MNRA Newsletter - 2014 Nov

10^th  November 2014

Dear Members

In recent months, we had droughts and water rationing in certain areas of Malaysia, followed by the haze causing sore throats and coughs amongst many of us. I hope the daily downpours will help alleviate our water levels at the dams. But ensure that you have clean compounds and not leave stagnant water around which can breed Aedes mosquitoes. Dengue has been rampant of late.

Activities held

The unpredictable weather made it hard for us to plan outdoor activities But we managed to hold a couple of events in the last quarter.

1.  MNRA Bowl for Fun Carnival- 24^th August at Sunway Mega Lanes

Last year we had overwhelming response for this event and  it was no different last August. A total of 18 teams (vs 15  last year) participated. A fun- filled day for Members and their families, plus some Nestlé employees who formed their own teams. No winners, no losers and all joined in the cheering as they hit a strike, disappointed when the ball rolled into the drain, etc. These were all memories which we will always remember for a long time…. at our age, we can still bowl for fun.

Can you see the familiar faces from last year?

Ekkehard van Leemputten aimed for a strike while Mrs Leong Poh Goek had quite a unique style.

The family team from youngest to the oldest.

It is anticipated that we shall be having another one next year and we hope that more Members will participate with their families.

For more, click on the following link....

 http://mynestleretiree.blogspot.com/2014/07/mnra-bowl-for-fun-carnival-sunday-24.html

2.    MNRA Kuching Local Chapter – 6^th September 2014

It seemed like we got together only a few months ago. But actually, when we arranged to have a lunch, it fell on 6^th Sept 2014, one day before the end of our first anniversary. It was so timely as we celebrated MNRA Kuching Local Chapter 2^nd year going forward.

Thanks to Raymond and Laurence, we rounded up about 20 people and even invited an old friend of Nestlé , Cheam Moi Fah, who used to work as our MAGGI Demonstrator in Kuching. Ah Moi as she is fondly known by all Nestlé employees in Sarawak was key in helping us drive MAGGI products especially in Kuching. She was so pleased to join us . It was nice to see Jennifer Wong from Sibu, Mary Liew and Catherine Cheng from Kuching – their first time .

MNRA Kuching celebrates 2nd Anniversary on 6th Sept 2014 at Sarawak Kuching Club with a luncheon

For more, click on the following link....

http://mynestleretiree.blogspot.com/2014/09/mnra-kuching-chapter-lunch-get-together.html

Cancelled/Postponed Events

The firefly excursion is cancelled due to poor response. At the same time the Annual Stepping Forward Walk for Wellness has been postponed. We were not able to get a suitable venue which would be easily accessible with a nice walking environment. Look out for it next year!

Coming Events

1.     MNRA Malacca Local Chapter Lunch - 22^nd November 2014 at Restaurant L.T.P S/B, Lot 11 Jalan Tun Sri Lanang, 751900 Melaka, at 1.00pm.

2.     MNRA Johore Local Chapter Lunch – Poolside, Bandar Sri Alam, Masai , Johor at 12.30pm

3.     2015 MNRA welcomes the New Year  Lunch - tentatively at 12.20pm on Sunday 25^th Jan 2015 at Amada Hotel, PJ. This will be free for MNRA members and RM 45nett for spouse or other friends.

4.     5^th AGM tentatively Wednesday, 11^th March 2015 at 10am. There will be elections for new Committee.

5.     April – Time to have a bit of sports…Badminton.

At the Nestlé Retirees Hi Tea, organized by Nestlé  Group Corporate Affairs, we did a small survey to find out what activities Retirees would be interested in for next year. We shall use the results to organize next year’s events.

Don’t forget to visit our blog for news :website 
http://mynestleretiree.blogspot.com/ 

for updated information.

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Important Announcement to all Pensioners/Retirees

Recently we have been advised that Nestlé HR has suspended the pensions of the following pensioners as they have not updated their particulars through the submission of Identification Certificate 2014. This was to be returned to Nestlé HR by 31^st March 2014. The following were affected:

Penang - Abu Bakar bin Mohd Ali              04 2815878     Addr : 293 E  Jalan Perak, Penang

Penang - Medar Be bt Abdul Rahman                                Addr:  86 R Kg Air Pisang, Ayer Itam, PG

Miri       - Foo Shin Shui                             085 434772       Addr:  No. 1A Jalan Krokop Utama, Miri 

Selangor - Ismail bin Othman                     012 3930774   Addr: No 10 Jalan Tempua 3, Puchong

Selangor - Khalijah bt Md Yusof                03 7781182     Addr: Lot 531 JalanYagi, Teuk Gadong

                                                                                                                     Kecil ,     Klang

Selangor - Lim Paik Choo                                                  Addr: 33 Jalan 64, Kepong Baru, KL

Selangor - Teng @ Fong Swee Lan        03 79541298     Addr: 111 Jalan 17/14, Petaling Jaya

Selangor - Yeo Hwa                                 03 40225477      Addr: No. 340 Lot 209, Batu 4 Jalan Gombak

                                                                                                             

Although they are not MNRA members, the Committee tried to contact them, but to no avail. Telephone numbers were changed or were not in use and the addresses were not updated.

Should you know them and their whereabouts, please help to communicate with them to get in touch with Nestlé HR Puan Jamaliah.sharuddinshafie@my.nestle.com  or telephone 03- 79656237/ En Meor – email meorzulkarnain.ahmadtarmize@my.nestle.com  or telephone 03 – 79656046. Nestlé HR is keen to release the pension back to them.

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On behalf of the MNRA Committee and its Local Chapters, we wish you an advanced Season’s Greeting  to end 2014. No doubt there will be lots of celebration, happy travelling with the family & grandchildren. Safe driving and we shall see you all soon.

Good health, happiness and peace always to all.

                      

Ms Leong Ming Chee                                                              Mdm Lee Poh Goek

            President                                                                                Secretary

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MNRA Kuching Region Lunch Get-together Sep 2014

Lunch Get-together @ Sarawak Club, Kuching
6th September 2014

Members Present:                                               Guests

1. Mr Raymond Teo (Chairman)                           1. Mrs Judith Teo
2. Mr Laurance Batin  (Secretary)                         2. Mrs Joyce Batin
3. Mr Victor Chan Heng Mun                                3. Mrs Chan
4. Salleh Ibrahim                                                   4. Mr Wong Chi Peng
5. Mrs Wu Fei Fei                                                  5. Chiam Moi Fah
6. Puan Sharifah Hajjah bin Wan Akil
7. Mrs Voon Nyat Chiang                                      6. Son
8. Mdm Shellyn Lai Lee Chan                               7. Daughter
9. Mrs Chong Shak Luke (rep Vincent Chong)
10. Ms  Mary Liew                                                 8. Daughter
11. Mrs Jennifer Wong
12, Ms Catherine Cheng

MNRA Committee Member
1. Ms Leong Ming Chee

Mr.Raymond Teo welcomed all present. This was the first get-together for 2014 with a few members attending for the first time, namely Mrs Jennifer Wong, Ms Catherine Cheng and Ms Mary Liew.
It was also good to see some children accompanying their parent for this occasion. Mr Raymond Teo also invited Ms Chiam Moi Fah fondly known as Ah Moi, who used to work as our MAGGI demonstrator in Kuching .

Following the 1st inaugural meeting last 7th Sept 2013, the issues which were brought up were resolved. These were mostly on staff purchase, Nestle Retiree card, The Nestle Edge.

However, we still have not found a solution for Sibu and MIri where there are no staff shops.
The Kuching Retirees also mentioned that there is stock shortage of NESCAFE 3 in 1 and NESTLE Omega Plus in the staff shop. They also advised that allocation on products – allowed to buy 6 cans only.

Ms Leong said she will bring this up to the Kuching Factory Manager as we had the same issue in Shah Alam and this allocation was lifted for the Retirees.

It was indeed a happy occasion for all who attended. Mr. Raymond Teo with his right hand men (Laurence, Salleh and Victor) managed to secure some Nestle products and goodies from Harrisons/Vincent Chong. We had MILO, Nestle Breakfast Cereals, MAGGI Noodles;  from Vincent Chong we had MUFC Sarawak Laksa paste and Chicken Curry Paste while Harrisions donated Wise chips, Glico and Wine.


Many thanks to Raymond and Team for the fantastic organization. They always do it with style –the Kuching way.

eh Raymond...smile la

oh...what's this??

where are the food, how ngor liou (in hakka= very hungry)

one of the lucky fello.....

 

MNRA Events - coming soon

1.  

*For more details, please  email nestleretireesassn@gmail.com,
  or Call/WhatsApp: 
Mr Chong Min SIn at 012 3795217 or 
En Ariffin Buranuddin at 012 2260022 or
Mr Tan Chee Seang at 0125509387


 

MNRA Bowl for Fun Carnival - Sunday 24 Aug 2014

It did not matter if the scores were low or balls rolled into gutters never to see the light of day of the bowling pins. What mattered most was all 18 teams had a ball of time at the MNRA Bowling Carnival held at the Sunway Mega Lanes, Sunway Pyramid on Sunday, 24th Aug 2014.
 
It was wonderful to see a bigger response this year ie 18 teams vis a vis 15 teams last year. A good sign for the future. Many have indicated looking forward and not wanting to miss this carnival next year.

good STRIKE.....

So much joy.. so much laughter ..so much fun …so much camaraderie and fellowship in the true Nestle spirit amongst bowlers in all shapes, sizes and age groups- young ,old and very old.

To us in MNRA there were no winners or losers .All who took part were winners in celebrating the Nestle spirit in this MNRA Bowl for Fun Carnival 2014.

So many prizes and lucky draws were won that almost every bowler returned home with something.        
The prize we in MNRA took home was most invaluable and the best  - the pleasant memories that we will cherish for a long time.

Our special thanks to MILO , Nestle Breakfast Cereals, Active Ad, Eternal Trophies, Sunway Mega Lanes  and SportsUnite for their sponsorship without which we in MNRA would not have been  able to organize this carnival successfully.



The Champion Team, MNRA Bowl 2014

Team Sawari bin Samsuri emerged champions with a 1422 pinfalls over 8 games with an average of 178 pinfalls per game.

Keep those balls rolling as we plan another enjoyable carnival come 2015.

Gaya ada..aha aha I like it.....

Mama says ...just go straight  my baby go....

Starting him young...

 

 

Enjoy the food.. and lets meet again in 2015!

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CLOSING DATE 14^th August 2014.

MNRA Newsletter - 2014 July

Date  :10th July 2014

Dear Members

Wow, we are into 2nd half of 2014. How time passes when we are retired and we are still so busy with our social life, travelling, looking after and enjoying our grandchildren.

We would like to update you on matters since the last AGM and our activities.

1. Update on matters from AGM

 i) Staff Purchase:
        • Retirees can change the location where they wish to purchase but they need to   
          inform HR.
        • Staff purchase at Shah Alam complex is resolved. Ms Teh Suet Hoon confirmed  
          there  is  no  allocation imposed for Nestlé Retirees staff purchase.
           Please check with Zaini, the person  in - charge of the staff purchase shop.
       • Retirees residing on Penang Island have to go across to Mainland to buy as there are
          no Distributors there.  The HR Director will discuss with the Sales Director to see if
          we can find a solution to this. Will update when we have more information.
       • Re staff purchase of Ice Cream and Chilled Products, MNRA will not pursue on this
          we believe this does not have major impact on us.
       • Expatriate staff who are now residing in Malaysia can apply for a staff purchase
          card through HR – HOU Encik Meor Zulkarnain Abdul Tarmizi or Jamaliah Shafie.

ii) Change of allocation for annual dinner     
     • Retirees who wish to change their location to attend annual dinner may do so
       but they have to advise HR – HOU attention Encik Meor Zulkarnain Abdul Tarmizi or
       Jamaliah Sharuddin Shafie. (email:meorzulkarnaun.ahmadtarmizi@my.nestle.com or
       jamaliah.sharuddin.shafie@my.nestle.com

 iii) Replacement of Retirees Card
     • Please write in to HR - HOU attention Encik Meor Zulkarnain Abdul Tarmizi or  Jamaliah Shafie if Retirees wish to replace their card. You need to provide your name, employee number and  a passport photo.
      
iv) Update Retirees’ status via Certificate of Identification
     • All Retirees are advised to update their status, change of address and telephone number, email address and bank account number to avoid any stopping of pension
payments.
      This is done once a year when HR sends out the Certificate of Identification If you have not receive this, please contact En Meor Zulkarnain or Jamaliah Sharuddin Shafie.
      
v) Medical Discounts at Hospitals 
    • This was discussed at length. Nestlé Malaysia no longer has any accounts with any   hospitals and therefore it is deemed not possible to provide any discounts for Retirees.
Matter is considered closed.

vi) Adjustment to pension
    • We have been informed that there will not be any adjustments in 2014.
      Nevertheless we are hopeful for the future and will continue to have dialogue with
      the Top Management of Nestlé.

2.  Activities

    i) MNRA Hi Tea at Bukit Kiara Equestrian Club on 16th May 2014
       It was the first event for 2014 with a good turnout of 66 members, spouses and
       friends. Even more fortunate for us as we had Honorary Members like Tan Sri Ernest
       Zulliger and Puan Sri Susy, Dato’ Frits van Dijk and Datin Jeng, Mr Nimal Koswanage
       and Nanda as well as Mr Ekkehard van Leemputten and Emilie – who just arrived 2
       days before. Apart from Mr Nimal Koswanage who is a strong supporter of MNRA and
       attended most of our activities, it was the first time for the others.
       After more than 30 years in Malaysia, Tan Sri Zulliger will return home to Switzerland.
       What an appropriate occasion for him to meet old friends and to bid farewell. We wish
       Tan Sri Zulliger and his wife Puan Sri Susy good health always and all the very best.
       Both Dato’ Frits van Dijk and Mr Ekkehard van Leemputten are regular visitors in
        Malaysia while Mr Koswanage is a resident here.

       Dato’ Frits said it was so good to see the Nestle Family Spirit still alive with the
       Retirees, just like when we were going for  “Together  for RM 1 Billion”.

       Buzzing conversations amidst the crowd, looking for good makan at the buffet table and
       Yang Kalsom – MNRA’s own MC had everyone laughing in stitches. Highlights as
       usual were the lucky draws but only one that all eyes were on. The WORLD CUP
       2014 Ball which was donated by Dato’ Dina Rizal from Sports Unite. The lucky winner
       was Dr Zawiah Hashim.


      We took the opportunity to present a Certificate of Appreciation to Alex Liew for his close
      collaboration with MNRA, taking all the photographs in all our events.

Front Row : Ekkehard van Leemputten, Emilie van Leemputten, Puan Sri Susy Zulliger, Tan Sri E Zulliger,  Leong Ming Chee, Dato’ Frits van Dijk, Datin Jeng van Dijk, Mr Nimal Koswanage, Datin Kalsom Taib.

Tan Sri Zulliger greeting Emilie and Ekkehard van Leemputten while Puan Sri Susy
and the van Dijks look on.

Dato’ Dina Rizal presenting the World Cup 2014 Ball to Dr Zawiah Hashim together with Datin Jeng and Yang Kalsom

All happy faces – Azizah, Lim Moi Heng, Mrs Soo, Shirley Hew, Ms  Loo PK, Susan Foo, Rosalind Seow, Catherine Lee, Zaiton  and Kimmy Tan

      ii) Golf and Fishing which were planned, had to be cancelled in view of poor response.

3. Next Activities

    i) MNRA Bowl for Fun Carnival – Sunday 24th August 2014 at SUNWAY MEGA LANES
       A wonderful event which brought Nestlé Retirees and Employees together is back again
      at Sunway Mega Lanes, Sunway Pyramid.
     Please see attached details and registration form for this event.
     CLOSING DATE 14th August 2014.

     ii) Trip to Kuala Selangor – Sat 27th Sept 2014

        This outing will comprise of dinner and to see fireflies, weather permitting.
        Do give us an indication by emailing to  nestleretireesassn@gmail.com
        or call any of the committee members to let us know if you are interested.
       
    iii) Stepping Forward Walk for Wellness SFWFW – Sat 6th December 2014
        Details  to be confirmed at a later date.

4. Resignations

    Due to personal commitments,  Tuan Hj Nawi Sadiq and En Taib bin Hashim
    have tendered their resignations. MNRA thanks them for the past contributions
    in the Association and we wish them good health always and all the best in their
    personal and professional life. 
 
5. Recruitment

    Total number of ordinary life members as at 18.6.2014     = 359  members
    Total number of honorary  members    as at 18.6..2014    =     9  members
    Total number of associate members    as at  18.6.2014    =   10  members
    Grand total                                                                            378 members

6. Communication, Feedback and Suggestions
    In the last AGM, we had indicated that we will email all MNRA communications
    if you have provided us with an email address . If however, you wish to receive a
    hard copy as well please send us an email or contact any of the committee members
    via sms/call. All other members will receive via the post.

     From time to time, we shall continue to post updates in our blog. Therefore we encourage you to access our blog.
     Visit MNRA Blog at http://mynestleretiree.blogspot.com

    MNRA is your association and therefore we welcome any feedback and suggestions on
    our activities Please email us at nestleretireesassn@gmail.com or call any of the Committee Members.

We continue to bring you activities to foster our relationship with all Retirees .

MNRA takes this opportunity to wish all our Muslim friends and their families 
    “Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitri”.

Ms Leong Ming Chee         Mdm Lee Poh Goek
President                            Hon. Secretary


     

Nestle Scholarship 2014



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