Wednesday, 7 January 2026

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Ordinance to be amended to allow for life-saving devices in public buildings

KUCHING: The Sarawak Building Ordinance 1994 will be amended to mandate automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in all public buildings statewide. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian announced that the ordinance will be tabled during the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting next year, as promised by the Sarawak Attorney

SEB’s sustainability drive wins awards

KUCHING: Sarawak Energy Berhad’s commitment to sustainability was recognised at the United Nations Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB) Forward Faster Sustainability Awards 2024 held last week. SEB received several accolades for its efforts in embedding sustainable and ethical principles into its business practices. The awards are organised annually

RM12.5 mln water supply solution underway

DARO: The Acute Water Shortage Mitigation Project in Pangtrey is expected to serve as the primary solution to water supply issues in Daro, including nearby areas such as Matu. Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad expressed his commitment to monitoring the progress of the RM12.5 million project closely. “The plant is currently

Sarawak’s carbon neutrality highlighted at ITTC meeting

YOKOHAMA: A total of seven study permits and one forest carbon licence have been issued in Sarawak to date. The permit and licence are part of Sarawak’s effort to explore the potential of the carbon credit market as a vital part of its strategy to achieve carbon neutrality. “By monetising

STB, bzBee Consult win coveted PR awards

KUALA LUMPUR: Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) and bzBee Consult clinched the coveted Campaign of the Years Awards in the Agency and In-House Category during the recent Malaysia Public Relations Awards (MPRA) 2024. The awards solidify their position as trailblazers in public relations excellence. The award ceremony, held in conjunction with

Getting ready for floods — Bomba personnel leave frozen

KUCHING: Any holiday plans have to be put on hold. This is the situation Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department personnel are facing as their leave has been frozen in preparation for floods. Bomba Sarawak acting director Tiong Ling Hii said leave has been frozen for personnel at all 38 stations

Seven premises hauled up to court for fire safety offences

KUCHING: Seven premises in Sarawak have been charged in court under the Fire Services Act 1988 (Act 341) this year. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee urged premises which have yet to register under the act to do so promptly to avoid

Premier meets with visiting envoys

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg received two courtesy calls at his office in Wisma Bapa Malaysia here today. The first visit involved the Ambassador of the Republic of Peru to Malaysia, Ricardo Estanislao Morote Canales. During the first meeting, Ricardo discussed several initiatives, including collaboration

Students find meaning in service

BAU: A group of dedicated volunteers have been instrumental in the success of the Bau Youth Carnival 2024. Comprising 26 individuals from various institutions across Sarawak, these young volunteers have contributed significantly to the three-day event (Nov 29 to Dec 1). One such volunteer, 22-year-old Gabriel Jabing Muan, shared his

Bau Youth Carnival 2024 begins today

KUCHING: Today (Nov 29) to Dec 1, Bau REDEEMS Centre is set to host the inaugural. About 10,000 visitors are expected to be present during the three-day carnival. Organised by Kelab Rekreasi Mas Moyan Kuching, the carnival serves a platform to empower the local youth towards raising the standards of