I'll be real with you — for the longest time, people said Kuching has "nothing to do" But ever since the Borneo Cultures Museum opened, I realised — we actually have a world-class museum right here in Kuching. RM323 million building, largest museum in Malaysia, second largest in Southeast Asia — this is no joke. Let's get straight to it [image: 1780020366019-01-front-view-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons First Impression: Massive My friend stood at the entrance and literally froze: "Wait, the WHOLE building is the museum?" — Yes. Yes it is. The architecture draws inspiration from Sarawak's traditional craft motifs, perfectly complementing the nearby new DUN building. [image: 1780020366976-02-garden-view-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons What's Inside? 5 floors, 4 themed exhibition zones: Love Our Rivers — Sarawak's river ecosystems In Harmony with Nature — Stories of coastal, rainforest & highland communities Time Changes — Human settlement from Palaeolithic to present Objects of Desire — Curated artifacts from Sarawak Museum's collection Plus a dedicated Kids Gallery — perfect for families. [image: 1780020367935-03-museum-2024-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons Google Rating 4.7 Checked Google Maps reviews — real people, real opinions: "Absolutely must visit! I spent 3 hours inside and still wanted more." — Sarah L. "Even my 7-year-old found it fun. The interactive exhibits are really well done." — Ahmad R. "Entry is only RM10, the AC is great, and you can spend the whole day here. Best weekend spot." — Mei F. By April 2024, the museum had already crossed 1 million visitors. There's a reason for that. [image: 1780020368791-04-backyard-view-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons Practical Info ️ Address: Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, 93400 Kuching Hours: 9:00AM - 4:45PM (Mon-Fri) / 9:00AM - 4:45PM (Weekends & Public Holidays) Tickets: Adult RM10 | Student RM5 | Kids under 12 FREE Website: museum.sarawak.gov.my [image: 1780020369707-05-tugu-view-resized.jpg] Source: Wikimedia Commons — View from Tugu Pahlawan Verdict? One word — worth it. RM10 for a full day of AC-cooled cultural exploration? There aren't many places in Kuching that offer this value. I also caught a live Ngajat dance performance on a weekend — hits different when you see it in person vs watching on YouTube. Have you been yet? Drop your experience in the comments

Sarawak GOF seizes RM17.5 million in assets, busts massive diesel smuggling ring KUCHING (May 28) — The Sarawak Brigade of the General Operations Force (GOF) has cracked down on a large-scale diesel smuggling syndicate, seizing over 342,000 litres of subsidised diesel worth approximately RM1.8 million. [image: gof-diesel-bust.jpg] GOF commander SAC Lim Bak Phai The operation, code-named Op Tiris, ran from March 16 to Tuesday across 11 districts including Kuching, Samarahan, Sri Aman, Sibu, Kapit, Bintulu, Miri, Lawas, Bau, Serian and Lundu. Sarawak GOF Brigade commander SAC Lim Bak Phai said 820 inspections were conducted, resulting in 58 cases and 69 arrests. Breakdown of seizures: 342,000 litres of subsidised diesel — worth ~RM1.8 million Tanker lorries, heavy machinery and skid tanks valued at nearly RM17.5 million Over 5 tonnes of subsidised cooking oil (~RM40,000) More than 7 tonnes of coarse sugar (~RM31,000) One major find: a tugboat in Bintulu used to illegally store 20,000 litres of diesel without a valid permit. All cases have been handed over to the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Sarawak under the Control of Supplies Act 1961. Location: Multiple districts across Sarawak Details: 820 inspections, 69 arrests, RM20.3M total seizures Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/28/sarawak-gof-busts-diesel-ring-seizes-rm17-5-mln-in-assets-342000-litres-of-fuel/ What do you think?

Miri's iconic crocodile farm at Kuala Baram is getting a fresh identity — and a bigger family-friendly focus. Starting June 1, the Miri Crocodile Farm Wildlife Park cum Mini Zoo will officially be renamed Miri Animal Wonderland, with new interactive experiences and educational features. [image: download] The 22-acre park, located about 30 minutes from Miri city centre along the coastal highway, houses over 1,000 crocodiles including Saltwater Crocodiles and the rare Malayan Gharial. It's the first and largest crocodile farm in northern Sarawak. Beyond the crocs, the mini zoo features sun bears, southern cassowaries, Javan deer, reticulated pythons, pig-tailed macaques, monitor lizards, owls, eagles, civets, and binturong. Visitors can feed selected animals (goats, snakes, even crocodiles), enjoy pony rides, and watch daily crocodile and snake feeding sessions at 11am, 11.30am, 3pm and 3.30pm. Prices: RM30 Malaysian adults, RM15 children (under 11) | Foreign: RM45 adults, RM25 children Hours: 9am–5pm daily (ticket sales close 4pm) Guided info is available in English, BM, and Mandarin. Location: Kuala Baram, Miri (30-min drive from city) Source: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/28/miri-animal-wonderland-promises-close-encounters-with-exotic-wildlife/ What do you think — would you take the family for a visit?

Sibu is just RM3 million away from becoming Sarawak’s next city — its council reserves have more than doubled since 2019. Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) chairman Clarence Ting announced today that the town’s financial reserves have grown to RM47 million, up sharply from RM19 million when he took office in 2019. The threshold for city status is RM50 million. [image: 1779861795348-sibu-city-status.jpg] SMC chairman Clarence Ting speaking at a press conference after launching the WAK Sibu Festival 2026 calendar at Wisma Sanyan on May 26. The second requirement — a population of 300,000 — is also being gradually met as Sibu sees demographic shifts and steady growth. “When I became chairman in 2019, people often asked why Miri could be upgraded to a city but not Sibu. After reviewing the criteria, we were only short of two main requirements,” Ting said. Sibu, long seen as a predominantly Chinese-majority town, is now becoming increasingly diverse, with a growing Iban population and broader ethnic representation. Location: Sibu, Sarawak Reserves: RM47M (up from RM19M in 2019) Target: RM50M reserves + 300,000 population Source: DayakDaily What do you think — will Sibu finally get city status this year?

Most people I know in Kuching had the same reaction when I said I was finally going to Sarawak Cultural Village: "Oh, that place?" — half curious, half skeptical. A 17-acre living museum at the foot of Mount Santubong, about 35 km north of town, opened in 1990 as a wholly-owned project of the Sarawak Economic Development Corporation. And yes, it looks like a tourist attraction from the car park. [image: 1779847477822-scv1.jpg] Source: TripAdvisor - Aerial view of Sarawak Cultural Village But walking through the gates changes the picture. Seven full-size traditional dwellings sit around a small lake — Bidayuh longhouse with its round headhouse, an Iban longhouse raised on tall stilts, the Penan forest hut, an Orang Ulu longhouse with its ornate painted facade, the towering Melanau tall-house, a Malay town house, and a Chinese farmhouse. Each one has a community member inside, wearing traditional dress, doing something real: weaving pua kumbu cloth, scraping sago, playing the sape, demonstrating blowpipe darts. They are not actors reading a script. They live in these communities and rotate through shifts. [image: 1779847478114-scv2.jpg] Source: Travel+Leisure Asia The twice-daily cultural show at 11:30 am and 4 pm is the main draw. It runs about 45 minutes and rotates through Iban ngajat dance, Orang Ulu sape music, Malay and Chinese performances, with moments of genuine humour and crowd participation. One performer balances a 20-kg block with his teeth; another pulls audience members up to learn a dance. The sape — often called the Borneo guitar — carries the music in a way that feels older than the village itself. What surprised me most was the Rainforest World Music Festival connection. The village grounds host this international event every June — 2026 dates were 26–28 June — and during the festival the longhouses become workshop spaces. If you come during RWMF the experience is completely different: you are inside a global music event while standing in a replica Iban longhouse. [image: 1779847478319-scv3.jpg] Source: TripAdvisor - Inside the village grounds The honest trade-off: this is a curated representation, not a real longhouse upriver where families actually sleep. If you have three spare days and can arrange a trip to a genuine Bidayuh or Iban community, skip the village. But most visitors do not have that time. For a half-day primer on Sarawak's ethnic diversity — with the convenience of paved paths, shade, air-conditioned spots and a lake view — the village does its job well. RM135 for non-Malaysian adults and RM95 for Malaysians is not cheap by Kuching standards. A full breakfast at a kopitiam costs under RM10 and Bako National Park entry is RM20. You are paying resort-attraction prices. Booking online through scvticket.com.my saves RM10. The admission-plus-lunch package (RM168 international, RM138 Malaysian) adds a buffet that is decent but not the reason to come. Getting there: about 45 minutes by car or Grab from central Kuching. No public bus goes door to door. Parking is free and ample. The Santubong Damai shuttle may work if you are staying in the resort area. Plan 2.5 to 3 hours to walk the loop and catch one show. Midday heat is real — bring water and sunscreen. The village closes at 5 pm and the last entry is before 4 pm so you can catch the afternoon show. [image: 1779847478600-scv4.jpg] Source: Travel+Leisure Asia - Chinese farmhouse replica If you would rather have an uncut, uncurated cultural experience, aim for a real longhouse visit or the Sarawak Cultural Village during RWMF. If you have a free morning and want context before you explore the rest of Sarawak, this is the stop. What would you choose — the curated version or the real thing? Drop a comment.

在古晋住了那么久，每次有人提起砂拉越文化村（Sarawak Cultural Village），大家的反应都是同一个表情："哦，那个地方啊？" 一半好奇，一半怀疑。 这地方就在山都望山脚下，距离古晋市区大概 35 公里，开车约 45 分钟。1990 年由砂拉越经济发展局（SEDC）全资打造，占地 17 英亩，号称活的博物馆。老实说，从停车场望过去，确实就是一个旅游景点的样子。 [image: 1779847477822-scv1.jpg] 来源：TripAdvisor - Sarawak Cultural Village 全景 但走进去之后，感觉完全不一样。七间传统民居围着小湖排开：比达友的长屋带着圆形头房、伊班的高脚长屋、本南族的森林小屋、乌鲁人的彩绘长屋、马兰诺的高脚屋、马来 Kampung 屋，还有一间华人农舍。每间屋里都有一位来自该族群的讲解员，穿着传统服饰，正在做真正的手艺活——不是摆拍，是真的在织布、削西米、弹 sape、示范吹管。 [image: 1779847478114-scv2.jpg] 来源：Travel+Lease Asia 一天两场的文化表演（上午 11 点半和下午 4 点）是重头戏，全长大约 45 分钟。伊班族的 ngajat 战舞、乌鲁人的 sape 弹奏、马来舞和华人舞轮番上场，中间还穿插互动环节。有一位表演者用牙齿咬着 20 公斤的木块，另一个环节会拉观众上台学跳民族舞。Sape 的声音特别动人，被称作婆罗洲吉他一点不为过。 [image: 1779847478319-scv3.jpg] 来源：TripAdvisor - 园区内部 还有一个很多人不知道的事：这里也是热带雨林世界音乐节（RWMF）的主场地。每年六月，文化村变成国际音乐节的舞台，长屋变身工作坊。2026 年的 RWMF 在 6 月 26 至 28 日举行，如果你那段时间来，体验完全不同——在仿真的伊班长屋里听世界音乐，这个组合很特别。 门票方面，外国成人 RM135、马来西亚成人 RM95，以古晋的标准来说不算便宜。网上提前买可以省 RM10。如果要加自助午餐，国际旅客 RM168、本地 RM138。午餐水准还可以，但不用为了吃而来。 这个文化村的本质是一个精心策划的文化展示，不是真正的上游长屋。如果你有三天时间，能安排去真正的比达友或伊班社区，那才是原汁原味的体验。但大多数游客没有这个余裕。对于想用半天了解砂拉越多元族群的人来说，这里有树荫、有步道、有冷气角落，还有湖景——很够了。 交通方面，从古晋市区开车或叫 Grab 大约 45 分钟，没有直达公交。停车场很大、免费。建议预留 2.5 到 3 小时，走一圈再赶上一场表演。中午很晒，记得带水和防晒。园区下午 5 点关闭，最晚入场时间约 4 点。 [image: 1779847478600-scv4.jpg] 来源：Travel+Lease Asia - 华人农舍 你会选文化村的精装版体验，还是花时间找真正的长屋？留言分享一下你的看法。

The White Cat statue in Padungan is now wearing a printed songket-inspired red and green vest — a vibrant symbol of Gawai Dayak and Sarawak's cultural harmony. [image: N7CZ25RmCjRDHts] The special attire was unveiled during a lighting ceremony at the iconic statue on May 26, officiated by Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian. He said the annual lighting tradition reflects Sarawak's inclusive spirit and the harmony among its people. "I would also like to take this opportunity to wish everyone Selamat Hari Gawai, Gayu Guru Gerai Nyamai," Dr Sim said. As people are travelling back for Gawai, Dr Sim reminded motorists to drive carefully. "Road conditions are improving, but please drive safely. If you drink, don't drive. If you drive, don't drink." Kuching South City Council (MBKS) mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng explained that a printed songket-inspired material was chosen instead of Pua Kumbu textile out of respect for Dayak cultural sensitivities. "When dressing the statue, it is important for us to consult and respect the cultures of others," he said. The mayor also drew a parallel between the open-door tradition of longhouse culture and Sarawak's unity: "If you have been to a longhouse, all the pintu are 'buka' (open). This openness is the heartbeat of our Sarawak unity." Location: Padungan, Kuching Details: White Cat statue in songket-inspired Gawai Dayak vest; lighting ceremony officiated by Deputy Premier Dr Sim Kui Hian and MBKS mayor Dato Wee Hong Seng Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

"How can a ticket to go back to my hometown for Gawai cost up to RM1,000? Isn't Borneo also part of Malaysia?" Sarawakian singer and influencer Miss Alvy took to Threads today to call out what she describes as "unreasonable" flight prices ahead of the Gawai Dayak celebration. She highlighted that a return ticket from Peninsular Malaysia to Borneo can cost up to RM1,000 — enough, she said, to travel overseas. Many netizens from Sabah and Sarawak chimed in, sharing their own horror stories of festive season airfares, with some saying return tickets can hit RM1,900. According to Miss Alvy, many East Malaysians have been forced to delay returning home for years because of the high ticket prices. Some families can only reunite during major holidays, while others simply cannot afford it at all. The post has reignited the long-standing debate about the high cost of air connectivity between Borneo and Peninsular Malaysia, especially during festive seasons like Gawai and Hari Raya. Location: Kuching / Sarawak When: May 26, 2026 [image: 1779775360441-miss-alvy-airfare.jpg] Miss Alvy. Photo credit: Facebook / DayakDaily Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

Semenggoh works best when the day has one clear purpose: leave Kuching early, arrive before a feeding session, and allow the forest to decide how much of the story you get. It is a rehabilitation centre, not a zoo with animals waiting beside a glass panel. The orangutans may come close, stay in the trees or remain out of sight, and that uncertainty is part of why the visit matters. [image: 1779765072509-orangutan_at_semenggoh_nature_reserve-resized.jpg] 来源：KelvinToh / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 For a first Kuching wildlife outing, I would choose the morning session when possible and arrive with enough time for registration, the walk and ranger instructions. Commonly published feeding windows are around 9:00–10:00am and 3:00–4:00pm, but the timetable and viewing arrangements can change. Rain, natural food in the forest, animal welfare decisions and maintenance can all mean fewer sightings. Anyone who needs a guaranteed close-up, loud entertainment or a quick indoor attraction may leave disappointed; patient families, photographers and travellers who care about conservation are the better match. [image: 1779765065001-orangutan-semenggoh.jpg] 来源：DIONYSIUS IVANDER / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 The centre is on Jalan Puncak Borneo, roughly 30 minutes from central Kuching by car in normal traffic. Parking is the simple option; e-hailing is possible for the outbound ride, but I would not depend on finding a return car immediately in a forest setting. Give the visit about two to three hours, then pair it with a nearby lunch or a slow drive towards Padawan rather than trying to stack several distant attractions around a fixed feeding time. [image: 1779765138009-a_swinging_orangutan_-26039522614.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 Entry prices, visitor rules and session details are subject to the current Sarawak Forestry Corporation notice; older guides quote Malaysian adult/child tickets around RM10/RM5 and foreign adult/child tickets around RM20/RM10. Check the latest notice before setting out, and treat “open daily” listings as a starting point rather than proof that every viewing area or session is operating that day. Do not bring food to feed the animals, keep your distance, avoid flash, wear shoes with grip and bring mosquito repellent. If the centre posts a closure, repair or changed-session notice, let that update change the itinerary. [image: 1779765138298-orangutan_on_double_ropes_-26515290302.jpg] 来源：Thomas Quine / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 I would choose Semenggoh over a rushed checklist when the goal is to understand why a semi-wild sanctuary feels different from a zoo. It is a strong half-day plan from Kuching, but not a promise of a perfect animal photograph. Arrive quietly, listen to the rangers, and leave the forest a little more important than the picture you hoped to take.

️ Permai Rainforest Resort — Kuching’s Beach-and-Rainforest Reset When a Kuching weekend starts to feel too full, Permai makes sense as a deliberate change of pace: leave the city, follow the road towards Santubong, and trade traffic for rainforest at the shoreline. The resort is about 35 km from central Kuching, beside Sarawak Cultural Village and Damai Central, so I would plan it as a half-day escape or an overnight stay rather than a quick city attraction. [image: 1779691320675-permai_treehouse.jpg] Treehouse exterior, nestled by the coastline (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) The appeal is the setting, not polished luxury. Treehouses, cabins, villas and camping give different versions of the same idea: sleep close to the forest, keep the sea nearby, and accept that rustic surroundings come with more wildlife, uneven ground and fewer conveniences than a city hotel. Couples and families who want outdoor time will have more to do here than visitors looking for a resort pool, nightlife or a tightly scheduled sightseeing programme. [image: 1779691321460-permai_cabin.jpg] Beachside cabin, great for couples or small families (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) [image: 1779691322543-permai_double_cabin.jpg] Double-storey Villa, good for bigger groups (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) I would choose the room around the itinerary. A villa is the easier fit for a family or group; a treehouse is the memorable choice if the point is to wake up surrounded by greenery; camping only works if everyone is comfortable bringing the basics and using shared facilities. Room rates and activity charges change by date and package, so treat old price figures online as a rough guide and confirm the current booking total directly before paying. The day can stay simple. The resort lists self-guided nature walks, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, beach activities and boat outings, with options that include mangrove trips, crocodile watching and dolphin watching. Some are weather- and tide-dependent, and not every activity runs every day. I would reserve the water activity that matters most, then leave room for the beach or a short forest walk instead of assuming the full list is available on arrival. [image: 1779691321029-permai_pool.jpg] Jungle pool and rainforest surroundings (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) The jungle pool and trails suit travellers who enjoy a little effort and a cooler swim; they may disappoint anyone expecting a manicured attraction with flat paths throughout. Mount Santubong is a separate serious undertaking, not a casual add-on to a resort stay. If that climb is your goal, check trail conditions and start early rather than treating it as another item between breakfast and kayaking. [image: 1779691321904-permai_fb_photo.jpg] Kayaking at Permai (Source: FB user 可爱胖的玛丽, Borneo Travellers Group) Driving is the sensible option because the resort sits outside the city and the nearby attractions are spread out. A car also makes it easier to combine Permai with Sarawak Cultural Village or Damai Central. E-hailing may get you there, but the return trip and late-night flexibility need planning; parking is available for guests, while day visitors should confirm where to leave a vehicle and whether an activity booking is required for access. For timing, I would give a day visitor at least four to six hours, and an overnight guest one or two nights. The official resort site is currently presenting accommodation and activities, but it does not replace a same-day confirmation of check-in, restaurant service, activity departures, beach access or temporary closures. Heavy rain, rough sea conditions, maintenance or private events can change the plan quickly. [image: 1779691322225-permai_campsite.jpg] Campsite area — bring your own tent (Source: Permai Rainforest Resort) Permai is worth the drive when you want the landscape to be the main event and are happy to slow down. It is a weaker choice for a short, comfort-first Kuching itinerary, especially if you need guaranteed activities or hotel-style convenience. I would arrive before sunset, settle into the forest rhythm, and keep the next morning unhurried.

Kuching City FC may have fallen 2-0 to Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) in the Malaysia Cup final last Saturday night — but their run to Bukit Jalil is being celebrated as the club's greatest achievement to date. Under head coach Aidil Sharin Sahak, the Cats stunned Malaysian football by reaching the final for the first time ever. Their campaign was built on grit: Round of 16: Beat Penang FC 2-1 on aggregate after losing the first leg away Quarter-finals: Dominated DPMM FC 6-2 on aggregate Semi-finals: Edged Selangor FC 2-1, winning the home leg 1-0 They played 7 matches, won 4, drew 1, lost 2 — scoring 10 goals and conceding just 6. They won all three home matches at the State Stadium. Beyond the Malaysia Cup, their Super League performance also secured qualification for next season's AFC Champions League Two as Malaysia's No.2 — another historic first for the club. More than 50,000 supporters packed the National Stadium, including Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg and several state and federal ministers. JDT's goals came from Marcos Guilherme (80') and Arif Aiman Hanapi (90'). Kuching City had a golden chance from the penalty spot in the 60th minute but couldn't convert.   " alt="" /> Location: Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur " alt="" /> Details: Kuching City FC first-ever Malaysia Cup final appearance + AFC Champions League Two qualification " alt="" /> Sources: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/25/cats-lose-final-but-celebrate-historic-season/" rel="nofollow ugc">https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/25/cats-lose-final-but-celebrate-historic-season/ https://dayakdaily.com/shoot-for-the-moon-land-among-stars-kuching-city-fc-fall-to-jdt-in-msia-cup-final-but-achieve-historic-milestones/" rel="nofollow ugc">https://dayakdaily.com/shoot-for-the-moon-land-among-stars-kuching-city-fc-fall-to-jdt-in-msia-cup-final-but-achieve-historic-milestones/ What do you think? Did Kuching City exceed expectations this season? " alt="" />

Four students from St Joseph’s International School (SJIS) in Kuching have earned Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards — including three “Top in the World” titles — in the November 2025 examination series. This is reportedly the first time SJIS has achieved three worldwide top honours in a single exam sitting. The winners Eunice Ooi Jia Yi — Top in the World, Business Studies (A-Level) Carmen Lee Zi Shuen — Top in the World, English as a Second Language (IGCSE) Giselle Chen Yan Xin — Top in the World, English as a Second Language (IGCSE) Jameela Khayrin Mohamad Bolhair — Top in Malaysia, Business Studies (AS-Level) “This is truly exceptional for the school to achieve three ‘Top in the World’ awards in a single examination series,” said SJIS Principal Brother Robert Teoh. St Joseph’s Private Schools CEO Christopher Chua added that being recognised at the international level places these students among the very best globally. [image: 1779691939811-nc_kcfc-final-1.jpg] Location: St Joseph’s International School, Kuching Details: 3 x Top in the World + 1 x Top in Malaysia (November 2025 Cambridge exams) Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

砂拉越副部长拿督阿都拉曼尤纳迪呼吁重启古晋每周农民市集，让居民能以合理价格购买新鲜农产品。 这名 Pantai Damai 区州议员是在周日（5月24日）于 Esplanade Gersik 举行的 Jualan Agro Sarawakku Sayang（JASS）活动上提出这项建议。 他指出，Esplanade Gersik 在七八年前曾是联邦农产品销售局（FAMA）举办每周农民市集的地点。他希望 FAMA 联同食品工业、商品及区域发展部，以及古晋北市市政厅（DBKU），能够重新恢复这项计划。 “重启这类计划，能帮助居民以合理价格购买新鲜食材。” 详情： 将与 FAMA 商讨恢复每月或每季度定期举办该计划的可能性 同时也建议 JASS 计划在古晋定期推广 阿都拉曼呼吁居民参与 DBKU 的城市农耕计划，在家种植蔬菜 自种蔬菜不仅能降低家庭开销，还能促进粮食自足与安全 地点： Esplanade Gersik，古晋 新闻来源： DayakDaily 你会去逛每周农民市集吗？

Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi is calling for the revival of weekly farmers markets in Kuching to give residents better access to fresh, affordable produce. The Pantai Damai assemblyman made the proposal at the Jualan Agro Sarawakku Sayang (JASS) programme held at Esplanade Gersik on Sunday (May 24). According to him, Esplanade Gersik was once home to a weekly farmers market organised by the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA) around seven to eight years ago. He hopes FAMA, together with the Ministry of Food Industry, Commodity, and Regional Development, along with DBKU (Kuching North City Commission), can bring it back. "Reviving such programmes would help residents obtain fresh food products at reasonable prices," he said. Details: Discussions will be held with FAMA to explore regular monthly or quarterly programmes Also proposing the JASS programme be reintroduced on a regular basis in Kuching Dr Abdul Rahman urged residents to take up urban farming initiatives organised by DBKU to reduce household food expenses Growing vegetables at home can promote self-sufficiency and contribute to food security Location: Esplanade Gersik, Kuching Source: https://dayakdaily.com/pantai-damai-rep-pushes-revival-of-weekly-farmers-market-in-kuching-for-affordable-fresh-food/ What do you think — would you visit a weekly farmers market in Kuching?

Bau Gawai Parade nearly triples in size — 2,000 participants, 91 contingents march through town in vibrant cultural showcase The biennial Bau Gawai Parade drew close to 2,000 participants from 91 contingents on May 23, nearly three times its 2024 turnout of 800. Chinese and Malay groups marched alongside the Bidayuh community along a 2.8km route under sunny weather. Location: Bau, Kuching Division, Sarawak Key highlights: 2,000 participants — up from 800 in 2024 91 contingents including Chinese, Malay & Bidayuh groups 2.8km procession from Bidayuh Cultural Centre completed in under 2 hours New RM9 million Bidayuh Cultural Centre now completed — official opening June 22 by Sarawak Premier Centre features 1,000-capacity hall, galleries, meeting rooms, and traditional Baruk Deputy Minister of Transport (Riverine and Marine) and Tasik Biru assemblyman Datuk Henry Harry Jinep said the parade marked the completion of the Bidayuh Cultural Centre, which he described as a "living space for cultural activities." The Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) has expressed satisfaction with the centre's quality. Source: https://dayakdaily.com/bau-gawai-parade-nearly-triples-in-size-2000-participants-91-contingents-march-2-8km-under-sunny-weather-in-traditional-attire/ Are you heading to Bau for Gawai celebrations this year? Share your plans below!

Young working adults in Sarawak are scaling back Gawai celebrations this year, choosing meaningful family time over lavish gatherings as living costs continue to rise. With Gawai Dayak just around the corner, many young Sarawakians are rethinking how they celebrate. Interviews with working adults in their 20s reveal a common theme — budgets are tighter, priorities have shifted, but the spirit of togetherness remains strong. Location: Kuching, Sarawak Details: Junior civil engineer Valentine Mapan Jalan, 25, said his family’s celebration will be quieter this year as they prioritise elderly relatives’ well-being. “We don’t need extravagance to show our hospitality,” he said. Executive Irvina Joan, 24, noted rising fuel and daily expenses have limited her travel plans to visit relatives in other areas. She credited government aid like STR, SARA, and SKAS for helping ease some financial pressure. Administrative assistant Lydia Hyginus, 25, said she cut her Gawai budget this year, skipping new family outfits. “Every moment during Gawai feels precious because it is one of the few times when my whole family can gather,” she said. Despite the tighter budgets, all three emphasised that the essence of Gawai — family reunions, shared meals, and cultural traditions — remains unchanged. Source: The Borneo Post Is your family planning a simpler Gawai this year? Share your thoughts below

Sarawak's longest river bridge is now open to the public! The Batang Lupar Bridge (Jambatan Batang Lupar) officially opened on 21 May 2026, replacing the long-serving ferry service connecting Sebuyau and Sri Aman across the Batang Lupar river. Location: Sebuyau, Sarawak (Kuching Division) Length: 4.8km — Sarawak's longest river crossing Travel time saved: Ferry took ~30 minutes, bridge takes just 5 minutes. This bridge is part of Sarawak's massive infrastructure transformation under the 12th Malaysia Plan. Out of 21 major bridges planned, 10 have already opened, with 8 more expected in the coming months. The opening comes just in time for Hari Raya Haji and Gawai Dayak festivities — making balik kampung much easier for thousands of Sarawakians. Sources: https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/22/batang-lupar-bridge-officially-opens/ https://dayakdaily.com/batang-lupar-bridge-sarawak-longest-river-crossing/ What do you think — will this bridge boost economic activity in the area? Share your thoughts below!