62. The labour force of Kranji and Bukit Timah Reserves concentrated on 
the improvements of road safety such as levelling roadsides, paths and repairing 
steps; general maintenance; and cleaning. The summit hut at Bukit Timah was 
rebuilt while a new hut was erected at the end of Upper Quarry Road and the 
rest were renovated. 
63. A barrier was installed to control entry of motorised vehicles during the 
prohibited hours. 
64. A total of 81 trees suffered damage during heavy rain and storm. 
65. Over 600 young trees were identified for the purpose of labelling. 
66. The Bukit Timah Nature Reserve became part of the Bird Sanctuary 
under the Bird (Sanctuary) Order, 1970, and convicted offenders are liable to a 
maximum fine of $1,000. 
XIX. COMMONWEALTH WAR GRAVES COMMISSION 
67. The Acting Director continued to be the Commission’s representative in 
Singapore and to be responsible for the maintenance of the War Graves Cemetery 
at Kranji. Funds for the maintenance of the Cemetery were provided by the 
Commission in whose reports further information may be found. 
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