SWA’s Lunar New Year Celebration for Seniors 2026
On 13 March 2026, the Singapore Women’s Association (SWA) and PetroChina International (Singapore) Pte Ltd (PCSG) hosted their annual Lunar New Year lunch for the elderly at Chui Huay Lim Teochew Cuisine, 190 Keng Lee Road. Over 300 seniors from eight Active Ageing Centres (AACs) gathered to celebrate the Year of the Horse: THK AAC @ Indus, NTUC Health Corporation (Whampoa), ComSA @ Whampoa (Tsao Foundation), THK AAC @ Chinatown (Chin Swee), Moral AAC @ Redhill, Kreta Ayer SAC Banda Street, Sree Narayana Mission (SNM), and Kreta Ayer SAC Jln Kukoh. SWA and PCSG have partnered to bring this celebration to Singapore’s seniors since 2006.
Mr Ng Shi Xuan, Member of Parliament for Sembawang GRC, graced the event as Guest of Honour. He was received by a welcoming party comprising Mr Sun Jinhua (Managing Director, PetroChina International (Singapore)), Ms Lee Li Hua (President, SWA), Ms Sara Mei Woo (Advisor, SWA), and Ms Roxanne Zhang (Chair of the Organising Committee), together with senior PCSG management and SWA EXCO members.
Mr Ng Shi Xuan, Member of Parliament for Sembawang GRC and Guest of Honour, being received by Mr Sun Jinhua, Ms Lee Li Hua, Ms Sara Mei Woo, Ms Roxanne Zhang, and senior management of PetroChina International (Singapore)
As seniors arrived from the morning onwards, the hall was filled with music and festive cheer. The God of Wealth made his rounds to the delight of the audience, while Er Gu and her team of singers entertained guests with popular songs. The Sree Narayana Mission (SNM) Choir performed before the Lo-Hei toss at noon, symbolising prosperity and good health for the year ahead.
Er Gu, whose full name is Choy Peng Hoi, is a beloved household name in Singapore, especially among the older generation. Known for her powerful vocals and energetic performances, she and her team once again entertained the seniors with a repertoire of old and popular songs that resonated with the audience. Her lively presence and engaging performance brought joy to the celebration.
Er Gu entertaining seniors with her lively performance
The speeches commenced with Ms Roxanne Zhang, Chair of the Organising Committee, delivering her thank-you address. Ms Lee Li Hua, President of SWA, then gave the welcome address, followed by Mr Sun Jinhua, Managing Director of PetroChina International (Singapore). Mr Ng Shi Xuan delivered the Guest of Honour’s speech and presented an appreciation plaque to Mr Sun Jinhua in recognition of PCSG’s generous support. Group photos were taken on stage with VIPs, PCSG volunteers, and SWA members. Adding a personal touch to the afternoon, PCSG management Dai Guan and Hou Fudou each took to the stage to perform a song for the seniors.
Ms Roxanne Zhang, Chair of the Organising Committee, delivering her address.
Ms Lee Li Hua, President of SWA, delivering the welcome address.
Mr Sun Jinhua, Managing Director of PetroChina International (Singapore), delivering his speech.
Ang bao were distributed to all seniors by Mr Ng Shi Xuan, Mr Sun Jinhua, and Ms Lee Li Hua, joined by PCSG management paired with SWA EXCO members across all tables. Mr Sun Jinhua then personally presented longevity ang bao to 14 seniors aged 90 and above, a special acknowledgement of the oldest among the guests. PCSG volunteers distributed mandarin oranges and escorted seniors to their buses as the celebration drew to a close.
Guest of Honour Mr Ng Shi Xuan, MP for Sembawang GRC, personally distributing ang bao to seniors
This Lunar New Year celebration was more than a festive lunch. It was a demonstration of care and community. Through this annual partnership with PetroChina, SWA aims to enrich the lives of seniors from active ageing centres and to remind them that they remain cherished members of our society.
