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Tuesday, May 12, 2026
BRUNEI: Private Vehicle Checks
This video has been designed to show you what to look for when checking your vehicle, how to do it and also some tricks for good practice when looking after your private vehicles. The video describes checks that we recommend are done weekly and before long journeys. So, if you are planning on driving to KK please do these checks first! This list is not exhaustive and is just a recommendation, it does not remove the vehicle owner's legal requirement to have the vehicle inspected.
The Brunei Governments Land Transport Departments have created an 'Understanding your Vehicle' guide, which has useful Brunei specific information.
The key points to look out for are:
Petrol - Has it got the right fuel and enough for your journey?
Oils - Are all the oil levels correct? Engine oil, brake fluid, power steering fluid, transmission oil?
Water - Is the coolant level correct? REMEMBER DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT CAP WHILE ENGINE IS HOT! Have you got enough washer fluid?
Electrics - Do the lights work properly? Are the switches and buttons working? Are the wipers and washers working?
Rubber - Are your tyres in a good condition? Have you got sufficient tread (Legal Minimum 1.6mm)? Are there any bulges, splits or objects anywhere in the tyre? Are they at the right pressure? All this includes the spare!
The LAD and Garrison Workshop are always happy to help, if you are not sure please come and see us on Tuker Lines and we will have a look.
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The LAD and Garrison Workshop are always happy to help, if you are not sure please come and see us on Tuker Lines and we will have a look.
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BRUNEI: Support is Always Available
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Brunei: Strays G15 & H15 Block - a reminder of the stray policy in BFB
A REMINDER to all in BFB.
All BFB personnel should understand that by feeding stray animals they are encouraging them to be dependent on food/shelter, therefore the stray animals will linger around the area. Generally, when you remove the food source, stray animals will move on to other places in search of food. However, cats are hunters so it is also imperative that the swiftlets’ nests are removed as well by contacting DIO(B) Helpdesk.
There is no short-term or immediate solution to stray animals. All personnel must be constantly reminded of the implications and responsibilities that comes with feeding stray animals, not just to ‘feel good’.
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Brunei: DIO - how to relight a pilot light on a gas boiler
How to relight a pilot light on a gas boiler!
The recent gas supply outage has resulted in no hot water in many houses that have manual gas boilers. There are different types of gas boilers in our estate, and the pilot light in each must be ignited manually to resume the hot water supply.
The QR code takes you to a video explaining how to relight the pilot light after outage for four different types of gas boilers in the BFB Estate. If you are still experiencing issues after this, please inform the DIO Helpdesk.
https://youtu.be/TTUC-822xFc
https://youtu.be/TTUC-822xFc
BRUNEI: Transitional mentoring for Service Leavers from SSAFA
SSAFA's mentors provide long-term, one-to-one, face-to-face support during transition and, for up to two years, post discharge. They work alongside the Royal Navy, the Royal Marines, the British Army, the Royal Air Force and other key partners to provide this service.
The SSAFA mentor programme is well established in helping those who have recently left the forces, and their families, understand and prosper during the transition to civilian life. The mentors will provide reassurance in the face of an often daunting time. They will help you with confidence and relationship issues, particularly in relation to the differences between a military and civilian environment.
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BRUNEI: Army Library and Information Service (ALIS)
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ALIS. The role of the Army Library And Information Service (ALIS) is to provide information and resources in support of operations, education, training, life-long learning and welfare. To help support the professional development of military personnel in BFB, ALIS Online can still be accessed via Defence Gateway. ALIS Online is accessible by all serving British Army personnel both regular and reserve. It contains a searchable catalogue as well as electronic books, journal articles, audiobooks and links to podcasts. Electronic content can be accessed directly and hard copy books from the catalogue can be requested using BFPO to support professional development.
ALIS Online. Via Defence Gateway Application ALIS – ALIS Online
ALIS SharePoint. ALIS Locations Worldwide
Prince Consort's Library is a specialist military library, providing operational and intelligence support, information services, reference materials, information for Battlefield Studies, Staff Rides and general library support.
ALIS SharePoint. ALIS Locations Worldwide
Prince Consort's Library is a specialist military library, providing operational and intelligence support, information services, reference materials, information for Battlefield Studies, Staff Rides and general library support.
Services Central Library provides educational support for the Army and can provide resources for your personal and professional development, including languages, reading list materials and more.
ALIS Catalogue: the complete catalogue of all books, articles and other resources available in Army Library and Information Centres worldwide.
Free Request Service: search the online catalogue and click request. Items are sent directly to you wherever you are. Long loans available, no reservation fees or overdue charges.
Course Support: from GCSE to PhD; FS to ALDP ME; covering a wide range of subjects - logistics, management, driving resources, NEBOSH and more. Please contact SCL for more information.
News Updates: weekly news updates covering 37 countries. Sign up for weekly emails containing opinions, information and insight on current affairs. Please contact PCL for more information.
Country Information: information, resources and twice daily RSS feeds are available on current issues and topics for each region or country. Information packs can be compiled from open sources. These are available to units on demand for operational needs and are tailored to meet specific requirements. Please contact PCL for more information.
eResources: access to online resources such as Janes, Ebsco, Stratfor, news resources and access to subscription only websites. Please note: eResources are not available if you access ALIS Online via MODnet. Please use Defence Gateway. This service is only available to Army personnel,
Battlefield Studies and Staff Rides: PCL has a wealth of information relevant to Battlefield Studies and Staff Rides including Regimental Histories, Campaign Histories and Post-Exercise Reports (PXRs). Please contact PCL for more information.
Military Studies Library Service (MSLS): MSLS is a current awareness bulletin on military and international affairs. The complete MSLS database is available online through the ALIS Catalogue.
British Army Military Book of the Year (BAMBY): an annual competition to determine the best military book of the year, judged by a panel of Army personnel.
If you can't find what you are looking for, click the Ask a Librarian link and the library service staff will be happy to help. Alternatively, contact Services Central Library (SCL) for educational enquiries, Prince Consort's Library (PCL) for military enquiries or your local Army Library and Information Centre.
ALIS Membership. Access to our service is free to army personnel. Please read the Terms and Conditions of Membership. All other ALIS services (except ALIS Online) are also available to the wider Defence Community including:
- All military personnel and their families
ALIS Catalogue: the complete catalogue of all books, articles and other resources available in Army Library and Information Centres worldwide.
Free Request Service: search the online catalogue and click request. Items are sent directly to you wherever you are. Long loans available, no reservation fees or overdue charges.
Course Support: from GCSE to PhD; FS to ALDP ME; covering a wide range of subjects - logistics, management, driving resources, NEBOSH and more. Please contact SCL for more information.
News Updates: weekly news updates covering 37 countries. Sign up for weekly emails containing opinions, information and insight on current affairs. Please contact PCL for more information.
Country Information: information, resources and twice daily RSS feeds are available on current issues and topics for each region or country. Information packs can be compiled from open sources. These are available to units on demand for operational needs and are tailored to meet specific requirements. Please contact PCL for more information.
eResources: access to online resources such as Janes, Ebsco, Stratfor, news resources and access to subscription only websites. Please note: eResources are not available if you access ALIS Online via MODnet. Please use Defence Gateway. This service is only available to Army personnel,
Battlefield Studies and Staff Rides: PCL has a wealth of information relevant to Battlefield Studies and Staff Rides including Regimental Histories, Campaign Histories and Post-Exercise Reports (PXRs). Please contact PCL for more information.
Military Studies Library Service (MSLS): MSLS is a current awareness bulletin on military and international affairs. The complete MSLS database is available online through the ALIS Catalogue.
British Army Military Book of the Year (BAMBY): an annual competition to determine the best military book of the year, judged by a panel of Army personnel.
If you can't find what you are looking for, click the Ask a Librarian link and the library service staff will be happy to help. Alternatively, contact Services Central Library (SCL) for educational enquiries, Prince Consort's Library (PCL) for military enquiries or your local Army Library and Information Centre.
ALIS Membership. Access to our service is free to army personnel. Please read the Terms and Conditions of Membership. All other ALIS services (except ALIS Online) are also available to the wider Defence Community including:
- All military personnel and their families
- Employees of MOD agencies and their families
- UK based civilians and their families
- MOD civilians
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Brunei: BFB Swimathon - 24hrs Charity Event 26 - 27 June 2026
Swimathon is an annual charity event in which volunteers from across BFB participate in a continuous 24 hrs swimming challenge. The aim of this charity event is to raise funds for the Pusat Ehsan (Brunei Charity organisation for Special needs) and the Army Benevolent Fund (ABF). Administrative Instruction and Risk Assessment will follow NLT end of May 26.
Further details of BFB 24 hrs Swimathon event are as follows:
What: BFB 24 hrs Swimathon 26
When: Start: 0700 hrs, Fri, 26 Jun 26. Finish: 0700 hrs, Sat, 27 Jun 26.
Where: Swimming Pool, Tuker Lines
Who: A, B, C, D, HQ Coy and GST SP (Participants must have MST pass competency recorded in JPA)
Why: Raise fund for Pusat Ehsan and ABF
How:
a. A group of 12 volunteer swimmers from each Coy will relay.
b. Only one swimmer to swim at one time and can use any stroke.
c. Total distance covered within 24 hrs will be recorded for each team.
d. Attractive prize to the winning team (longest distance covered within 24 hrs).
e. Team entry fee of BND 120 ($10/pax) to be submitted to the Event Coord (cash preferred).
f. Entertainment provisions throughout the event – music, food and drink stalls (pay as you dine), bingo, raffle, etc.
g. First aid point with duty medic on standby.
h. 1x Lifeguard present throughout the event.
i. Provision of sleeping area for swimmers.
j. BFBS live broadcast of the event.
k. Advertisement via flyers, emails, HIVE and BFBS in due course.
l. JustGiving page will be set up for online donations which will be published via official and social media means. Also, there will be charity pots put around the venue for cash donations.
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b. Only one swimmer to swim at one time and can use any stroke.
c. Total distance covered within 24 hrs will be recorded for each team.
d. Attractive prize to the winning team (longest distance covered within 24 hrs).
e. Team entry fee of BND 120 ($10/pax) to be submitted to the Event Coord (cash preferred).
f. Entertainment provisions throughout the event – music, food and drink stalls (pay as you dine), bingo, raffle, etc.
g. First aid point with duty medic on standby.
h. 1x Lifeguard present throughout the event.
i. Provision of sleeping area for swimmers.
j. BFBS live broadcast of the event.
k. Advertisement via flyers, emails, HIVE and BFBS in due course.
l. JustGiving page will be set up for online donations which will be published via official and social media means. Also, there will be charity pots put around the venue for cash donations.
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BRUNEI: Prohibited Electrical Item
Reminder to BFB SLA and SFA Occupants
Please DO NOT USE the multi-way wall plug adaptor, as shown in the pictures below. This has very high risk of electric fire and electricity related H&S issues.
If the occupants in SLA require adaptor for their non-UK plug electrical appliances, they must have PAT tested adaptor that complies with the equivalent UK specification such as BS8546 and BS1363.
DIO(B) is happy to convert the non-UK plug to UK three pin plug by cutting and reinstalling the three pin UK plug. This is only if the occupants are happy with the process as this may void the appliance’s warranty.
The pictures below were obtained from one of the BFB estate recently
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Brunei: The Brunei HIVE Blog - Common Questions & Answers
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Q. Sometimes forget to check the HIVE Blog. How can I sign up to receive alerts so I don't miss any new updates on the blog.
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Q.There is a lot of information on the HIVE Blog, so I can’t find what I want very easily. Is there a quick way of finding specific information.
A. You can browse the list of posts in the ‘Blog Archive’ on the bottom left hand side of the homepage or click on a label heading on left hand panel.
Alternatively, you can use the Blog Search box. For example, if you wanted to find out about information on employment in the local area just type Job vacancy into the box and relevant posts will be displayed.
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