Saturday, 14 March 2026

Author: Rintos Mail

RM200-million road projects strengthen Bau access

KUCHING: The major alternative road projects that are being planned and implemented in Bau are expected to bring far-reaching impact to Bau Town and its surrounding areas. Upon completion, these roads will not only improve connectivity and shorten travelling time but also boost tourism, economic activities and property development. Among

RM15-million projects underway to upgrade Tanjong Datu water supply

KUCHING: Efforts are still underway to improve the water supply for residents in the Tanjong Datu state constituency with the implementation of several upgrading projects funded under the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA). According to the GKCDA special administrative officer, Datuk Ik Pahon Joyik, three key projects, worth a

Road upgrading, drainage improvement top priority in Batu Kitang

KUCHING: Infrastructure development, particularly road upgrading and drainage improvement, continues to be a key priority in Batu Kitang. Its assemblyman, Datuk Lo Khere Chiang, has remained committed to addressing long-standing infrastructure issues in the constituency, especially in rapidly developing villages and residential settlements. He said numerous projects aimed at improving

PBB branch ready to retain Opar state seat in polls

KUCHING: The Opar branch of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) has declared its readiness to play a key role in ensuring that Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) retains the Opar seat and captures a proposed new seat in the area in the coming Sarawak state election. According to its chairman Datuk

Proposed Serembu abattoir to adopt Chinese technology

KUCHING: The proposed modern abattoir project in Serembu is expected to adopt advanced technology from China to enhance meat processing standards and ensure strict biosecurity control. Serembu assemblyman Datuk Miro Simuh said the RM30million project will feature a modern processing plant equipped with a very tight biosecurity system to safeguard

Sim to make final decision on SUPP candidates

KUCHING: The decision on whether all incumbents from the Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) will be fielded again in the coming Sarawak state election will ultimately rest with the party president. Its deputy secretary-general Lo Khere Chiang said the matter would be carefully deliberated by the party leadership before any

Development projects key to Sarawak voter sentiment

KUCHING: Infrastructure and development projects are expected to play a major role in shaping voter sentiment in the coming Sarawak State Election. Development has long been a key factor influencing electoral support in Sarawak, particularly in rural areas where basic infrastructure such as roads, bridges, water supply and electricity remain

Questions persist over Sarawak’s additional seats

KUCHING: Questions continue to linger in the minds of Sarawakians over the delay in approving additional state seats that were passed by the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN) last year. Many are now asking why the process has yet to move forward, despite the proposal receiving the support of lawmakers in

Meet the geek drawn to the rhythms of farm life

ARMED with a degree in computer science and a future seemingly destined for the digital world, Isaac Stalin could have easily built a comfortable career in air-conditioned offices, writing codes and designing systems. Instead, he chose muddy boots over keyboards, seedlings over software, and plantations over programming. Today, the Sarawak-born

One-third seats: Calls getting louder amid growing frustration

KUCHING: Calls for the expansion of parliamentary seats in Sarawak and Sabah are growing louder as many leaders and civil groups push for the restoration of the constitutional balance envisioned under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). The demand comes amid increasing dissatisfaction following remarks by Minister in the Prime Minister’s