Club shows its ‘Seletar Spirit’ in new book

Book traces Seletar Country Club's journey from former RAF airbase to current location The Seletar Country Club is one of many golf clubs in Singapore. But it boasts two areas that few can compete with - the unique wetlands fringing the course and a water sports centre that taps Seletar's river waters and reservoir. The … Continue reading Club shows its ‘Seletar Spirit’ in new book

To take a swing at that golf club membership or not…

Savings in green fees make it worthwhile for avid golfers, especially those who play often The recent announcement that Raffles Country Club (RCC) will be acquired to make way for the High Speed Rail to Malaysia has put the spotlight on golf memberships once again. RCC is the second golf club to be acquired for … Continue reading To take a swing at that golf club membership or not…

Surprise land acquisitions not likely to go on, say experts

KL-Singapore high-speed rail a recent development; most land demands here are planned for in advance Golfers might feel hard done by following the acquisitions of Raffles Country Club and Jurong Country Club, but such surprises are not likely to continue, said experts. The two golf clubs are making way for the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore high-speed rail … Continue reading Surprise land acquisitions not likely to go on, say experts

Fewer golf greens, but more greenery from parks and trails

A few golf courses are lost to development, but that does not mean Singapore's green coverage is shrinking. More green spaces are on the way, with the amount of land dedicated to parks and nature reserves slated to increase from 5,700ha in 2010 to 7,250ha in 2030. This is according to the Ministry of National … Continue reading Fewer golf greens, but more greenery from parks and trails

Soil works for rail link begin at Jurong club

Soil investigation works at Jurong Country Club started on Tuesday, as the authorities prepare to convert the site into a terminus for the high-speed rail linking Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. A Land Transport Authority spokesman added that the major construction and systems tenders for the project will be called later this year. The 67ha club … Continue reading Soil works for rail link begin at Jurong club