| MOM
staff in action |
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Heart Bus carries 2,000 signatures. |
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To encourage staff from
the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and their
family members to embrace a healthy lifestyle, MOM’s
Staff Welfare Recreation Committee organised a mass
run on 6 December 2003. The event was held in conjunction
with the launch of the MOM/ CPF Board’s “Heart
Bus”.
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| Dr Ng doing
his bit for charity. |
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That Saturday morning, participants from MOM and
the Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board gathered
excitedly at the Marina
City Park.
At 8.30 am, Acting Minister for Manpower, Dr Ng
Eng Hen, launched the Heart Bus. He then led the
participants to the Waterfront Theatre Terrace for
a round of warm-up exercises before embarking on
the run.
The participants had a choice of two routes. Those
who took the longer route could find stars hung
on trees along the way which could be exchanged
for prizes. Those who preferred a more leisurely
stroll could take the shorter route. While the run
was in progress, the children had fun participating
in a drawing competition.
After the run, the participants were treated to
scrumptious refreshments and entertaining programmes
like tai chi and line dance performances, stage
games and a lucky draw. Each participant was also
given a
goodie pack.
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| Everyone
was glad to make a difference to the
less fortunate. |
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Everyone had a great time. As the turnout was most
encouraging, rumour has it that MOM is considering
a full MOM marathon next year!
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