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Borneo Post
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Borneo Post
Miri hosts KASUMeS 2025, uniting media through sports and solidarity
Lee (fourth right) presenting a certificate of appreciation to Northern Sarawak Journalists Association (NSJA) president Chai Chon Chin while Awang Putrayusrie (third left) and others look on. MIRI (May 24): The Karnival Sukan Media Sarawak (KASUMeS) 2025 for the northern zone officially kicked off today in conjunction with the state-level Hari Wartawan Nasional (HAWANA) celebrations, bringing together media professionals for a day of sports, camaraderie, and recognition. Organised by the Unit Komunikasi Awam Sarawak (Ukas), the carnival is part of the broader HAWANA 2025 celebrations and aims to honour the contributions of media practitioners while promoting physical wellbeing and team spirit. Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin officiated the event, acknowledging the growing challenges faced by journalists in the digital age. While highlighting the potential benefits of artificial intelligence, he also cautioned against its misuse, urging media practitioners to remain vigilant and ethical in their work. 'Health is just as important. Reporters must take the necessary steps to ensure their body and mind are in the best shape to carry out their job,' he added, noting that programmes such as KASUMeS promote physical wellbeing and camaraderie among media professionals. In his welcoming remarks, Ukas director Awang Putrayusrie Awang Redzuan reaffirmed Ukas' commitment to providing the media with timely, accurate, and transparent access to government initiatives and policies. He also highlighted that activities such as KASUMeS help strengthen inter-agency collaboration and build stronger ties among media personnel. 'This carnival marks a new chapter in journalism where sports and teamwork are celebrated alongside professionalism and public service,' he said. Today's programme featured highlights including the KASUMeS 2025 convoy, pickleball, and dart competitions, open to all media representatives from the northern zone. KASUMeS is set to become an annual event aimed at reinforcing media-government relations while celebrating the vital role journalists play in delivering accurate and trustworthy information to the public. Karnival Sukan Media Sarawak lead Lee Kim Shin Ukas
Borneo Post
04-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Northern Sarawak Journalists Association, volunteer divers conduct ghost nets cleanup operation
Divers displays the banner of the cleanup operation. MIRI (May 4): A group of media members and volunteer divers successfully conducted the 'Ghost Nets Cleanup Operation' on April 30. The programme, which was spearheaded by the Northern Sarawak Journalists Association (NSJA), was an effort to preserve the local marine ecosystem and promote responsible scuba diving practices. The initiative was supported by local divers and sponsored by Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Sustainability Dato Sri Huang Tiong Sii. The divers, comprised of two NSJA members and 10 volunteer divers, conducted the cleanup at popular dive sites namely Anemone Garden, North Siwa, Sunday Reef and Batu Belais. These areas are known for their rich marine biodiversity within the Miri-Sibuti Coral Reefs National Park and stunning coral reefs, yet constantly face threats from ghost nets that threaten marine habitats. Ghost nets refer to fishing nets that have been lost or discarded in the ocean. These often get caught on coral reefs and trap marine life unintentionally, causing injury and death. Thus, cleanup efforts help save marine life, restore diver site beauty and boost scuba tourism in the area. According to NSJA president Chai Chon Chin, the programme was initially slated for November 1 last year, but had to be postponed due to poor weather conditions. He added the association takes marine conservation seriously, emphasising that the ghost nets cleanup was an annual programme carried out consistently by them. 'This initiative not only aims to remove dangerous abandoned nets, but also raise public awareness about the negative impact of ghost nets on marine ecosystems and sea life.' Apart from cleaning up the ghost nets, the divers also installed a mooring line provided by the Sarawak Forestry Corporation. The mooring line was installed to enhance diver safety and protect the coral reefs. It helps avoid the use of traditional anchors that damage the seabed and coral ecosystems, and allows diver boats to anchor more safely and provide a more eco-friendly and comfortable diving experience for both local and international divers. NSJA also expressed its interest to continue working with relevant agencies and volunteer communities to organise more marine conservation programmes in the future, ensuring these marine treasurers are preserved for generations to come. Ghost Nets Cleanup Operation journalist lead miri NSJA
Borneo Post
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
NSJA to host sports carnival for journalists in conjunction with National Journalist's Day this May 29
NSJA members pose for a group photo during the Family Day. MIRI (May 2): A sports carnival for media professionals will be among the highlights of the upcoming National Journalist's Day celebration on May 29. Northern Sarawak Journalists Association (NSJA) president Chai Chon Chin made the announcement during the association's Family Day event, held at the Gymkhana Club Miri (GCM) on Thursday. 'Active participation in such events can foster team spirit and promote a healthy lifestyle among journalists,' said Chain, underscoring the value of social engagement within the media community. Reflecting on the significance of the Family Day, Chai noted that such gatherings help to strengthen bonds among NSJA members while fostering a caring, harmonious network of mutual support. The event was attended by over 50 journalists from various media organisations, along with their family members. Among the activities were a friendly pickleball game and a relaxing swimming session. Also present at the event was NSJA vice president Clare Cinderella Kom.
