Description of Programme

The Japanese army invaded northwestern Singapore in February 1942 after conquering Malaya in just eight weeks. The defending Australian soldiers – as part of the multinational Allied army – were hugely outnumbered and more of them died in the fighting here than anywhere else in Malaya and Singapore during the war. Get an appreciation of the challenges faced by the military when operating in such terrain, as well as an understanding of the nature of war. Understand the importance of promoting a Culture of Remembrance in Singapore and recognise the soldiers and airmen who contributed to the war effort. Programme includes a Reflection Session at Kranji War Cemetery. Sites Covered a. Sarimbun Beach Heritage Marker b. Sky Greens (Drive-past) c. Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve (entry subject to availability) d. Kranji Reservoir Park – War Memorial Marker e. Kranji War Cemetery (entry subject to availability)

Learning Objective / Total Defence Pillars

1. Total Defence (Military)

2. Understand and appreciate the importance of terrain in military planning through the Allied defence plan for Singapore and the Japanese attack plan.

3. Learn the importance of having a strong SAF today to deter and prevent another human tragedy from occuring in modern day Singapore.

Duration

4 hrs

Session Timings

Session 1: 0830 – 1230hrs
Session 2: 1300 – 1700hrs

Pricing (per participant)

With transport - 1 coach & 1 facilitator
Min 20-25 pax: $43.00
26-31 pax: $34.00
32-38 pax: $28.00

Without transport - 1 facilitator
Min/Max 20 pax: $26.00

Terms and Conditions

Amendments
a. The units will be allowed to make a one-time amendment to their booking, to be communicated to JPL in writing at least ten working days before the conduct of the NE Activity.
b. If the units submit an amendment to their booking less than ten working days before the conduct of the NE Activity, they will be charged an amendment fee.

Absentees
a. JPL will charge the full amount per participant who is absent from the NE Activity without any valid reason.
b. The charges will be waived in full for absent participants with a valid reason subject to a maximum of 10 per cent of the agreed number of participants.
c. The following valid reasons for absenteeism are:
c.i. Submit a valid medical certificate or relevant medical documentation, or
c.ii. Furnish certain compelling reasons which are unrelated to work commitments, such as compassionate leave
d. Relevant documentation must be provided within 5 working days of the completion of the NE Activity.

Cancellation
a. In the event that units request cancellation of confirmed NE Activities, JPL may impose cancellation charges on these units, if a cancellation notice is not received (in writing) at least 10 working days prior to the confirmed date of the Activity. The cancellation clauses will be as follows:

Cancellation notice (No. of Working Days) before confirmed date of NE Activity and maximum cancellation charges:
Less than 10 working days' notice - 10% of total fees for all participants
Less than 2 working days' notice - 50% of total fess for all participants
Less than 1 working days' notice - 100% of total fees