Friday, 30 January 2026

Author: Osman Razali

Pesta Saratok a resounding success, draws 30,000 visitors

SARATOK: Kalaka Assemblyman, Mohamad Duri, has described the organisation of this year’s Pesta Saratok, which culminated in the Kalaka Regatta, as a resounding success. According to him, all 21 scheduled activities ran smoothly and were filled with excitement. “I can confidently say this year’s edition was a great success, drawing

Ninie Navila crowned Traditional Ethnic Queen of Pesta Saratok

SARATOK: The charming and elegant Ninie Navila Antai was crowned the Traditional Ethnic Queen of Pesta Saratok 2025. Not only did she impress with her graceful presence, but the teacher also displayed eloquence and confidence in answering every question posed during the Ethnic Queen Pageant held at the Sri Kalaka

Connecting road proposed to enhance mobility, economic access

SARATOK: Kalaka Assemblyman, Mohamad Duri, has requested the Sarawak Government to consider constructing a connecting road from Kampung Pagan to Kampung Kaba. He said the proposed road would serve as a vital link to enhance mobility for residents, facilitate the transport of agricultural produce, and improve access to nearby towns

No one will be left behind in state’s development

SARATOK: Sarawak is committed to ensuring no one is left behind in the state’s development journey driven by the Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the Gabung Parti Sarawak (GPS)-led government remains focused on advancing development based on shared prosperity.

Two longhouses get improved facilities, infrastructure

BETONG: Two longhouses in the Betong parliamentary constituency have benefited from the People-Friendly Project (PMR) funded by the federal government. Betong Member of Parliament, Datuk Dr Richard Rapu, said both projects involved the upgrading of road infrastructure. “At Rumah Panjang Jumat, Lakis Entawa, a road was constructed from the longhouse

Anglers reel in cash prizes for heaviest catch

SARATOK: Two lucky anglers managed to bag RM500 each after landing the heaviest catch at a fishing competition in conjunction with the Saratok Festival 2025 here, today. Abang Abdul Zulfasyraf won the shrimp fishing category, with a catch of 146 grams. Besides the prizemoney he also won a hamper. Amirudin

Youth welcome expansion of DUN seats

BETONG: The youth have also welcomed the increase in the number of Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) constituencies from 82 to 99. This is especially true for those in rural areas, who see the Sarawak government under the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) coalition as making efforts to facilitate more comprehensive

More seats, more voices

BETONG: The increase in the number of Sarawak State Legislative Assembly (DUN) seats from 82 to 99 is seen as enhancing the efficiency of the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government’s services to the people. Many believe that this is a step forward, in line with Sarawak’s rapid growth. Therefore, it

Smart TVs distributed to Batang Lupar schools

BELADIN: A total of 116 units of smart televisions (TVs) were distributed to four secondary schools in the Batang Lupar parliamentary constituency to support efforts to strengthen the teaching and learning (T&L) process, which is increasingly evolving. Batang Lupar MP Mohamad Shafizan Kepli said it was among the T&L needs

Boy locked in car rescued in the nick of time

SIMANGGANG: A four-year-old boy who was accidentally locked inside his father’s car was safely rescued within minutes, thanks to the swift action of firefighters. Sri Aman Fire and Rescue Station chief Andrew Vengitasamy, said they received an emergency call regarding the incident at around 10 am yesterday. “Upon arriving at