Brunei: A Night at the BFB Charity Races - Friday 11th July 2025, 1700 - 2330 hrs @ Chit Chat Community Centre

*** “A NIGHT AT THE BFB CHARITY RACES” ***

Date: Friday 11 JULY 2025

Time: 1700-2330hrs

Place: Chit Chat Community Centre

What is Happening: A night of virtual Horse Racing fun! Not to mention Food and Drinks, as well as a Disco! Cash bar and Cash Bookies.

Who is Invited: All BFB Community Members (Military & Civilian) and Families. Children Welcome!

Cost: $10.00 per ticket (12 years old – Adult).

$5.00 (5-12 years old).

$Free (under 5’s).

All tickets include a free drink upon entry.

Additional Option - $50.00 for a table (including a free beer tower) – first come, first serve – high demand!

Food & Drink: Curry and Children’s food provided. Welcome drink included in ticket price, thereafter a cash only bar.

Tickets: Tickets will be first come, first serve - with a maximum capacity for 250 for the event. Tickets should be collected and paid for prior from either GST RAO Det (Medicina Lines) or RGR RAO Det (Tuker Lines). However, upon request can be collected at the door on the night. Anyone submitting an application and then failing to attend will be billed.

Dress: Males - Planters, Females - Cocktail/Smart

Transport: Transport/Shuttle will be provided from outlying areas (X1, X2, W3 and Medicina Lines), alternatively attendees may drive and park around the CCCC. PLEASE DO NOT DRINK & DRIVE!

Information/Contacts: Any questions, queries or concerns should be addressed to either SSgt Mimlal THAPA mimlal.thapa257@mod.gov.uk or SSgt Sagar Limbu sagar.limbu189@mod.gov.uk.

As BFB Summer Stand Down commences why not relax, unwind and have some fun with “A NIGHT AT THE BFB CHARITY RACES” – generating funds for the Garrison PRI, SSAFA and Gurkha Museum (Pokhara – Nepal).

SIGNUP: at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/VjYmamDB9p or using the QR code attached below.

Brunei: Gurkha Major 1 RGR / BFB TOW OUT PROGRAMME – Thursday 3rd July 2025 @ Guard Room, Tuker Lines

Gurkha Major’s tow out will take place on Thursday 3rd July 2025, in Tuker Lines. All BFB personnel (less those on essential duties), including families and Hornbill school staff, are invited to attend.

Context: A traditional farewell programme will be held to bid farewell to Major Jiwan Pun, the Gurkha Major 1 RGR / British Forces Brunei (BFB), and Mrs Pabi Pun on Thursday 3rd July 2025. This is a scale ‘A’ parade for 1 RGR service personnel and their spouses. Garrison Support Troops (GST) personnel are most welcome to attend the bespoke event.

For Mrs Pabi Pun’s farewell programme, BFB spouses will assemble to bid a final farewell from the BFB community in CCCC Main Hall. This attendance is applicable to BFB Spouses only. Please submit your response, via the below QR code or link, by 26 June 2025.

Farewell programme for Mrs Pabi Pun by the BFB families will take place at 0945 hrs at CCCC:

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Brunei: *Next* Pre - Departure Clinic - Wednesday, 02nd July 2025, 1000 - 1100 hrs @ Mumong HIVE Office

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COME ALONG! HIVE can offer support through your relocation

This session will cover the Good Conduct Certificate process, how to claim National Insurance Contribution credits, support whilst moving schools, plus much more - and a one stop checklist of things to add to your to do list before leaving British Forces Brunei!

 This is a drop in clinic, no appointment required

For further information: www.bruneihive.blogspot.com

Simply search the labels: Unit Move, Arms Plot Move to Kent or Relocation

Brunei: Important Dates: Regimental Accountant’s Office

IMPORTANT DATES : REGIMENTAL ACCOUNTANT’S OFFICE

1. In preparation for the Unit Move to UK, please see below for key dates of Regimental Accountant’s office to assist in advance planning. The office will be CLOSED with effect 25 June 2025 until Mid August 2025 for all businesses.

2. Mess Functions/Events: Any function/event scheduled during the period 25 June to Mid August 2025 are to plan ahead and take advances from the respective funds by COP 20 June 2025.

3. PRI Subs: All Coy PRI Subs until June 2025 to be submitted to Regimental Accountant by COP 20 June 2025.

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Brunei: DIO(B) - Scheduled Water Temperature Monitoring, Gas Safety Work – Phase 2 NG Decommission Work and Scheduled Work for June & July

DIO(B) SCHEDULED WATER TEMPERATURE MONITORING

1. In Order to Comply with the UK standard, DIO(B) DEL will be carrying out the scope of works as shown below:

a. Check temperature reading of hot and cold water at the very sentinel point.

b. Check chlorine level in water using site test kit.

c. Visual check and small adjustment of water heater.

d. To record water analysis

e. Duration of work will take 10 mins to 15 mins.

DIO (B) Gas Safety works – Phase 2 NG Decommission Work

1. We would appreciate if you be able to give access for allocated day as we are trying to meet the deadline as agree in term of holding the risk and to cut off whole Natural Gas Supply from the supplier and provide NG Free estate.

2. DIO (B) will undertake an estate wide in cooperate with Natural Gas (NG) Decommission by following work below:

• Replace gas cooker to electric cooker
• Replace gas water heater to electric water heater
• Provide power point for new electric cooker and electric water heater

3. New cooking utensils to be obtained from ASU Department.

4. Works to carry out for 2 days for each quarter. Occupant to cooperate and provide access for works to execute.

5. Utilities may be affected during the work but DIO contractors will try to minimise disruption.

6. To reschedule, please kindly contact DIO(B) Helpdesk by using one of the following means:

a. Phone number: 3224130 or military ext 3375

b. Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk during office hours.

DIO(B) Scheduled Work for July

DIO contractors will be carrying out inspection works as shown in the table below. Utilities may be affected during the work but DIO contractors will try to minimise disruption.
To reschedule, please kindly contact DIO(B) Helpdesk either via phone Calls Ext.3375 or 3224130 or Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk during office hours.

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DIO(B) Scheduled Work for June

DIO contractors will be carrying out LV Switchgear inspection works as shown in the table below. Utilities may be affected during the work but DIO contractors will try to minimise disruption.

To reschedule, please kindly contact DIO(B) Helpdesk either via phone Calls Ext.3375 or 3224130 or Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk during office hours.

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Road Works

This has been effective from 12 Jun 2025, the road section marked in the attached map (brake test road) will be temporarily closed for a duration of two weeks to facilitate urgent repair works on damaged manhole in the area. During this period, it is advised to use alternative route.

This closure is essential to ensure the safety of road users and to allow out maintenance team to carry out the works efficiently. Your understanding and support are greatly appreciated as we work to restore infra integrity.

Culvert Repair Works at H15 & H16

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DIO(B) contractor will be conducting repair works to a culvert at H15, located at the side of the road between Simpang 114 and 120 (Please see above for the site plan of the area). The works will be taking place from 5th May 2025 to 5th July 2025.

Before commencing the works, the work area by the side of the road will be sealed off and barricaded accordingly.

As the works are occurring next to a one-way road and is located directly opposite to Hornbill School, members of the school might experience some disruption to the flow of the traffic when the contractors are transferring materials for the works, which could lead to a potential temporary road blockage. However, the transporting process shouldn’t take very long and since the works are being conducted on the side of the road, any work related/traffic disruptions should be kept to a minimum.

Please contact the DIO(B) Helpdesk at 3224130/Ext 3375 if you have any issues or enquiries regarding the above works.

Planned renovation works at W2 – 60

As part of our agreed renovation programme, DIO(B) Contractor will start work at W2/60 for three months from next week. Please refrain from entering the construction site at all times. As a result of the work, surrounding occupants will experience construction related noise during working hours. Please contact the DIO(B) Helpdesk in the first instance for any issue relating to the proposed work. DIO(B) thanks you for your consideration in this matter.

Mon – Fri: 0800 – 1700
Sat: 1000 – 1700
Start date: 15 May 2025
Target completion date: 18 Aug 2025

DIO(B) Helpdesk 

Phone: Ext.3375 or 3224130 or 

Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrgBruHelpdesk@mod.uk 

Click HERE for information on Infrastructure Fault Reporting - DIO(B) Help Desk

Brunei: E-Health Arrival Declaration Form - for travellers arriving into Brunei

It is mandatory for travellers arriving into Brunei to fill in E-Health Arrival  Declaration Form within 3 days(including arrival day) before arriving in Brunei .

Please click HERE for the BruHealth Portal link.

Brunei: E-Arrival Card Declaration - for all foreign nationals arriving in Brunei

 

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The new E-Arrivals card should be completed by all foreign nationals arriving in Brunei. This applies to land and sea borders. This form is replacing the paper version 'form 19' 

Effective from 9th February 2023. 

To read full guidance on how to apply, click here.

NHS ‘Say You Served’: Why Declaring Your Military Affiliation Matters – For You and the Forces Community

Why Declaring Your Military Affiliation Matters – For You and the Forces Community

Whether you’re serving in the Armed Forces or supporting a loved one who is, one simple action can make a big difference: declaring your military connection when registering with your GP, local council, or other public services.

It may seem like a small tick in a box, but this information is crucial—not only for you and your family, but for the wider Armed Forces community.

Why It Matters for You

Declaring your military status ensures that you and your family can access the right services, at the right time. The NHS and local authorities recognise that the needs of serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and their families can differ from those of the general population—particularly around mobility, deployment, mental health, and continuity of care.

By identifying your military connection, healthcare professionals and service providers can take these unique circumstances into account. This could mean faster access to treatment (Dependent on personal circumstances), for a better understanding of your housing and educational needs during a posting or resettlement.

Increase to Early Years childcare funded hours for eligible working families assigned overseas

From September 2025 eligible working families assigned overseas will have access to up to 30 hours of funded Early Years childcare for their children aged from 9 months old.

Early Years funded childcare overseas.

To reflect the offer available in England, all families assigned overseas with children aged 3 to 4 years old, and 2-year-old children in receipt of additional government support, are entitled to 15 hours of funded childcare per week during term time (38 weeks per year).

Defence is expanding the childcare offer for working families assigned overseas with children aged 9 months to school starting age, to match the entitlement in England.

From September 2025 eligible working families can claim funding for up to 30 hours per week, per child aged 9 months old to school starting age, during term time (38 weeks per year).

This is an increase to the additional funded hours that became available in September 2024, in which 15 hours of Early Years childcare funding, per week, per child, during term time, became available for eligible working families with children aged 9 months to 3 years old.

For more information about the Early Years Childcare available in England, please go to Early Years childcare | Childcare Choices (GOV.UK).

Brunei: Local Car Hire Companies & Taxi Services

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1) AVIS KB email: aviskb201@gmail.com with your requirements. Long term hire available HERE.

2) Joseph - B&E Transportation Services - Tel: +673 8712009

3) PRI Vehicle hire - Tel: 673 833 0281

4) Jasra Car Rentals - Tel: +673 333 1664

DART Cars & Taxi Services 

Check out DART online (Brunei's version of Uber or Grab) and download the App. 

1) Robert's Taxi Service: + 673 8833182

2) V Trust Transport Service - 

• John - Tel: +673 8644932
• Mike - Tel: +673 8688893

3) Ramdhani Taxi Service: +673 3223670

4) Eren Dart Taxi: + 673 8882273