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

Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin today expressed disappointment over the recent stance taken by Democratic Action Party Sarawak in opposing the proposed increase in State seats, describing the move as an important step towards strengthening Sabah and Sarawak’s position in seeking greater Parliamentary representation in line with the spirit of the Malaysia Agreement 1963. He said the proposal to increase Sarawak State seats is a strategic measure to ensure the state’s voice is stronger at both the State and Federal levels. “It is therefore disappointing that DAP Sarawak appearsRead More

Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap witnessed the handover of Letters of Award (LOA) by Wee Hong Seng of Majlis Bandaraya Kuching Selatan for two Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) projects aimed at improving infrastructure and addressing community needs in Kota Sentosa. The first project under RTP 2026 was awarded to Spring Rain Construction, involving the upgrading of drainage and pedestrian walkways at the back lane of BDC Lorong D8A, Taman Satria Jaya, with a contract sum of RM350,000. The project is expected to enhance safety, improve accessibility, and resolve persistent drainage issuesRead More

Sarawak United Peoples’ Party Kuching Branch acting secretary Nicholas Wung has called on the public to take proactive steps in safeguarding their health by participating in an upcoming Community Influenza Vaccination Programme. He said the programme, organised by SUPP Kuching Branch Youth Section in collaboration with Yayasan Pengguna Negara Malaysia Sarawak Branch, Pertubuhan Kebajikan Pengguna Sarawak, and JKKK Jalan Rock Bampfylde, aims to provide affordable and accessible influenza vaccination to the community. “This initiative is part of our continuous effort to protect the well being of the public by makingRead More

Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap Yau Sin visited Lorong 1 at the Stampin Resettlement Scheme following reports from residents of crocodile sightings in a nearby river. The visit coincided with the installation of official warning signage by Sarawak Forestry Corporation to alert the public to potential danger in the area. The signs advise residents and visitors to avoid fishing and catching prawns or crabs due to safety risks. Yap said his service centre acted swiftly after receiving concerns from residents, particularly over children who continue to frequent the river despite theRead More

The 2026 “ODEA Cup” World Overseas Chinese Team Championship was officially declared open today, with Sarawak honoured to host the international tennis event that brings together players from around the world. The speech of Deputy Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Sebastian Ting was delivered by Batu Kitang assemblyman Dato Ir Lo Khere Chiang, who officiated the opening ceremony.In his speech, Ting welcomed international teams, officials and guests to Sarawak, describing the event as a meaningful platform for competition, connection and shared passion for tennis. He saidRead More

Sarawak Premier Abang Johari Openg today announced a series of special assistance measures to help ease the cost of living for the people of Sarawak, following the global energy and economic pressures triggered by the ongoing Middle East conflict. Speaking at a press conference, he said the crisis has led to rising global costs, including aviation fuel surcharges, transportation expenses, fertiliser prices and other agricultural inputs, which in turn have driven up the prices of food and daily necessities. To mitigate the impact, the Sarawak government will increase the 2026Read More