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Pending assemblywoman opposes EC plan to split Kenyalang Park voters across three seats
Pending assemblywoman Violet Yong has objected to the Election Commission's proposal to divide the Kenyalang Park community among three state constituencies in Sarawak's electoral redelineation. She has demanded the EC explain its criteria and has secured the minimum 100 electors needed to make a formal representation against the move.
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Stampin flood mitigation project moves forward with contractor appointment
The Letter of Award for the Stampin Resettlement Scheme flood mitigation project was handed over to TMK Construction and Transport Sdn Bhd. The RM350-million project aims to protect over 1,000 households from recurring flooding.
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Haze drives up demand for bottled water, health products in Kuching
The haze in Kuching has led to increased demand for bottled water and health products at supermarkets like Farley Kuching and Emart Batu Kawa. Retailers have increased their stock levels to meet customer needs, though prices remain unchanged.
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SMK Kapit hall project takes shape
Construction of a new multipurpose hall at SMK Kapit is progressing, funded by an allocation from Bukit Goram assemblyman Datuk Jefferson Jamit Unyat. The principal led a study visit to the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly complex in Kuching, where Jamit encouraged students to prioritize their studies.
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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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PKMM president urges Sarawak contractors to seize state development opportunities
The president of the Malay Contractors Association of Malaysia (PKMM) called on Sarawak contractors to be more proactive in seizing development opportunities in the state. He spoke at the association's 27th annual general meeting dinner in Kuching, noting the wide scope for the construction sector to grow alongside state government projects.
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Sarawak Premier: 30 pct of major state projects to be allocated to Bumiputera enterprises
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari announced that 30 per cent of major state government projects will be allocated to Bumiputera enterprises. He made the announcement at the PKMM Sarawak branch's AGM in Kuching, citing the success of a similar initiative with Sarawak Energy.
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Zecon proposes RM54.36m sublease of 302 acres in Kuching for solar farm
Zecon Bhd, through its subsidiary Zecon Renewables (Sarawak), plans to sublease 122.18 hectares of land at Kota Petra Green Technology Park in Kuching, Sarawak from Zecon Solar in a related-party transaction valued at RM54.36 million. The land will be used to develop a 100 MWac solar photovoltaic farm to supply power to Syarikat SESCO, with the proposal expected to be completed by the fourth quarter of 2026.
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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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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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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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Dogs stay indoors as hazardous haze puts walks on hold
Hazardous haze in Kuching, Sarawak, has forced pet owners to keep their dogs indoors, replacing daily walks with indoor games and short bathroom breaks. The Air Pollutant Index reached 311, a hazardous level, prompting owners to monitor air quality and limit outdoor activities to protect their pets' health.
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Hazardous air quality stations in Sarawak down to three at 4pm after Kanowit exits category
As of 4pm on Sept 3, three air quality monitoring stations in Sarawak—Kuching, IPD Serian, and Lubok Antu—recorded hazardous API readings, down from four after Kanowit improved. Lubok Antu had the highest API at 358, while many other stations across the state remained in the very unhealthy or unhealthy categories.
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Man fined RM11,000 for injuring two Health officers, threatening another over smoking offence in Kuching
A 56-year-old man was fined RM11,000 in Kuching after pleading guilty to injuring two Health officers and threatening a third during a smoking-ban enforcement at an eatery along Jalan Satok.
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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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UiTM Sarawak plans 16 academic conferences, presents strategic research to Premier
UiTM Sarawak plans to host 16 national and international academic conferences. Its rector presented strategic research proposals, including a nano-satellite and rare earth energy projects, to the Sarawak Premier at Kompleks Satria Pertiwi.
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Free dog license, vaccination on September 5
The Padawan Municipal Council will hold a free dog license registration, anti-rabies vaccination, and microchipping program on September 5 at the Barei/Biperoh Kuching Association Hall in Kuching, Sarawak. The program runs from 9am to 3pm and is open to healthy dogs over three months old. Owners are reminded that failure to license and vaccinate pets may result in compound action.
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Sarawak haze eases as hazardous API readings drop to two stations
Haze conditions in Sarawak are improving, with the number of monitoring stations recording hazardous Air Pollutant Index (API) readings falling to two as of 9am. Kuching and Serian remain hazardous, while several other areas in the state have moved into the 'very unhealthy' category. Air quality in some areas outside Sarawak, including Selangor and Sabah, has deteriorated.
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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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Haze triggers mask-buying frenzy in Sarawak's capital Kuching
Kuching, Sarawak is experiencing a mask-buying frenzy as haze worsens, with an API reading of 374 (hazardous). Pharmacies have run out of N95, KN95, and KF94 masks, and new stock is being shipped from Peninsular Malaysia.
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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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Sarawak to host International Conference on Microelectronics 2026
Sarawak has won the bid to host the 38th International Conference on Microelectronics (ICM) 2026, which will be held from Dec 7 to 10 at the Borneo Cultures Museum in Kuching. The conference is expected to generate an estimated RM2.5 million in economic impact and support the state's goal of becoming a high-income state by 2030.
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