Saturday, 31 January 2026

Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Crackdown on price violations ahead of Raya

BINTULU: A large-scale enforcement operation by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Bintulu Branch has led to the inspection of 2,730 premises under the 2025 Hari Raya Price Control Scheme (SHMMP). As of March 27, authorities recorded 29 cases with goods seized worth RM420,741, while compound

Prioritise safety over speed

BINTULU: “Returning home should be about safety, not just speed.” That was the message from Bintulu Division Resident Datuk Nyurak Keti, urging road users to prioritise safety as they travel for the upcoming Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebrations. He emphasised that ensuring a safe journey home must take precedence to prevent

Daiken Sarawak donates wood shavings to Bomba for oil spill prevention

BINTULU: As an effort to support public safety, Daiken Sarawak Sdn Bhd, through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, handed over 22 sacks of wood shavings to the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) Bintulu Zone on Thursday. The handover was officiated by the operations director and factory manager of

Empowering Iban heritage through Burie

SELANGAU: A Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK) here has taken a proactive step by organising a Burie cloth handicraft workshop in its effort to preserve their cultural heritage and enhance the local economy. JKKK Kepayang Jaya held the workshop at Rumah Kechendai Kepayang Jaya, Jalan SK Iban Union, Sungai

Close ties on full display at Iftar Perdana event

TATAU: The hosting of the Iftar Perdana event at the new district mosque here last Saturday served as a testament to the harmonious co-existence of the multiracial community. Minister in the Premier’s Department, Datuk Sri John Sikie Tayai, was the guest of honour at the event. In his speech, Sikie

Bigger & Better: Bintulu Marathon 2025 invites all for thrilling return on August 3

BINTULU: The Bintulu Marathon 2025 is set to return on August 3 at the Old Bintulu Airport site, promising a more exciting and larger event. al and international, are expected to take part, including professional runners and recreational sports enthusiasts.Organised by the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA), the marathon aims to

Bintulu Port bonds with local community

BINTULU: Embracing the spirit of Ramadan, Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) strengthened its bond with the community through its Safari Ramadan Programme at Al-Amin Mosque, Kuala Tatau. The programme, organised under the Bintulu Port Prihatin initiative, was also joined by BPHB’s Islamic Welfare Committee (JKI) and the Bintulu Port Foundation.

‘Battle of The Anglers 2025’ at Kolam Mega Bintulu

BINTULU: Fishing enthusiasts will have the opportunity to test their skills in Bintulu’s largest fishing competition, the “Battle of The Anglers 2025,” set to take place on May 1 at Kolam Mega Bintulu. Organised by Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Sarawak Campus (UPMKB) in collaboration with Kolam Mega Bintulu, the competition

Peryatim assistance to orphans continues, thanks to donors

BINTULU: A growing awareness among the public to help orphans has helped the Bintulu Orphans Welfare Organisation (Peryatim) to continue its tradition of supporting them annually. This year, a total of 474 orphans from 44 villages, including Sebauh and Tatau, will receive RM100 each, thanks to contributions from various parties,

Efforts underway to improve Bintulu asnaf’s economic status

BINTULU: Jepak assemblyman, Iskandar Turkee, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the Bintulu Welfare Trust Board (LAKIB) as part of ongoing efforts to assist the asnaf community and others in need here. According to Iskandar, his office is collaborating with the chairman of the Bintulu Orphans Welfare Association (Peryatim), Datuk