Leaders reflect on progress
BY AMYRA VARKISA & MARGARET RINGGIT Sarawak is commemorating its 60th Independence Day today (July 22), adopting the theme ‘Sarawak Maju Makmur’ for this significant milestone. This occasion serves as a poignant reminder of the remarkable progress and achievements the state has attained across various sectors throughout the past six decades. However, the journey towards […]
What we love about our state
BY GABRIEL LIHAN & JAMES WONG Sarawak has a long-lasting history of wonderful culture, beautiful traditions, and amazing foods that have been etched in the lives of so many proud Sarawakians. To commemorate 60 years of independence, New Sarawak Tribune delved into the hearts of Sarawakians from all walks of life to understand their profound […]
Minos foresees brighter future for Sarawak
KUCHING: Sarawak has been progressing well over the past 60 years with prospects of even brighter future in the future. Political observer Datuk Peter Minos said things have changed in Sarawak since it gained independence, from visible public utilities and facilities to education and skills of the people. With the emergence of new industries he […]
70 take part in Sarawak Day expedition
KOTA PADAWAN: About 70 participants are taking part in the 722 Sarawak Day expedition in conjunction with the 60th Sarawak Independence Day celebration. Organised by Mercedes Benz Car Fans Club, the expedition began in Kota Padawan and is currently heading to Serian. The expedition will then continue its destination to Sibu, then to Bintulu, Mukah […]
Cyclist covers 1,070km for love of homeland
KUCHING: With his love for his homeland Sarawak, Mohammad Mos had cycled a distance of 1,070km from Telok Melano to Sungai Tujuh, Kuala Baram in Miri in conjunction with the 58th Sarawak Day celebration. According to him, as a cyclist, he would like to make at least a little bit of contribution to his homeland, […]
Fun run attracts over 500
MIRI: More than 500 runners of all ages braved the rain to take part in the Bulatan Park fun run, held in commemoration of the Sarawak Day early yesterday morning here. There were two categories involved, namely the 5km and 10km distance of the event that was organised by Bulatan Park Runner and was flagged […]
Festival to provide fresh creative impetus
KUCHING: An eight-day Borneo Illustration and Creative (BIC) Festival will be held to provide a breath of fresh air to the creative industry after a two-year lull owing to the Covid-19 pandemic. Themed ‘Sarawak Day, This Place We Call Home’, it will host free of charge interactive walk-in activities for visitors of all ages. The event […]
Combined service for a better Sarawak
KUCHING: A special prayer service was held in conjunction with Sarawak Day at the Christian Ecumenical Worship Centre (CEWC), here on Thursday (July 21). Members of different church denominations and other faiths came together to pray for a better Sarawak. New Sarawak Tribune had the opportunity to meet with some of the members at the […]
Digital Info Hunt programme attracts 75
KUCHING: A total of 75 participants from 15 teams took part in the Digital Info Hunt programme held in conjunction with Sarawak Day this year. DBKU’s deputy director of the Financial Services Department (FCS) Salwa Pauzi officiated at the programme at exactly 8am by waving the DBKU flag to kick off the competition today. This […]
Public throng Sibu Indoor Stadium, crowds turning up early for Sarawak Day do
SIBU: The Sibu Indoor Stadium was filled with excited members of the public attending the Sarawak Day celebration as early as 6pm. Thomas Luke was amongst the earliest to arrive expressed his excitement to watch the night’s spectacular line up of performances. Admitting that he has seen the performances in full rehearsal, the 18-year-old student […]
