Now both DeeJay Home Video and QQ Mobile Shop Gadong have got stock for 16G version. As of press time (6:30pm), DeeJay has 10 units left after one hour of arrival. Both shops selling at BND 1,888 and that’s the market price if you want it in your hands right now 😉

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Firstly, I have to say what an amazing New Arts Centre at Jerudong International School. It was officially opened last night and I had the privilege to tour around this mega huge Arts Centre and I’m still speechless while typing this out. I have no idea how much was spent on the new Arts Centre but salute to Brunei Investment Agency (BIA) for approving the multi-million dollar facilities.

I’m still figuring out how much was invested in this project because the facilities they have are top-notch.. The music room studio is equipped with iMacs and they have at least 10 of those machines in the room.

But most of all, I was super impressed with the 725-seat Auditorium at the Arts Centre. This place is perfect for a music concert and even drama/plays. Lily Chiam of Expression Music gave it two thumbs up on the Auditorium.

The auditorium has a huge projector at the front and I love how the video camera can capture all angles within the auditorium. The lightings were nothing short of spectacular and there are plenty of combinations to play around with the lightings.

I have a huge feeling this auditorium will be a huge seller and hats off to JIS for taking this huge leap but their efforts will be paid off by the looks of it. I even have my friends (reporters) wanting to send their children to JIS.

I foresee an increase for the next intake for JIS and with competent teachers and superb facilities, JIS are heading in the right direction and repositioning it to be the best private school in Brunei Darussalam. More updates on the Arts Centre in my next post.

The 750-seat Auditorium is simply gorgeous and I’m awed by the ambience as well

How the steps look like when the lights are dimmed

The comfy seats at the auditorium

Cool ceiling and some of the lightings (for stage purposes) are installed too

This is the deco of the wall of the auditorium

The front part of the stage can be elevated

The elevation takes a minute or so

Rahim and Aziz performed a number last night and the sound was just magnificient

How the auditorium looks like with the lights dimmed

Where all the action takes place in controlling the sound, lighting and the camera

Ok, this is not the Auditorium as you can see but this is taken from one of the music classrooms. All equipped with iMacs and accessories. So I have to say JIS really put their priorities right to get the best out of the students in every aspect. More pictures to follow.

Take advantage of the special promotional fare from AirAsia for as low as BND59 and enjoy the 1Malaysia Year End Sale

This was perhaps one of the most nerve-wrecking lucky draw events that I’ve witnessed. Thanks also to Edgar the emcee of the event for building up the hype to the quarterly lucky draw of Times Square (@timesSQBrunei) last Sunday and around 800 shortlisted people turned up as they wait for their lucky numbers to be called to the stage.

But the day belonged to Belinda On… Here is why? She wasn’t supposed to be in the Top 6 chosen one but she was the last to be called to the stage because one of the chosen ones is working under the management of Times Square so he was exempted from the grand draw.

Now that there’s another twist to the draw.. She randomly had to pick a ping-pong ball and guess what… She was listed last in the sequence of unlocking the door of the Proton Savvy among the Top 6. So what are the chances of that happening?? The crowd favourite was “Afiq” (spelling) as he is only 18 and plus he entertained the crowd with his balloon episode.

Present during the lucky ceremony were Sheikh Jimmy, CEO of Brunei Tourism Board and Simon Gelan, Managing Director of United Motors (Proton), Alfred Yong, Executive Director of United Motors, Carol, Marketing Manager of United Motors and Amal Majidah, Property Manager of Times Square.

Edgar building up the hype for the quarterly grand draw at Times Square last Sunday

Amal, Property Manager of Times Square, gave a welcoming remarks

Simon Gelan, Alfred Yong and Carol of United Motors were present

The new cool Proton Savvy. Call 242 3305 or 242 0699 for details

Afiq blew balloons but had difficulty to tie them up. He was last to finish to the delight of the crowd.

He was the fourth person to unlock the car and yet he picked the wrong key

They were at the edge of their seats as the fifth person failed to unlock the door of the Proton Savvy

Finally the lucky winner Belinda On officially unlocked the car

Belinda being congratulated by her hubby. Fact: She just got married a month ago and now teaching at Lumapas. Apparently, she bought some furniture from U-Home Gallery and she does come to Times Square often. She revealed that she drive the Proton Savvy to work. Congrats Belinda and I did bet on you to win

The key handover to Belinda by guest of honour, Sheikh Jimmy

The Business Women Council taking a photo opportunity with Belinda

I bet for Belinda to win the Proton and I won myself an Each-A-Cup drink 😀

No FEE to Attend.
Free of charge, but limited to only 80 participants on a first-come, first-booked basis. Email to conference(a)asiaincforum.com and please state your name, contact details, profession and which social media do you use if any. You will receive an email to confirm your seat accordingly. We have over 50 registered so far.. So better send in your details 🙂

The Conference
The Social Media Conference is an informal gathering of entrepreneurs and individuals who apply the tools of social media in their lives – whether it be for business or as an individual member of society.

The Topics
• The Backbone of Social Media
• Dude, Where’s My Traffic?
• 140 Characters or Less: Why Join the Twitter Conversation?
• Is IP Crucial to the Technopreneur?

The Takeaways
Social Media is here to stay. If you are using Twitter, Facebook, or Linked-in as an individual, in your workplace or as part of your outreach in running your business, this is for you!

Dress Code
Smart casual. Come with your smart phone fully charged.

For more information please contact Andrew Dy at 2226555 or Rano Iskandar ranoadidas(a)gmail.com

This is one of the events that families look forward to. Not only can they support their kids playing football but there are tons of fun activities to participate other than football. There were activities such as tug-of-war, face painting, henna, some Scottish dance performances, penalty shoot out and many more.

I didn’t stay long since the heat was unbearable. I don’t know how the kids manage to play in such weather. Thumbs up to the JIS Parent Teacher Community Group for organising the eventful tournament/activity.

The screenshot of Myagogo and click on the image to enter website

I came across this website that can be helpful especially for parents who want to shop for their children studying in the UK. Well, you can still shop internationally on some of the sub-sites listed at Myagogo

There are shops like The Body Shop, Dorothy Perkins, Marks and Spencers, Hamleys, Amazon, Tesco and many more. So do give this website a shot and see if this really is super convenient for you.

Mr. RA: What is the purpose of your business – myagogo? Are you catering also for a specific market?
Myagogo: It is a one-stop online shopping mall that offers a wide range of UK products with very competitive value and good services. Feel free to browse Myagogo directory for quality online shopping as well as making comparison for shopping easier.

Myagogo is for everyone who likes to shop for quality UK brands or if you have any relatives studying or working in the UK makes it easier for them to shop online as some of the products can be delivered right to their doorstep.

Mr. RA: How can payment be made? Are they any limitation if any? Can it be paid through a local channel to process the order?
Myagogo: You can enjoy highly-secured shopping with Myagogo. Payments are mainly through credit or debit cards depending on the various brands and products. However for a debit card, it has to be a UK-based Maestro, Solo or Visa cards. Brunei-based credit cards can also be used to make the purchases online.

Mr. RA: What are the items you think that can benefit the students? For eg, food wise etc
Myagogo: It gives benefits either to Brunei students currently studying in the UK or their parents who lives in Brunei. They can order food and groceries online through various online supermarket like Tesco, Sainsbury’s, just-eat.co.uk, mySupermarket.co.uk and many others and even get delivered their groceries right to the student’s doorstep with minimal charge. With the use of free vouchers linked from myvouchercodes.co.uk, you can even make great savings! However myagogo.com not only catered for groceries, but almost a hundred brands and products are also available. These include
• Art, Photo, Music & Media
• At Your Service
• Automotive
• Beauty & Health
• Books & Education
• Business-To-Offer
• Clothing & Shoes
• Computer & Electronics
• Dating & Leisure
• Food
• Gadgets, Games & Toys
• Gifts & Souvenir
• Home & Garden
• Hotel & Travel
• Sports
• Watch And Jewellery

As for Bruneians who fancy UK brands can also shop online. Some products do get delivered internationally to Brunei with reasonable charges.

Mr. RA: How long have this been in business? Are you planning something of similar in other countries eg. Australia?
Myagogo: This portal is apparently a new and exciting e-business made by Bruneians for Bruneians who like to shop for UK brands. Myagogo is just about two years since it began its operation and now can be accessible through google, facebook or twitter.
There is always opportunity for myagogo.com to expand its business and will explore more brands in other countries like Australia.

Mr. RA: How can parents benefit this?
Myagogo: Parents can benefit from Myagogo by shopping online for their kids and loved ones in the UK, and delivered the products right to their children’s door step, so that they can take care of their children wellbeing whilst studying in the UK.

I’m impressed with PTE Meragang this morning as they bagged quite a few awards from the LiveWIRE Business Awards 2010-2011 which was held at Rizqun International Hotel. I believe their efforts were supported also by their mentors from PTE Meragang.

Business school were also in Top 4. My former school SAS came third in Category A1 for their fish farming idea. I remember joining this “Award” back in 2006 but it wasn’t much of a competition for me as there were only two of us in that category. It was a great experience and catapult me to be more eager and determined to be an entrepreneur and here I am.

Present during the prize presentation of the LiveWIRE Business Awards 2010-2011 were the Minister of Education, Pehin OKSKDSS Hj Abu Bakar and Managing Director of Brunei Shell Petroleum (BSP).

The LiveWIRE Brunei Business Awards features three sub-categories in Category A – Business Plan Award while there will be sub-categories in Category B – LiveWORE Business Network and LiveWIRE Brunei SME Awards. Categoyr A is open to students from any higher learning institutions or colleges and also LiveWIRE members. Meanwhile, Category B is open to those who have attended the LiveWIRE Business Programme.

Congratulations once more to the winners this morning. Well done to the organisers as well.

The event that took place this morning

The big winners this morning – PTE Meragang. Well done to you all. Click image to enlarge

One of the winners posing with their families and teachers

One of the winners from Business School

One of the solo winners of the Awards

The biggest winner of the LiveWIRE Business Awards 2010-2011. She also bagged the Most Outstanding Award. Her business idea is a shoe design and this is the first time she joined such competition. Such a pity she didn’t join the ThinkBig Ignite Biz Plan.

The grand winner with her friends from PTE Meragang

Happy 10th anniversary

No FEE to Attend.
Free of charge, but limited to only 80 participants on a first-come, first-booked basis. Email to conference(a)asiaincforum.com and please state your name, contact details, profession and which social media do you use if any. You will receive an email to confirm your seat accordingly. We have over 50 registered so far.. So better send in your details 🙂

The Conference
The Social Media Conference is an informal gathering of entrepreneurs and individuals who apply the tools of social media in their lives – whether it be for business or as an individual member of society.

The Topics
• The Backbone of Social Media
• Dude, Where’s My Traffic?
• 140 Characters or Less: Why Join the Twitter Conversation?
• Is IP Crucial to the Technopreneur?

The Takeaways
Social Media is here to stay. If you are using Twitter, Facebook, or Linked-in as an individual, in your workplace or as part of your outreach in running your business, this is for you!

Dress Code
Smart casual. Come with your smart phone fully charged.

For more information please contact Andrew Dy at 2226555 or Rano Iskandar ranoadidas(a)gmail.com

THE Australian High Commission is holding an Australian Education Excellence Showcase on Oct 18 and 19 at the Radisson Hotel to welcome students interested in studying in the country. The showcase, organised by Austrade, will include seminars by key speakers from Australian universities and institutions from 1pm to 6pm on Oct 18, while an education fair will be held on Oct 19 from 3pm to 9pm. Eleven Australian educational institutions will be represented.

The seminar and exhibition will be open to the public and admission is free, though seating for the seminar sessions is limited. There will be information on the programmes and courses, the quality and study style of the programmes and about living in Australia.

Students and parents can talk to representatives from Griffith University, University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales, University of Queensland, Queensland University of Technology, University of Western Australia, Kilmore International School, University of Newcastle, William Angliss Institute, Group Colleges Australia and Queensland Institute for Aviation Engineering.

For more information, contact Austrade at 223 6922 or email josie.abdullah@austrade.gov.au. Text by Adam Radhi of The Brunei Times.

An emotional moment for Ogy who shed tears of happiness. Congrats my friend and I will see you on the track this December 😀

The first touch after all the formalities

The ring exchange

The newly weds posing to the photographers

It’s okay to be pampered… See you guys soon and may Allah bless both of you

It was billed as a classic but it didn’t turn out as expected but it was still an entertaining match to watch between the Reds and the Red Devils. Liverpool squandered chances upfront while Manchester United defended well though lacking the final third. It wasn’t the thriller where Berbatov scored a hat-trick last season.. Man, whatever happened to that guy?

That weekend, I came up with the idea and plan a FIFA 12 outing with my ranting buddies (from Man Utd) at Charcoal BBQ & Grill and we had pure fun, playing FIFA 12 and I enjoyed watching the Red Devils fans on the edge of their seats everytime Liverpool attacked *LOL*

Best performance on FIFA was @amar606 while @zulfadly won twice and lost once. Raihan and I won once, lost once. @promaestro tried his best and that’s all I can say *LOL* Thanks guys for turning up and let’s do this for the second leg.. So @izamwrites @izadmajid and @njblessix, hope you guys can make it too 🙂

Playing FIFA 12 after the Big Red match

@promaestro went through a nerve-wrecking episode in the last few minutes of the Liverpool-Manchester United match