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Borneo Post
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Kuching Festival returns with youth-centric highlights this Aug
Wee (eighth right), Zaiedi (seventh right), Ruslan (fifth left), Tow (fourth left) and councillors in a group photo after the press conference. KUCHING (May 29): Three new programmes will debut at this year's Kuching Festival to cater to evolving community interests, especially among the younger generation, said Datuk Wee Hong Seng. The Kuching South mayor said they are the MBKS Mayor's Pickleball Championship, Cosplay Competition, and K-Pop Dance Cover Competition. He said the inaugural pickleball championship will be held from Aug 2 to 3 at Picklepro Kuching, Tabuan Laru Family Club. 'This fast-growing sport will feature several categories: Women's Doubles Open, Men's Doubles Open, Mixed Doubles Open, and Veteran Men's Doubles Open,' he told a press conference at the Kuching South City Council (MBKS) building yesterday. Attractive prizes, including cash, sports equipment, medals, trophies, and certificates await the winners. Wee said to raise awareness of the sport, MBKS will also run a Community Pickleball Month throughout July. 'Activities will be held every Saturday morning from 9am to 11am at PicklePro Kuching, promoting better health and community bonding among Kuching South residents. 'There will be free coaching across four courts for anyone who wishes to learn how to play. Further details on the competition and coaching programme will be announced on our Facebook page,' he added. Meanwhile, the Kuching Festival Cosplay Competition will take place on Aug 2 at the MBKS Theatre in Kuching Park. 'This will be a spectacular gathering of creativity, colour and costume, as participants transform into their favourite characters,' said Wee. On Aug 3, the Kuching Festival K-Pop Dance Cover Competition will light up the same venue, bringing together high-energy dance crews from across the region. The competition is open to participants from outside Sarawak. Wee emphasised that the Kuching Festival remains a cherished annual tradition that brings the community together. 'It is more than just a series of events – it reflects who we are as a city: diverse in culture, rich in creativity, and united in our purpose to grow, connect, and thrive together.' The festival will run from July 25 to Aug 17, and the ever-popular Kuching Festival Fair will take place nightly from 6pm to 11pm at Dewan Masyarakat MBKS. This fair features three main attractions: the food fair with hundreds of stalls offering local and international delicacies; trade fair showcasing products and services from local entrepreneurs; and nightly entertainment featuring cultural shows, music, dance, and family-friendly performances. Wee also announced the return of Kuching's Got Talent, which promises bigger prizes and more incredible local talent. 'This year also marks the 10th anniversary of our Kuching Zumba Fiesta, first introduced in 2015,' he added. To mark the occasion, a record-breaking event is planned on Aug 2 from 7pm to 11pm at the Sarawak Hockey Stadium, with a target of 10,000 participants to break the Malaysia Book of Records for the largest Zumba participation. Other festival highlights include the Garden Show, Mayor's Walk, Folk Dance Night, martial arts display, traditional music night, International Friendship Cities Night, fishing competition, Kuching Half Marathon, and Yuanji dance performance. Also present at the press conference were Kuching South deputy mayor Dato Zaiedi Suhaili, MBKS councillors, and Kuching Pickleball Association president Ruslan Bujang and his deputy Alexander Tow Ah Lek.
Borneo Post
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
MBKS aims to maintain one million visitor record for Kuching Festival this year
Wee (fourth right), Zaiedi (third right), Ling (fourth left), Lee (third left) and others give a thumbs-up during a photo call today. KUCHING (April 30): The Kuching South City Council (MBKS) hopes to maintain the record of one million visitors at this year's Kuching Festival. Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng noted that the festival continues to attract visitors from all walks of life, both local and international. 'Known for its wide variety of activities and attractions, the festival has grown into one of the most eagerly awaited events in our calendar. 'It is not just a celebration — it is a showcase of what makes Kuching truly special: our creative gastronomy, rich culture, sporting energy, youthful vibrancy, and meaningful 'white hair' activities that honour and engage our senior citizens,' he said at the press conference at MBKS Building today. Wee, who is also the event's organising chairman, shared that the committee has lined up an exciting series of events and programmes that promise to be bigger, more colourful, and more inclusive than ever before. Signature events at Kuching Festival include a garden show, Kuching Got Talent, Mayor's Walk, Kuching Zumba Fiesta, folk dance, martial arts display, traditional oriental music, International Friendship Cities Night, fishing competition and Kuching Half Marathon. 'This wide range of programmes reflects our vision to make Kuching Festival not just an event, but an inclusive, creative, and people-centred celebration that brings together food, culture, sports, and community wellness — with something for everyone,' Wee said. The highlight of the festival is the Kuching Festival Fair, which will run from July 25 to Aug 17 at MBKS Community Hall. 'Under this fair, we will have three main attractions: the food fair, trade fair, and nightly entertainment,' Wee added. For those interested in participating in the food Fair, applications are now open. The stall prices are as follows: half stall at RM650, single stall at RM1,300, international/premium stall at RM3,600 and double stall at RM5,400 (by tender, minimum reserve price). Application forms for half stalls, single stalls, and international/premium stalls can be obtained at Counter 8 and 9, One Stop Counter, MBKS Lobby, starting today, from 8am to 4pm daily. All applications and payments for processing and deposit musts be submitted before 4pm on May 8. As for the double stalls, tender documents can also be purchased at Counter 8 and 9. Completed tender documents must be submitted to MBKS by 12pm on May 14. Also present were MBKS Deputy Mayor Dato Zaiedi Suhaili and city secretary Ita Ling and Kuching Food Fair organising chairman Isaac Lee. Kuching Festival 2025 lead wee hong seng
Borneo Post
28-04-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Mayor calls for unity among MBKS members to better serve city
Wee and Zaiedi on his right set out to crack open some 'lemang' (glutinous rice in bamboo) to be served at the MBKS Aidilfitri gathering. – Photo by Galileo Petingi KUCHING (April 28): All members of the Kuching South City Council (MBKS), including its heads of departments (HODs) and councillors, have been called to continue working together as a unified team to serve the city more effectively. In pointing this out, Kuching South Mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng highlighted the importance for the council to have strong teamwork and mutual support among those within its community. 'As we move forward, I encourage everyone—the councillors, the HODs, and all staff—to continue working together as one strong, united team. 'Let us support each other, communicate openly and collaborate effectively for the betterment of our city and the people we serve,' he said at MBKS Aidilfitri open house today. At the event, Wee also welcomed MBKS' newly-elected secretary Ita Ling, and expressed his gratitude to former acting secretary Wong Ming Kong for his hard work and contributions. The Aidilfitri gathering featured various stalls offering traditional festive delicacies, and also fun contests such as 'Best Decorative Stall' and 'Best Dressed Awards'. Deputy mayor Dato Dr Zaiedi Suhaili was also present. councillors Kuching South City Council lead unity wee hong seng
Borneo Post
23-04-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
MBKS boosts emergency readiness with automated external defibrillators installations
Wee examines the AED while (from second right) Zaiedi, Hoan, Ling (second right, rear) and others look on. – Photo by Chimon Upon KUCHING (April 23): Kuching South City Council (MBKS) has taken a significant step towards enhancing cardiovascular emergency preparedness by installing automated external defibrillators (AEDs) at key locations throughout the municipality. Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng said the AEDs strengthen the city's resilience by ensuring timely assistance during sudden cardiac emergencies. 'MBKS is the first council to install these AEDs and we are looking at installing more at Kenyalang Traffic Garden and Hui Sing Garden, and eventually requiring shopping complexes and areas under our jurisdiction to do the same,' he told reporters after launching the AED at Stutong Community Market here today. Four other AEDs have or will be strategically placed at Taman Sahabat, Kenyalang Park Market, MBKS Building, and MBKS Indoor Stadium in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Kuching Central and Rotary Club of Singapore East. Wee stressed that educating and training the public on the proper use of the life-saving devices are key. 'We need to raise awareness among the people and we will continue to educate them,' he said. In his speech, Wee thanked the clubs for their generous sponsorship under the 'Heart Safe City' initiative. 'Your commitment to community well-being and public health through this corporate social responsibility project is truly commendable. 'Your actions exemplify the spirit of service above self and today's event is a shining testament to the good that happens when communities come together for a noble cause,' he said. He pointed out that having AEDs readily accessible in high-traffic areas could make the difference between life and death during emergencies. Among those present were Kuching South Deputy Mayor Datuk Zaiedi Suhaili, MBKS secretary Ita Ling, and event organising chairperson Delia Hoan. Automated External Defibrillators Kuching South lead wee hong seng
