Award winning Carousel restaurant, where food is prepared in halal certified kitchens, has long been a favourite with Singaporeans and visitors. Situated off the lobby at level one of Royal Plaza on Scotts, it is spacious and welcoming.
The buffet restaurant’s concept has been redesigned, still providing culinary delights to satisfy diners with Singapore, Japanese, Mediterranean and Western cuisine, amongst other international tastebud tinglers. Seafood has always been a mainstay, as well as delectable desserts. Tea and coffee are included in the buffet prices, currently ranging from $42++ to $88++.
Indulge in popular Singapore chilli crab and chicken rice, succulent Maine lobster, Australian and New Zealand mussels, a range of colourful salads, tender roast lamb, fragrant fried rice, traditional Malay gado gado with its more-ish spicy peanut gravy, baked chicken, noodle dishes, appealing teppanyaki choices, tandoori chicken, Thai curry, pasta and a colourful mélange of other palate pleasers. Leave space for desserts such as burnt cheesecake, chocolate cake, berry tarts, comforting bread and butter pudding, as well as ice cream, tropical fruit and a cheese selection.
Such is Carousel’s allure, be sure to make a reservation.
Verdict: Whether lunch, afternoon tea or dinner, a fine spread awaits at the conveniently central location just off Orchard Road.
Singapore Night Festival at Bras Basah Bugis precinct returns this year from 19 – 27 August 2022. Back for the first time in two years, the 13th edition of this annual festival aptly revolves around the theme “Rebirth” and onlookers can expect cool projection mappings, light art installations, live performances and general creativity and imagination.
This year there are over 55 exciting happenings to discover throughout this after dark festival including an exciting line-up of arts, heritage and cultural experiences alongside the food and shopping. It’s always a great gig with plenty to take in, so we recommend setting more than one night aside to enjoy all this illuminating festival has to offer. Here’s ANZA’s pick of some of the hightlights:
Never spotted the enchanting neon forest at Dhoby Ghaut before?! Head here from this weekend for spectacular music from local artists and DJs and delicious local food from the likes of Alley, The Swag Social and Fooditude, especially curated for the Night Festival.
19 Aug to 27 Aug, 6pm – 10.30pm (weekdays), 6pm – 11.30pm (weekends). Free admission
Join heritage guide (and previous ANZA interviewee) Jerome Lim as he takes you on a journey to discover the interesting tales held at National Archives of Singapore (NAS), as well as former school buildings in the neighbourhood.
National Archives Singapore, 19 Aug & 20 Aug, 26 Aug & 27 Aug, 8pm – 9pm. Free admission
Featuring homegrown jazz artists such as The Rhythmakers and Litmus Jazz Ensemble, prepare for some fun evenings of swing, bop, latin jazz, and more at the historic site of the Capitol. Dancing might be possible!
19 Aug & 20 Aug, 26 Aug & 27 Aug. 7.30pm – 8.30pm, 9pm – 10pm. Capitol Singapore’s Outdoor Plaza. Free admission
Get set for the SG Night Festival’s first ever Night Bazaar featuring male and female officewear, luxury bags, children’s clothes, books, boardgames and more. When you purchase anything from New2U Thriftshop, 100% of our proceeds goes towards Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO) initiatives and Star Shelter.
New2U Thrift Shop Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations 96 Waterloo Street, 187967. 19 Aug to 21 Aug 7pm – 10pm
Experience the different ways of playing shadow puppetry, with a special display of traditional shadow puppets including Sun Wukong, the Monkey King from Chinese classic “Journey to the West”, and Prince Rama from Indian epic “Ramayana”. These shows are suitable for all ages, but supervision is required for participants aged 12 years and below.
Stamford Arts Centre. 26 Aug & 27 Aug 7pm – 10.30pm. Free admission
Learn about the meanings and significance behind Christian symbols and statues, and see what hidden treasures the Church guards at this stunning building, plus discover why a priest chooses to be a priest, or how religious brothers live.225A
Film buffs will love this exhibition that celebrates all things celluloid through screenings, talks, sharing sessions, and a film memorabilia showcase. The aim is to bring on deeper discussions and more understanding of short films in the region.
19 Aug & 20 Aug, 26 Aug & 27 Aug. 12pm – 9pm. Objectifs Chapel Gallery 155 Middle Rd, Singapore 188977. Free admission
ANZA members helping out with the Salvation Army food distribution programme
If you’re looking at volunteering in Singapore, ANZA Action is for you. This charitable arm of our community offers members the chance to give back to our adopted home through fundraising and volunteering – and we’re always open to new opportunities!
The history of charitable activities in Singapore can be traced back to the arrival of Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819 and the foundation of modern Singapore. Indeed, despite the pandemic’s toll on life, Singapore continues to rank highly in the Southeast Asia region today for its philanthropic spirit. According to a recent report in The Straits Times, Singaporeans gave generously to charity throughout 2021. There were more than 4,800 fundraising campaigns on Giving.sg (an impressive 21 per cent jump from 2020), which provides plenty of inspiration.
As we re-enter a new normal, volunteering will rebound to suit the modern volunteer. “At ANZA Action we’re seeking less commitment, shorter term-based roles, and there are three primary areas in which you can give your time,” explains ANZA’s Community Service Coordinator, Debra de Reeper.
● Event based roles
Assist in fundraising campaigns or benefit events such as the yearly toy drive for LOVE, NILS who work to support children with cancer. Or maybe staff a fundraising booth for IC2 who support children with visual impairments
Volunteer with Kodie at Riding For The Disabled Association Singapore
● Service based roles
Join organisations to provide services such as meal preparation and delivery, or aid the elderly in arts and crafts. Alternatively, play a game of mahjong with the Salvation Army or help out at Riding For The Disabled Association Singapore (RDA Singapore) assisting physically and mentally disabled children and young adults with horse riding therapy sessions (Hippotherapy). Lending your time and skills to youth sporting groups such as ANZA Soccer,Netball or Nippers is also a great way to get involved
Volunteer as a coach with ANZA soccer
● Skills-based volunteering
This is where you can use your knowledge and experience to support an organisation. For example, volunteer at styling sessions for Dressed for Success, use your research expertise to assist AIDHA in the fields of education, migration, gender and development, or join ANZA Knitters to make cute clothing for newborns
Sense of achievement
“We volunteer for many reasons,” says Debra. “These include a sense of giving back to the community, learning new skills, personal growth, a feeling of achievement and making a difference in people’s lives, and finally, for the social aspect of working together with peers.”
Whilst no one should ever pressure anyone to volunteer, know that in doing so you will reap as many benefits as the organisation you donate your time to. ANZA’s website (anza.org.sg) has a list of organisations in Singapore requiring volunteers, with links directly to their volunteer sign-up pages. Giving.sg and SG Cares also have sites showcasing volunteer jobs and events at giving.sg/virtual-volunteer and volunteer.gov.sg
The much-talked-about Greater Southern Waterfront is set to transform 30 km of Singapore’s Southern coastline from Pasir Panjang to Marina East into a new gateway for urban living. If you’re living in or planning to reside near Keppel Club, soothing local green spaces such as Mount Faber or the Pasir Panjang Power District, you’re in luck! This massive project to develop the ‘Live, Work, Play’ gateway of the South is bound to improve amenities, facilities and connectivity in your neighbourhood. Here’s what we think residents living around the area will enjoy in the years to come:
Distinctive recreational experience
As part of the Greater Southern Waterfront development, Pulau Brani, the island between Singapore and Sentosa, will be redeveloped to create more recreational spaces for residents and visitors. The new Pasir Panjang Linear Park will also connect with West Coast Park to Labrador Nature Reserve to offer a glimpse of the two decommissioned Pasir Panjang power stations between Labrador Nature Reserve and the current Pasir Panjang port terminal. The defunct stations will be transformed into lifestyle destinations that promise to pump up the fun and vibrancy of the precinct.
Excellent connectivity
The new developments near the Keppel Club site will bring accessibility and connectivity up a notch with two new MRT stations and seamlessconnectors along the continuous waterfront promenade. This allows the estate to go car-lite and residents can conveniently get around the vicinity by walking or cycling.
Just imagine having a smooth connector that links Labrador Park to the Rail Corridor and West Coast Park to Kent Ridge Park. The connectors allow residents and visitors to explore the estate on foot while enjoying the amenities along the promenade.
In time to come, there may even be a cable car station and a new funicular system at the foothill of Mount Faber to carry visitors to the hilltop. This provides easy access to Mount Faber and the rest of the 10 km-long Southern Ridges.
More commercial spaces
Adding to the list of prominent business parks like Mapletree Business City and Alexandra Technopark Tower in the precinct, more office spaces are likely to be added to the Great Southern Waterfront to allow more residents to work near where they live. This assures shorter commutes to and from work, and residents can make the most of their time for better work-life balance.
If you’ve just invested in a residential property near the Greater Southern Waterfront region, surely the increase in commercial spaces is good news to you. Such development ensures a steady tenant pool and increases the profitability of your property.
Living close to the Greater Southern Waterfront region can be such a delightful experience that increases your quality of life and lets you live, work and play close to home.
If this is what you are looking for, visit the new condominium launch of Terra Hill (former Flynn Park) to explore the possibility of residing in this exciting neighbourhood. The luxury condominium with 271 units of modern homes and full facilities located along Yew Siang Road may just be the ideal home you’re looking for.
While we love a bit of modern snazz, there’s something very special about staying at a hotel that is steeped in local history. Creaky wooden floors, retro antiques, grand lounges made for afternoon tea and gossip, and maybe a hidden underground tunnel or two, have the power to practically time machine you into a bygone era. We reveal some of the region’s most majestic places in which to take a satisfying step back now that travel is on the cards once more.
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel,Vietnam
From the neoclassical facade to the interior garden courtyard, this address is golden-era glamour at its finest. Upon opening in 1901, the likes of Charlie Chaplin and writer Graham Greene rocked up at the hotel’s streetside restaurant, often hanging out for the entire afternoon. In the decades following the Vietnam war, the property was revived once more to its former glory, resplendent with gorgeous antique furniture, spacious rooms and the historical Metropole Wing, which showcases preserved furniture, flooring and neo-classical touches. all.accor.com
Temple Tree Resort, Langkawi
Not quite a hotel, but more of a mini-heritage village, Temple Tree makes
you feel like you’ve pitched up on a glorious ancient film set. Featuring twenty beautifully appointed suites which come in the shape of lovingly preserved Malaysian heritage houses, the owners of the resort moved each building from around Malaysia, saving them from demolition. Each one, aged from 80 to over 100 years old, was taken apart piece by piece to complete the journey, before being conserved with a unique character. Today guests are treated to the ultimate authentic stay in properties that used to be a century-old Chinese farmhouse, a colonial-style bungalow, and a 1940s-era Malay home. Features corporate stilts, geometric latticework, wooden furniture, and airy layouts. Amenities at the resort include two swimming pools. The restaurant at adjoining Bon Ton Resort, Nam, is one of the best on the island. templetree.com.my
Centara Grand BeachResort & Villas, Hua Hin
This property was originally known as the Railway Hotel. In the early 1900s, Thailand’s southern railway route finally linked Bangkok and the west coast by train, granting easy access to gorgeous beaches. Hua Hin, which was once a small fishing port, suddenly became a seaside magnet for today’s equivalent of hordes of Instagrammers. Ninety-nine years after its opening in 1923, this colonial-style hotel still sets a luxurious tone with its European-style decor, sweeping staircases, deep bathtubs and romantic verandas. centarahotelsresorts.com
Amansara,Siem Reap, Cambodia
In 1962, King Sihanouk commissioned French architect, Laurent Mondet, to build a guesthouse that would enable visiting dignitaries to enjoy a luxurious stay, and provide them with close proximity to ancient ruins and rice paddies. Step forward Amansara, which now stands on these grounds and embodies a masterpiece of 1960’s New Khmer architecture ten minutes from Cambodia’s UNESCO World Heritage Site, Angkor Wat. The 24 suites are suitably tranquil with private courtyards and soothing water features, and there’s also a divine spa, curvilinear pool and dining room – previously the King’s screening room. Whether he had a Netflix subscription remains unconfirmed. aman.com
The Majestic Malacca, Malaysia
This is a heritage hotel that lives up to its name. Located on the banks of the Malacca River, the hotel showcases a standout white facade overlooking the thriving trade port that once drew merchants from all over the world. Originally owned by a tycoon, the original 1920s mansion remains at the heart of the hotel, while a newer building mirrors the original architecture and maintainsallure with teakwood furniture,original Victorian tile floors,claw-foot bathtubs, silk drapesand stained-glass windows. Therestaurant looks over the river,allowing guests to dine on Nyonyacuisine with a view. Well worthbattling the Causeway on a Fridaynight. majesticmalacca.com
The ANZA Melbourne Cup Race Day 2022 is back on Tuesday 1 November 2022 and promises all the usual razzmatazz plus some updated high-jinx. We’re also thrilled to welcome AAM Advisory as the new Platinum and Presenting Sponsors of this prestigious event.
Hat’s the way to do it! Expect all the glamour at The ANZA Melbourne Cup
What happens at The Anza Melbourne Cup
Every year, The ANZA Melbourne Cup Race Day is hosted by the Singapore Turf Club. The buzz of this iconic Australian carnival is recreated here in Singapore with live betting – the only place to do so in Singapore – including big screens beaming all the action in from Flemington in Melbourne. Celebrations take place surrounded by friends and with lots of excitement throughout the day. As one of the most popular Aussie sporting events to be recreated annually on the red dot, guests get the opportunity to:
Dress up to the nines, including the wearing of a fancy hat (optional)
Take part in our coveted Fashions on the Field, a best-dressed competition to find Mr and Mrs Melbourne Cup 2022 with fantastic travel prizes up for grabs.
Indulge in a lavish welcome reception of sparkling, wine, beer and canapes
Have your fill on a decadent three course sit-down meal in beautiful surroundings
Enjoy free-flow wine and beer throughout the event
Meet up with old and new friends within the ANZA community
Take part in our Charity Prize Draw, supporting Riding for the Disabled, Singapore
Place your bid on some fantastic goodies in the online auction
Try your luck on the sweeps with ANZA’s SMB crew
Board the free buses to the after-party
The cup’s charity auction raises money to support the horses that heal at RDA
Of course, The ANZA Melbourne Cup Race Day is also a brilliant opportunity to raise money for Riding For The Disabled Singapore (RDA) who provide free horse riding therapy for children and adults all over Singapore. One hundred percent of funds from the Charity Prize Draw and sweeps go to the upkeep of RDA’s ANZA Action sponsored therapy horse, Kodie.
Tickets On Sale Now
Tickets are selling fast for The Anza Melbourne Cup Race Day 2022. Don’t miss out, rustle up your buddies and purchase yours today! Then all you need to think about is what to wear and who you’re going to back! Ticket prices are $215pp for ANZA members and $250pp for non-members. Purchase your tickets here.
Ticket Price Includes: Welcome canapes, three course lunch, afternoon tea, free flow sparkling, red and white wine, beer and soft drinks, buses back to the CBD.
After a day of merriment, regular Cup-goers know that the celebrations don’t stop when the races end. Complimentary buses will escort those who wish to continue the revelry to the after-party. Watch this space for the location!
AtFirangi Superstar, you’re transported into another land. Namely 1940s Calcutta, which doubles up as this flamboyant restaurant’s entry point and the start of your journey, both physically and gastronomically. Am I actually in West Bengal or just down from the carpark on Craig Road? Things get fuzzy fast.
Firangi opened just over a year ago describing itself as “a foreigner’s love letter to India”. Launched by The Dandy Collection (Neon Pigeon, Fat Prince), it had big boots to fill and no problems in doing so. It swiftly gained a reputation as one of the swishiest places to find fresh and innovative Indian cuisine and tables are never easy to come by – not bad for a pandemic baby.
With everything going so well, we could have forgiven Firangi for simply continuing on. However, aware of the ever-changing tastes of punters and the plight of the planet, they’ve launched a range of plant-based dishes on a “Veg Or No (V)eg” menu which pay homage to their most popular meaty offerings.
Left: Holy Cow (Non-Veg) and Tawa Fried Brussels Sprouts with Garam Masala
Instead of presenting food made with well-known meat alternatives, the chefs here use only fresh vegetables and talent to create delicious doppelgangers that replicate the original flavour profiles and spices. “We conceived “Veg Or No (V)eg” to be a menu as flexible as a yogi,” explains head chef Raj Kumar. “We use as much local produce as possible, no MSG, and there is something for everyone. You will have to try it to truly understand the depth of the versatility of this menu!”
We’re presented with the original and new planty equivalent placed side by side. This provoked much oohing and ahhing from us over the elegant presentation and attention to detail: a purple flower petal here, a drizzle of Chermoula there – and yes that is a Parle-G biscuit attached to my Chai Masala Milk Punch. It’s all par for the course in this Wes Anderson setting.
Sacred Earth Samosa (Non-Veg)
We start with homemade flatbreads and a medley of chutney comprising Smoky Tomato, Coriander Mint and Roasted Almond. For an extra dipping option, the Sacred Earth Samosa joined the party. The meat version is a tangy wagyu beef tartare with citrus pickle and caviar; the herbivore alternative packs beetroot tartare, citrus pickle and caviar. Remarkably, both dishes taste similar with the beetroot maintaining the same texture, consistancy and taste profile of the beef.
We didn’t believe that plant-based Holy Cow could be as impressive, but boy, were we wrong. Crispy beef tongue mixed with a beef masala and pickled shallots served in a bone marrow had the plant-based option of snake gourd-potato masala mixed with crispy potatoes and pickled shallots hot on its heels. The bed of accompanying naan chips were beyond addictive.
Next up was the plant-based version of Grogu’s Roast, a roasted cauliflower with a Mangalorean spice mix and ghee. Firm, hearty and satisfying with a chilli kick, it fully stood up to its carnivorous counterpart of tender and nutty Iberico pork. In fact, the two were a match made in heaven. Backing up ANZA’s strong belief that Brussels Sprouts should not just be for Christmas were the Tawa Fried Brussels Sprouts with Garam Masala (S$16), which were delicately spicy and full of bite.
As a special treat, Raj treated us to Back In The Saddle, a Tandoori Spiced Lamb, Confit Garlic and Curry Leaf. The melt-in-the-mouth Australian lamb comes smothered in tandoori spices and a moreish confit garlic sauce.
Dosa Pancake
Dessert is Dosa Pancakes layered with a delicate wild berry compote and light coconut chutney, served with coconut cream. Jaggery syrup creates a quintessential kick of Indian sweetness that ends our meal and escape to India on the ultimatehigh.
VERDICT: Dining at Firangi Superstar can be all your plant-based dreams come true or a carnivore’s haven. The effort, creativity and attention to detail that goes into every dish to deliver innovative, tasty and decidedly different gastronomy is second to none. Go for a night to remember.
Make no mistake, Singaporeans love to eat. Virtually every cuisine on the planet is available here and the best spots for an authentic bite are undoubtedly the hawker stalls and local kopitiams. But while the island’s most popular dishes are everywhere, it’s not easy to know which stalls and options to go for. Check out these tried and tested favourites as recommended by the locals to sip, slurp, and satisfy your hunger pangs.
Hokkien Mee
Hong Heng Fried Sotong Prawn Noodles, Tiong Bahru Hawker Centre, 30 Seng Poh Road, #02-01,168898
“I’ve been going to this stall for the last 15 years. The noodles and thick bee hoon are fried to perfection, coupled with the prawn stock, fresh prawn, sotong and egg. With the noodles and ingredients well immersed in the prawn stock and fried until semi-wet, it looks like science at its best! Expect to queue if you go at lunchtime and expect to get nothing if you go after lunchtime, meaning it’s sold out at lunchtime! Personally, I think it tastes better when you have this dish as a takeaway at lukewarm temperature. The stall has got such a reputation, and they have been honoured with a Michelin star.” Alex Neo
Curry Puffs
Soon Soon Huat (SSH), 220 East Coast Rd, 428917
“Every puff here is handmade from scratch, from the different puff fillings to the pastry dough. I believe they use an original recipe from SSH’s founder who started out in the 1990s. I like the chicken curry and curry sardine flavours best. They’re spicy without being oily, the pastry is really buttery, and they make the perfect on-the-go snack.” Ying Tong Soo
Chendol
Mei Yeong Yuen Desserts, 65B Temple St, 058604
“With a 50-year history behind them, this chain serves traditional Singaporean desserts including hot and cold puddings, snow and shaved ice, pastes and ice-cream. Their Shaved Ice Chendol on a hot day is a total treat with its red bean, glass jelly, attap chee and coconut milk. A bottle of (addictive) gula melaka syrup is also provided to add as you go.” Chong Heng Poh
Mee Pok
Hua Bee, 78 Moh Guan Terrace, #01-19,162078
“This restaurant has been operating for more than 70 years, and there’s even a film named after it (Mee Pok Man). The soup portions are quite generous, filled with bouncy fishballs, fishcake, minced meat and “hu kiao” (meat dumpling) with a chilli and vinegar flavour. It’s the noodles that make me return each time – they’re really al dente, comforting, and good for a slurp.” Li Jun Ji
Roti Prata
Prata Saga Sambal Belada, Tekka Market, 665 Buffalo Rd, #01-258, 210665
“This place has a great variety of murtabak (cooked meat in the double flour prata) which can be eaten without the curry or sambal. It’s all handmade, from the dough to the flipping part, and the result is thin prata which is crispy in the middle with little pockets of air to soak up the ingredients. I like the one doused with fish curry. It melts in your mouth.” Ismail Hakim
Chwee Kueh
Ghim Oh Chwee Kueh, 20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-54, 270020
“Chwee Kueh is a type of steamed rice cake topped with radish relish and Mr. Lee has been making it since he was eight years old, helping his mother and brother to push their street food cart. Today he still insists on making Chwee Kueh the old-fashioned way and rumour has it that he spends 16 hours a day perfecting it! What makes this dish so addictive is that he uses garlic and pork lard (instead of vegetable oil) which adds more fragrance to the radish. The radish also seems chunkier than the usual type and therefore provides a very nostalgic eating experience.” Zhi Qi
Biriyani
Biriyani Express, Geylang Serai Market, #02-119, 402001
“The Briyani portions here are huge and really well-priced. You can get chicken, beef and mutton. The sauce is always thick and the rice fragrant and not too oily. There’s always a long queue, but it’s worth the wait.” Fadhzli Osman
A common question our clients at Lander & Rogers ask during a marital separation and the outset of their property settlement is “What marital assets will I receive?”. To assess entitlements and the division of assets between spouses, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia adopts a five-step process.
Step 1: Should there be a property settlement at all?
For most couples going through a marital separation, the answer is yes – there will be jointly owned assets to divide, or both parties will have made significant contributions to the assets available for division.
Step 2: Determining the property pool
In Australia, the property pool includes all assets, liabilities, superannuation and financial resources in which the parties have an interest under joint names, their respective sole names and, in certain cases, via corporate entities and trusts, whether those interests exist in Australia or overseas.
Assets acquired before the relationship are also usually included in the property pool. This differs from Singaporean family law, which excludes from the property pool any assets acquired before the relationship commenced, unless they were significantly improved during the relationship or the asset was used or enjoyed by both parties and their children during the relationship.
In contrast to Singaporean property settlements, in the majority of Australian marital separation matters, the property pool includes gifts or inheritances, even if received before the relationship commenced or after separation.
Step 3: Looking at contributions made by each party to the acquisition, conservation and improvement of the property pool
There is no presumption of equality of contributions in Australian family law matters. Instead, the court weighs the financial, non-financial and homemaker/parenting contributions to determine a percentage division based on the respective contributions. Parenting contributions are given significant weight, even if the other party has made substantial financial contributions.
Step 4: Assessing the parties’ future needs
Next, the court will consider whether future needs must be taken into account and whether a further adjustment should be made. Future needs usually include:
age
income and earning capacity
property and resources
health issues; and/or
care of children under the age of 18 years
Step 5: Is the order just and equitable in all the circumstances?
Every matter must consider whether the outcome of the above steps will be just and equitable in all circumstances. While applying the five-step approach may give an indication of each party’s entitlements, always seek professional legal advice from experienced practitioners who are aware of the nuances of the court’s application of this process.
Please contact a member of our Family & Relationship Law team if you would like further advice on property settlements and your entitlements.
Club Drinks, powered by Alexis Livanes from Eight Wealth
The good times are back for ANZA Cycling! We’ve welcomed new and prospective members, completed day trips and long distance ‘Audax’ (200 and 300km) rides, reintroduced social events such as en-masse Club Brekky and Club Drinks, cycled over to Malaysia, and planned club trips to KL and L’Etape Malaysia in Desaru. Oh, and we also squeezed in Metasprint Triathlon and the OCBC TT as well.
The long weekend in May was a particular highlight for our members, both socially and competitively. Over three days, around 120 members came together for our newly minted Club Breakfast at Terra Madre, Loewen. This feast went a long way to fuelling up those who were then set to compete in the OCBC Speedway (road) and the Arena Games (triathlon). It’s been a blast!
A new way to Tri
L-R: Ken Forbes, Lachlan El-Ansary, Trent Standen, Glenn Murphy, MC Delorme, Mel Speet, Christina Tubb, Ian Hughes, Darren Ma, Haythem El-Ansary
Triathlon Director Melanie Speet reports on the recent Super League Arena Games event.
Back in May, twenty top professional triathletes descended on Singapore for the Super League Arena Games finale, an event that saw them swim in Marina Bay for the first time, and ride and run in the Zwift virtual world for the title of Super League Arena Games World Champion. As part of the event, ANZA Cycling competed in the club challenge which involved five runners on treadmills and five cyclists on wattbikes racing in a virtual Zwift relay format for 48 minutes. Our runners set a blistering pace, and our cyclists powered through a tough virtual course. ANZA came 4th, less than 200 metres behind 3rd place. Coming together as a team to compete on the same stage as world-leading athletes was an epic experience – we hope more opportunities like this open up soon!
Hotdogs & hairpins
Road Director Jock Hughson and Women’s Team Manager Stephanie Lim tell us about the OCBC Speedway Club Championship.
Run on the Sports Hub hotdog circuit, The OCBC Speedway Club Championships saw Singapore’s top club’s field teams of four riders split into two pairs. Pair 1 raced five laps against three other clubs before handing the baton to Pair 2, who completed a final five laps (do keep up!). With a hairpin corner at one end and a roundabout at the other, the circuit tested our riders’ anaerobic abilities and high-speed cornering skills, with tactics playing a key role in the results. The winning team was determined by the Team Mean Time, calculated by the average finish time between gun time and finish time of the third and fourth riders. ANZA fielded teams in the men’s and women’s categories.
LOWDOWN ON: The Men’s race
The men’s competition consisted of three rounds, an initial qualification round, a semi-final and a final. Representing ANZA were Janus Kaas Dalsgaard, Russell Vanderwater, Matt Bedard, Jock Hughson and Sanil Khatri as reserve. Janus and Russell were the first pair in all the races.
Race One was an easy win for ANZA. Janus established a good lead with a break in the first half which Matt Bedard turned into a dominating lead, putting us into the semi-final.
A tougher semi-final draw saw us facing both Matador Racing and Integrated Racing. Matadors sat in during the first half before attacking and establishing a short break which they carried into the second half. Two laps in, the Matadors were up the road with Matt and Jock in group two. Realising the first two teams would make the final, we kept our powder dry and booked ourselves a place in the final.
The final saw us pitted against Allied World, Matadors and CycleTraining.cc. Russell and Janus did a great job in the first half with the teams all coming in together. When one of the Matadors fell in the hairpin corner, it allowed Reuben Bakker from Allied World to establish a break that proved decisive and left a battle for second. Matt Bedard controlled the pace of the group at the front and Jock attacked establishing a small break. This was sufficient to gap CycleTraining.cc. and with Matadors one rider down, ANZA secured second place.
LOWDOWN ON: The Women’s race
Representing ANZA in the Women’s race were (L-R) Lily Low, Vivian Lim, Sonya Thompson, Jing Huang, with Nicolette Tan in reserve. The ladies were up against three other teams in the qualifier, the National Development Squad (NDS), and two teams from Pedal Bellas. With only the top three teams progressing to the finals, Team Manager Steph shared some insightful riding strategies to increase the team’s chance of making it through. This included a line-out of Jing and Vivian to go out first, followed by Sonya and Lily second.
The race started off steady, with all riders moving as a group for the first three laps, before Jing was distanced from the group. Vivian came in with the rest of the pack to change out Sonya. While Jing was the last rider into the changeover, her grit and determination kept the gap small for Lily to chase.
NDS led the race, followed by the Pedal Bellas Team 1 and Sonya who was able to pass the pair of riders from Pedal Bellas Team 2. Lily managed to catch the Pedal Bellas Team 2 riders in the second lap, only to break away and maintain her lead to the finish, guaranteeing ANZA a spot in the finals.
The line-out for the finals saw Nicolette stepping in for Jing who was injured. The first pair of riders completed their laps, leaving the second pairs to fight it out. The first two laps were largely uneventful. In the last three laps, NDS, the clear frontrunners, made multiple attempts for a breakaway, which was quickly shut down by ANZA. In the final lap, NDS broke away from the group with Sonya and Lily hot on their heels and leaving the Pedal Bellas behind. We finished just three seconds behind NDS, which made for an amazing race and result from the ANZA ladies team.
Award winning Carousel restaurant, where food is prepared in halal certified kitchens, has long been a favourite with Singaporeans and visitors. Situated off the lobby at level one of Royal Plaza on Scotts, it is spacious and welcoming.
Hokkien Mee
Curry Puffs
Chendol
Mee Pok
Roti Prata
Chwee Kueh
Biriyani
