Sunday, 15 February 2026

Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Self-service car washing machines seized for non compliance

BINTULU: The Enforcement and Environmental Health Unit of the Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) seized two units of self-service car washing machines after they were found not to comply with license conditions in an integrated operation around the town last Wednesday. BDA in a statement said that in addition to not

Substantial funds obtained for large-scale tree planting operations, says SFC CEO

KUCHING: The CEO of Sarawak Forestry Corporation (SFC), Zolkipli Muhamad Aton, announced that substantial funds have been obtained for large-scale tree planting operations, which will take place in Similajau National Park (SNP). This site has been chosen due to its ecological significance and the pressing need to counter degradation. With

Logistics crucial for Sarawak’s economy

BINTULU: The logistics and transport industry plays a vital role in strengthening Sarawak’s economy. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming said that Sarawak’s large size and diverse natural resources offer both opportunities and challenges for the logistics and transport sector. Pang said efficient management of transportation networks, supply chains,

Closure of Jalan Tun Razak traffic light intersection tonight

BINTULU: The traffic light intersection at Jalan Tun Razak here will be temporarily closed overnight today. The Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) in a statement yesterday informed that the closure that will start from 7 pm until 6 am the next day (June 19) is to make way for the

Tanjong Batu rep presents rural grants to three bodies

BINTULU: Three non-governmental organisations (NGOs) received grants for rural projects from Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming in a brief ceremony held at the Tanjong Batu Constituency Service Centre here today. The three NGOs were Tugau Cycling Club, Bintulu Division Hockien Association Youth Movement and KOVA Netball Association. Tugau

Kemena Bridge construction set to resume

BINTULU: The Sarawak government is committed to helping complete several stalled projects in Sebauh, including the Kemena Bridge. Minister of Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said that the delayed construction of the bridge will resume soon. He mentioned that the Public Works Department

Engaging townhall on BDA strategic plan

BINTULU: The Bintulu Development Board (BDA) is currently working on a plan called the BDA Strategic Plan 2024-2030 with the goal of transforming Bintulu into a low-carbon city. During the BDA Strategic Plan 2024 – 2030 Townhall programme recently, BDA General Manager Datuk Muhamad Yakup Kari announced that UNIMAS Holding

Gawai strengthens community relations

BINTULU: The Gawai Dayak celebration not only promotes tolerance within the Dayak community but also fosters unity among different ethnic groups. Jepak assemblyman, Datuk Talib Zulpilip, said that the celebration serves as a platform to strengthen community relations, particularly between the Dayak community and other communities in the state and

Negeri Sembilan’s Team SR victorious in Esports X Culture Championship

BINTULU: Team SR, representing Negeri Sembilan, secured the top spot in the Mobile Legend Bang Bang (MLBB) competition at the 2023 Esports X Culture Championship, which concluded on Monday (May 29). The team’s triumph earned them a cash prize of RM15,000. Team Shinex MY (Kuching) and Team Novoid, representing Melaka,

Domestic violence seminar draws 40 women

BINTULU: A total of 40 women attended a seminar on domestic violence here yesterday. It involved members of the Federation of Sarawak Women’s Associations (PPWS) in Bintulu – Tatau District as well as some women’s non-governmental organisations (NGOs). The closing of the seminar organised by Bintulu-Tatau District PPWS was done