Sunday, 28 December 2025

Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Rundi urges SLDB to embrace change, drive results

KUCHING: The relocation of the Sarawak Land Development Board (SLDB) to its new corporate office marks more than a change in physical space. It signals a call for transformation in work culture, said Food Industry, Commodities, and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom. Speaking at the official

SLDB ushers in new era with office Inauguration and logo launch

KUCHING: The Sarawak Land Development Board (SLDB) has marked a significant milestone in its evolution with the official opening of its new corporate office and the unveiling of a refreshed logo, signalling a renewed commitment to driving sustainable and innovative growth in Sarawak’s agricultural sector. Officiated by the Minister of

Sarawak councillors recognised internationally through collaboration

KOTA PADAWAN: Councillors in major councils across Sarawak have become increasingly sophisticated, thanks to their collaboration and adaptation with several international organisations and initiatives. Deputy Premier cum Public Health, Housing and Local Government Minister, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, said these efforts include partnerships, such as with UNICEF’s Child

New council office building to double as community hub

KOTA PADAWAN: The new Padawan Municipal Council (PMC) office is not just a building but a facility for public use by residents under the jurisdiction of the local authority. Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, said the new office is not merely a workplace for council members and

Padawan property boom signals growth, calls for balance

KOTA PADAWAN: Since 2024, the total number of properties under Padawan Municipal Council (PMC) have risen to 81,356 properties. It is a significant increase and a clear sign of ongoing development and progress in its jurisdiction. PMC Chairman, Tan Kai, said from the total, residential properties account for the majority

My remarks taken out of context: Kota Sentosa YB

KUCHING: Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin has called for greater emphasis on proactive governance and systemic reform to improve the delivery of public services. Responding to recent allegations by Michael Kong Feng Nian, the special assistant to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, Yap clarified that his remarks during

Temporary relief centre not required by squatter fire victims

KOTA PADAWAN: Victims of the squatter house fire by the banks of Sungai Plan, Jalan Tanjung Kidurong in Bintulu, do not require a temporary relief centre (PPS) as they have found temporary shelters with family members. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said the victims

Medallions awarded to celebrate recovery from drug abuse

KOTA PADAWAN: Recognition in the form of medallions will continue to be awarded to clients of the National Anti-Drug Agency (AADK) to celebrate their achievement in recovering from drug and substance abuse. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said that the recognition is part of

Empower state department to manage federal social welfare funds

KOTA PADAWAN: There is a need to empower the Sarawak Social Welfare Department (SWD) to enable it to have full control over the management of welfare funds allocated by the federal government. Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, said that currently, the department remains under

Tiong clarifies involvement in Sibu Hospital cleaning incident

SIBU: Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing has clarified that the contractor responsible for the recent cleaning incident at Sibu Hospital, where dust fell onto a patient’s bed, was not appointed by him. Instead, the contractor was employed by the hospital’s service provider, One Medicare Sdn