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

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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.

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

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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.

BFB Welfare Contact Houses

Mumong Patio Bar - Private party bookings through NAAFI & AWS.

Chit Chat Community Centre Hall

Mumong Community Centre Hall

Portable Karaoke Rental

SSAFA - Smart Televisions For Hire

SSAFA - Car Seats For Hire

SSAFA - Carpet Cleaner For Hire

BFB Welfare Dongles

Power Jet Wash Hire 

PRI vehicle hire and IUS travel arrangements

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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

Mumong:

BFB Christian Centre - Church Service Schedules

BFB Coworking Hub

Squash Court @ Mumong

Flying Kukri's Clubhouse

SSAFA - Washing Machines at Mumong Community Centre

Mumong pool

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BRUNEI: Treetops Open Day for 2 - 3 years olds - Friday, 03rd July 2026, 0830 - 0930 hrs @ Treetops Nursery

If you have any further questions, please contact Katie Garbutt (Early Years Setting Manager) and Louise Deane (Treetops Assistant Manager) at Treetops.nursery@modschools.org 

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BRUNEI: British Forces Brunei Armed Forces & Colours Day - Saturday, 27th June 2026, 1400 - 1800 hrs @ BFB Sports Complex (Sports Fields)

BRITISH FORCES BRUNEI ARMED FORCES & COLOURS DAY 26

It is with much pleasure that I invite you, your SP and all families to the 2026 British Forces Brunei (BFB) Armed Forces Day (AFD) and Colours Day. Details on the event can be found in the email below as well as the items attached (Tile 1 – Poster, Tile 2 – AI, Tile 3 – QR Code to register for event).

This year’s celebration offers to be a brilliant hybrid of two incredibly important social events – celebrating and showing support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community and concurrently celebrating Holi (Festival of Colours) to welcome spring, celebrate love and signify the triumph of good over evil.

What: To deliver a meaningful British Forces Brunei Armed Forces and Colours Day 2026.

Who: Every member of the BFB community (Military and Civilian) is invited to attend.

Why: To honour our service, support our families, celebrate our community – building unity and cohesion amongst our BFB family.

When: Starting from 1400hrs on 27 June 2026 to 1800hrs on 27 June 2026.

Where: BFB Sports Complex (Sports Fields).

IOT enable organisers to gauge attendance, SP and families are requested to use the QR code attached and below to register.

Any questions or queries should be directed to the following SP in the first instance:

* Armed Forces Day - @ Cameron.Sowerby103@mod.gov.uk

* Colours Day - @ Swornim.Shrestha109@mod.gov.uk

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

RFS provides free support for military families, helping you to access employment and wellbeing support.

To register your interest, sign in to the RFS Portal: https://portal.recruitforspouses.co.uk/users/sign_in  

Or email: info@recruitforspouses.co.uk  

Our programmes and support services are free and open to all spouses and partners.

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