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31/07/2025
SUPP is stepping up its presence in Padungan with fixed service hours and stronger community engagement as elections draw near.
Datuk Lily Yong says the move isn't just political — “We are here to serve the people.”
Despite limited resources, SUPP Youth chief Nicholas Wung says the focus remains on helping, not criticising.
A new social economy policy under the 13th Malaysia Plan will strengthen cooperatives, social enterprises, and NGOs — aiming for greater impact, transparency, and public participation in tackling issues like poverty and education gaps.
He expressed his satisfaction that several high-impact projects proposed by the State Government had been included in the 13MP.
These include the expansion of critical utilities such as water supply, sewerage systems, and power transmission, as well as strategic infrastructure projects involving roads, flood mitigation and healthcare, along with the establishment of a Blue Economy Hub.
Peter Hee calls the delayed Canada Hill initiative a “waste of resources” and urges MCC to explain the holdup. He’s offered help to relocate the project and even secure funding — all in the public interest.
From Oct 1, commercial vehicles in Sarawak must install Speed Limitation Devices under new safety rules. Operators still await details on approved devices and workshops.
Senator Abun Sui Anyit has urged firm enforcement of Sarawak’s open burning ban, following a recent forest fire near UiTM Mukah that raised public concern.
He stressed the need for accountability from all parties and called for urgent environmental action to prevent future disasters.
Villagers in Kampung Tukau and Tukau Jaya are facing a water crisis as wells dry up and rainwater runs out. PKR Sibuti info chief Dungat Lajang urges urgent action to supply clean water and close the rural-urban gap.
Istana Seri Kinabalu has strongly denied allegations circulating on social media claiming that an individual involved in the recent case leading to the death of a Form One student of Sekolah Menengah Tun Datu Mustapha in Papar is a member of the family of the Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sabah.
Multiple challenges including underground fires, limited water supply, and hot weather are hampering efforts to put out the fire at a former landfill near Kampung Pelaie. Authorities urge the public to stay clear of the area as smoke continues to affect nearby villages.
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