Singapore has just celebrated the 44th anniversary of its independence, and in conjunction with the commemoration of this occasion, the Alfa Romeo Owners' Club Singapore (AROC SG) organised a lunch with the support of EuroAutomobile, the local Alfa Romeo importer.

The Club was fortunate to have four classic Alfa Romeo models present for this event – a Giulia Sprint GT, GT 1600 Junior, GT 2000 Junior and a Giulia Super 1.3 – which sat alongside modern day interpretations from the Italian brand, including the 147, GT, 155, 156 and 159.

One of the key activities launched during the lunch was AROC SG’s annual charity fundraiser initiative. Unlike previous years, instead of a one-time donation, the Club has decided to incorporate and spread its fundraising initiative over the remainder of its 2009 events and activities. This year, the Club has nominated Sanctuary House, which is dedicated to preventing abandonment of babies, infants and children and to empowering biological and adoptive families. This initiative has got off to a good start with several participants making their donation pledges.

The event programme also included a presentation of the Club’s planned events for the remainder of 2009 and 2010. Events and activities in 2010 will be of special interest to Alfa Romeo owners' as some are being organised in conjunction with Alfa Romeo’s Centenary year celebrations. Participants were also given an insight into the development of the Alfa Romeo World Club Federation – Alfisti – in support of the various Alfa Romeo Owners’ Club activities. AROC SG and EuroAutomobile wishes Singapore a Happy 44th Birthday.

by Colin Ong