Gibraltar: Weekly Storytelling at the Library

Storytelling returns to the John Mackintosh Hall Library - every Thursday at 4.30pm.

Join them for a fun-filled session of stories, imagination and adventure. This free event is a wonderful way to inspire a love of reading and creativity. Book your place - see poster for contact details.

As an MOD resident you can join the library and take away books immediately - all you will need is your MOD badge and to fill in a short form. The library is at the far end of Main Street, beyond the Convent and beside Gibraltar International Bank.

Gibraltar: Europa Point Trinity Lighthouse opens to the public

Europa Point Trinity Lighthouse, one of Gibraltar’s most distinctive historic landmarks, has officially opened its doors to the public, offering visitors the opportunity to discover the history and significance of one of Gibraltar’s most strategically positioned sites.

Built in 1841, the lighthouse was vested in Trinity House by an Act of Parliament of 1838. It is the only Trinity Lighthouse located outside the British Isles and is the southernmost Trinity Lighthouse, standing at the entrance to the Strait of Gibraltar, the gateway between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. Its position provides a remarkable vantage point of one of the world’s most historically significant maritime routes, through which more than 300 ships navigate each day.

The opening marks an important addition to Gibraltar’s tourism offering, allowing visitors to experience the lighthouse and its surroundings while gaining a deeper understanding of Gibraltar’s maritime heritage and its enduring strategic importance.

Link to the booking site: www.gibraltarlighthouse.com

Brunssum: Oktoberfeest Sittard - October 2026

Oktoberfest Sittard is among the largest Oktoberfests in the Benelux, that has a large area with five pavilions varying in character, including a large funfair. 2026 Oktoberfest Sittard is on from Friday 16th October to Wednesday 21st October.

There are free entry options along with paid for options for certain shows.

The combination of old traditions and a social atmosphere makes for a festival for all ages, with something for everyone.

Find out the where, when and what via the 2026 Oktoberfeest Sittard website

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Career Transition Partnership: Upcoming Employment Fairs – Bournemouth on 24 Sept and Belfast on 14 Oct

CTP Employment Fairs are open to Service leavers, Veterans, Reservists, partners and spouses.

Service leavers, recent veterans and Reservists: To find out more and to reserve a place, please visit the website here.

Veterans who discharged more than 2 years ago and family members: Register via email to CTP.events@reed.com

Alternatively register via the Forces Employment Charity (FEC): Link and click 'REGISTER' from the menu.

Remaining 2026 CTP Employment Fair dates are:

Cardiff - 5 Nov

Telford - 19 Nov

BRUNEI: Liang Lumut Recreation Club - Santai Night Market 24th - 27th September 2026, 4 - 10 PM @ Jalan Pantai Lumut

We running it back like we used to back in February, same style same landscape in the weekend. support our locals & for the bonus support our facilities, grab the opportunity with our promotion & good food from 24th to 27th September, 4pm to 10pm.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: AWS Community Support Activities - What's On in BFB...

AWS CS Monthly Calendar

BRUNEI: SSAFA Kids Drawing Competition - Deadline: Wednesday, 30th September 2026

BFB Children’s Drawing Competition

SSAFA are excited to announce a Children’s Drawing Competition! 🎨

We are looking for young artists to create artwork for the front cover of the upcoming BFB 2027 Calendar.

🖌️ Theme: “Our BFB Community”

We want to see what makes our BFB Community Special — so get creative and show us what our community means to you!

The competition is open to all BFB children.

📐 Artwork: A4 landscape
📅 Deadline: 30th September
📍 Submit entries to: HIVE Offices at Mumong or CCCC

We can’t wait to see all your wonderful artwork! 🌟

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: BFSWS - Safeguarding Course Dates

BFSWS(O) is now offering face-to-face Safeguarding courses:

Anyone interested can drop me an email on:rachana.poudel@forcessocialwork.com

(L2 is designed for a person who has contact with children, young people or vulnerable adults in their working environment including voluntary work.)

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: BFPO - Temporary Closure 15th - 21st September 2026 and General Accounting Rate (GAR) for September 2026

Exchange Rate:

September - £1.00 = $1.7300

Normal Opening Hours:

TEMPORARY CLOSURE FOR BRITISH FORCES POST OFFICE

1. The British Forces Brunei (BFPO 11) located in Chit Chat Community Centre will be closed from 15 to 21 September 2026 because all Post Office staff will be attending mandatory career courses in the UK.

2. Normal service will resume on Tuesday 22 September 2026.

BRUNEI: DIO(B) - Network Outage Due to Planned Power Outage and Scheduled Work for October

DIO Scheduled Work - October

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 during office hours.

NETWORK OUTAGE DUE TO DIO PLANNED POWER OUTAGE

1. Please take note of the following:

2. For any G6 matters, please contact below:

a. BST Service Desk - Your BFB SPOC 24/7.
b. Military number - 94193 3333 / 3210.
c. Civilian number - 00673 3224101 (Ext).
d. Email Address - Bruneigar-BST-mailbox@mod.gov.uk