Ministry mulls turning more longhouses into homestays
KUCHING: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture is aiming to identify more longhouses in Sarawak that can be turned into homestays, hence making it a more competitive tourism product. Its Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said this is one of the ministry’s goals and it is to maintain the authenticity and culture of […]
Meradong rep wants funds for haemodialysis centre in Sungai Tulai
DATUK Ding Kuong Hiing (GPS-Meradong) has appealed to the Sarawak government to allocate funds for a haemodialysis centre in Sungai Tulai, Bintangor. “In view of the long waiting list for kidney patients to undergo haemodialysis in Sarikei, the Sungai Tulai community association in collaboration with Kidney Foundation Malaysia have come up with the idea of […]
Longhouse folks hope aspirations turn into reality
BATANG AI: Rural folk, especially those living in the far, interior of Sarawak still put high hopes that after the conclusion of the 15th general election (GE15), things will change for the better. Amidst the beautiful landscape at the Batang Ai hydroelectric dam, some people can be seen taking time off to view the reservoir […]
Longhouse resident loses belongings in fire
MIRI: A 76 year-old longhouse resident from Tuai Rumah Apin Suyung, Bakong, lost some of his belongings when fire engulfed an outdoor shed that is used as a storage early this morning. A total of six Iban traditional jars (Tajau Iban) were among items that were destroyed in the incident besides some power equipment, two […]
Selangau constituents must ensure GPS’ victory
SELANGAU: All residents in the Selangau parliamentary constituency should work together to ensure the victory of Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) here during the 15th general election (GE15). Tamin assemblyman Christopher Gira Sambang said that there are several potential candidates for the Selangau parliamentary seat and the top leadership will choose the candidate who can wrest […]
Mutual assist to the fore
Camaraderie doesn’t happen by accident; developing a strong sense of trust, accountability, and togetherness around team goals requires intentional effort. – Don Yaeger, American author and public speaker Most longhouses in the Melupa basin, a Krian tributary in Saratok, are still practising ‘beduruk’ or mutual assist in many deeds, especially farming. These longhouses comprise three […]
Morning inferno razes 38-door longhouse
SIBU: A 38-door Rh Jungan longhouse at Mile 36, Jalan Sibu-Selangau, was completely razed to the ground earlier today. The unfortunate incident happened around 6.55am and firemen from Selangau and Sungai Merah stations were promptly despatched to the scene. A spokesman from the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) said the team are still carrying out […]
34 longhouses to get long-awaited water supply
MARUDI: The long delayed water supply project in Puyut Lubok Nibong will now be completed by the end of August or early September. Labour, Immigration and Project Monitoring Deputy Minister Datuk Gerawat Gala is disappointed that the project, which was supposed to be completed in May, was not delivered as planned. He had a meeting […]
Longhouses in Sarikei get boxes of mineral water
SARIKEI: Several longhouses around Muara Payang, Sarikei have received boxes of mineral water. According to a statement from the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the donation on Monday (July 25) was given by Deputy Minister for Natural Resources and Urban Development Datuk Len Talif Salleh. Folk in the area had been facing difficulty in getting […]
Women bureaus play vital role in longhouses
SIBU: Women bureaus are a useful institution for women in longhouses as a platform to sow and nurture the seed of cohesiveness, strong ties and cooperation among them. Betong MP Datuk Robert Lawson Chuat said they are the most appropriate mediums for the exchange of ideas and knowledge. And this can contribute towards a better […]
