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Borneo Post
5 days ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Dragon Boat Festival: SUPP Pelawan Youth distributes 500 packs of dumplings to seniors
Tiang (second row, sixth left) in a group photo with recipients and organising members. – Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (June 1): In celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival, approximately 500 packs of dumplings were distributed to senior residents of Jalan Bunga Teratai here yesterday. The event was organised by the SUPP Pelawan Youth section. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Public Health, Housing, and Local Government, Datuk Michael Tiang, highlighted the significance of the dumplings as a cherished tradition within the Chinese community. 'As a reminder, we had the patriotic poet Qu Yuan, whose dedication to patriotism and justice aligns with the values of the Sarawak United People's Party (SUPP),' he told reporters. The Pelawan assemblyman further elaborated on the symbolism behind the dumpling, saying that the string that holds the dumpling together symbolises unity. 'The mixture of all kinds of ingredients in the dumpling symbolises the mixture of our culture and our race. Just like Sarawak's community – a melting pot,' he said. 'That's why Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) under the leadership of our Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg – each year, we have been rolling out some welfare programmes, benefits, special assistance to all levels of communities. 'And not only that, every year, we have some pleasant surprises. I mean, new revenue streams spearheaded by our Premier,' he added. Also present was Penghulu Ting Tien Huat. Dragon Boat Festival dumplings lead Michael Tiang Sibu
Borneo Post
01-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
501 subsidised gas cylinders exchanged in Sibu during PDP Nangka initiative
Members of PDP Nangka Youth and Women wings posing for a group photo during the 501 gas cylinders subsidy programme. – Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (May 1): A total of 501 liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders were made available for exchange today in front of Milazo Furniture at Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce as part of a Labour Day community programme. Organised by the Progressive Democratic Party (PDP) Nangka branch Youth and Women wings, the initiative received an encouraging response from the public. PDP Nangka Youth chief Councillor Aaron Teo expressed satisfaction with the turnout, noting that the programme only accepted red and green empty LPG cylinders for exchange. 'A total of 501 cylinders are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while stocks last. We rolled out this initiative to coincide with Labour Day,' he said. As of the time of the interview, more than 100 people had already exchanged their cylinders. Each household was limited to two units, with each refilled cylinder sold at a subsidised price of RM22 for self-collection. 'It is open to the public, regardless of their constituency. Our main goal is to assist the people,' Teo added. The event ran from 9am until noon or until stocks were exhausted. Also present at the event were community leaders Penghulu Teo Nging Poh, Kapitan Goh Kee Seng, and Kapitan Tay Guan Boo. Aaron Teo liquefied petroleum gas Progressive Democratic Party
Borneo Post
27-04-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
SMC chief calls for unified action towards sustainable development in Sibu
Ting in a group photo with the participants during the event. – Photo by Peter Boon SIBU (April 27): Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) chairman Clarence Ting has called for concerted efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and make Sibu a better place. Speaking when officiating at the World Earth Day celebration at Permai Lake Garden here today, he emphasised the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors, along with the community, in moving towards that goal. 'During our Earth Day celebration, as organising chairman (Cr Toh Yong Kiang) has already highlighted various points, one crucial aspect remains: it is essential for all groups – including the government, companies (private sector), and residents of Sibu, to collaborate. This ensures that no one is excluded. 'And we bring everybody together to develop our society. Today, on Earth Day, we gather as a symbolic gesture to express our commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals. 'Our aim is to ensure that the Earth we inhabit now is left in a better state for future generations, including our children and grandchildren, through our everyday actions. I hope that everyone present here, along with the government and companies, will work together to make Sibu a better place. Now, isn't that a wonderful dream?,' enthused Ting. Additionally, he encouraged those present to spread awareness about proper waste disposal and reducing plastic usage. 'Do more recycling. Help this world. Because SMC is working with you. SMC wants to tell people that SDG is very important to us.' On another note, he delved into upgrading the facilities in the park, which included a new parking area and improved walkways. Ting also urged the public to act as the council's eyes and ears by reporting any acts of vandalism in the park so that appropriate measures could be taken. Meanwhile, Toh highlighted that the Earth Day is not just a date on the calendar. 'It is a reminder that we all share one home and it is our duty to protect it,' he stressed. Activities held during the event included cycling, brisk walking, tree planting, mini exhibitions and recycling initiatives. Also in attendance were SMC secretary Yong Ing Chu, councillors Christopher Kelebit Ansa, Jiram Mardan and Sami @ Sammy Ngelambai.
