News near Pekan Tondong Bau Sarawak
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Free health screenings for 250 Bau residents under MOHE Prihatin Madani
A total of 250 residents in Bau received free healthcare services on Saturday (Sept 12) through the Ministry of Higher Education's Prihatin Madani 2026 outreach programme. Organised with the Consortium of Malaysian Public University Teaching Hospitals, it involved 130 specialists and staff from 10 teaching hospitals, offering screenings, consultations, medication and home visits to bedridden patients. Deputy Public Health Minister Datuk Michael Tiang officiated the event, which also distributed 159 food baskets, hygiene kits and healthcare aids.
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Bau police check 150 vehicles, arrest one man in integrated crime op
Police in Bau, Sarawak ran an integrated crime prevention operation around Pekan Tondong, Redeems Singai, Singai and the Bau/Kuching road last night. They checked 150 vehicles and 160 people, issued 12 traffic summonses, and arrested one man after a urine screening test under Section 15(1)(a) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
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Bau police Amanita holds Meet and Greet at Lepapa Siniawan
The Amanita unit of the Bau District Police Headquarters held a Meet and Greet programme around Lepapa Siniawan, Bau, Sarawak. Together with the district crime prevention and community safety division, it introduced Amanita's role, current crime trends and the Volunteer Smartphone Patrol app to residents, especially women.
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POCUS brings medical expertise directly to Sarawak communities, says Tiang
Datuk Michael Tiang Ming Tee said Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) technology can widen access to medical expertise for Sarawak communities facing geographical challenges. He spoke at the KHUAM KPT Prihatin MADANI 2026 programme in Bau, highlighting Sarawak's cooperation with UNIMAS and its teaching hospital.
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KHUAM KPT Prihatin MADANI 2026 programme in Bau brings teaching hospital expertise to community
The KHUAM KPT Prihatin MADANI 2026 programme was held in Bau, Sarawak, involving Malaysian public university teaching hospitals. KHUAM chairman Prof. Datuk Dr. Mohamed Saufi Awang said teaching hospitals are not just treatment centres but also platforms for education, research and innovation. He also reminded the public to take care of their health amid the haze.
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Siniawan Country Music Festival returns Sept 25-27 with Unity Country theme
The Siniawan Country Music Festival 2026 runs for three nights from 25 to 27 September at the Siniawan town riverbank in Bau, Sarawak. Serembu assemblyman Miro Simuh said the 'Unity Country' theme was chosen to bring together people of all races, while giving local traders an economic boost and promoting Siniawan as a cultural and heritage tourism destination.
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Bau police step up crime prevention patrols in Bandar Bau, Jambusan
Bau District Police Headquarters is intensifying regular crime prevention patrols around the Bau district in Sarawak. Last night's patrol covered Bandar Bau, housing areas, Pekan Jambusan and surrounding villages, with checks on individuals and vehicles. The Bau police chief said the visible presence of officers aims to prevent crime and strengthen police-community ties.
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67 unlicensed money lender ads removed in Bau operation
Police and the Bau District Council removed 67 posters advertising unlicensed money lenders during a joint operation at several locations around Bau, Sarawak. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to curb unlicensed lending activities.
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Four arrested in Bau anti-drug operation, syabu and meth found
Four men aged 18 to 30 were arrested in Bau, Sarawak, during a police anti-drug operation. Three were found with suspected syabu, and all four tested positive for methamphetamine. They are being held at the Bau police lock-up for further investigation.
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Two 'Superman' riders turn themselves in after viral stunt
Two motorcyclists in Bau, Sarawak, surrendered to police after a viral video showed them performing dangerous stunts on Jalan Bau-Batu Kawa. All three riders were arrested and released on bail, with two lacking valid licences.
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Bau Hungry Ghost Festival strengthens Chinese cultural heritage
The Hungry Ghost Festival in Bau, Sarawak, held at Pekan Jambusan, drew about 200 association members and is expected to attract 1,000 to 2,000 visitors over two days. District officer Eddy Nayoi highlighted the event's role in preserving Chinese cultural heritage and attracting tourists to Bau.
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Police arrest stunt rider after viral video in Bau, on hunt for accomplices
Police in Bau, Sarawak arrested one of three motorcyclists seen performing dangerous stunts on Jalan Bau-Batu Kawa in a viral video. The suspect did not have a valid driving licence, and police are tracing the other two riders.