Partial closure from April 21 to May 5
SIBU: A half road closure will be implemented along Jalan Persiaran Brooke here. The Public Works Department (PWD) Sarawak in a recent statement said that the road would be closed for 15 days from April 21 to May 5. “It is necessary to facilitate tree trimming works along the road,” PWD said. Road users are […]
Ferry terminals extends operating hours on Apr 5-14
MUKAH: Three ferries will be operating at the ferry terminals of Kuala Igan, Muara Lassa and Batang Paloh starting from April 5 to 14. Public Works Department (PWD) announced that the inclusion of these additional ferries was to facilitate a smooth travelling for the public for the Hari Raya Aidilfitri festivity. “For Ferry 1 at […]
PWD set a high standard for its KPI
KUCHING: The top management of Public Works Department (PWD) recently conducted a workshop to review its Balance Scorecard (BSC) and Key Performance Indicator (KPI). The workshop was attended by Balanced Scorecard (BSC) Champions, Deputy Directors, Senior Principal Assistant Directors and Divisional Engineers to ensure that the objective aligned with the department’s goal. PWD Sarawak director, […]
Temporary road closure in Sri Aman from March 14 – 31
KUCHING: The Public Works Department (PWD) of Sri Aman division has announced that half of Jalan Kejatau road would be temporarily closed for tree cutting works from March 14 until 31. According to the statement by PWD, the tree pruning works would be carried out starting from the main junction of Jalan Kejatau until Jalan […]
PWD spends 90% funds for development
KUCHING: The Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) has achieved an impressive 89 per cent utilisation of its development expenditure last year. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas said that the department’s development expenditure is one of the highest among various ministries and departments. “In 2021, PWD Sarawak’s development expenditure performance was at 67.46 per […]
Sarawak PWD adept at handling mega projects
KUCHING: The Pan Borneo Highway project demonstrates the capabilities of the Sarawak Public Works Department (PWD) to manage mega projects. State PWD director Datuk Richard Tajan said the appointment PWD as the project administrator provides opportunities for engineers and experts to contribute their expertise. He said PWD has reorganised its offices statewide to ensure a […]
Nancy urges society to help PwD register with Welfare Department
KUCHING: All layers of society should help persons with disabilities (PwD) register with the Social Welfare Department (JKM), said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. Speaking at the launch of the National PwD Day celebration here last night, Nancy said the advantage of registration enables the PwD community to enjoy nearly […]
Emergency fund for roads proposed
MURUM assemblyman Kennedy Chukpai Ugon suggests that the government allocate a dedicated fund of at least RM3 million in each Public Works Department (PWD) division or district office as a proactive measure for emergencies, specifically when roads are cut off. He said when debating on the 2024 State Budget at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) […]
Temporary road closures for repair works
KUCHING: The Public Works Department (PWD) Samarahan division has announced temporary road closures at five roundabouts on the Kuching-Kota Samarahan Expressway and Kuching-Kota Samarahan division from October 20 to October 31. The closure is necessary for repair works and road surface upgrades, specifically at the Pusat Jantung Sarawak roundabout. During this period, drivers are advised […]
King, Queen travel along Nyabau Interchange in Bintulu
BINTULU: The ‘Kembara Kenali Borneo’ led by Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri’ayatuddin al-Mustafa Billah Shah and the Raja Permaisuri Agong Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah cruised along the 1.23-kilometre Nyabau Interchange last night (Sept 10). The arrival of Their Majesties and their entourage at Sarawak’s longest interchange around 7.20 pm was welcomed by Sarawak […]
