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Sarawak Hari Malaysia exhibition expands to 10 divisions
The 2026 national Hari Malaysia exhibition in Sarawak has been expanded to 10 divisions beyond Kuching, Putrajaya and Kota Kinabalu. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said the exhibition offers a chance to understand the formation of Malaysia and MA63, and runs from 10 to 15 September.
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Slanted TM pole at Lorong Stakan 9 in Kota Sentosa draws safety complaint
A slanted telephone pole at Lorong Stakan 9 in Kota Sentosa, Kuching has drawn complaints from a resident who says Telekom Malaysia has not acted since June. Michael Kong, special assistant to Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, urged TM to inspect and fix the pole after a site visit, warning it could endanger residents and road users.
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Husband recalls Singapore holiday before Debra Moset died in Long Lellang helicopter crash
The husband of nurse Debra Moset, killed in the Flying Doctor Service helicopter crash in Long Lellang, spoke before her funeral in Kota Padawan on Monday. John Then Hua said the couple had taken a holiday in Singapore a week before the crash, and that she had been looking forward to moving into their new home in Kampung Semadang. Five others died in the crash, including the pilot and a medical officer.
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Ibraco launches NorthBank Business Exchange in Kuching with ART and hospital links
Ibraco Bhd has launched the NorthBank Business Exchange (NBX) in Kuching, a mixed-use destination within the 123-acre NorthBank township. NBX will be connected to the SM07 NorthBank Ibraco ART station and the adjoining Regency Specialist Hospital Kuching via a dedicated SkyLink bridge, and will feature a neighbourhood mall, offices and over 1,000 basement parking bays.
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Pay & Go eDonation platform launched in Kuching with Red Crescent Sarawak
A new Pay & Go eDonation Platform was launched in Kuching on Sept 9, allowing the public to give to humanitarian and charitable causes digitally. The launch was held alongside the signing of an eDonation Collaboration Agreement between the Malaysian Red Crescent Society Sarawak Chapter and Pay & Go Sdn Bhd, witnessed by state minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah, who said listed NGOs must be credible, licensed and transparent.
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59 Indonesians detained in Ops Sapu raids around Kuching
Malaysian Immigration in Sarawak detained 59 Indonesian nationals in Ops Sapu at three locations around Kuching city from 12 September to yesterday. A total of 92 individuals were screened, with those held suspected of various immigration offences under the Immigration Act 1959/63. All detainees were taken for further action.
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Sarawak International Open tenpin bowling ends with 663 entries
The 8th Sarawak International Open Tenpin Bowling Championships concluded in Kuching on Saturday, drawing 663 entries across five divisions from Malaysia and seven other countries. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian called the eighth edition a significant milestone for the sport in Sarawak, and praised the state amateur association for also running the SABATI Cup fundraiser for the Kuching Autistic Association.
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Kuching traffic op seizes 99 motorcycles, 222 summonses issued
Traffic police in Kuching impounded 99 motorcycles and issued 222 summonses during a nine-and-a-half-hour operation along Jalan Tun Sallehuddin. A 17-year-old rider was arrested for allegedly using a false licence plate, and 208 people and 187 vehicles were inspected.
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Second Malaysia Day 2026 rehearsal at BCCK runs smoothly, says Abdul Karim
The second rehearsal for the Malaysia Day 2026 celebration at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) went smoothly, according to Sarawak Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Minister Dato Sri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. He said the dancers and pledge readers are well prepared for the main event on 16 September, which national and state leaders will attend.
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Snowdan: Sarawak's 34 ethnic groups can boost cultural tourism
Sarawak deputy tourism minister Datuk Snowdan Lawan said the state's 34 recognised ethnic groups are an untapped cultural tourism asset that Sarawakians themselves should learn about first. He spoke at the Miss Sarawak Tourism 2026 grand finale at Riverside Majestic Hotel in Kuching on Saturday night, where Ng Ka Sing of Stampin was crowned winner. The winner and runner-up will represent Sarawak at Miss Malaysia Tourism 2026 in Ipoh, Perak.
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Police arrest woman, 22, over unlicensed Kuching entertainment centre
Kuching police arrested a 22-year-old woman during a raid on an unlicensed entertainment centre along Jalan Lapangan Terbang late Friday night. Separately, a 41-year-old man died after his car crashed into a roadside ditch along Jalan Sungai Moyan early Saturday.
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Sim Kui Hian: Sarawak youth must be thinkers, creators and leaders
Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the state's youth must take on a bigger role in development as thinkers, creators and leaders. He said this in a speech text delivered by Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng at the AZAM Young Souls Toastmasters Club 2026/2027 leadership installation night in Kuching. The event also introduced the club's new leadership line-up.
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Rubiah Wang's son completes TVET studies at Politeknik Kuching Sarawak
Mohamad Azeem Mohamad Salleh, 22, son of Deputy Minister of Rural and Regional Development Datuk Hajah Rubiah Wang, completed a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Manufacturing) at Politeknik Kuching Sarawak. The PolyCC Sarawak Zone 2026 convocation was held at DeTAR PUTRA, UNIMAS, Kota Samarahan on Sunday. Rubiah said her son's success shows TVET can be a good educational choice for young people.
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Families enjoy SCALF 2026 in Kuching as children join activities
The Sarawak Children's Arts and Literature Festival (SCALF) 2026 in Kuching gave children a chance to take part in activities while learning and spending time with family. Parents and guardians said the festival let children try food, join a talent competition, storytelling sessions, Borneo Happy Farm and face painting.
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SCALF 2026 in Kuching draws nearly 8,000 visitors
The Sarawak Children's Arts and Literature Festival (SCALF) 2026 at Pustaka Negeri Sarawak in Kuching drew nearly 8,000 visitors over two days. It featured over 100 activities across 16 spaces, with 24 agencies and NGOs and 43 volunteers taking part. Storytelling by 12 local and international storytellers was a highlight.
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Lorry falls into drain at Jalan Mendu after unauthorised structure collapses, MBKS reminds owners to get approval
A seven-tonne lorry fell into a drain at Jalan Mendu in Kuching on Friday morning when an unauthorised structure covering the drain collapsed under its weight. Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng, who inspected the site, reminded property owners to obtain approval before building structures over public drains, citing Section 136 of the Local Authorities Ordinance 1996. The driver was not injured.
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Sarawak takes 5,000 health worker shortfall to JPA
Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said 18 per cent of health sector posts in the state, over 5,000 positions, remain unfilled. The matter has been raised with the Public Service Department and in MA63 talks, including a proposal for a special task force on local recruitment. He said Sarawak will keep pursuing health autonomy even though it requires amending 41 laws.
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FDS stays core to rural health in Sarawak, says Dr Sim
Sarawak Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the Flying Doctor Service (FDS) will remain a key part of rural healthcare in Sarawak. He said the helicopter crash involving the service is a point to reassess how health services reach the interior, and the state government is waiting for the official report before deciding further steps. He spoke to reporters at the home of the late Debra Moset in Padawan today.
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SCCS Childhood Cancer Walk moved to Nov 7 after haze postponement
The Sarawak Children's Cancer Society has rescheduled its Childhood Cancer Awareness Walk to Nov 7 after it was postponed because of the haze. Registration stays at RM50 per participant, with proceeds going to children with cancer and their families. The society also lit the Darul Hana Bridge in gold on Sept 12 under its Light It Up Gold 2026 campaign.
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346 Batu Kawa constituents receive B2 licence aid
A total of 346 participants from the Batu Kawa state constituency received assistance under the 2026 Class B2 Driving Licence Assistance Programme at a ceremony in Kuching. Sarawak Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian said the programme helps people obtain licences legally and raises road safety awareness.
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Hoan Gallery launches 'Under Sarawak Skies' with 100 artworks on Sept 16
Hoan Gallery at La Promenade Mall in Kuching will launch the 'Under Sarawak Skies' exhibition on Sept 16, featuring over 100 artworks by more than 30 regional and local artists. The exhibition runs until Nov 8 and includes a documentary preview, workshops and public programmes. It is supported by the Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Ministry.
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Lab results awaited after mass fish deaths in Sarawak River near Kuching Waterfront
Large numbers of fish were found dead along the Sarawak River near the Kuching Waterfront and Kampung Gersik-Boyan on Saturday morning. State agencies including NREB, the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Fisheries have taken water and fish samples for laboratory analysis. Deputy Minister Datuk Len Talif Salleh said the cause cannot yet be speculated on and promised a thorough investigation.
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SWCS to hold first Welfare Carnival at Boulevard Mall 2 on Oct 17-18
The Social Welfare Council of Sarawak will hold its inaugural 2026 Welfare Carnival on Oct 17 and 18 at Boulevard Mall 2 in Kuching, themed 'Stronger Minds, Safer Choices'. The event marks the council's 77th anniversary and focuses on mental health awareness, emotional resilience and healthy lifestyles, with substance abuse also addressed. Organisers have invited Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian to officiate and will present the Sarawak Southern Region Excellence and Service Awards.
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39 Sarawak artists turn plain boxes into 60 artworks at Kuching exhibition
The Headbox (Art and/or Mask) Exhibition at Wesberly Galleria on Rubber Road West in Kuching features over 60 works by 39 local artists who were each given a plain box to transform. Curator Hung Chang Wong arranged the pieces in a zigzag 'Green Caterpillar' layout to explore themes of identity, history and perception.