Delayed water supply project finally up and running
KUCHING: The RM974.1 million Tanjung Manis Water Supply Project, the construction of which began in November 2013, was finally completed in September last year. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the project was delayed due to several technical issues. “The Sarawak government approved additional allocations provided through an alternative funding formula […]
Water supply capacity expansion to benefit over 83,500 residents in Asajaya-Simunjan
ASAJAYA: The water supply capacity from Asajaya to Simunjan is set to increase, benefitting more than 83,500 residents as the Slabi Water Treatment Plant in Serian is set to distribute treated water in the area. Minister for Utility and Communication, Datuk Seri Julaihi Narawi outlined his ministry’s proposal for the plant to supply water from […]
Clean water supply project in Samarakan included in devt plans
BINTULU: The clean water supply project in the Samarakan area has been included in the Sarawak government’s development plans. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan assured that it is currently underway, including work to increase the capacity of water treatment plants. “This is not only in our plans for Rumah Rapael Ngau but […]
Kanowit Phase 2 water supply project ready by Q1 2024
SIBU: The Kanowit Phase 2 water supply project is expected to be completed by March next year after taking into account the availability of construction materials and the approval of Extension of Time (EOT) for the project. Utility and Telecommunication (MUT) Minister Datuk Julaihi Narawi said despite the slight delay, he had reminded the contractor […]
Water supply disruption in Bau
Residents of Bau District will be experiencing water supply disruption starting from 9am to 4pm today. The Sarawak Rural Water Supply Department (JBALB) said the affected areas include Kampung Apar, Segong, Barieng, and its surrounding areas. JBALB Sarawak said the water disruption will take place to allow Sarawak Energy to carry out maintenance works.
RM133 mil for water supply improvement
SIMUNJAN: The Sarawak government has dedicated RM133 million towards the installation of water pipes from Selabi in Serian, aiming to resolve water supply issues in Gedong and Simunjan. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said that this allocation would ensure that residents in Gedong and Simunjan no longer face water supply problems […]
RM100 mil allocated for water supply in Serian
SERIAN: The Sarawak government has allocated a fund of RM100 million to supply clean water for the Serian area. Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts II Datuk Snowdan Lawan said that the residents of Kampung Sega Baru in particular will be able to enjoy clean water supply after the implementation of the […]
Deputy minister resolving issues affecting Bintangor community
BINTANGOR: Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Environment, and Climate Change, Datuk Seri Huang Tiong Sii is helping to resolve issues faced by the people of Bintangor. The issues include roads repairs, water supply, and applications for aid and projects. Despite his tight schedules, Huang takes a serious view of the problems faced by his constituents […]
219 water supply projects completed statewide
SUBIS: A total of 219 water supply projects in various areas statewide have been successfully completed. In stating this, Minister of Utilities and Telecommunication Datuk Julaihi Narawi disclosed that there are still 69 projects in the construction stage, while the remaining nine projects are still in the planning phase. “The state government through my ministry […]
Addressing water shortages in Gedong, Sebuyau and Simunjan
By Ma Chee Seng & Tania Matu KOTA SAMARAHAN: The state and federal governments have budgeted a total of RM109.2mil for three projects to address water shortages in Gedong, Sebuyau and Simunjan, said Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi. The Deputy Minister for Utility and Telecommunication said that it was essential, especially when it was discovered […]
