Borneo’s unique nature to take centre stage at BIGEXS 2023
KUCHING: Floraphile, anthophile, plantsman, get ready as the first homegrown Borneo International Garden Expo Sarawak (BIGEXS) 2023 is scheduled to take place from March 17 to 19 at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). Organised by BCCK and Orchidwoods Company, the expo aims to feature Borneo’s unique nature, and horticulture as a passion project for like-minded […]
Saradec challenged to drive economic transformation by design
KUCHING: Sarawak has the potential to become a regional hub for furniture and timber industries through education and the creative industries. ArcRadius Consulting Sdn Bhd managing director Datuk Prof Ian Davies @ Iskandar Abdullah said in Singapore and Thailand, the National Design Centres have acted as a magnet, to both attract international creative talent and […]
Art celebrates Bidayuh tradition on brass rings
KUCHING: Artist Gerald Goh has always been intrigued by Bidayuh women who wore brass rings on their forearms and calves from a very young age in days of old. “It is something that we need to preserve and after knowing that their numbers are now down to three ring ladies, this tradition is something which […]
Automobiles, airplanes with S’wak wood designs?
KUCHING: Sarawak wood designs may one day be used in the interior décor of automobiles and airplanes. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said this is where Sarawakian designers come in and be creative in their designs. “If you study any business corporation such as why the Japanese cars could overtake European […]
Penetrating global markets via creative product designs
KUCHING: Sarawak needs to focus on the design of creative products from the state to penetrate international markets. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan said Sarawak’s rich culture with diversified ethnic groups is beneficial for creative design. “Hence, today’s event, themed ‘Design For Tomorrow’, is timely and relevant to instil and promote the […]
Celebrate love at Raintree Restaurant
KUCHING: Have no idea where to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Worry no more, as The Raintree Restaurant at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) will be offering its memorable and romantic dinner cuisine on the Day of Love. According to a press release issued by the restaurant yesterday, it is offering a five-course meal of Valentine […]
Sarawak attains almost 100 pct power coverage
KUCHING: Sarawak has achieved 99.2 per cent overall domestic electricity coverage and 97.9 per cent rural electricity coverage through a mixture of electrification initiatives under the Ministry of Utility and Telecommunication. According to Sarawak Energy Group chief executive officer Datuk Sharbini Suhaili, this is a significant improvement from 56 per cent rural electricity coverage in […]
Goody bags from BCCK
KUCHING: New Sarawak Tribune received goody bags from the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK). BCCK representative, Eric Chuo presented the goody bags to New Sarawak Tribune & Suara Sarawak’s Administration/Finance senior executive, Sharaini Sajali. The presentation ceremony took place at the daily’s office in Metrocity Matang yesterday in conjunction with the Chinese New Year celebration […]
Anwar expected to visit Sarawak for two days
KUCHING: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is expected to be in Sarawak for a two-day official visit this week. This will be his first visit to Sarawak as the 10th prime minister since he was sworn in on Nov 24 last year. According to reliable sources, Anwar will be in town from Jan 19 […]
Political stability, devt ensure bright future for Sarawak
KUCHING: The future of Sarawak continues to be bright with political stability and rapid development under the leadership of Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) led by Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah said he recalled that in 2017, the Premier expressed his vision to develop and transform […]
