600 join inaugural Breaking News Run 2025 at MBKS grounds
KUCHING (July 20): Around 600 participants laced up their running shoes early this morning to take part in the inaugural Breaking News Run 2025, held at the Kuching City South Council (MBKS) grounds.
The event, jointly organised by the Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA) Sarawak Branch and the Kuching Division Journalists Association (KDJA), aimed to promote fitness, unity and stronger ties between media professionals and the wider community.
Flagging off the run were Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng, CJA Sarawak president Alice Wee, KDJA president Ronnie Teo, and Hock Seng Lee (HSL) marketing communication (MarCom) lead Abraham Tiong.
'This run represents more than just fitness. It is a symbol of resilience, connection, and the power of communication. I am proud to see so many turning out in support,' said Wee, commending the organisers for successfully bringing together journalists, community members and corporate sponsors.
The highlight of the event was the HSL 10km Competitive Run, sponsored by HSL.
Wee and other guests flag off the inaugural Breaking News Run 2025 at the MBKS grounds. – Photo by Roystein Emmor
In the men's open category, Lucas Wong Sie Hong clinched first place, followed by Mohamad Mustafa Abdul Rahman in second, and Ericko Mightgambang Lit in third.
In the women's category, Lim Siet Fah took the top spot, while Sharon Chew Tze Xuan and Lin Wei Na secured second and third respectively.
The event also featured 5km and 3km race categories, attracting participants from all walks of life, including families, students, media professionals and seasoned runners.
Other sponsors supporting the event included Petra Energy Bhd, Sarawak Metro Sdn Bhd, DreamMaster Corporation Sdn Bhd, BosarMulu Park Management Sdn Bhd, Health Lane Pharmacy, as well as community leaders Datuk Shankar Ram and Datuk Richard Wee.
Alice thanked all sponsors, participants and volunteers, stating that the run demonstrated how journalists are not only voices of society but also active contributors to its wellbeing, embodying the spirit of collaboration and energy needed in the region's media landscape.
Members of the local media fraternity pose for a group photo after the event. – Photo by Roystein Emmor
Meanwhile, Teo described the event as the start of a stronger partnership among media associations in the region.
'This inaugural run, connecting KDJA and CJA, signifies the commencement of a deeper collaboration among Kuching's media associations.
'Our aim is to effectively bridge the gap between the media and the community, and in doing so, we aspire to offer more comprehensive and synergistic opportunities to the wider community,' he said.
Top three winners of the 10km Men's Open Category pose for a photo after receiving their prizes. – Photo by Roystein Emmor
The MBKS grounds took on a festive atmosphere, with post-run activities such as lucky draws and wellness booths complementing the event.
Participants also had the opportunity to engage with community leaders and network with members of the media during the two-day race pack collection and at the event site.
The Breaking News Run 2025 marks a new chapter in community-media engagement in Sarawak, with organisers aiming to make it an annual affair. Breaking News Run 2025 lead
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