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Straits Times
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Medallions with Singapore Botanic Gardens' iconic landmarks launched to mark milestone-filled year
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Each medallion, available in both gold and silver, commemorates one of its landmark anniversaries. SINGAPORE - Collectors can now get their hands on three intricately designed commemorative medallions marking several key milestones in 2025 for the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Launched by the Singapore Mint as part of a special collaboration with the Gardens, the medallions feature its three iconic landmarks - the Bandstand, the Singapore Herbarium, and the Burkin Hall at the National Orchid Garden. Each medallion, available in both gold and silver, commemorates one of its landmark anniversaries, the National Parks Board said in a statement. These are the 10th anniversary of Gardens' inception as a Unesco World Heritage Site, the 30th anniversary of the National Orchid Garden, and the 150th anniversary of the Singapore Herbarium and Library of Botany and Horticulture. The medallions are sold individually and in three-in-one collector sets, and can be purchased at all Singapore Mint retail outlets and on . Light shows, performances and other festivities For the first time, visitors can enjoy a nightly light show at the Gardens and watch the Swan Lake and Tanglin Gate bathed in multi-coloured light. The light show will take place between 7.30pm and 10pm, from July 19 to Aug 10. It will be complemented by light installations at the Bandstand, Clock Tower at Orchid Plaza, and Palm Court near Nassim Visitor Services Centre. Light shows will take place daily at two locations in the Gardens - Swan Lake and Tanglin Gate. PHOTO: NATIONAL PARKS BOARD The light-up is part of the 10th edition of the Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Festival held from July 19 to 27 and featuring over 40 free activities for visitors. Other festival highlights include musical performances, outdoor movie screenings, guided tours and hands-on workshops. Visitors can step into the shoes of scientists, with a workshop allowing them to conduct practical laboratory tasks, such as DNA extraction using bananas and cell staining with onion roots. This allows them to take a glimpse into the plant conservation work that happens behind the scenes in the Gardens. The Gardens has also released the second edition of Gardens of Perpetual Summer, a publication that traces its history and legacy since its establishment in 1859. The first edition was published in 2009 to mark its 150th anniversary. The book can be purchased at the Gardens Shop and online . The annual orchid show This year marks the 30th anniversary of the National Orchid Garden, which will play host to the Singapore Garden Festival (SGF) Orchid Show from July 19 to 27. The show will feature an orchid competition with 75 categories. PHOTO: NATIONAL PARKS BOARD The show, organised by NParks and the Orchid Society of South-east Asia (OSSEA), will feature an orchid competition with 75 categories. The public can view all competition entries, including the winning orchids across all categories, at Burkill Hall and Tropical Montane Orchidetum at the National Orchid Garden. Singapore residents can enjoy free entry during the Orchid Show and go on free guided tours, which are available daily.
Borneo Post
14-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Heritage Speakers Series in Kuching to feature illustrious M'sian landscape architect Inch Lim
Illustrious Malaysian landscape architect Inch Lim will be speaking at the coming Heritage Speakers Series on May 17. KUCHING (May 15): Malaysian landscape architect Lim In Chong, otherwise known as Inch Lim, will be sharing his visionary approach to landscape design at the coming Heritage Speakers Series here this Saturday (May 17). Titled 'Inch by InCh', the talk is organised by the Sarawak Heritage Society and will be held at the Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus lecture theatre, starting at 2pm. According to a press release, Lim's visit to Kuching presents an exciting opportunity for residents and city planners alike to engage with the internationally acclaimed architect. 'As urban areas grapple with environmental challenges, his emphasis on biodiversity, sustainability, and emotional resonance offers a compelling blueprint for future developments,' read the statement. Born in 1955 in Batu Pahat, Johor, Lim developed an early affinity with the natural world. His childhood explorations of local waterways and forests instilled in him a profound appreciation for nature's intricacies. Though he had initially ventured into various professions, Lim pursued his true calling in landscape design in his mid-40s where he later earned a Master's degree in Design and Architecture from RMIT University in Australia, solidifying his commitment to the craft. He also founded Inchscape, a multidisciplinary design firm specialising in landscape architecture, urban planning, and interior design. Under his leadership, Inchscape has executed projects across Malaysia, Singapore, China, Japan, and beyond. His innovative designs have earned him numerous awards on the global stage including four gold medals at the prestigious Gardening World Cup in Japan. Lim's work has also been recognised at the Singapore Garden Festival, where his 2018 entry, 'The Wild and The Restless,' won Best of Show, Gold, and Horticulture Excellence awards. Beyond his professional endeavors, Lim also cultivated his own sanctuary, Langkah Suka in Batu Pahat, a 10-acre biodiverse estate which is home to over 700 plant species and a myriad of wildlife. Those who wish to attend the talk are welcome to register via Google Form at
