This week

18th - 27th March, Empire Hotel - Kid's Escape
The ultimate in Kidde Fun with an exciting kiddie activity each day!
Only B$250 per Superior Room each night (including lots of freebies!)
Activities include:
18th , 6pm-9pm - Kid's Pizza Party
19th , 6pm-9pm - Kid's Saturday Night Party
20th , 11am-5.30pm - Sunday Splash
21st , 11am-3pm - Fun with Art
22nd , 11am-3pm - Animal Farm
23rd , 11am-3pm - Dance the Funk
24th , 11am-3pm - Horses and more…
25th , 6pm-9pm - Kid's Pizza Party
26th , 6pm-9pm - Kid's Saturday Night Party
27th , 11am-5.30pm - Sunday Splash
Call 241 7788 for information and reservations
*rate for Brunei residents only

26th, BMS is pleased to welcome back international pianist:
ANTONY PEEBLES
Saturday 26th March 2005
7.30pm
Orchid Garden Hotel
In 1971 Antony Peebles won the international BBC Piano Competition with a unanimous vote from the jury. Since then he has maintained a very busy performing career in some 126 different countries and in the UK has played as concerto soloist with most of the major orchestras.
His programme for BMS will include works by Mendelssohn, Schumann, Chopin, Ravel and Grieg.
Tickets from the Mabohai Club or at the door on the night : adults - $20 students - $10 
This concert is generously sponsored by NBT ( BRUNEI ) SDN BHD.
For further information on BMS please contact John and Jane Jackets jackets@brunet.bn

3rd, April, Garage Sale Expat leaving Sunday, April 3rd, 2005   8 till 11 a.m. Jalan Tungku, Simpang 185-53-17, House no.1

Ongoing Events

Events that have already started and will continue over a period of time, eg exhibitions:

Upcoming Events

6th , Wed - Coffeeplus, Orchid Garden Hotel, BSB, 9:30am Talk by Physiotherapist Lynn Varein-Coad. This is the second talk by Lynn this time focussing on Neck Pains, Headaches as well as Children's Posture. Admission $7

9th, ISB 'Fairy Tale Ball' moved to Saturday 11th June

10th, Sun - Easter Picnic, British High Commissioner's Residence, 3pm-5pm, Tickets $5. Bring the family for a fun afternoon, Easter Bonnet Parade, Egg Hunt, Tug of War. Afternoon Tea will be served. Admission by ticket only, contact Sally:2611562, Jenny: 2380479 Pat: 2411198 Ruth: 2411038  e mail: flossy@brudirect.com   or  a BCL Committee Member.

24th, Sunday
The Panaga Athletics Section presents THE 23rd PANAGA TRIATHLON
Choose from:
Full Triathlon (500 m pool swim + 28 km cycling + 5 km running) for individuals or mixed relay teams; 
Mini Triathlon ( 300 m pool swim + 14 km cycling + 2.5 km running) for individuals only;
Triathlon Marshal, where you will be rewarded with a free breakfast and polo-shirt Start & Finish at the Panaga Beach Shelter.
Cost B$20 p.p., including breakfast, drinks and designer T-shirt. Closing Date for registration will be 17th April; no entries will be accepted on the day.
Open to non-panaga members.  For more details, application forms and for marshal volunteers please e-mail: panaga-tri-2005@hotmail.com

7th, Saturday 7th May 2005 7.30pm ISB PTA Quiz Night and Beach BBQ at the Serasa Yacht Club.......more details to follow.......everyone is welcome to challenge their brain and enjoy this fun night out! (note date changed from 14th)

11th, Saturday 11th June 2005 a date for your children's social calendar - two Primary school events - 'Fairy Tale Ball' years K to Year 2 from 4pm to 6pm and 'Saturday Night Fever' Years 3 to 6 from 6.30pm to 9pm to be held at the International School, everyone in the community is welcome to come along and have some fun.  More details to follows.

26th, ISB PTA will be holding an end of school year grand car boot sale on Sunday 26th June 2005
7.00AM - 11.00AM at the ISB school car park, Jalan Berakas.  Car spaces cost $20. Further details and bookings from the ISB canteen or call 8895481

Bulletin Board

Notice to New Zealand Citizens
Kia ora katoa
ANZAC Day Commemoration
The High Commission ' s Second Secretary, Richard Prendergast will travel to Brunei to attend the ANZAC Day service there.  Full details of the commemoration will be passed on to Kiwis resident in Brunei shortly.
New Zealand Election Year
A general election is due to be held in New Zealand later this year.  To check whether you are a registered voter, and for information on how to register as a voter in order to cast a ballot overseas, please go to: www.elections.govt.nz
Travel Advisories
Updated travel advice has recently been issued for Indonesia, Thailand, India and a number of other countries.  Travel advice issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is available at: www.mfat.govt.nz
Website of the New Zealand High Commission, Malaysia   
Finally, a reminder that the High Commission in Malaysia maintains its own website at: www.nzembassy.com/malaysia
The site contains news of interest to New Zealand residents in Malaysia and Brunei, as well as many useful links.   You may also register or update your contact details with the High Commission online through the above homepage.

Spanish-Speaking Group
We are a group of Spanish-speakers (both native and non-native speakers) who gather together once a month (usually the last Saturday of every month) to socialize and converse in Spanish. Anyone who speaks Spanish is welcome to join our group. For further information and details, please contact jbk@brunet.bn .

Need a venue for your club or society ? Want to host lots of people.  The Loan Service Community Centre at Berakas camp could be just the place.  There is a small hall with adjoining lounge area. A Hi Fi unit provides the music.  For more information contact Capt Matt Alcock on 2390580 or alcock@brunet.bn

Learn Something New!

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PICASSO PLAY is back and bigger and better, than before! This arts and crafts programme is designed for children two – three years old with one parent or caregiver. Sessions are now two hours long with a total of 16 fun art projects to enjoy. Children ideally will have completed Picasso Play 1 to participate.
Your toddler's curiosity will continue to grow! Children further develop their creative skills through storytelling, creative movement, games, role playing, songs, and visual art activities using a wide range of art materials and techniques.
Picasso Play 2 will concentrate on the secondary colours, green, orange and purple, as well as the colour, pink.
(Maximum 5 students)
*As children all develop at their own pace, parents must determine if their child can remain focussed for the session. Adult participation is encouraged during music and drama.
Information session: 9:30 a.m. Saturday 2nd April
Dates: 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th April or 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th April
Days: Fridays or Saturdays
Schedule: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Duration: 4 weeks
Cost: $80
Basic art materials and a small snack will be provided. Please advise of any food allergies or special needs prior to making a booking. To register, please e-mail Cynthia on chicban@brunet.bn or phone 2787898.

Pilates for beginners:  Introduction to Matwork
mon and wed, 5.30 pm
Muhibah I room, RBA club
Level 1 Matwork:  (class full)
BYO mat, towel, socks.  Non members are welcome!
Call or sms 8874111 for inquiries/private sessions/
semi private or group sessions.

For Sale

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Krystal Decoder with CARD and REMOTE control , get News, Sports, Movies, Natural History, Comedy, Music and Cartoon Channels for only $70
Wooden Double Bed : spotlessly CLEAN and comfortable mattress, hardly used, + 2 wooden bedside cabinets – all in BSB area: $100 for the lot for Bed = $60, Cabinet $25 each.
Phone/text 8867280

for sale............. please call 2411194 or 8611301 to view items
teak carved mirror $250  NOW $200
large  balineses vase/urn pottery $200 NOW $140
household items, clothes, plants etc.........from $1
beauty therapy/massage table  $150 NOW $60
EVERYTHING MUST GO.......

Yap Jack – Make calls to most Western countries for under 10cents per minute. No computer needed. Simply connect the jack to your phone, purchase prepaid calling cards and make international calls. UK = 4c, Aust = 6c, NZ = 7c, US = 3c, per minute. Unit price; $125. Ph 8822294

Child's Car Seat - High back , s uitable for 2-4 year old. $25.
Ph 8822294

Looking for a reliable budget/second car? I have a 1983 Toyota Corolla for sale. This car is in excellent condition. The engine has only 105,000 on the clock and burns no oil. It has a new air conditioning unit installed, new tyres, road tax plus insurance until February 2006. The interior is very tidy and it has front seat belts. I have used it for 3 years and it has cost me next to nothing apart from general servicing. Price: $2500 firm. Please call 8822294 to view.

Toyota Corolla Saloon 1983
red , well maintained and very reliable, excellent engine, 4 new tyres ,
road tax till July , ex-pat owner
B$2300, available now
Contact 2338217 / 8859867

For Sale
Sony Trinitron TV +decoder+Crystal card valid to December     $350
Freezer   $150
Bar + bar fridge+stools+accoutrements $350
Pictures \ framed posters   $20 -$30
Plants $5 -$15
Shelves \ desks   $15- $30
Phone 2451603 \ 8894781

CAR FOR SALE - BSB
(Immediate sale)
Toyota Camry 2000cc
3 years Old
Dark Blue
Fully Automatic
Excellent Condition
Registered in 2002 January
Female Driver
Only 46000 + KM
B$ 30,000
Please contact - 875 75 11

Household items for sale, Jalan Muara area
1 Carpet , app 3.5 x 3.5 m, grey-blue + cream pattern. $230
2 TV/stereo/video cabinet, 125 cm wide x 120 cm high. Attractive design, solid construction. $150
3 Desk , 1.40 cm wide x 75 cm deep. Light grey vinyl surface, dark grey trim. Three drawers. $150 Adjustable office chair free with desk
4 VCR , Panasonic. Little used. $150
5 Krystal decoder, with card. $100
6 CD/cassette player , JVC. Portable, with AM/FM radio. $100
7 Printer , HP DeskJet 950C. $80
8 External Zip drive, Iomega, parallel port, 250 MB, with three disks. $60
9 Exercise bike , Kettler, with LCD display for pulse, etc. $350
10 Juicer , Philips. $25
11 Toaster , with fitted cover to keep out dust, etc. $20
12 Saucepans , Kinox, stainless steel, glass lids. Set of three. $50
13 Frying pans , 2 non-stick, medium + large, new condition. $25
14 Briefcase , dark brown with combination lock. $20
15 Step ladder , aluminium. $30
16 Car jack . $15
17 Car mats , set of 4, dark grey. $15
18 Garden fork and spade. $20
19 Plant pots , with/without contents. $5-$10
20 Posters , framed but no glass. Australian scenes/art. $20-30
21 Magazines , back numbers of BBC Music Magazine, not complete sets Free
Tel Michael, 2333963 (home) or 2222055, ext 252 (office).
Email  michaelc@brunet.bn for photos if required.

Toyota Corolla Saloon 1983
red, well maintained and very reliable, excellent engine, 4 new tyres,
road tax till July , ex-pat owner
B$2 0 00, available now
Contact 2338217 / 8859867

Hyundai Accent 1.5 GLS Auto 1995 Model
Teal Green, Sedan, Air Con., Radio, 122,000kms,
Very Good Condition, Clean interior, Well Maintained & reliable Car,
Road tax till Oct 2005. Ex Pat Owner.
$ 4000 O.N.O Available NOW.
Ph 8613337

Daewoo Racer II 1.5 GLE Auto 1995 Model
Silver Metallic, Sedan , Air Con., Radio, 150,000kms,
Good Condition, Well Maintained,
Road tax till Nov 2005. Ex Pat Owner.
$ 3000 O.N.O Available NOW.
Ph 8613337

For Sale
Akira 21” Colour TV $200
MEC Evercool fridge 3 yrs old GC $400
Ph 8613337

Toyota Picnic (Dec 1997)
1998cc Petrol Engine, 5 doors, 7 seats,
regularly maintained and in excellent condition. An ideal family car. Insured to April 2006. Used as a second car and not now needed.
Offers around B$15500.
Contact Chris or Caroline, phone 2650321 evenings, or leave a message during the day.

MAZDA MX5
2 seater, soft top
Metallic silver
Excellent condition - not modified
1995 model, manual gearbox, flip up lights
1.8 litre engine
Low mileage — 93,000km
Price : $19,500 o.n.o.
Phone or sms Allan – 8723702

For Sale
Riding Hat, size 7 (good condition)  -  $38
Black Riding Boots, size 5 (good condition)  -  $35
Mothercare child bed guard  -  $25
V-Tech Smart Keys, Kids 1st Computer Keyboard  -  $45
Blackboard (stand-up type, 2-sided) - $18
Assorted puzzles & games (3 - 6 years)
Phone or sms : 8723736

For Sale
SUZUKI VITARA 3 door, 4WD, excellent condition, low mileage, road tax till oct 2005 - B$ 9500 (ono)
PANASONIC LD player, model LX-K770 (made in Japan ) with karaoke - B$ 350 (ono) 
SONY handycam - model CCD-TR 303E (made in Japan ) c/w charger and battery (as is condition) - B$ 250 
SEHAT dispenser (ceramic jar c/w stand) - B$ 75 
Sparingly used EVENFLO' adjustable child seat - B$ 125 
Sparingly used EVENFLO' child seat - B$ 50 
NIKON F601 auto focus camera c/w 28 - 80 & 28 - 200mm zoom lens, manual and carry case - B$ 700 
MONDEO' electrolux vacuum cleaner - B$ 130 
PANASONIC (made in Japan ) VCR - B$ 180  
Baby cot c/w mattress & pillows sparingly used - B$ 50  
HP 5L laser printer - B$ 90  
USR 56K external fax/voice modem - B$ 75
IOMEGA external CD-RW 52x24x52 (almost new) - B$ 175   
CULLMANN tripod for camera - B$ 130
SONY cordless phone (almost new) - B$ 90
KRISTAL decoder with one month's subscription - B$ 125
Please Contact Barry on 2334524/2420782/8712889

For Sale    
Pool Vacuum Cleaner Questa Min-i-vac  (self-driving, ideal for round or oval pools)    B$ 300
Gazebo green   B$30
Garden Table with 4 chairs (white)   B$ 50
Deckchair white    B$ 50
Dryer Fisher & Paykel   B$ 200
Motorbike for kids   B$ 30
Car for kids  B$ 40
Tricycle    B$ 50
BBQ   B$ 30
Toddler car  B$ 20
Lots of plants
Call Helga    8612 571

Mitsubishi Pajero Silver, High Roof, Model Year 1995, Only Expat-owned, excellent condition, perfectly maintained, insurance until Sept. 05 11.000,- (neg.) call Peter 8730060

For Sale - 3336404
Lots of stuff for sale including the following:
Wooden PlayPen/Cot
Wooden playpen on castors (which could be removed if you wished)
$150
Activity Centre 1
Much safer than a walker and tons of fun. Baby sits in the middle and can bounce and swivel around. Use from when your baby can sit up until they can walk well. $50
Activity Centre 2
$30
Ride-On Turtle
A little ride-on turtle
$20
Travel Cot
'Cumfi' Travel cot - use as a cot or playpen. Fold up easily. Great for taking on holiday or even visiting friends or family who may not be set up for having young kids around.
$90
Roller Coaster
Really great fun, especially down a corridor!
$150
Child Car Seats
A range of car seats (more than shown) from birth to about 6 years old
$30 - $130
3 Kiddie Armchairs
Blue PVC Upholstery
$90 set
Globe Shelves
Fun shelves for displaying small items - Brand new (still in box) from Lakeland Limited in the UK . $70
Wood Magazine Rack
$65
Barrister Bookshelves
Glass fronted bookshelves
$130
Papasan Chair
6ft across
$130
Rattan Shelf Unit
About 6 ft high with rounded top
$130
Rattan Swivel Chair
Swivelling armchair, rounded shape, bucket seat
$130
Mountains of new and second-hand books
Baby Changing Unit- chest of drawers
Fantastic chest of drawers with a fill top baby-changing unit on top. The extra wide changing table means you can change your baby ‘head-on' rather than sideways. It then flips up out of the way. Price includes an extra wide luxury changing mat. Once you have outgrown the need for the changing table you can detach the top and have a great chest of drawers.
$220
Tug Boat Sand Pit
Great sand-pit that looks like a Tug Boat
$250
Krystal Decoder and card
nothing left on the card
$120
Dishwasher
Even your amah has got better things to do than wash dishes!
$290
Call 3336404 or email nowers@brunet.bn
See www.jungle-drum.com/forsale1.htm
and www.jungle-drum.com/forsale2.htm

Hyundai Elantra 1.6 GLS
166K Kms  Regularly serviced.  Tax / Insurance Jul 05 
Ideal second car.   Available immediately
B$ 5000
Tel 3333642 (H)  8788071 (M)

Wanted

Speech Therapist. 
I have a 2 year who is a little slow with her word development.  Anyone who can help or knows of an English speaking therapist please contact Lisa on 8653780.

WANTED
Second hand child bike.  Any condition considered.  Prefere 20 inch wheel size. 2390580  or alcock@brunet.bn

Sewing machine
to borrow /buy
Phone Rachel 8644533

German Language Teacher
Looking for a teacher who is available to teach my kids 5yrs and 8yrs old for once or twice a week in BSB.
Please contact 8636678

ACCOMMODATION IN DURHAM, UK
Am looking for furnished accommodation for 2 people in Durham, UK, for
approximately 6 weeks in October/November 2005, and then again for
about 5 months May/September 2006.  Does anyone have any suggestions, or
have a contact who does, or know of someone who might be interested in
other arrangements (eg. swap of house in Australia, or use of place
here)?   Any ideas or leads welcome.   Please contact:  
petaoverseas@yahoo.com.au         with thanks.

An 'old fashioned wooden baby playpen'.
Needed to stand on floor and safely enclose new baby's basinette in order to prevent 'big sister' from getting at him!! Please email vikhird62@yahoo.com.au if you have a suitable baby playpen for sale.

Pets Available/Wanted

3 Kittens,  1 black & white, 2 smokey/dark grey 7 weeks old, hand raised so lovely natures. house trained, innoculated, dewormed. Free to good homes. Please ph. 888 2848

Bella looking for a new home.
We have to move and need to find a new home for our dogs.
Bella is a four year old bitch, spayed and fully vaccinated. She is very affectionate and just loves to have her ears scratched.  Bella will also ensure that strangers do not visit your house when you don't wan to.
If you can give Bella a new home please call on 3 333 613 or on mobile 8777132

Happy looking for a new home.
We have to move and need to find a new home for our dogs.
Happy is a three year old bitch, spayed and fully vaccinated. She is our teenage son's favourite dog and is very playful.
If you can give Happy a new home please call on 3 333 613 or on mobile 8777132

Honey looking for a new home.
We have to move and need to find a new home for our dogs.
Honey is a four year old bitch, spayed and fully vaccinated. She is very gentle and a favourite with young children. Honey has a lovely character and will be perfect for any young family.
If you can give Honey a new home please call on 3 333 613 or on mobile 8777132

Amah Available

Adverts must be placed by someone prepared to give a reference (your contact details must therefore be included) and will have to be resubmitted each week. Please mention if there is a location preference.

amah available from 2nd april........... Juvi has worked for us for 1 year, she is very efficient and thorough in the house, and takes much time and care with our young son.  Juvi is available part time or full time, but does not require a live in position........pls call debbie on 8611301 for further information 

Part-time Amah Available
Loida has worked for us since 1998, and has lived in Brunei for many years. She is extremely honest, trustworthy and reliable. Loida uses her initiative and can work unsupervised.  Loida is available to work one day a week, on a Thursday.
Ph 8675557 or email me at turnerjm@brunet.bn

Full-time Amah Available
Vicky is extremely hard working, honest and reliable.  She has worked for us for 6 months and we have been extremely happy with her work.  We have 3 children under the age of 4 who really love her and will miss her.  She has had responsibility for the house and garden both inside and out.  Vicky is a very good cook. She is self motivated and shows initiative.  Vicky would like a full time live in position around the BSB area.  Ring Teresa/Matt on 2390580 mob 8616891 alcock@brunet.bn replies can be sent to alcock@brunet.bn or alcock@madasafish.com

Amah available - BSB
Ruby has been the perfect Amah for our family. Not only has she taken care of our house, garden and the pool, she also cooks wonderful Thai dishes, bakes the thinnest pancakes for the boys and finds her own recipes. She also does some shopping (fish and fresh vegetables) for us. Best of all, our kids (3 and 6 years old) love her! Phone 2451197 or 8612571 Helga, Phone 8808269  Ruby

Amah Available
Nelma has been employed by us since September 2002 and has lived in Brunei for many years. She has established and taken care of a large garden and our house was always well looked after and clean. She also took good care of our cat whenever we were away. Nelma uses her initiative and can work unsupervised, she is very honest and trustworthy. She did not have to cook for us but would be willing to do so. Her English is good and she shows an ability to learn quickly. Available from July 2005 / BSB as we are leaving Brunei . Please phone Claudia if you are interested on 2225547 or 8889245

Amah available from end of March.
Melly has lived in Brunei for over ten years and has been with me since October 2002. She has always been very good with my son who is now 11. Melly is both honest and trustworthy and works hard. Please call Melly at 2333680 Reference available from Karen 2333680

My part time amah is looking for more part time work.
Though only with me for the past six months, I refer her as quite
steadfast and reliable.
The house remains immaculate and the garden has blossomed!
Call me on 2 331 421, or you may call her directly: Virginia E. Pia 
880 9864.

EXCELLENT Amah available
PART TIME - Panaga Camp Area, Seria
Available Weekday afternoons, Saturday Afternoons
Call Peter on 8862553

Amah/Driver Wanted

Amah Wanted urgently
Looking for a Filipino amah- can stay in . Jerudong Park area.
Work responsibilities include taking  care of 5 year old child and house work.
Interested please contact urgently - 875 75 11 (any time)  

We are looking for a full time amah. We are keen to hear from employers willing to recommend their amah who maybe about to seek new employment or who has recently left their employment. We need a friendly honest person who can cook, manage the home and above all relate to children. If you are able to personally vouch for someone with these attributes then give me a call on 8822294. Employers only please.

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Last But Not Least!

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