Batu Kitang assemblyman Dato Ir Lo Khere Chiang has allocated RM100,000 under the Rural Transformation Programme to construct a new car park at St Ann Church. Lo said the project is aimed at improving accessibility, safety and convenience for church members and visitors, especially during gatherings and services. “This initiative reflects our continued commitment under GPS to enhance community facilities and support the needs of the local community,” he said.

Batu Kitang State Assemblyman Lo Khere Chiang has strongly criticised Sarawak Water over its handling of a prolonged low water pressure issue affecting a row of 12 shophouses at Mile 10. Expressing frustration, Lo said the problem had persisted for nearly two years despite numerous complaints from the shop owners. “Only after we went to Sarawak Water and banged on the table last month did they take action. And the shocking thing is it took them a week to fix it,” he said. The issue was eventually resolved after theRead More

Political Secretary to the Premier, Kho Teck Wan, has called for a fair and balanced approach to federal budget rationalisation, warning that across the board cuts could further widen existing healthcare disparities in Sarawak. Referring to recent assurances by Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim that expenditure rationalisation will not affect healthcare hiring or school capacity, Kho said concerns in Sarawak remain valid due to the state’s lower starting point. She highlighted that Sarawak General Hospital, a 1,000 bed facility, should have about 5,500 staff based on national norms, but currently operatesRead More

The Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) is organising a “Pay Assessment Rates and Stand a Chance to Win” lucky draw campaign, offering prizes worth RM20,000 to ratepayers who settle their 2026 assessment rates in full. MPP Chairman Tan Kai said the campaign is open to all rateable holdings within MPP’s jurisdiction registered under individual ownership in the MPP Rating and Billing System, subject to the stipulated terms and conditions. He explained that eligible participants must fully settle both the first and second half of their 2026 assessment rates and clear anyRead More

Batu Kitang Assemblyman Dato Ir Lo Khere Chiang recently spent time engaging with members of the Neighbourhood Watch group, listening to their feedback and discussing ways to further strengthen community safety and cooperation. Lo said the WhatsApp Batu Kitang group he set up last year is now showing positive results for residents in the area, particularly in addressing crime. He noted that reported incidents include housebreaking, theft, the dropping of drugs in residential areas, and the presence of suspicious individuals. With police officers also part of the group, prompt actionRead More

Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has called for strict adherence to the public’s right to lodge police reports, stressing that this fundamental right must be respected and protected at all times. He said recent statements by the leadership of the Royal Malaysia Police, including the Inspector General of Police, have made it clear that police officers cannot refuse to accept reports from the public under any circumstances. Yap said the importance of this principle was highlighted by a recent case involving a vulnerable resident in his constituency. The individual, anRead More

​It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Datin Patinggi Puan Sri Dr. Jane Yong Say Kan, a woman of remarkable grace and dedicated service. As the wife of the late Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Dr. Wong Soon Kai, the former Deputy Chief Minister of Sarawak, she was a constant pillar of support throughout his storied political and medical career. ​Dr. Jane Yong was a respected professional in her own right, embodying a life of compassion and quiet strength. Together with her husband, she contributed significantly toRead More

Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap recently stepped in to assist a vulnerable resident from the Stampin Resettlement Scheme, an OKU individual who is caring for four underaged children while his wife is currently unemployed. The family relies entirely on monthly welfare assistance of RM450 to make ends meet. However, the resident discovered that his account with Bank Simpanan Nasional had been closed, preventing the welfare payments from being credited. It is understood that the closure was linked to issues involving inactive accounts in two other banks, which were allegedly flaggedRead More

Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has rejected allegations by Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen, describing them as misleading and based on selective interpretation of constitutional and electoral matters. Yap said attempts to link Sarawak United People’s Party and Gabungan Parti Sarawak to the Election Commission’s decisions ignore the actual constitutional framework governing the body. “Under Article 114 of the Federal Constitution, members of the Election Commission are appointed by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong based on the advice of the Prime Minister after consultation with the Conference of Rulers,” he said.Read More

SUPP Central Women Section Chairman Kho Teck Wan has defended the recent “Kasi DAP Telor” remark by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, while accusing DAP of practising double standards in its response. Kho said DAP leaders, including elected representatives and DAPSY members, were quick to label the remark as arrogant, describing such reactions as exaggerated and hypocritical. She pointed out that the remark was made during a GPS convention before party members, with the aim of energising and motivating them ahead of the upcoming election.“Such rhetoric isRead More