Author: Nurul Shima Shahminon

Road closure from Dec14 to Jan 16

BINTULU: Jalan Nyabau situated in front of the Bintulu Hospital will be temporarily closed from December 14 until January 16 next year. According to a notice issued by the Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak, the road closure is to make way for repair works on the road surface and shoulders.

Donations delivered to help orphans

BINTULU: In a recent charitable initiative, the Bintulu Port Authority (BPA) and Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) have donated essential dry food and daily necessities to the Bintulu Orphan Welfare Organisation (PERYATIM). This compassionate gesture was coordinated under the ‘Bintulu Sejahtera’ Collaboration Programme, signifying the ongoing partnership between BPA and BDA.

Tanjong Batu rep strives to ensure better services

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming is committed to assisting in providing the necessary medical needs and equipment for Bintulu Hospital to ensure better services for the people in this division. In this context, he stated that he would strive to assist to the best of his ability

Car-Free Morning invites all on Dec 16

BINTULU: In a bid to promote healthy living, the public is invited to the Car-Free Morning event on Saturday (Dec 16). This initiative, taking place at the Old Bintulu Airport from 7 am to 12 noon, covers a 2.5 km stretch. The day’s line-up is diverse, featuring activities like running,

Assemblyman lauds NGO charity efforts

BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming commended the efforts of non-governmental organisations (NGOs), including religious groups, for their welfare and charity initiatives. Pang noted that these initiatives play a vital role in alleviating the struggles of the needy and less fortunate. “I am both excited and grateful for

Indian association plans new temple

BINTULU: To cater the spiritual needs of Hindus, the Bintulu India Association (BIA) has announced plans to construct a temple in the Tanjung Batu area. BIA president Dr. Sivashunmugam Sangaran revealed the plans during the association’s Deepavali Night celebration held at a local hotel recently. “This is our (BIA) effort

Your welfare just as important, Tiong assures Indians

BINTULU: The Indian community here has been encouraged to continue playing an important role in contributing to the development and progress of the country. Bintulu Member of Parliament Datuk Sri Tiong King Sing also called on the Indian community need to stand together with other communities in strengthening unity. He

Bookworm online game for library members

BINTULU: Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) Central Public Library will hold a “Bookworm Online Game” activity on Dec 16. The activity which starts at 9 am will be held in the activity room of the library and is open to BDA public library members, aged seven to 12 only. Participation can

Interactive English learning at SK Sebauh

BINTULU: In a recent initiative, 37 students from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Bintulu Campus’ Bakti Siswa Group 3, Academic Session 2023/2024, collaborated with the UPM Bintulu Campus Student Management Office to host a Bakti Siswa Programme at SK Sebauh. This programme aimed to highlight the significance of English as a

Majestic Shades Dancer victorious in Borneo Ethnic Creative Dance Festival

BINTULU: Majestic Shades Dancer from Bintulu emerged victorious in the 2023 Borneo Ethnic Creative Dance Festival (EthDance) held at the Sri Kenyalang Hall, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) Bintulu Campus. Led by Fazry Abdullah, the dance group presented a unique performance called ‘Kalong’, which means pattern or carving in the Orang