Woodlands is synonymous with the Causeway, which links Singapore to Johor Bahru in Malaysia, but many Singaporeans are unaware of the estate’s rich history that spans nearly 100 years. The area around modern-day Woodlands probably got its name from the rubber plantations that dotted the landscape in the early 1920s, which existed alongside poultry farms and coastal kampongs. Following independence, Singapore’s rapid development brought about a growing demand for new homes and industries. This led to the development of Woodlands New Town in the 1970s and 1980s. Meanwhile, as part of URA’s Master Plan 2014, Woodlands is set to be transformed into a regional centre for northern Singapore, similar to Tampines in the East and Jurong in the West. Around 100ha of land will be developed into new homes, offices and industrial parks.... Continue Reading