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This teacher’s Foss way always led her back to South East Asia
CROYDON CHRONICLES: In his latest delve into the archives, DAVID MORGAN recalls the life of a missionary, the daughter of a former Mayor of Croydon, who worked in China, Malaysia and South Africa, and survived almost four years in the … Continue reading
Nestlé Tower’s fate could lie with Hong Kong liquidation case
CROYDON IN CRISIS: A case brought in the Hong Kong High Court this week could end any hope of the resumption of works on a £500m town centre development. By STEVEN DOWNES The property speculation and development blight that has … Continue reading
Posted in Business, Fairfield, Growth Zone, Housing, Nestle Tower, Planning, Property, St George's Walk
Tagged Beijing, China, Croydon, Evergrande, Hong Kong, Nestle Tower, R&F Properties, St George's Walk
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Chinese whispers catch out part-time Perry over Nestlé Tower
Jason Perry’s reputation for non-delivery took another huge leap forward today with the news that a senior figure involved with the Chinese property company that owns the landmark Nestlé Tower in the town centre is wanted in the United States … Continue reading
Rooney proves a point as he flies on his Chinese magic carpet
Croydon Harrier Martyn Rooney proved a point today, when the British athletics team captain stormed to a lifetime best performance in the 400 metres heats on the second day of the world championships in Beijing. Rooney raced to 44.45sec for … Continue reading
Posted in Athletics, Croydon Harriers, James Dasaolu, Martyn Rooney, Sport
Tagged athletics, Beijing, Croydon Harriers, James Desaolu, Martyn Rooney
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Chinese in £300m bid for local water company
Residents’ water supply in the south of the borough may soon be provided by the Chinese. City AM reports this morning that Sutton & East Surrey Water company may be snapped up by the Beijing Water Authority. Sutton & East … Continue reading
Posted in Business, Coulsdon, Environment, Purley
Tagged Beijing, Beijing Water Authority, Croydon, Deutsche Bank, England, London, Sutton & East Surrey Water, Water supply
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