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?

石隆门达雅节游行规模扩大近三倍！2000人、91支队伍参与，多元族群同庆 两年一度的石隆门达雅节游行（Bau Gawai Parade）于5月23日盛大举行，今年吸引了近2000人、91支队伍参与，人数较2024年的800人翻了近三倍。华裔、巫裔与比达友（Bidayuh）族群一同沿着2.8公里路线，在晴朗天气下展现多元文化风采。 地点： 石隆门（Bau），古晋省，砂拉越 活动亮点： 近2000人参与，比2024年（800人）增长近三倍 91支队伍涵盖华裔、巫裔与比达友社群 2.8公里游行从比达友文化中心出发，2小时内完成 耗资900万令吉的比达友文化中心（Bidayuh Cultural Centre）已完工 6月22日将由砂拉越总理主持开幕典礼 中心设有1000人礼堂、展览厅、会议室及传统 Baruk 砂拉越交通部副部长兼碧湖（Tasik Biru）州议员拿督 亨利哈里吉内（Henry Harry Jinep） 表示，今年游行特别有意义，因为比达友文化中心已全面完工。他强调，文化中心不应只是建筑，更应是文化活动的「活空间」。 达雅比达友全国协会（DBNA）对中心建设质量表示满意，未来将持续争取更多资金用于改善与文化活动。 新闻来源： https://dayakdaily.com/bau-gawai-parade-nearly-triples-in-size-2000-participants-91-contingents-march-2-8km-under-sunny-weather-in-traditional-attire/ 今年达雅节你会去石隆门一起庆祝吗？留言分享！

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!

Kuching (23rd) — A petrol bomb was thrown at a car in the early hours of today, but the homeowner managed to extinguish the fire before it caused major damage, with only 10% of the vehicle burned. The incident occurred around 5am at Lorong 7, Stapok Selatan. The Batu Lintang Fire and Rescue Department received an emergency call at 4:58am and rushed to the scene. By the time they arrived, the homeowner had already brought the fire under control, and firefighters proceeded to fully extinguish the remaining flames. CCTV footage from the homeowner's residence captured a suspect throwing a petrol bomb from outside the house into the car porch, setting the rear of the vehicle ablaze. The case has been handed over to the police for investigation. [image: 1779691940607-nc_bomb-car-1.jpeg] [image: 1779691941093-nc_bomb-car-2.jpeg] [image: 1779691941648-nc_bomb-car-3.jpeg] Source: See Hua Daily News

（古晋23日讯）不法分子清晨抛丢汽油弹烧车，幸屋主及时发现把火扑灭，烧毁程度仅10巴仙。 上述抛汽油弹烧车事故是今日清晨近5时许发生在史达博南段第7巷。巴都林当消防局在4时58分接到求救电话出勤，在抵达现场时火已成功被屋主及时控制，消防员后续把火完全扑灭。 屋主住家安装的闭路电视拍摄到有人从屋外往车房抛丢汽油弹导致汽车后方着火。案件已交由警方着手调查。 [image: 1779691940607-nc_bomb-car-1.jpeg] [image: 1779691941093-nc_bomb-car-2.jpeg] [image: 1779691941648-nc_bomb-car-3.jpeg] 来源：诗华日报

今日古晋水岸引擎轰鸣声震天 — 来自马来西亚、汶莱及印尼的 600 辆重型机车骑士齐聚一堂，参与第 24 届 Borneo Island International Big Bike Festival (BIBBF) 2026。 车队今早从古晋水岸 (Kuching Waterfront) 浩浩荡荡出发，前往 Kampung Lot Bako 进行社区交流活动。活动由 Borneo Island Big Bikers (BIBB) 砂拉越分会主办，参与人数达 1,225 人。 地点： 古晋水岸 → Kampung Bako，砂拉越 详情： 600 辆重型机车参与巡游 参与者来自砂拉越、沙巴、纳闽、汶莱及印尼 社区活动：传统运动 + 渔村海鲜午餐 首日看点：Battle of the Bands 乐队比赛 晚宴邀来本地及西马歌手献唱 明日续办 Idol BIBBF 歌唱选拔赛 BIBB 砂主席 Ramlee Tuah 表示，邻国骑士对砂拉越的路况赞不绝口，直呼道路保养得很好，骑行体验非常满意。 这项年度盛事由 5 个 Borneo 骑士俱乐部轮流主办：PEMODA（汶莱）、BIBB（砂拉越）、IMBI（印尼）、SBBA（沙巴）及 LA RIDERS（纳闽）。明年将移师纳闽，2028 年回到汶莱，如此轮流至 2031 年再返砂拉越。 新闻来源： https://dayakdaily.com/600-riders-from-msia-brunei-indonesia-roar-through-kuching-for-borneo-island-intl-big-bike-festival/ 你看到车队经过了吗？今天 Kampung Bako 有海鲜大餐等你！

The Kuching Waterfront came alive today as the thunder of motorcycle engines filled the air — 600 big bike riders from across Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia gathered for the Borneo Island International Big Bike Festival (BIBBF) 2026. The convoy, flagged off from Kuching Waterfront, made its way to Kampung Lot Bako for a community engagement programme. Organised by the Borneo Island Big Bikers (BIBB) Sarawak, the event is now in its 24th edition with 1,225 registered participants. Location: Kuching Waterfront → Kampung Bako, Sarawak Details: 600 big bikes in convoy Participants from Sarawak, Sabah, FT Labuan, Brunei and Indonesia Community activities: traditional sports, village lunch at Bako (fresh seafood!) Day 1 highlights: Battle of the Bands competition Gala dinner featuring local and Peninsular Malaysia singers Idol BIBBF singing talent event continues tomorrow BIBB Sarawak president Ramlee Tuah said participants were especially impressed with Sarawak's well-maintained roads, giving satisfaction to bikers from neighbouring countries. The festival rotates among 5 Borneo clubs: PEMODA (Brunei), BIBB (Sarawak), IMBI (Indonesia), SBBA (Sabah), and LA RIDERS (Labuan). Next year's edition will be hosted by LA Riders Labuan. Source: https://dayakdaily.com/600-riders-from-msia-brunei-indonesia-roar-through-kuching-for-borneo-island-intl-big-bike-festival/ Catch the convoy or the gala dinner? Drop by Kampung Bako and join the fun!

物价持续上涨，砂拉越不少年轻人今年选择低调庆祝达雅节，把重点放在家庭团聚，而非铺张排场。 达雅节即将到来，但今年的庆祝气氛明显不同。多名20多岁的砂拉越职场年轻人在受访时表示，生活费高涨让他们的预算更紧，但团聚的意义并未改变。 ▲ 地点： 古晋，砂拉越 ▲ 详情： 25岁的初级土木工程师 Valentine Mapan Jalan 表示，今年家里会过得比较安静，因为要优先照顾生病的长辈。“我们不需要奢华来展现待客之道，”他说。 24岁的行政主管 Irvina Joan 指出，油价和日常开支上涨限制了她的回乡探亲计划。她提到政府的 STR、SARA 及砂拉越基本需求援助金（SKAS）有助减轻部分负担。 25岁的行政助理 Lydia Hyginus 今年缩减了达雅节预算，放弃了购买新家族服装。她说：“每次达雅节的时光都很珍贵，因为这是全家人难得能聚在一起的时候。” 虽然预算收紧，但三人一致认为达雅节的核心——家庭团聚、共享美食以及传统文化——始终不变。 新闻来源： The Borneo Post 今年你家会怎样庆祝达雅节？欢迎留言讨论

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

砂拉越最长的跨河大桥正式通车了！ 峇当鲁巴大桥（Jambatan Batang Lupar）已于 2026年5月21日 正式开通，取代了多年来依赖的渡轮服务，连接实巴邀（Sebuyau）与成邦江两岸。 地点： 实巴邀 Sebuyau（古晋省，砂拉越） 全长： 4.8公里 — 砂拉越最长的跨河大桥 节省时间： 渡轮原本需约30分钟，现在只要5分钟 这座大桥是砂拉越在第十二大马计划下大规模基建转型的一部分。在规划的21座主要桥梁中，已有10座通车，预计未来几个月再开放8座。 大桥通车正值哈芝节和达雅节前夕，对成千上万要回乡过节的砂拉越人来说，简直是及时雨！ 来源： https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/05/22/batang-lupar-bridge-officially-opens/ https://dayakdaily.com/batang-lupar-bridge-sarawak-longest-river-crossing/ 你觉得这座桥通车后会带动这一带的经济吗？留言分享你的看法！

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!