Monday, 30 March 2026

Author: Osman Razali

Sixth formers told to give their academic best

SARATOK: When in Form Six, the entrance to the ivory tower is already in sight. In light of this, Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri urged Malaysian Higher School Certificate (STPM) candidates to give their best to achieve excellent results in the public examination. According to him, the aspiration to attend university

Saratok public park to be upgraded

SARATOK: Plans are in place for the Saratok Public Park to be upgraded said Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri. He said a sum of RM300,000 has been allocated for improvement works to both preserve its beauty as well as to align with the plans of the state government. “We will not

Two large road projects a catalyst for rural growth

BETONG: The construction of a new road from Maja to Penurin and an access road from Jambu Krampak to Rantau Layang is described as a major project that will catalyse rural growth and improve the socioeconomics of the people. Deputy Minister of Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Datuk Gerald Rentap

Proposed new road to enhance connectivity in Debak

DEBAK: A new road project is in the proposal stage to significantly shorten the travel distance between Kampung Debak Laut, Buda, and Dit, thanks to allocations from the Betong Divisional Development Agency (BDDA). Deputy Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development, Datuk Mohamad Razi Sitam noted the positive impact

Kalaka rep urges swift implementation of electricity projects

ROBAN: Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri has stressed the government’s commitment to ensuring the rapid implementation of the Additional or Late Applicant Fund (ALAF) scheme for the Rural Electricity Supply Project (BELB) across all areas within the Kalaka State Legislative Assembly (DUN). This initiative aims to provide 24-hour electricity supply to

School leavers can pursue tourism expedition cert

BETONG: Secondary school students who have completed the Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) in 2022 and are still looking for a place to continue their studies are invited to enrol in pursuing the Tourism Expedition Certificate at Betong Community College. Its director Andrew Douglas Gudam said that registration is still

Pre-CNY waste collection from Feb 5

SIMANGGANG: The Sri Aman District Council (MDSA) will be collecting bulk waste in the town ahead of the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration. The council said the collection will begin next Monday covering areas such as Taman Sri Jaya, Taman Desa Indah, Jalan Hollis, Jalan Brayun, Taman Suria, Taman Makmur,

Use grants effectively to enhance education quality, says MP

SEBUYAU: Government grants allocated to Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) are hoped to be effectively utilised to improve the quality of children’s education, according to Batang Lupar MP Mohamad Shafizan Kepli. He pointed out the government’s commitment to supporting schools through annual fund allocations, aiming to elevate the standard of education. “May

Kalaka rep urges continued cultivation of Quran appreciation

SARATOK: Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri has stressed the importance of nurturing a culture of love for the Quran within the community, highlighting ongoing initiatives aimed at integrating the Quran into daily life. He noted that while various efforts have been made to promote Quran appreciation, challenges remain in strengthening the

Kalaka resource centre gets go-ahead

SARATOK: The state government has approved the construction of the Hulu Perpat Resource Centre. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said it was one of the projects under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) in his constituency this year. “We have identified a suitable site in Kampung Hulu Perpat for it. The work