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Daily Express
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Daily Express
Volleyball teams undergo intensive training sessions
Published on: Tuesday, April 29, 2025 Published on: Tue, Apr 29, 2025 By: Jinius Pandakin Text Size: Pauline briefing the players during the training session. SIPITANG: The boys' and girls' Under-12 volleyball teams selected to represent Sipitang district are undergoing intensive morning and evening training sessions for one week, starting from April 22, at the Sipitang District Council (MDS) volleyball court. Sipitang District Education Office (PPD) Volleyball Technical and Sports Development Officer (PTPS) for Under-12, Pauline Anthony Sigar said the training covers technical skills, drills, tactics and friendly matches in preparation for the state-level volleyball championship which will be held at the Ranau Sports Complex Hall from May 4-8. She added that the boys' team is coached by Shahrudin and Hafiz, while the girls' team is coached by Mirza and Ammi, assisted by Pauline herself and Azwandy. Pauline also expressed her gratitude to individuals who generously donated mineral water during the training sessions. * 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
Borneo Post
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Joachim: Take swift action on public complaints
Joachim (third from left) presents a certificate to the winner of the Best Local Authority Booth Decoration Contest, won by the Sipitang District Council, in conjunction with KKTP's Hari Raya and Kaamatan celebration at the Wisma Innoprise lobby on Monday. KOTA KINABALU (Apr 28): Deputy Chief Minister II Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam has reminded all agencies under the Ministry of Local Government and Housing, including local authorities (PBTs), to expedite the resolution of public complaints, emphasizing their role as the government's frontline service delivery agents. Dr Joachim, who also serves as the Minister of Local Government and Housing, stressed that any issue that can be resolved directly should be addressed immediately without waiting for further instructions to ensure that the welfare of the people remains a top priority. 'I would like to remind everyone to deliver the best service possible to our stakeholders out there. Ensure that complaints and issues within our scope, role and responsibilities are resolved as effectively as possible,' he said in his speech at the ministry's Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Kaamatan Celebration held at the Wisma Innoprise lobby on Monday. Dr Joachim noted that the recent Sabah State Legislative Assembly sitting served as a platform for 'check and balance' regarding the implementation of the ministry's functions, its agencies and the local authorities. He said the sitting also provided an important avenue for gathering information on current issues on the ground, making it essential for every officer to perform their duties efficiently and with integrity. In addition, he expressed his appreciation to all the ministry's staff, agency officers and local authorities personnel for their commitment and dedication in delivering services to the people. 'Our work is evaluated by the people. Every action and decision must reflect a high level of integrity, sincerity and professionalism as civil servants,' he said. Dr Joachim also reminded everyone that the ministry's success does not rest on one individual but is the result of collective cooperation and teamwork. More than 500 staff from the ministry, its agencies, and local authorities attended the joint Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Kaamatan celebration, held in a spirit of unity and goodwill.
Borneo Post
25-04-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Sipitang poised for growth as strategic economic, tourism hub
Isnin (seated centre) with guests at the swearing-In and appointment ceremony for Sipitang District Council members for the 2025–2027 term at Hilton Hotel. SIPITANG (April 25): The strategic location of Sipitang — situated at the border of Sarawak, Brunei Darussalam, and Sabah — positions the district as having significant potential to be developed into an economic and tourism hub. Assistant Minister of Local Government and Housing, Datuk Isnin Aliasnih, highlighted that this geographical advantage places Sipitang on the right track to becoming one of the state's key economic growth drivers. 'Sipitang's strategic position as a cross-border gateway between Sarawak, Brunei Darussalam, and Sabah makes it one of the districts with great potential to be explored as a hub for economic and tourism development,' he said. He made the statement during the swearing-In and appointment ceremony for Sipitang District Council members for the 2025–2027 term, at the Hilton Hotel on Monday. During the event, 17 individuals were officially appointed as members of the Sipitang District Council. They will be responsible for planning and implementing development initiatives at the local level. Isnin urged the newly appointed council members to carry out their duties with full responsibility and dedication to ensure effective execution of development plans. He noted that Sipitang is rich in cultural and local heritage, such as the GATA Festival, and is blessed with natural beauty and fertile agricultural resources. 'The combination of heritage value, abundant natural resources, and strategic location makes Sipitang a district with immense potential for more aggressive development,' he said. According to Isnin, regional developments — particularly Indonesia's move to relocate its capital to Kalimantan — are expected to impact border areas such as Sipitang, Kalabakan and Nabawan directly. He stressed the importance of taking this shift seriously, as it is likely to spur rapid cross-border economic activity. To prepare, he emphasised the need to prioritise infrastructure, border security and logistics facilities. 'Our neighbour, Brunei Darussalam, has already built several Immigration, Customs and Quarantine (CIQ) complexes in anticipation of increased cross-border movement,' he said, adding that Sabah should adopt a similar approach to avoid being left behind. Isnin stated that cooperation from all sectors — including the government, relevant agencies, communities, and the private sector — is essential in realising Sipitang's development goals. 'With a spirit of unity, we can elevate Sipitang to a higher level as a strategic economic hub in Sabah,' he said. Also present at the ceremony were Sindumin assemblyman Datuk Dr Yusof Yacob; Sipitang Member of Parliament Datuk Matbali Musah; District Officer and Chairman of the Sipitang District Council, Abdul Karim A. M. Zahari; Sipitang District Police Chief Awang Anak Suanda; Chief Executive Officer of the Sipitang District Council Hamsad Abdul Wahid; and Assistant Administrative Officer (Operations) from the Ministry of Local Government and Housing, Mohd Syahril Bakar.
