Author: Osman Razali

RM600k allocated to uplift school’s landscape

GERIGAT: A total of RM600,000 allocated under the Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) this year will be spent to change the landscape of Sekolah Kebangsaan (SK) Haji Junid. Kabong assemblyman Mohd Chee Kadir said it involved three main projects applied for by the school. “Firstly, it is to build a school

Promote newer farming methods, Agriculture Department urged

SIMANGGANG: The Agriculture Department has been urged to be more aggressive in promoting newer and modern farming methods. “In line with the aspirations of Sarawak, I am hoping that the department, especially in Sri Aman, be more aggressive in promoting new methods in order to produce optimum results and meeting

JKKK needs to play active role in development, stresses Kalaka rep

SARATOK: Every Jawatankuasa Kemajuan dan Keselamatan Kampung (JKKK) or Village Security and Development Committee should be involved in the planning and development of its respective area. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said the Sarawak government had given the trust to the JKKK to find out what is best for its area.

Street lights proposal good, says Kalaka rep

SARATOK: The Saratok District Council (MDS) may examine the proposal to install street lights in strategic locations in each village or longhouse. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said the proposal was good to ensure that every strategic location such as the junction to every settlement area is always well lit. “In

Sarawak govt doing best to maximise development in rural areas

ROBAN: The implementation of the Village Expansion Scheme (SPK) and Resettlement Scheme (SPS) is proof that the Sarawak government is doing its best to maximise development in rural areas. Kalaka assemblyman Mohamad Duri said that structured residentials such as SPK and SPS were important because this would make it easier

Kalaka rep: Sports infrastructure also a priority

ROBAN: Sports infrastructure has always been included in Kalaka state constituency’s development plans, especially through the Rural Transformation Project (RTP), even under Betong Divisional Development Agency (BDDA). “We hear the aspirations of young people who always voice such things and I don’t deny that we still need more focus. “The

Dotting of lion’s eyes heralds CNY resumption

SIMANGGANG: A dotting of the lion’s eyes ceremony was held to mark the resumption of the Chinese New Year celebration in a big way here following muted observations during the Covid-19 pandemic years. Deputy Minister of Talent Development Datuk Francis Harden Hollis and his wife Datin Simba Nalang attended the

Looking forward to better infrastructure

BETONG: Youth expect infrastructure development in the state to continue under the leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. They highlight particularly the importance of  high-speed internet and a comprehensive transformation agenda in the field of digital economy not only in the urban areas but also

Financial aid to continue for those in need

DEBAK: The Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development is committed to the distribution of aids and several initiatives prioritised by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Deputy Minister Mohammad Razi Sitam said the financial assistance was also upgraded from time to time. “This year