A Pasir Panjang

Pasir Panjang Machine-Gun Pillbox

Feb 26, 2021 | Our History

Did you know that Pasir Panjang has its very own Machine-Gun Pillbox? You may have walked or driven by many times without noticing this cuboid structure sitting at the intersection of Pasir Panjang Road and Science Park Road. This Pillbox is one of very few remaining...

Phoon Yew Tien – A Pioneer In Singapore’s Music Scene

Feb 2, 2021 | Our History

Recently we had the honour of visiting Mr Phoon Yew Tien, a pioneer and giant in Singapore’s music scene. Born in Singapore in the early 1950s, his love for music started with tunes and stories from the radio and Rediffusion. It was not an easy time for a budding...

Jalan Mat Jambol 30 years ago

Jan 19, 2021 | Our History

Today we travel back in time to November 1989 – that’s more than 30 years ago! Many thanks to our reader who sent us an old newspaper clipping advertising the launch of Chelsea Village, the cluster of houses at Jambol Place, off Jalan Mat Jambol. Look through the...

Pasir Panjang Merry Mask Draw 2020

Dec 26, 2020 | Events

Congratulations to the winners of our Merry Mask lucky draw, and a warm thank you to all participants for helping to bring some festive cheer to our page! Swipe through pics to see all the winning entries. We will be in touch with all winners via Messenger for...

Pioneers: The man behind Siok Wan Close

Dec 18, 2020 | Our History

Below is a contribution from long-time Pasir Panjang resident, Mrs Shiau: Tucked into one end of Chwee Chian Road is a little lane called Siok Wan Close. This lane was named to commemorate Khoo Seok Wan 邱菽园 (1874-1941), an important leader of the early overseas...

The Southern Ridges – Discovering Nature

Dec 5, 2020 | Parks

One silver lining of not being able to holiday overseas, is the discovery of just how amazing some of the trails we have here are. The Southern Ridges have some of the loveliest and most varied trails around, with something for everyone – bird watchers, history...

Anti-Scam Challenge Shield 2018-2020

Nov 26, 2020 | Workshops

PPPEA is proud to be an active (and sometimes victorious!) participant in the annual Anti-Scam Challenge Shield organised by the Singapore Police Force in their valiant efforts to raise awareness of scam-related crimes. Let’s continue supporting the SPF in...

The Seafood Place by Chai at Pasir Panjang – Get Fresh!

Nov 14, 2020 | Amenities

We are very excited to welcome The Seafood Place by Chai into our midst! This is where you can buy live oysters, fish, prawns, lobsters, crabs and more, and whip up a seafood feast in the comfort of your own kitchen. They are located at 148F Pasir Panjang Road, along...

Spartans Boxing Club Buona Vista

Nov 13, 2020 | Amenities

It’s time to get fit Pasir Panjang folks! We welcome to the neighbourhood Spartans Boxing Club, located along the row of shophouses at the end of South Buona Vista Road, near our trusty Food-Joy mart and beloved 99 Buona Vista Kitchen zhichar. They will be officially...

Lantern Night 2020

Sep 26, 2020 | Festivals

Although Covid-19 limited our celebrations this year to an online event, we were very happy to see enthusiastic residents designing and making lanterns, and interacting through social media. Handsome prizes were won by winners and participants in PPPEA’s Lantern...