Author: Osman Razali

Rep urges relevant authority to expedite erosion project

KABONG: Assemblyman Datuk Mohd Chee Kadir has called on the relevant agencies to expedite the Sungai Seblak Riverbank Corridor Erosion Project in Kampung Sungai Benang here. He commented that the erosion had affected the agriculture routines of the residents at the area as they were worried of their safety. “The

School infrastructures get upgraded through RTP

ROBAN: The allocation under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) to improve Federal Government-owned premises has brought significant benefits to children in their pursuit of education. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri stated that the Sarawak Government is attentive to the current needs of schools. “Through the RTP programme for representatives, we apply

RM14.8mil allocated to stabilise electricity supply in Kalaka, Kabong

BETONG: An estimated RM14.8 million allocation under the Betong Divisional Development Agency (BDDA) was spent to stabilise the electricity supply in rural areas around DUN Kalaka and DUN Kabong, with the proposed installation of 33 kiloVolt (kV) and 11 kV lines.BDDA Utilities and Telecommunications Development Sector Committee chairman Mohamad Duri

Sri Aman community unites to support mental health awareness

SIMANGGANG: The community in Sri Aman has demonstrated a strong desire to work together to support anyone in need of emotional and mental help.Acting director of Sri Aman Hospital, Dr Sim Poh Ling, noted that this reflects the community’s awareness that mental health is as important as physical health.“Without mental

129 rural projects costing RM17.5mil developed from 2021

SARATOK: A total of 168 projects under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) have been developed over a period of five years in the Krian constituency. Krian assemblyman Friday Belik stated that 129 RTP projects have been implemented from 2021 to 2024, with a cost of RM17.5 million. “Next year (2025),

Party members just as important, says Sim

SIMANGGANG: The Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) leadership is playing an important role in government to bring about development in the state. This is in addition to working to restore Sarawak’s rights in the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63). In stating this SUPP president Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said

Govt backs Julau’s push to become Lada Putih Krim hub with new initiatives

JULAU: In an effort to establish Julau as a hub for Lada Putih Krim production, the government has taken several measures, including the development of a Pepper Fertigation Study Plot and the construction of multiple farm roads.Vincent Sawat, director-general of the Malaysian Pepper Board (MPB), stated that 19.2 hectares have

RM48.14mil spent on supporting Julau’s pepper farmers during RMK-12

JULAU: During the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK-12), from 2021 until Oct 4, 2024, the government spent approximately RM48.14 million to assist pepper farmers in the Julau parliamentary constituency. Meluan assemblyman Rolland Duat Jubin stated that under the Pepper Plant Assistance Scheme, RM7.08 million in aid was distributed to 2,494 pepper

Kalaka rep encourages unity among teams at Krian Regatta

SARATOK: Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri has reminded all teams competing in the upcoming Krian Regatta 2024 to demonstrate that the event can foster unity through water sports. He stressed the importance of maintaining harmony among participants, urging teams to avoid any undesirable incidents during the competition. “Saratok has a long-standing

New Spaoh police station completed to enhance local community safety

SPAOH: The completion of the new Spaoh police station demonstrates the Sarawak government’s commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the local community. Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mancha Ata said this also reflects the Sarawak government’s dedication to meeting the current needs of the police force and the people