Author: Neville Timothy Sanders

Cable theft and vandalism threaten development in rural areas, says Julaihi

KUCHING: Vandalism and the theft of electrical and telecommunications cables in rural areas have escalated into a critical problem, disrupting services and hindering development. Utility and Telecommunications Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi voiced his concern about the rising incidents, particularly in Samarahan. “These acts of vandalism, especially cable theft, disrupt

Kapit rural folk finally receive electricity with completion of SARES Phase 2

KUCHING: After more than 30 years of waiting, the dream of dozens of families in the rural areas of Kapit to enjoy electricity has finally come true with the completion of second phase of the Sarawak Alternative Rural Electrifiation Scheme (SARES). Deputy Rural and Regional Development Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang

Water treatment capacity to be doubled

SARATOK: The water capacity for the Kaki Wong Water Treatment Plant will be increased to 60 million litres per day (MLD) to improve and stabilise the supply of treated water. Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi said that it would become the main treatment plant in the area,

Nanta calls for swift action on delayed infrastructure projects

KAPIT: Staff of the Kapit District Public Works Department (PWD) have been urged to take delays in public infrastructure projects seriously, as they not only inconvenience the public but can also pose safety risks. Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said that in today’s world of advanced and fast-paced

Firefighters told: Take up sports to stay fit

TELANG USAN: Fire and rescue officers are encouraged to enhance their skills in sports and leadership to ensure the success of various programmes. Telang Usan assemblyman Datuk Dennis Ngau said sports activities are crucial for maintaining the health of Fire and Rescue officers, as they need to stay fit and

Firefighters told: Take up sports to stay fit

TELANG USAN: Fire and rescue officers are encouraged to enhance their skills in sports and leadership to ensure the success of various programmes. Telang Usan assemblyman Datuk Dennis Ngau said sports activities are crucial for maintaining the health of Fire and Rescue officers, as they need to stay fit and

Kedayans to get multimillion ringgit own premises soon

LIMBANG: The Kedayan Limbang Association will soon have its own building next to SJKC Yuk Hin Limbang. Deputy Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Ismail said the initial site previously approved was unsuitable due to its location on a hillside, which led to its relocation

Sarawak table tennis athletes unable to maintain momentum

KUCHING: The Sarawak team was not able to keep up the momentum they had previously during the fourth day of the para table tennis event at the ongoing 21st Para Malaysia Games (Para Sukma XXI) 2024. In the morning session, Brayden Huang Chuan Yuan lost to Muhammad Faiz Abdul Ahmad

Sarawak’s Brayden Huang puts up tough fight in bronze medal loss

KUCHING: Despite putting up a tough fight, Brayden Huang Chuan Yuan, 19, was not able to win the bronze medal in the Men’s Standing Single 11, Para Table Tennis at the 21st Malaysia Para Games (Para Sukma XXI) 2024. Held at SJK Chung Hua No. 3 today (Sept 26), Brayden

Siblings’ feats strive Brownson to excel 

KUCHING: Brownson John Gustin said that he trained at least two hours per day to prepare for the para powerlifting event at the 21st Para Malaysia Games (Para Sukma XXI) 2024. The 15-year-old bronze medalist and the brother of paralympic gold medallist Bonnie Bunyau and Para SUKMA gold medalist Bryan