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Kuching Squash Invitational 2026 aims to groom young players for next Sukma
The Kuching Squash Invitational 2026 was held at the Sarawak Club Squash Court in Kuching on Sunday, with 84 participants from Sibu, Miri, Samarahan and Kuching. The tournament's main aim is to develop young players aged nine to 15 as preparation for the next Malaysian Games (Sukma). Kong Chak Wei won the Men's Premier title, while Annabelle Marie Teo Shao Ying took the Women's Premier crown.
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DoE monitors bush, peatland fires in Mukah and Daro amid Sarawak dry spell
The Department of Environment is closely monitoring bush and peatland fires near Jalan Sibujaya Barat in Mukah and Sungai Nai in Daro, Sarawak, amid a dry spell. While the fire in Mukah is mostly controlled, about 2.5 hectares are still burning in Daro. The DoE is also tracking air quality, with Kuching and Sri Aman recording very unhealthy API readings.
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Haze eases but Kuching, Sri Aman still at 'very unhealthy' API levels
Air quality in Sarawak is improving, but Kuching and Sri Aman remain in the 'very unhealthy' category as of 8am. No areas recorded 'hazardous' readings, while 35 locations, including Serian, were 'unhealthy'.
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Shin Yang buys RM34m industrial site in Kuching for logistics expansion
Shin Yang Group Bhd has agreed to acquire an 8.316-hectare industrial property at Pending Industrial Estate in Kuching, Sarawak, for RM34 million. The company plans to develop a warehouse and container depot on the site to expand its logistics operations and reduce its reliance on rented premises. The sale and purchase agreement with Forescom Plywood Sdn Bhd was signed on Sept 4, 2026.
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Sarawak declares emergency as haze from Kalimantan fires worsens
Sarawak has declared a state of emergency as the Air Pollutant Index in Kuching reached hazardous levels, caused by forest fires in Kalimantan, Indonesia. The haze has spread across the region, affecting other Asean countries, and leaders are calling for stronger regional cooperation to combat the annual crisis.
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RM5.8m project to replace vandalised street lights on Petra Jaya-Rambungan route begins
A RM5.8-million project to replace repeatedly vandalised street lights along Lebuhraya Pehin Sri Haji Adenan Haji Satem in Sarawak has been handed over to a contractor. The project covers the Petra Jaya-Rambungan route, particularly the Matang section, and will install 794 LED lights, with completion expected by June 16, 2027. Officials highlighted vandalism as a persistent issue and called for public cooperation.
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Sarawak haze emergency raises fears for tourism and outdoor events
Sarawak's Serian Division is under a haze emergency after API readings exceeded 500, prompting concerns from the state's tourism minister about declining visitor numbers and the fate of upcoming outdoor events. The minister urged organisers to follow guidelines and prioritise public health, with Kuching also recording hazardous air quality.
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Kuching ready for national Malaysia Day celebration on Sept 16, says minister
Preparations for the national-level Malaysia Day celebration in Kuching are progressing well, according to state minister Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The event will be held at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching on Sept 16, featuring speeches by leaders and cultural performances, with an estimated 5,000 attendees expected.
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JKKK Sekama distributes fire safety posters to Kuching residents and businesses
The Village Development and Security Committee (JKKK) Sekama in Kuching is distributing fire safety posters to residents and local businesses. The initiative aims to raise awareness and encourage community participation in preventing fire hazards.
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Sarawak haze eases as Serian API drops from hazardous level
Air quality in Sarawak is improving, with no areas recording hazardous API readings as of 1.45pm. Serian, where an emergency was declared yesterday, saw its reading drop to 287, still in the 'very unhealthy' range. Deputy Premier Douglas Uggah said workplaces in Serian may operate with health precautions while the committee monitors the situation.
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Padungan rep hands out N95 masks in Kuching as haze persists
Padungan assemblyman Chong Chieng Jen distributed N95 face masks to the public and traders at Petanak Market and commercial areas in Kuching over the past few days due to persistent haze. He cited Ministry of Health guidelines on the masks' effectiveness and urged the Sarawak government to procure more masks, citing its revenue of over RM10 billion.
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Sarawak's Faeez Detergent boosts output with locally built machines
Faeez Detergent, a Sarawak-based company, is increasing its manufacturing capacity by using seven customised machines designed locally and built by local workshops at its factory in Demak Laut. The automation allows high-volume production with a smaller workforce, supporting its OEM and retail business growth.
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Sheda Institute, Curtin Malaysia sign MoU on talent, research, BIM adoption
The Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers Association (Sheda) Institute and Curtin University Malaysia have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on talent development, research, and technology adoption in Sarawak's real estate and construction sectors. The MoU was exchanged at the Sheda Property Expo 2026 in Kuching, witnessed by Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian.
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Public briefing on Sarawak electoral boundary review set for Sept 8 in Kuching
Rise of Social Efforts (ROSE) will hold a public briefing on the Sarawak electoral boundary review on Tuesday, Sept 8, at Pua Kumbu, Lot 10 Boutique Hotel in Kuching. Election Commission commissioner Dr Mohd Faisal Syam Abdul Hazis and EC Sarawak director Abang Noraffian Abang Ibrahim will explain the process and answer questions.
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Sheda proposes developer rating system, changes to Sarawak housing laws
The Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers' Association (Sheda) proposed a performance rating system for developers at its property expo in Kuching. The association also called for amendments to state housing laws and an expansion of a housing deposit assistance scheme. Sheda president Augustine Wong said a single delayed project should not stigmatize a developer.
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MBKS plans new drains to curb flash floods in Kuching city centre
Kuching South City Council (MBKS) is stepping up efforts to address recurring flash floods in Kuching city centre, particularly along Jalan Padungan, Jalan Chan Chin Ann and Jalan Abell. Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng said the proposed mitigation works include building about 200 metres of additional reinforced concrete box drain to improve drainage capacity. The project will proceed to tender once plans are finalised.
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Sarawak, Singapore firms sign MOU to launch AI youth ambassador network
AZAM Sarawak, Ibrandium Resources and Anchr AI Labs Singapore signed an MOU to launch the Singapore-Sarawak AI Youth Ambassador Network (SAIYAN). The signing took place at the closing of the SG-Sarawak Friendship AI Business Design Hackathon 2026 in Kuching. The initiative aims to strengthen youth collaboration in the AI ecosystem between the two regions.
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SHEDA backs developer rating system, opens property expo in Kuching
The president of SHEDA expressed support for the Sarawak government's plan to introduce a comprehensive rating system for property developers to improve transparency and consumer protection. The statement was made at the opening of the SHEDA Property Expo 2026 in Kuching, which runs from September 4 to 6. SHEDA is also collaborating with Curtin University Malaysia on human capital development and technology in the property sector.
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Sarawak deputy premier warns of housing surplus as birth rate declines
At the SHEDA Property Expo 2026 in Kuching, Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian said Sarawak's declining birth rate will reshape its housing market, with over 700,000 homes against roughly 600,000 households. He urged industry stakeholders to adapt to demographic realities and cautioned against mass immigration as a solution.
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Sarawak to mandate 10pc green space in new developments, says Premier
Sarawak Premier Abang Johari announced that new developments in the state must set aside at least 10 percent of their area for green spaces. The policy, part of the Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint, also includes greener standards for government projects, such as using BIM for projects over RM10 million and targeting 70 percent IBS utilisation. The announcement was made at the Sheda Property Expo 2026 in Kuching.
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MPMA Sarawak urges plastics makers to adopt greener, smarter practices
The Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association (MPMA) Sarawak Branch called on plastics manufacturers to embrace innovation and sustainability. Chairman Eddie Oon Hoon Wah spoke at the MPMA Sarawak Industry Roadshow 2026 in Kuching on Friday, highlighting rising costs and global competition as drivers for change.
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Immigration Ops in Sarawak: 44 detained in Kuching, Bau and Lundu
The Sarawak Immigration Department detained 44 individuals during a series of operations in Kuching, Bau and Lundu from September 2 to 3. A total of 100 people were inspected at eight locations, including food premises and massage centers, with arrests made under various sections of the Immigration Act 1959/63.
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Elderly man in Kuching loses RM161,400 to fake tender scam
A 62-year-old man in Kuching lost RM161,400 after falling for a fake tender offer to supply goods to the JPSPN Sri Aman branch. He made four money transfers to two different bank accounts between 11 and 19 August before realizing he was scammed. The case is being investigated under Section 420 of the Penal Code.
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Kuching air quality hits hazardous 306, Serian and Sri Aman very unhealthy
Kuching in Sarawak recorded an Air Pollutant Index (API) reading of 306, classified as hazardous, as of 9am. Serian (279) and Sri Aman (248) were at very unhealthy levels, while 10 other areas nationwide were unhealthy.