Vance Tan quotes: As noted, VanceTan.com is the co-sponsor for Pengiran Jaya Negara Pengiran Haji Abu Bakar Secondary School, whereby the team will be playing at the University Brunei Darussalam’s Cup in just a few days. This evening will see the team playing against Institut Teknologi Brunei or commonly known by Bruneians as ITB. The match will start at mid 5 this evening itself.

Meanwhile, this morning at PJN Secondary School was the Pembimbing Rakan Sebaya function as well as the official announcement of the Head and Assistant Head Prefects for the session 2009.

The Brunei Times, incorporated in Brunei Darussalam is holding their “Brunei Essay Writing Competition” which will due on 30 April 2009. This competition is open to all Bruneians and those residing in Brunei Darussalam. Additionally, the management and staff of Brunei Times Sdn. Bhd. and their immediate family members are not allowed to participate in this competition.

The Brunei Times Essay Competition is divided into 3 categories:

i. Primary School:
Topic: What I Like Most About My School and Country
Essay submitted should be no more than 200 words.

ii. Secondary School:
Topic: How I Like To See My Country In The Next 25 Years
Essay submitted should be no more than 400 words.

iii. Open:
Topic: How We Can Help Brunei Darussalam Realise Vision 2035
Essay submitted should be between 600-800 words.

The grand prize winner will walk away with a brand new laptop, sponsored by Netcom Computer House, Dining Vouchers for 4 at the Sheraton Utama Hotel, A one-year subscriptions to the Brunei Times as well as $3000 cash.

For more information and queries, email The Brunei Times essay competition department at the email essay@bruneitimes.com.bn.