Brunssum: Playground season 2026!

 

The Speeltuins (Playgrounds) are open again for 2026. These are enclosed outside playgrounds with lots of equipment and apparatus for children to play on, most of them charge a small entrance fee, or offer season tickets. Most are open everyday during the Summer holidays and are a good way for parents and children to get outside and be social and active.

To find your local one, search for 'SpeelTuin near me' or 'Speeltuin NAME OF AREA' as there are lots in the local areas, such as Heerlen, Brunssum and Sittard. Most have their own websites or Facebook pages that show their facilities, prices and opening times.

Click on the links below for the below Speeltuin info:

• Heerlen Speeltuin
• Brunssum Speeltuin
• Sittard Speeltuin

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

BRUNEI: DIO - Legionella Awareness & Prevention and Water Flushing Regime to reduce Legionella Growth

Legionella Awareness

Please click HERE or Scan the QR Code above.

Legionella Prevention

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Water Flushing

What is water flushing?

Water flushing is a method undertaken to prevent the build-up of conditions favourable to the growth of Legionella and other bacteria within hot and cold water systems. It does this by:

• Introducing fresh cold water containing residual disinfectant
• Exposing pipework to temperatures at which Legionella bacteria is discouraged
• Dislodging biofilm through the simple act of running water

A water flushing regime should be designed so that it allows for the whole dead-leg (section of stagnant water) to be removed.

The water should be purged long enough for circulating or freshwater to be drawn from the outlet - indicating that all stagnant water has been expelled.

Water Flushing Regime to reduce Legionella Growth.

• Water flushing needs to be conducted once a week for any low use water outlets. These consist of outlets within empty quarters/buildings or low use facilities that have water outlets within them.
• Water flushing takes a minimum of 5 minutes for cold and/or hot water outlets.
• Water outlets consist of anything that produces water – kitchen/bathroom/basin/garden taps, showers, hoses etc.
• Building Custodians are required to keep a record of what outlets have been flushed and when, to prove that flushing has been conducted.

Water Flushing record log.

The table below is an example flushing record log:

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Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

Brunssum: Brunssum Lions Rugby Club Needs You!

 

BRUNSSUM LIONS RUGBY CLUB NEEDS YOU!

We welcome any level of experience, at ages over 18 years, from the full NATO community! Join us every Wednesday from 1600hrs at the NATO Sports Complex.

We play local teams around the Tri-Border region and plan for more wider matches taking place soon.

If you would like to support the team please visit our shop where you can purchase clothing and accessories that will directly support the Rugby Club: BLRFC Shop

Thank-you for your support and we look forward to seeing you at training!

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Brunssum: Tri-Border Sailing Club - 2026 season open

 

The NATO Tri-Border Sailing Club (NTSC) is a recognised Club of the Allied Joint Force Command HQ Brunssum (JFCB) Morale and Welfare Activity.  

The club has a variety of boats for beginners and advanced sailors. One membership cost allows the unlimited use of boats throughout the season (April - October) at the sailing location in Roermond. Training is also available.

For more information please visit: https://www.sailnato.org/

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Brunssum: Kids’ Swimming Lessons at JFC Brunssum

 

We’re thrilled to announce exclusive swimming lessons for NATO children at the JFC Brunssum pool! Whether your little ones are new to the water or ready to perfect their strokes, our program is designed to make every splash count.

Why Choose Us?
- Expert instructors focused on building water confidence and respect.
- Lessons follow the esteemed Dutch swimming ABC, ensuring a structured and effective learning experience.

From water safety basics to advanced techniques, we start lessons for children at the age of 4!

Have questions? We’re here for you! Email us at info@swimschool-aquazuyd.com or visit our website: swimschool-aquazuyd.com.

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

SHAPE: Community Openings at the BritBar April to July 2026

Here are your Community BritBar Openings from April to July 2026.

Come along after work, have a drink and decompress with friends. 

Uniform accepted, All Welcome.

See you there!

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

Military Connected Children and Young People – Survey invitation: Our Health, Our Community, Our Voice

We need your help! We're asking children and young people from military families to answer some questions and we'd really love to hear from you!

What is it all about? We want to find out what life is like for children who have a parent or guardian in the military. We're asking questions about your home, your school, your friends, and how you feel. This helps us understand what's great about military life, and where young people might need more support.

What are Social Determinants of Health? These are just the things around you that can affect how healthy and happy you feel, like where you live, who you spend time with, whether you feel safe, and whether you can get help when you need it.

What will I need to do? You'll be asked to fill in an online survey. It's not a test and there are no right or wrong answers! It will take about 10–15 minutes and you can do it at home or at school.

Everything you say is private. Your name won't be shared with anyone.

Why should I do it?Because your opinion really matters!
To help other children in military families get better support
Hundreds of young people all over the UK are doing it too and you'll be part of something really important

Please use the relevant QR to your age group in the poster attached. Or follow the links below to the survey:

Age 8-11 – Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management

Age 12-15 – Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management

Age 16-18 - Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: New funding opens to help young service children get the best start in life

New funding opens to help young service children get the best start in life

Young children in serving armed forces families often experience change in their early years before they even start school.

Frequent moves, long periods of separation, and the pressures of service life can all affect a child’s sense of stability at a critical stage of development.

A new round of funding has now opened to help early years providers and local authorities respond to these challenges and give service children the strong, nurturing start they deserve.

SHAPE: Trips and Tours Itinerary is here

The SHAPE Trips and Tours Schedule is here!

Whether you are looking for a day trip or seeking a longer getaway, check out the itinerary available.

Click on the photo to enlarge or see here for more information about specific destination.

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

SHAPE: the 1st SHAPE Sea Scouts are recruiting both children and adults!

The 1st SHAPE Sea Scouts are recruiting!

There are spaces for BEAVERS available now and both CUBS and SCOUTS will have spaces open soon.

The team are also recruiting adult volunteers to help support the Scouting movement here on SHAPE and a new Trustee is required too.

To sign your child up, please scan the QR code in the poster.

For further information on volunteering or trustee positions, please contact: 1stSHAPE@britishscoutingoverseas.org.uk    

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE