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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Mada to seek RM550,000 allocation to replace collapsed bridge in Jerlun
ALOR STAR: The Muda Agricultural Development Authority (Mada) will apply for a RM550,000 allocation from the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry to rebuild a collapsed bridge connecting several villages in Ayer Hitam to Kuala Tunjang, Jerlun. Its chairman, Datuk Dr Ismail Salleh, said that as a temporary measure, Mada would carry out repair work on an access road along the left bank of the Parit Tunjang irrigation canal to ensure continued vehicle access for residents in the affected areas. "Mada will undertake tree-trimming and road repair works along the access road beside Parit Tunjang to facilitate vehicle movement along the canal," he told the "New Straits Times". "We estimate that constructing a new bridge will cost about RM550,000. Mada will seek funding from the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry." Dr Ismail said warning signs and road barriers were put up at the site last night to alert villagers to the collapsed structure and ensure public safety. Earlier today, it was reported that the lives of over 1,000 residents from five villages in Ayer Hitam were disrupted following the collapse of the over 60-year-old bridge, which served as a vital link between Ayer Hitam and Kuala Tunjang. The affected villages are Kampung Hutan Tualang, Kampung Padang Tui, Kampung Gandai, Kampung Tandop Kedabu, and Kampung Tempayan Pecah. According to villagers, cracks had appeared in the bridge as early as 2022. They believe the structure gave way when strong river currents swept large amounts of aquatic vegetation, known locally as "kemeling", underneath it, causing a blockage that increased pressure on the aging structure. Villagers said Mada had previously informed them of estimated repair costs of RM400,000 and had carried out minor patching work at the time.


Borneo Post
26-05-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Julaihi: Sarawak approves RM550 mln to continue implementing Alaf projects
Julaihi addresses members of the august House during the State Legislative Assembly sitting today. – Photo by Sarawak Public Communications Unit KUCHING (May 25): The Sarawak government has approved RM550 million under the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP) to continue implementing the Additional and Late Applicant Fund (Alaf) projects, which are expected to benefit around 30,600 new rural households, said Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi. The Utilities and Telecommunications Minister said the allocation reflects the state's continued commitment to rural electrification. 'The Alaf programme was introduced to provide electricity access to rural households that were previously missed during earlier rollout phases or had submitted late applications,' he said in his ministerial winding-up speech at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) Sitting here today. Julaihi noted that under the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP), RM315 million was allocated for Alaf phases 1 to 4, covering 21,073 households. 'A total of 19,382 households or 92 per cent have been completed, while the remainder are at various stages of implementation,' Julaihi added. He said as part of Sarawak's energy transition agenda, several new renewable energy proposals are undergoing feasibility studies at key dam sites. Julaihi noted that these studies focus on potential developments, such as large-scale solar farms and pumped hydro energy storage systems. 'Several private companies have submitted proposals for renewable energy generation, and feasibility studies are being conducted at locations such as the Bengoh, Batang Ai, Bakun, and Murum dams,' he said. Julaihi further stated that these initiatives form part of Sarawak's broader strategy to diversify its energy mix and position itself as a regional renewable energy hub under the 'Battery of Asean' vision.


Malaysiakini
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Gerakan No 2 appeals RM550k payment to Guan Eng for defamation
Gerakan deputy president Oh Tong Keong has filed an appeal against a High Court ruling that ordered him to pay RM550,000 in damages to DAP veteran Lim Guan Eng for defamation. Oh's lawyer, Chai Ko Thing, said the appeal was filed on May 21.


Malaysiakini
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Malaysiakini
Gerakan No 2 appeals RM550k payment to Guan Eng for defamation
Gerakan deputy president Oh Tong Keong has filed an appeal against a High Court ruling that ordered him to pay RM550,000 in damages to DAP veteran Lim Guan Eng for defamation. Oh's lawyer, Chai Ko Thing, said the appeal was filed on May 21.


Daily Express
16-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Express
Sabah committed to inclusive social development: CM
Published on: Friday, May 16, 2025 Published on: Fri, May 16, 2025 Text Size: Hajiji, Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri, and Rural Development Minister Datuk Jahid Jahim with others at the launching of the mobile PSSS. - Pic by CMD TUARAN: The State Government remains committed to ensuring that no Sabahan is left behind in national social development efforts. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor said the well-being of the people continues to be the core priority of his administration. Advertisement This year, RM162.42 million has been allocated to the Community Development and People's Wellbeing Ministry and its agencies to carry out a range of direct-impact social programmes. A total of RM76.29 million is channelled to assist target groups such as persons with disabilities (PWD), senior citizens, single mothers, children and orphans, while RM956,000 goes to wellness programmes on family, consumerism, women's development and healthy lifestyles. RM550,000 was also allocated to Pemadam Sabah to address drug abuse, especially among students, and Hajiji thanked the Federal Government and KPWKM for continued aid, including RM300,000 in flood relief and RM2.1 million for 384 temporary evacuation centres. He said the RM330 million in federal financial aid for Sabah this year includes RM315 million already distributed to over 45,000 recipients through the Social Welfare Department. Advertisement Launching the PSSS Mobile, Hajiji described it as a timely response to the growing post-pandemic mental health crisis, urging the public to benefit from the KPWKM 2025 outreach, which spans Tuaran, Papar, Penampang, Lahad Datu, Kunak and Tawau. * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * 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