A quiet dragon year

It took quite some time to set this up

Sunlit staff waiting to be called to move the stilts

It's not easy to move this platform once it has been assembled

The car park space was filled up with firecrackers

Do you dare to lit this up?

It was defeaning indeed when the firecracker started to make some noise

The dragon dance performance which is quite rare to see in public

Great catch by Mr. and Mrs. Ting

Loving the sea of red outside Sunlit Advertising office

Mr. Jackson Ting of Sunlit Advertising with his family and the lions

It's not certain on the release date but it should be out tentatively this August. The book on Kampung Ayer was initiated by the author Dato Paduka Dr Hj Abdul Latif Hj Ibrahim and last Saturday was a Memorandum of Understanding between the author and Pentagram Designs.
In his welcoming remarks, Dato Paduka Dr Hj Abdul Latif gave his appreciation to Brunei Hotel for hosting the MoU ceremony. The MoU signing was between CEO of Pentagram Designs, Siti Zaleha bte Kaprawi and the author Dato Paduka Dr Hj Abdul Latif.
The author will published an English version 'Kg Ayer - Living Memory ' and a Malay version 'Kg Ayer - Kenangan Abadi'. At the moment, Dato is in the midst of collecting nostalgic photos of Kampung Ayer. We shall see how the book will turn out one day.

Dato Paduka Dr Hj Abdul Latif giving his remarks on the upcoming Kg Ayer book

During the signing of the MoU of the book - Hjh Faridah, Sales of & Marketing of Pentagram Designs, CEO of Pentagram Designs, Siti Zaleha bte Kaprawi, the author Dato Paduka Dr Hj Abdul Latif Hj Ibrahim and Ahmad Nazri Dato Paduka Hj Abd Latif

CEO of Pentagram Designs, Siti Zaleha bte Kaprawi and the author Dato Paduka Dr Hj Abdul Latif Hj Ibrahim

Albert Tan was also present during the signing ceremony

The author speaking to the media







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A great turn out at Radisson Hotel on the 1st day of Chinese New Year and there were quite a number of expats who witnessed the lion dance performance at the lobby of Radisson Hotel.
Present were the General Manager of Radisson Hotel, Peter Feran and Director of Sales, Paula Munoz and the associates of Radisson Hotel.

Peter Feran, General Manager of Radisson Hotel, with his children to witness the lion dance performance at the hotel







The human stabilizers for the lion dance performance












Good accolade for Jati Transport.. Keep it up!!!

A few days before CNY, Laneige (Brunei) hosted a small prize giving ceremony for the successful Broadway Musical Charity Competition which was organised by Laneige (Brunei) with the support of the Ministry of Education. The fund raising competition was intended to raise funds for KACA and Pusat Bahagia.
19 schools participated in the 2nd Laneige Broadway Musical Charity Competition which involved 700 students and teachers (coaches) and it was held back in November 2011 at the International Convention Centre.
Presenting the trophies and prizes was Cheong Huat Joo, Acting Senior Special Duties Officer for the Department of Schools (Secondary).

Laneige Director Lim Hong Seng presenting a mock cheque to Pusat Bahagia

STPRI won 1st place of Laneige Broadway Musical Charity Competition 2011

Best vocal went to STPRI as well

STPRI performed a popular musical number "Popular"

1st Runner up was Sultan Hassan Secondary School from Bangar who were champions back in 2010

Sultan Hassan Secondary School performing back then

@nd Runner up was Sultan Omar 'Ali Saifuddien (SOAS) College

Great performance by SOAS College back in November 2011

Sekolah Pengiran Anak Putri Hjh Masna won Best Costume and the Most Creative

Sekolah Pengiran Anak Putri Hjh Masna in action

The Best Actor from Sekolah Menengah Rimba

The Best Actor from Sekolah Menengah Rimba played the Elvis role

The Best Actress from Sekolah Pengiran Anak Putri Masna

The Best Actress in action (left) from Sekolah Pengiran Anak Putri Masna

Best Stage Management went to Sekolah Menengah Sayyidina Hassan Kilanas

I noticed this when I was covering the 2012 Regatta Brunei Darussalam last Sunday. There were tons of umbrellas seen in public as people were carrying them to shelter from the hot scorching sun. So I thought to myself why not have a post on the different types of umbrellas they carry. I was using my reliable HSBC black umbrella which can withstand strong winds. So peeps.. What umbrella are you? :)






MZ to entertain Brunei

You can buy tickets at KFC Plaza Athirah, KFC Belait, KFC Lumut SPARK and NMHQR Studio (Plaza Athirah 6th floor)































Year of the Dragon



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Mr. RA with the guys from Brunika instagram admins

3 stripes was the theme that night

Hello ladies :D

I ain't scared of ya.. (Maybe a lil)

Mr. RA with Jessie T and Sean

Awesome Foursome :))



A creative man-made 3 stripes from Clovis.. Amazing!! *lol*


Delicious red velvet cake from @pablo_bakes *two thumbs up*







The revival of the Regatta
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Many reasons why the Regatta competition should be an annual event. One of it is because this will build up the name of the capital of Brunei and give Brunei River a good brand among the locals and tourists alike. With the facelift of the BSB Waterfront, we need more activities at bandar to attract more locals.
Another reason is the cleanliness of the Brunei River. I belive the river was considerably clean and the relevant authorities have been proactive prior to the 2012 Regatta Brunei Darussalam to make sure that the river is clean from rubbish and man-litter pollution. With more government activities at BSB Waterfront, this could enforce the authorities to educate the public on disposing of their rubbish. I have to tell you that the Brunei River does collect a few rubbish here and there and it's not good sight to see them floating by the edges of the platforms along the BSB Waterfront.
It was a great turnout today and everyone was enjoying the activities of the 2012 Regatta Brunei Darussalam. There were boat, powerboat and jet ski races to name a few. It was also great to see His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei rowing in a friendly race with other boats.
I hope to see more of activities at BSB Waterfront and kudos to Ministry of Home Affairs and the organisers for making this event possible. This is indeed a historic moment to see the Regatta event being revived.

His Majesty the Sultan and HRH Prince 'Abdul Malik paying a quick visit to Kopi Bandar at BSB Waterfront

His Majesty taking a quick break at Kopi Bandar

The Crown Prince also visited the cafe. On the left is the owner of Kopi Bandar

The owners of Kopi Bandar with the chefs and staff

Lots of crowd hanging out below Kaizen Waterfront

His Majesty leading the friendly boat race

HRH Prince 'Abdul Malik also took part in the race

Like uncle, like nephew

Dato Hamdilah was also at the event today

Some of the boat races at the 2012 Regatta Brunei Darussalam

Quite a crowd watching the regatta

One of the trophies of the 2012 Regatta Brunei Darussalam

Hey little kid... not in public, please *It's not what you think LOL*

The rowers representing one of the ministries

A lot of government officers and diplomats also witnessed the event




Their business will closed from 23rd January until 29th January 2012. Business will resumed on 30th January 2012.
All staff and management of IA Salon would like to greet everyone HAPPY NEW YEAR and GONG XI FATT CHAI.

A model from IA Salon

A model from IA Salon

PHMD Publishing Company will publish another product called The BruneiQ PuzzleTM . It is specially designed and created for all ages so everyone can have a FUN and EXCITING experience. It also motivates those who try to solve the puzzles to not give up and keep trying to find the best solution. Anyone and everyone can solve it. If you can read, then you can definitely solve these puzzles. Make sure that you read all the instructions, hidden clues and hints in each of The BruneiQ PuzzleTM.

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