SARATOK: The existence of ‘dango’ or temporary shelters built during the regatta season here has added vibrancy to the festivities. Kalaka Assemblyman, Mohamad Duri, said that while other places may also have such practices, the atmosphere of the regatta in Saratok is further elevated by the presence of the ‘dango’.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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