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8 parks fully connected in western Singapore

Posted on 25 Oct 2009 | Comments Off on 8 parks fully connected in western Singapore

Bukit Batok Town Park is also known as ‘Little Guilin’ because of a granite rock sitting within a lake.

A wide range of exciting recreational experiences awaits residents in western Singapore, following the completion of the Western Adventure Park Connector Network (PCN).

The 23km PCN joins eight parks in western Singapore, namely Choa Chu Kang Park, Villa Verde Park, Zhenghua Park, Dairy Farm Nature Park, Bukit Batok Nature Park, Bukit Batok Town Park, Limbang Park and Bukit Panjang Park.

Minister for Manpower Gan Kim Yong officially launched the Western Adventure PCN on Sunday as part of Clean and Green Singapore.

Mr Gan, who is also the MP for Chua Chu Kang, walked a 1.8km scenic stretch of Pang Sua Park Connector with 1,000 residents, accompanied by MPs for Hong Kah GRC, Dr Amy Khor and Mr Alvin Yeo.

The Western Adventure PCN caters to users ranging from the adventure-seekers to the nature lovers and families. Continue reading →

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S$4m public space unveiled at Dhoby Ghaut

Posted on 25 Oct 2009 | Comments Off on S$4m public space unveiled at Dhoby Ghaut

A new S$4 million public space has been unveiled at Dhoby Ghaut.

It is a space for everyone and provides a quiet corner for those wishing to seek respite from the bustle of the city.

Dhoby Ghaut Green, just outside the Dhoby Ghaut MRT station, is the latest addition to the 28 parks in the city.

To minimise its impact on surrounding developments, it features a submerged cocoon-shaped amphitheatre that seats 250 people.

A shaded gravel area allows arts and community groups to stage performances, while an open-turfed field caters to outdoor sports activities. There is also a cafe which provides alfresco dining. Continue reading →

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