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📢 The Weekly Wrap – 22 August 2025 1) #ICYMI: National Day Rally 2025 🇸🇬 Catch some of the key highlights of PM Lawrence Wong's National Day Rally speech on shaping the next chapter of our Singapore Story—beyond SG60. 🔗 Read more: instagram.com/p/DNfq5SMSleR 2) Vaping is ILLEGAL and more dangerous than you think ❌ Take a stand against vaping. Know the facts, know the risks. Bin it and quit now. 🔗 www.gov.sg/stopvaping 3) What if you could meet your future self? 🤔 Step right into the future at the SG60 Heart&Soul Experience! ✨ Discover what tomorrow's Singapore could look like through immersive and interactive stories, personalised just for you! 🗓️ 26 Aug to 31 Dec 2025 📍 Orchard Library 🎟️ Admission is FREE 🔗 Get your tickets now: heartandsoul.gov.sg

Vaping causes serious damage to the heart, lungs and other vital organs. In severe cases, vaping can kill. Stop vaping before it is too late. For now, persons who come forward to seek help or bin their e-vaporisers will not face any penalties for doing so. For more information: go.gov.sg/stopvaping-socials

1 in 3 vapes contain etomidate, which is addictive and should only be used by licensed medical professionals. Once etomidate is listed as a Class C drug under the Misuse of Drug Act, those who use drug-laced vapes will face stiffer penalties including jail sentences. For now, persons who come forward to seek help or bin their e-vaporisers will not face any penalties for doing so. For more information: go.gov.sg/stopvaping-socials

1 in 3 vapes contain etomidate, which is addictive and should only be used by licensed medical professionals. Once etomidate is listed as a Class C drug under the Misuse of Drug Act, those who use drug-laced vapes will face stiffer penalties including jail sentences. For now, persons who come forward to seek help or bin their e-vaporisers will not face any penalties for doing so. For more information: go.gov.sg/stopvaping-socials

Vaping is illegal. Dangerous substances such as etomidate can be added into e-vaporisers and pose serious harms to users. For now, persons who come forward to seek help or bin their e-vaporisers will not face any penalties for doing so. For more information: go.gov.sg/stopvaping-socials

Missed the National Day Rally? Here are some key excerpts from Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s speech on shaping the next chapter of our Singapore Story – beyond SG60. 🔽 #NDR2025

📢 The Weekly Wrap – 15 August 2025 1) Tune into the National Day Rally (NDR) this Sunday 🇸🇬 Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will deliver his NDR speech on 17 Aug. Tune in live at 6.45pm on TV and radio stations, or watch it on Prime Minister’s Office’s YouTube channel.   🔗 Watch it live here: https://www.youtube.com/pmosingapore   2) What do you want to see in your future ‘hood? Look around – what do YOU want to see being built? Let your imagination run free! Need some inspo? Watch this: https://instagram.com/p/DNW-XTZKWj-/   👉 Share your ideas for the URA Draft Master Plan 2025: https://www.uradraftmasterplan.gov.sg/feedback   3) #ICYMI Meeting your housing needs! From building more BTO flats faster to upgrading older HDB estates, here’s how the Government is keeping public housing affordable and accessible for you: https://instagram.com/p/DNK56V2qk9Q/

📢 The Weekly Wrap – 8 August 2025 Economic Strategy Review (ESR): A Quick Guide The Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT) identified five key areas to strengthen our economy and create new opportunities for businesses and workers. A report with key recommendations will be published in mid-2026. 🔗 More info: go.gov.sg/tww-esr Happy SG60, Singapore 🇸🇬 ✨ Join the celebrations at 5 FREE spots around Marina Bay: go.gov.sg/tww-bay-celebrations 👀 Monitor real-time crowds at Marina Bay: go.gov.sg/crowd-at-marina-bay 💬 Send Singapore your 💓 here: go.gov.sg/tww-faces-of-sg

#YouKnoworNot As the Singapore Botanic Gardens celebrates 10 years of UNESCO World Heritage Site inscription, here are some cool facts you (probably) didn’t know about this green gem. ⬆️ 👉 Plan your visit: go.gov.sg/celebrating-sbg 

📢 The Weekly Wrap – 1 August 2025 1) #ICYMI Stiffer penalties for those who import, sell or distribute etomidate-laced vapes Etomidate will be listed as a Class C drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act as an interim measure to enable tougher enforcement measures. Visit go.gov.sg/bin-vapes to locate the nearest e-vaporisers bin. 2) Last weekend for Together, for Better roadshow! Catch us at our last roadshow to learn more about Forward SG measures this weekend! Stand to win vouchers and exclusive giveaways! 📍Bishan Junction 8, Atrium Level 2 📆 2-3 August, 11am – 8pm Find out more: togetherforbetter.gov.sg/events-and-roadshow 3) What would you do when terror strikes? Catch our local influencers spring into action in a terror simulation in SGSecure’s new web series! 🔗 Watch Ep 1 here: https://go.gov.sg/whatwouldyoudowhenterrorstrikesyt

📢 The Weekly Wrap – 25 July 2025 1) Where can you use your SG60 vouchers?🇸🇬 Step 1: Eligible Singaporeans can now claim your vouchers at go.gov.sg/sg60v Step 2: Find out where you can use them here: go.gov.sg/sg60voucher 2) Get a head start in your job hunt era Need some support in finding the right job match after graduation? Or maybe you’re just looking for some career advice? Make 🔗 CareerHealth.sg the next stop in your job search and take the quiz for useful career advice! 3) #ICYMI Better Support for Families to Live Closer HDB’s Family Care Scheme (Proximity) takes effect from July 2025’s Sales Exercise, supporting parents and children with priority access when applying for a new flat to live with or near each other. 🔗 Find out more at go.gov.sg/hdb-priority-schemes-fb

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[Sent by gov.sg – 22 July 2025] 🇸🇬 SG60 Vouchers are here! 🇸🇬 All eligible Singaporeans can now claim their SG60 vouchers! Aged 21 to 59 (born 1966 – 2004): $600 🍜 $300 at heartland merchants & hawkers 🛒 $300 at supermarkets Aged 60 and above (born in 1965 or earlier): $800 🍜 $400 at heartland merchants & hawkers 🛒 $400 at supermarkets ✅️ Use them at over 23,000 participating locations that accept CDC Vouchers Claiming your SG60 Vouchers is easy: ➡️ Visit go.gov.sg/sg60v and login with your Singpass ➡️ You’ll receive an SMS with a personalised voucher link from gov.sg Sender ID ➡️ Check where to spend: go.gov.sg/sg60voucher 🗓️ Vouchers are valid till 31 Dec 2026 ❗ Beware of scams! No banking information or financial transactions are required to claim the vouchers. Call the 24/7 ScamShield Helpline at 1799 if you are unsure if something is a scam. Visit www.police.gov.sg/i-witness or call 1800 255 0000 if you suspect a scam. 🔗 More info: vouchers.sg60.gov.sg

📢 The Weekly Wrap – 18 July 2025 1) New grant to support businesses 💼 The Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT) announced the Business Adaptation Grant to help eligible Singapore companies adapt to the new tariff environment. 🔗 Learn more: www.instagram.com/p/DMJ4tj6Bt2w/?img_index=1 2) Planning for life’s what-ifs 🫂 Kickstart your legacy planning at the Legacy Planning Roadshow to safeguard your family’s future. Expect expert panels, interactive booths, 1-to-1 consultations, and celebrity guests! 📍Heartbeat@Bedok 🗓️ 19 & 20 July, 10am – 6pm 🔗 Find out more: go.gov.sg/mylegacyplan-event 3) What will your future Singapore look like? 🇸🇬 Peek into Singapore's future at the Draft Master Plan 2025 Exhibition - from bringing essentials closer to home to weaving nature and heritage into our neighbourhoods. 📍The URA Centre 🗓️ Now to 29 November 🔗 Find out more about the SG60 signature event: go.gov.sg/URADraftMasterPlan

📢 The Weekly Wrap – 11 July 2025 Youth event of the year is HERE – #SG60 #ItsGivingFest this weekend! 🙌 2 days of music, games & good vibes – all for a great cause. 12 & 13 July 11am – 9.30pm @ *SCAPE Free entry – don’t miss it! 👉 More info: itsgivingfest.sg Supporting businesses, workers & fresh graduates Amid global economic uncertainties, the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT) has announced a new grant for businesses and expanded career guidance services for jobseekers. 👉 Check out the support measures: go.gov.sg/SERT-update Make Career Health your priority Explore the new Career Health SG website – your one-stop portal to upskill and grow your career. Key features include: • AI career coach • Personalised careers & skills passport • Expert career advice & industry insights 👉 Check your career health now: go.gov.sg/careerhealth

We're getting close to THE youth event of the year — and you won’t want to miss it! 🔥 It's Giving Fest is happening on 12 & 13 July at *SCAPE, and it's all about music, games, and good vibes — all for a great cause. 🎤 Catch electrifying performances by your favourite homegrown stars like Benjamin Kheng, Shye and Shazza, and more! 🎨 Share your hopes and aspirations for Singapore at the interactive Digital Tapestry. 🤩 Team up with local celebs in our celebrity telematch and battle it out in fun challenges. 💥 Local stars will also put their personal items up for grabs — all proceeds go to SGSHARE, so don't miss this charity auction! 🎮 More fun with a flea market, busking performances or even meet your favourite characters at our cosplay gathering! 🎁 If you're lucky, you may even walk away with an iPad from our lucky draw! 🗓️ 12 & 13 July 📍 *SCAPE ⏰ 11AM - 9.30PM 🌐 itsgivingfest.sg See you soon 👋🏻

Who said writing letters should only be reserved for loved ones?  Check out how Hey, You Got Mail spreads love and joy in the community one letter at a time: https://instagram.com/p/DL1JPcNpqwH/?utm_source=qr 🎶   Find out how you too can give back by contributing to SGSHARE this SG60 at go.gov.sg/sg60-sgshare. #SG60 #SGSHARE