NEW Opening Times
Monday, August 10, 2026
BRUNEI: AWS Community Support - Office Closure Dates and *NO* Families Club during July and August 2026
NOTICE
Please note the AWS-CS office will be closed on 17 and 25 August 2026.
.png)
.png)
Please note that there will be *NO* Families Club at Mumong Community Centre during July and August 2026 due to the Summer Break.
Families Club will resume in Saturday, 26th September 2026.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: Brunei HIVEs Closure
Brunei HIVE Notice
1. The Chit Chat HIVE office will be CLOSED from Thursday 23rd July 2026 to Friday 14th August 2026.
2. The Mumong HIVE office will be CLOSED from Wednesday 15th July 2026 to Friday 7th August 2026.
HIVE is still contactable via email BRUNEIGAR-SpSvcs-HIVE-Mailbox@mod.gov.uk.
Please contact your Unit Welfare Team for urgent matters.
The Mumong HIVE office will be CLOSED from Tuesday 11th August 2026 to Wednesday 26th August 2026.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: BFB Children's Library - Story Telling Session with Tamsin Monday, 10th August 2026, 1030 - 1130 AM @ BFB Children's Library, CCCC
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: BFPO - Reduced Opening Hours during Summer Leave and General Accounting Rate (GAR) for August 2026
Exchange Rate:
August - £1.00 = $1.7262
The following amended opening times will be with effect from 20 July to 31 August 2026 and have been adjusted to accommodate summer leave commitments whilst still providing sufficient opportunity for personnel to withdraw cash and collect mail.
These revised hours will ensure continuity of service during the stand down period while reflecting the anticipated reduction in demand as a significant number of personnel will be on leave.
Please click the image to enlarge.
Normal Opening Hours:
Monday - Wednesday
08:00 - 12:00
Thursday
10:30 - 14:00
Friday
08:00 - 12:00
Unit's Post Orderly Mail collection and drop-off
Monday - Wednesday
08:30 - 11:30
Thursday
10:45 - 13:30
Friday
08:30 - 11:30
BRUNEI: SSAFA - Sunbirds Baby Club - Every Tuesday, *next date* 11th August 2026, 1100 - 1200 @ BFB Children's Library, CCCC
Please click the image to enlarge.
Friday, August 7, 2026
Brunssum: Welcome Expo - 12 August
📅 Event Details
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: The Hub, USAG Benelux
🔍 What You'll Find:
Services & Facilities: Get connected with local resources and amenities.
Clubs & Activities: Find local groups, sports, and hobby clubs.
Events: Preview the upcoming community calendar!
This is open to all with access to USAG Benelux, which includes NATO card holders. Information about the Hub, including location, can be found on the US Army website.
Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.
Germany: Event Guide For The Weekend
Discover 4 great events for this weekend!
Looking for the perfect weekend getaway or an exciting day trip? Four are happening near you. Whether you love wine, beer, movies or family fun, there is something for everyone.
33rd Annual Bad Salzuflen Wine Festival 6th - 9th Aug
Experience the cozy atmosphere of a traditional wine festival right in the heart of Bad Salzuflen. At the historic Salzhof in sample elite selections from 18 German vineyards alongside 10 regional food stalls. To celebrate its anniversary, the festival features a massive, elegant "White-Wheel" Ferris wheel offering a stunning panoramic view of the historic architecture. Sunday even features an open-shop day for local boutiques.
Copyright Stadt Bad Salzuflen
It is the largest wine festival in the region, enjoy live music and food in old town square.
The Historic Laurentiuskirmes in Bergisch Gladbach 8th - 11th Aug
Bring the whole family out to the fair in Bergisch Gladbach. Celebrating its status on Germany's nationwide register of Cultural Heritage, the historic Laurentiuskirmes opens with a traditional church mass and free breakfast.
Shortly after, the mayor taps the festival beer cask to kick off days of fast-paced amusement rides, bright carousels, game booths, and traditional sweets.
Copyright Stadt Bergisch Gladbach
- Enjoy a mini Libori in a town not far from Cologne
- Drive time just under 2 hours
The 26th Annual Cologne Beer Börse 7th - 9th Aug
The banks of the Rhine River become your personal beer garden this weekend. Situated right along Cologne's scenic Rhine Promenade, this multi-day open-air festival features 40 master breweries setting up shop. You can sample more than a hundred rare, local, and international specialty beers. Tastings range from traditional German monastery brews to exotic imports from Spain and Brazil.
- Timings: Friday & Saturday, 15:00 – 00:00 Sunday 13:00 – 20:00)
- Ticket Prices: Free Entry to the festival grounds; you only pay for what you drink.
- Drive time just under 2 hours
Copyright bierboerse.com
Maxipark Movie Day 9th Aug
Head to the ever popular family park in Hamm for this Movie themed event. Lots of Star Warts dress up on hand. with market stall and events for the kids. Park tickets include entry to the event.
Copyright Maxipark Hamm
400 Cosplayers will be putting on a show in full authentic costumes. The market includes the chance to buy a light saber and many other bits of movie memorabilia. Other highlights include cars from TV shows, a droid exhibition and a kids space flight activity. All this plus the fantastic play areas, gardens and butterfly house make Maxipark a great day out.
- Drive time is 54 mins
- Tickets €7 for adults €4 for ages 3-17
BRUNEI: PCMF and Dental Centre - Hospital Admission Notification
Hospital Admission Notification
Service Personnel are reminded to contact the Duty Nurse on WhatsApp +673 8330246 if they or their family are admitted to hospital. This allows the PCMF team to liaise with the hospital to ensure you receive optimal care.PMCF can be contacted via the below number:
PCMF civilian line - 322 4893
PCMF military ext line - 3224101 Ext 3226
During out of office hours, our duty nurse can be reached via
+673 833 0246.
Dental can be contacted via the below number:
Dental military ext line - 3224101 Ext 3354
Dental mobile number - 8301856
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: BFB Gymnasium - Use the QR Code to Sign In
BFB Gymnasium is aiming to reduce paper usage. As a result, a QR Code has been provided for sign-in at the entrance of the gymnasium, as shown in the picture above. Please use the QR code to sign in.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)