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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- New Straits Times
No more 80km trips: New ATM eases banking woes for Lojing's Orang Asli community
GUA MUSANG: More than 3,000 Orang Asli residents from several settlements in the Lojing Highlands no longer need to travel approximately 80km to access an automated teller machine (ATM), following the installation of the facility at the Lojing Highlands Rest and Service (R&R) area yesterday. A resident, Sani Alang, 45, said they previously had to travel to Gua Musang town at least once a month just to withdraw cash from an ATM. He said the new ATM service had brought great relief to the community, easing the long-standing hardship of having to make long trips for basic banking transactions. "Previously, I had to spend almost RM50 on fuel and travel around 80km to town just to withdraw money. Now, not anymore," he said. "However, we hope that a cash deposit machine (CDM) can also be made available in the future for the convenience of residents." Meanwhile, Galas assemblyman Mohd Syahbuddin Hashim said the facility benefits not only the Orang Asli community in Lojing but also tourists and road users travelling between Gua Musang, Lojing, and Cameron Highlands in Pahang. He said this was the first ATM installed in the Lojing sub-district. "This long-awaited Bank Simpanan Nasional (BSN) ATM has finally been installed and is now operational at the Lojing R&R. "We are grateful to BSN chairman Datuk Seri Dr Awang Adek Hussin for the approval, and to the Implementation Coordination Unit (ICU) of the Prime Minister's Department for funding the building through the Galas assemblyman's service centre," he said. "We have opened access and provided the necessary facilities for the people in remote areas," he added.
The Star
26-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Over 200 Johor projects worth RM10.8bil remain unimplemented, says MB
JOHOR BARU: More than 200 projects in Johor valued at RM10.8bil and approved under the 11th Malaysia Plan (RMK11) nearly a decade ago have yet to be implemented, says Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi. The Johor Mentri Besar said the projects were approved in 2016, but have stalled despite funds already being allocated. "There are a total of 222 projects worth RM10.8bil that are still in the pre-implementation stage. The state government views this as a serious matter, as allocations for the projects have been approved, yet the work has not been carried out. "Imagine the number of development and upgrade projects, including those involving hospitals, schools, and roads, that have not reached the people," he said during the state assembly sitting on Monday (May 26). Onn Hafiz said he had brought the matter up with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim during his recent visit to Johor. "Every time we have our state action council meeting, I raise this issue and have the Implementation Coordination Unit (ICU) follow up with the ministries involved. "With the Prime Minister's approval, the Johor government has decided that all state executive councillors will meet with the ministries involved in the projects. "This is to ensure the projects are carried out as soon as possible for the benefit of the people," he said. Onn Hafiz also thanked Anwar for approving nine major projects that would greatly benefit Johoreans. "We would like to thank the Prime Minister, as out of the 10 projects we requested, nine have been approved under RMK12, Rolling Plan Five. "This includes the Hospital Sultanah Aminah 2 project and several involving highways," he said, adding that Anwar had chaired the Johor Special Development meeting on Friday (May 23).
Daily Express
22-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Penampang upgrade in full swing: Ewon
Published on: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Published on: Thu, May 22, 2025 By: Lorena Binisol Text Size: Ewon officiating the Penampang district-level Kaamatan festival. PENAMPANG: Twenty one public buildings in the district have been identified to be gazetted as Temporary Evacuation Centres (PPS) to accommodate victims during flood. Penampang Member of Parliament Datuk Ewon Benedick said the initiative follows efforts to improve flood disaster management after the district experienced severe floods last year. 'Previously, Penampang only had one PPS. This is no longer practical, especially for villagers living in remote areas such as Kampung Sugud and Kampung Kolopis who had to be relocated to the Penampang Cultural Centre during floods. 'We have identified 21 suitable public buildings which will be gazetted as PPS to facilitate evacuation and rescue operations,' he said when officiating the district-level Kaamatan Festival celebration on Sunday. Ewon, who is also Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Minister said several high-impact development projects have been implemented or are ongoing in Penampang since 2023. These include flood mitigation works in Donggongon, upgrading of the main drainage system, improvement of the Terian-Buayan Road, construction of the Donggongon Tamu, a new bridge in Babagon, and land surveying in Kampung Togudon under the Pantas Programme. Advertisement 'The long-delayed construction of the Donggongon Tamu finally began last month, following a site visit and discussions with the Director-General of the Implementation Coordination Unit (ICU), Prime Minister's Department, in January 2023. 'Issues related to land ownership on hillside areas such as in Kampung Togudon have also been resolved through the Pantas Programme,' he said. Ewon also announced that the Penampang District Council was upgraded to a Municipal Council last year. Under his ministry, several agencies have expanded their presence to Penampang, including the upgraded Bank Rakyat Penampang branch, Tekun Nasional, INSKEN Sabah, SME Corp Sabah, as well as the MSME Hub and TikTok Shop Live Hub Studio. 'New initiatives such as the BEEP Plus Grant, Tamu Entrepreneur Financing Scheme, Rural Tamu Premises Project, Sejati Madani Cooperative Programme and the Tunas Usahawan Belia (TUBE) programme have also benefitted entrepreneurs and cooperatives in the district,' he said. Ewon added that Penampang must formulate a comprehensive development plan to be included in the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK-13) for the 2026–2030 period. 'The Penampang Development Master Plan launched last year was a key reference document for the Federal Government, State Government and relevant ministries in planning the implementation of RMK-13,' he said. He also expressed appreciation to all parties contributing to Penampang's development and hoped the Kaamatan Festival celebration will continue to be a platform for unity. 'Unity, cooperation and solidarity are vital to ensuring a progressive future for Penampang,' he said. Meanwhile, Sletcher Myranda Floyd was crowned Unduk Ngadau Penampang 2025 after emerging victorious among 14 contestants at the event. Her win earns her a place in the grand finale of the state-level Unduk Ngadau Kaamatan competition, scheduled for 30 May. Sletcher also took home the Tati Topiodo title, awarded for best personality and presentation, along with RM7,000 in cash, a trophy and a bouquet. The first runner-up was Carrie Terence, who received RM3,000, while Dorna Mayra Michael came in third place and who also secured the title Tati Tosuau, for grace and elegance and received RM2,000. Both runners-up also received trophies and bouquets. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malay Mail
28-04-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Govt approves RM1.5m for construction of new mosque in Gua Musang, says DPM Zahid
GUA MUSANG, April 28 — The government has approved an allocation of RM1.5 million for the construction of a new mosque in Mukim Jerek, here, to be channelled through the Implementation Coordination Unit of the Prime Minister's Department, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said the amount was approved to replace the existing mosque. 'The construction of a mosque in Jerek was previously raised when I came during the (Nenggiri state by-election) campaign. They requested for it to be completed, and today we have approved an allocation of RM1.5 million,' he said. Ahmad Zahid was speaking to reporters after officiating the Aid Distribution Ceremony for the Prosperous People's Housing Programme and the 2025 Kesedar Hari Raya Aidilfitri Celebration at Dataran Awam Kampung Jerek here today. The approval of the allocation was announced in response to a request by Nenggiri assemblyman Mohd Azmawi Fikri Abdul Ghani during the event. Meanwhile, Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, announced the approval of an allocation of RM2 million for the construction of a bridge at Batu 10, Nenggiri. 'A bridge with an allocation of RM2 million has also been approved under the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development's funding,' he said. At the same event, he also announced a project for the construction of 30 shops to be implemented by Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) and Kesedar. This initiative aims to improve the living standards of the people in the Nenggiri constituency, particularly in boosting the economy and providing infrastructure. 'Upgrading Pekan Nenggiri to become a town is a tough task, and we need to complete it promptly. 'If I visit again, I want to see the building structures and pillars already erected. If I am unable to, I will ask Datuk Seri Haji Ahmad Jazlan Yaakub (Chairman of UMNO Kelantan Liaison Committee) to monitor it,' he said. — Bernama
Barnama
28-04-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Gov't Approves RM1.5 Million For Construction Of New Mosque In Gua Musang
GUA MUSANG, April 28 (Bernama) – The government has approved an allocation of RM1.5 million for the construction of a new mosque in Mukim Jerek, here, to be channelled through the Implementation Coordination Unit of the Prime Minister's Department, says Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi. He said the amount was approved to replace the existing mosque. 'The construction of a mosque in Jerek was previously raised when I came during the (Nenggiri state by-election) campaign. They requested for it to be completed, and today we have approved an allocation of RM1.5 million,' he said. Ahmad Zahid was speaking to reporters after officiating the Aid Distribution Ceremony for the Prosperous People's Housing Programme and the 2025 KESEDAR Hari Raya Aidilfitri Celebration at Dataran Awam Kampung Jerek here today. The approval of the allocation was announced in response to a request by Nenggiri assemblyman Mohd Azmawi Fikri Abdul Ghani during the event. Meanwhile, Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Minister of Rural and Regional Development, announced the approval of an allocation of RM2 million for the construction of a bridge at Batu 10, Nenggiri. 'A bridge with an allocation of RM2 million has also been approved under the Ministry of Rural and Regional Development's funding," he said. At the same event, he also announced a project for the construction of 30 shops to be implemented by Majlis Amanah Rakyat (MARA) and KESEDAR. This initiative aims to improve the living standards of the people in the Nenggiri constituency, particularly in boosting the economy and providing infrastructure.
