5870. Parking warden.

 

22 Apr 2026: 9.37am.
Canon R5, 140mm, 1/2000 sec, f/5, ISO 1250

Parking warden wears pink decorated jacket. He works under the scorching hot sun, alert to any driver who drives off after parking. He collects notes, likely 400 to 500 IDR per open air parking.  

Rp1 = S$0.000073.

 

SGD	IDR
1 SGD	13,520.60 IDR

5869. Batam Ferry Centre

 

 

 22 Apr 2026: 4.46pm
Canon R5, 75mm, 1/80 sec, f/16, ISO 640. AV mode

Batam Centre International Ferry Terminal is the primary gateway to Batam, Indonesia, located in the city center across from Mega Mall and Harris Hotel . It offers high-speed ferry services from Singapore (HarbourFront and Tanah Merah) with a 45–60 minute travel time, operated by firms like Batam Fast, Majestic, and Sindo .

Key Information:

• Location: Teluk Tering, Batam City, Riau Islands, Indonesia .
• Amenities: Money changers, ATMs, souvenir shops, fast food, and a direct overhead bridge connecting to Mega Mall .
• Key Routes: Singapore (HarbourFront/Tanah Merah) and Johor (Pasir Gudang) .
• Proximity: Situated in the government/commercial district, close to Dataran Engku Putri .
• Tips: It can be crowded with long immigration lines, and it is recommended to use the free luggage check-in (for bags under 
  
  
  ) available at the counter under the escalator .
• Transportation: While Grab operates in Batam, they may not be allowed to pick up from the terminal, making taxis a common, though sometimes more expensive, option .

Main Ferry Operators:

• Batam Fast 
• Majestic Fast Ferry 
• Sindo Ferry 
• Horizon Fast Ferry 

Terminal Facilities & Nearby:

• Shopping: Directly connected to Mega Mall Batam Centre .
• Accommodation: Harris Hotel is opposite the terminal .
• Services: ATMs and money changers are readily available .

5868. HDB flats near Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. Blk 646 Yishun Street 61.

 

23 Apr 2026. 11.03am
Canon R5, 300mm, 1/400 sec, f/16, ISO 1600
Block 646 Yishun Street 61. Older flats are directly opposite KTPH.

HDB flats opposite Khoo Teck Puat Hospital (KTPH) are primarily located along Yishun Central, Yishun Avenue 2, and Yishun Street 61. Key projects and blocks in this prime location include the May 2022 BTO Yishun Beacon, which offers unparalleled access to KTPH, Yishun Community Hospital, and Yishun Park. 

Key Residential Locations Opposite KTPH:

• Yishun Beacon (BTO): Located along Yishun Avenue 2 and Yishun Central 1, this site provides 2-room, 4-room, and 5-room flats within a short walk to Yishun MRT and Northpoint City.
• Blocks 644 - 646 Yishun Street 61: These older, established flats are directly opposite KTPH, often listed for sale and rent due to their proximity to the hospital.
• Yishun Central 1/2: Various blocks in this area offer residents easy access to Yishun Pond Park and healthcare facilities. 

Amenities in the Immediate Area:

• Healthcare: Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Yishun Community Hospital, and Yishun Polyclinic.
• Lifestyle: Yishun Park, Yishun Pond Park, SAFRA Yishun, and Yishun Swimming Complex.
• Retail/Dining: Northpoint City, Yishun Park Hawker Centre. 

These homes are highly sought after due to their central location, accessibility to transportation, and close proximity to healthcare facilities.