Feb 09 Development

Its been quite sometime that i didn't update the blog, due to the tight work schedule, CNY preparation, Valentine's Day & stuff like that. All the celebrations has come to an end finally! Fortunately not for the development of the PL project despite the poor economic and recession downturn. Pl has been improving well day by day. MSCP has built to its 1st storey, improvement also shown in Blk 604a & 604b. Blk 604c is on its way! Below updates are taken on 13th Feb 09.

Partial Overview


Blk 603 MSCP

Partial View of Blk 604B

Blk 604A

Pictures taken on 21st Jan 08, where initial structure of MSCP is out.

Admiralty Park in 2009.

On 4 Jan 2009, the begining of year 2009, we finally visited admiralty park which is 27 heactares comprising both the nature and recreational areas. We have postphoned the walk twice due to bad weather. But in 2009, a new year, new begining we have clear the park. The location of the park is near to the Republic Polytechnic.

During the walk, we happened to saw monkeys and we detour to other route just to avoid them, in case they attack us. The boardwalk within the mangrove forest is nothing to compare to Ubin boardwalk which is much longer and better scenery.

The journey is so short and within half an hour we completed the whole journey. Thought can enjoy more scenery but nothing seem to attract us. Only when we cross the road, we saw people catching crabs in between singapore and Malaysia waters. Compare with other parks i still prefer the southern ridge and henderson wave.

Singapore Flyer technical fault 3 times in 2008.

On 23 dec 08, Our world's largest observation wheel, the Singapore Flyer came to a halt and had trapped 173 people. Since it operation it had 3 times technical fault. Although it is a bird eye view at the top but there nothing much senery to see as singapore is having construction. Hope the wheel can continue to bring in fortune to singapore.

Today on the 31st dec 2008, the last day of 2008, we did not see the wheel in operation. We went down to count down for 2009. It turn out to be a bless that there is no rain. The fire work as compare 2008 and 2009, I would say that 2009 will be more beautiful. Hope 2009 will be a beautiful year in everything although recession still in the air. Hope the new OX year can really be a bull year for everyone.

Dec 08 Development - Part 2

Pixtures taken 20th Dec 08 (ard 630pm). Metals piling were in ground for the MSCP. Our neighbour project, The Coralinus is making great improvement. Most likely,they can get the keys in 2009.


New projects going on behind the Church besides the Punggol Sec Sch

Corlnious & commercial development - A project next to Punggol Lodge

Corlnious Blk 301 (Side view)

Prewinkle - A project behind Punggol Vista

Celebrate Christmass @ Changi AIrport 08

Went to Punggol yesterday hopfully to get some updates. We went to Changi Airport thereafter from there. A long journey indeed as well! However, its all worthwhile. Celebrating Christmas at Changi Airport can be a difference too! There are lots of colourful displays and X-mas plant displays at the airport. Rem to bring camera along to bring back x'mas memories home!

Full Moon Close-up

Earth set for full moon close-up

On 13th Dec 08, we went to Clarke Quay planning to take some X'mas photo. However to great disappointment there's nothing much we what we expected. The only attraction is only an indoor ice skiiing, which attracted a lot of children. Fortunately, there's the famous Hokkaiddo Ice Cream to compensate the disappointment! Haha..we chosen the black seseam @ $3.80/cup this time...yummmy..yummmy..sitting by the riverside, enjoying the ice cream and the full moon! Wondering why the moon tonight is so much difference from the usual. (extra huge, juz like a gigentic egg yolk).

It is actually the day, a full moon is set to occur closer to the Earth that Friday evening than it has done for the past 15 years. We watched the full moon raised, from hiding behind the tall buildings to sitting side by side to the Swisstol hotel!

The moon is so close to earth, that it appears so bright and larger than other full moon this year. Cos, it will be a little over 350,000km away as it passes over the northern hemisphere, which is about 30,000km closer than usual. It's only every few years that a full moon happens to coincide with the part of the Moon's orbit when its closest to the Earth

The Moon's orbit is elliptical, meaning it does not follow a circular but rather an oval path. It is currently approaching the point where this oval orbit is nearest to the Earth.

Plants For Cleaner, Fresher Air

Virtually all indoor plants have benefits but here are some healthy interior plants rated for their envirionmental benefits. These plants have been selected according to ease of growth and maintenance, resistance to pests, efficiency at removing chemical vapours, and transpiration rates. Can take theses plants into consideration in every home.

Swiss Cheese Plant (Monstera delicosa)

Fast growing houseplant with good all round air cleaning properties and particularly effective in humidifying air conditioned interiors.They are easy to grow and with proper care, leaves of up to 45cm (18") across can be achieved!

Site: Bright indirect light to bright shade

Originally from the rain forests of Central and South America, where they climb up trees to reach higher light levels, consequently sturdy support is essential as stems can reach a height of 20' or more. They are easy to grow and with proper care, leaves of up to 45cm (18") across can be achieved!

Temp: Average warmth..

Water: Water well in the growing season. Let the compost dry out slightly between watering. Mist frequently.

Feeding: A liquid feed every month or so over the growing season.

Tip: If water drips from the leaves then it has been over watered, let the compost dry and water less




Zamioculcas zamifolia

Only recently has this plant been seen locally. Zamioculcas is beginning to find itself brought into offices by interior landscapers, probably due to its affinity with modern design. Each of the branches coming from the compost is actually a leaf and the ' leaves' are leaflets coming of them. An easy and very impressive plant for a semi shady room.

Site: Light Shade (Will take sun as well)

Temp: Average warmth. Not below 65°F in the winter.

Water: Let the compost surface dry before re-watering. Over the winter water sparingly.

Feeding: A very weak liquid feed every month or so over the growing season.

Tip: It can be divided and replanted when repotting is required. Do not let the plant get over wet, rotting can occur over winter if overwatered.



Philodendron

These handsome plants are very tolerant of shady conditions and can make a stunning architectural statement in a darkish situation. In a NASA study they were shown to be particularly effective in removing formaldehyde molecules as well as other toxins.

Deep purples reds and greens make this elegant plant a striking choice for a dark room. Unlike many philodendrons (Tree lovers) Imperial red makes a lovely upright specimen that is tidy in its growth habit.

Site: Dislikes too bright a spot fantastic for a shady corner.

Temp: Average warmth.

Water: Water thoroughly in the growing season, less over the winter months. Loves high humidity so mist regularly.

Feeding: A weak feed every month over the growing season.

Tip: Will tolerate quite cold conditions

Dracaena fragrans"Janet Craig"
The dark-green leaves of dracaena "Janet Craig" make it a most attractive plant. It is one of the best plants for removing trichloreoethylene. These plants can tolerate neglect and dimly lit environments. This plant can be kept best in semi-shade and will tolerate dimly lit areas, but growth will be slow

Bold and simple wide dark green leaves form the large crown of this choice Dracaena. A wonderful choice for a room with contemporary design. Although slower growing than d. marginata it will still reach a height of 6-7 feet.

Site: Light shade.

Temp: Average warmth.

Water: Do not let the compost dry out, in the growing season keep moist and reduce the watering in winter. Keep the humidity up with misting (Dracaena draco will tolerate dry air)

Feeding: A liquid feed every month or so.

Tip: Place in a pebble tray to increase humidity

Boston Fern (Nephrolepsis exaltata)
Ferns are probably one of the oldest groups of plants. Many have been found as fossils dating back to prehistoric times. The Boston Fern's stiff fronds arch out, drooping downward as they age. It is grown strictly for its foliage for it does not produce flowers. It is best displayed in a hanging basked or sitting upon a pedestal. As an indoor plant, the Boston Fern requires a certain amount of attention. It must have frequent misting and watering or the leaves will quickly turn brown and begin to drop. Of the plants tested, it is the best for removing air pollutants, especially formaldehyde, and for adding humidity to the indoor environment. This plant can be kept best in semi-sun to shade

Discovered a century ago in Boston (The name gave it away!) this graceful variation on the sword fern (N. exaltata) has become a common sight in rooms all over the world. It is one of the easiest ferns to grow inside giving a mass of soft foliage all year round in exchange for a small amount of care.

Site: Light Shade.

Temp: Average.

Water: Water well throughout the growing season and less over winter. Loves a misting as often as you can. A pebble tray would also be beneficial.

Feeding: Apply a weak liquid feed every three weeks or so.

Tip: A great plant for a bathroom


Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica)
Bred for toughness, it will survive in less light than most plant of its size. It will tolerate dim light and cool temperatures. This plant is easy to grow and is especially effective at removing formaldehyde. It receives high marks in all categories and is an excellent overall houseplant. Of the ficus plants tested to date, the rubber plant is the best for removing chemical toxins from the indoor environment. This plant can be kept best in semi-sun to semi-shade.

Very well known spiecies of fig. The rubber plant is a very easy plant to look after. It can grow large and loose leaves at the base of the plant but can be cut back over the winter when the rubber sap will not fill up the pot! 'Bali' is a great cultivar with bright red leaf sheaths and leaves so dark they almost appear black.

Site: Bright indirect light to bright shade, will take a small amount of direct sun.

Temp: Average warmth.

Water: Quite regularly in the growing season but leave to dry out slightly first. Rarely over the winter months. Benefits from occasional misting.

Feeding: A liquid feed every month or so.

Tip: Prune to shape in the winter if required.

Sansevieria

Dracaena Lemon Lime

Dec 08 Development - Part 1

Due to recent packed schedule, manage to get a short break of 4 days to get good rest, only then able to get some updates on blog. Pictures taken 13th Dec 08. Pictures were extracted from Vista's forum..haha since no updates from Lodge yet. They might appeared a bit small due to the mega storage space they taken up. Notice quite a few changes from the foreground. Few wired metal had been grounded at the MSCP.

Shaping Punggol With Updates

Finally there are some dates show when the project will be completed and what are the new proposal that they are planning to develop the punggol. Heading down to HDB Hub to get these updates.

Moving on At the Recreation Coastline

1) New Punggol and Serangoon Reservoirs (Completion 2009)

2) Sengkang Park (Completion 2nd half 2008)

3) Sengkang Sports & Recreation Centre (Completion June 2008)

4) Sengkang floating island along Sungei Punggol (Completion 2010)

5) Activity Cluster 1

- Horse Riding Centre, Completion 4th Quarter 2008

- Interim Park Completion 2010

6) Proposed Rustic Park @ Coney Island Start development 2009

7) Coastal Promenade Completion 2010

8) Activity Cluster 2

- Golf Driving Range & Plant Nursery Completion 2009

9) Proposed Lorong Halus Wetland Completion 2011