In this edition, we are pleased to introduce a young dynamic Singaporean living right here in Melbourne, Miss Christine Teo. Christine is a social worker, human rights advocate, business owner and founder of Generation 414, a social enterprise created out of Christine’s passion and work in the area of helping survivors of sex trafficking in[…]
DANIEL BENG If you had attended any recent Merlion events, you would have been introduced to the talents of Daniel Beng. Daniel is a singer and musician with the rare gift of having an ear for perfect pitch. Formerly a quality control engineer, Daniel made the switch to secondary school teaching mid career. Being a[…]
Singaporeans of Victoria – Richard Leong Born and bred in Singapore, Richard was educated in the United States where upon graduation he was headhunted to join Singapore Airlines. Richard’s legacy in SIA has been his work on the airline’s inflight services and food menu, something that has made the carrier one of the best in[…]
Singaporeans in Victoria – Kit Wong Kit migrated to Australia 30 years ago with an extensive blue chip career in the IT sector. Today, Kit is a licensed and accredited Financial Planner and Broker forging a professional platform to share her passion and focus on property investment and financial management. Kit is particularly active on[…]
Mary Soh – Singaporeans in Victoria Singaporean May Soh is the author of two cookbooks on Peranakan cuisine, ‘May’s Favourites’ and ‘High Tea with May and Friends’. Learning to cook authentic Peranakan dishes at a young age from her father, May remembers how her father never had a discouraging word or criticized her cooking. However[…]
Singaporeans in Victoria – Kuan Kan Behind his quiet, friendly and unassuming personality, Kuan is a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist. Here at Merlion Club we are deeply appreciative of the support that Kuan has given the club over the years. What started out as helping friends and relatives visiting Melbourne source for good Australian souvenirs,[…]