Wednesday, 29 April 2026

Wednesday, 29 April, 2026

7:39 PM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Author: Alverdtekoster Anyap

Henry Golding pays courtesy call at Parliament

KUCHING: International Iban actor Henry Golding has paid a courtesy call on Deputy President of the Senate Datuk Nur Jazlan Tan Sri Mohamed at the Malaysian House of Parliament yesterday (April 27). In a Facebook post by Parlimen Malaysia, the actor met Nur Jazlan at his office and discussed several

Kuching waste management park plans shift to resource, renewable energy focus

SIBURAN: The Kuching Integrated Waste Management Park is set to undergo a major transformation as it plans to rebrand itself into a resource and renewable energy-focused facility, while expanding its waste-to-energy initiatives. Sarawak Waste Management Sdn Bhd director Stephen Chin said the transformation reflects the shift from conventional waste disposal

Sarawak adopts best practices in waste management

SIBURAN: Sarawak Waste Management Sdn Bhd (SWM) has been praised for its proactive approach in turning waste into valuable resources, in line with Sarawak’s circular economy agenda. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg commended the company, saying the state is committed to managing waste sustainably while creating

SUKMA 2026 to proceed with Sultan’s consent

KUALA LUMPUR: Selangor will proceed with hosting the 2026 Malaysia Games (SUKMA) as scheduled, following the consent of Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah. The Ministry of Youth and Sports said His Royal Highness agreed for the Games to be held from Aug 15 to 24 with cost-saving measures and prudent spending,

Booster stations to supply upgraded water access

BAU: Water connection projects are still ongoing within the rural and hilly areas of Tasik Biru to provide clean and treated water directly to households. Deputy Transport Minister and Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep reassured that the ongoing projects are set to benefit from improved water access through

New villages, penghulus mulled to enhance grassroots service

BAU: Plans are underway to establish three new villages and three new penghulus as part of efforts to strengthen local administration and better manage a growing population in the constiuency. Deputy Transport Minister and Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the proposal is currently awaiting Cabinet approval, after

Premier to launch Bidayuh Cultural Centre in June

BAU: Premier Abang Johari Tun Openg is set to officially launch the newly completed Bidayuh Cultural Centre here on June 23. Tasik Biru assemblyman Henry Harry Jinep said the upcoming launch highlights the importance of the centre as a new landmark representing the identity of the Bidayuh community. “When visitors

Plan for new villages to ease administration in Singai

BAU: Plans are in motion to establish three new villages in the Singai area, alongside the appointment of additional community leaders, to better manage a rapidly growing population. Tasik Biru assemblyman Henry Harry Jinep said the proposal is currently awaiting Cabinet approval before implementation can proceed. “The rapid growth of

Booster stations key to expanding rural water access in Tasik Biru

BAU: Efforts to improve water supply in rural and hilly parts of Tasik Biru are progressing, with booster stations identified as a key solution to extend coverage to hard-to-reach areas. Tasik Biru assemblyman Henry Harry Jinep said ongoing projects under the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency and the Rural Transformation

Tajang Laing: A towering figure in Sarawak’s early development

KUCHING: The late Datuk Seri Bo’ Tajang Laing is a towering figure in Sarawak’s early leadership and rural development, leaving behind a legacy that spans education, politics and  community transformation. Described by his daughter, Livan Tajang, 63, as a disciplinarian with a deep love for people, the late Tajang was