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Friday, March 29, 2024

Celebrate Chinese New Year!

Chinese New Year (CNY) in 2021 ushers in the year of the Metal Ox, but how much do you know about this celebration? Chinese New Year is the penultimate celebration of spring and is celebrated in many countries in Asia who have a Chinese ethnicity or diaspora. ANZA member Julie Kenny looks at the traditions and themes for this joyous time of year.

‘How Walking During Covid-19 Changed My Life’

ANZA member and ACCOR communications executive Gaynor Reid hit the streets of Singapore and walked hundreds of kilometres as a way to cope with the impact of COVID-19 on her industry and way of life. She shares her walking diary and photos.

Meet Interior Designer Emma Maxwell

Emma Maxwell is one of Asia’s top restaurant and bar interior designers. Though she originally hails from the town of Shepparton in country Victoria, Emma’s design projects have taken her from Mauritius to Madagascar. She talks to ANZA about her incredible career.

Traditional CNY Tipples

Raelene Tan investigates the traditional tipples of the Lunar New Year.

Discover Mahjong with ANZA

The ANZA Mahjong group hosts several sessions each week for both beginners and experienced players. While originally an Asian game, ANZA plays a Western version. We talk to organiser Sue Chamberlain about the popular group.

5 Offbeat Activities in Singapore

Ticked all the usual Singapore activities off your list? Here are a few off the grid ways to pass the time on the island.

Singapore’s Best Rainy Day Activities

La Nina could extend Singapore’s rainy season until March. Take cover and have a ton of fun at these all-weather indoor venues – from roller skating rinks, to mini golf, and even a brewery tour.  

Where to Celebrate Australia Day

Wondering where to celebrate Australia Day in Singapore? We’ve rounded up the most dinky-di, bonza events happening on the island this coming Australia Day weekend.

How to Treat ‘Maskne’ or Mask Acne

IMC’s Dr Charu Narayanan offers advice for dealing with 'maskne' or mask acne, caused by wearing face coverings in Singapore’s tropical climate.

Singapore’s Alcohol Free Movement

There’s an alcohol-free movement brewing, with local bars now offering zero alcohol alternatives and Singapore’s first dedicated alcohol-free bottle shop, Free Spirit open for business.