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Thursday, November 5, 2026

BRUNEI: Action for Happiness Calendar - New Ways November 2026

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Our monthly calendars are packed with actions you can take to help create a happier and kinder world. 

Click here to access the Action for Happiness Calendar.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Pre - Departure Clinic *Next Date* - Wednesday, 02nd December 2026, 1000 - 1100 hrs @ Chit Chat HIVE Office


COME ALONG! HIVE can offer support through your relocation

This session will cover the Good Conduct Certificate process, how to claim National Insurance Contribution credits, support whilst moving schools, plus much more - and a one stop checklist of things to add to your to do list before leaving British Forces Brunei!

This is a drop-in clinic, no appointment required.

For further information: www.internationalhive.blogspot.com

Simply search the labels: Brunei Unit Move or Relocation

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE. 

Wednesday, November 4, 2026

Brunssum: Foggy Fields Winter Market November 2026


Step into a festive wonderland at the biggest Tri-Border holiday event of the season!

Foggy Fields Winter Market!

Friday 13th to Sunday 15th November 2025
Geilenkirchen NATO Airbase

Enjoy:
  • Unique vendors from across Europe
  • Delicious food & seasonal treats
  • Live performances from talented local musicians, adding to the holiday cheer
  • Special appearances by Santa in Santa’s Snapshot and the exciting Kids' Corner.
This event is open to all with base access — so gather your family and friends for a weekend full of shopping, music, food, and festive fun.

Find all updates at the Foggy Fields Facebook page: www.facebook.com/FoggyFields/ 

Mark your calendars, grab a friend, and don’t miss the magic of the Foggy Fields Winter Market!


Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

BRUNEI: BFB Christmas Ladies Night – Masquerade Ball


🎭✨ BFB Christmas Ladies Night 2026 – Masquerade Ball! ✨πŸŽ„

πŸ“… Saturday 5th December 2026

πŸ•‘ 6:30 PM onwards

πŸ“ WO & SGT Mess, Medicina Lines

🎟 $50 BND per ticket (or approximately £29 via bank transfer, depending on the exchange rate)

Get ready for a magical evening of glamour, sparkle and festive celebrations! Put on your finest outfit, grab your masquerade mask and join us for a Christmas night to remember! πŸ₯‚✨

Your ticket includes:

πŸ₯‚ A sparkling welcome drink on arrival

🍽 A delicious 2 course carvery buffet, accompanied by wine (Dietary requirements will be catered for so there will be something for everyone at the buffet)

🎢 A DJ & disco to dance the night away

✨ A few special surprises to make the evening even more memorable!

🚌 Transport included – Further details on timings and pick-up locations will be shared closer to the event.

πŸ‘— Dress Code: Formal Evening Glamour – Glamour, elegance and a little mystery! 🎭

🎟 Ticket Sales – Get Yours Now!
Tickets can be purchased from:

πŸ“ X1 – Roxy & Amy H

πŸ“ X2 – Ved & Charlotte

πŸ“ Hornbill School – Tulasa

πŸ“ Chautaries – Friday 6th November, 12pm–2pm

❤ For those living in Seria who cannot attend the Chautaries ticket sale, please contact a committee member to arrange your purchase.

✨ Gather your friends, dress to impress and join us for an unforgettable evening filled with elegance, laughter, music and Christmas magic! πŸŽ„πŸŽ­πŸ₯³❤

We can't wait to celebrate with you all! πŸ₯‚✨

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Panaga Club Information - Beach Family Fun Day Saturday, 14th November 2026 1500 - 1900 @ Panaga Beach



Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Serve & Protect Credit Union: Latest Financial Educational Webinars - November and December 2026


Green Living: Simple Eco-Friendly Tips to Lower Your Bills πŸŒΏπŸ’Έ (New Title for 2026)

Eco-friendly savings webinar | November and December 2026 Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE

Green Living: Simple Eco-Friendly Tips to Lower Your Bills | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Budgeting 101 πŸ“ πŸ“’

Budgeting explained webinar | November and December 2026 Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE πŸ‘‡

Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Saving Made Simple πŸ–✅

Tips to boost savings webinar | November and December 2026 Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE πŸ‘‡

Saving Made Simple: Practical Habits to Boost Your Savings | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Credit Score 101 πŸš€πŸ“Š

Tips to boost your score webinar | November and December 2026 Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE πŸ‘‡

Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Financial Resilience: Ready When it Matters ☔πŸ›‘ (New Title for 2026)

Preparing for the unexpected webinar | November and December Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE πŸ‘‡

Financial Resilience: Ready When it Matters | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Borrow Smarter: Tips to Strengthen Your Loan Application πŸ”πŸ’Έ (New Title for 2026)

Key things to know webinar | November and December Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE πŸ‘‡

Borrow Smarter: Tips to Strengthen Your Loan Application | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Car Finance: More Than a Monthly Payment πŸš—πŸ”‘ (New Title for 2026)

Key things to know webinar | December Dates Released | Limited Availability | Learn more and register for FREE πŸ‘‡

Car Finance: More Than a Monthly Payment | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Please note that registrations are capped to 35 for each session, so they are on a ‘first-come, first-served basis’. However, once registered for a webinar, even if people can't attend the live event - most webinars are then emailed to them to watch in their own time. Find out more at: Serve and Protect Credit Union events | Livestorm

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) scheme: Department of Health & Social Care - Leeds or London. Closing Date: 30 Nov 2026


The following vacancies (two) are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:

GFIE-515 - Executive Officer, Emergency Preparedness & Health Protection - Leeds or London

Closing Date: 30 November 2026

Job description

GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EoI Form (also see Guidance Notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

Quest Magazine: November Issue Out Now


To read this issue online, or any back issues, please go to: Quest Magazine - Armed Forces Resettlement since 1999

The Ripple Pond: New free resources to help Armed Forces families talk about injury and PTSD


The Ripple Pond wanted to share an exciting new set of free resources to help Armed Forces families talk with children about injury and PTSD.When a parent or family member is living with injury or trauma linked to their military service, the impact can reach across the whole family. Children may notice changes in someone they love or in family life, but knowing how to explain what’s happening in a way they can understand can be difficult.

That’s why, through their Family Focus Project, The Ripple Pond has developed Understanding Injury: a collection of practical, age-appropriate resources designed to help families find ways to approach these conversations together.

Developed with input from families with lived experience and specialist professionals, the resources include:
Age-appropriate materials for Key Stage 1, 2 and 3
Conversation prompts and suggested wording to help parents find a starting point
Follow-up resources to support understanding
Accompanying videos (for KS2 / 3) designed to be used alongside the information packsThese aren’t instructions about what to say or how anyone should feel. They offer families a starting point, helping them find the language and confidence to approach conversations in ways that feel right for them.

The resources were developed with funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust and were initially shared with The Ripple Pond’s Members and partners. They are now freely available to everyone, so families and professionals can access and share them whenever they may be helpful.

To read this newsletter in full, please go to: New free resources to help Armed Forces families talk about injury and PTSD

To find out more about the resources available, please go to: Understanding Injury Resources | The Ripple Pond

BRUNEI: Mould Prevention in SFA



Kitchen extractor fan
When cooking: Switch it ON.
After cooking: Leave it running for another 10–20 minutes to remove cooking smells, steam, moisture, and airborne particles
When not cooking: Switch it OFF.

Bathroom extractor fan
When showering: Switch it ON.
After showering: Keep it running for another 20–30 minutes, or until the mirror and bathroom surfaces are dry.
When the bathroom is dry: Switch it OFF.

Your air conditioning
When your A/C is running, it cools and removes moisture from the indoor air. If you leave extractor fans running continuously, they:
Push cooled air out of your home.
Draw hot, humid outdoor air inside to replace it.
Make your A/C work harder.
Potentially increase electricity consumption.
This is particularly relevant in Brunei's tropical climate.


Mould Prevention in SFA

In hot, humid climates Mould build up can start to form very quickly. This guide shows how to prevent excess build up. A short reminder:

1. Do not turn off the AC or AC temperature.
2. Set it to 22 degrees Celsius.
3. Mould is inevitable in Brunei but it can be controlled.
4. Occupants are responsible to control.
5. Negative consequence is health issues – concerning kids with asthma and skin eczema due to Mould.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.