is correct at time of publication
(April 2022).
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Welcome to Our
Neighbourhood!
Connect With
P07 Food Hunt P15 Discover Sights P23
Your Community
• One of the most well known hawker • A 55-metre-long colourful • Get together at the symbolic
centres in Singapore boatshaped bridge Jalan Besar stadium
• Michelin Bib Gourmand hawker stalls • The symbolic Whampoa dragon • Celebrate the festivities at the annual
Chinatown street light-up
• A treasure since the 1970s and more! • Iconic architectures and more!
Be A Part Of
P09 Tracing Our Roots P19 Fun In The Sun P25
The Community
• Discover the distinctly colourful façade • An urban park on reclaimed land • Provide daily meals for seniors and
of Indian Heritage Centre lower-income families
• A hidden nature gem built around
• Learn about the heritage and culture a reservoir • Collect and sort preloved
of Kreta Ayer Baju Raya for residents
• Singapore’s longest river and more!
• Immerse in Malay cultural experiences • Join a series of health talks for the
and more! seniors and more!
Temple St
登婆街
MORE ABOUT
SINGAPORE
FOOD FESTIVALS & THE OLD &
PARADISE CULTURES THE NEW
Ask almost anyone, and they
will tell you eating is one of
our favourite things to do!
As a vibrant cityscape with many
cultures, Singapore has many
festivals and events for everyone
Old shophouses amidst shiny new
skyscrapers. In Singapore, one
way we keep our history alive is
Explore
Our multicultural identity has to join. People from all different through active conservation. A Jalan Besar GRC &
opened us to the wide variety racial and cultural backgrounds lot of the old houses, shophouses
of cuisines and culinary trends. can enjoy exciting festivals like and places of significance have Potong Pasir SMC
A definite treat for your taste the Chingay festival, Thaipusam, been preserved to remind us of
buds, experience the richness of Deepavali, Hari Raya Puasa and our roots. Some of these places Welcome to our neighbourhood!
our different spices, coconut and Mid-Autumn festival. are where early immigrants lived You can enjoy both traditional
pandan as you chew into our or worked. While exploring our dishes and modern take on local
flavourful local delights which you neighbourhoods, you will find cuisine reinvented by the many
can find around the corner. charming old-school places woven cafes near the two rivers, the
into our cosmopolitan lifestyle and Rochor River and the Kallang
given new lives as eateries, shops, River, and find places that are rich
or other indulgences. in history in Jalan Besar. As you
roam the distinctive streetscape
of Jalan Besar, keep a look out
Experience a slice of Singapore right in your neighbourhood! for the Jalan Besar Heritage trail
that highlights various interesting
Discover an eclectic mix of food, heritage, shopping, culture architecture and activities you can
and more right at your doorstep and mingle with people in your take part in!
neighbourhood through fun-filled workshops and events. Whampoa HDB block
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A VIBRANT AWAY FROM
STREETSCAPE THE CITY
Jalan Besar GRC Potong Pasir SMC
Made up of Kampong Glam, Potong Pasir, meaning “cut sand”
Kolam Ayer, Kreta Ayer – in Malay, is often overlooked. The
Kim Seng and Whampoa, the area used to be a sand quarry
Jalan Besar neighbourhood is surrounded by kampung in the
home to beautifully conserved early days. Today, it is known
shophouses and places of as a quaint Singaporean town
worship that tell the tales of — that isn’t home to a shopping
various clans, from the Bugis and mall. Instead, you can find local
Boyanese to the Peranakans and convenience stores and eateries
Chinese clans. that are cherished by residents
that enjoy the rare idyllic pace the
neighbourhood has to offer.
JALAN BESAR GRC
INTRODUCING
JALAN BESAR GRC
POTONG PASIR SMC
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FOOD HUNT KEEP OUR
TABLES CLEAN
From savoury dishes to sweet snacks or desserts, a plethora of
food options awaits the adventurous foodie. Explore a variety of
local eats right in your neighbourhood today! In Singapore, it’s mandatory
for us to return our trays after
our meal to the designated
tray return zones in hawker
centres to keep our tables
clean for the next patron.
Let’s keep our hawker
centres clean together!
MAXWELL AMOY STREET BENDEMEER GOLDEN MILE SIMS VISTA MARKET WHAMPOA DRIVE
FOOD CENTRE FOOD CENTRE MARKET & FOOD CENTRE & FOOD CENTRE MAKAN PLACE
1 Kadayanallur Street 7 Maxwell Road FOOD CENTRE 505 Beach Road 49 Sims Place Whampoa Drive
29 Bendemeer Road
This food centre is popular among Located in the heart of the Golden Mile Food Centre has Sims Vista Market & Food centre Whampoa Drive Makan Place is
the locals and tourists alike. It’s Central Business District (CBD) Don’t be surprised by the long been around since the 1970s. is a popular hawker centre a popular wet market and food
famed for its delicious local food area, this hawker is packed with queues at this food centre. Locals Split between two levels, the packed with local delicacies such centre that serves up a wide
from the famous chicken rice patrons during lunch time. Filled enjoy having a heartwarming food centre is located on the as Fried Beehoon, Nasi Lemak, variety of delicious local delights.
to fish soup to Rojak, and even with Michelin Bib Gourmand food meal of Laksa, beef noodles, fried lower level and it’s known for Soon Kueh and Ban Mian. A Come and savour some of the
traditional snacks like oyster cake centre stalls, you can sample carrot cake and curry rice before affordable food options and a notable dish here is a green chili favourite dishes such as fried
and Peranakan Kuehs. a mixture of new and familiar they begin their day! good range of halal food stalls. chicken rice that is reminiscent of Hokkien Prawn Noodles, dried
hawker fare such as fried Kway Ayam Penyet. Ban Mian and Lor Mee!
Teow, ramen and more.
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TRACING INDIAN HERITAGE
OUR ROOTS
CENTRE
5 Campbell Lane
This heritage centre showcases
the culture, heritage and
history of Singaporean Indians.
Look out for the distinctly
Our neighbourhoods are rich with heritage and history. Take a walk
colourful facade inspired by the
down the streets and you will find historical places and conserved traditional Indian stepwell.
architecture, each with a story to tell.
WAR MEMORIAL
PARK
Bounded by Nicoll Highway,
Stamford Road, Beach Road
and Bras Basah Road
The war memorial was officially
unveiled in 1967 in remembrance
of the civilians who perished in
World War II. The four columns
represent the races of Singapore
bonded tightly at the base to
signify unity.
KRETA AYER
HERITAGE GALLERY
28A Kreta Ayer Road
Learn about the heritage and
culture of Kreta Ayer through a
showcase of photographs and
objects and discover how the
area has evolved from the old
days till today.
LET’S BE
CONSIDERATE
When visiting various heritage sites, refrain
from making too much noise out of respect.
Together, let’s create a pleasant experience
of our cultural heritage!
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KRETA AYER MASJID ALKAFF
PEOPLE’S THEATRE UPPER SERANGOON
30A Kreta Ayer Road 66 Pheng Geck Avenue
The theatre was built in 1969 as The mosque was built by a
a permanent stage for cultural well-known and affluent Arab
shows. Today, Kreta Ayer People’s Family, the Alkaffs, for the local
Theatre continues to stage art Muslim community at large.
and cultural shows with a strong The mosque is most distinctly
emphasis on Chinese opera. recognised for the design of its
minaret which adopts a pencil-
like shape, influenced by Ottoman
Islamic architecture.
GIOK HONG
TIAN TEMPLE
495 Havelock Road SRI SIVA
The temple boasts over 100 DURGA TEMPLE
years of history and is dedicated 8 Potong Pasir Avenue 2
to the Jade Emperor. The temple
was established in 1887 by Mr. The history of Sri Siva Durga
Cheang Hong Lim, a prominent Temple can be traced back
merchant and philanthropist. to 1906. In the late 1980s, a
number of sculptors, architects
and skilled workers constructed
this temple that now becomes
MASJID HAJJAH the main fixture at Potong Pasir.
RAHIMABI The temple also holds major
events yearly.
KEBUN LIMAU
76 Kim Keat Road
The mosque was built in 1984. MALAY HERITAGE
Kebun Limau, or lime garden CENTRE
in Malay, refers to the old
name of the area populated 85 Sultan Gate
with lime trees in the 1800s.
The mosque is also named Opened in June 2005, the Malay
after the philanthropist Hajjah Heritage Centre (MHC) acts
Rahima Bee Ahmad Angullia. as a vital heritage institution
for the Malay community in
Singapore. Situated in Kampong
Glam precinct, visitors can
look forward to exploring the
wonderful cultural experiences
at the centre such as the
exhibitions and programmes.
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SUN YAT SEN
NANYANG
MEMORIAL HALL
12 Tai Gin Road
The Sun Yat Sen Nanyang
Memorial Hall is a must-see
attraction for Chinese history
buffs. Gain insights into his
relationship with prominent
community leaders and his
personal life through old photos
and personal items at the five
galleries in the museum.
SRI SRINIVASA
PERUMAL TEMPLE
397 Serangoon Road
Constructed in 1855, the Sri
Srinivasa Perumal Temple is
one of Singapore’s oldest Hindu
temples. It was gazetted as a
national monument in 1978.
You can admire the five-tiered
gopuram at the entrance, which is
adorned with various avatars of
Vishnu, flora and abstract motifs.
KWAN IM THONG
OLD COLONIAL
HOOD CHO TEMPLE
HOUSES AT
178 Waterloo Street
WOODLEIGH PARK
Woodleigh Park Built in 1884, Kwan Im Thong
Hood Cho Temple is a popular
Almost invisible from the main temple for devotees who worship
road, these black and white Guan Yin, the Chinese goddess of
residential houses exude a quiet, mercy. The temple is a hallmark
serene charm. of traditional Chinese temple
courtyard architecture and
craftsmanship that were popular
in the late 19th century.
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DISCOVER MARINA BARRAGE
SIGHTS
8 Marina Gardens Drive
Marina Barrage is Singapore’s
most urbanised water
catchment at Marina Barrage.
Besides being a reservoir, its
recognisable sloping green
If you enjoy soaking in the sun and feeling the cool breeze against your roof makes it a great place for
skin, come discover these sights and take scenic walks while basking in kite flying and picnics.
the beauty of your neighbourhood.
ALKAFF BRIDGE
1 Havelock Road
Spot this 55-metre-long colourful
boatshaped bridge along
Robertson Quay. Painted by
late Filipino artist Pacita Abad,
and restored in 2019, this bridge
is a symbol of the Singapore-
Philippines ties.
KOLAM AYER
ABC WATERFRONT
BRIDGE
64 Kallang Bahru
This 200-metre stretch along
Kallang River underwent a
makeover in 2008 and became
a waterfront leisure spot for
residents of Kolam Ayer, featuring
floating look-out decks and
interactive water features to get
closer to the waters.
CLEAN &
BEAUTIFUL
While going on walks, let’s ensure we keep
N NE our surroundings clean to preserve the
beauty of our outdoor spaces! Remember
NW
E
to discard your litter properly!
W
SE
SW S
15 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 16NEW ALKAFF
LAKE FOR
BIDADARI ESTATE
Bidadari
The new Alkaff Lake is a
great place to take a respite
from the bustling city. Located
in a new Bidadari Park, the
park will integrate with an *Artist Impression by The Woodleigh Residences
existing Memorial Garden as a
commemoration of the heritage of
Bidadari Cemetery.
POTONG PASIR
PUBLIC HOUSING
BLOCKS
Potong Pasir Avenue 3
Spot the iconic slanted roofs on
public housing blocks in Potong
Pasir. Look out for the words
‘Welcome to Potong Pasir’ sign at
the top of block 142!
WHAMPOA DRAGON
FOUNTAIN STATUE
85 Whampoa Drive
KAMPONG GLAM A 4-metre-tall slender Chinese
Kampong Glam dragon stands in front of Block 85
Whampoa Drive. The dragon
Once an ethnic enclave for the with meticulously hand-pasted
Muslim community, Kampong porcelain scales has been a
Glam has been gazetted as a symbolic landmark ever since the
conservation area. Explore the town was built in the 1970s.
district for its heritage businesses
in food, perfumery, and others.
17 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 18FUN SUN IN THE THE PROMONTORY
@ MARINA BAY
11 Marina Boulevard
The park created on reclaimed
land has unblocked views of
If you prefer to be out and about, working out in green spaces or just the beautiful Singapore skyline
and is a common venue used for
taking leisurely walks, add these outdoor neighbourhood spaces to recreational activities and events.
your list for your next day out in the sun.
PEARL’S HILL
CITY PARK
Along Chin Swee Road,
Pearl’s Hill Road
A hidden nature gem built
around a reservoir on top of a
hill, the park is a great place to
take a breather from the hustle
and bustle of city life. Visitors can
look forward to seeing tembusu
trees and beautiful lotus plants
by the pond.
KALLANG RIVER
Kallang River
Starting at Lower Peirce Reservoir
and ending at Kallang Basin, the
10km Kallang River is Singapore’s
longest river. WIth meandering
streams and green landscape, it
makes for a leisurely cycling trip.
ABC WATERWAY @
FOOTPATH KALLANG RIVER
(POTONG PASIR)
COURTESY Between Potong Pasir Avenue
1 and St Andrew’s Junior School
The waterway along Kallang
River has been revitalised with
natural landscaping and look-
Remember that we share a out decks. Enjoy a leisurely cycle
common footpath. If you are along the water in either direction
a cyclist, please give way to towards Singapore Sports Hub or
pedestrians and ring your bell Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park.
politely in advance to alert
them if needed.
19 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 20A LEISURELY STROLL Follow this route to discover some interesting outdoor
places in our neighbourhood!
Look out for the
Park Connector
Network (PCN)!
This path continues into other
neighbourhoods through an island-
wide greenery network known as the
Park Connector Network. Look out for
ESPLANADE YOUTH HELIX BRIDGE MARINA BAY the PCN signages and maps as you
navigate your way along the roads,
OUTDOOR THEATRE OLYMPIC PARK The 280-metre-long bridge has WATERFRONT scenic rivers and canals that link you
With Marina Bay as its backdrop, Named to commemorate the a distinctive aesthetics inspired PROMENADE to the major parks. Hop on a bicycle or
Esplanade Outdoor Theatre inaugural Youth Olympic Games by the double helix of the DNA simply jog along the park connectors!
structure. It connects Marina A 3.5km waterfront walkway
is a relaxing place to enjoy hosted by Singapore, the along the bay that brings people
performances or simply to take a park features art installations Centre to the Bayfront District.
across many attractions such
breather and enjoy the skyline. designed in various mediums by as Spectra, an outdoor light and
local youths. water show, the helix bridge and
the ArtScience Museum
21 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 22CONNECT WITH YOUR
COMMUNITY
Immerse in the culture and buzz of your
neighbourhood. Take the first step to say hello
to your friendly neighbours and you might even
gain a few buddies along the way.
JALAN BESAR
STADIUM
100 Tyrwhitt Road
ANNUAL
After the war, the stadium was CHINATOWN
used as a site for inaugural
events, rallies and the first ever CHINESE NEW YEAR
Singapore Armed Forces Day AND MID -AUTUMN
parade on 11 July 1969. Today, FESTIVAL STREET
the Jalan Besar stadium is a
well-known venue used to host LIGHT-UP
Singaporean football events. Chinatown
The Street Light-up, a perennial
favorite and mainstay of the
annual Chinatown Chinese New
Year and Mid-Autumn Festival
celebrations, will see the streets
of Chinatown dressed in festive
décor. Stretching across New
Bridge Road, Eu Tong Sen Street,
and South Bridge Road, the
Street Light-Up features thematic
lanterns and is a must-visit during
the festive periods.
23 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 24BE A PART OF THE BREAKFAST WITH LOVE A bi-weekly senior outreach
programme organised by
COMMUNITY
Kampong Glam Youth Network for
residents to bond over exercise
and cultural performances.
Visit Kampong Glam CC
for more information.
Connect with your community as you get to know people from
all walks of life. Make like-minded friends and pick up new skills
through fun-filled activities. A neighbourhood is not just about the
places, it is also about the people.
LOVE CONNECT @ BEACH ROAD Together with PEACE-Connect
Senior Activity Centre (SAC), Love
Connect provides daily meals for
seniors and lower-income families
residing in Beach Road precinct.
GIVE AND TAKE MARKET A joint initiative of Jalan Besar
GRC Grassroots Organisations Visit Kampong Glam CC
(GROs) and Central Singapore for more information.
Community Development Council
(CDC), it aims to lighten the cost
of living for lower-income families
and nurture a spirit of giving
within the community.
Visit www.facebook.com/ KOLAM AYER CARES Kolam Ayer Cares is an event
ourjalanbesar conducted in a “supermarket”
for more information. format where lower-income
residents can select rations and
daily necessities at the event.
CATCHPLUS This programme targets
children and youths between Visit Kolam Ayer CC
7 years old and 16 years old for more information.
that help build confidence
and develop values through
activities-based learning.
Visit Kreta Ayer CC
for more information.
HARI RAYA DONATION DRIVE This meaningful initiative aims to
collect preloved Baju Raya from
donors and give it a second life by
donating it to someone in need.
JOYPLUS This pilot programme aims Visit Kolam Ayer CC
to support lower income for more information.
residents living in Kreta Ayer
where they can select food,
personal care items and
laundry supplies.
Visit Kreta Ayer CC
for more information.
25 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 26WEEKLY DISTRIBUTION TO SENIORS A collaboration with Food from
the Heart, a variety of items such
as ration packs, trays of eggs,
fresh fruits and vegetables are
distributed to vulnerable seniors.
Visit Whampoa CC or
Kallang CC for more information.
MONTHLY MEAL VOUCHER DISTRIBUTION This scheme helps vulnerable
seniors to defray their living
expenses by providing monthly
meal vouchers that can be used
at participating food stalls.
Visit Whampoa CC or
Kallang CC for more information.
THE R.O.S.E PROGRAMME The programme aims to
provide beneficiaries with
necessities such as rice, oil,
sugar, and other essentials. It
also encourages volunteerism
within the community.
Visit Potong Pasir CC
for more information.
TCM HEALTH TALK SERIES A series of health talks is
conducted over Zoom every *Volunteers helping out at Jalan Besar GRC
3rd Wednesday of the month Give & Take event
for the seniors to have a better
understanding of TCM.
STEP FORWARD TO
Visit Potong Pasir CC
for more information
VOLUNTEER
Keep a lookout for volunteering
opportunities in your neighbourhood
today! Join an initiative and lend
a helping hand. Together, we can
make our neighbourhood a better
place for everyone!
27 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 28DIGITAL
SERVICES PAYNOW
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you to:
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This SGSecure app allows Board (HDB)
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Development
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This ICA mobile app allows This transport mobile app This government app allows messages during an www.towncouncils.sg
you to: allows you to: you to report the following emergency Singapore Together
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...
at libraries
29 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 30WELCOME TO OUR TOWN
COUNCIL OFFICE LET’S BE
NEIGHBOURHOOD Jalan Besar Town Council
(Main Office)
Address: 70 Geylang Bahru,
RESPONSIBLE
#01-2719, S330070
NEIGHBOURHOOD POLICE CENTRE/POST SINGAPORE Tel: 6298 9222 In Singapore, we keep our
POST OFFICE surroundings clean and green
Bukit Merah East Potong Pasir Jalan Besar Town Council to ensure a high standard
Neighbourhood Police Centre Neighbourhood Police Post Chinatown Branch (Potong Pasir Office) of hygiene and protect our
environment. Together, let’s
Address: 391 New Bridge Address: 142 Potong Pasir ensure we pick up after
Address: 101 Upper Cross Address: 121 Potong Pasir
ourselves and keep our
Road, #03-112, Police Avenue 3, #01-240, S350142 Street, #B1-17A, People’s Avenue 1, #01-271, S350121 surroundings clean!
Cantonment Complex, Tel: 1800 282 9999 Park Centre, S058357 Tel: 62845000 / 62845161
Block A, S088762
Tel: 1800 236 9999 River Valley Crawford Branch Jalan Besar Town Council
Neighbourhood Police Post (Chin Swee Office)
Kim Seng Neighbourhood Address: 15 Beach Road,
Police Post (e-Kiosk) Address: 4 Delta Avenue, #01-4685, S190015 Address: 54 Chin Swee Road,
#01-02, S161004 #01-23, S160054
Address: 5 Beo Crescent, Tel: 1800 278 9999 Potong Pasir Branch Tel: 62989222 (Office Hours)
POLYCLINIC
S169981 1800-241 7711 (24 Hours) Kallang Polyclinic and
Rochor Neighbourhood Address: 6 Potong Pasir Long Term Care (Upcoming)
Kreta Ayer Neighbourhood Police Centre Avenue 2, #02-01, S358361
Police Post (Self-Help Kiosk) COMMUNITY
Address: 701 Serangoon
Address: 11 Kampong Kapor Tiong Bahru Branch LIBRARY
Road, S328263
Address: 55 North Canal Road, S208678
Road, S059288 Tel: 1800 294 9999 Address: 28 Tiong Bahru library@chinatown
Outram Singhealth
Road, #01-141/147, S163028 Polyclinic
Marina Bay Whampoa Neighbourhood Address: 133 New Bridge
Neighbourhood Police Centre Police Post Towner Branch Road, #04-12, Chinatown
Point, S059413 Address: 3 Second Hospital
Avenue, #02-00, Health
Address: 70 Marina View, Address: 29 Jalan Bahagia, Address: 101 Towner Road,
National Library Promotion Board Building,
S018962 #01-368, Whampoa Vista, #01-204/206, S322101 S168937
Tel: 1800 222 9999 S320029
Tel: 1800 250 7999 Address: 100 Victoria Street,
S188064
31 #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide #yourneighbourlywelcomeguide 32ABOUT
PEOPLE’S
ASSOCIATION
WELCOME TO THE
The People’s Association was established on 1 July 1960
NEIGHBOURHOOD! to promote racial harmony and social cohesion in Singapore.
Our mission is to build and bridge communities in achieving
one people, one Singapore.
We hope that you will enjoy our The People’s Association offers a wide range of programmes
neighbourhood as much as we do. and volunteering opportunities for Singaporeans from all
walks of life through a network of over 2,000 Grassroots
Remember this is just the beginning, Organisations, over 100 Community Clubs, five Community
there’s so much more that awaits Development Councils, National Community Leadership
Institute and PAssion WaVe.
you in our friendly neighbourhood!
Our community is always here for
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or scan the QR code below:IMPORTANT INFORMATION COMMUNITY CLUBS
EMERGENCY USEFUL KAMPONG GLAM KRETA AYER
CONTACTS CONTACTS KIM SENG
Kampong Glam
Emergency Ambulance Essential Maintenance National Community Club Kim Seng
and Fire Service Unit (for common Environment Agency Address: 385 Beach Road, Community Centre
995 estate areas) 6225 5632 S199581 Address: 570 Havelock
1800 241 7711 Tel: 6295 0741 Facebook Road, S169640 Facebook
Non-Emergency Public Utilities Board Tel: 6272 3878
Ambulance Building & Construction (to report floods/ Jalan Besar
1777 Authority (to report drain obstructions) Community Club Kreta Ayer
structural defects in 1800 225 5782 Address: 69 Jellicoe Road, Community Club
Police Emergency condominiums and non- S208737 Address: 28A Kreta Ayer
999 public housing buildings) Land Transport Authority Tel: 6298 6110 Road, S088995
1800 342 5222 (for roads, crossings, bus Tel: 6222 3597
Police Emergency SMS services/stops) KOLAM AYER
(if not possible to call) General Utilities 1800 225 5582 POTONG PASIR SMC
71999 1800 778 8888 (SP) Geylang West
1800 225 5782 (PUB) National Parks Board Community Club Potong Pasir
Police Hotline (for crime- 1800 752 1800 (City Energy) 1800 471 7300 Address: 1205 Upper Boon Community Club
related information) Keng Road, S387311 Address: 6 Potong Pasir
1800 255 0000 Community Mediation Animal & Veterinary Tel: 6748 3024 Facebook Avenue 2, S358361
Centre (for neighbour Service Tel: 6280 1182 Facebook
Fire Hazard Reporting disputes) 1800 476 1600 Kolam Ayer
(SCDF) 1800 225 5529 Community Club
WHAMPOA
1800 280 0000 Address: 1 Geylang Bahru
Lane, S339631 Kallang Community Club
Tel: 6293 5572 Address: 45 Boon Keng
Road, S337991
Tel: 6298 4582
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Address: 300 Whampoa
Drive, S327737
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