Author: Natasha Jee

LCDA donates to orphans, less fortunate groups

KUCHING: A contribution totalling RM10,100 was presented to 101 orphans and individuals with disabilities from 13 villages within the Darul Hana project area here. The ‘Sumbangan Hari Raya’ donation by Land Custody and Development Authority (LCDA) was presented by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and his

Aviation delegation calls on Premier

KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg received a courtesy call from Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) at his office in Wisma Bapa Malaysia on Tuesday (Apr 11). The courtesy visit was led by MAG Airline Business chief executive officer (CEO) Ahmad Luqman Mohd Azmi. Ahmad Luqman said

DUN to sit on May 15 to 24

KUCHING: The first meeting of the second session of the 19th Sarawak State Legislative Assembly’s (DUN) will be held on May 15 to 24. According to an official letter to members of the DUN which was sighted by New Sarawak Tribune, the DUN sitting will be declared open by Head

Lulie to head Malaysian Peat Society for another term

KUCHING: Datuk Dr Lulie Melling has been re-elected as the president of the Malaysian Peat Society (MPS) for the 2023-2025 term. She was re-elected during the 13th annual general meeting (AGM) of the Malaysian Peat Society (MPS) on April 8. Dr Lulie will be assisted by vice president David Chia

Traders urged to offer cheaper food

KUCHING: Ramadan bazaar traders in the state have been encouraged to introduce and offer reasonably priced Rahmah menu to consumers. Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) secretary-general Datuk Azman Mohd Yusof said the provision of Rahmah menu could help the less fortunate to buy meals at affordable

S’wak looking at developing caravan, motorhome tourism

KUCHING: Could Sarawak be the next potential destination for caravan or motorhome enthusiasts? Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah thinks there is potential for this form of tourism, and his ministry is exploring the feasibility of the idea. “I can see that

A unique way – a la Sarawak – to break fast with 5,000-strong crowd

KUCHING: A large gathering of 5,000 people did not miss the opportunity to participate in a picnic-style breaking-of-fast event at Padang Merdeka here. Under the scorching sun yesterday (Apr 9), families set up their picnic mats and shades as early as 5pm to break fast later in the evening. Unique

Get ready for Frog Race 2023!

KUCHING: Enthusiasts must be excited and are told to get ready as the 10th International Bornean Frog Race 2023 will be held on June 17 this year. Nature aficionados are therefore called to join the annual event which will take place at the Sama Jaya Nature Reserve. The event organised

Early Raya joy for 50 needy individuals

LUNDU: Hari Raya joy came early for about 50 needy individuals as they received cash assistance and daily food items from the Tanjong Datu Constituency Service Centre. The recipients from Lundu Zone each received RM100 as well as rice during the presentation ceremony of donations to the needy at the

Christians celebrate Easter with joy, hope

KUCHING: Happy Easter, all! Today, Christians all over the world celebrate one of the holiest days, which is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In Sarawak, many faithful have flocked to churches and chapels to attend Easter Sunday sunrise mass. In the meantime, Sacred Heart Church, Kota Sentosa here, was packed with congregants who