Gibraltar: Fireside Chat with Tom Farley 29th June

The Gibraltar Government Department of Justice Trade and Industry has issued a press release inviting young people to attend an event.

To register: www.startupgrind.com/gibraltar

One of Minister Feetham’s key priorities has been creating opportunities for young people. Great speakers can change the way young people view their future. Tom Farley is one of those speakers.

During his tenure at the NYSE, Tom oversaw the world’s largest stock exchange. Since then, he has remained at the forefront of financial innovation and digital assets, earning recognition as one of the most influential figures in global financial services.

This is a rare opportunity for young people to hear directly from someone who has operated at the highest levels of international business and finance and who continues to help shape the future of global markets.

VIRTUAL CHAT HV and Virtual New Parents Group

SSAFA's Virtual New Parent Group Sessions are open to all military families living in remote areas as a way to connect with other parents in similar situations. Although there will be a health visitor present to answer any questions, the floor is open to talk about whatever you want - from sleep, feeding or just general parental frustrations with no judgment or anything.

Our online CHAT HV sessions are open to all military parents across all time zones. These informal sessions cover a different topic each month to help guide and support you through the different stages of your parenting journey. These are a great way for you to meet other families from around the world and make connections, especially when living in a host country that has different practices with regards to new mum groups etc.

If anyone wants anymore information or to register for an online session, please either speak to your Health Visitor or email us on UKStratCom-DMS-DPHC-NYG-SSAFA@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BELGIUM: Top Tips Number Two for Keeping Cool in this Heat

TOP TIPS IN THE HEAT WITH YOUR HISO:

Further to my previous top tip at the end of last month regarding keeping cool overnight by using a frozen hot water bottle, here is my Top Tip number 2:

Keep your skincare, body creams, sun cream, after sun and a water spray in the fridge; this is the perfect way to cool down at any time during the day.

NB if you are a retinol/retinal user, keep these out of the fridge.

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BRUNEI: BFBS - Charity Quiz Time Wednesday 24th June 2026, 7:00 PM @ Chautari

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Isolated Unit Status (IUS) Travel Arrangements

PROVISION OF SERVICES BY BFB MT DET (QOGLR)

1. The BFB MT Det (QOGLR) MT has implement several changes on service provision. Key for all users to know, understand and therefore implement in their future dealings with BF MT Det are the following changes:

a. Isolated Unit Status (IUS) Journeys for BFB Service Personnel and Immediate Families.

(1) IUS Journeys are available for BFB SP and their immediate families. These journeys are scheduled two times a week to various locations (as stated below) to cater to your transportation needs. It is important that those wishing to utilise the IUS Journeys register their details by sending an email to @bruneigar-qoglr-mailbox@mod.gov.uk in advance. Due to limited seating capacity, BFB MT Det may not be able to accommodate all passengers requesting transport on their preferred dates. In such cases, alternative dates within the same week will be allocated accordingly.

BRUNEI: BFB Community Rental and Hire

BFB Community Rental and Hire

Istana Pantai - Welfare house by the beach - Available to book.

Video and Pictures of Istana Pantai on Social Media Prohibited.

BRUNEI: BFB Community Resources

BFB Community Resources

Tuker Lines:

BFB Instagram Account

BFB Temple (near the Garrison gym)

Community Garden Hub

Garrison Pool

Garrison Gym and Spouses Circuit Classes

Education Centre

Brunei: New RFS opportunities this July for military spouses and partners, including an upcoming Serco careers webinar and free career coaching sessions

Give Us Time: Last Chance to Book - France and Florida

Give Us Time wanted to let you know about two amazing breaks available over the summer holidays:

Orlando, Florida
14 - 28 August
Spacious townhouse sleeping up to 4 people, on a family-friendly resort near Disney, with on-site pools and lakeside views.

Brittany, N France
25 July - 1 August
Beautiful gite which sleeps up to 4 people, stunning rural locations, but easy access to beaches and local attractions.

Families will be required to cover the costs of TRAVEL, TRANSFERS, FOOD, ENTERTAINMENT ETC as part of their trip.

Visit www.giveustime.org.uk for more info on Give Us Time breaks, and email enquiries@giveustime.org.uk for more info on the above breaks.

BFBS to mark National Armed Forces Day 2026 in Aldershot

Event Weekend: Friday 26 June 2026 – Sunday 28 June 2026

Flagship Event Day: Saturday 27 June 2026

Location: Queen’s Parade, Queen’s Avenue, Aldershot

Media organisation and military charity BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) will be in Aldershot this weekend to support the National Armed Forces Day 2026, with live broadcast coverage, interviews with the military community, stories from the stands, and an esports gaming rig, as part of the nationwide UK celebrations.

Armed Forces Day will take place on Saturday 27 June, though events will also be running on Friday 26 June and Sunday 28 June, including a programme of parades, arena displays, community activities, and family entertainment centred on Queen’s Avenue.

Ahead of the national event, Reserves Day will also take place on Wednesday 24 June, recognising the contribution of Reserve Forces across the UK.

BFBS will be present throughout Armed Forces weekend with activity and coverage across its radio, digital, and social channels, and on Forces News. There will also be an esports gaming station area where visitors can try out ‘Hot Lap’ challenges and more.

A dedicated BFBS x Armed Forces Day webpage is also available for further information relating to the weekend: www.BFBS.com/armedforcesday

Visit forcesnews.com, bfbs.com/radio or follow events on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram