KUCHING: The completion of Phase 2 restoration of the belian timber footbridge at Kampung Kudei Dungun now provides safer access for more than 500 residents. Deputy Minister for Utility (Sarawak Energy and PETROS) Datuk Ibrahim Baki said the RM280,000 project spans 180 metres with a width of 1.2 metres. “The
KUCHING: As dusk settles beneath the Satok flyover, rows of car boots flick open, lights flicker on and the inaugural Kuching Car Boot Sales 2026 comes alive. Despite the light drizzle earlier in the evening that dampened foot traffic, the first Kuching Car Boot Sales of 2026 carried on with
KUCHING: The effective use of air quality monitoring data can support the city’s aspiration to be recognised as a Healthy City, said public health physician Professor Dr Helmy Hazmi. Dr Helmy said real-time air quality displays, such as those shown on ESG Smart Poles, can play an important role in
KUCHING: For the residents of Bako, crossing the river is more than just a daily routine, it is a lifeline. Crossing it connects families, schools and markets. To ensure continuity of service for residents in Bako, for 40 years a boat operator remains dedicated to his work even though he
KUCHING: The ESG Smart Pole real-time air quality monitoring first introduced at Kuching Park and Palmairum Park is expected to support healthier lifestyles. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the project is well aligned with Sarawak’s Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS), which places strong emphasis on sustainability,
KUCHING: The city’s new ESG Smart Poles combine air quality sensors, CCTV and panic buttons to boost health, safety and environmental management in public parks. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the initiative was designed to benefit people directly. “It is about families exercising together,
KUCHING: AirBorneo has the potential to act as a corrective force in Malaysia’s aviation landscape by addressing long-standing structural imbalances faced by East Malaysian travellers. Aviation analyst, Dr Rosli Khan, said the airline could help rectify persistent issues such as higher airfares and limited flight choices for travellers in Sarawak
KUCHING: AirBorneo’s economically strategic cautious launch next year will position Sarawak for stronger regional connectivity and incremental growth. Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak’s lecturer, Dr Nivakan Sritharan, said that launching in early 2026 allows AirBorneo to align with Visit Malaysia Year 2026, prepare for future infrastructure such as the new
KUCHING: Excitement is building as locals and visitors prepare to celebrate the New Year Countdown 2026 in style at Kuching Waterfront. Scheduled for tonight (Dec 31), the celebration, themed “Feasta”, promises a night full of music, fireworks, laser displays, and the Guinness World Record-recognised Gateway to Sarawak Drone Relay. The
KUCHING: Preparations for the New Year Countdown 2026 at Kuching Waterfront are nearly complete, with final touches being made to ensure a smooth and memorable celebration tonight (Dec 31). A survey by Sarawak Tribune found that preparations for the main stage, sound system, and lighting are already in place, while