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🤔 Wondering how to keep costs low when setting up a new home? Let’s hear from DIY reno enthusiasts, Izwan and Nadirah, for their cost-saving tips! ➡️ For more information about $300 Climate Vouchers to purchase energy- and water-efficient products, visit go.gov.sg/climatevouchers. #YouKnowOrNot #DIYHomeRenovation #DIYHomeDecor  Drop us a 👍 or 🤩 if you like their tips!

📢 The Weekly Wrap - 17 May 2024 1️⃣ Swearing-in Ceremony #ICYMI Prime Minister Lawrence Wong called on Singaporeans to join him and his team in taking Singapore forward together. For more: go.gov.sg/pmwong-swearing-in 2️⃣ Clarification on unrealistic $2million HDB flat listings These listings in Sengkang and Toa Payoh recently made the news. They are unrealistic listings that exceeded recent transacted prices. Find out more: go.gov.sg/clarifications-2million-hdbflatlistings 3️⃣ #PSA Today marks Drug Victims Remembrance Day 🕯 From this year, Singapore will designate every third Friday of May as Drug Victims Remembrance Day to remind ourselves of the harm, hurt and trauma that families and loved ones of drug abusers go through. Head down to Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza this weekend to participate. Find out more: go.gov.sg/drugvictimsremembranceday

Singapore has voted in favour of a resolution at the United Nations General Assembly that expresses support for the admission of Palestine as a UN member. Find out why ⬆️ #GovsgExplains

Mr Lawrence Wong has been sworn in as Singapore’s fourth Prime Minister. For more on how he is taking Singapore forward: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTeXKW3GFSM

#RealOrNot: $2 million HDB flat listings in Sengkang and Toa Payoh recently made the news. These are unrealistic listings that exceeded recent transacted prices in those areas. Read on for Government’s commitment to ensuring that public housing remains affordable ⬆️

#YouKnowOrNot Ever wondered how to lower your household water bills? Let's hear from professional plumber Zhong He for some cost-saving tips!  ➡️ You can request for a free Water Saver Pack from PUB at go.gov.sg/watersaverpack #SaveWaterSaveMoney #MakeEveryDropCount (Photos by Maven Potter) Drop us a 👍 or 🤩 if you like his tips!

Time to bring our mums and mother-figures out for a “mom-umental” celebration! Happy Mothers’ Day! P.S. We got a taste of AI-generated greetings and now we're craving more. Got any "punderful" greetings for your mums? Share them in the comments below! 😋

📢 The Weekly Wrap – 10 May 2024 1️⃣ Tripartite Guidelines on Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) Requests #ICYMI Juggling between work and family commitments? The set of Guidelines on flexi-place, flexi-time and flexi-load promotes an inclusive workplace. This will guide discussions between employers and employees. Find out more at go.gov.sg/wrap-fwa 2️⃣ Improvements to ERP 2.0 LTA has gathered feedback from early adopters, and made several improvements to the ERP 2.0 features and installation process to provide motorists with enhanced choice, convenience and safety. Find out more at go.gov.sg/wrap-erp 3️⃣ #PSA It’s Mother’s Day weekend ❤️ Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing mothers and mother-figures who have made a positive impact in our lives! Time to bring them out for a ‘mom-umental’ celebration!

At the recent May Day Rally, PM Lee spoke about the three fundamental principles that make Singapore work. Find out more ⬆️ #SocialCohesion #LongTermPlanning #PoliticalStabilityAndTrust

Singapore’s drug control policies have been effective in keeping us safe. Find out more about the approach and plans to strengthen it ⬆️

Rain or shine, hydration is always on our minds! Remember to drink up and get enough water daily, friends!

May the FOURS be with you! Unleash Your Energy-Saving Powers! Choose energy- and water-efficient household appliances with four ticks and claim your $300 Climate Vouchers, valid until 31 Dec 2027. Learn more and start saving today! go.gov.sg/climatevouchers *Note: Part of the visual was created using generative AI tools.

Managing work responsibilities amidst personal commitments? It’s a juggling act. There are three broad categories of Flexible Work Arrangements (FWAs) that can help working adults manage their work and family commitments and keep them in the workforce. The Tripartite Guidelines on Flexible Work Arrangement Requests will shape workplace norms and expectations around FWAs. Find out more at go.gov.sg/tgfwar. *Note: Part of the visuals were created using AI tools.

Turning 40 soon? Make the most of your $4,000 Credit to upskill as part of the new SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme! Check out over 7,000 courses on MySkillsFuture portal today: www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/level-up-programme

#ScamAlert Received messages with a phishing link to verify your eligibility for Budget 2024 disbursements? SMS messages sent by MOF will only inform citizens of their benefits and information will only be disseminated through official MOF channels. Learn tips on how to protect yourself and find out more here: https://go.gov.sg/spfb2024pr Infographics: MOF

#Doyouknow what are the #SGBudget2024 benefits you are getting in the next few months? Watch to find out more ⬆️ 👉 Check the estimated benefits you may receive: go.gov.sg/supportforyoucalculator Video: Ministry of Finance

📢 #ICYMI Are you a mid-career Singaporean aged 40 and above? Seize new upskilling opportunities to stay relevant in today’s evolving job market.   🔗 For more info: www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/level-up-programme Infographics: @skillsfuturesg

Join the Great Budget Meal Hunt and help our friends find delicious meals that are light on their wallets! ➡️ Just snap a picture of your budget finds and share it on go.gov.sg/gbmh-mcidigital 

A Heartfelt Celebration | Hari Raya 2024 It is a time to give, and a chance to make meaningful memories. Watch this family celebrate a heartfelt Hari Raya with their loved ones and others around them. #SelamatHariRaya Link to "A Heartfelt Celebration": go.gov.sg/aheartfeltcelebrationtg

Came across a ‘good’ deal online? Thinking of renting a car or taking a loan? Watch out for scams and here are some tips! ⬆️