The 1950s era was the heyday of amusement parks, New World Park was the most happening venue in town. From Chinese operas to Western cowboy movies, it was entertainment central before the time of television and smart technology.

New World Park was also a place for thrills and excitements, where you dare yourself to ride the ghost train; take a peep at Rose Chan wrestling with a giant python or mischievously cut queues to dance with your favourite Ronggeng girl.

For some, it was a place of opportunity, where you try to make your name in a talent competition, secure a deal at the annual trade fair or if you’re lucky enough, even meet your future spouse at a match-making session.