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Jurong:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jurong

https://thelongnwindingroad.wordpress.com/?s=jurong


FUTURE:
http://lushhomemedia.com/2008/09/04/jurong-east-a-future-gold-mine/


Jurong Hospital:

THE new public hospital in Jurong will be ready by 2015 and follow the Changi General Hospital model of co-locating with a community hospital.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) said that the co-location of an acute inpatient healthcare institution with a step-down care facility will expedite sharing of common resources and expertise, as well as patient transfers.

The model has been tested and is working well for Changi General Hospital and St Andrew's Community Hospital in the east. Both are located next to each other in the Simei area.

The proposed Jurong General Hospital will have a capacity of 550 beds, while the adjacent community hospital will have 200 beds. A hospital planning committee led by current Tan Tock Seng Hospital CEO Lim Suet Wun has been set up.

A site in Jurong East has been allocated for the hospital. It will be within walking distance from the Jurong East MRT Interchange and Jurong East Bus Interchange. The development will form part of the larger Jurong Lake District Plan, recently unveiled by the Urban Redevelopment Authority.

On 4 April 2008, the National Development Minister Mah Bow Tan announced a plan to develop the Jurong into a commercial hub outside the Central Business District (CBD).The new Jurong Lake District will offer a potential development area of 360 hectares, roughly the size of Marina Bay. The Urban Redevelopment Authority said that some 750,000m2 of land will be set aside at Jurong Gateway, expected to attract billions of dollars in development, for offices, hotels, food and beverage and entertainment uses. However, analysts say that the short 10–15 years time frame may be a little tight, due to the amount of projects in progress and a dampened global economic climate.

The Singapore government is proceeding to put in the infrastructure to facilitate the growth of Jurong Lake District. This follows the unveiling of the area’s development blueprint in April this year.

Giving an update on Monday, both the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and JTC said the measures include constructing a new spinal road, expanding the Jurong East MRT station and redeveloping the bus interchange.

There will also be upcoming developments at the International Business Park (IBP), Teban and Pandan Gardens.

The existing business cluster in the IBP will be expanded to maximise its potential in the next economic upturn.

Given IBP’s proximity to industrial estates in the west and to the major commercial hub at Jurong Gateway, it remains an attractive location for many industrialists to site their headquarter operations.

JTC envisaged that this strong demand for business park space in IBP will continue into the next economic upturn.

It is planning to develop the land parcels along the business park’s southern boundary, generating about 5 hectares of land and 125,000 square metres of business park space.

There will also be improvements to the road network in the IBP which was the first business park established in Singapore in 1992.

Teban and Pandan Gardens will be rejuvenated as well to provide attractive waterfront housing and to enhance their connectivity.

On top of that, there will be road improvement works at Faber Terrace and Faber Hills. This will improve current traffic situation in the area and allow more quality low and medium density housing fronting Sungei Ulu Pandan.

All these are part of Master Plan 2008 to develop new growth areas outside the city centre.

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Jurong east research :)

JURONG EAST.

Jurong East was one of the foremost regions in Singapore to be chosen for the development of industrial estates. Great emphasis has been given to the development of HDB estates serving the local residents as well as to attract foreign investments. Over 23,000 housing units and 1,800 executive units serve the accommodation requirement of 90,000 local residents.

Investment into Jurong East HDB estate properties are considered beneficial to investors especially since the Urban Redevelopment Authority has revealed plans of converting the area close to Jurong East MRT Station into one of the biggest commercial hubs in the nation. The town also serves as a prime tourist destination, adding to the allure of Jurong East.

The amenities and facilities served by the HDB estate are of high quality with varied accommodation options.

Location Specifics

The Jurong East HDB Estate is situated in the western part of the city. Jurong East covers an area of 17 Sq Km. The neighbouring regions are Boon Lay (District 22) , Holland (District10), Clementi (District 05), West Coast (District 05), and Pioneer (District 22)

The area has been divided into several sub-zones so that the developmental needs of the region can be met with ease.

These are:

• - Boon Lay
• - Toh Guan

• - Yuhua, Jurong Lake

• - Jurong Regional Centre

• - International Business Park

• - Jurong River

• - Teban Gardens

• - Jurong Port

• - Penjuru Crescent

  
  

  
  

Transportation Facilities

Excellent road and railway transport network makes transportation easy for the local residents of Jurong East HDB estate.

There are many Mass Rapid Transit stations found at convenient locations within the city. Chinese Garden MRT Station and Jurong East MRT Station serve the residents of the HDB estate.

The Jurong East Bus Interchange serves as the main link between the estate and rest of the city. Bus services that run in the area are:

• SMRT - 178,176, etc.

  
  

• SBS - 78, 197, 97, SS4, 143, 198, 51, etc.

  
  

Taxis are also available near all major locations of Jurong East.

Educational Institutions

Educational institutions of repute are located close to the HDB estates imparting primary and higher education to its residents. Institutions offering tertiary courses are also present at a stone's throw distance from the HDB estate complex. Some of these have been listed below:

Primary Schools

• - Fuhua Primary School

• - Anderson Primary School

Secondary Schools

• - Hong Kah Secondary School

• - Shuqun Secondary School

• - Jurongville Secondary School

Tertiary Institutions

• - Informatics

• - German Institute Of Science And Technology (Gist)

  
  

Facilities/Amenities

Jurong East HDB Estate serves all the comforts and convenience of an urban lifestyle with healthy living conditions. The residents of the HDB Estate have easy access to a number of shopping centres, banks, ATMs, restaurants, recreation centres, entertainment complexes, clubs and places of religious interest.

Some of the prominent facilities found in this area are:

Shopping Centres

• IMM Shopping Mall

• Jurong Entertainment Centre

Dine-Out Places

• - Ajisen Ramen

• - Brilliant Garden Restaurant

• - Bali Thai Restaurant

Community Centres and Clubs

• - Jurong Country Club

• - Yuhua Community Club

Healthcare Facilities

• - Jurong Medical Centre

• - West Point Family Hospital

• - Alexandra Hospital

Places of Worship

• - Thong Whye Temple

• - Masjid Al-Mukminin

• - Jurong SDA Church

Others

• - Jurong Regional Library

• - International Business Park (IBP)

• - Jurong Cineplex

• - Palm View Garden

In the past few decades, property investment in the HDB estate has seen a phenomenal growth.

Jurong East HDB Estate has succeeded in serving a diverse population with lively living space and impressive services. People with a wider perspective can avail the comfort and convenience of a modern day lifestyle within these estates.

Did you know...

• Crocodiles used to infest the Jurong River.

• Singapore's only skating rink can be found in this area, at the Jurong Entertainment Centre.