Sarawak DAP Youth chides Miri City Council over MyKiosk 'failure'
Its chief Peter Hee reportedly accused MCC of allowing the project - which began in 2022 and saw 10 kiosks constructed across Miri - to go to waste, with many kiosks abandoned and deteriorating.
According to Borneo Post, Hee blamed the local authority for...
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Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Borneo Post
Lee: MCC told to have clear evaluation system for contractors based on track record
Lee (third right) is flanked by Peter (left) and Phang at the Sungai Dalam Road upgrading project site. MIRI (Aug 6): Contractors who complete their projects within the stipulated time frame or ahead of schedule deserve to be considered for future tenders, said Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin. The Transport Minister stressed that the same consideration should not be extended to contractors whose performance is poor with delayed projects or quality that falls short of expectations. 'There have been cases where projects faced serious delays and cost overruns due to the failure of contractors. In such situations, we have had to appoint 'rescue contractors' to complete the works, which leads to further expenses,' he told reporters after visiting several project sites under Senadin constituency here today. Lee said it is important for Miri City Council (MCC) to have a clear evaluation system, whereby contractors with proven track records are prioritised for future tenders, while those with poor performance must improve their standards to remain competitive. He cited the example of the Sungai Dalam Road upgrading project, which was completed ahead of schedule. 'The RM300,000 project began on June 9, 2025 and was completed on July 28, compared to its scheduled completion date of Aug 8, this year. The original four-metre-wide road in this suburban area has now been widened, and two other roads in the vicinity have also been upgraded and completed early. 'During my visit, residents expressed satisfaction with the quality of work done by the contractor,' he said. Lee also inspected the road in front of Riam Methodist Kindergarten and Jalan Tung San Garden. Accompanying him were MCC assistant engineer Peter Ukin and Sarawak United People's Party Senadin secretary Jeffery Phang. lead Lee Kim Shin Miri City Council
New Straits Times
04-08-2025
- New Straits Times
394 out of 426 MyKiosk units in Negri Sembilan taken up
SEREMBAN: A total of 394 out of 426 MyKiosk units in Negri Sembilan have been taken up, with each costing between RM15,000 and RM25,000 depending on the specifications, facilities and equipment, the State Legislative Assembly was told today. According to State Local Government Development, Housing and Transport Committee chairman J. Arul Kumar, Seremban had the highest number of units with 130, followed by Kuala Pilah (68), Tampin (58), Jempol (50), Rembau (47), Jelebu (38) and Port Dickson (35). "The remaining MyKiosk units have not been taken up due to unsuitable locations. That is why I have asked the relevant local authorities to relocate them to more appropriate areas so that traders can use them. "However, of the 394 units taken up, there are still some (traders) who have yet to start their businesses. So, we are asking the local authorities to take back those units and give them to those who want to run a business," he said. He said this in response to a question from Mohamad Hanifah Abu Baker (PN-Labu) regarding the number of MyKiosk units available in Negri Sembilan and the cost per unit. Responding to a supplementary question from Datuk Saiful Yazan Sulaiman (BN–Johol), who asked whether the state government intended to redesign the MyKiosk units to reflect state or local identity, Arul Kumar said the current design followed national standards. "We may consider the proposal in the future, possibly by incorporating elements of the local identity or making slight changes to reflect our own," he said.
Herald Malaysia
01-08-2025
- Herald Malaysia
Called to build a better world
As the Malaysian Catholic Church continues its journey toward the Malaysian Pastoral Convention (MPC) 2026, parish communities, ministries, and Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs) are being called to deepen their engagement in four key pastoral focus areas: Family, Church, Ecology, and Society. Aug 01, 2025 KUALA LUMPUR: As the Malaysian Catholic Church continues its journey toward the Malaysian Pastoral Convention (MPC) 2026, parish communities, ministries, and Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs) are being called to deepen their engagement in four key pastoral focus areas: Family, Church, Ecology, and Society. For 2025, the Church placed particular emphasis on Ecology and Society. In line with this direction, the Malaysian Catechetical Commission (MCC) announced the theme for Catechetical Sunday 2025: We can make the world a better place. The theme chosen for this year's celebration was announced earlier by Bishop Joseph Hii Teck Kwong, pic, Episcopal President of the Malaysian Catechetical Commission (MCC). Rooted in St Paul's exhortation to the Philippians (Phil 2:4) and Jesus' commandment to 'love one another' (Jn 13:34), the theme serves as a powerful invitation for Catholics to live out their faith in ways that impact both people and the planet. The theme reflects a growing emphasis within the Church on promoting social justice and environmental stewardship through catechesis and formation at all levels. 'As Christians, we are called to do our part to make the world a better place,' said Bishop Joseph in his message to the faithful. 'This involves addressing root causes of poverty, inequality, and violence, and promoting systemic change through political engagement, fair labour practices, and care for the environment.' Bishop Joseph also underscored the urgency of environmental stewardship, citing Pope Francis' Laudato Si' as a rallying call for collective action to address climate change and ecological degradation. Education and catechesis, he emphasised, play a vital role in shaping individuals who will rise to meet these challenges. 'Education begins at home,' Bishop Joseph said. 'Parents are the first catechists to their children, and they, along with parishes, BECs, Catholic institutions, and organisations, must help equip the next generation to face the challenges of our times.' To assist parishes in celebrating Catechetical Sunday, the MCC has distributed a range of resources, including the Catechetical Sunday Message, Rite of Commissioning for Catechists, e-Poster, and a Catechetical Sunday Kit. These materials are designed not only for use today but also throughout the month of August to promote deeper reflection and engagement. This year's celebration also marks a shift in the Church's liturgical calendar: Catechetical Sunday has officially moved from the fourth Sunday of January to the first Sunday of August, following a directive issued by the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia on October 7, 2024. Bishop Joseph concluded his message with a note of gratitude to all those involved in the ministry of catechesis: 'On behalf of the Bishops of Malaysia, I extend my deepest gratitude to parish priests, catechetical coordinators, catechists, parents, guardians, and all involved in this ministry. May Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, lead and guide us.' As the Church in Malaysia observes Catechetical Sunday 2025, it does so with renewed purpose — to form disciples who not only know the faith, but live it courageously and compassionately, for the good of the Church, society, and creation.
