PERWAKILAN LONDON: April 2009

VISITS AND BIRTH ACTIVITIES IN APRIL 2009

Puan Maisarah Mokhtar as Head of Welfare Perwakilan London together with Y Bhg. Datin Musrifah Sapardi being one of the Welfare committee members, had met up with two of Perwakilan's latest addition Pn Jah Lailawati and Pn Fauziah on Thursday 9th April 2009 over tea. Further thereto, following the recent birth of Pn Yantie's son, Imran Mikael on 9th April 2009, the Committee of Welfare Perwakilan London had dropped in for a visit at Pn. Yantie's residence at Rodney Court London on 30th April to congratulate as well as to present her with a little token from Perwakilan.

PHILLIPPINES' ASEAN LADIES' COFFEE MORNING - 16TH APRIL 2009

Datin Munah with other Malaysian ladies attendees

The wives of the Asean missions in London

The Asean Ladies Coffee Morning hosted by Phillippines ambassador's wife, Mrs Lydia Espiritu was held on 16th April 2009 at her residence in Beech Ridge, Coombe's Park, Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey. Datin Munah Abdul Razak was accompanied by 3 ladies from Perwakilan London and they were entertained with a rendition of traditional Filipino songs, sets of team games which included 'find the Easter eggs' which the Malaysian team won and sumptious Filipino luncheon spread.

BOWLING PRACTICE - 20TH APRIL 2009

The Bowling practice has been organized by the Sports Head of Perwakilan London, Puan Rosmawati Yusoff at Hollywood Bowl Finchley, Great North Leisure Park, Chaplin Square (Off Finchley High Road), Finchley, London on 20th April 2009 at 10.30am. There were 5 Perwakilan ladies joined in the practice for the upcoming Spring Bowling Tournament which will be held on early May 2009.

FAREWELL AND WELCOMING TEA PARTY - 7TH APRIL 2009

Farewell and welcoming party was held on 7th April 2009 at Prince of Wales Restaurant, 99-101, Willesden Lane, Kilburn, London. This party was organized by Group D to bid farewell to Puan Nurul Uyun Mohd. Helmi and welcome three new members, Cik Sarimah Akbar, Puan Jah Lailawati Wandi and Puan Fauziah Mohamed to Perwakilan London. There were lucky draws and the highlight of the party was a Department Karaoke Competition by ladies of the Perwakilan London. Datin Sharina Datuk Shaukat, representative from Maritime won the 1st Prize in the competition but she insisted that the prize to be given to the subsequent winner. Therefore, the prize for the Winner went to Puan Sharifah & Puan Rosmawati (Immigration), 1st Runner-up won by Puan Hasmah (Tourism Malaysia) and 2nd Runner-up won by Puan Sarimah (High Commission of Malaysia).

26TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF PERWAKILAN LONDON - 26TH MARCH 2009

The 26th Annual General Meeting of Perwakilan London was held on 26th March 2009 at the Malaysian High Commission office in London. It was launched by the Adviser, TYT Datuk Abdul Aziz Mohamed with his sincere reminder that all Perwakilan London members to get involved & gain more experience in all Perwakilan activities. Datin Dr. Musrifah Sapardi, the Vice President chaired the meeting with the approval from the President, Datin Munah Abdul Razak. Most of members of the previous Main Committee have been retained while they have also appointed few new members to be in the new committee.

ASEAN COFFEE MORNING & BOWLING - 25TH MARCH 2009

The Asean Coffee Morning and Bowling organized by Brunei High Commission was held on 25th March 2009 at the Airport Bowling Alley, Bath Road, Harlington, Middlesex for all the Asean ladies. There were 6 representative ladies from Perwakilan London in this bowling tournament. Yang Berbahagia Datin Munah Abdul Razak, President of Perwakilan won the 4th placing in the tournament while Puan Rosmawati Yusoff, the Sports Head of Perwakilan London won 3rd placing.

HAPPY HOURS 'FLOWER POWER' - 24TH MARCH 2009

In conjunction with the Mother's Day, Cultural Committee of Perwakilan London organised a Happy Hours with the theme of "Flower Power" on the 24th March 2009. The highlight of the Happy Hour were an exciting games, cultural dance and karaoke performed by Ladies of Perwakilan London. Puan Hasmah Hashim was also invited to deliver a poem in regards to the motherhood and Puan Normah Abdul Hamid shared her sweet memories with her mom.

CELEBRATION OF MAULIDUR RASUL - 19TH MARCH 2009

Celebration of Maulidur Rasul organized by Religion and Cultural Committee of Perwakilan London organised a luncheon on 19th March 2009. Puan NorHamadah Idris was invited to deliver a phrase of Al-Quran recitation followed by a lecture about the courtesy and birth by Ustaz Erfino Johari. There was also Asma Al-Husna & Nasyid perfomed by the Religion & Cultural Committee together with all Perwakilan London members.

ORGANIZATION COMMITTE 2009/2010

ADVISER

YANG BERBAHAGIA TYT DATUK ABDUL AZIZ MOHAMED

High Commissioner of Malaysia to the United Kingdom

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

PRESIDENT

YANG BERBAHAGIA DATIN MUNAH ABDUL RAZAK

VICE PRESIDENT
YANG BERBAHAGIA DATIN DR. MUSRIFAH SAPARDI

HON. SECRETARY
PUAN HASNIJAH HASHIM

ASST. HON. SECRETARY
PUAN YANTIE ROSLIE

HON. TREASURER
PUAN RAJA NURUL IMA RAJA ABDULLAH

ASST. HON TREASURER
PUAN NORMAH ABDUL HAMID

HEAD OF COMMITTEE MEMBERS

SOCIAL & VISIT
YANG BERBAHAGIA DATIN SHARINA DATUK SHAUKAT

EDUCATION
PUAN ROZITA DAWAN

CULTURAL
PUAN ROSNANI AB GHANI

WEB MASTER

PUAN HASMAH HASHIM

SPORTS

PUAN ROSMAWATI YUSOFF

WELFARE

PUAN MAISARAH MOKHTAR

RELIGION

PUAN ANIS BADIAH MAT NOR

DEMONSTRATION

PUAN NOOR AINI MUTI KAMARUDDIN

HOSPITALITY

PUAN HAPSAH ABU BAKAR

PROPERTY & ASSETS

PUAN FARIDAH NOORDIN

REPRESENTATIVES

COMMONWEALTH COUNTRIES LEAGUE FAIR (CCL) &

INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL SERVICE (ISS)

PUAN WAN MAHANOM WAN IBRAHIM

WOMEN'S COUNCIL & FIWAL
PUAN FATIMAH SAADON

TIPS

Oriental Market

Wing Yip Supermarket
Wing Yip is massive Chinese supermarket, with free outdoor and underground parking. It has a lift to get to the shop floor, and it has absolutely everything that an Oriental Chef would need. You can also buy oriental kitchen utensils like steamers and other things that they use. They also sell books on oriental cookery and traditional Chinese ornaments. A trip to Wing Yip made it easy, as they have a huge frozen food section. They were also fresh vegetables, sweet chilli sauces, spices, rice and etc.

Address: 395 Edgware Road, Cricklewood, London NW2 6LN
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8450 0422

Hoo Hing Supermarket
Hoo Hing is an importer and wholesaler of oriental food products. Products can be purchased directly from their Chinese cash and carry store or via online where they offer home delivery via parcel service. They often sell packs of frozen raw giant prawns, which are excellent, as good as fresh. They also supply everything needed to prepare the perfect Oriental meal. In order to enhance a dinner table, party or special occasion the supplies range from fresh Chinese vegetables, delicious dim sum, authentic sauces, a variety of noodles, aromatic spices, an extensive range of seafood plus many other specially selected ingredients from around the Far East.

Address: North Circular, Park Royal, London NW10 7ZX
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8838 3388

Loon Fung Supermaket
Loon Fung Supermarket is located in Chinatown. It is a decent sized shop which has a wide range of food which is piled fairly high. Additionally, they have crockery so if you need bowls, chopsticks, etc it is a good place to go. Outside they have a good range of fresh fruits and vegetables including, according to season, dragon fruit, lychees, rambutan, Chinese pears etc. This supermarket is a convenient place to pick up all your Chinese cooking essentials.

Address: 42-44 Gerrard Street, Chinatown, LondonW1D 5QG
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7437 7332

Tawana Supermarket
Tawana is an importer of a wide range of fresh products from Thailand and neighbouring countries for individuals and the catering trade. Some of the products include a variety of fresh herbs, fresh vegetables, fresh seasonal exotic fruits and food ingredients from different regions of Thailand. They also offer a vast selection of canned-food products from Thailand, Thai magazines, newspapers, videos and cds, fresh flowers and garlands and Japanese, Chinese and Phillipine food products.

Address: 16-18 Chepstow Road, LondonW2 5BD
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7221 6316

Other Market

Portobello Market
Portobello Road Market is one of the most famous markets in the world and is internationally recognised for its second-hand and antique sections. Statistically it features in the top ten rankings as the most visited tourist site in London. It is regularly the focus of press and media attention and mostly remembered from recently the film "Notting Hill". The market has a mix of fruit and vegetable produce, new goods and hot food stalls. Friday the second hand market is open and on Saturday the famous antiques market is held towards the Southern end of Portobello Road, near Notting Hill Gate.
In addition to the antique stalls there are a whole host of arcades, galleries, shops and cafes open to cater for the flocks of tourists and visitors. A recent addition to the Saturday market is the Arts & Crafts section which is located just off Portobello Road on the Tavistock Piazza. This was created to encourage a range of unique trades and handicrafts.

Address: Portobello Road, London W11 2QD

Burnt Oak
Burnt Oak is a sizeable and busy centre geared largely to the needs of the local, diverse ethnic communities. There are countless shops selling discounted goods including homeware, haberdashery, fabrics and fruit and vegetables. The centre's location on the Edgware Road, combined with the attraction of Watling Market, means that it also draws people from a wide catchment area, thanks in part to the number of bus routes and tube station.

Address: Waitling Avenue, London HA8 OLF

Church Street Market
Church Street Market; one of Londons' oldest street markets, located in central London within a few minutes walk of Edgware Road tube station, Marylebone train station and served by a number of buses into London's West End. From Monday to Thursday the market is dedicated to fresh fruit and veg stalls. On Friday and Saturday, with over 200 stalls lining the street, you can find a wide variety of goods including, fruit and veg, fresh fish, cheese, clothes, and electrical and household goods.

Address: Church Street, London NW8

PERWAKILAN LONDON