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SAGA alumni urged to bridge Sarawak and Australia ties at Sibu meeting
SIBU: Sarawak Australian Graduates Association (SAGA) alumni and partners have been urged to continue serving as a bridge between Sarawak and Australia, as well as between different sectors within the State. They were also encouraged to leverage their expertise and experience to contribute to Sarawak’s development. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said […]
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Sibu Jaya water woes to end by year's end with new 900mm pipe
SIBU (Sept 8): The water supply problem in Sibu Jaya is expected to be resolved by the end of this year with the installation of a larger-capacity main pipe. Sarawak Water Sdn Bhd (SWSB) Central Region representative Siew Kok Kiong said the 900mm-diameter main pipe will increase the water delivery capacity to 13 million litres [...]
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Sibu Teochew Association launches food stall at Borneo Cultural Festival to preserve heritage
SIBU: A bowl of soup, a piece of traditional Teochew kuih and a plate of familiar hometown delights may not appear out of the ordinary, but for the Teochew community, they carry generations of memories, identity and cultural heritage. That was the message behind the “Teochew EIGHT EAT Eight Districts Food Stall”, launched on Sunday […]
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Sibu man fined RM2,000 for defaming another on Facebook
SIBU: A 33-year-old man was fined RM2,000, in default two months’ imprisonment, by the Magistrates’ Court here on Monday (Sept 7) after pleading guilty to defaming a man on social media. The accused, Azrie Leggan, originating from Marudi, entered the guilty plea before Magistrate Romario Jonoi. He subsequently settled the fine. According to the charge […]
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Sibu woman fined RM1,500 for assaulting cousin over RM2,500 debt
SIBU: A 37-year-old woman was fined RM1,500, in default of two months’ imprisonment, by the Magistrates’ Court here on Monday (Sept 7) after pleading guilty to assaulting her cousin following a financial dispute. The accused, Zalifah Hossen from Kampung Bahagia Jaya, Teku, paid the fine. According to the charge sheet, Zalifah was charged under Section […]
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Container falls off trailer and overturns on Sibu road, no injuries reported
SIBU (Sept 7): A container carried by a trailer overturned after falling off the trailer along Jalan Tuanku Osman here on Monday afternoon. The incident is believed to have occurred at around 4.20pm. According to several eyewitnesses, fortunately, no one was at the spot where the container overturned. MORE TO COME
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Kemahiran binaan disalurkan kepada komuniti luar bandar di Tanjung Manis
TANJUNG MANIS: A community development programme aimed at equipping rural residents with skills, expanding employment opportunities and improving livelihoods was held at Kampung Sebayang here today. The Tanjung Manis Bina Komuniti 2026 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programme also provided local residents with exposure and training in construction related skills. Tanjong Manis MP and Construction Industry […]
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41 schools in Tanjong Manis to get smart TVs for digital learning
TANJONG MANIS: A total of 41 schools in the Tanjong Manis parliamentary constituency will receive 65-inch smart televisions from the Tanjong Manis Service Centre to support the implementation of digital-based learning in schools. Tanjong Manis MP Datuk Ir Yusuf Abd Wahab said each school would receive one or two smart TVs, depending on its student […]
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Sibu public markets to get AEDs under new emergency readiness push
SIBU: High-traffic public spaces here will soon be equipped with life-saving Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) as part of an aggressive push to elevate emergency readiness across local communities. The initiative was announced by Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek during the launch of the World First Aid Day 2026 celebration, organised by the Malaysian […]
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French tourist tries 50-foot Melanau swing at Sibu's Borneo Cultural Festival
SIBU (Sept 4): For French visitor Louis Degove, discovering the traditional Melanau ‘itut’ or swing offered an unexpected high point during his first encounter with the Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) 2026. The 32-year-old restaurant worker from France, who is spending three months in Malaysia, chanced upon the festival after arriving in Sibu and decided to [...]
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115 join international blowpipe contest at Sibu's Borneo Cultural Festival despite haze
SIBU (Sept 5): A total of 115 participants took part in the International Blowpipe Competition 2026 held in conjunction with the Borneo Cultural Festival (BCF) here. The Kalimantan contingent from Indonesia originally comprised 12 participants, but only six managed to make it to Sibu. The team from Brunei, also expected to participate, could not make [...]
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JPJ Sarawak: 13 motorcyclists die daily, new riders must be cautious
SARIKEI (Sept 5): An average of 13 motorcycle riders die every day in Malaysia, highlighting the need for newly-licensed riders to exercise greater caution and strictly observe road safety rules. This was highlighted by Road Transport Department (JPJ) Sarawak deputy director Mohd Faizal David Jemat at the 2026 B2 (Motorcycle) Driving Licence Assistance Programme here [...]
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Deputy premier urges young Red Crescent members in Sibu to build leadership skills
SIBU: Young Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) members have been told to look beyond first aid skills and develop the resilience, discipline and compassion needed to become the humanitarian leaders of tomorrow. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said humanitarian service was ultimately about having the right mindset and the courage to act […]
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MRCS Sarawak convention in Sibu gathers 200 cadets for leadership, humanitarian training
SIBU: The Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) State-Level Convention 2026 is putting youth leadership, mental resilience and humanitarian preparedness at the centre of its agenda, bringing together about 200 young cadets from branches across Sarawak. Hosted by the MRCS Sibu Branch, the convention being held here on Saturday, is more than a state-level gathering of […]
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1,014 peserta B40 di Tanjong Manis terima lesen motosikal melalui program BLM
TANJUNG MANIS, 5 Sept: Seramai 1,014 peserta Program Bantuan Lesen Memandu (BLM) berjaya memperoleh lesen motosikal selepas menamatkan proses saringan, latihan dan ujian ditetapkan Jabatan Pengangkutan Jalan (JPJ), hari ini.
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Bukit Assek rep opens Sarawak Energy junior badminton championship in Sibu
SIBU (Sept 5): Young badminton players should emulate the determination and never-give-up spirit of national legend Datuk Lee Chong Wei as they strive to develop their skills and reach higher levels of competition. In this respect, Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng regarded the Sarawak Energy Central Zone Junior Badminton Championship 2026 as an important platform [...]
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Sibu MP's aide urges repairs to faulty streetlights and pothole after inspection
SIBU (Sept 5): Faulty streetlights near the Jalan Wawasan junction are raising road safety concerns, prompting calls for urgent repairs to improve visibility for motorists travelling through the area at night. Sibu MP Oscar Ling’s special aide Irene Wong said she inspected the area following public complaints and found that several streetlights near the junction [...]
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Sarawak athletics body eyes SUKMA title revival through coaching course
SIBU: Sarawak could reclaim the overall championship title at the next SUKMA Games in Kelantan if they perform well in athletics, which offers a large number of medals. Sibu Division Amateur Athletic Association’s President, Dr Gregory Hii, said athletics could play a crucial role in spearheading Sarawak’s efforts to regain the number one position. “At […]
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Man pleads not guilty to 2024 Sibu shooting attempted murder charge
SIBU (Sept 4): A 34-year-old man pleaded not guilty in the Sibu Sessions Court today to a charge of attempted murder in connection with a shooting incident along Jalan Wong King Huo on Jan 1, 2024. Judge Musyiri Peet allowed the accused to be released on RM10,000 bail, with RM8,000 to be deposited and two [...]
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Sibu man fined RM10,000 for possessing child abuse, pornographic material
SIBU (Sept 4): The Sibu Magistrates’ Court has fined a man a total of RM10,000, or 18 months’ imprisonment, for two charges of possessing child sexual abuse material and two charges of possessing pornographic material. Magistrate Oon Kork Chern sentenced the accused, 22-year-old Lawrence Foong, to a fine of RM3,000 or six months’ imprisonment for [...]
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Sibu contractor told to curb dust from Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman works
SIBU (Sept 3): The contractor and relevant authorities have been urged to increase water spraying and strengthen dust-control measures at ongoing roadworks along Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman. Democratic Action Party (DAP) Sarawak State Committee Member Stanley Chiew said the roadworks had generated heavy dust, causing inconvenience to motorists and nearby residents, particularly during hot, dry [...]
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Cultural, music events unite communities, says deputy minister
BINTANGOR, 3 Sept: Muzik mampu menjadi medium menyatukan masyarakat berbilang kaum apabila hampir separuh daripada 20 peserta Pertandingan Karaoke Lagu Iban sempena Pesta Meradong 2026, di sini, terdiri daripada masyarakat Melayu.
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Elderly woman rescued after two-vehicle crash in Sibu
SIBU, 2 Sept: Seorang wanita warga emas berusia 66 tahun tidak sedarkan diri selepas terbabit dalam kemalangan melibatkan dua kenderaan di Jalan Ling Kai Cheng, Sungai Merah Town District di sini, hari ini.