Bukit Assek Redevelopment Plan to commence in 2026, transforming Sibu by 2040
SIBU: The Bukit Assek Redevelopment Plan will commence in 2026, transforming Sibu’s urban landscape over 15 years. In announcing this, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg revealed that the project, spanning four phases, will reshape Sibu akin to Singapore, connecting the town with new infrastructure. “This project is estimated to be carried […]
Snake to blame for power trip in Sibu
SIBU: A snake knocked out power supply here at about 2.21am, affecting the Oya, Salim, and Deshon areas on April 7. In a statement on Monday Sarawak Energy said the seven-foot long reptile slithered into the switchgear at its Oya 275kV Substation, causing the blackout. “Syarikat Sesco Berhad’s (Sesco) technical team removed the carcass, conducted […]
Agro Madani sales at service centre on Saturday
SIBU: Sibu Member of Parliament, Oscar Ling Chai Yew’s Service Centre is scheduled to hold yet another special subsidised goods activity, “Jualan Agro Madani”, this Saturday at a longhouse area in front of Rantau Panjang Primary School here. Ling said that the event is organised in conjunction with the Federal Agricultural Marketing Agency (FAMA) programme […]
Mega projects to spur Sibu economy
SIBU: Sibu division is poised to benefit from two important mega projects in the near future, namely the Mid Rajang Regional Development Agency (MiRRDA) and the Bukit Assek Urban Renewal project. Sibu Division Resident, Datuk Wong Hee Sieng pointed out that the success of these development projects would boost Sibu’s economic landscape, however it all […]
PSB to dissolve after delegates confab on Saturday
SIBU: Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) is scheduled to hold its extraordinary delegates conference at Joystar Garden Restaurant here on Saturday (Feb 17). The party, in a press release today (Feb 13), said the agenda for the 3 pm meeting includes a resolution to dissolve the party. “The opening address will be delivered by PSB president […]
No by-election needed with parties’ merger
SIBU: The Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) and Parti Sarawak Bersatu (PSB) ‘marriage’ will not trigger a by-election. PDP president Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said that the move would be planned and processed in accordance with existing law. “We will not trigger a by-election, and we will not violate the Anti-Hopping Law,” he told reporters […]
Push for Sibu as culture-rich tourist destination.
SIBU: The local community and tourism operators are urged to work together to repackage Sibu as a culturally rich tourist destination. In making this call, Federal Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said the community must bring out the best of Sibu’s characteristics. Tiong, who is also the Bintulu Member of […]
University of Technology Sarawak advocates scholarly writing for ranking improvement
SIBU: University of Technology Sarawak (UTS) chairman Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee has pointed out the significance of scholarly writing and its contribution to the university’s ranking during the launch of the UTS Publisher’s 2024 book collection. He noted the need for functions that encourage lecturers to engage in scholarly writing and publication. He expressed a […]
Pre-festive spring cleaning from Feb 1
SIBU: The Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) is kicking off the New Year with a spring-cleaning initiative that will be held from Feb 1 until Feb 9 in preparation for the festive season. “In conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year celebration, Sibu Municipal Council will put roll-on-roll-off (RORO) bins at several areas for bulky waste […]
LAKIS kindergarten to have its own building
SIBU: The proposal for the Lembaga Amanah Kebajikan Islam Sibu (LAKIS) kindergarten to have its own building at Masjid An-Nur compound is underway said Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee. The Deputy Minister for Education, Innovation, and Talent Development said that the kindergarten is currently renting a house for its operation. “I have discussed with Land Custody […]
