Sarawak Scout HQ to be reborn as national landmark

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Jumaat (2nd left) receives souvenirs from the Taiwan Scouts delegation.

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KUCHING: Plans are in motion for the Scout Association of Malaysia Sarawak branch to redevelop its headquarters with a concept that aims to set a new standard for Scouting facilities in Malaysia.

Sarawak Scouts Council vice president Jumaat Ibrahim said the future headquarters will be more than just a building — it will represent renewal and growth.

He also revealed plans for a one-of-a-kind urban campsite within the city, offering Scouts a rare opportunity to pitch tents and develop outdoor skills in a forested area surrounded by urban life.

“We plan to have a special feature — a camping site in the middle of the city, alongside our headquarters at Batu Lintang. That’s one of the unique elements of the new headquarters. Scouts will be able to camp in an urban forest right in the heart of the city,” he told reporters during a Hari Raya open house at his residence last night (Apr 4).

Jumaat, who is also a member of the National Scout Council said the final designs of the headquarters remain under wraps but are expected to stand out architecturally from other Scout facilities in the country.

“Various activities and facilities will be introduced to train and educate the younger generation of Sarawak on how to live harmoniously in a multicultural society, while also learning independence and how to lead a healthy and disciplined lifestyle,” he said.

He noted that construction may begin within a year, depending on the approval process.

“As with most things, we need to go through the proper channels — including obtaining approvals from the State Planning Authority (SPA).

“Maybe within a year, Inshallah, construction can begin. If the approvals come through quickly, then we can proceed just as swiftly. It’s all part of our effort to establish a proper headquarters for our Scouting activities,” he added.

Notably, the Scout Association of Malaysia Sarawak branch’s headquarters at Jalan Batu Lintang was badly damaged in a fire last year.

Currently, there are about 45,000 Scouts in Sarawak — both registered and unregistered.

Also present at the Hari Raya open house was a delegation of Scouts from Taiwan, led by Stanley Lee.

Jumaat said the visitors came to observe firsthand how people of different colours, races, and religions come together.

“They’re very interested in learning about Malaysian culture, especially here in Sarawak — how people live in harmony regardless of race, religion, or background,” he said.

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