News near Kampung Lubok Punggor
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Simunjan peatland fire: Two hectares extinguished, 1.5 ha still burning
Firefighters in Simunjan, Sarawak, have extinguished two hectares of a peatland fire at Kampung Lubok Punggor, with 1.5 hectares still burning on the third day. The fire, which started on August 31, has affected 3.5 hectares and is being fought with limited water sources.
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Critically low water reserves in haze-hit Sarawak due to prolonged dry spell
A prolonged dry spell has caused critically low water reserves at the Simunjan water treatment plant in Sarawak, with reservoir levels dropping to less than a metre. The state is implementing water rationing and tanker deliveries to affected areas, and cloud seeding is planned to replenish reserves.
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Haze improves in Sarawak as hazardous API readings fall
Haze conditions in Sarawak are improving, with the number of monitoring stations recording hazardous API readings falling from six to two as of 9am. Kuching and Serian remain hazardous, while several other areas in Sarawak and other states like Selangor and Sabah have seen air quality deteriorate to unhealthy levels.
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Haze hits hazardous levels: What you need to know
Haze has pushed air pollution to hazardous levels in five locations in Sarawak, with Serian recording the highest API reading of 351. The article explains the health risks of PM2.5 particles and offers advice on protecting oneself, including avoiding outdoor activities and wearing N95 masks.
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Sarawak haze could see API levels hit 800, says Wan Junaidi
Sarawak is experiencing severe transboundary haze from fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia, with API readings reaching hazardous levels in Serian, Kuching, and other areas. The Yang di-Pertua Negeri, Wan Junaidi, warns that API levels could hit 800, recalling the 1997 crisis, and calls for Asean cooperation to address the issue.
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Man jailed four years for sexually abusing teen girlfriend in Serian
A 21-year-old cook was sentenced to four years in prison by the Sessions Court in Kuching for sexually abusing his 16-year-old girlfriend in Serian. The offence occurred in September last year, and the sentence will take effect from his arrest date in March 2026.
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API readings drop, 6 areas still at hazardous level
Air pollutant index (API) readings in six areas of Sarawak, Malaysia, have slightly decreased but remain at hazardous levels. Serian recorded the highest reading at 396, while Kuching, Samarahan, Sri Aman, and Sarikei also remain in the hazardous range. The haze is causing limited visibility in Kuching.
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Informal sector affects women's participation rate
Sarawak's Minister for Women, Children and Community Wellbeing, Dato Sri Fatimah Abdullah, said the informal sector contributes to the gap in women's labour force participation compared to men. She spoke at the Sarawak Women @ Work Samarahan Division launch at the Sarawak Farmers' Organisation Hall, where financial aid was given to 15 women household heads.
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Record cardiology intake boosts Sarawak heart services
The Sarawak Heart Centre (PJS) in Kuching has admitted its largest-ever cohort of six first-year cardiology fellows, a milestone in its 25-year history. Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian said the intake is crucial for strengthening Sarawak's pool of cardiologists to meet growing demand and support the expansion of cardiac services.
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St Augustine's Parish Mambong to hold annual sale
St Augustine's Parish Mambong in Kuching, Sarawak will hold its annual sale on Sept 5 at the Kampung Mambong community hall to raise funds for parish development projects. The event will feature a lucky draw and karaoke session.
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9th International Research Conference of the World Society of Disaster Nursing -WSDN 2026
9th International Research Conference of the World Society of Disaster Nursing -WSDN 2026. 17 September to 19 September 2026, at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching.
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Malaysia Day celebration at BCCK to proceed indoors due to haze
The Malaysia Day celebration on 16 September will proceed as planned at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in Sarawak, but all events will be held indoors due to worrying haze conditions. The Cabinet was informed of the haze situation in Kuching and Serian, which led to the cancellation of outdoor activities.
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Malaysia Day celebrations to be held indoors in Kuching amid haze
Malaysia Day celebrations on Sept 16 will be held indoors at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) due to worsening haze conditions in Sarawak. Three areas in Sarawak, including Kuching, recorded hazardous Air Pollutant Index (API) readings, and cloud seeding operations are subject to MetMalaysia's recommendations.
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Worrying haze, Malaysia Day celebration in Sarawak to be held indoors
The Malaysia Day celebration on September 16 will be held entirely indoors at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in Sarawak due to worrying haze conditions. The Cabinet, through spokesperson Fahmi Fadzil, acknowledged the severe haze in Kuching and Serian, which prevented outdoor events from proceeding.
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Malaysia Day celebration remains at BCCK, outdoor events cancelled due to haze - Fahmi
The Malaysia Day 2026 celebration on 16 September will proceed at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) in Sarawak, but outdoor events have been cancelled due to worrying haze conditions in Kuching and Serian. The decision was announced by Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil after a Cabinet meeting.
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The Raintree Restaurant opens for breakfast
The Raintree Restaurant at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) has started serving breakfast from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 9 am. The menu includes local favourites like Nasi Lemak, Fried Mee Hoon, and steamed red bean buns, with combo prices starting from RM6.70.
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Love scam operation centre on Jalan Song raided
Police in Kuching raided an apartment on Jalan Song on Monday night, arresting eight individuals suspected of running a love scam call centre. The suspects, aged 21 to 26, were remanded for four days at the Kuching Magistrate's Court.
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Man jailed, caned for snatching mother's gold necklace in Kuching
A food delivery rider in Kuching was sentenced to seven years' jail and five strokes of the cane for snatching his own mother's gold necklace at their home in Kampung Stutong Baru.
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Sarawak targets 60 golds at Para SUKMA
Sarawak aims for 60 gold medals at the 2026 Para SUKMA in Selangor, with athletics expected to lead the medal haul. The 383-member contingent was sent off at Kuching International Airport on Tuesday.
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Visibility stays above minimum at Kuching Airport despite haze, only AirBorneo flights cancelled
Operations at Kuching International Airport (KIA) in Sarawak remained largely unaffected by worsening haze, with only two AirBorneo flights cancelled. Visibility at the airport was recorded at 2,000 metres, well above the minimum requirement of 800 metres.
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RM50,000 target for cerebral palsy care
A charity musical night in Kuching aims to raise at least RM50,000 for Wishesland Kuching, a centre for children with cerebral palsy. The event will be held on Oct 25 at Xiang Ge Restaurant.
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First Gig Workers Tribunal case involving GrabCar heard
Malaysia's first Gig Workers Tribunal hearing took place on 1 September, involving a dispute between an e-hailing worker and GrabCar Sdn Bhd. The hearing, chaired by Deputy President Suzarika Sahak at the Kuching Labour Office in Sarawak, addressed platform issues and was adjourned for further witness examination.
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MBKS urged to repair damaged road shoulder, pothole near Bintawa Hawker Centre
Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has been urged to repair a damaged road shoulder and pothole opposite the Bintawa Hawker Centre in Kuching. The call was made by George Lam, special assistant to Bandar Kuching MP Dr Kelvin Yii, who cited pedestrian safety concerns for residents of Bintawa River View Garden.
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Kuching banker gets seven years' jail, 16 lashes after draining client accounts via DuitNow
A relationship manager at an international bank in Kuching was sentenced to seven years' jail, fined RM40 million, and ordered to receive 16 strokes of the cane after pleading guilty to defrauding eight senior citizens of RM1.58 million through a fake investment scheme and laundering the money via DuitNow and other transfers.