BALEH assemblyman Nicholas Kudi Jantai has stressed the pressing need to establish a disaster emergency centre in the constituency. He explained that such a centre was crucial for delivering swift aid to remote and inaccessible locations that are vulnerable to natural disasters. Nicholas expressed concern over the inadequate infrastructure and
THE protem committee of the Community Rehabilitation Centre (Pusat Pemulihan Dalam Komuniti, or PPDK) in Simunjan has been urged to expedite its registration. Deputy Minister of Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Razi Sitam said that his ministry does not have plans to construct a PPDK in the area.
MUKAH Hospital is set to be upgraded to a minor specialist hospital, catering to the medical needs of Mukah division, including the communities in Mateding and Balingian. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang Ming Tee said the project will be submitted under the Thirteenth Malaysia
THE Petchem Industrial Park in Tanjung Kidurong, Bintulu is set to become Sarawak’s premier hub for petrochemical industries, with an estimated investment of RM4.5 billion so far. International Trade, Industry, and Investment (MINTRED) Deputy Minister Datuk Malcolm Mussen Lamoh said the estimated figure does not include the potential investment on
THE construction of the long-abandoned Long Napir Clinic needs to be re-tendered as the previous tender price exceeded the project cost ceiling of RM7.3 million. Deputy Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government Michael Tiang Ming Tee said the re-tender process will be carried out by the Sarawak Public
KUCHING: The Sarawak Teachers’ Union (STU) has called on all teachers to understand the importance of holistic education. Its president Kullin Djayang urged educators to grasp the essence of holistic education in line with this year’s Teacher’s Day theme, “Guru Insani Pemangkin Generasi Madani.” “Guru insani” refers to education that
KUCHING: The Unity Government National Convention 2023 has provided people with valuable insights into the future direction of leadership. In a statement yesterday, Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Stakan branch chairman Datuk Sim Kiang Chiok said that it was a good convention for the people to know the direction the
KUCHING: The SHEDA Property Expo from July 14 to 16 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) promises to be an exciting event for property buyers. Visitors to the expo will be able to assess their credit score on the spot which will facilitate an effective and smooth bank loan
KUCHING: Kuching Auto Rad Show (KARS) took over the streets on Saturday night (May 13) with car enthusiasts from all over the city flocking to Sarawak Plaza to witness an impressive display of participating cars. The event, which was organised by Fast Culture and supported by Retro Havoc and Motormaniac
KUCHING: Kuching’s Ferderick Maldini emerged champion in the inaugural Sape’ Junior Competition, taking home the grand prize of RM10,000 as well as a trophy. Coming in second place was Aeron Junior Ibas of Miri, who received a cash prize of RM7,000 and a trophy, while Ernest Vaneman Amut Leonard, also of Miri,