In March 1948, the Malaya Tribune reported that the beach at Changi Point was a popular place for people to spend their weekends, with attap houses available for rent and an enclosed area for swimming constructed using ship and aircraft remains.
The article from the Malaya Tribune in March 1948 describes Changi Point Beach as a popular spot for weekend visits, with attap houses available for rent and a swimming area built using salvaged materials from ships and airplanes.