（古晋8日讯）来自N13巴都吉当州选区的8名社区领袖受到砂拉越政府委任为社区和民众服务。
此项社区领袖委任状颁发仪式是于昨日在砂伊斯兰福利大厦的古晋县公署举行，在巴都吉当区立法议员拿督罗克强见证下，由古晋县长苏菲伊哲保主持委任状颁发仪式。
有7人是重新获委任的旧面孔，任期都是延长2年，从2024年1月1日至2025年12月31日。重获委任的占有3人是华人社区领袖，分别是本固鲁田新华（负责区域是3哩至6哩半）、甲必丹官德釵（负责区域是3哩至6哩），以及甲必丹黄振荣（负责区域是巴都吉当区）。
本固鲁田新华是于2013年第一次受政府委任为本固鲁，先是续任4年，过后是每2年持续重受委任，至今已12年。
有4名马来社区领袖获得续任，他们是甲必丹纳西尔罗洛（负责区域是甘榜巴都吉当）、甲必丹哈扎米阿都拉尼（负责区域是甘榜哈芝巴基）、甲必丹哈志比
伊佐哈里（甘榜兰迪），以及甲必丹兰利阿敏（甘榜桑东）。
新上任社区领袖是达利德卡兰，这位伊班族群领袖是担任巴都吉当区杨国斯路博德比伊花园的屋长。
PADAWAN, March 3 — Batu Kitang state assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang today said it is unfair for Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen to put the blame squarely on Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian for the frequent occurrences of flash floods in Kuching City after a heavy downpour.
He said Chong, being an MP, should raise the matter to Putrajaya rather than towards the state minister of public health, housing and local government.
"The flooding issue is under the Concurrent List of the Federal Constitution and, therefore, the federal government has to shoulder 50 per cent or more of the responsibility to solve the flash flood issue,” Lo, who is also the former Padawan Municipal Council (PMC) chairman, told reporters after handing over food baskets to the single parents and B40 group here.
He cited the Kampung Quap area at 11km Kuching-Serian Highway, as an example of a place that is frequently affected by the flash flood problem — which is taking about RM400 million to solve.
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To solve this, he said the federal government had to come up with a master plan, detailed planning, and design to solve the Kampung Quap flood problem, in addition to approval from the federal Drainage and Irrigation Department.
"So whose responsibility is it to bring the issue to the federal government? It is Chong, by being the MP for Stampin and Sarawak DAP chairman?” Lo asked.
"He spent only 20 seconds of his speech when he mentioned flash floods in Parliament, and he expects 20 seconds to be able to solve the flash floods issue?”
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He said a huge sum of money is required to solve the problem, which also occurs in other areas of Kuching City, such as Batu Kawa, Batu Lintang, BDC area, Arang Road and Kota Sentosa bazaar.
Chong, in a statement yesterday, had called on Dr Sim to be accountable for the increasing frequencies and severity of flash floods in Kuching.
He had said both PMC and Kuching South City Council, which are responsible for building plans and drainage systems in the city, and the state Department of Irrigation and Drainage come under Dr Sim’s ministry of public health, housing and local government.
He claimed that the flash flood problems in Kuching are getting from bad to worse, alleging that it reflects on the poor planning and execution on the part of the minister and his Ministry.
KUCHING: The Junior Chamber International (JCI) is the best platform for developing leaders, said Batu Kitang assemblyman Lo Khere Chiang.
According to a press release, Lo said that throughout the term of presidents, the team will carry out multiple projects to serve the community.
“I strongly believes that the youth will be the ones pushing Kuching forward in the future and JCI is the best platform for developing leaders in the state,” he said.
He said this during the gracing ceremony of the 36th JCI Damai Installation and Awards Ceremony at Taka Patisserie Saradise here yesterday (Mar 2).
Meanwhile, during the event, JCI Damai president, Roy Tiong step into his new role with a wealth of experience and a passion for service.
“With a focus on Youth, Inclusivity and Leadership, I am poised to lead JCI Damai towards even greater heights of impact and engagement,” he said.
Tiong’s vision for the future also emphasised the importance of personal development, community involvement, and sustainable progress.
Outgoing president, Susananne Lee, has led the chapter with exemplary dedication and vision over the past year.
Under Lee’s guidance, JCI Damai has numerous impactful projects, empowering youths and fostering positive change within the community.
The 36th JCI Damai Installation and Awards Ceremony promises to be an inspiring and memorable event, celebrating the spirit of leadership, service, and community impact.
The annual event not only signifies the transition of leadership but also celebrates the accomplishments and contributions of outstanding individuals towards community development.
JCI is a global network of young active citizens, aged 18 to 40, who are dedicated to creating positive change in their communities.
Individuals who like to join JCI may contact JCI Damai local president Roy Tiong at 012-884 2111.
www.newsarawaktribune.com.my/jci-serves-as-platform-to-develop-leaders
Dr Sim (middle) leads the anniversary cake cutting ceremony. On his right is Lo. – Photo by Chimon Upon
KUCHING (Feb 28): Sarawak Heart Centre has the potential to be among the top 10 specialised cardiology hospitals in the Asia-Pacific region if the state is given more funds and autonomy, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian.“Last year, our Heart Centre (according to) Newsweek said that we are top 100 in the Asia-Pacific (region). Give us the opportunity, a lot of Sarawakians can do that.
“If the federal government gives us enough money, we could achieve top 10,” he said at the Sarawak United People’s Party (SUPP) Batu Kitang 8th Anniversary and Chinese New Year Gala Dinner last night.
Dr Sim, who is also Public Health, Housing and Local Government Minister, reiterated that Sarawak Heart Centre was also the only public hospital from Malaysia to make the list of top 100.
“We (the Sarawak Heart Centre) are not the biggest (in Malaysia). We are not the oldest, the oldest in Penang (but) they are not in the top 100.
“So, (this shows) we can do it. Give us the opportunity, give us our power back,” he said, adding the Sarawak Heart Centre has provided treatment to 245,000 people in the last 22 years.
On another matter, Dr Sim called on Sarawakians to continue supporting Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg whose policies not only enable Sarawak to increase its revenue but also earned the state more respect and admiration.
On behalf of SUPP, he thanked supporters whose support enabled SUPP candidates to win in the last state election and become elected representatives in the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government.
Meanwhile, Batu Kitang assemblyman and SUPP Batu Kitang chairman Dato Lo Khere Chiang said Sarawak is making steady progress under the capable leadership of Abang Johari as the Premier.
“We need to have a very stable government . We need every Sarawakian to be united under GPS and with one voice, demand for our rights and our autonomy on health and education back to Sarawak.
“Here, I would like to thank our very own Deputy Premier Yang Berhormat Prof Dr Sim for actively advocating for more health facilities, more heart centres and more importantly for Sarawak’s health autonomy from the federal government,” he said.
https://www.theborneopost.com/2024/02/28/dr-sim-swak-heart-centre-could-be-among-top-10-in-asia-pacific-if-state-given-more-funds-autonomy
阿邦佐哈里今日在夫人拿督阿玛祖玛安妮的陪同下，向砂交通部长拿督斯里李景胜贺年后，针对媒体询问砂政府是否会向选举委员会提呈砂州选区划分的建议，作出回应。
这年头，网红是许许多多人响往的职业。
为了红，为了冲流量，让许多所谓的网红抛下所有的顾虑，毫无底线到做出各种你想像得到，或出乎你意料的事。他们制造课题，允许自己将道德、文化、内容抛到一旁，他们敢穿、敢骂、敢说，因为对他们而言，标新立异或可以提高他们红的机率。于是乎，我们看到网红世界“大放异彩”。
这些所谓的网红任意的所做所为，可能赢得一些人的追纵点赞；但是，他们同样被一些人质问。
一位老师朋友说，一些不知所谓的网红到底在搞什么？他们还有价值观吗？他们为何不男不女？为何口出秽言？为何粗俗不堪？如果家长们也追踪或崇拜这些网红，甚至分享他们的贴文／视频，这是不是代表他们接受这些内容和行为？儿女长大后，若也如法泡制，他们是否能接受？
朋友并不是食古不化的人，对各种事件的接受度也很大，但是难以接受颠倒价值观的网红。不伦不类的网红被她列为“拒绝往来”的账号。
容我分享马来西亚资深草根教育工作者刘燕儿老师日前写给想当网红的下一代之贴文。她说：网红不一定要自我丑化、网红不一定要活成别人的模样、网红不一定没有了自己的底线和尊严。
刘老师拥有粉丝群，她表示没有买过人数或流量，她网络的粉丝和流量都是用真 、善、美”3个字慢慢累积换来的。她以真诚善心的文字／文章，给人欢喜、 力量、信心。她强调，就算网红是贬义词，也要做个干净而有素质的网红。
是的，要红有很多方法，透过有素质、有内容的节目，经营自己的平台，这样的红才能持久，方能受到各界的推崇。比如认认真真、正正经经拍摄，发掘地方的特色，助发展地方的旅游。国外有很多很不错的网红，透过骑车发掘民族的特色、地方的美景美食，或介绍特定领域的工作，这些内容带出讯息、有意义，适合一家大小。
若觉得一本正经没有看头，也可以幽默地说道理、评时事，拍摄有趣但不低俗的画面。
庆幸的是，也有些网红不随波逐流，他们靠实力取胜，靠真材实料的内容收服粉丝的心。所以说，要红，何需奇装异服、扮丑做怪？
（星洲日报。砂拉越。评论。作者：林柳菁）
（本报古晋11日讯）人联党巴都吉当区议员拿督罗克强表示，已计划在其选区兴建一所政府中学和小学以及消拯局。
“这是我作为巴都吉当议员的计划和倡议，因为如果不是我，还有谁会发起呢？”
罗进一步说，他和有关当局目前正在寻找合适的地点来开发这些设施。
他补充，一旦有关地点确定后，就会提交给州规划单位去审批。
罗克强今日在其私邸主办开放门户后受访时，如是指出。
出席者包括总理拿督巴丁宜丹斯里阿邦佐哈里伉俪、旅游、创意产业及表演艺术部长拿督斯里阿都卡林、州务秘书拿督阿玛阿布巴卡等人。
当被问及该计划的时间表时，罗克强表示说他无法提供确切的时间表，因为该过程需要时间并且需要仔细规划。
不过，他相信州政府拥有强大的资源来确保该计划迟早能够实现。
峇都吉当州议员拿督罗克强表示，需要在峇都吉当地区建立一所政府中小学和一个消防救援站（BBP）。
他今天在其私邸举农历新年开放日活动中向回应记者的提问如此表示。而总理拿督巴丁宜丹斯里阿邦佐哈里与夫人潘斯里拿督祖玛阿尼也受邀，并向拿督罗克强贺年，出席的包括了旅游、创意工业和表演艺术部部长拿督斯里阿都卡林、砂州务秘书拿督阿玛莫哈末阿布巴卡及上议员拿督阿末伊布拉欣。
“这是我作为峇都吉当议员的计划和梦想，因为如果不是我，还有谁会发起它。”
他进一步评论说，他和相关方目前正在物色合适的地点来发展该设施。一旦选址确定，将提交州策划单位审批。
当被问到这个计画何时可以实现时，他说他不能准确地说，因为这个过程需要时间和仔细的规划。
但他表示，他相信砂政府拥有强大的资源来确保这项计画得以实现。
By Shikin Louis
KUCHING, Feb 11: Batu Kitang assemblyman Dato Lo Khere Chiang will continue to push for a fire station to be built in his constituency with the funding requested from the State government.
This came after the Batu Kitang constituency didn’t make the cut when the Federal Ministry of Local Government and Housing (MLGH) revealed plans to build new fire stations in Sarawak, including Batu Kawa and Kota Sentosa constituencies.
“I have been working with an architect to initiate the construction of a fire station in Batu Kitang. Once the planning is done, we will propose to the State Planning Authority for approval.
“I cannot wait for the federal government—it is too long. They have promised many things, but it is never done,” he told reporters during a Chinese New Year (CNY) open house at his residence here today.
Elaborating on the progress, Lo explained that his team had identified a piece of land in Batu Kitang, which would be a strategic site for the construction of the fire station.
On Nov 6, 2023, Federal Minister of Local Government and Housing, Nga Kor Ming, during the official opening of Asajaya Fire Station in Kota Samarahan, revealed that the ministry has approved RM13.2 million to enhance firefighting and rescue services in Sarawak.
The sum, he said, covers the construction of the Sungai Asap Fire Station and firefighter quarters at Tatau Fire Station and Daro Fire Station for this year.
Additionally, the ministry plans to build new fire stations in Tanjung Manis, Julau, Lubok Antu, Batu Kawa and Kota Sentosa. — DayakDaily
KUCHING (Feb 5): The Batu Kitang Chinese New Year (CNY) Carnival in Lee Ling Heights, Kuching held a Cowboy Night yesterday.
Deputy Minister for Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Datuk Snowdan Lawan officiated at the event.
In his speech, he emphasised the importance of food as a unifying factor among Sarawakians despite cultural differences.
“Our ministry oversees the creative industry portfolio, which includes food festivals, culinary, and gastronomic aspects, all falling directly under my purview.
“We will always allocate a budget for those who want to organise such events,” he said.
He also pledged an RM20,000 grant from the ministry in addition to the initial RM70,000 allocated for the event.
Batu Kitang assemblyman Datuk Lo Khere Chiang called for the preservation of peace and harmony among different races in Sarawak.
“Sarawakians coexisting harmoniously despite differences in race, religion, and culture is precious,” he said.
Among those present were Senator Datuk Ahmad Ibrahim; Puncak Borneo MP Datuk Willie Mongin; Persatuan Penggerak Kemajuan Kota Padawan chairman Albert Lee Joo Hee, who was also event co-organising chairman; Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) Penrissen branch chairman Aloysious Kuyong; DBNA Kuching Urban chairman Joseph Jindy; DBNA secretary general Jubilant Austinway; and co-organising chairman Zen Wong.
（古晋2日讯）古晋、石隆门与伦乐在去年发生了6562宗交通意外，比2022年的5947宗增加了615宗（+34%）。其中，古晋区从2022年的5444宗增加至6054宗，增幅为11.2%（增加610宗）。
石隆门则从358宗减少47宗至311宗，至于伦乐从145宗增加至197宗。
砂副总理兼石角区州议员拿督阿玛沈桂贤表示，佳节时期理应是欢乐的，不幸的是佳节时很常发生交通意外和火灾事故等。
他透露，去年首6个月在泛婆大道就有355人因交通意外逝世，因此举办道路安全运动很重要以提升驾驶者的醒觉度。
他直言，路况好及拥有丰富驾驶经验不代表不会遇到交通意外，有些自己会循规蹈矩，但可能是他方导致意外的发生。
他称，有鉴于此砂政府投入资金建设基本设施，包括在石角路段注入逾百万令吉进行提升，但重要的是还是驾驶者须安全驾驶。
他今天出席古晋省道路安全运动推介仪式后，向媒体发表谈话。
据悉，古晋省道路安全运动由砂道路安全理事会、砂交通部及古晋省公署携手举办，旨在提高道路安全意识，减少道路事故，特别是在节庆期间因鲁莽驾驶造成的事故率和死亡人数。
配合道路安全运动，主办单位也赠送60个安全帽给骑士。
砂交通部文告指出，据统计所得，道路交通事故的原因可归结为以下几个因素，即驾驶员本身疏忽大意（85%）；道路上车辆数量增加（10%）； 和天气状况、道路状况和地形（5%）。
当中，最常发生事故的车辆类型是摩托车，其次是汽车、MPV 和其他车辆。
Unifor representative Ambrose Linang (second right) presents the grant to Thomas, while Lo (centre), Magdalene (right) and the school board’s treasurer Michael Rawis look on. – Photo by Chimon Upon
KUCHING (Jan 3): The Unit for Other Religions (Unifor) has presented a grant of RM102,000 to SK Sacred Heart in Padawan for the purchase of classroom cabinets and improvement works.
The grant was presented to the school board at Batu Kitang assemblyman Dato Lo Khere Chiang’s office. Among those present were the school principal Magdalene Lilawati and school board chairman Thomas Gown.
Lo explained that the responsibilities of Unifor have been expanded into providing assistance to mission schools and it is the only such government organisation in the country to support the operation of non-Islamic houses of worship and mission schools.
“Unifor is not just helping churches or rebuilding churches but Unifor now extends its legs and arms into helping mission schools,” said Lo during the grant presentation yesterday.
The assemblyman also informed that mission schools were not financially supported by the federal government unlike their national school counterparts; thus it was decided that Unifor would render such assistance.
On another matter, Lo thanked the federal government and the Education Ministry for allowing politicians from the Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) state government to enter school compounds to attend activities.
With the state government under the leadership of Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg, Lo also hoped the federal government could return education autonomy to the state to ensure school children are properly taught on the history of the country’s formation and the Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63).
（本报古晋2日讯）峇都吉当区州议员拿督罗克强指出，砂其他宗教事务单位的任务不仅是为建造或维修礼拜堂提供援助，还为教会学校提供帮助。
他表示，砂盟政府为此目的向砂其他宗教事务单位提供拨款，并确保砂拉越教会学校处于良好状态。
“这是很特别的事情，而且只发生在砂拉越。 砂其他宗教事务单位不仅帮助建造修道院、寺庙和教堂，甚至还帮助教会学校。“
他说，这是因为教会学校不像政府学校那样得到联邦政府的支持。
拿督罗克强今日见证砂其他宗教事务单位移交10万2000令吉的拨款予瑟玛巴圣心国小时指出，过去砂盟政客无法进入学校，尽管通过乡村转型计划获得了拨款来帮助学校。
他赞扬了联邦教育部长允许砂盟领导人参与帮助砂学校的努力，以确保所有学校处于良好和安全状态。
