Penang delays new water tariff until July 2016
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the one-year delay was expected to benefit approximately 715,957 consumers across the state.
"The decision was made to allow more time for further preparation and adjustments," he said today.
Chow said, under the revised tariff, the majority of domestic users in Penang would see a moderate increase in their monthly water bills.
Specifically, 79.88 per cent of the 613,660 residential consumers who use up to 35 cubic meters (m³) of water per month will face an increase ranging from RM0.30 to RM2.55.
Meanwhile, 95.38 per cent of the 98,155 non-domestic users (businesses) consuming up to 200 m³ of water per month will see their bills rise by between RM3.60 and RM35.70 monthly.
"This new tariff structure is expected to generate an additional RM20 million for the Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang (PBAPP) over a six-month period next year.
"The additional revenue will be allocated towards ongoing water supply service upgrades, with more details to be announced in the future," he said.
This move highlights the government's commitment to improving water supply services while managing the impact on consumers.
It was reported that new water tariff rates for Peninsular Malaysia and Labuan had been gazetted, and would come into force today.
With the exception of Perak and Labuan, the domestic tariff rates had gone up in all states.
It was reported earlier this year that the Penang government planned to delay the implementation of a proposed water tariff revision by at least six months.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Rakyat Post
8 hours ago
- Rakyat Post
Malaysian Drops Five Figures On New Zealand Working Holiday, Spends First Month Just Paying Off Debt
Subscribe to our FREE A Malaysian woman has gone viral after revealing the shocking upfront costs of her Cheah Nan Yi broke down exactly where every ringgit went, and the numbers are eye-watering. The damage: Visa (2025): NZD770 (RM1,990) Flight from Seoul: RM2,865 Accommodation (monthly): NZD680 (RM1,700) Phone plan (3 months): NZD69 (RM200) Living expenses (monthly): NZD500 (RM1,250) Car (optional): NZD3,000-5,000 (RM7,500-12,000) Car insurance: NZD100 (RM250) Total upfront cost: RM6,000 to RM10,000 without a car, RM12,000 to RM20,000 with one. Malaysians aged 18 to 30 can apply for a working holiday visa to travel, work, and study in New Zealand for up to 12 months. This visa is designed to help young Malaysians supplement their travels while working in New Zealand, typically in roles such as fruit picking, warehousing, retail, and food and beverage services. Cheah posted on RM40-50K Down, Still No Regrets New Zealand's minimum wage is NZD23.50 per hour. Working 40 hours a week nets NZD940 (around RM2,350) before taxes. Sounds decent until you realise Cheah was already in the hole from day one. 'I just kept spending and spending,' she admitted, showing receipts for everything from motels to restaurant meals. If I'd been more careful, I could've saved RM10,000, but I'm not like most working holiday people – they save money, I eat out for every meal. Her spending philosophy? 'I spent around RM40,000-RM50,000 and I'm still having fun.' (Pix: Xiaohongshu: 谢南怡) The Expensive Lesson in Holiday Economics Some commenters said they managed to save over RM20,000, but Cheah's approach was decidedly more… relaxed. The reality check comes when she notes that after two months, she'd only managed to save about 20,000 ringgit – meaning her first month was essentially spent breaking even on her initial investment. Her advice for future working holiday makers? Budget properly, because nobody warns you about the brutal upfront costs. And maybe don't eat every meal at cafes and restaurants like she did. The post has stirred conversations about whether working holidays are actually the money-making opportunity they're said to be – or just an expensive way to live abroad for a few months. Nevertheless, many Malaysians have and continue to pursue working holidays in New Zealand, drawn not just by potential savings but by the priceless experience of living in a new country, gaining independence, and creating memories that last a lifetime. For many, the cultural immersion, personal growth, and adventure far outweigh the financial calculations – making it an investment in experiences rather than just bank balances. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
The Star
2 days ago
- The Star
Foreign investors still show interest in Penang
Chow says Penang is committed to developing its integrated circuit design ecosystem. PENANG continues to get foreign investment interest despite uncertainties caused by the 19% tariff on Malaysia's exports to the United States, says Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. He said investors from countries like the US, China and Singapore have shown interest in Penang. 'InvestPenang has been busy managing enquiries from foreign investors looking to set up plants here. 'I attended a coordination meeting on a big investment and even though this is still at the initial stage, all relevant agencies are working towards securing this investment,' he said in a press conference at his office. Chow said despite the uncertainties, Penang remained committed to developing its integrated circuit (IC) design ecosystem through initiatives such as Silicon Design @5km, the IC Design Park and the Penang Chip Design Academy. 'The 19% tariff on Malaysian exports to the US, matches rates imposed on other Asean countries. 'This places Malaysia back on a level playing field in the region.' When asked about investment and job opportunities in Penang in the past five years, Chow said between 2020 and the first quarter of 2025, the state recorded RM191.4bil in approved manufacturing investments. 'There have been 79,498 jobs created during that period. 'The annual breakdown for the investments are RM14.1bil in 2020, RM76.2bil (2021), RM13.7bil (2022), RM63.4bil (2023), RM17.3bil (2024) and RM6.7bil in the first quarter of 2025,' he said. On reports that the US may impose a 100% tariff on imported semiconductor chips, Chow said no official decision has been made. 'We will have to wait for the official announcement. 'Such speculation prolongs uncertainty and affects decision-making by multinationals.' Prior to Aug 8, he said semiconductor exports from Malaysia to the US were exempt from the 19% tariff. He urged the Investment, Trade and Industry Ministry to continue engaging with the US to maintain the exemption. On Aug 6, US President Donald Trump reportedly said the US would impose a tariff of about 100% on imported semiconductor chips and that the new tariff rate would apply to 'all chips and semiconductors coming into the US'. However, Trump said the tariff would not apply to companies that had already committed to manufacturing in the US or were in the process of doing so.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Sejati MADANI project boosts Gua Musang economy with cucumber farming
GUA MUSANG: The government has allocated RM100,000 under the 'Program Sejahtera Komuniti MADANI' (SejaTi MADANI) to assist the Kampung Batu Papan community in increasing their income through a hanging fertigation cucumber cultivation project. Kampung Batu Papan Federal Village Development and Security Committee (JPKKP) Chairman, Mohd Iskandar Abu Bakar, said the project, which began last August, is now in its third season and has sold over 15 tonnes of cucumbers. He said RM80,000 of the allocation was utilised for the fertigation project, including land rental, equipment purchase, and working capital, while the remaining RM20,000 was allocated for a recycling project in the village. 'This fertigation planting only takes 45 days for each season before the produce can be harvested. The period begins with sowing seeds in 2,000 polybags until the cucumbers mature and are ready for the market,' he told reporters in Kampung Batu Papan today. Meanwhile, Kampung Batu Papan Cucumber Fertigation Project Manager Muhammad Farid Abdul Hadi, 37, said the harvest is sold to wholesalers and at three supermarkets in Gua Musang, Kuala Lipis, and Raub, Pahang, at RM1.50 per kilogram. 'The third season began on June 16 and is now in its third week of harvesting and sales. So far, about 4,000 kilograms of cucumbers have been harvested, and we expect yields to exceed 7,000 kilograms for this season,' he said. Resident Junainah Saeroni, 45, said the SejaTi MADANI initiative has provided job opportunities and additional income for residents. 'Every day at 5 pm, I, along with three friends, go to the farm to collect the produce and pack the cucumbers for sale. I am grateful to the government for providing this initiative, which helps improve the community's economy,' she said. - Bernama
