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Elisa Chia

Elisa has been in journalism for more than 20 years and is now a correspondent at The Straits Times. She began her career covering entertainment news, where her fluency in Mandarin and Cantonese came in handy. She was drawn to writing parenting features after she became a mum. She also manages the ST Smart Parenting website and weekly newsletter. From time to time, she returns to her roots, interviewing celebrities and reviewing concerts.

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Holiday fun: Check out Curiosity Cove and Airzone, and snap photos with Baby Shark and Mickey Mouse

(Clockwise from top left) Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Airzone at City Square mall, Pinkfong & Baby Shark free stage show and Disney-themed festivities at Changi Airport and Jewel.
(Clockwise from top left) Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Airzone at City Square mall, Pinkfong & Baby Shark free stage show and Disney-themed festivities at Changi Airport and Jewel.

From 1,000-year-old tree to natural hot spring: 5 S’pore spots to wow kids and spark learning

A child stops to admire the 1,000-year-old olive tree in the Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay on Nov 5, 2025. Relatively unknown spots in Singapore where children can engage in experiential learning.
A child stops to admire the 1,000-year-old olive tree in the Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay on Nov 5, 2025. Relatively unknown spots in Singapore where children can engage in experiential learning.

Choosing a secondary school: 7 questions parents can ask their children to guide them

Principal Lee Han Hwa with his students who won the National School Games C Division rugby boys final on Aug 20.
Principal Lee Han Hwa with his students who won the National School Games C Division rugby boys final on Aug 20.

Funeral director Darren Cheng talks to his 3 kids about death to give them fresh look on life

Mr Darren Cheng, chief executive of Direct Funeral Services, has authored a new book The Colours Of Missing You, which aims to help kids comprehend loss and grief. He is seen here with his wife Jenny Tay and their three kids.
Mr Darren Cheng, chief executive of Direct Funeral Services, has authored a new book The Colours Of Missing You, which aims to help kids comprehend loss and grief. He is seen here with his wife Jenny Tay and their three kids.

Fun With Kids: New playground at National Museum, PastaMania kids’ menu, picture book for charity

The whale-themed playground draws inspiration from the National Museum’s early origins as a natural history institution.
The whale-themed playground draws inspiration from the National Museum’s early origins as a natural history institution.

Fun With Kids: Marina Bay Sands’ family deals, Giant Clam Calamity book, theatre show Brainstorm

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Concert review: Twice member Jeongyeon reunites with K-pop girl group on a next-level stage

Twice's (from left) Chaeyoung, Mina, Jihyo, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Nayeon, Dahyun and Tzuyu performed to a capacity crowd of 11,000 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Oct 11.
Twice's (from left) Chaeyoung, Mina, Jihyo, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Nayeon, Dahyun and Tzuyu performed to a capacity crowd of 11,000 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Oct 11.

Fun With Kids: Halloween fun at National Gallery S’pore, Dr Seuss’ animated shows on Netflix

Kids can join a Monster Builders craft workshop at the Keppel Centre for Arts Education.
Kids can join a Monster Builders craft workshop at the Keppel Centre for Arts Education.

Concert review: Enhypen keep their promise to fans in Singapore

Enhypen returned to captivate a capacity crowd with a tight two-hour show in Singapore on Oct 3.
Enhypen returned to captivate a capacity crowd with a tight two-hour show in Singapore on Oct 3.

Fun With Kids: Labubu-themed zones at VivoCity, KFC kids’ meals return, Timezone’s $1 racing games

Snap some pictures with installations inspired by Pop Mart's The Monsters Wacky Mart series.
Snap some pictures with installations inspired by Pop Mart's The Monsters Wacky Mart series.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2025 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.