Army HIVE Overseas Info: April 2026

Thursday, April 30, 2026

BRUNEI: Delivery and Takeaway Services

A number of restaurants around Kuala Belait and Seria offer delivery and takeaway services. These can be ordered on the Go Mamam app or directly from the restaurant.

Here's a list of some of the cafes and restaurants in Seria & Kuala Belait.

SERIA CAFES

Cafe Hopping

Address: No. 72A, Jalan Bunga Kenaga, Seria Brunei
Phone: Whatsapp +673 868 8592
Business Hours: Sunday - Thursday - 9am – 6pm
Friday 9am-12nn; 2pm - 7pm
IG: cafehopping_bn

Coffee Industry

Address: Unit G4. G/F, Lot 10 Jalan Sultan Omar Ali, Seria Brunei
Phone: +673 828 8590 / +673 322 8590
Business Hours: Tuesday – Sunday 9am – 6pm
Friday 9am - 12nn; 2pm – 6pm
IG: coffeeindustry.bn

Thinking Cup Cafe

Address: Unit G2, 10 Jalan Sultan Omar Ali, Seria Brunei
Phone: Whatsapp +673 899 8191
Business Hours: Friday - Closed

Saturday - Thursday 7am - 6pm

Sunday - 8am - 430pm

IG: thinkingcup.bn

Donkey Refuge, L'Oasis des Ânes is in Belgium, roughly a 40 minute drive from JFC Brunssum. The shelter is open on the first Sunday of the month from 2:00pm to 6:00pm

The sanctuary is open to the public and a guided tour of the refuge is organized every first Sunday of the month. This is when you can meet all the donkeys, explore the stables and pastures, and meet the volunteers. The oasis also has a small cafeteria where you can enjoy a cup of coffee or a soft drink while chatting. A small shop sells all sorts of donkey-related items, such as documentation, stickers, t-shirts, keychains, and much more.

The circus is in Heerlen from the 29th April to the 3rd May!

Award-winning circus artists from around the world bring their unique talents together in one unforgettable show. Check out the details and book your tickets here: https://magicalworldofcircus.com/

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Brunssum: Employment Opportunities Available at Brunssum

Employment Opportunities Available at Brunssum

The Global Support Organisation (GSO) are pleased to inform the eligible dependant community of a variety of current and forthcoming employment opportunities across multiple locations in the Netherlands.

We acknowledge that members of our community may have differing availability due to childcare obligations, family commitments, or other personal circumstances. Wherever feasible, we remain committed to accommodating flexible working arrangements, while ensuring that business and operational requirements are fully maintained.

Areas of Employment May Include

Administrative and office support roles
Hive and community liaison roles
Customer facing and general support posts
Housing and estates support functions (DIO)
Education support roles (AF North International School)

Please click here for more details

How to Express Interest

BELGIUM: Postal Delays and ongoing strike action in Wallonia and Brussels

Whilst the general Bpost strike may be over, there remains a huge backlog for postal staff to wade through.

From an impact perspective, apart from any personal mail via the Belgian postal system being delayed, this unfortunately also affects the Belgian National Numbers released by the commune. So if you are a relatively new arrival here in Belgium, please be patient; it has been suggested that clearing the backlog could take up to 6 weeks.

In addition, whilst there are no longer any strikers in Flanders, some remain in Wallonia and Brussels. Post delivery remains disrupted in Brussels, with only half of the rounds able to be completed. In Wallonia, about nine out of 10 rounds are going ahead as usual.

Reassurances have been provided by Bpost that in places with delays, priority is being given to condolence letters and vehicle number-plates.

For more information, see https://thebulletin.be/bpost-backlog-could-take-six-weeks-clear

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

NAPLES: International Food Festival

Date: Friday 19th June 2026

Time: 1700 - 2300

Location: Parco Leonardo

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE

BRUNEI: The Art of Living - The Happiness Program - Friday, 01st - Sunday, 03rd May 2026 @ IAB Hall, Seria

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Please register HERE.

For further information, please contact:
Ravi: +673 8731503
Swati: +673 7411423

The above meditation CSE cost is BND150.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Chit Chat and Mumong Community Centres - Hall Availability

Please scan the QR Code above or click the links below to view Hall Availability:

The Flying Kukri’s Clubhouse is a welfare facility located in X1, beside the Squash Court and is available for use by all members of BFB.

The Clubhouse features a pool table, dart board, TV with a BFBS box and a stocked bar. It is an ideal venue for club gatherings or social events and is free to use. To book the Clubhouse, please contact owen.thornton891@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Military vs Cancer: Supporting those in the Armed Forces Community affected by cancer

Military Vs Cancer’s support includes:

Additional family / nursing care funding.
Travel costs for treatment, including hotel stays for family members.
Home adaptations.
Respite breaks.
Memory making trips.
Special experiences, especially for those with a terminal diagnosis.
Peer group / community support for serving forces members and their families. There are also several large-scale events this year including :
Rugby Day Armed Forces Rugby Team vs North Select XV Teams - Doncaster - Free Tickets for Serving Personnel and Veterans
Annual Summer Ball - Lincoln
Heroes Golf Day
Great North Run

To find out more about any of these events please visit: https://www.militaryvscancer.com/events/

BRUNEI: Flood Preparation Information from DIO(B)

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Supporting service children to thrive - a new round of the Service Pupil Support Programme now open.

Supporting service children to thrive: a new round of the Service Pupil Support Programme now open

Service life can bring unique challenges for children and young people. Frequent moves, disrupted learning and periods of separation can all add up - and they can affect how children feel, learn and achieve.

Delivered on behalf of the MOD’s Armed Forces Families Fund, the Service Pupil Support programme (SPSP) funds practical, evidence-led projects that respond to these challenges and strengthen educational outcomes for service pupils. With a new round of funding now open, the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) are inviting schools and local authorities across the UK to apply, so more service pupils can get the right support to feel settled and succeed at school.

BELGIUM: SAVE THE DATE the Brussels Flower Carpet returns this summer

SAVE THE DATE! This summer the Flower Carpet returns for its 24th Edition!

Don't miss this beautiful display, of over 1650 square metres of begonias, dahlias, grass and bark in the capital.

WHEN: Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th August 2026

WHERE: Grand Place, Brussels
MORE INFORMATION: Here

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BRUNEI: Monkey Encounter - Dos and Don'ts

Dos & Don'ts when you encounter a monkey

Long-tailed macaques are globally endangered, so we try to do our part to protect them whilst they are still a healthy population in Brunei. Having attended a briefing from Jane Goodall Institute of Singapore, their recommendation to a safe co-existence with monkeys are as follows:

Northern Ireland: Defence Medical Welfare Service Northern Ireland. Supporting the Service Person, Veterans and Family Members.

For more details please click here

Help for Heroes: Seeking Help and Recovery College Courses.

Help for Heroes have a new leaflet to explain how they can support, and how to access this. To view the leaflet please click HERE

There is also a range of courses available through the Help for Heroes Recovery College. Information and the prospectus can be found on the Help for Heroes website: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/get-help/recovery-college/self-help-guides/

For further details on Help for Heroes services and how to get in touch, please go to: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/

Op ASCEND – Careers After Service

Op ASCEND is a free, government-backed service to support veterans in growing their careers.

Whether you’re a veteran seeking employment or an employer looking to attract skilled veterans to your workforce, find out what signing up to the Op ASCEND service can do for you.

For more information visit: https://careersafterservice.campaign.gov.uk

Universal Credit for Armed Forces personnel posted overseas.

Serving Personnel and families are entitled to claim Universal Credit, regardless of their location. This means families stationed overseas can submit claims in the same way as those in the UK.

Please click here to find out more

Service Police Confidential Crime Line, available 24/7 - You are not alone.

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Anyone (Service or Civil Servant) who has been the victim or witness of serious crime at any point of their Service in the MOD can call the Service Police Crime Bureau on 02392 285 170 or 02392 285 180, or the Service Police confidential crime line on 0800 085 0658, available 24/7. You will be listened to, there is support available for victims and all allegations are taken seriously.

MOD bullying, harassment and discrimination helpline.

You can also access support by visiting the Workplace Well being Platform at MOD | (workplacewellbeing.com)

The Global Support Organisation Guides.

The Global Support Organisation (GSO) supports and enables Ministry of Defence (MOD) personnel and UK Defence activity overseas.

With a guide available for the following Countries.

Belgium

Germany

Italy

Portugal

Scandinavia

Spain

Turkey

Please follow this link to read a guide.

MyCadet App

MyCadet is a digital app specifically designed for parents and guardians of the Army Cadet Force, making it easier than ever to keep up to date with your cadet’s progress.

Find out more by visiting: https://armycadets.com/mycadet/

Scotland: Forces Children Scotland child friendly emotional cycle of deployment

Work started earlier this year with children and young people to co-create a child-friendly emotional cycle of deployment resource to explain the emotional cycle of deployment.

The children and young people have developed the visual of a rollercoaster to help explain their experiences of the different stages of the cycle.

The Deployment Rollercoaster can be accessed here:
https://forceschildrenscotland.org.uk/the-deployment-rollercoaster/

The Deployment Rollercoaster allows children, young people and adults to see that all emotions are valid and it ok to feel different emotions throughout the deployment cycle. The rollercoaster is supported by accessible resources for children, young people and parents to help support their child’s mental health and wellbeing at each stage of the ride.

We invite you to explore this online resource and let us know your thoughts and would welcome an opportunity to meet with you to talk or discuss opportunities to promote the use of this resource in your setting.

ACORN programme run by ManKind for male survivors of domestic abuse who are looking to move on to new relationships

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This course has less that six months left to run, so please take full advantage of this opportunity.

ManKind ACORN programme

DMWS offer a new online counselling service for Serving and Reservist women across the UK.

Funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, DMWS are proud to offer a new online counselling service for serving and reservist women across the UK.

With their military expertise, they understand the unique pressures of service life. This service gives those in need a safe space to talk, connect, and feel heard.

This free, confidential support is tailored to service women’s needs and covers:

Stress and anxiety

Loneliness and isolation

Health concerns

Relationship and family issues

Work pressures and more

Self-refer by emailing: seenandheard@dmws.org.uk

Or call their free helpline for support: 0800 999 3697
To find out more about this exciting project, visit https://dmws.org.uk/seen-and-heard/

Aurora New Dawn - Armed Forces Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence and Stalking Helpline

The new Aurora New Dawn Armed Forces Helpline for survivors of domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking is now live.

This Helpline is for any members of the Royal Navy British Army and Royal Air Force and their family members, including those deployed abroad, who are victims and survivors of Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence or Stalking.

The Helpline operates 6 days a week. It is independent, confidential, and free.

Launched on the 31st March 2025, and funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, and the Army Benevolent Fund the Helpline has already exceeded the number of contacts anticipated.

At Aurora, we understand that the Armed Forces Community is unique, and we know that service life brings with it a number of challenges which can make it harder to talk about these issues.

The Helpline has been designed with an understanding of these specific needs in mind. Many of our specialist team are from Forces families or are ex service personnel. They understand service life, and how difficult it can be to talk about what is happening. We want to make sure that victim/survivors with links to the armed forces get specialist support that has been designed with them and for them.

Need help?

Get support from the Armed Forces Helpline via phone +44 (0)333 0912 527 (GMT): 0900-1500 Monday to Friday

Get support from the Armed Forces Helpline via WhatsApp on +44 (0)333 0912 527: Monday 0900-1500 / Wednesday & Thursday 1700-2000 / Sunday 1000-140