Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

174 six-year-old pupils graduate

BINTULU: A total of 174 six-year-old children from 16 Tabika Perpaduan Bintulu Division who had completed their studies yesterday attended a graduation ceremony here. Special Officer to the Bintulu MP, Steven Kong officiated at the graduation ceremony held at the Bintulu Development Board’s (BDA) Auditorium. Kong represented Bintulu MP cum

SOSCO aids two in Uma Kulit, Belaga

BINTULU: The Bintulu Security Organisation (SOCSO) assisted two recipients of Temporary Disablement Benefit (HUS) and Invalidity Pension Benefit (PKT) in Uma Kulit Resettlement Scheme in Sungai Asap, Belaga. The first recipient is Jomi John, who was involved in a self-accident on November 5 last year while returning home from work.

CNY carnival at Times Square mall Bintulu until Feb 4

BINTULU: The Chung Hua Association’s youth wing in Bintulu, together with Times Square MegaMall Bintulu, is hosting the 2024 Chinese New Year Carnival at the shopping centre from January 24 to February 4. The carnival was aimed to promote awareness of traditional Chinese culture among the younger generation and offered

Potential strain on government finances

BINTULU: Continuing to grant pensions to politicians could burden the government that might hinder the sustainability of the public service pension scheme. Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) senior lecturer Dr. Lee Kuok Tiung said the focus shouldn’t just be on civil servants, but should also include politicians. He highlighted a common

Pension scrutiny for elected officials

BINTULU: The recommendation by the Congress of Unions of Employees in the Public and Civil Services (Cuepacs) for a review of pension provisions for elected representatives must be from scrutinised from two perspectives. Political scientist Dr. Novel Lyndon said that from a societal viewpoint, he saw the proposal as potentially

Urgent need for heightened public awareness about online scams

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming has stressed the urgent need for the government to enhance public awareness regarding online scam syndicates, noting that the current level of awareness remains low. He pointed out the necessity of conducting extensive awareness campaigns to empower the public to be more

New road contruction utilises RTP fund

BINTULU: A new shortcut road will be constructed from Taman Happy Garden to Taman Putra Jaya here, utilising funds under the Rural Transformation Project (RTP) of the Tanjong Batu state constituency. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang stated that the proposed road construction aims to address traffic congestion issues on Jalan

School in dire need of upgrading work

BINTULU: There is an urgent need to upgrade the infrastructure at Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) St Anthony here. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming said this is to ensure the well-being, safety, and comfort of the school community, especially the students. He mentioned proposed projects include the expansion of covered

Sebauh to be transformed into agricultural haven

BINTULU: A substantial agricultural park (agropark), spanning 1,073 hectares, will be established in the Sebauh area. Food Industry, Commodity and Regional Development Minister Datuk Seri Dr Stephen Rundi Utom said the proposed location is near Sungai Senga in the Sebauh District, previously occupied by the Department of Irrigation and Drainage

Rep ensures school facilities function well

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming through the Community Service Centre of Tanjong Kidurong state constituency is committed to ensuring that the building facilities and school amenities in the area he represents can function properly. He said this matter is important to ensure that infrastructure is conducive and