Thursday, 19 March 2026

Author: Nur Farihan Razali

SKAS aid reflects state’s care and compassion

DALAT: The Sarawak Basic Needs Assistance (SKAS) is an initiative by the Sarawak government that reflects its care and compassion for the people. Minister for Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said the initiative was introduced to help improve the wellbeing of the people by

Tellian residents urged to use SKAS aid wisely

MUKAH: The Sarawak Basic Needs Contribution (SKAS) reflects the concern of the Sarawak government under the leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for the well-being of the people. Tellian assemblyman Royston Valentine said the initiative clearly helps the people, particularly in easing their financial burden.

Cuthberta Entai bolsters Malaysia’s rugby XV triumph

MUKAH: Politeknik Mukah (PMU) continues to make its mark through its students, with Cuthberta Entai playing a key role in Malaysia’s triumph at the SEA Women’s XV Championship 2026 held recently in Petaling Jaya, Selangor. A student from PMU’s Department of Commerce, Cuthberta featured as a flanker for the national

Pickleball continues to gain traction amongst Sarawakians

MUKAH: Pickleball is fast gaining ground as a platform for health, unity and community engagement across Sarawak. In line with the sport’s rapid growth, the Public Works Department (JKR) Mukah Division pickleball team, better known as Sokanjaya Mukah, recently held a friendly match against Dewan Tujunokala Picklers as part of their preparations for the JKR

Axelson, Christina claim Petanak Pickleball Invitational XD crown

MUKAH: Alexson Aiho and Christina Bera emerged champions of the Petanak Pickleball Team 2026 Invitational Mixed Doubles Tournament. The pair sealed the title with a convincing 21-12 victory over Januarius and Bernadette in the final. Meanwhile, Mukhriz and Ijrina, along with Roslan and Saliza, shared third place after both pairs were eliminated at the semi-final stage. Prizes

Brunei, Thailand enliven Balingian Petanque Championship

BALINGIAN: The presence of international teams from Brunei and Thailand invigorated the 2025 Bederun Balingian Petanque Championship held at the Balingian Petanque Arena last Sunday. Organised by the Balingian Melanau Generation Association (PGMB) in collaboration with the Balingian Boules Club (KBB), the tournament also featured local teams from Mukah, Bintulu,

MADANI concept in tune with Sarawak’s aspirations

MATU: The theme ‘Malaysia MADANI: Rakyat Disantuni’ is significant as it reflects the shared commitment between the federal government and the Sarawak Government in building a caring and inclusive society. Matu District Officer, Hamidah Halpi, said that the MADANI concept is also in line with the aspirations of ‘Sarawak Maju

Integrity key to strengthening trust and accountability

MUKAH: Integrity is not merely a noble value but an obligation that must be upheld in every aspect of life, from administrative processes and procurement management to daily decision-making. Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Sarawak Director, Hasbillah Mohamad Salleh, said that everyone must be aware that leakages, abuse of power, and

Younger generation urged to be proactive in environment sustainability

MUKAH: Politeknik Mukah (PMU) Department of Mechanical Engineering has collaborated with Smart Green PolyCC PMU and the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) Sarawak recently, to organise a corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme ‘Generasi Muda Prihatin: Aluminium Awareness and Recycling for Environmental Sustainability’. Programme director, Rosidi Mohamad Nor said the

Students urged to reject bullying culture, become change agents

MUKAH: Students have been urged to become agents of change by rejecting the culture of bullying in schools. Tellian Assemblyman, Royston Valentine, stressed that bullying is not an issue to be taken lightly as it has reached the point of claiming lives. “Bullying should never happen, especially in schools, to