Wednesday, 31 December 2025

Author: Alexandra Lorna

Road linking Kpg Segong to Kpg Jugan in pipeline

KUCHING: The state government is planning to build a new road connecting two areas, namely Kampung Segong to Kampung Jugan, here. Deputy Minister of Transport (Maritime and Riverine) Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the idea came about after he participated with the motocross riders group from Kampung Jugan across the

Keep up support on customary land documentation   

BAU: The Bidayuh community is called on to continue to support the Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) in matters related to the documenting of customary land. Deputy Minister of Transport (Maritime and Riverine) Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said that since the last 16 years, DBNA has been recognised as having

Thumbs up to Kuching-Jakarta flight

KUCHING: A new route from Kuching to Jakarta and vice-versa as announced by Indonesia AirAsia recently has received overwhelming response by Kuchingites. The new air connectivity to the capital city of Indonesia also comes with affordable promotional fares for its passengers. New Sarawak Tribune met with a few people to

Kuching Division rabies operation from May 8 to 12

KUCHING: The Sarawak Ministry of Public Health, Housing and Local Government through the respective local authority (PBT) will carry out a rabies operation from May 8 to 12. The PBTs involved are Kuching North City Hall (DBKU), Kuching South City Council (MBKS) and Padawan Municipal Council (MPP). As of May,

Thumbs up to Kuching-Jakarta route

KUCHING: A new route from Kuching to Jakarta and vice-versa as announced by Indonesia AirAsia recently has received overwhelming response by Kuchingnites. The new air connectivity to the capital city of Indonesia also comes with affordable promotional fares for its passengers. New Sarawak Tribune met with a few people to

Don’t vandalise public property

BAU: The public are urged not to vandalise the basic facilities provided by the local authorities at public places. Bau District Council (MDB) made the call after eight solar lights were stolen at Rock Garden here. “Solar lights are public property installed by the local authority to provide a conducive

Call for PWD to be efficient, competent

MIRI: All officers and personnel of the state Public Work Department must make PWD as the most efficient and competent department in the country, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas. Uggah who is also the Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development threw a challenge to all PWD officers

Crucial to report rabies cases

KUCHING: Sarawakians are urged to download the Rabies App to report cases and obtain important information on rabies cases in the state. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said with the application provided by the Department of Veterinary Services Sarawak (DVSS), the community can report cases concerning stray

Lawas villagers to benefit from devt

LAWAS: The residents of Kampung Batu Dua here will benefit from the various developments that will be implemented here. Lawas MP Datuk Henry Sum Agong said that the residents of Kampung Batu Dua need to be prepared for active development activities since the village is closer to Lawas town. “We

Wesak Day an opportunity to enhance unity: Abang Jo

KUCHING: Buddhists in Sarawak have been urged to continue to strengthen ties among the people of various races and religions. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government will continue to ensure that the rights, religious freedom and interests of all races