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'.

Read more in The Straits Times Review on Tuesday.

Watch Razor TV's video on the Everest team  here.