Projects will change Dalat, Oya landscape
DALAT: Several major projects to be implemented in Dalat and Oya this year will be game changers in these two areas, said Minister for Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. “In Dalat, we will implement a boutique hotel with 36 rooms and other facilities such as supermarkets and banking services. “Meanwhile, […]
Rider dies in motorcycle crash
MUKAH: An elderly rider tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident at KM5, Jalan Mukah-Oya yesterday (Aug 1). The victim, identified as Buang Mohamad, 69, was travelling from Kampung Judan towards Mukah at around 6 am when the accident occurred. According to Mukah police chief DSP Muhamad Rizal Alias, it is believed that the […]
Society for the Blind holds fund-raising
SIBU: An open house was held at the blind centre on Sunday to raise funds for the Sibu branch of the Sarawak Society For The Blind (SSB). Retired Appeal Court Judge Datuk Stephen Chung who officiated at the event thanked various local organisations, sponsors and donors who contributed to the success of the open house. […]
Karaoke competition, anyone?
DALAT: It’s time for you to flex your singing skill at the Open Karaoke competition organised by D’Sanglau, Oya on July 16 July, starting at 8.30 pm at the Mini Stage of Kafe D’Sanglau (Old Cafe). There are two categories, namely men’s and women’s. However, the holding of the competition is subject to response from […]
Oya fishermen land 150kg stingray
DALAT: An Oya fisherman, Jafar Bakar, and his friends managed to bring home a stingray weighing 150 kgs when they went fishing recently. That, according to the chairman of Pasar Sabtu Oya, Arini Suhaili, was the first time fishermen in the small district of Oya landed the heaviest and largest fish ever since Pasar Sabtu […]
Fruitful years for Dalat and Oya, thanks to Dalat incumbent
DALAT: The last five years has been fruitful for the district of Dalat and its Oya sub-district, with some major developments taking place and changing their landscapes. This was made possible due to good leadership coupled with close cooperation and support from the communities as well as the relevant agencies. Dalat now has a riverfront, […]
Pack your products for markets abroad, fishermen advised
OYA: Fishermen in Oya have been advised to pack their products properly so that they can be marketed abroad. “The packaging must also meet current standards involving the labels of the ingredients used, product nutrients, expiration dates and the names and addresses of the manufacturers,” added Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister […]
Bazaar undergoes transformation
OYA: This once sleepy bazaar is slowly attracting visitors not only from within Mukah division but also outside, thanks to the scrumptious food available such as the popular mi udang (prawn noodles). This has been acknowledged by Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah. She said efforts to provide […]
Sanctioned crocodile hunt to last until March 21
OYA: A crocodile hunt is going on now along Oya River. It started on March 12 and will last until March 21. The operations involving 17 men from the Sarawak Forestry Department (SFC), police (PDRM) and Sungai Oya Fishermen’s Community (as guide) is deemed necessary after four villagers lost their lives to crocodiles in the […]
Croc attack victim’s family to receive aid
OYA: The family of a victim of a recent crocodile attack here is expected to receive RM20,000 from Tabung Amanah Serangan Binatang Buas. This was announced by Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah when she visited Julia Jaidil, 40 and her four children aged between three to 12 […]
