Monday, 8 December 2025

Author: ST

Department organises seminar to introduce forest carbon activities

BY LELEAZAR BARRICK PETER KUCHING: The Sarawak Forestry Department (SFD) hosted the “Introduction of Forest Carbon Activities” seminar with the aim of providing insights to relevant sectors about forest carbon activities in the state. Director Datuk Hamden Mohammed explained that the seminar was designed to proactively prepare agencies for upcoming

Taylor’s College Commemorates Over 40 Years of AUSMAT Excellence and  Global Opportunities in Partnership with the SACE Board of South Australia

Taylor’s College, a pioneer in offering the Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) pathway in Malaysia, proudly commemorated its longstanding partnership with the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) Board of South Australia offering the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) at a celebratory event held at Taylor’s Lakeside Campus. This remarkable milestone

Permission required to plant non-timber species

KUCHING: Planted forest licence holders intending to carry out planting of non-timber species are required to obtain permission from the Sarawak Forest Department. They should obtain a written permission from the Director of Forests by submitting a written application together with the proposed amendment to the Tree Planting Plan, the

Rep grants RM350,000 to Kpg Sebobok JKKK

 KUCHING: The Kampung Sebobok Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK) has secured a total allocation of RM350,000 through the rural transformation project (RTP). Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the allocation was approved for the year 2024, where out of the total, a sum of RM150,000 would be used

Water supply disrupts in Pantu Rural Water Supply 

Department (JBALB) issued a notice stating Pantu district to experience water supply disruption starting at 7pm to 12am from August 7 to 11.  The affected areas involve Sungai Tenggang, Lachau, Pantu and nearby areas.  The disruption is to give way for the JBALB contractor to carry out maintenance work in

Water supply disruption in Lawas

Water supply disruption in Lawas will start on Monday from 8am until 6pm. The Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB) issued the notice today, adding that the water supply disruption involves the entire Merapok area. It said this is to give way for the contractor to do the main meter installation

Sleep Syncing Reconnect with restful slumber

A good night’s sleep is essential for getting the day off to a good start.  But sometimes sleep can be a struggle, which can affect our wellbeing and even our health.  “Sleep syncing” could be the solution for a restful night’s sleep, replenishing energy levels for the day ahead.  When

How to get rid of bugs car

HAEV you just discovered that you have been carrying some extra, unwanted passengers? If that is the case, it makes sense that you would want to get rid of whatever intruding critters that have been invading your space. Whether you are dealing with spiders, ants, fleas, bed bugs, or flies,

Sarawak Youtuber Association launched to empower content creators

KUCHING: The Sarawak Youtuber Association has been officially launched with a primary goal to inspire and support Sarawakians in generating side income through online video sharing and social media platforms. Its chairman Abun Bilun said the rise of social media has led to an increase in YouTube content creators. However,