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Published on: Tue, Aug 05, 2025 Text Size: Liew (left), accompanied by government officials at the site of the fire incident. KOTA KINABALU: The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Environment (KePKAS) will request state funding to restore the Kota Kinabalu Community Hall, which was destroyed by fire on July 29. Minister Datuk Seri Christina Liew said the building, completed in 1958, will not be demolished due to its historical and cultural significance. It has hosted countless events, including government programmes, festivals, and youth activities. Declared a State Heritage building in 2017, the hall was previously recognised as a cultural heritage site from 1999. Liew, also Chairman of the State Heritage Council, urged for immediate debris clearance and safety measures to protect the public. She visited the site on Monday with officials from the Ministry, Sabah Museum Department, and Kota Kinabalu City Hall. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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