Monday, 16 March 2026

Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Kemena Industrial Estate gets road and drainage upgrades

BINTULU: Resurfacing and road repair works on several heavily damaged routes in the Kemena Industrial Estate (KIE) have commenced, following continuous efforts by Tanjong Batu Assemblyman, Johnny Pang Leong Ming. According to him, the physical condition of the roads in the industrial area had long been a source of concern

Minister inspects Anjung Kasih project site

BINTULU: Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri conducted an official visit on Sunday to the project site of the Anjung Kasih Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN) at Bintulu Hospital to assess the progress of the welfare initiative. The visit aimed to evaluate the development of the project,

Kenyan runners sweep top positions in Bintulu Marathon

BINTULU: Kenyan long-distance runners once again showcased their dominance in marathon by sweeping nearly all top positions in the 42KM Open and Veteran Men’s categories at the 2025 Bintulu Marathon held yesterday. In the 42KM Men’s Open category, Ethiopian runner Tariku Abdi claimed a stylish victory with the fastest time

Bintulu Port launches drug-free drive

BINTULU: Bintulu Port Holdings Bhd (BPHB) has taken a proactive step by establishing the Rakan Agensi Antidadah Kebangsaan (AADK) Bintulu Port initiative as part of its efforts to strengthen a healthy, drug-free work culture among its workforce. President and Group Chief Executive Officer of BPHB, Ruslan Abdul Ghani, stated that

Bintulu Port pioneers drug-free workplace together with AADK

BINTULU: Bintulu Port Sdn Bhd (BPSB) has made history as the first corporate company in Sarawak, and in Malaysia to establish a partnership with the National Anti-Drugs Agency (AADK), marking a milestone in the move towards a drug-free workplace. The initiative was launched by the State Assemblyman (ADUN) for Jepak,

Pang hails free higher education commencing next year

BINTULU: Starting next year, Sarawakian children will be able to enjoy free higher education at state-owned institutions, an approach described as inclusive and progressive by Tanjong Batu Assemblyman, Johnny Pang Leong Ming. According to him, the implementation of this policy proves the Sarawak Government’s commitment to ensuring fair and quality

Sebauh residents reminded to safeguard NCR land ownership

BINTULU: Residents of Sebauh and the surrounding areas along Batang Kemena have been reminded not to relinquish their Native Customary Rights (NCR) land despite the rapid pace of development taking place in the region. Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, emphasised that

Potential hub to scout vocal talent

BINTULU: This town holds immense potential to become a hub for discovering vocal talent, not only at the state level but also on the international stage. Tanjong Batu Assemblyman, Johnny Pang Leong Ming, said that singing competitions should be enhanced and given a fresh new format to cultivate more local

Efforts intensified to address clean water 

BINTULU: The Sarawak Government remains committed to addressing clean water supply issues in rural and interior areas of the state, including through strategic collaborations with private entities and non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Minister of Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, said providing access to clean

Sarawak urged to diversify agriculture beyond oil palm

SEBAUH: Sarawak must not remain overly reliant on oil palm as the main contributor to the state’s agricultural output but instead diversify its focus across other subsectors to ensure food security and sustainable rural development. Minister for Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development, Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom, said