Saturday, 2 May, 2026

11:53 AM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Sarawak urged to boost fish production, modernise sector

BINTULU: More efforts are needed to strengthen the fishing and fish production sector in Sarawak. Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority (LKIM) Chairman, Muhammad Faiz Fadzil, said that Sarawak recorded only 37,000 metric tonnes of fish catch annually, far behind Perak which recorded over 200,000 metric tonnes per year. Hence, he urged

Gawai Dayak Bazaar more than trading platform, says Senator

BINTULU: The Gawai Dayak Bazaar should not be seen as merely a trading space but a strategic platform to build the economic competitiveness of the Dayak community. In stating this Senator Rita Sarimah Patrick Insol said the collective effort in organising the Gawai Dayak Bazaar thus shows the community is

Rep launches initiative to help students from B40 families

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming has initiated the Tabung Inspirasi Skim Simpanan Pendidikan Nasional Anak Tanjong Batu (TISPATB) aimed at supporting students from low-income families in the area. He shared this during a courtesy visit from representatives of the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) Sarawak, Miri

Traditional games carnival in Bintulu celebrates culture and unity

BINTULU: Traditional games are not merely recreational activities but also symbols of culture and identity that must be preserved and passed down to future generations. In line with this, Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming emphasised that efforts to reintroduce traditional games to the younger generation are crucial to

Lusong Laku holds great potential as agricultural, eco-tourism destination

BINTULU: The remote area of Lusong Laku in Belaga holds immense potential to be developed into a modern agricultural hub and an attractive eco-tourism destination. Murum assemblyman, Kennedy Chukpai Ugon, said the fertile land and rich natural resources make Lusong Laku one of the most promising areas for sustainable development

UPMKB and UMK forge strategic partnership

BINTULU: Efforts to reinforce strategic networks between institutions of higher learning were further enhanced yesterday, as the Faculty of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Campus (UPMKB), received a courtesy visit from a delegation from the Faculty of Bioengineering and Technology, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK). The UMK delegation

Bintulu Port launches Customer-Centric Centre to boost operations

BINTULU: Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) has launched its new Customer-Centric Centre (CCC), an initiative aimed at enhancing customer experience and advancing port operations with a focus on technology and environmental sustainability. The launch of the centre is part of BPHB’s digital transformation agenda, intended to improve port operations and

CCC launch another milestone for Bintulu Port

BINTULU: The launch of the Customer Centric Centre (CCC) by Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) yesterday (Mon) reflected the commitment of the Bintulu Port operator towards innovation, sustainability and service excellence.  Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development of Sarawak, Datuk Majang Renggi, stated that the development of the CCC

Pupils reap first golden melon harvest

BINTULU: The AgriSTEM programme implemented at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Kampung Baru has borne fruit, as 40 members of the school’s Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Club successfully harvested their very first golden melon yesterday. The harvest marks a significant milestone for this innovative educational initiative, which integrates STEM with

Methodist Iban Church to be upgraded

BINTULU: The Methodist Iban Church in Pasar Bintulu is set to undergo upgrading works, which will include repairs to the leaking ceiling, installation of new lighting, and repainting of the interior to ensure the safety and comfort of its congregation. Tanjong Batu assemblyman, Johnny Pang Leong Ming, stated that the