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Zawya
3 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Fieldnotes Celebrates Second Anniversary with New Store in Raffles City and Limited-Edition Collection
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 June 2025 - Homegrown bakery Fieldnotes celebrates its second anniversary this June with the opening of a new cake shop at Raffles City and the launch of a limited-edition merchandise collection. This marks the brand's fourth location in Singapore—and its first in the Central Business District (CBD)—extending Fieldnotes' presence from residential neighbourhoods to the city centre. Expansion to Raffles City and New Dine-In Concept Founded in 2023, Fieldnotes began as a boutique cake brand inspired by botanical aesthetics, subtle natural flavours, and a desire to offer quality cakes in Singapore that cater to everyday enjoyment rather than just special occasions. Over the past two years, it has expanded from a single location into a recognisable name among Singapore's lifestyle-conscious dessert enthusiasts. With the new cake shop opening in Raffles City, the brand aims to reach working professionals and city shoppers looking for desserts to share at the office or bring home. The outlet will also feature design elements that reflect Fieldnotes' connection to nature, including plant installations, stucco walls, and textured finishes. The choice of interior design aligns with the brand's intention to create a calm, organic atmosphere amid the city's hustle and bustle. 'This expansion reflects our commitment to reaching more parts of Singapore and sharing our cakes and flavours with a broader community,' said Ms Heng Li Jin, Director of Fieldnotes. Anniversary Promotions and Merchandise To celebrate its second anniversary, Fieldnotes will also be introducing a series of promotions at its Neil Road outlet. These include special in-store deals, gifts with purchase, and the launch of a limited-edition merchandise collection. The collection, which includes T-shirts, sticker sheets, and cooler bags, marks Fieldnotes' first venture into lifestyle merchandise. Available while stocks last, these items extend the brand's identity beyond food, offering customers new ways to engage with its nature-inspired aesthetic. While no new cake flavours have been officially announced for the anniversary month, the brand continues to explore ingredients such as tea, herbs, cocoa, and nuts. These choices reflect the company's focus on evoking earthy, natural elements through its offerings. Growth and Future Direction The opening of the new cake shop in Raffles City is one step in a broader expansion strategy. A new dine-in concept is currently in development, with plans to incorporate nature more deeply into both the menu and the experiences they offer. According to Ms Heng, Fieldnotes' evolution over the past two years has been guided by a desire to create cakes that are part of daily life. 'Our philosophy is rooted in intentionality, storytelling, and connection—we hope to create meaningful moments through both our cakes and our dine-in spaces,' she shared. More information on store locations, anniversary events, and product availability can be found at the Fieldnotes website and social media #Fieldnotes #NewOutlet The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Fieldnotes Fieldnotes is a Singapore-based bakery and cake shop offering desserts inspired by natural flavours and botanical elements. Established in 2023, the brand focuses on creating cakes that are suitable for everyday occasions, prioritising natural ingredients, intentional design, and accessible flavours. Currently, Fieldnotes has outlets in Neil Road, The Woodleigh Mall, and Tampines 1, with its newest outlet opening soon at Raffles City. Fieldnotes
Malay Mail
3 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Fieldnotes Celebrates Second Anniversary with New Store in Raffles City and Limited-Edition Collection
SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 June 2025 - Homegrown bakery Fieldnotes celebrates its second anniversary this June with the opening of a new cake shop at Raffles City and the launch of a limited-edition merchandise collection. This marks the brand's fourth location in Singapore—and its first in the Central Business District (CBD)—extending Fieldnotes' presence from residential neighbourhoods to the city in 2023, Fieldnotes began as a boutique cake brand inspired by botanical aesthetics, subtle natural flavours, and a desire to offer quality cakes in Singapore that cater to everyday enjoyment rather than just special occasions. Over the past two years, it has expanded from a single location into a recognisable name among Singapore's lifestyle-conscious dessert the new cake shop opening in Raffles City, the brand aims to reach working professionals and city shoppers looking for desserts to share at the office or bring home. The outlet will also feature design elements that reflect Fieldnotes' connection to nature, including plant installations, stucco walls, and textured finishes. The choice of interior design aligns with the brand's intention to create a calm, organic atmosphere amid the city's hustle and bustle.'This expansion reflects our commitment to reaching more parts of Singapore and sharing our cakes and flavours with a broader community,' said Ms Heng Li Jin, Director of celebrate its second anniversary, Fieldnotes will also be introducing a series of promotions at its Neil Road outlet. These include special in-store deals, gifts with purchase, and the launch of a limited-edition merchandise collection, which includes T-shirts, sticker sheets, and cooler bags, marks Fieldnotes' first venture into lifestyle merchandise. Available while stocks last, these items extend the brand's identity beyond food, offering customers new ways to engage with its nature-inspired no new cake flavours have been officially announced for the anniversary month, the brand continues to explore ingredients such as tea, herbs, cocoa, and nuts. These choices reflect the company's focus on evoking earthy, natural elements through its opening of the new cake shop in Raffles City is one step in a broader expansion strategy. A new dine-in concept is currently in development, with plans to incorporate nature more deeply into both the menu and the experiences they to Ms Heng, Fieldnotes' evolution over the past two years has been guided by a desire to create cakes that are part of daily life. 'Our philosophy is rooted in intentionality, storytelling, and connection—we hope to create meaningful moments through both our cakes and our dine-in spaces,' she information on store locations, anniversary events, and product availability can be found at the Fieldnotes website and social media #Fieldnotes #NewOutlet The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Fieldnotes Fieldnotes is a Singapore-based bakery and cake shop offering desserts inspired by natural flavours and botanical elements. Established in 2023, the brand focuses on creating cakes that are suitable for everyday occasions, prioritising natural ingredients, intentional design, and accessible flavours. Currently, Fieldnotes has outlets in Neil Road, The Woodleigh Mall, and Tampines 1, with its newest outlet opening soon at Raffles City.
Malay Mail
4 hours ago
- Business
- Malay Mail
Aurealis Serviced Residence Marks 16 Years in Singapore's Hospitality Sector
Isabelle Loo - Managing Director of Aurealis Serviced Residence SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 June 2025 -Aurealis Serviced Residence commemorates its 16th anniversary on 22 June, marking a journey that began with a single investment property and has since grown into a long-stay luxury accommodation brand in the heart of idea for Aurealis was inspired by the founder's experience staying in bed-and-breakfasts during her travels. Motivated by the warm, personalised hospitality she encountered abroad, she envisioned offering a similar experience in Singapore—particularly for professionals visiting the city for extended began its journey as Marina Bay Serviced Residence, launched from a single investment property in Singapore's Central Business District/ CBD. From the outset, the luxury accommodation brand was developed with a strong foundation in planning, structure, and service. As demand for longer-term stays grew, the business pivoted to specialise in fully furnished service apartments in Singapore tailored for extended has remained focused on delivering a stay experience shaped by responsiveness and attentiveness. The team gathers feedback from each guest, refining the experience over time based on what visitors value founder, Isabelle Loo, previously served as a Senior Education Officer with Singapore's Ministry of Education. Drawing on her background in organisational development, team leadership and empowerment, she translated those skills into managing a guest-focused business with structured goals and clear service 2013, with support from Spring Singapore, the brand underwent a major rebranding. It became Aurealis Serviced Residence, a name inspired by the aurora borealis that the founder witnessed in Norway—a display of light that was ethereal, radiant and powerful.'From day one, our mission has been simple yet powerful: Exceptional People to provide Exceptional Experiences,' said Isabelle Loo, Founder and General 2021, she enrolled in an interior design course through Singapore's SkillsFuture initiative, applying what she learned to enhance the design and layout of Aurealis apartments. She continues to be personally involved in guest check-ins and conversations, which offer valuable insights into guest expectations and preferences.'Those interactions help us improve not just the luxury service apartment itself, but the entire stay experience,' she 16 years of operational experience, Aurealis continues to explore future growth, including the possibility of introducing this luxury accommodation brand overseas. To stay ahead, the team regularly studies international best practices and remains agile in its approach to design and service delivery.'Our long-term goal is to offer our business travellers memorable extended stays,' she notes. 'The feedback we've received over the years gives us a sense of where we could go—but there's still more to be done.'Hashtag: #AurealisServicedResidence The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Aurealis Serviced Residence Aurealis Serviced Residence offers luxury accommodations in Singapore. Located in Marina Bay, the brand is also a practical corporate housing choice for business travellers seeking a well-appointed, longer-term stay. Each unit is equipped with a fully-equipped kitchen, in-suite laundry facilities, high-speed Wi-FI and a dedicated workspace with a printer.
Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
One dead after legionnaires' outbreak
One person has died following an outbreak of legionnaires' disease in Sydney's CBD prompting authorities to issue a health alert. NSW Health said 12 people who spent time in the city and surrounding suburbs between March and April had contracted the deadly disease. 'Sadly, one of the people who contracted the disease passed away in hospital last week,' a NSW Health spokesman said on Wednesday. Authorities tested more than 165 cooling towers in the city and detected legionella bacteria in one. The cooling tower is being decontaminated and further tests are being conducted to determine if it was the source of the outbreak. Anyone who was in the Sydney CBD and surrounding suburbs between March and April is urged to be aware of symptoms including fever, chills, coughing and shortness of breath. Symptoms can develop up to 10 days after exposure and anyone who experiences symptoms should see their doctor. South Eastern Sydney Local Heath District Public Health Unit Director Vicky Sheppeard said 11 people with the disease had been hospitalised and one person received care out of hospital. 'Legionnaires' disease is caused by infection with legionella bacteria,' Dr Sheppeard said. 'Outbreaks sometimes occur when bacteria from environmental sources such as cooling towers atop large buildings become contaminated. It is not spread from person to person. 'NSW Health continues to work closely with the City of Sydney to identify, inspect and sample any cooling towers in the CBD potentially implicated in the outbreak. 'Most building owners have responded quickly to ensure that their cooling towers are operated and maintained in compliance with the NSW Public Health Regulation 2022.'
The Age
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
Gina Rinehart spends tens of thousands of dollars to evacuate media chief from Israel
We last encountered Radford spinning for the Liberals' failed candidate, Ro Knox, in the hard-fought Liberal-Teal battle for Wentworth at the last election. And before that, he popped up at Mar-a-Lago in November as US President Donald Trump celebrated his return with a lavish event. Clearly a man with a knack of being at the centre of the news cycle. While in Israel as stress levels rose, Radford was sharply critical of the Australian government at one point, posting 'Thank God for the private sector!' on Instagram after attacking the government for having 'ZERO plan on how to get Aussies out'. It is fair to say this attitude and Radford's speedy evacuation rankled with some other Australians who were stuck in Tel Aviv while he made it out against Australian and Israeli government advice, which in the early stages was to stay close to bomb shelters. But Radford said he was given advice from another source to evacuate. 'I think the Australian government could have been more prepared and acted faster,' he told CBD. Radford made his way in a convoy of black luxury minivans to the Jordanian border and then to Amman and a flight back to Melbourne when airspace was open. And judging by his Insta post of a breakfast tray of a silver basket containing heated croissants, a pat of butter and a jam pot, he clearly wasn't flying coach. CJ Hendry does Chaddy Chadstone Shopping Centre, aka Melbourne's Fashion Capital, is busy playing host to one of Australia's most successful contemporary artists. And here we were thinking Chaddy was just a place to enjoy a nice plate of lemon chicken. CJ Hendry – South African-born and New York-based but a self-described 'Brissie bogan' – has grown quite the following on social media. Although she has no interest in the traditional art world or Australia's stuffy Archibald Prize, her almost 900,000 Instagram followers are serving her just fine – thank you very much! This Lost & Found exhibition is based on Hendry's first visit to the Fashion Capital, where she grew quickly disoriented among the centre's 500 different stores. 'It's like a labyrinth,' the artist mused. Loading We couldn't agree more, CJ. On Wednesday night, the champagne flowed, costumed ladies glided around on stilts, and an ever-enthusiastic disc jockey spun some bouncy Dua Lipa remixes. But Hendry and her team were surely weary after basically pulling an all-nighter to finish building the set pieces in time. (Some parts of the exhibition were held up at the Australian border, you see). No sign of the centre's billionaire nonagenarian owner, John Gandel. He was getting a private viewing at a later date, of course. But in true Melbourne fashion, a gaggle of event connoisseurs flocked to the city's south-east. Former queen of the FM airwaves, Kate Langbroek, was spotted beelining straight for the caviar and oysters, and indulging in both a negroni and a glass of Moet. Lovable larrikins Symon Lovett and Adam Densten of Gogglebox Australia fame couldn't resist being patrons of the arts – nor could fellow Network 10 Melebrity Sam Wood from the 2015 edition of The Bachelor. And Lauren Phillips from Nova's Melbourne breakfast show was the lucky winner of a Hendry original, if social media is to be believed. Overall, CBD liked what they did with the place. This columnist almost forgot we were sitting inside a shopping centre … As long as we ignored the giant Target logo in our peripheral vision. CHUniverse Potts Point Vietnamese joint Lady Chu has become an unlikely magnet for the Sydney's good and great ever since CBD revealed its outspoken owner Nahji Chu 's profane but righteous rant at a bunch of hapless council workers. The latest customers – South Australian Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young with her dining companion, Sydney independent MP Alex Greenwich. Gotta take the out-of-towners to the best spots. As CBD has reported previously, Greenwich, a protegee of Sydney's forever Lord Mayor Clover Moore, took up the role of unlikely peacemaker in Chu's war with the council. Helps to have friends on both sides. The restaurant's success – Nigella Lawson dined there last week – represents quite the comeback for Chu. A decade ago, her Vietnamese tuckshop empire MissChu collapsed with millions owed to creditors, including unpaid staff entitlements. Now, she's talk of the town. Stela job shift Last year, the Albanese government suddenly got very excited about quantum computers. So excited that it invested $470 million in Silicon Valley-based start-up PsiQuantum, which is planning to build a supercomputer in Brisbane. The investment was matched by Queensland's then-Labor government. Loading But the Coalition has continued to cry foul about the deal, pointing to links between then-industry and science minister Ed Husic 's staff and one of the company's investors. Last year, the newly elected Liberal National government in Queensland promised to review its predecessors' investment, claiming PsiQuantum was 'dripping with Labor lobbyists'. Naturally, the company had hired Labor-aligned lobbyists, as most ambitious corporates in Canberra have. And now, they've picked up another Labor connection straight out of the Prime Minister's Office, with Stela Todorovic, one of Anthony Albanese 's 10 media advisers (none of whom answer CBD's calls), joining the company. And then there were nine. Todorovic, formerly a press gallery rising star, joined the PMO two years ago when she resigned from Network 10 after being passed over to replace Peter Van Onselen (remember that guy?) as political editor. Now, she joins the classic post-election reshuffle as staffers come and go from the ministerial wing.
