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Rakyat Post
5 days ago
- Rakyat Post
Manjung Authorities Seize Items From Rental Touts At Teluk Senangin
Subscribe to our FREE Manjung Municipal Council (MPM) has The operation was carried out together with the Manjung district police headquarters under Section 46(1)(d) of the Street, Drainage, and Building Act 1974 (Act 133), which prohibits obstruction in public spaces. They confiscated 220 chairs, 19 wooden tables, a metal table, an umbrella, 25 floats, and three tents. The issue was highlighted after a beach-goer called out rental touts for taking over most of the beach. READ MORE: MPM reiterates that Teluk Senangin is a public beach that's open to all without any charges. MPM said the act of charging entry fees for recreational activities such as picnics or relaxing by the beach is against the law. According to the council, around 10 permits were issued to rental agents for inflatable chairs, but only three remain active. MPM added that one of the most important conditions to follow is not placing rental equipment before they're rented and no charging for other items or using public spaces for unapproved activities. The council advised the public to lodge a report if they encounter any suspicious activities or individuals attempting to collect payment at beaches. The public can call 05-6898833, WhatsApp 019-3035800, or email Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
The Star
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Star
Manjung Municipal Council denies beach fee claims at Pantai Teluk Senangin
Photo taken from Facebook IPOH: The Manjung Municipal Council refutes claims that it is collecting fees from visitors at Pantai Teluk Senangin as it goes against the council's policy on the management of public beaches. The statement was made in response to allegations that individuals have been charging the public to access the beach. 'The council takes this matter seriously as it concerns the public's right to access recreational areas freely, without additional charges, " it added. According to the council, it had issued a statement on Aug 15 2024, through its official social media channels, stating that no fees were charged for picnic-related activities at Pantai Teluk Senangin. The same notice was also displayed on-site. "Despite this, irresponsible individuals have continued to take advantage of visitors, tarnishing the image of Manjung's local tourism sector. These actions are unlawful," it said. In collaboration with the Manjung District Police Headquarters, the council said it recently conducted an enforcement operation at Pantai Teluk Senangin following complaints of unauthorised float rentals. To date, 10 permits have been issued to operators who comply with set conditions, but only three remain active. The operation was conducted under Section 46(1)(d) of the Street, Drainage, and Building Act 1974 (Act 133), which prohibits obstruction in public spaces. "Licensed operators must adhere to strict conditions, including not placing equipment in advance of rentals and not charging for other items or using public spaces for unapproved activities. "The council is calling on the public to lodge a report if they encounter any suspicious activity or individuals attempting to collect payments at Pantai Teluk Senangin or any other beaches within the council's jurisdiction," it said.
New Straits Times
06-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Penang cracks down on rising pigeon numbers
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has intensified its efforts to control the growing pigeon population across the island, recording the capture of 818 pigeons throughout April in designated hotspot areas. Despite ongoing public awareness and educational campaigns, some continue to flout the rules by intentionally feeding pigeons in public areas. In response, MBPP has taken firm enforcement action, issuing five compounds to offenders found disposing of food waste to feed the birds. "Action was taken against the individuals under Section 47(1) of the Road, Drainage, and Building Act 1974, as well as the Penang Municipal Council (MPPP) Public Health Safety By-Law 1980. "Each offence carries a compound of RM250, with further legal action possible for those who refuse to comply or fail to pay the fines," it said in a Facebook posting. The city council said that in tandem with pigeon control efforts, MBPP's Environmental Health Department had also successfully destroyed 36 crow nests during April. "The removal forms part of the city council's broader environmental management initiative," it added. MBPP said daily monitoring and enforcement operations would continue at key locations, as part of a sustained and systematic strategy to manage urban bird populations and maintain public hygiene and safety.
