KUCHING: Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin has called upon the Sarawak Rivers Board (SRB) to explore the potential of rivers as an alternative route for transporting goods in the region. He highlighted that the existing well-established road connections, such as those in Sibu and Kapit, have led
KUCHING: The new St Peter’s Catholic Church, a magnificent structure which incorporates semi-gothic architecture, is poised to become a transformative addition to the city landscape, according to its rector Father Vincent Chin. In a recent interview with New Sarawak Tribune, Chin envisioned St Peter’s Church transcending from its primary role
KUCHING: The Borneo Railway System, connecting East Malaysia, Brunei, and Kalimantan will significantly enhance tripartite trade in the Borneo Island region, said Datuk Jonathan Chai. The secretary-general of the Kuching Chinese General Chamber of Commerce and Industry described the proposal as a laudable idea, highlighting the current limitations in connectivity
KUCHING: The prospects of a Borneo Railway System connecting East Malaysia, Brunei, and Kalimantan holds immense potential for expanding the economic scale and market opportunities in Borneo. Senior lecturer at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak’s Faculty of Economics and Business, Dr Dzul Hadzwan Husaini, while stressing the economic impact of the proposal,
KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is committed to continuing the Car-Free Morning every month, with the aim to address traffic congestion, air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. MBKS Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the programme’s main purpose is to raise community awareness about climate change and global warming.
MIRI: According to Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) secretary-general Datuk Seri Mohd Sayuthi Bakar, opting for Malaysian products is seen as a potential solution to the problem of rising living costs and diminished purchasing power. He stated that the current economic climate provides an opportunity for both the
KUCHING: The Japan International Cooperation Agency (myJICA) Alumni Society of Malaysia will be organising a programme focused on elderly care and mental health of caregivers at Lions Nursing Home, Stutong Baru here on October 26. Its president Norazizul Abdul Aziz said that this initiative aimed to address behavioural issues among
KUCHING: Ahead of schedule by 45 days, the village hall of Kampung Lubok Buan has been successfully completed and officially handed over to its Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK) on Wednesday (Oct 18). Accura Enterprise, the appointed contractor, completed the repair works at a cost of RM100,000 facilitated through
KUCHING: The Kuching Bodhi Counselling Centre is organising a ‘Mind Your Mind’ mental health awareness fair on Oct 21 and 22 at the East Atrium, Vivacity Megamall here. This collaborative effort involves key organisations such as Grace Centre, Mental Health Association of Sarawak, SJC Counselling Centre, Dee Hati Centre for
KUCHING: The 7th Kuching Natural Farmers’ Market transformed the car park of the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) into a bustling hub of creativity and entrepreneurship here yesterday. The vibrant market was a celebration of homegrown products, bringing together a diverse array of local businesses to showcase their unique offerings.
