Saturday, 14 March 2026

Author: Rintos Mail

Serikin ICQS project set to begin

KUCHING: The proposed Immigration, Customs, Quarantine and Security (ICQS) Complex project in Serikin, Bau, near here, will kick off soon, said Deputy Minister of Transport (Riverine and Marine), Datuk Henry Harry Jinep. The Tasik Biru assemblyman said the project site handover will be held tomorrow (10 Dec) to begin implementation.

New water pipeline aims to improve supply

KUCHING: The alternative water infrastructure enhancement is now underway to address long-standing supply disruptions affecting residents in the Jagoi and Krokong areas. The project, which involves the laying of an alternative main water pipeline stretching from the Bau junction traffic lights to the Pejiru Booster Station, is expected to significantly

Alternative road project promises safer access for Suba villages

KUCHING: The proposed new alternative road to connect Kampung Suba Buan and Kampung Suba Bandar with Bau town represents more than just asphalt and concrete; it signals access, safety, and opportunity. Deputy Minister of Transport (Riverine and Marine), Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, believed that, upon completion, the road will bring

Proposed road projects set to transform Serembu connectivity

KUCHING: A series of strategic new road projects proposed to be implemented under the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA) are expected to reshape the connectivity landscape in Serembu. Serembu assemblyman Datuk Miro Simuh said RM25 million had been allocated for road connection to open new areas in his constituency.

Bidayuh Cultural Centre nears completion, boosts tourism

BAU: The Bidayuh Cultural Centre (BCC), one of the district’s most anticipated community and tourism projects, is now nearing completion with overall progress entering its final stretch. Once operational, the RM9-million, state-funded facility is expected to become a central hub for Bidayuh cultural preservation, as well as a venue for

Bau village road upgrades to remain top priority

KUCHING: The upgrading of kampung roads across the Tasik Biru constituency in Bau will continue to be implemented in the years to come. Tasik Biru assemblyman and Deputy Minister of Transport (River & Marine), Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, said improving village road infrastructure remains a top priority. This is because

Bau riverine tour operators urged to prioritise cleanliness, safety

KUCHING: Tasik Biru assemblyman, Datuk Henry Harry Jinep, has urged riverine tour operators across Bau district to intensify their commitment to maintaining river cleanliness and ensuring maximum safety for visitors, especially with the rise of eco-tourism activities in areas such as Adis, Segong, Singgai and other nearby communities. Speaking at

Bau Sports Arena to boost community sports and local development

KUCHING: The Bau Sports Arena along Jalan Jambusan has been completed and is now awaiting formal handover before opening its doors to the public. Deputy Minister of Transport Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the RM10 million facility marks a significant addition to the district’s community infrastructure, with only commissioning procedures

Jalan Musi-Buso upgrade aims to permanently end flooding

KUCHING: After years of recurrent flooding that has disrupted traffic and frustrated road users, the long-awaited upgrade of the Jalan Musi-Buso stretch is now underway – and authorities say it will finally put an end to the persistent inundation around the Jalan Buso junction. The Jalan Musi-Buso Upgrading Project, awarded

Bau prepares to unfold new chapter in rich history

THE gold rush may have long faded from the hills of Bau, but a new treasure is being unearthed – not from the earth, but from the rich heritage, culture, and natural beauty that have long defined this historic district. Plans are underway for the creation of the Bau Tourism