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Borneo Post
3 days ago
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Kampung Selampit gets second fibre boat pending bridge completion
Billy (second left) performs the symbolic handing over of the boat. KUCHING (Aug 16): Residents of Kampung Selampit have received a second fibre boat to facilitate their daily travel while awaiting the completion of a bridge to the village. Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang symbolically handed over the boat to villagers in a brief ceremony yesterday at the Batang Kayan riverbank in Lundu. According to a Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas) report, Billy said the boat will complement the first unit provided earlier this year, ensuring the community can continue to travel safely and smoothly during the bridge's construction. 'We want Kampung Selampit residents to have safe and convenient transportation for daily needs, especially in education, healthcare and economic activities. This second boat completes the temporary facilities until the bridge is ready,' he said. He added that the total cost for the two boats, including support equipment, was RM290,400 — a vital investment for the well-being and continuity of the local community. 'Safety is our priority, and we remind all users to operate the boats in accordance with the set rules,' he said. On the Selampit Bridge project, he noted that construction of the bridge pillars has now reached the middle section, reflecting positive progress. The Selampit Bridge project is a long-awaited infrastructure development in the Opar constituency. The urgency for the bridge project has heightened, following a tragedy in August last year when three students died after the boat they were travelling on to get to school with 13 other students sank in Batang Kayan. The incident was believed to have been caused by overloading. It was reported the 200-metre-long and 6.5-metre-wide bridge was estimated to cost RM27.94 million. Construction began in October last year and is expected to be completed within three years. The project, implemented under the Sarawak government's jurisdiction, is spearheaded by the Public Works Department (JKR) Sarawak Meanwhile, those present at the boat handover were political secretaries to the premier Dato Peter Nyomek and Niponi Undek and Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA) special administrative officer Datu Ik Pahon Joyik. Billy Sujang boat Kampung Selampit bridge lead travel
Borneo Post
12-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Opar constituency gets RM670,000 boost for RTP projects
Billy (fifth left) and other officials gather for a group photo during the site visit. – Ukas photo LUNDU (July 12): A total of RM670,000 has been allocated for five Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) projects in the Opar constituency, following the official site handover ceremony yesterday conducted by Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang. According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the site visits were organised by the Lundu District Public Works Department and involved Kampung Temaga Dayak, Kampung Temaga Melayu, SMK Lundu, Kampung Raso 1, and Kampung Raso 2. The site handovers marked the beginning of implementation works for each RTP initiative, aimed at fulfilling the needs and expectations of the local communities. Among the projects is a RM250,000 upgrading of the Kampung Temaga Dayak community hall and RM70,000 for upgrading works at Masjid Darul Iman in Kampung Temaga Melayu. In addition, RM200,000 has been allocated for the second-phase upgrading of the dining hall at SMK Lundu. Two other projects include the RM50,000 repair works for the Women's Bureau kitchen building in Kampung Raso 1 and RM100,000 to upgrade the parking area at the multipurpose hall in Kampung Raso 2. The total value of the five RTP projects handed over during the visit is RM670,000. Billy Sujang lead Opar projects RTP
Borneo Post
30-06-2025
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- Borneo Post
Rara culture deserves greater recognition, promotion, says Opar rep
Billy (left) joins two men dressed in Rara traditional costume for a photo. – Photo from Sarawak Public Communications Unit KUCHING (June 30): The unique culture of the Rara community, a small Bidayuh sub-ethnic group, deserves greater recognition and promotion, despite their presence being concentrated in only three villages within the Lundu district, said Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang. Speaking at the the Ngelayakng Daunt Bonos 2025 programme in Kampung Pasir Tengah, Lundu on Saturday night, Billy pledged his full support for any initiative aimed at uplifting and preserving the identity and traditions of the Rara. 'At the recent Narakng Salako Rara programme in Lundu, the Rara community performed the distinctive Bari' Dance, which left a lasting impression on the attendees. 'The Bari' Dance will be featured at next year's state-level Gawai Dayak celebration in 2026 to showcase the Rara community's cultural richness,' he said. The Rara, along with the Salako community, are two Bidayuh sub-ethnic groups residing mainly in Lundu and Sematan districts. During the same event, Billy also officiated the opening of the newly upgraded 'Rumah Adat' (traditional house) of Kampung Pasir Tengah, which was fully restored and enhanced this year. Also present were Pemanca Allen Manium Enggang and Penghulu Kutong Enggang. Bidayuh Billy Sujang culture lead Rara community sub-ethnic group
Borneo Post
28-06-2025
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Over RM1 million in MRP, Unifor grants disbursed for Opar's development
Billy (third right) presents a grant cheque to a recipient at the Opar Constituency Service Centre in Lundu. — Ukas photo KUCHING (June 28): A total of 49 Minor Rural Project (MRP) grant cheques and five grants from the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor), amounting to over RM1 million, were presented during the Unifor and MRP grant presentation ceremony for the Opar state constituency, held in Lundu yesterday. According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the cheques were officially handed over by Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang to representatives of the respective recipient organisations. The report stated that the MRP grants disbursed totalled RM405,600, benefitting associations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and KEMAS kindergartens within the Mas Gading parliamentary area. In addition, Billy also presented Unifor grants amounting RM720,000 to five religious institutions of various denominations operating within the Opar state constituency. The recipients of the Unifor grants included Persatuan Penganut Apostolik Kuching, Kampung Sebako; St Jacob's Chapel, Kampung Temaga Dayak; St George's Church, Kampung Bokah; St Jude's Church, Kampung Stom Muda; and Rumah Adat Kampung Semapu. 'The handing over of these grants is part of the state government's ongoing efforts to ensure that community development and public facilities are implemented in a comprehensive and inclusive manner, regardless of religious or ethnic background,' Billy emphasised. Also present at the ceremony were community leaders Pemanca Allen Manium Enggang and Penghulu Wang Ering, along with other invited guests. Billy Sujang lead MRP grant Opar Unifor
Borneo Post
14-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Skills-based programmes key to tackling youth drug issues, says Opar rep
Billy (second right) presents the mock cheque for the MRP grant to Sim, as Albert (left) and Tan look on. MIRI (June 15): Constructive and skills-based programmes are crucial intervention tools in the rising youth involvement in drug-related issues. This was highlighted by Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang when met after a visit to the Domino Academy here recently, where he praised the academy for offering impactful initiatives in financial literacy, community service, entrepreneurship, and soft skills training. 'All these would further position the academy as a crucial force in building socially-conscious future leaders. 'Have faith in what you do, remain humble, and always serve with sincerity. Leadership begins with values and a sense of responsibility to the community. 'Real development is not just about running programmes, but about shaping a generation that leads with integrity, compassion and conviction,' he said in a brief remark. The visit underscored the state's commitment to youth development and showcased how collaboration between community leaders and local organisations such as Domino Academy could create impactful change at the grassroots level. During his visit, Billy handed over a Minor Rural Project (MRP) allocation of RM31,311 to the Miri Domino Charity Association. The grant was meant to support the 'Experiential Leadership and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp' slated for this Aug 23-24 in Kuching. The programme would focus on practical learning and values-based leadership, and targets youths from the Opar constituency. Also present were the association's vice president Sim Poh Giap, secretary Zoel Tan, committee member Albert Lawrence as well as the academy's trainees and interns. Billy Sujang Domino Academy drugs lead youth
