Police Life finds out what went down during the 65th anniversary of the Singapore Traffic Games.
By: Amanda Wong
On 10 November 2023, the Road Safety Community Park was bustling with activity as more than 300 students and guests came together to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the Singapore Traffic Games. The event was jointly organised by the Singapore Police Force (SPF) Traffic Police and the Singapore Road Safety Council (SRSC), and supported by the Ministry of Education (MOE).
Mrs Josephine Teo, Minister for Communications and Information & Second Minister for Home Affairs, attended the event as the Guest of Honour and cheered the students on during the flag-off session. “Ready, set, go!” Airhorns sounded at the end of the countdown while students pedalled vigorously on their go-karts, marking the start of the Traffic Games.
First introduced to our shores by the Shell Petroleum Company in 1958, the Singapore Traffic Games seek to educate students on road safety rules and etiquette through role-playing.
Back then, the Traffic Games were held at Kallang Park, but had to be relocated due to the construction of the old National Stadium in 1967. This led to its permanent home at East Coast Park in 1981. Since then, the Road Safety Community Park (renamed Road Safety Park in 2002) has continued to play an important role in instilling good road safety habits among students.
In her opening address, Mrs Teo remarked on how the Traffic Games have been a rite of passage for many generations of Singaporeans over the past 65 years. “We all have a part to play in promoting road safety, and we must all chip in to keep everybody safe on the roads,” she said.
Not to be forgotten were all those who’ve championed road safety education for the young. To commemorate the 65th anniversary of the Singapore Traffic Games, the Traffic Police, SRSC and MOE have produced a Stamp Presentation Pack for stakeholders and partners who have contributed significantly to the Games.
The Stamp Presentation Pack features photographs of four generations of students participating in the Singapore Traffic Games, serving as a touching memento to those who’ve helped to raise road safety awareness over the years.
The event concluded with the winner of the Singapore Traffic Games Challenge Trophy being announced. Well done to Elias Park Primary School for emerging as the champion with the lowest number of accumulated demerit points!
The announcement brought an excited cheer from participants, marking the successful completion of another year of the Singapore Traffic Games. Moving forward, the Singapore Traffic Games will continue its role in educating the young and keeping our roads safe for all!
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