Merry Christmas

The President & GC Members


Wish


All SSGS Members

            A Very Merry Christmas


                            and


A Very Happy New Year

October Medal

SSGS Medal – 28 October 2009 –

Orchid Country Club

There were 40 participants for the medal With more new members joining SSGS, we can expect more participations in future games.. The weather was fine except that there were occasional patches of dark clouds threatening around the course. Seletar Country Club ( opposite the Orchid Country Club) even sounded their siren. Play still carried on at OCC.

All participants finally completed their round and were very happy and relieved that all went well. Lunch was satisfactory. All agreed that the golf package was value for money. Thanks to Orchid Country Club for according members of SSGS special concession rates.


Congratulations to the following winners:


A Div Winner Tan Choon Seng 41 pts
R/ Up Chua Chin Seong 39 pts
3rd Place Andrew Ong 37 pts

B Div Winner Lim Lian Chun 38 pts
R/Up Charlie Ng 36 pts

C Div Winner Reggie Song 40 pts
R/Up Tan Keng Foo 39 pts

D Div Winner Dr K.C.Chan 33 pts

TAN AH LYE

Congratulations to Tan Ah Lye


SSGS Senior Vice President

Members are aware that many of our senior golfers have achieved distinctions in their professional and social lives. Some are in the top ranks of the National Day Awards list. We have doctors who are pioneers in their fields. We have those who sacrifice their time and leisure to serve society.

We now want to acknowledge an entrepreneur in our midst who has done us proud. Senior Vice President Tan Ah Lye was in the top 3 spots in this year’s Enterprise 50 Awards. He started his construction and heavy equipment company in 1968. The company has been involved in big projects like the MacRitchie viaduct. His son is now running the business and Ah Lye, hopefully, is now playing more golf and helping SSGS.

Do let us know of members who have distinguished themselves so that we can feature them in our Newsletter?

Golf Tour - Pattaya Thailand

SSGS Golf Tour – Pattaya- Thailand


16– 21 January 2010
The tours sub-committee has made arrangements to go to Pattaya-Thailand from January 16 - 21 2010. In conjunction with this tour, SSGS will play a game with the TSGA seniors in Bangkok.

The tour will be a 6D/5N trip with four golf games and a rest day in Bangkok. The golf courses selected are: Siam Country Club, Laem Chabang GC, Suwan GC and Subhapruek CC.

Members who would like to stay back after the tour can do so either on your own arrangements or the travel agents can make the necessary arrangements to your requirement.

Welcome Lunch-New Members

WELCOME LUNCH- NEW MEMBERS

A record 21 new members joined SSGS in August 2009. Motivated by this, GC decided to, from now on, welcome new members with a lunch. Principally, the objective is to welcome them and to meet the Patron, President and GC Members.
The first lunch to welcome new members was held at Ah Yat Seafood Restaurant at Turf City on Wednesday 16, September 2009.
Patron Abraham Loh and President Toh attended the lunch. In his welcoming address, the President said that 16 September 2009 was an auspicious day for three reasons:-
1. SSGS welcomed the 21 new members and thanked them for setting a record
2 Three new GC members Mr Robert Lo, Mr John Cheng and Mr Michael
SSGS welcome the following new members to our fold:-

1. Seetoh Peng Yam
2. Gay Tony
3. Anthony Lim Woon Cheng
4. Goh Eng Kee
5. Neo Gim Seng
6 Charlie Ng Sho Chye
7 Edmund Chang Hee Lin
8 Kang Swee Choon
9 John Koo Yoke Ha
10 Ang Siong Hoe
11 Lim Hong Meng
12 Andy Chua Keng
13 Tan Siang Jick
14 Eddie Wong Lock Chang
15 Lee Kang Hock
16 Tay Shiew Cher
17 Tan Tin Nam
18 Yeoh Jeok Thean
19 Albert Low Gek Sung
20 Mong Kiew Hun
21 John Lee Eng Leng
22 Bailey Wang

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SSGS 41st Anniversary

SSGS 41st Anniversary


SSGS celebrated its 41st Anniversary on 24 September 2009 with a fully subscribed golf game at the Island Course –SICC. This was followed by a grand dinner at the Hong Yuen Restaurant.

The Gold Medal Competition for all the Medal Winners was also held. The coveted jacket and gold medal was won by Yeo Hui Teck. The medal which was of solid gold was donated by Pharmaton, our generous sponsor for the last few years. They also contributed door gifts and other prizes. Tan Ah Lye was best gross winner.

144 members teed off on a short gun start. Those who responded late to the call for entries had to be disappointed as response was overwhelming. The weather was fine but the greens were uneven and difficult for many. The winners managed good scores but there were many laments of missed putts and duffed shots. Pace of play was quite good and there were no frustrated golfers due to excessive slow play. There was plenty of camaraderie and goodwill. It was another good opportunity for members to get together.
Members were treated to good food specially prepared by the Hong Yuen kitchen. SSGS ensured that there was a free flow of beer and wine. The selection of fine wine was donated by Tan Ah Lye, our Senior VP. There were table games and a putting competition. Prizes galore were awarded to lucky draw winners. Prizes came from many of our members and our patron, Abraham Loh. Acknowledged for their generosity were President Toh, Captain Raymond Tan, Patrick Ang of Clementi Electronic Cntre, Raymond Chua, Lim Choon Hwa, Goh Eng Keah, Terence Ng, Joseoh Lee and Richard Seet. It is a wonderful thing that our members come forward happily to donate in cash or kind to make our events enjoyable and successful. We welcome the continued support of our generous and enthusiastic members.
It was also a fitting occasion for SSGS to recognize the contributions of four GC members, President Toh Shung Chee, Hon Sec Pang Boon Hee, Leong Teck Kut and Ying Yoke Kwai, who had served the society continuosly for more than 15 years each, Special mention was made of the dedication of the 2 staff members, Nancy Tan and Patrick Kut.
The Society’s record showed that about 80 members are aged 80 to 97. Certificates were presented to those members 80 and above who participated in the 41st Anniversary Game They were Cheong Soon Teik, Tan Teow Chong, Lau Chay Tiong, Vincent Gomez, Lee Jit Seam, Song Chwee Him, Edward Fung and Raymon Huang.

President Toh paid tribute to the pioneer members who had left us the legacy of a successful golf society. He noted that involvement with SSGS was not only a choice of a healthy life-style but it also represented a necessary way of life and the nurturing of habits that are beneficial. It is of benefit to our families and society when we can maintain our independence and enjoy good health. He urged members to Stay Well and Live Well.

The lighted cake with 41 candles was rolled out and there was boisterous singing of ‘Happy Birthday SSGS’ to round off the evening

Article by S K Lim
Photos by K M Lim and J T Tay

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Special at Orchid Country Club

Message for Members

Just to let you know that Orchid Country Club has been according SSGS special Golf Privileges

when we play at the club. The club has just renewed the same privilege for another term.
Members wishing to play at the club has to adhere to the following>

1. Registration has to be done thru the office.
2. Three days advance booking has to be made. Slots will be given
     based on availability
3 Members must present their SSGS membership card at the golf counter.
4 The special privileges are for morning weekday games only.

Patrick
Manager SSGS

Entry Form - Indonesian Open

ENTRY FORM

INDIVIDUAL

Organizing Committee

The 31st Indonesia Senior Amateur Open 2009

Jl. Cibulan II No. 3 Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12170, Indonesia

Phone +62-21-727 92112 Fax +62-21-722 1180

+62-21-727 96056

E-mail : isgs_perpesi@net-zap.com

Dear Sir,

I herewith submit my entry for The 31st Indonesia Senior Amateur Open,
which will be
held on 21 - 22 October 2009.


Name : __________________________________________________

Date of Birth : __________________________________________________

Contact Address : __________________________________________________

__________________________________________________

Phone : HP Fax _____________

My Club Affiliation is : __________________

My current USGA-Handicap Index is __________

My most recent Course Handicap is __________

(this handicap must be approved by Course Handicap Committee)

My T-Shirt size :

□ M ( Body width 52 cm )

□ L ( Body width 54 cm ) □ □ XL ( Body width 56 cm ) □ .....

□ □ XXL ( Body width 58 cm )

My Hand Glove size :

□ 24 □ 25 □ 26 □ ............. □
Enclosed is proof of payment of my registration fee.


Date : _____________________

Signature :

I hereby certify that participants
handicap is correct


Participant Captain/H’cap Committee and stamp of club

Note : If necessary form may be copied

CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIED
Thursday, October 1st, 2009
(First come first served )



ENTRY FORM
TEAM
Organizing Committee

The 31st Indonesia Senior Amateur Open 2009
Jl. Cibulan II No. 3 Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12170, Indonesia
Phone +62-21-727 92112 Fax +62-21-722 1180
+62-21-727 96056
E-mail : isgs_perpesi@net-zap.com

Dear Sir,
I herewith submit my entry for The 31st Indonesia Senior Amateur Open,

which will be held on 21 - 22 October 2009.
Club Name : _________________________________________________________

The Captain Name : ___________________________________________________

Contact Addres : _____________________________________________________

_______


Phone HP Fax __________

TEAM I :

1. H’Cap _______

2. H’Cap _______

3. H’Cap _______

4. H’Cap _______

TEAM II :

1. H’Cap _______

2. H’Cap _______

3. H’Cap _______

4. H’Cap _______


Date : _____________________

Signature :

I hereby certify that participants

handicap is correct


Participant Captain/H’cap Committee and stamp of club

Note : If necessary form may be copied

CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIED

Thursday, October 1st, 2009

( First come first served )

Indonesia Senior Open 21/22 Oct 2009

Please  see letter below. Entry form is in the next section - from Patrick Manager SSGS

 The Indonesian Senior Golfers’ Society will be holding its 31st Senior Open at Jagorawi Golf & Country Club on 21 & 22 October. The entry fee for golfers living outside of Indonesia is USD250. The closing date for entries is 1 October.


Please see the attached entry form for details of the competition. The tournament will be preceded by a practice round. No green fee will be payable for the practice round. There will be attractive prizes, gifts and lucky draws.

I hope member associations of CASGA will be able to send some participants in support of the Open.
Yours sincerely,
Dr Agoes Salim
Secretary General, CASGA



































ENTRY FORM

INDIVIDUAL



Organizing Committee

The 31st Indonesia Senior Amateur Open 2009

Jl. Cibulan II No. 3 Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12170, Indonesia

Phone +62-21-727 92112 Fax +62-21-722 1180

+62-21-727 96056

E-mail : isgs_perpesi@net-zap.com







Dear Sir,



I herewith submit my entry for The 31st Indonesia Senior Amateur Open,

which will be

held on 21 - 22 October 2009.





Name : __________________________________________________





Date of Birth : __________________________________________________



Contact Address : __________________________________________________



__________________________________________________



Phone : HP Fax _____________



My Club Affiliation is : __________________



My current USGA-Handicap Index is __________



My most recent Course Handicap is __________

(this handicap must be approved by Course Handicap Committee)





My T-Shirt size :



□ M ( Body width 52 cm )

□ L ( Body width 54 cm ) □ □ XL ( Body width 56 cm ) □ .....

□ □ XXL ( Body width 58 cm )



My Hand Glove size :



□ 24 □ 25 □ 26 □ ............. □





Enclosed is proof of payment of my registration fee.



Date : _____________________



Signature :





I hereby certify that participants

handicap is correct







Participant Captain/H’cap Committee and stamp of club



Note : If necessary form may be copied





CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIED

Thursday, October 1st, 2009

( First come first served )













ENTRY FORM

TEAM



Organizing Committee

The 31st Indonesia Senior Amateur Open 2009

Jl. Cibulan II No. 3 Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta 12170, Indonesia

Phone +62-21-727 92112 Fax +62-21-722 1180

+62-21-727 96056

E-mail : isgs_perpesi@net-zap.com









Dear Sir,





I herewith submit my entry for The 31st Indonesia Senior Amateur Open,

which will be held on 21 - 22 October 2009.







Club Name : _________________________________________________________







The Captain Name : ___________________________________________________





Contact Addres : _____________________________________________________





_______







Phone HP Fax __________





TEAM I :

1. H’Cap _______

2. H’Cap _______

3. H’Cap _______

4. H’Cap _______





TEAM II :

1. H’Cap _______

2. H’Cap _______

3. H’Cap _______

4. H’Cap _______





Date : _____________________



Signature :





I hereby certify that participants

handicap is correct







Participant Captain/H’cap Committee and stamp of club



Note : If necessary form may be copied





CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIED

Thursday, October 1st, 2009

( First come first served )





           ```````````````

SSGS Medal at Marina Bay

SINGAPORE SENIOR GOLFERS’ SOCIETY
151 Chin Swee Road #03-33A Manhattan House, Singapore 169876
Tel: 6738 0655, Fax: 6738 3747, e-mail: ssgs@pacific.net.sg

ENTRY FORM
SSGS MEDAL
Marina Bay Golf Club
Wednesday 30 September 2009
Closing Date 20 September 2009

I wish to participate in the above game.

My particulars are:-

Name ___________________________________ H’cap Index____

Home Club: ____________________________SSGS M’ship No.___________

I enclose Bank/Cheque No. _________________________ Amount: $_____________

(payable to “Singapore Senior Golfers’ Society)

Contact Number Tel: _____________ Fax: ______________

Golf Package: $75.00 (green/Buggy fees)

Lunch & drinks at own account)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
NOTE:

Members interested, please submit name ASAP. We need to confirm the flights as the club is fully book everyday.
Please be on time for your respective tee-off. The club operates on the “Single-Barrel” start system. All will start from the first hole only.

Updating Form

SINGAPORE SENIOR GOLFERS’ SOCIETY
151 Chin Swee Road #03-33A Manhattan House, Singapore 169876
Tel: 6738 0655, Fax: 6738 3747, e-mail: sporesgs@singnet.com.sg
28 August 2009
Dear Member
Updating of Particulars for Members’ Directory

We are updating the Society’s Members’ Directory, and we plan to complete this by the end of December 2009. To achieve this, we need your co-operation.
Members, please give their updated particulars by completing the form below, and send it back to us together a recent passport photograph of yourself by end November 2009 LATEST.

Thank you.
Yours sincerely
Pang Boon Hee
Hon. Secretary

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………

UPDATE OF PERSONAL PARTICULARS

Name : __________________________________________ Membership No: __________

Office Name (if any)_________________________________________________________________

Office Address : ___________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________

Telephone : ________________________________ Fax : ____________________________

Address (Home): ___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

Telephone : ________________________Mobile___________ Fax : ____________________

e-mail address : ___________________________________________________________________

Address in the
Directory :  Home  Office

* Please tick

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Pork Noodles - Try it

Members Column

Popular Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodles

Tue Aug 25 2009
Tai Hwa’s pork noodles is $4 and deserving of the slightly pricier bill.

Makan Sites
Singapore, August 25, 2009 - GOOD things happen when you take time off to go on a walk.
Recently, on a whim, I decided to take a walk around the vicinity of Lavender MRT station. My adventure was rewarded with the discovery of two lovely places to sit for a bite.
My first stop was next to the station, right behind the ICA Building.
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodles, at Blk 466 Crawford Lane, #01-02, is certainly not unknown.
Go there during lunch and you’ll see what I mean.
By 11.45am, the queue starts and continues until the lunch rush is over. After all, it has nearly 80 years of history. It started at Hill Street, then moved to Marina Square before finding it’s new home at Crawford Lane four years ago.
The noodles start at $4, slightly more expensive than most coffee shop stalls. But it’s worth paying the difference.
The noodles are firm – almost crisp – and the ingredients that come with it are fresh.
I recommend ordering the mee kia version (the thin noodles), dry.
There was pig liver with the minced meat, and kudos to the stall for keeping the liver pink and soft.
I had mine with a dash of chilli and loads of vinegar, and that was satisfying. The stall will oblige those wanting more vinegar.
Also, try the dumpling soup ($5) if you’re with two or more friends.
Even though it’s a packed coffee shop, don’t let that scare you away. If you’re into minced pork noodles, this is one of the best places to check out.
Drop in early – the stall opens by about 9.30am – and you should be able to enjoy a leisurely bowl of noodles.
But don’t drop in on the first and third Wednesdays of the month. The stall will be closed then.
Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodles
Where: Blk 466 Crawford Lane, #01-02

The above information is from T L Shue

Haikou Cup Again

Dear Members


Due to popular demand, the travel agent GolfHub International has once again arranged with Hainan Tourist Promotion Board to organize another golf tour to Haikou for the Haikou Cup event.

The Hainan Tourist Promotion Board has increased the package price from $229 - $399 per pax. excluding air fare for a 4D/3N stay.

The proposal date is 24 Oct to 27 Oct 2009. GolfHub has offered 30 seats to SSGS and proposed that instead of the 4D/3N package, we take the 5D/4N package at $429 per pax excluding air ticket. Date will be from 24 – 28 October 2009.

Members can either purchase own ticket or GolfHub can assist. GolfHub will charge $30/pax admin fee.

Those purchasing their own air ticket, please note that departure and arrival time and date has to be same as stated in the itinerary. Details of schedules and itinerary were posted to members.

Please contact the travel agent Agnes Chong at 98511582 and liaise with her accordingly.

SSGS Email hacked

Notice to Members


SSGS has been alerted that  other person  without the knowledge or authority of the SSGS is using its email to spam and to deliver undesirable materials to members and the public..

With immediate effect  SSGS , upon learning that other person has acquired knowledge of the SSGS's Password and has used the SSGS's Password to access  Services,  has:


a. immediately notify SingNet thereof ;


b.. immediately change the Password..

A police report will be made as and when deemed necessary by the Authorities.

by Patrick Manager SSGS

We were at Hua Hin Thailand

We Were At Hua Hin

A team of 27 senior golfers led by the President, Secretary and Captain SSGS went to Hua Hin for the 26th Asean Senior Golf Championship-27-29 july 2009. Players selected were mainly those who had done well at the SSGS monthly medals and the better golfers of the society.

It was a 3 hour coach journey from Bangkok to the seaside resort of Hua Hin. The golfers from Asean were put up at the Dulsit Thani Hotel. It is classy with resort facilities and a lovely view of the sea. The beach was very clean and inviting. However, with the hectic golfing schedule over 3 days, there was little time to stop and stare.

The AGM for the Confederation of Asean Senior Golferss’ Association(CASGA) was traditionally held in conjunction with the Championship. President Toh Shung Chee, Hon Sec Pang Boon Hee and Captain Raymond Tan represented SSGS at the AGM. The chairmanship was handed over to Thailand by Singapore. Thailand would hold the chair until the next Championship in 2010. Brunei will be hosting the 27th Championship next year, tentatively in October.

Singapore made a pitch for the formula to allocate places for the Champiionship to be reviewed. Currently the allocation of places is based on country membership size. Thus smaller countries like Singapore and Brunei are at the losing end with only 25 and 18 places respectively compared to more than 50 places each for Malaysia, Phillipines and Indonesia. The AGM agreed that the basis of allocation would be reviewed for a decision to be taken at the next AGM in 2010.

The daily routine was taxing. Breakfast was at 5 am and the coach departure for the 2 courses, Springfield and Imperial Lake View, was at 6 am . The 2 courses were reasonably challenging and well maintained. They were, however, flat and peppered with lots of bunkers, especially around the greens. Scores of the leading golfers were impressive. The Filipinos dominated the field followed closely by the Bruneians. Singapore Seniors only managed an enjoyable golfing trip! Only Andrew Lee made the roll call for a runner up position in the stableford age group category. JS Lee also made it on stage to qualify for one of the Octogenarian achievement awards.

SSGS made arrangements for a separate game at the Black Mountain course. It was generally agreed that the course was much better in terms of quality, maintenance and scenic beauty, than those for the Champiionship. With no pressure from competition, our members had good scores and came back with renewed confidence in their respective games. We recommend the course for those who intend to make a trip to Hua Hin

The above article is contributed by Lim Siam Kim

Members who wish to share information with other members please email to sporesgs@gmail.com

Meeting Friends - SICC vs SSGS

Meeting of Friends—SICC vs SSGS

The phone at SSGS office did not stop ringing for a few weeks after it was announced that the annual friendly between SICC and SSGS would be held on 21 Aug 2009. There was overwhelming support for the event and those who signed up late could not be accommodated. SSGS members who were also SICC members cooperated by playing for SICC so that more non –SICC members could play.

It was with great enthusiasm that 144 golfers teed off at 1 pm at the Sime Course. But the weather dampened spirits somewhat when the sky burst with a heavy downpour after most of the flights had just completed one hole. Those who were near the clubhouse turned back and some resigned themselves to the pint of beer. Those caught on the course found shelter but it must have been quite uncomfortable. There was lightning and thunder and play only resumed after more than two hours.

The friendly competition was called off. Golfers were told to enjoy their game and the prizes would be given out in a lucky draw. The weather gradually improved and most of the flights completed at least 16 holes. There were many tales told of missed birdies and putts. There was the weather to blame for those who lost their bets. Despite the poor weather, there were all smiles as the golfers returned with their score cards.

Dinner was, as usual, a happy event. SSGS made sure that there was free flow of beer. Excellent wine was donated by Ben Foods which also offered special rates to SSGS members for purchase of wines. Albert Goh kindly provided the hard liquor for the real drinkers. Member Sin Chok rendered his Hainanese jokes to all who would hear. President SICC, Paul Thomas with other members of the SICC Committee were at the main table with SSGS President Toh Shung Chee and Patron Abraham Loh.

The participants went home satisfied with another happy event to be filed in their memories.

The above is contributed by Lim Siam Kim and photos by Lim Keok Meng

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Ostereoarthrits by Lim Keok Meng

Keok Meng sends this advice to fellow members. You wish to listen to him or not..it is up to you

Immediately, after my return from the Mediterranean cruise, I began to walk with a knee ache.
It is 3 months now and I am 95% cured now.
My orthopaedic surgeon says it is early Osteoarthrits
How did I get it? And how you may avoid getting it?

1st. Old age and 20% in this world suffer from it.

2nd. I used to climb over 50 steps every week in the hilly park behind my house,
taking,2 steps at a time.Dr says avoid climbing stairs. Govt building lifts in all HDB estates


3rd And the real cause of my knee ache is CLIMBING the Greek theatres and hilly tourist sites
like Santorini (Greek island),Acropolis, Dubrovnik (Croatia) and Taormina (Sicily)- See one of my photos above.

I had to climb to the top of the theatres---being a photo-video enthusiast.
And many of them - in Sicily, Turkey and Athens

His advice is to avoid walking steps as much as possible.

Members Column - Golf trip to Yunnan China

A group of senior golfers led by ssgs member Dr Ng went on a private golf of courses in Kunming and Lijiang. The 12-man team took a five day tour with Yunnan International Travel Service. And played five and a half games at Sunshine Golf Club,LJG Ancient Town Golf Club, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Golf Club and Spring City Moutain and Lake courses.
Except for the sporadic rain, the trip was very enjoyable- full of fun and laughter. There were also some hilarious and serious exchanges about health such as …..Is coffee good?, Is egg yolk good? And Is sex good for health?
We had also some lessons in gardening from Raymond Koh who is fanatical about it.
For information of other members trip costs about $2,200 inclusive of air travel, 5-star hotels , green fees and breakfast with a special free dinner. Please contact Dr Ng if you need more information. (The above pictures show CSTay's flight at one of the scenic green at Spring City Lake Course and Dr Ng keeping a watchful eye on the golfers' weapons at Kunming airport)

If you wish to share information with other senior golfers please email me at sporesgs@gmail.com

Members Column

What is he up to?

Some members dont give up. Over 60 already and trying to show that he is young again. Here is a member showing off his paddling skill at the MacRitchie Reservoir. Apparently canoeing is quite simple and good for the body - tuning up for a good swing at the golf course.

If you are interested you can rent a kayak for $15 per hour and $7.50 if you use a two seater with a friend. The place is at the Paddler Lodge located at the far right from the entrance of the reservoir. It is run by the Canoe Federation and open from 9 - 5 pm except Mondays and Public Holidays. I tried it the other day and found it to be cool ....a good morning exercise amidst the serenity of the beautiful lush greenery of the MacRitchie Reservoir.....

more information

MacRitchie Reservoir, located off Lornie Road and completed in the late 1860s, was the first water supply system implemented in Singapore. The Impounding Reservoir, as it was then called, came about through the donation of S$13,000 by philanthropist Tan Kim Seng in 1857. The reservoir was renamed Thomson Road Reservoir in 1907 and its name was changed again to MacRitchie Reservoir in 1922 after James MacRitchie, who was the Municipal Engineer of Singapore from 1883 to 1895.

The above is to share information with other SSGS members. If you have any interesting information for posting please email me at sporesgs@gmail.com or use the comments facility.

Do you know

Do You Know … ??????

Pharmed Pte Ltd at 149 Rochor Road B1–16–18 Fu Lu Shou Complex, managed by member Lim ah Bah is offering SSGS members 15% discount for purchases of health supplements. Members need to present their membership card at the counter.

Myco Farm at 9, Seletar Farmway 5 is offering members of SSGS special discount for purchases of organic mushrooms and soups. Identify yourself with your membership card at the counter before payment.

Hotel Palazzo – Thailand offers members of the Singapore senior Golfers’ Society concession rates for single and twin sharing rooms. Members who wish to make use of this offer can contact the office. The staff will make the booking for you and you can settle the bill with the hotel.

Wine Special ..Offer….Offer

The society have approached the supplier who sponsored the red wine at our AGM Dinner to offer the wine at the same discount Some members who bought the wine on offer have asked us to get the offer again as the wine was good and value for money..

When arrangements are finalised, we will advise members accordingly.

More News

SSGS vs SSGM

After many years, SSGS at long last won the annual meet between the Malaysian Senior Golfers and ourselves. The Game was held at Sembawang Country Club on 22 June. The Malaysians came by coach and by cars. Some came from as far as Sarawak.

The weather was fine and the participants enjoyed their golf. Many turned up to meet their old Malaysian friends. Politics between our two countries can blow hot and cold. The golfers of our two countries have remained warm through the years. It was the wish of the captains that the games remain as a symbol of our close relationship.

The Singapore Winner of Haikou Cup

When we announced in our SSGS Newsletter about the $299.00 (3 games, free green, caddy fees, meals, hotel accommodation, transfers etc..) Haikou Cup, only 10 members took up the special offer. This was no surprise as members probably felt the 10 who signed up must be “matto” (mad), “stupido or pazzo” (crazy). So hot?. They’ll be roasted in the Hainan sun. Surprisingly, the weather was “springtime in the Rockies” – very cool and cloudy and sans sun, at a daily temperature of 24 deg. It was not humid as Singapore.

Unfortunately, GolfHub which offered SSGS all the 65 places had to extend it to the public and they were snapped up quickly. However, Agnes of GolfHub managed to squeeze 10 more places for SSGS members. Why did it turn out to be so popular? It was a very good value for money golf tour..

Firstly, we played in Hainan’s No.1 golf course, the Meishi or Mayflower GC. Green fee for walk in guest is about S$200.00 we paid only S$140.00 . inclusive of caddy fee and buffet lunch.
So you play three games with free green , caddy fee plus lunch and transfer to and from the golf course. Next, your accommodation. We stayed gratis in a $135 per night 4 star hotel with breakfast and free transfer to and from airport

Finally, the Hainan Tourist Promotion Board put up a very entertaining prize – presentation cum dinner programme on the last night. Not only was the 10 course sumptuous dinner, there were also dancers and singers who performed during the dinner.

As for the Haikou Cup, none of our SSGS members really bothered. They just enjoyed the golf, social company, weather and experience. How could our apehs compete with alligators, Buayas and crocodiles from Hong Kong, Taiwan and Malaysia?? But surprisingly, the winner of the Haikou Cup turned up to be our Singapore 14 year old golfer from Laguna National Golf & Country Club.

The objective of reporting the Haikou Cup is really to urge more of SSGS members to participate on another Haikou Cup in September 2009. The Hainan Tourist Promotion Board have raised the price by $100.00 but we think it is still very value for money.

SSGS vs SICC

SSGS Vs SICC – Friday 21, August 2009
Sime Course-Bukit Location

The annual friendly match between SSGS and SICC will be held on Friday, 21 August 2009, shot-gun start at 1.00 pm. Dinner will be at the Bukit Room after the game.

SSGS members who are also SICC members are kindly requested to register at the club to represent SICC. This will allow more non SICC members from SSGS to participate – limited to 65 pax per side.
Please submit your entry in the form enclosed and send to the office early.. Entries without the

Good News

Good News

Representatives from Malaysian club – Tanjung Puteri at Pasir Gudang – Johor made a special agreement to offer to all SSGS members concession rates.

SSGS members need only to present their membership card. The green/buggy fees are:-

Weekdays – whole day are :-

Plantation Course - RM$85.00
Village & Straits Courses - RM$65.00

Weekends – PM only

Plantation Course RM$125.00
Village & Straits Courses RM$105.00

Members need to pay for Government Tax – 5% and RM$3.00 for insurance premium. These are compulsory

Coming Events

Coming Events

August Monthly Medal – 27, Aug 2009
Ponderosa Golf Club, Johor

The society is organizing the next monthly medal at the Ponderosa Golf Club, Johor on 27 August 2009 – morning game.

Members will have to use their own transport or alternatively hitch a ride from fellow members. Those who would like to offer a seat or two in their car can advise the office. If any member want to hitch a ride, we can let you have the contact number of the member willing to share transport and you can liaise directly with him.

The entry form is sent out together with this newsletter. Members wishing to participate, please complete the form and submit together with your payment to the office.

Closing date will be one week before the medal day.

July 09 Medal

SSGS July Medal – Palm Springs, Batam
15 July 2009

Members met at the Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, all eager to go to Batam .It promised be a beautiful day’s outing but the early morning shower dampened their spirits.
However, on reaching Batam, the weather relented and it turned out to be a perfect day for golfing. All who joined the trip fully enjoyed themselves.
Results
A Div Winner Chua Chin Seong 39 pts

B Div Winner Eddie Lee 37 pts

C Div Winner Allan Ng 41 pts
R/Up Tay Shiew Cher 34 pts

D Div Winner Lee Jit Seam 38 pts
R/Up Shek Kam Chew 35 pts
3rd Place Andrew Siow 34

Senior golfers visit museum

Senior golfers visit museum

Some 35 members and their friends attended a guided tour of the special exhibition of Emperor Kangxi at the Asian Civilisations Museum. The curator of the exhibition conducted the tour and it was most interesting and informative. Members learnt of Kangxi’s wise reign and his achievements. There were exhibits from the Palace Museum in Beijing and the Chinese Archives some of which were travelling for the first time,
On display was a gown worn by the Emperor, his royal seal hunting gear and armour. There were scrolls recording Emperor Kangxi’s visits to the various parts of his empire. Of particular interest was a copy of the imperial exam script submitted by one of the scholars.
Really a rare opportunity to see artifacts ffrom China. For those who were aat the Asian Civilisations Museum for the first time, it was an eye opener. They did not realize that we have such a world class museum. Members asked for more such visits. – extract from SSGS NEWS Aug 09.

Where do you wish to visit next? Send your feedback to sporesgs@singnet.com.sg

What is Mr Ying doing?

Look who is in the picture?

Our seni0r vice president Mr Ying resting after morning golf at Sime, SICC.

He is meditating i think.

But what is he really thinking and doing?

Send your comments to sporesgs@gmail.com

Also calling all seniors: Please send in your photos with a brief caption for publishing on this blog.

The best photo will receive a prize from the blog administrator.

Quotable quote: "Very liitle is needed to make a happy life"

SSGS Website

Hi members!

The link for the SSGS 's website is http://www.ssgs.org.sg/

In case you cannot get it you can try the link http://sporesgs.blogspot.com/

You can also make your comments by clicklng the comments icon at the bottom of each post. When making comments please write your name and membership number especially when the feedback is on participating in medals and golf trips. If you wish you can post anonymously. Comments are moderated.

Enjoy blogging.

For now if you have anything to say you can email to the office or directly to me at sporesgs@gmail.com

Members of SSGS and their wives enjoyed a good lunch at Ah Yat restaurant. They had an enjoyable time. Our patron Abraham Loh and wife together with the President also joined the buffet lunch.

Our asst secretary Lim Keok Meng took some pictures which you can see at ssgs facebook at:

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2658&id=100000006903983&l=69f0a241ce

GOLD MEDAL QUALIFIERS

GOLD MEDAL QUALIFIERS as at 15 May 2009

Ajit Singh
Col Raymond Tan
Kok Shook Kwong
Paul Cheung
Andrew Ong
David Low
Lau Koi Fong
Peh Choon Seng
Andrew Siow
Dr Richard Ong
Law Kum Sang
Peter Tan

Andrew Yeo Seh Swan
Fred Boey
Leong Kong Yon
Peter Yap
Ben Toh
George Ong
Lim Choon Hwa
Rasip Haron
Chan Hung Kong
Giam Choo Hoo
Lim Lian Chun
Raymond Leong
Chan Kiat Choon
Heng Jee yong
Lim Siam Kim
Reggie Song
Charlie Wee
J S Lee
Ng Ah Sek
Shek Kam Chew
Chin Kok Kwong
John Quek
Ng Kay Meng
Sim Kwang Seng
Choo Bock Kee
Koh Hoi Jam
Pang Geok Keng
Stephen Ng
Koh Tak Hong
Steven Chew
Tommy Tan

Tan Ah Lye

Tan Aik Koon

Toh Yeo Teck

Toh Wai Thong

Tan Teow Chong

Yeo Hui Teck

Tan Choon Seng

Tan Teow Chong

Photos of the AGM of SSGS

See more photos at the following in Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=296&id=100000006903983&l=2bead466af

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=295&id=100000006903983&l=a4c033f7fb

New Office Bearers for 2009/10

The following officers were elected for th year 2009/2010 at the Annual General Meeting on 15 May 2009 of the Singapore Senior Golfers' Society.

President: Toh Shung Chee PBM

Senior VicePresident: Tan Ah Lye

Vice President:
Dato Loh Ah Joo

Ying Yoke Kwai
Leong Mun Sum

Captain: Col Raymond Tan

Secretary: Pang Boon Hee

Treasurer: Kenneth Koh

Vice Captain:
Terence Ng
Tommy Tan

AsstSecretary: Lim Keok Meng

Committee Members:
Lim Siam Kim
Leong Teck Kut
Bob leong
John Cheng
Michael Yap
Robert Lo

Annual General Meeting - Fri 15 May 2009

The 41st Annual General Meeting of the Singapore Senior Golfers' Society will be held on Friday 15 May 2009 at 6.45pm in the Bukit Room Singapore Island Country Club Bukit Location.

Agenda

1. To confirm the Minutes of the 40th AGM
2. To receive the General Committee's Report
3. To receive the accounts for thye year 2008 and if approved pass the accounts
4.To appoint auditors for the year 2009/2010
5. To appoint office bearers for year 2009/10
6. Any Other Business

Menu for Ah Yat's Lunch

here is the menu

More News

Visit to the Asian Civilizations Museum—15 June 2.45 pm

More good news.

SSGS invites members to the Asian Civilizations Museum, Empress Place, to view the Emperor Kangxi(1654-1722) Exhibition. This is a first class exhibition from China.

The tour will be guided by a curator of the Museum specially arranged for SSGS. Members need not pay the usual entrance fees.

The Asian Civilizations Museum is world class. For those who have not visited the Museum before, this is a great opportunity to do so.

The Museum visit is open to all members. Those attending lunch at Ah Yat Restaurant can round up the afternoon with a visit to the Museum too. To assist us in our arrangements, please inform the office(Tel 67380655) of your interest by 1 June.

News - Lunch

SSGS
151 Chin Swee Road #03-33A Manhattan House, Singapore 169876
Tel: 67380655 Fax 67383747 E-Mail: sporesgs@singnet.com.sg


Dear Members

SSGS Lunch at Ah Yat Restaurant

In our last Newsletter, we informed you that plans were being made for lunch gatherings for members of SSGS. Patron Abraham Loh has been urging the GC for sometime to organize get-togethers and having regular lunches was one of his pet ideas.

Good News! We have arranged for regular lunches at Ah Yat Seafood Restaurant at very special rates. The lunches will be part sponsored by SSGS sponsors like Mr Abraham Loh, Mr Toh Shung Chee, Mr Tan Ah Lye, Mr Leong Mun Sum, and the Restaurant. Members will pay a highly subsidized rate for first class food.

So set aside lunch time on Monday 15 June 2009 for a wonderful feast.

Venue : Ah Yat Seafood Restaurant at Main Grandstand Turf City, Turf Club Road (at the opposite end of Giant Supermarket)
Time : 1230
Date : Monday 15, June 2009
Cost : $10 nett per attendee Members can bring one guest at same price and
$20.00 each for subsequent guests.

To enable us to make the above offer, the Restaurant will absorb the service charge, GST , towels, tea etc and Mr Abraham Loh will be the first sponsor.

Hurry! Sign up today.

Pl. contact the office (Tel 67380655 .) by June 1, 2009.. to reserve your place. As we need to know the number early,(for booking tables) late comers will not be entertained.

Members Column

Cactus Plant Blooms

See two white beautiful flowers at youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zg-SLrTRC40

My wife and I ( JT Tay) were very happy to watch these two blooming flowers

only for a short period.

Enjoy life to the fullest..we are in this world but once.

Members Column

Keok Meng and some senior golfers enjoyed a cruise on the Royal Carribean to Phuket. Here is a video clip of him free and easy on the piano ... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bM-socUpYRg
and guess who is in this video?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGjetyqRe_U

Members who have items to contribute to this blog please email to sporesgs@singnet.com.sg or sporesgs@gmail.com

Golf Tour to Ho Chih Minh - Feb 09

Golf Tour to Ho Chih Minh – 17-21 Feb 2009

SSGS President Toh Shung Chee led 17 members on an enjoyable golf trip to Ho Chih Minh in February. It was an eye opener for those who were there for the first time.

The cityscape reminded us of Singapore in the ‘50s and ‘60s. Children played in the backlanes. People sat on the pavements fanning themselves in the heat. Mud puddles and clogged drains assailed the senses. Most striking was the scene of motorcycles everywhere moving incessantly along the streets. Pretty girls hidden behind nosemasks to keep out the dirt kept pace on their motorbikes with families (4 on a bike-2 adults with 2 children) trundling along happily. At intersections the bikers had their own way of accommodating each other. They gave way to each other and there was a certain pattern of movement which enabled the traffic to flow.

If a Singaporean were to cross the road the way we do-look left, look right, cross when clear- we will have to wait for hours. The advice is to walk slowly across and ignore the cars and motorbikes. They will weave around you. You will be knocked down if you hesitate or move back as the vehicles will not know how to go round you. Our senior golfers learnt to cross the roads pretty fast!

If you have not seen ‘thin’ buildings, go to Ho Chih Minh. There are many such buildings with narrow frontage but 4 storeys’ high. Unlike other Asian cities, tourists do not seem to get the same warmth from the Vietnamese. Tips are expected to be large from tourists. Prices of shopping items are upped for strangers. Bargaining is not welcomed. It might have been our bad luck to come across the wrong locals.
Highlight of the trip was the visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels. This is an underground system of tunnels over 200 km long. Some parts have several floors with accommodation. These were the tunnels that the wily Vietnamese used to fight the Americans. Some of us went down some easy sections but found them quite intimidating. Of course some one like Hon Sec Pang Boon Hee would get stuck in.
Our meals were mainly Vietnamese. We tried tasty dishes of all varieties not forgetting the beef noodle “Pho” and the smooth touch of the Viet spring roll. They went well with the light Saigon beer.

Long Thanh Golf Course was the best of the 3 courses that we played. It looked like a superior version of Palm Resort, lush with palm trees. The fairway and greens were well maintained. Song Be Golf Resort gave us a feel of what it was like to play under desert conditions on its Desert course. The green fairway could be found between cacti and sand. On a warm day, one really felt like being in the desert. The Lotus course was green and friendly.

We had a friendly tournament with the Saigon Golf Association at the Vietnam Golf and Country Club. It was organized by them and all the golfers had an enjoyable game. It was stroke play including putt outs. With some of our seniors losing up to 10 holes to their opponents, you can imagine the thrashing we received. However, we made some Vietnamese friends and SSGS President Toh hoped that they would soon join the Asean Senior Golfers.

The trip was well organized and the participants gelled very well. We are looking forward to the next SSGS golf trip.

Medal Results-Jan 09

SSGS January Medal - Orchid Country Club - 8 Jan 2009

The society organised the medal at the Orchid Country Club on January 8, 2009 and as in previous occasions, the response was very encouraging - 44 members signed up for the game.
Members had the opportunity to play at the newly renovated nine holes - Dendra.

We congratulate the following winners:-

A Div 1st Sim Kwang Seng (23) 37 pts
2nd Ben Tan (18) 36 pts
3rd Andrew Ong (18) 35 pts

B Div 1st Leong Kong Yon (10) 42 pts
2nd Choo Bock Kee (17) 37 pts
3rd Toh Yeo Teck (15) 37 pts)

C Div 1st Heng Jee Yong (24) 42 pts
2nd Peh Choon Seng (17) 40 pts

D Div 1st Chin Kok Kwong (24) 41 pts
2nd Peter Tan (21) 38 pts
3rd Charlie Wee (20) 36 pts

SSGS February Medal at Warren Golf & Country Club

Response for the game played on the 26 February 2009 was good. The greens which were painstakingly maintained by their new course superintendent from the Philippines were excellent.

The following are the results:

A Div 1st Lim Choon Hwa (24) 46 pts
2nd Tan Choon Seng (19) 39 pts
3rd Pang Geok Keng (20) 37 pts

B Div 1st Choo Bock Kee (20) 45 pts
2nd Steven Chew (24) 40 pts
3rd Lau Koi Fong (12) 38 pts

C Div 1st Ng Ah Sek (15) 39 pts
2nd Paul Cheung (19) 37 pts

D Div 1st Stephen Ng (24) 38 pts
2nd Tommy Tan (20) 36 pts
3rd Dr Chan Kiat Choon (24) 32 pts.

Coming Events

SSGS Gold Meda/AGM
Members are reminded that the Gold Medal and AGM will be held on Friday 15 May 2009 at SICC Sime Course,Bukit Location. It will be a short gun- start

SSGS Lunch Get-together
THe Society is reviving the monthly lunch get-together. We will advise members when arrangements are finalized. Those attending will get a $5 discount.

Welcome Aboard
Banerj Gopal
Lie Khim Sin
Chew Sun Huat
Tan Keng Foo
Ng Choh Lian
Yong Hsiac Lien

Obituary
Kerry Ong - Jan 21 2009

Haikou

Golf Tour - HAIKOU - 25 April 2009

GolfHub International is organizing a golf tour to Haikou together with the Tourism Promotion Board - Haikou. This is a very special offer at $299.00 excluding air tickets and taxes.

If you need the agent’s assistance to purchase the air tickets please liaise with them. There will be a small handling fee. Please see details below:
Itinerary

Day 01 Upon arrival, proceed to IBL Golf Club or Dong Shan Golf Club for 01 round of 18 holes golf game with green, caddy and locker fees.

Day 02 01 round of 18 holes golf game at Wen Chang Golf Club with green, caddy and locker fees.

Day 03 01 round of 18 holes golf game at Meishi Golf Club with green, caddy and locker fees.

Day 04 Check out and proceed to airport for our return flight to Singapore.


Package Includes

1. Three (3) nights accommodation with breakfast based on twin sharing at Bao Hua Hotel.

2. Three (3) 18 holes golf game with green, caddy and locker fees.

3. Three (3) lunch at Club House and one (1) prize presentation dinner on the final tournament .

4. Goodies, Lucky Draws and Tournament prizes to be given

5. Land transfers-Airport/ Hotel/Golf Courses/Hotel/Airport

Package Excludes

1. Single supplement at S$120.00 per pax

2. Optional golf game/ tours/extension of stay

3. Buggy is compulsory at $55.00 per unit (twin share allowed)

4. Air ticket and all airport charges and miscellaneous charges

Year Of Ox

Chinese Zodiac, OX

The Ox of Chinese Astrology is no bull in a china shop. Steadfast and solid, this powerful Sign is a born leader, being quite dependable and possessing an innate ability to achieve great things. Oxen tend to be plodding and methodical, they approach projects in the step-by-step manner that serves them best and they never lose sight of their goal. They ae tireless workers who are detail-oriented and believe in doing things right the first time.

The world may pervieve Oxen as being far too serious or incapable of loosening up. This sturdy sort is less than social by nature and tends to become introverted in a crowd. To make things worse, they can’t be bothered with what other people think and prefer to do what makes them feel best. Behind that calm façade, though, lives an Ox who can feel hurt, lonely and unable to connect with others. Friends and family are a great source of comfort to this beast, even if they don’t always understand what makes the Ox tick. As a lover, friend, family member or housemate, the Ox makes a wonderfully strong, tender and affectionate companion who is protective and always reliable.

Out of the world though, Oxen tend to be stubborn, dogmatic, my-way or the highway kind of people who have no concept of when to back down. Oxen don’t care to be pushed, especially since they think they’re the good guys of the Chinese Zodiac, There is some truth to that theory since the Ox is smart, trustworthy, caring and honorable. If you need honest, steady and unbiased advice, call on the Ox.

A good lesson for mighty Oxen is to strive to overcome a judgemental nature that keeps them from getting close to others. If they can learn to value their own good qualities, they’ll have more room in their heart to invite others in.

Golf Competition Results

19th Singapore Senior Amateur Open Championship

The Championship was held at the Laguna National Golf & Country Club from 16 - 18 December 2008.

Congratulations to the following SSGS members for winning in their respective categories.

A Div Best Gross - Winner Paul Kwek 236
R/Up Yeap C.L. 244

C Div Best Gross - Winner Ng Ah Sek 255
R/Up Peh C S 259

D Div Best Gross Winner Ong E Hong 259
R/Up Fred Boey 259

B Div Best Nett Winner Leong K. Y. 213 R/Up Toh Yeo Teck 219

D Div Best Nett R/Up Charlie Chia 233

January Monthly Medal - Jan 8, 2009 - Orchid Country Club

The medal held at OCC received good response from members. 36 pax took part and we congratulate the following winners.

A Div Winner Sim Kwang Seng (23) 37 pts R/Up Ben Toh (18) 35 pts
2nd R/up Andrew Ong (18) 35 pts

B Div Winner K.Y.Leong (10) 42 pts
R/Up Choo Bock Kee (17) 37 pts 2nd R/up Toh Yeo Teck (15) 37 pts

C Div Winner Heng Jee Yong (24) 42 pts
R/Up Peh Choon Seng (17) 40 pts

D Div Winner Chin Kok Kwong (24) 41 pts
R/Up Peter Tan (21) 35 pts
2nd R/up Charlie Wee (20) 35 pts

The above winners qualify for the Golf Medal in May 2009. Members will be advised accordingly.

February Monthly Medal - 26 Feb, 2009

The medal will be held at the Warren Golf & C. C.
Entry forms are enclosed. Please submit early.

Useful Websites from Members

I SHARE THIS WITH YOU.HOPE YOU WILL REMEMBER MY GOOD DEED.
Subject: SPORE ROAD STREET/ROAD MAP DIRECTORY.YOU CAN LOOK FOR LOCATIONS AND ALSO HOW TO DRIVE FROM POINT "A" TO POINT "B"(from keokmeng)
1. WWW.SKYPIGEON.COM
2. WWW.MAP.GOV.SG/STREET MAP

One of the best sites ever. Take a look…..............TQ AS ! Just put your mouse on a city anywhere in the world and the newspaper headlines pop up. Double click and the page gets (ttgoh)larger.http://www.newseum. org/todaysfrontp ages/flash/

Photo Gallery 1 -courtesy of Lim Keok Meng