Premier: Acquisition of Maswings to boost international participation in state festivals and events
KUCHING: Sarawak is eagerly anticipating its acquisition of Maswings, aiming to attract more visitors, including international participants, for Sarawak Regatta, dragon boat events and other significant occasions in the state. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said there is already an overwhelming response from participants in the International Dragon Boat Regatta event […]
Year-round activities needed to unlock potentials
By Martin Yee SARAWAK, with its rich cultural heritage and natural wonders, is indeed a treasure trove of attractions that draw tourists from around the globe. Events like the World Rainforest Music Festival and the Kuching Festival have become renowned highlights, showcasing the region’s diversity and captivating audiences with their unique offerings. However, the sporadic […]
Lions Club members converge to attend events
SIBU: Various local Lions Clubs here have joined forces with Lions Club of Bintangor and Lions Club of Sarikei at the Sibu Airport today to warmly welcome the arrival of Lions District 308-A Governor Kapitan Ronny Hiew and his wife Chee Suk Fun.The couple was accompanied by lst Vice District Governor Annie Ho, 2nd Vice […]
Natural Avenue sponsors RM20,000 for Kuching Festival Martial Arts Display and Kuching Zumba Fiesta
KUCHING: Natural Avenue Sdn Bhd has chipped in RM20,000 for the upcoming Kuching Festival Martial Arts Display and Kuching Zumba Fiesta. Both events are set to take place on Aug 12 and 19 respectively at the State Hockey Stadium here. The donation was handed over during a press conference to Kuching South City Council (MBKS) […]
Premier to join locals for festive events in Simunjan
SIMUNJAN: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is expected to join locals here for the Hari Raya gathering and Pre-Gawai event at the Simunjan Mesra Hall on May 20. Simunjan assemblyman Awla Dris invited his constituents and those around the constituency to attend the programme. Meanwhile, State Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu […]
Sarawak eyes new convention centre for large-scale events
KUCHING: Sarawak is planning to develop a new convention centre, which will be used for large-scale business events or local and international concerts. Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah hoped that the new facility could cater to at least up to 10,000 people per event. “Because the […]
564 participate in rafting challenge in Serian, highest in event history
SERIAN: The return of the annual Serian Rafting Challenge was well-received with 564 participating in the event, marking a new record for the challenge throughout its ten-year history. Organised by Serian District Council (SDC), the event kicked-off as early as 8am where 141 bamboo rafts departed from Kampung Tema Mawang, Tebedu to Kampung Tebakang Dayak […]
A weekend in ART OF SPEED 2022
Malaysia’s premier Kustom and Counter Culture event If you came across mean machines zooming past in uncountable numbers across the Klang valley on the first weekend of July, they were headed to Malaysia’s premier Kustom and Counter Culture event. After overcoming the Covid-19 pandemic, Art Of Speed (AOS) made a return in a big way […]
Make a date with Swinburne open days
KUCHING: Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus will hold a series of nationwide Open Day events in May and June. According to a statement, the programme will allow prospective students to gain first-hand information on Australian education, financial assistance, campus facilities and provide relevant information. The Open Day series will kick off at Promenade Hotel […]
Post Covid race a runaway success
BY ANNABELL NAJA TOMMY KOTA SAMARAHAN: A run organised by Hock Seng Lee (HSL) and Grit Events Management in conjunction with Mother’s Day at the La Promenade shopping mall drew 1,350 participants. Kota Samarahan MP Datuk Rubiah Wang flagged off the 3km, 5km, 10km and 21km categories of the event and later presented prizes to […]
