New school 90 per cent completed
BINTULU: The reconstruction of SK Sungai Tisang is 90 per cent completed. Work on the RM12,500,880 project began on July 15, 2020. When completed, SK Sungai Tisang will be transformed from a dilapidated into a modern school, said Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Port Development Datuk Majang Renggi during a working visit to the school […]
Work together to bring Bintulu forward
BINTULU: Newly-minted Bintulu resident, Nyurak Keti has urged government departments and agencies to work together to provide him with full support just as they have to his predecessor. He explained that it is important to work together as one team and ensure Bintulu becomes an attractive destination. “With the team work from all departments, Bintulu […]
Tanjong Batu rep supports calls to reacquire Bintulu Port
BINTULU: Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang Leong Ming has expressed his full support for the Sarawak government’s intention to take back Bintulu Port from the federal government. He said currently Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is fighting for the rights of Sarawak and planning the development of Sarawak as a whole. […]
STEM it up! set mission to two secondary schools in Bintulu
BINTULU: With the aim of promoting Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) careers, STEM it up! team has set their quest to two selected secondary schools in Bintulu, Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMk) Asyakirin and SMK Kemena. In a press statement today, its spokesperson said STEM Quest is one of the series of activities under the […]
Sikie pays CNY visit in Bintulu
BINTULU: Minister in the Sarawak Premier’s Department, Datuk John Sikie Tayai spent time visiting the residence of Bintulu’s Chen Jia Tai Chi Association advisor, Ding Ching Chuan at Taman Suarah, here to celebrate the Chinese New Year on Friday night. Accompanying him during the visit were his wife, Datin Melia Gelen, Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny […]
BDA committed to moving Bintulu forward
BINTULU: The Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) is committed to playing its role “Towards A Friendly Bintulu City by 2025”. BDA general manager Datuk Muhamad Yakup Kari stated that in conjunction with the 45th anniversary of its founding, BDA launched the official logo for the celebration and had planned up to 23 programmes and events this […]
New 31st Infantry Brigade HQ in Bintulu to operate by next June
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The 31st Infantry Brigade headquarters (31st Bde) in Bintulu is expected to be operational by June, next year. Army chief General Tan Sri Zamrose Mohd Zain said a building to house the headquarters has been identified and is currently in the process of being rented. “Yes we are establishing a headquarters in Bintulu. […]
SK Sri Simalajau handed over to department Dec 15
KUCHING: The newly built SK Sri Simalajau in Bintulu, which was completed on July 19 this year has been officially handed over to the Sarawak State Education Department on Dec 15. The Public Works Department (PWD) said the brief handover ceremony was held at SK Sri Simalajau meeting room, Batu 33, Jalan Bintulu-Miri. While, the […]
Three nabbed for drug abuse in Bintulu
BINTULU: Three local man have been apprehended by police for involving in drug abuse activities at a nearby budget hotel in town. According to Bintulu OCPD Supt Batholomew Umpit, Bintulu’s Narcotic Criminal Investigation Department took down the trio at Pasar Lama on Dec 2 (Friday). “The suspects, age between 18 and 28, were involved in […]
Diabetes Run 6.5 (v.2) attracts 180
BINTULU: A total of 180 runners participated in the Diabetes Run 6.5 (v.2) programmes on Sunday at Tanjung Batu Beach here. According to Sarawak Public Communication Unit (UKAS) news report, the programme aimed to raise awareness among the public about diabetes and adopt a healthy lifestyle. “The programme was organised by Columbia Asia Hospital Bintulu […]
