Author: Nura V Lorna

Uplift rural communities via united approach

KUCHING: Kota Samarahan Municipal Council (MPKS) chairman Datuk Peter Minos has urged a united approach to fulfil the obligation of supporting and uplifting rural communities. Minos commended Kota Samarahan MP Datuk Rubiah Wang who serves as Rural and Regional Development (KKWD) Deputy Minister for her impassioned plea to rally support

Community centre goes mobile and dynamic

ASAJAYA: A new approach for the Rural Community Centres (PKD) has been adopted, involving the coordination of activities in selected areas. Rural and Regional Development (KKWD) Deputy Minister Datuk Rubiah said this approach brings together all agencies involved by organising activities and exhibitions to enhance service information dissemination to the

MyPKD app system for rural communities launched

ASAJAYA: The Ministry of Rural and Regional Development (KKWD) has launched the MyPKD application system to enhance and further improve the efficiency of operations and management at Rural Community Centres (Pusat Komuniti Desa or PKD) in line with digital technology advancements. Deputy Minister Datuk Rubiah Wang said that PKD is

Creative youth drive multimedia evolution

KUCHING: In a transformative surge, Sarawak’s art industry emerges as a dynamic force, challenging stereotypes of a leisurely pace. Contrary to traditional perceptions, Sarawak’s art scene is experiencing a notable boom, providing an array of opportunities for aspiring talents in multimedia and graphic design. Insights from those on the ground

Expands air connectivity with new routes

KUCHING: In anticipation of the 2024 Chinese New Year, Malaysia will enhance its air travel network by introducing additional flight routes to Sarawak. Tourism, Arts, and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the Ministry has directed Tourism Malaysia to identify potential new routes to Sarawak. “Exploring possibilities for

Promoting sustainable peatland management through collective action

BALAI RINGIN: The Forest Department Sarawak (FDS) recently organised the Communication, Education and Public Awareness (CEPA) Programme on Peatland aimed at promoting sustainable peatland management through collective action. The event, held at the local Community Service Centre, drew 200 participants, including community and village leaders from 96 villages around Balai

School, village, church win in landscape contest

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

Rep committed to developing basic facilities

TEBEDU: Local assemblyman Dr Simon Sinang Bada is committed to developing essential facilities for the local folk, emphasising the improvement of rural socio-economic conditions. He thanked the Parti Gabungan Sarawak (GPS) government, led by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, for continuing the allocation of RM5 million

Swinburne Sarawak students come together to showcase their creativity

KUCHING: The School of Design and Arts at Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus achieved a significant milestone with the collaborative showcase of its final-year students from Multimedia Design, Graphic Design, and Management and Digital Media. Dubbed GradX, an abbreviation for ‘Graduate Final Year Exhibition,’ the event serves as a

Interhill Group donates 190 wheelchairs

KUCHING: Interhill Group has taken a significant step towards community welfare by contributing 190 wheelchairs to enhance healthcare facilities in Sarawak. This commendable initiative is part of the group’s annual corporate social responsibility (CSR) program and aims to support 10 government hospitals across Kuching, Miri, Bintulu, and Sibu divisions. The