SERIAN: The 2023 Landscape Competition here awarded top honours to SMK Serian, Kampung Simpok, and St. Matthew’s Church Kampung Mundai in the categories of school, village, and place of worship, respectively.
This competition, a first of its kind in the division, celebrated efforts in environmental awareness and beautification.
The award ceremony, officiated by Serian District Council (MDS) chairman Lim Hock Meng, was held at the Ranchan Multipurpose Hall on Thursday.
The event witnessed participation from a diverse group of twelve contenders – six villages, four places of worship, and two high schools. The competition’s core aim was to enhance environmental consciousness among various community groups, including students, villagers, and members of religious institutions.
Rewards for excellence included a RM1,000 cash prize, a trophy, and a certificate for the champions in each category. The second and third place winners received RM800 and RM600, respectively, along with trophies and certificates. Additionally, the event recognised seven more participants with consolation prizes, each receiving RM150 and a participation certificate.