Projects worth RM900,000 for Bukit Semuja areas
SERIAN: A total of four projects totalling RM900,000 will be implemented in several areas here. These projects, overseen by the Serian Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) are integral components of the 29 initiatives underway in the Bukit Semuja area. Assemblyman John Ilus oversaw the project handover session under the Rural Transformation Project (RTP) 2023 […]
Kota Sentosa rep allocates RM17.5 million to tackle flash floods
KUCHING: A total of RM15 million has been approved to address the flash flood challenges in Jalan Burung Durian, with an additional RM2.5 million designated for Taman Happy Valley. Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap expressed recognition of the struggles faced by residents in these areas, enduring the repeated ordeal of flash floods. As such, he […]
RM500k approved for repair of retaining wall in Kampung Hilir, Serian
SERIAN: A fund amounting to RM500,000 has been approved for the repair of a collapsed retaining wall in Kampung Hilir here, says Bukit Semuja assemblyman John Ilus. The village has been frequently affected by floods during the dry season, emphasising the urgency of repairing the wall to prevent further disasters. Ilus mentioned that his team, […]
River cleaning, dredging project launched
SARIKEI: The river cleaning and dredging project with a total cost of RM200,000 at Sungai Mador Melayu, Bintangor was launched on Thursday. The project involving a river more than 8 kilometres long will be implemented by Up Taha Enterprise and Sarikei Divisional Irrigation and Drainage Department (DID) as its implementing agency.Handover ceremony of the project […]
Village’s flood mitigation project starting soon
SIBU: Flood mitigation project at Kampung UsahaJaya Baru, Jalan Sentosa, Salim is expected to begin in the second half of this year. Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek hoped the project would put an end to the flash flood issue in the area. “The tendering process has been done. Now we are waiting for […]
DID to help mitigate climate change impact
KUCHING: The Department of Drainage and Irrigation (DID) is taking steps to address the impact of climate change in the state. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said the department will modify and adapt climate change strategies from Amsterdam and Copenhagen. “Every Sarawakian must learn that climate change is here in Sarawak and […]
Flood-prone housing estates appeal for help
KUCHING: Residents of several housing estates here have been clamouring for help to address the perennial issue of flooding which has been plaguing their neighbourhoods. In making this statement Saturday (March 11), Michael Kong, the Special Assistant to State DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen, said despite numerous letters and requests for dialogue with the Drainage […]
Anti-flood park in Batu Kawah mulled
KUCHING: A park near Pine Square in MJC, Batu Kawah here has been suggested to be converted into an anti-flood park with a sunken basin that could hold and redirect a significant amount of rainwater to prevent flooding in the area. Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian said he will get the Department […]
Special focus on dilapidated rural schools
KAPIT: Dilapidated schools in the rural areas of Sarawak and Sabah will be given special attention in the presentation of the 2023 Budget on February 24. Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Sabah, Sarawak Affairs and Special Duties) Datuk Wilson Ugak Kumbong said the development of schools in Sarawak is also listed in the […]
Sim wants answers on delayed waterfront project
BAU: Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian wants an explanation from the implementing agency and contractor on the delayed construction of the Siniawan Waterfront project. He was informed by Serembu assemblyman Miro Simuh that the project has been long delayed, as it was supposed to be completed by April last year, and that […]
