Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Author: Danny Wong

16th Borneo Cultural Festival stresses on flora and fauna

SIBU: This year the theme of ‘Flora and Fauna’ for the 16th Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) 2023 signifies a green environment Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) is striving towards. Stating this, chairman of SMC Clarence Ting Ing Horth pointed out that Sibu is on the edge of big changes. “The state

Exhibition showcases town’s rich heritage

SIBU: An exhibition titled ‘Tuan Haji Hamdan Haji Marais’ Photo Collection’ showcasing a Sarawakiana collection of old photos of Sibu town and influential people significant to local history will be held at Pustaka Negeri Sarawak (PNS) on Jalan Tun Tunku Bujang by the Sungai Merah from tomorrow until July 31.

Symposium gathers experts on soft soil challenges

SIBU: A two-day symposium is being held here to deliberate on the intricacies of infrastructure development on soft soil. And this year experts are also expected to look into what is being billed as an innovative solution to address ground problems in the country, especially in Sibu. The International Symposium

Blood donors get credit for selfless act

SIBU: A selfless spirit of donating blood is demonstrated by many in society periodically and their giving nature has not gone unnoticed. On Saturday these individuals came in for some well-deserved praise from Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Sibu branch chairman Penghulu Chua Hiong Kee. “I am proud of your

Embrace new ways, Rundi tells smallholders

SIBU: Smallholders must embrace a commercial approach and adopt modern technologies going forward so as to improve the rural economy. Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said presently smallholders are still practising subsistence farming and having small plots of farms that are both

Borneo Cultural Festival in Sibu promises an unforgettable experience

SIBU: The highly anticipated Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF), scheduled to take place from July 14 to 23 at Dataran Tun Tuanku Haji Bujang, is set to be bigger and better than ever before. Organised by the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC), the 10-day festival aims to showcase the vibrant traditions, arts,

MRCS Sibu and hospital to mark Blood Donor Day

SIBU: Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) Sibu branch in collaboration with Sibu Hospital will organise a host of activities to mark the World Blood Donor Day 2023 at Kingwood hotel here tomorrow (July 8). Organising committee chairlady Dr Rachel Teng Li Cin said the theme for this auspicious occasion is

SMC enhances cleanliness efforts

SIBU: The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) aims to provide efficient and effective municipal services to improve the quality of life in a sustainable and livable way, with the help of communities, businesses, and stakeholders. This is in line with its mission to transform Sibu into a sustainable and livable city

Lions hosts first meeting and July birthday bash

SIBU: The Lions Club of Sibu Pahlawan recently held its first board meeting of the year at a local restaurant. Kong Tze Ling, the newly appointed president who started his term on July 1, chaired the meeting. During the meeting, they also threw a birthday party for members who were

KTB wins President Cup 2023 tennis

SIBU: Kelab Tenis Betong (KTB) emerged as the champion in the President Cup 2023 tennis tournament, hosted by the Sibu Division Lawn Tennis Association (SDLTA). The tournament concluded today (July 2) at SDLTA’s tennis courts, located in the Bukit Lima Sports Complex. In the final match, KTB Betong defeated SDLTA