Army HIVE Says Thank You and Farewell to Longest Serving Overseas HISO

This week marks our longest-ever serving Overseas HISO - Jo Ratabuli - leaving Episkopi HIVE for pastures new. Over her 14 years in post, Jo has been absolutely central in supporting her customers in Epi and wider across BFC, unit moves to and from Cyprus, our Non-UK Nationals, and so much more – her knowledge, warmth and exceptional customer service will no doubt be remembered by many customers and colleagues from across the last decade and a half. Suffice to say, Jo will be a much-missed member of the Army HIVE team, not only from her current BFC colleagues (Karen-Grace, Donna, Emma, James, Jen and Katie) but the rest of the Army HIVE team too!

Our Cyprus Area Manager, Karen-Grace, penned the attached poem and it perfectly captures Jo’s achievements, the differences she has made over her 14 years in service, and the sentiments of her team.

From us all in Army HIVE, Jo, Vinaka vakalevu (thank you very much), Moce mada (until we meet again), and may your next chapter be filled with joy, peace, laughter, and the same warmth you gave so freely to others.

BFBS Marks 15 Years Since Op TELIC Ended With Commemorative Anniversary Campaign

The Forgotten Conflict: BFBS Gives Voice to the Veterans of Op TELIC

BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) today begins a dedicated week of programming to mark 15 years since the end of Operation TELIC (Op TELIC), codename for the involvement of the UK Armed Forces deployed to Iraq between March 2003 and May 2011.

Daily commemorations this week will run across BFBS Radio, BFBS TV, and digital platforms, exclusively bringing together multiple contributors including veterans, serving personnel and BFBS staff as key voices in the special broadcasts forming a comprehensive tribute to the Op TELIC anniversary, and to honour the lived experiences of the UK Armed Forces personnel who served.

Give Us Time: Summer 2026 Welfare Update

 

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To find out more please visit www.giveustime.org.uk

BRUNEI: NAAFI - Quiz Night - Friday 5 June 2026, 1930 hrs @ Patio Bar

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

SHAPE: Carrefour's New Weekend Opening Hours

Did you know that Carrefour has new weekend opening hours?

From now onwards, Carrefour on camp will be open between 09:00 and 18:00 on Saturdays AND Sundays! 

Happy Shopping!

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BRUNEI: A reminder to re-fuel before the Hari Raya holidays (Thursday 28 May 2026)

Following the Brunei Government’s confirmation after the moon sighting on Sunday, 17 May 2026, Hari Raya Aidiladha public holiday will be on Thursday, 28 May 2026. 

To avoid disruption, please ensure you refuel ahead of this period.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

Mission Motorsport – May Newsletter

The May newsletter from Mission Motorsport is now available, and it’s a packed edition.

Inside, you’ll find updates on upcoming events, motorsport activity, community news, support opportunities, and ways to get involved. It’s a great snapshot of what’s been happening across the Mission Motorsport community, as well as what’s coming up next.
Whether you’re looking to take part, stay connected, or simply keep up to date with what we’ve been working on, there’s something in this month’s edition for the Armed Forces community, partners, and supporters alike.
You can read it online here: https://www.missionmotorsport.org/news/maynewsletter

BRUNEI: SSAFA Grant Application Forms

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SSAFA Brunei can award 2 types of financial grants: one for projects that will help the community, and one to support individuals and families or a specific financial difficulty. There are funding guidelines within the application forms that outline in more detail what we can and cannot fund, and included a better idea of how we can help.

Forms are available in the HIVE Offices and SSAFA Health Visiting Team.  If anyone would prefer a digital form, please email at this address brunei.sct@ssafa.org.uk.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: PCMF - Ordering Your Repeat Prescription

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: PCMF - Unwanted or Expired Medicines?

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.