The Chinese Swimming Club (CSC) has successfully secured a 30-year lease renewal for its sports complex located at Amber Road. The renewal, achieved after four years of negotiations with the authorities, was entirely funded by the club’s reserves. The announcement follows recent news about the Raffles Town Club’s land being slated for residential development upon […]
As Singapore plans the ambitious Long Island reclamation project off the East Coast, property analysts anticipate a mix of public and private properties, potentially accommodating up to 60,000 new homes. While no concrete plans are in place, the development could significantly transform the area, offering more opportunities for waterfront living and job creation. The government’s […]
Singapore is set to embark on a groundbreaking initiative with the Long Island project, aiming to reclaim three expansive tracts of land off East Coast Park. This ambitious venture, roughly twice the size of Marina Bay, responds to the growing threat of rising sea levels and potential inland flooding in the East Coast region. Key […]
The transformation of Marine Parade and the East Coast area is a testament to a significant land reclamation project that took place between the 1960s and 1980s. Marine Parade, being the pioneer housing estate constructed entirely on reclaimed land, is set to commemorate its 50th anniversary in 2024, marking the inception of its first residents. […]
CapitaLand Investment has been entrusted with the management of Kallang Wave Mall and the retail spaces within the Singapore Sports Hub. This management agreement is set to span six years, commencing from April 1, 2024, and concluding on March 31, 2030. Stellar Alpha, the current operator, has been overseeing these spaces since the Singapore Sports […]
The upcoming Bayshore waterfront residential estate in Bedok is set to bring approximately 10,000 new homes, with a significant portion, around 7,000 units, allocated for public housing. This extension of Bedok town, situated on a 60-hectare reclaimed land bounded by Upper East Coast Road, Bayshore Road, and the East Coast Parkway, is designed to offer […]
The Integrated Programme, or IP, offers an alternative educational path for students in Singapore. Here are the key points: Purpose: IP is a 6-year program introduced in 2004 that allows students to bypass the national O-level examinations and proceed directly to A-levels or other qualifications like the International Baccalaureate (IB). Curriculum: IP students undergo a […]
GEP (Gifted Education Programme) The Gifted Education Programme, or GEP, is a specialized program designed to cater to the educational needs of intellectually gifted students in Singapore. Here’s what you need to know: Identification Process: Students eligible for the GEP are identified through a two-stage exercise in Primary 3. Those selected will receive an invitation […]
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has unveiled several proposals for its upcoming 2025 Draft Masterplan, which will guide Singapore’s land use and development plans for the next 10 to 15 years. Among the key proposals are: Centralized Housing: Plans include the development of a diverse mix of public and private housing in more central locations, […]
In the fourth quarter of 2023, more than 10 private residential projects are poised to launch, offering over 3,500 housing units. Despite a decrease in homebuyer interest and persistent high financing and land costs due to cooling measures in the real estate market, industry analysts anticipate that prices will remain stable. Among these launches, five […]
