Thursday, 14 May 2026

Thursday, 14 May, 2026

6:13 PM

, Kuching, Sarawak

Behind the scenes with Kalaka assemblyman

KALAKA Assemblyman, Mohamad Duri, admitted to feeling nervous during his first few speeches but has since grown more confident with experience. In this light and engaging interview with Sarawak Tribune, he shared some behind-the-scenes moments from his time in the Sarawak Legislative Assembly (DUN). Time management has become a key habit for him due to […]

Chinese business community commended in developing Saratok

SARATOK: Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri welcomes the support of the Saratok Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry to help boost the socio-economic activities of the community here. He commended the chamber’s efforts especially in creating business platforms and job opportunities for the local community. He said this after receiving a courtesy visit from Saratok Chinese […]

PBTs told to work with elected reps

KUCHING: Local authorities (PBT) must play their role in tandem with the respective assemblyman’s plans to ensure facilities for the people are well-implemented. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said this applies to several key areas under the jurisdiction of the district councils. He explained that this involves drainage systems, concrete alleyways, street lighting and waste management. […]

Upgrading of drainage system to develop agriculture sector

SARATOK: The priority is to upgrade and rearrange the sluice gates and drainage system in three villages is in tandem with the focus to develop the potential of the agricultural sector in order to improve the socio-economy. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said the initiative is a high-impact project that will directly benefit the people. According […]

Rep ready to help residents build longhouses

KUCHING: Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri has pledged his support to assist residents who wish to build new longhouses in his constituency. He said that there are certain procedures, including a site feasibility study that needed to be carried out before construction could begin. Presently, he said the constituency has 34 longhouses, with an additional application […]

District mosque to get RM1.5m upgrade

SARATOK: The government is finalising the project design to upgrade the Al-Muhtadin Mosque for which a special allocation has been made available by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said improvements would be made to the district mosque, which can accommodate 1,800 worshippers, and was built at a […]

Kalaka rep to help in construction of new Rh Rengan Bunyat

SARATOK: Longhouse communities who wish to build new homes can take advantage of interest-free loans of up to RM30,000 per door through the Longhouse Loan Scheme provided by the Sarawak government. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said this included a longhouse in Selambong, which is now 39 years old. “I was informed by Tr Rengan Bunyat […]

No excuse not to do well in SPM

ROBAN: Public examinations like the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) determine the next course in life for students. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri who gave the reminder said all Form 5 students sitting for the SPM soon must therefore produce good results. “Where do I go after this? Usually there are only two options, and you (the […]

Save for your children, Kalaka rep advises parents

SARATOK: Parents are encouraged to make save every month for their children, especially their education. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said saving required high commitment. “Discipline is very important. Therefore, when it’s payday, save as much as you can for your child. If you can get RM50 to RM100 a month, that’s good enough, and the […]

Beware of prolonged rain, high tides

SARATOK: Residents who live in low-lying areas and are at risk of being hit by flash floods have been reminded to be careful if there are prolonged rain and high tides. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said that it had been raining for the past few days with high tides in the afternoon. “I understand that […]