Monday, 22 December 2025

Author: News Desk

Awang Tengah opens Sarawak Pavilion at China fair

KUCHING: A Sarawak Pavilion spearheaded by the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Investment has been set up at the China International Fair Trade in Service (CIFTIS) 2023.  According to a statement, the pavilion was launched by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan at the China National Convention

Cat lovers showcase pets at competition

KUCHING: Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) has attracted cat enthusiasts to the capital city. North City Hall-Cat Fanciers’ Association (DBKU-CFA) International Cat Show was held at Arcum Tent, Majma Mall here yesterday. Cat owner Emelia Joseph, 38, from here shared with New Sarawak Tribune her excitement on her first ever

Pros and cons on Sarawak’s own currency

KUCHING: The issue as to whether Sarawak is ready to have its own currency in the future has received mixed reactions from the public. When met by the New Sarawak Tribune for their views on the matter, some have raise concerns should the state government plans to have its own

Garmin expands presence with new store at The Spring Kuching

KUCHING: Sports and outdoor enthusiasts can now access the latest Garmin smartwatches at a new store located in The Spring shopping centre. Garmin, in a statement yesterday (Sept 1), said the expansion of the official store, along with the opening of a new store at Sunway Carnival in Penang, is

Sarawak’s best practices shine at PSIEA 2023

KUCHING: As part of the Sarawak Industry Excellence Awards (PSIEA) 2023 initiative, a thorough evaluation session recently took place at the Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) Complex. This session involved 30 companies representing various sectors across Sarawak, all aimed at recognizing exemplary practices within organisations that have significantly contributed to the

Flying doctor service depends on weather conditions

KUCHING: The Sarawak State Health Department (JKNS) has announced Flying Doctor Service (PDU) schedule for the divisions of Sri Aman, Sarikei, Miri and Limbang. According to a statement issued yesterday, this vital service is set to take place from Sept 1 to 15, depending on weather conditions. During this period,

State library welcomes new chairman

BY ELEAZAR BARRICK PETER KUCHING: Pustaka Negeri Sarawak extends a warm welcome to Datuk Dr. Abang Abdul Rauf Abang Zen, who has taken over the position of Chairman of the Board of Management. Dr. Abang Abdul Rauf said that recently he was appointed by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang

Dr Sim provides temporary housing for Batu Kawa RPR fire victims

KUCHING: Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian has taken prompt measures to offer temporary accommodation to the recent victims of the Batu Kawa RPR (Rumah Pangsa Rakyat) fire. He highlighted the availability of government flats managed by the Ministry of Housing as a potential solution. “Rebuilding homes cannot

State’s own Labour Advisory Council proposed

KUCHING: Sarawak should consider forming its own State Labour Advisory Council (SLAC) to review and study the future human resources development plan for the state, said Mohamad Ibrahim Hamid. The Union Network International-Malaysian Labour Council (UNI-MLC) vice president in a statement yesterday (September 1) said this would help tackle unemployment

MRCS Sarawak recognises volunteers with awards

KUCHING: More than 20 categories of awards were presented to officers, leaders, members, and volunteers during the recent Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC) Sarawak Chapter Volunteers’ Recognition Night 2023. The event at Purnama Hotel in Limbang  which was co-organised by MRC Sarawak Chapter and the MRC Limbang branch was attended by