SINGAPORE'S first women's team to reach the top of Mt Everest was welcomed home last night by a crowd of cheering supporters, including Minister for Community Development, Youth and Sports Vivian Balakrishnan.
Ms Joanne Soo, 39; Ms Lee Li Hui, 27; Ms Jane Lee, 25; Ms Esther Tan, 26; and Ms Lee Peh Gee, 32, conquered the mountain almost two weeks ago.
The sixth member, Ms Sim Yi Hui, had to drop out due to chest pains.
Speaking at a press conference after their arrival, the women said they will now focus on public education talks to urge more Singaporeans to fulfil their dreams by 'climbing their own Everests'.
