Tag: urban renewal
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Shut Down at Tanjong Pagar Plaza: Massage Shops Close as Refresh Push Accelerates
Singapore Tightens Crackdown Near Tanjong Pagar Plaza In recent months, about 10 massage and spa establishments at Tanjong Pagar Plaza have shuttered as part of a broader push to refresh the shopping centre and curb vice activities. The closures come after intensified enforcement operations targeting massage parlours, with authorities saying the measures aim to reclaim…
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Around 10 Tanjong Pagar Plaza Massage and Spa Businesses Shut as Push for Refresh Continues
Background: A Refresh at Tanjong Pagar Plaza In recent months, the shopping hub of Tanjong Pagar Plaza in Singapore has seen a notable reshaping of its wellness offerings. Local authorities intensified enforcement actions aimed at curbing vice activities within the building, leading to the closure of roughly 10 massage and spa establishments. The shift is…
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Tanjong Pagar Plaza Massage Closures Amid Crackdown
Overview: A wave of closures at Tanjong Pagar Plaza In recent months, about 10 massage and spa establishments at Tanjong Pagar Plaza have shuttered as authorities press ahead with enforcement in the shopping centre. The closures come after a series of police operations targeting vice activities, part of a broader refresh effort at the precinct.…
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Outrage After Demolition of Panama’s Chinese Community Monument Sparks Diplomatic Tensions
Overview: A Controversial Destruction and Its Fallout A controversial demolition in Panama City has ignited a wave of outrage and diplomatic tension. A monument honoring Panama’s Chinese community was razed, prompting swift condemnation from China and renewed scrutiny of Panama’s foreign policy as regional and global powers weigh in on the incident. The move is…
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Tiong Bahru Residents Hold Ground as SIT Flats Face Redevelopment Offer of S$1 Million
The Core of a Storied Neighbourhood In Singapore’s historic Tiong Bahru, a group of longtime residents in the former Singapore Improvement Trust (SIT) flats are standing firm as redevelopment plans loom. At the heart of the issue is not just the monetary value of an offer, but a lifetime of memories, a sense of place,…
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Developer Unveils Luxury Apartments Plan for Iconic Wellington Fruit Shop Site
Historic site meets high-end living The site of the beloved Eastbourne Fruit Supply is set for a dramatic transformation as a local developer has revealed plans to convert the longtime fruit shop into luxury apartments. After 65 years of serving residents, the Campbell Street corner building will enter a new era for Wellington’s Eastbourne neighborhood,…
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Coburg Renewal: Council Proposes 15 Housing Towers Over Car Parks to Transform City Centre
Overview of the Plan The Merri-bek City Council has released a bold renewal blueprint for the central Coburg precinct, proposing the redevelopment of six council-owned sites that are currently heavy with car parking. The plan aims to replace these expansive lots with more than a dozen housing towers, ranging from seven to 18 storeys, accompanied…
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Coburg housing towers plan reshapes city car parks
Big shift for Coburg: from car parks to housing towers The Merri-bek City Council has unveiled a renewal plan that would replace six central Coburg sites—primarily extensive car parking areas—with more than a dozen residential towers. The proposal calls for towers ranging from seven to 18 storeys, aimed at adding thousands of homes and transforming…
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Campaign to Rename Prince Andrew Avenue in Lalor Gathers Momentum
Background Residents of Lalor in Melbourne’s north are pushing to rename Prince Andrew Avenue following renewed scrutiny of the former prince’s ties to financier Jeffrey Epstein. The campaign intensified after headlines last week revealing the stripping of titles in connection with ongoing legal and moral controversy surrounding Prince Andrew. Local leaders and residents say the…
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SM breathes new life into a Southern classic: The rebirth of Susana Heights Village
The Rebirth of Susana Heights Village Susana Heights Village, long a tranquil enclave along the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX), is undergoing a transformative revival. As Muntinlupa City continues to grow into a dynamic hub of commerce and residential living, this Southern classic is being reimagined to meet the needs of a modern, increasingly connected population.…