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ISSN 1823-9625 | PPK380/03/2013(031735)
VOL.38 OCT-DEC 2015
Revitalising
Kuching City Centre
Highlight
Shopping in Sarawak
Settle into a cosy
setting with warm
and rustic European
ambiance at The
Coffee Clinic at Song
Plaza. Popular among
teenagers and young
adults, the café is
a perfect chill out
spot that comes complete with a lounge area dubbed
“The Living Room”, where customers get to jam while
enjoying their coffee. A Western food menu is also
available if you’re feeling hungry.
Opening Hours
Mon: 1pm-11:45pm,
Tues to Sun: 9am-11:45pm
GF, Sublot 16, Song Plaza, Off Jalan Tun Jugah
Jalan Song, 93200 Kuching, Sarawak
+6082 451514 . +6011 1059 6160
Enjoy freshly brewed coffee in an
industrial setting at The Coffee Factory in
7th Mile, Kuching-Serian Road. The café
offers plenty of space, which includes a
mezzanine floor, making for the perfect
place where families and friends can enjoy
a cuppa as well as a mouth-watering
selection of Asian fusion fare.
Opening Hours
Mon: 1pm-11:45pm, Tues to Sun: 10am-11:45pm
No. 1573 TKT. G, JT Building, Jalan Penrissen,
Batu 7½, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak
+6082 627050 . +6016 896 2214
A breath of fresh air in a concrete jungle,
newly-opened ‘The Coffee Garden’ is the
latest to hit the café scene in Kuching.
Located in the iconic Tun Jugah building in
Kuching’s ‘Golden Triangle’, it offers a
refreshing garden-inspired setting
and provides a temporary escape
from the bustles of the city.
Opening Hours
Mon: 1pm-11:45pm
Tues to Sun: 9am-11:45pm
L1-03, Level 1 Tun Jugah Building No.18,
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman,
93100 Kuching, Sarawak
+6012 888 1017
YABhg Datin Patinggi Dato
Hajah Jamilah Bte Haji Anu
President of SABATI (Sarawak Badan Amal Tenaga Isteri-Isteri
– Association of Wives of Ministers)
Borneo welcomes
everyone!
Welcome to Borneo!
T
his vibrant island of three nations is one of the
mega biodiversity regions of the world and
home to many indigenous tribes well known
for their generous smiles and hospitality.
Sarawak is blessed with numerous ethnic
groups comprising Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Melanau and
Malay who live harmoniously in Malaysia’s largest state. The
various celebrations of these ethnic groups are colourful
occasions with dances, singing as well as sampling of unique
dishes and drinks. Check out the dates of these celebrations in
Sarawak, Sabah and Brunei to experience these moments with
your loved ones; it’s something that you will always remember!
While in Sarawak’s Capital, Kuching, take time to browse the
shopping centres where international branded goods as well
as local products and souvenir items abound. Try out the local
delicacies in the food section or food court and be surprised
by the choices available! Miri the Resort City is a shopping
haven for visitors from Brunei and has well developed tourism
packages for adventures into caving, diving, jungle trekking
and homestay with various ethnic groups in very diverse
settings! Sibu is a riverine town known for its local delicacies
while Bintulu is fast developing into a modern town due to its
oil and gas industries as well as port and palm oil exports.
Plan your dream vacation in Borneo today and experience the
relaxation of living in a tropical paradise where the traditions
and modern lifestyles exist side by side! Happy holidays!
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he glistening,
four-storey Plaza
Merdeka (excluding
the ground and
lower ground floors)
has given a breath of fresh air to
Kuching’s rather sleepy city centre
since it opened its doors in 2012.
Inside, young couples are seen
shopping as they pop in and out of
retail outlets while families enjoy an
eventful day out, munching on juicy,
tantalising burgers at Sarawak’s first
Burger King outlet. Then there are
also those who have made themselves
comfortable at Starbucks, enjoying
aromatic coffee as they soak up the
views of the adjacent Padang Merdeka.
What used to be a city centre starved
of entertainment and retail options
has now changed immensely thanks
to the presence of Plaza Merdeka
which has added life, vibrancy,
excitement, and revitalised Kuching’s
historic city district.
Nevertheless, running a successful
shopping mall which delivers
effectively to customers comes with
its own set of challenges.
“Every location (of a shopping
mall) will have its advantages and
disadvantages
and there is
no perfect
location,” said
Plaza Merdeka
Holdings
Managing
Director Dato’
Steve Ng.
According to him, what’s most
important in delivering a successful
shopping mall is the management.
“Management is the very key. The
shopping mall needs to be visible
and you have to understand that it
will also take time to mature.”
One of the first factors Ng said the
Plaza Merdeka management team
took into account was to understand
the local demographic of Kuching’s
city centre.
“Plaza Merdeka is located next to India
Street which used to be patronised by
a good mix of locals. But over the last
decade, it has evolved to be more of a
Bumiputera market.
“The shopping mall has actually
changed that (since opening its
doors) and we need to continue
working towards making sure that is
the case,” he explained.
Another factor, he noted, was
sufficient data and information such
as diversity of customers, which would
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ensure that the management is able to
make the best possible decisions.
“We do get a lot more
tourists at the mall and
that’s why we have set up
a concierge here which
operates almost full time
to cater to tourists asking
for directions. Being in an
area with all the historic
sights around, this is one
of the plus points of Plaza
Merdeka.”
In addition to understanding the
demographic, Ng remarked that it was
also crucial to understand retail trends
that were specific to local trends.
“This is one of the things about
shopping centres that a lot of people
don’t really understand. They think
that once you open it and lease out
the outlets, you’re done. But that’s
from the old days.
“Today, you need to constantly
monitor and work on your advertising
and promotion (A&P), which is very
important. You also need a team to
execute as well as a revenue centre;
one that generates activities and
buzz,” he stressed. At this juncture,
he noted that credit for the present
look and success must go to the
management team headed by Mr
Cheah Kheng Mun, the General
Manager of Plaza Merdeka. Mr Cheah
brought with him expertise and
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more than 20 years of experiences in
shopping malls management, retail
and strategic marketing.
Having established a name for itself
over the past three years, Ng said
Plaza Merdeka is currently evolving to
cater more to the mass market.
“When we first opened the mall it
had an 88% occupancy which then
went up to 95% and then 96% and
we’re still very happy we were able
to do that. Since then, we have had
certain concepts such as moving our
food court all the way up to Level 3
of the mall.”
He commented that normally, people
would expect to see a food court at
the basement of a mall. However, Plaza
Merdeka became the first to move its
food court “all the way to the top”.
“What we did was we parked it right
in the middle of the mall rather than
to the side so that the connectivity,
visibility and positioning of the food
court can be seen.”
“At the same and higher levels, we
have also had recent additions such as
Molly Fantasy and Mr. DIY which have
changed the dynamics of the whole
sector. In fact, if you go in now, there’s
always a lot of people there and with
that, combined with the food court,
we are pleased to say that the mall’s
Level 3 and Level 4 are actually very
well-anchored.” Another effort carried
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out by the mall’s management team,
said Ng, was to relocate and position
outlets to introduce a transformation
of sorts while keeping things fresh and
interesting to remain relevant.
One of the upcoming additions is
Swedish high street fashion label H&M
(the second outlet in Kuching), which
will soon open its doors to the public
here. “With H&M coming in, we
had to relocate some of our tenants,
which was very difficult but it had to
be done. This is all part of the cost of
doing business and in some cases if the
tenant is significant, it is worthwhile to
actually do that,” he acknowledged.
“We are nearing the end of our first
cycle and our management has done
a good job of reorganising the mall,
bringing in different tenants and
international and national brands.
In a good management team, most
times you will position your tenants
appropriately.”
He also commended tHe Spring
Shopping Mall’s management
team for doing a great job in their
relocation exercise.
“tHe Spring has done a very good
job and we always look to them as
sort of a guide and benchmark for
our mall. It’s very good that you have
people like that in the marketplace.”
Plaza Merdeka will also soon see a new
addition to the mall with the adjoining
The Waterfront Hotel due to open in
October this year.
“What we have done is we have
reconfigured the hotel, to be
equivalent or better than a five-star
hotel in Kuching. That’s the market
we’re penetrating.”
Among the facilities available at the
208-room boutique hotel are executive
floor and lounge, infinity pool with
panoramic views of the city, gym,
function rooms, six meeting rooms of
various sizes and a restaurant which
will feature an extensive menu of
Continental cuisine as well as Asian
and local specialty dishes.
“Price-wise it will be competitive and
if you look at the group’s philosophy,
we’ve always focused on value
concept which is the way to go. We
believe that we can deliver a quality
product at a much more competitive
price,” Ng shared.
For further information, please contact
Plaza Merdeka Management
Sdn. Bhd.
L4-68, Plaza Merdeka, 88 Pearl Street,
93000 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
+6082 237526 (Management Office)
+6082 239408 (Customer Service)
+6082 237118
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.plazamerdeka.com
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Kuching’s
charming
Chinatown
K
uching’s
Chinatown is a
charming little
stretch in the
heart of Cat City.
Old shophouses with traditional
wooden shutters dot much of its
entire expanse, with a substantial
amount restoration works as well
as refurbishments carried out to
spruce up the place as part of the
revitalisation process of Kuching’s
historic district, complementing the
city’s other attractions such as the
Main Bazaar, Kuching Waterfront
and India Street for instance.
Part of the city’s Heritage
Trail and hugely popular
with both local visitors
and foreign tourists alike,
the stretch consists
two of Kuching’s oldest
streets - Carpenter Street
and Ewe Hai Street,
whose histories date
back to the early 1800s.
Life Café, Lau Ya Keng food court
and Min Heng Coffee Shop.
Furniture shops, souvenir parlours,
convenience stores and goldsmiths
receive their fair share of daily
customers as well.
For tourists who aren’t too keen on
staying in expensive grand hotels,
more affordable yet comfortable
accommodation options are
available as well.
The stretch starts from Jalan Tun
Abang Haji Openg, where the old
General Post Office is, and ends
at Ewe Hai Street behind the Main
Bazaar. It is as lively today as it was
back in the days, although flashy bars
and cafes now replace some of the
old shops from before, making the
area perfect for tourists to chill out at,
especially during night-time when the
glitzier establishments come alive.
During the day, the area is abuzz
with activity. Hungry diners throng
its many iconic eateries such as
There is also fun to be had, with
exciting new attractions such as
Surrey Bike Kuching, which allows
you to discover old Kuching from a
rather unique perspective. Tourists
can also get hands-on experience
in preparing traditional cuisines at
Bumbu Cooking Class.
Restored to their former glory, the
Hiang Thian Siang Ti temple and Hong
San Si temple on Carpenter Street
and Ewe Hai Street are major tourist
magnets as well. With ornate carvings
adorning their walls and roof, these
two temples are a sight to behold.
A perfect blend of the old and new,
Carpenter Street and Ewe Hai Street
look set to continue to be among
Kuching’s major tourist attractions
for many more years to come.
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India Street is that we’ll be bringing
in more activities so that you will
have more people coming in.”
Among the new introductions here
are nightly kiosks where enterprising
entrepreneurs can sell local products
such as Sarawak Kek Lapis and ‘ikan
terubok’ among others.
Transformation
on the go
I
ndia Street is well-known
among locals for its lanes
that house many shops
and eateries which have
served many generations
of Kuching’s multi-racial population.
Today, the historic street remains
as one of Kuching’s hearts of civic
activity as both locals and tourists
frequent the street, now known as
India Street Pedestrian Mall, for a
good bargain on local products.
However, as years passed, the
customer landscape has also evolved
with the changing times and this
did not go unnoticed with the India
Street Pedestrian Mall Committee
who has recently taken the initiative
to upgrade the pedestrian mall.
The project, which was the foresight
of the Governor of Sarawak, His
Excellency Tun Pehin Sri Haji Abdul
Taib bin Mahmud, costs around
RM4.3 million and is fully funded by
the State Government. It will feature
a polycarbonate and aluminium
louvre roofing boasting contemporary
designs that will also complement
India Street’s
historic value.
Its Chairman
Dato’ Wee
Hong Seng said
the committee
recognised
India Street as
a heritage site but at the same time,
it must also evolve to ensure that it
breathes life back into the street.
“The way we look at it is that we are
introducing these to complement the
current traders that have long been
trading at India Street,” he said.
In addition to this, Wee said India
Street’s adjacent Khai Joo Lane
would also be very “happening”
on Friday and Saturday nights as it
transformed into a ‘food street’.
“Prior to this, there used to be little
to no activity from 7pm onwards.
But after a discussion with the
traders and shop owners here, they
have agreed to operate a food street
where visitors can come and enjoy
the best of Sarawakian delicacies
from 6pm to 10pm starting from
October onwards.”
“India Street has a history of more
than a century and from time to
time, you must go through these
changes and transformations.
Otherwise, you’ll be left behind.
“These are among the things in our
line-up and what we are looking
into is the plan for the next three
to five years,” he said, adding that
India Street Pedestrian Mall will also
be equipped with safety features
such as 24-hour security and fire
extinguishers.
“There are more than 70 shophouses
here but if there’s no activity going
on, India Street will turn into a ghost
town. So we must make sure that it
continues to have soul, to have life
and interaction,” he emphasised.
With Plaza Merdeka situated just
next to India Street, Wee expressed
his confidence that the surrounding
areas will one day transform into a
‘zoned shopping mall’ and leisure
area of Kuching.
With the completion of the project,
Wee noted that the originality of
the old buildings along India Street
would shine through.
“I think if the traders and
management committee all work
together, we can achieve this and
create a place where family can
come and spend a weekend here.
“Every place has its own character
and you should sell its existing
character without changing the
actual heritage value of the place.
“The heritage of the old buildings
will still be there but what’s new for
“Community engagement is a very
good move and when everyone
participates, there will be a sense of
belonging and responsibility. We want
everybody to play their role to build
this place together,” Wee remarked.
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Retail Therapy
Wisma
Sanyan
Sibu’s premier
shopping centre
O
ne of Sibu’s most
spectacular annual
events is the B.A.S.E.
Jump held in
September where
participants come from all over the
world to Wisma Sanyan, the venue
where they leap into space with their
parachutes. Incidentally, Wisma Sanyan
is also Sarawak’s tallest building,
located right in the heart of this
riverine town at the confluence of two
mighty rivers, the Rajang and Igan.
Just adjacent to Wisma Sanyan is the
state’s largest public square, 32 acres
of open space for all types of activities
and events as well as site for the town’s
annual Borneo Cultural Festival.
other promotional activities as it is
also one of Sibu’s premier shopping
centres where five floors of retail
outlets comprising some of the biggest
brands are found inside,” said Mr Tony
Hii, Operations Manager. The anchor
tenant is Parkson, Malaysia’s premier
retail brand with its wide range of
merchandise and services while Giant,
Malaysia’s premier supermarket is
the other anchor tenant, providing
shoppers the convenience of having
everything under one roof. Everyone’s
favourites McDonald’s, KFC, Pizza
Hut, Sushi Tie and others are fantastic
choices for the whole family, with
other retailers like Levi’s store, Lea
Centre, The Body Shop and Lea Sports
Centre are also found here. Daiso, the
Japanese convenient outlet where all
types of household items are available.
The store will be coming in to Wisma
Sanyan by the end of this year.
For those with children, KidsSpace
Children Playground at level 5 is ideal
for them to play and explore the
various rides and exciting fun activities.
“Within Wisma Sanyan is also the
offices of a number of government
agencies like the Sibu Municipal Council
which occupies the 19th to 24th floor,
Sibu Rural District Council, from 17th
to 18th floors and JKR (Public Works
Department) is located at 9th, 14th to
16th floors. Hence, it is obvious that the
traffic for the building is heavy on a
daily basis which is a bonus to the retail
outlets as the location is convenient and
ideal for many locals and visitors alike,”
he added. Security services are 24/7 for
the building, giving tenants and visitors
peace of mind while escalators and
lifts are additional conveniences to all
patrons of the building. To cater to huge
numbers of people traffic, the building
is equipped with underground car park
as well as ample parking bays all around
the building. With all these facilities
and conveniences, it is little wonder
why Wisma Sanyan is Sibu’s premier
shopping centre!
“Naturally, Wisma Sanyan is more
than just a venue for exhibitions and
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The preferred accommodation in Bintulu
New World
Suites prides itself
in being innovative and
distinctive in service
provided
T
here’s only one
address that you need
to know when going
to Bintulu, Sarawak
and that’s New World
Suites. It is a two-time winner of the
Sarawak Hornbill Tourism award as
well as Trip Advisor’s winner with
Certificate of Excellence and Booking.
com’s Award of Excellence! As most
guests who call New World Suites
their home away from home, know
the hotel is also conveniently located
within ParkCity Mall, and surrounded
with retail outlets, commerce facilities
and entertainment outlets.
“We continuously upgrade our
offerings for our guests to ensure
that they will always find us
innovatively improving their comfort,
and pleasure of staying with us,”
said Manshor Yusup, Hotel Manager.
New World Suites recently provided
higher thread count brand new
premium linen for guests coupled
with Daily Premier Treats, Executive
Treat and Suites Offerings.
“Our ‘A better Planet Program’ is
something we are proud of as we
take protecting the environment
seriously in our daily undertakings.
We encourage less usage of paper
by halving the writing paper size and
requesting the use of both side of
paper with our ‘Be a Green Hero’
stationery label. We also support
local handicraft as part of our CSR
program. Recently, we featured
Baken Sok a basket, woven from
Sago fronds by Melanau women
of Borneo beside other Sarawak
Handicrafts. These are just some
of the innovative ways the hotel is
adopting for the good of the planet
and for all humankind, and at the
same time providing
high quality of
services.
www.newworldsuites.net
Bintulu’s shopping hotspot
P
arkCity Mall
presents the
residents of Bintulu
with great shopping
options. A hotspot
for shopaholics in the booming
town, the mall boasts over 60
tenants and more than 20 kiosks,
with a good mix of tenants to cater
to everyone’s shopping needs.
The mall is located in the heart
of Bintulu town, and is just 25
minutes away by car from Bintulu
Airport, gateway to the world
renowned Mulu and Niah Caves. It is
strategically located, with access to
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Yiki Fashion to the more upscale
ones from Best Gallery and Dress Up.
A variety of shoes, sportswear and
fashion accessories stores are also
available, including Lea Sports Centre,
Bata and Dongda Mun among
others. For specially tailored suits
and clothing, shoppers need look no
further than Formula One.
all major towns in Sarawak (2 hours’
drive from Miri via the Bintulu-Miri
Highway and 3 hours’ drive from
Sibu), and also Brunei.
ParkCity Mall is owned by Destiny
Group based in Bintulu, under its
properties and retail Management
Company. It was completed in 2008
and opened to the public in the
same year, adding to a vibrant retail
landscape such as never been seen
before in Bintulu.
Marrybrown and Sushi King.
ParkCity Mall is linked to New
World Suites Hotel, one of Bintulu’s
finest hotels, thus offering greater
convenience to hotel guests who feel
the need to do some shopping.
It’s not all about fashion. The mall’s
other notable tenants include
New World Mart, Natural Health
Farm, Watson, The Body Shop,
Popular Bookstore and Boulevard IT
Superstore just to name a few.
Hungry from all that shopping?
Grab a bite from one of the mall’s
F&B outlets and kiosks including
ParkCity Mall is located at Jalan Tun
Ahmad Zaidi, ParkCity Commerce
Square, 97000 Bintulu, Sarawak,
and opens daily from 10am to
10pm. For more information,
call +6086 312322 or visit
parkcityshoppingmallbintulu.com.
Those looking to style up may choose
from a variety of fashion options,
from the more affordable selections
like those offered by Art Beauty and
Imported goods and
groceries abound at
New World
Mart
G
oing grocery
shopping? Head
on down to New
World Mart, where
you can expect
to find quality products offered at
reasonable prices… everyday!
The Bintulu-based retailer first
opened for business back in 2012
on the ground floor of Bintulu’s
go-to shopping complex ParkCity
Mall, and brought with it a whole
new shopping experience as well as
a range of products that will simply
leave you spoilt for choice.
New World Mart prides itself in
offering an impressive list of items
imported from all over the world.
Walk through the well-spaced aisles
where neatly organised shelves are
stocked with a variety of canned,
packed and bottled products, from
ready-to-consume food and drinks to
dried ingredients and dairy products
of all forms.
Fresh vegetables and fruits can be
found at its produce section, where
one is greeted by an array of vibrant
colours of leafy greens, plump
tomatoes, chillies, apples, oranges,
and much more.
Take a peek into its large chiller/
freezer showcase and find yourself
spoilt for choice as you sift through a
plentiful selection of freezer-to-fryer
items, seafood as well as quality
cuts of beef and lamb imported all
the way from Australia and New
Zealand, just to name a few.
With a promise of low prices every
day, New World Mart is the ideal
place for your daily grocery needs.
New World Mart, located on
Ground Floor, ParkCity Mall, 97000
Bintulu, Sarawak, opens from 10am
to 10pm Mondays to Fridays, and
from 9am to 10pm on Saturday
and Sunday. For more information,
call +6086 33 3896 or visit www.
facebook.com/NewWorldMart.
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Retail Therapy
The Bay
Departmental Store
Get your
fashion fix at
S
ince 2007, shoppers
in Bintulu have
turned to The Bay
Departmental Store for
great selections of high
quality clothing, accessories as well as
branded cosmetics and fragrances.
Located on the 1st floor of ParkCity
Mall, right above New World Mart
supermarket, the departmental
store constantly updates its list of
products so as to keep to the latest
trends in fashion.
Browse through a wide range of
clothing in many different colours,
styles, designs and textures for
both men and women. From
comfy casual wear to sleek office
attires, you’ll find it all at The Bay
Departmental Store. Complete your
look with a selection of bags and
accessories ranging from the simple
to the sophisticated.
For parents looking to style up their
little ones, stylish and comfortable
apparels and accessories for children
and babies are also available.
brands like Kanebo, Gucci and Hugo
Boss.
Visit The Bay Departmental Store
on 1st Floor, ParkCity Shopping
Mall, 97000, Bintulu, Sarawak.
Open daily from 10am to 10pm. For
more information, call +6086 33
3896 or visit www.facebook.com/
TheBayDepartmentalStore.
The Bay Departmental Store carries a
host of esteemed brands in fashion,
including Nichii, U.S. Polo Assn,
Triumph, Goggles and Alain Delon,
among others. It also carries various
international cosmetics and perfume
Mamafy.Co
T
ake a bite of Mamafy
Company’s crispy
fried chicken or crispy
spicy fried chicken
and experience
real American southern style fried
chicken. This fast food restaurant
located within ParkCity Shopping
Mall also serves delicious juicy roasted
chicken and premium 0.33lb Yankee
beef burger, cooked as only the
southerners know how! For a more
oriental offering, try the teriyaki grilled
chicken burger with freshness you can
really taste. Since opening their first
outlet at Tg. Kidurong, Kidurung Light
Industrial Area Bintulu, Mamafy.Co
ParkCity Shopping Mall is the second
outlet in Bintulu, a sure sign that this
fast food restaurant is well liked by
the people here. Both outlets are
certified Halal by Jakim.
In addition to the above offerings,
Mamafy.Co also has seasonal
promotions of chicken schnitzel and
Southern style
chicken and
burgers to thrill
your taste buds!
Pantone 185 C
Pantone 1235 C
Pantone 1605 C
Pantone 165 C
Pantone 1797 C
100% Black
Nusantara rice set, which provide more
choices for regulars. Using only fresh
ingredients in their daily offerings, it
is easy to ascertain why Mamafy.Co is
such a popular place for the people here
when it comes to having chicken and
burgers for lunch or dinner. Come, try
and be satisfied by the offerings here
as only by experiencing these southern
styled cooking yourself can you be truly
convinced – they are ‘A’ good!
Visit www.facebook.com/
MamafyRestaurant.
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Retail Therapy
Furniture
of distinctive
Quality,
Heritage &
Tradition
Experienced, expert craftsmen with quality materials are the renowned
trademarks for Alexander & James Sofa from Great Britain, a tradition
for the brand for over 120 years in the furniture business. Using only the
finest quality leather sourced from around the world for the different
unique shades, grain, and texture, these upholstered furniture experts
create unique, one of a kind cushions and couches of all shapes and sizes.
Inside these distinctive furniture pieces are a combination of feather and
fibre that give a luxurious feel when touched and certainly plumped for
comfortable seating!
Come, see these vibrant coloured sofas at the sole distributor, Wee Hua Boo Furniture in Kuching
and be a proud owner of this furniture heritage, respected and highly regarded around the world!
www.whbfurniture.com
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WEE HUA BOO TRADING SDN BHD • Lot 102, 2½ Mile, Rock Road, 93200 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 246641, 240775 F: +6082 240295 Email: [email protected]
Retail Therapy
2005, Gabriel at age 28, Working
on the Transistor Laser - University
of Illinois.
National Inventors Hall of Fame, Dr. Gabriel,
Prof. Nick Holonyak Jr. (award recipient) &
Prof. Milton Feng
+6016 579 7296
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your one
stop window
dresser
Motorise by Somfy
Maxtrack promotes motorise functions for your window
covering solutions. Motorize by Somfy where motors and
controls will bring your home to life. Discover how home
motion by Somfy can make your day to day life easy!
External Roller Blinds
External roller blinds are designed to reduce sunlight
penetration and absorb heat before it enters the room.
Designed to control the entry of natural light, heat and
sun radiation from the outside, external roller blinds allow
you to extend outdoor living areas while maximising the
advantages of glass and view from the inside. Unaffected
by extreme temperature changes, External screens operate
using discreet stainless side cables or sleek aluminium side
channels, powder-coated to suite any exterior.
Call us today
for free consultation!
No. 11, Jalan Tan Sri Ong Kee Hui, 93300 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 231677 F: +6082 234677 E : [email protected]
Retail Therapy
d’
Galeri PUSAKA was
established as part
of Sarawak Timber
Industry Development
Corporation (STIDC)’s
Vendor Development Programme,
which is aimed at assisting Bumiputera
furniture vendors to promote and
market their products.
The gallery houses a wide range of
wood furniture made by Bumiputera
furniture manufacturers under the
programme. These include among
others, high-end pieces made for
classic homes.
solid wood such as jati, belian, meranti,
nibong, pinewood and acacia among
others, thus promising customers
products that will last for a long time.
Notable pieces include a wooden
bench simply named ‘Magic’
(available in selangan and meranti
wood) that folds open to form a
table with two benches when they’re
needed, and folds back into a bench
with no effort at all. Other innovative
and tastefully designed pieces include
a set of 2 armchairs with table as
well as a cube table and chairs set
from Kartika Nusantara Sdn Bhd.
For those who prefer classic designs,
a myriad of choices await, including
a stunning 8-seater Mary Ann Dining
set in dark solid wood, off-white fabric
and elegant trimmings in gold.
Little known to members of the public
when it first opened in the early 2000s
in Satok, the furniture showroom today
steadily gains recognition, especially
among customers with extremely
discerning tastes when it comes to
wood-based home furnishing.
The wide range of furniture displayed
at d’Galeri PUSAKA are crafted from
Walk up the steps onto a stage area
where beautiful dining, living and
bedroom sets from House of Acacia
are displayed.
House of Acacia is a collaborative
effort between STIDC and Samling
Group of Companies, and was set up
in 2013 when it was first introduced
to the public at the ‘Sarawak
Grand Timber Expo 2013 & SMEs
Expo 2013’, held at the Borneo
Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK).
Not only is acacia solid and robust,
but sustainable as well - ideal for
making great quality furniture
without causing a great deal of harm
to the environment.
Customers who wish to own unique
pieces can have them custom-made
by any one of the gallery’s vendors.
To know more, simply drop by
d’Galeri PUSAKA and ask their sales
representative for assistance.
d’Galeri PUSAKA
Jalan Kulas Satok, 93400 Kuching,
Sarawak, Malaysia.
Opening hours:
10am-6pm Tuesday to Sunday and
close on Monday
+6082 250 796
+6082 250 793
[email protected]
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Creative outdoor playground
equipment at Alam Didik
ALAM DIDIK SDN BHD ( formerly known as Children’s World Educational Resource Centre )
Sublot 9, Lot 4088, Sukma Commercial Centre, Jalan Sultan Tengah, 93050 Kuching, SARAWAK.
T: +6082 445 796 F: +6082 444 928 H/P (Office): +6012 882 9628, +6012 887 9928 E: [email protected]
- interior light
- chandeliers
- pendants
- wall lights
- bath and vanity
- floor lamps
- ceiling fixtures
- desk lamps
- art & picture lights
- outdoor lighting
- commercial lights
- light bulbs
- down lights
- fans
- etc...
THOUSANDS of products
We have got what you are looking for and at the BEST DEALS!
NO. 294, Lot 2653, Ground Floor, Central Park Commercial Centre, 3rd Mile, Rock Road, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Tel: +6082 233 587 . Fax: +6082 231587 . Email: [email protected]
Andre’ Kim Designer Wallpaper
Retail Therapy
Stone
Gallery
Ka
ri
m
Ra
Polaris
sh
id
Check out their latest collection
from the renowned Karim
If the creations in the Globalove
collection don’t strike your fancy,
there are many others you can opt
for, including Stone Gallery –
for a stone style interior that mixes
harmony and warm sensations
deriving from nature, and the cool
feeling one gets from the rugged
stone texture.
SAUJANA PESONA SDN BHD
No. 226. Lot 33, Green Road, 93150 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 411366 , 258055 F: +6082 422311
E: [email protected]
The exquisite Prestige collection
promises a selection of dignified classic
patterns to choose from, all of which
are outstanding to say the least.
Finally, the Polaris wallpaper
in motioned patterns will set the
mood in your space. Such emotional,
calm and beautiful patterns can
create a space where you can
spend hours in.
Call Saujana Pesona
today for free
consultation.
www.saujanapesona.com.my
www.saujanapesona.com
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Prestige
S
aujana Pesona
introduces a new
range of wallpapers
in stylish new
collections that
feature an interesting
mix of colours and textures, and are
bound to set the perfect pace and
mood for your home.
Rashid. Experience Karim’s
diversity in Globalove, a collection
that showcases his ability to
cross-pollinate ideas, materials and
behaviours, and from one typology
to the next, crossing boundaries
and broadening consumers’ horizon
across the globe.
André Kim’s new designer
wallpaper collection Calla Basic
brings an interesting change to
one’s space. Select from modern to
fantastic modern to natural style
interpretations.
Retail Therapy
H
igh levels
of sugar in
the blood
is the main culprit for
diabetes, a disease that
is affecting the society
all over the world at an
alarming rate.
Ever aware of the
growing health threat,
many have resorted to
eliminating sugar in their food
and drinks altogether, and reducing
their carb intake.
With GlucosCare® Tea, your
sugar and carbs can be reduced
or controlled to a certain extend.
Developed by GlucosCare
International Pte Ltd, a company
specialising in the research
and development of glucosemanagement herbal tea products,
GlucosCare® Tea is scientifically
formulated to help regulate and
control blood sugar in the body.
Keep
diabetes
at bay
with
A sugar-blocking health tea for
diabetics, GlucosCare® Tea consists
two components. The first is
Gymnema Sylvestre, which translates
to ‘sugar destroyer’ in Sanskrit. It
has been used for centuries in South
Asia to help control sugar levels in
the blood.
The second component is Camellia
Sinensis, or more commonly known
as green tea, which is added to the
GlucosCare® Tea as an antioxidant
agent, and is critical to protect our
tissue cells and maintain optimal
health. GlucosCare® Tea works by
reducing the absorption of sugar in
the small intestine, thus helping to
maintain the levels of sugar in our body.
The tea is perfect for those who are
watching their weight as lower levels
of sugar in the bloodstream results in
weight loss.
GlucosCare’s Assistant Marketing
Manager, Kelly Leong disclosed that
the tea could also help restore the
function of the pancreas, helping it
to secrete more insulin to make sure
that more glucose could be used
up as energy and not linger in the
bloodstream.
Certified halal, GlucosCare® Tea is
produced under safe and hygienic
condition by national qualified GMP
plant in Johor Bahru, and is distributed
to over 20 countries worldwide,
including Hong Kong, New Zealand,
Kuwait, Serbia and Poland.
Pregnant or lactating women and
children under 12 are advised against
consuming GlucosCare® Tea.
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Retail Therapy
Care
for
your
eyes
“F
or most people, wearing
glasses is often a
necessity due to poor
vision arising from age, diseases or
accidents. Some of course, wear
these glasses or contact lenses for
style or fashion, especially sunglasses!
Regardless, we must take care of our
eyes, especially from a young age and
to take precautions from daily exposure
of UV rays and electronic gadgets
like TVs, handphones, computers
which are strenuous to the eyes,”
said Optometrist Norliana Bujang.
According to her, it is advisable to have
our eyes checked annually to ensure
that they are in healthy condition or to
get the right prescriptions if wearing
glasses already.
blindness. Another way to safeguard
our eyes is to remember the 20-2020 rule therapy: for every 20 minutes
spent in front of digital gadgets, try to
look away about 20 feet in front for 20
seconds. These will give the eyes rest
and avoid fatigue that are not good
for our eyes,” she explained. As more
young children are now exposed to
digital devices from a young age, the
optometrist opined that they should
ideally be taken for yearly eye check-up
as they will be unable to clearly see the
whiteboards in classes or sprain their
eyes without corrective glasses if they
have such vision problems.
“Naturally most people over 40 years
old will experience presbyopia or
commonly known as old-age sight
which is unavoidable. To correct the
problem, a simple eye test will provide
the necessary prescription glasses or
contact lenses to enable the person
to correct his or her
vision. In some
cases, people
experiencing
headaches,
blurred or
double vision,
squinting is a
result of eye
focus problem,
which
only need glasses to cure. Certainly,
a qualified optometrist is the person
to turn to for help!” she laughingly
stated. When one’s work requires
exposure to the sun on a daily basis,
sunglasses are a necessity to block out
harmful UV rays and these are special
lenses, which should be sourced from
licenced optometry vendors. Ronnie
Optical outlets have a wide range of
sunglass brands to choose from and
customers are assured of quality and
original lenses.
For those preferring contact lenses,
Norliana advises them to observe
hygiene rules like washing hands
before inserting or removing lenses to
avoid contamination, which can lead
to painful infections or even blindness.
Whatever your eye care needs are,
Ronnie Optical outlets have the
qualified personnel to
advise you on the most
appropriate and
trustworthy
glasses or
contact
lenses.
Ronnie Optical
outlets provide
wide range of
options for glasses
and lenses
“What we eat can also help our eyes;
foods like fruits, vegetables, and fish
are recommended while smoking and
obesity are to be avoided as these
can lead to degenerative diseases and
cataracts or optic nerve damage as well
as diabetes (Type 2) which can cause
RONNIE OPTICS AND CONTACT LENS CENTRE - (Wisma Hopoh, Kuching.
+6082 248 101) . (The Summer Shopping Mall, Kota
Samarahan. +6082 661 886) . (Kompleks Islam Sarawak [BAITUMAL], Kuching. +6082 507 101) . (Eastern Mall Commercial Centre,
Kuching. +6012 891 5537) . (MUKAH
+6016 860 3158) • RONNIE OPTICS SDN BHD - (KUCHING SENTRAL, Kuching. +6082 531 338)
. (CityOne Megamall, Kuching.
+6082 532 919) . (PLAZA MERDEKA, Kuching.
+6082 244 101) . (EG Mall King Centre, Kuching.
+6082 578 101) . (EMART MATANG, Kuching.
+6082 649 101) • A.B. OPTICS - (Wisma Hopoh, Kuching.
+6082 423 101) •
OPTICALCITY - (Wisma Hopoh, Kuching.
+6082 238 101)
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Retail Therapy
Add more
zing to
your
favourite
food with
Pawada’s
Chilli
Sauce &
Tomato
Sauce
A
dd an extra dash
of flavour to your
fried chicken or
your barbecued
meats, with
Pawada’s delicious chilli sauce!
Another quality, halal certified
product by Bumiputra-owned
Kuching-based company Pawada
Pawada Food Industries Sdn. Bhd.
Lot 2022-2024, Jalan Semangat,
Bintawa Industrial Estate,
93450, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 442650, 330576
F: +6082 489142
W: www.pawada.com.my
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Food Industries Sdn Bhd. Pawada’s
export quality Chilli Sauce is
produced under strict quality control
and in a hygienic environment at
their state-of-the-art production
facility at the Bintawa Industrial
Estate, Kuching.
Only the freshest, best quality chillies
are picked and packed into each
bottle of Pawada Chilli Sauce, and
you can taste the freshness in every
dip you take of your favourite fried or
barbecued meats and seafood into
the chilli sauce. Also goes well with
pizzas, burgers and stir-fried noodles.
For those of you who are looking to
add a touch of zing
to your favourite
dishes, but none
of that spiciness
you get in chilli
sauce, Pawada’s
Tomato Sauce is a
great choice.
Every bottle of
Pawada Tomato
Sauce is jam
packed with
a glorious
concoction of
tomato paste,
sugar, vinegar,
salt and
permitted
food
conditioner,
colouring
and
preservatives.
Add a dash of Pawada’s zesty
Tomato Sauce to your favourite
burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, fried
chicken or fried noodles, or you can
even try to whip up your very own
version of the popular Sarawakian
noodle dish ‘Mee Tomato’. With
Pawada Tomato Sauce, you can
never go wrong.
Pawada constantly strives to
enhance the taste and quality of its
products. Each of Pawada’s products
is manufactured in accordance with
standards set by SIRIM and the
Malaysia Food Act.
Retail Therapy
An Essential Oil from Sarawak
A
midst the hilly
forests of Sarawak
grows the Sarawak
Litsea, a plant long
utilised by the
indigenous communities as a source
for flavour and healing.
Distillation
of the
LitSara® oil
for research
and
development
is also
carried
out by the
communities
involved in
the project
testing, both anti-microbial and
repellency properties, besides having
a pleasantly revitalising scent.
Above all, it is traditionally used, thus
making LitSara® a suitable ingredient
for personal care products such as
natural handmade soaps, scented
multipurpose spray and even in wet
wipes for the adventurous explorers
of the rainforests to repel insects.
Thriving along ascending clearings of
up to 2,300 metres above sea level,
this small tree bears fruits and leaves
that emit a crisp and invigorating scent.
Its fruits, small, delicate and often
mistaken as peppercorn, are a
popular culinary condiment and
to treat stomachache among the
communities of the highlands – the
Kelabit in Bario, Lun Bawang in the
Long Semadoh area of Lawas and the
Bidayuh in Kiding, a village nestled in
the Padawan range near Kuching.
Its leaves too are used as a traditional
relief for backaches. It is from these
very fruits and leaves that LitSara®,
an essential oil is obtained by steam
distillation. LitSara® exemplifies the
powerful realm of useful essential
oils. It has shown, through laboratory
Because the tree, also known as
Litsea cubeba, produces a unique
oil composition which differs from
the same species found in other
countries and locations, the Sarawak
Litsea is registered as a Geographical
Indicator, while the essential oil
LitSara® is trademarked.
The Sarawak Biodiversity Centre
(SBC) works closely with the
indigenous communities of Sarawak,
whose traditional knowledge on
the plant led its team of researchers
to the discovery of the essential
oil. The communities are actively
involved with
the Centre in
the collection
and extraction
of LitSara® for
research and
development.
Their effort in documenting the uses
of the tree, sustainable harvesting
of the fruits and leaves while
conserving the trees, and extraction
of the oil does not go unrecognised.
To acknowledge the importance of
traditional knowledge of indigenous
communities in providing leads to
discoveries and new applications
from the biodiversity that they
utilise, the Sarawak government has
incorporated provisions for Access
and Benefit Sharing in the Sarawak
Biodiversity Centre Ordinance.
This is to
ensure that
the indigenous
communities play
a pivotal role in
adding value to
their traditional
knowledge and
A member of the community in
local biodiversity,
Bario funnels out LitSara® oil
and are also duly
to be sent to SBC
acknowledged
through recognition and equitable
sharing of benefits arising from
product commercialisation.
Interested in using personal care
products containing LitSara®, in
SBC’s work with the indigenous
communities and its R&D
programmes?
Surf for more
information on
SBC’s website,
www.sbc.org.my
or call the Centre’s
corporate communications team
at +6082 610610 (ask for Asha or
Constance) or feel free to leave a
message via Facebook on www.facebook.
com/sarawak.biodiversity.centre
Examples of
personal care
products that
incorporate
the LitSara®
essential oil
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Tourism
CalendarofEvents
October to
December 2015
October
Tarik Kalat Seborneo 2015
(Borneo Tug-of-War Competition)
at Limbang
An international tug-of-war competition that
will see teams from Sarawak, Sabah and Brunei
competing for the coveted trophy. The main aim is
to foster greater ties between the Malaysian states
and neighbouring countries.
Saberkas Daerah Limbang
+6085 211178
Pesta Sematan
at Semantan, Lundu
An annual event held since 2005, this festival
showcases the unique culture and delicacies of
the local community as well as tourism attractions
in the area. Among the attractions are pristine
beaches, national parks, crafts, seaside resorts
and homestays. The festival offers its visitors both
cultural and sporting experience.
Sematan Sub-district Office
+6082 711101 (Mr. Nazari B Bujang)
+6082 711986
4 -5
th
th
HAri Bukit Mas
at Taman Tasik Mas, Limbang
The various activities in the event include running
competition, fishing competition, drawing and
colouring competition, fashion show from recyclable
things, blood donation, health screening, boat control
competition, gubang competition and cultural night.
Limbang District Council
+6085 211228
+6019 8555 611 (Mr. Gustian bin Hj. Durani)
+6085 212577
lmndc.libangdc.gov.my
[email protected]
6th-9th
Asia For Animal
Conference 2015
at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching
Held for the first time in Malaysia, this international
conference will be attended by experts in animal
welfare and behaviour from within the region.
SArAwAk Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals
+6082 618200
+6082 616500
[email protected]
www.afa2015borneo.com
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10th
Kuching City Street Parade
& Grand Finale
NOVEMBER
at Padang Merdeka
A carnival with parade participated by various public
and private agencies, Other interesting program
include firework display and concert.
Malam Titian Muhibah 2015
Kuching North City Hall (DBKU)
To showcase cultural presentation between two
neighbouring countries, Malaysia and Indonesia.
+6082 446688
+6013 8117 687 (Mr. Mohd Hafiz Ali)
+6082 441269
[email protected]
at Serian / Tebedu Community Hall, Serian,
Kota Samarahan
Tebedu Sub-District Office
+6019 8265 234 (Mr. Bai Ak Oungak)
[email protected]
+6082 875441, 797204 (Mr. John llus)
+6082 875159
10th
WAG Music Festival 2015
at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching
This is a fund-raising music concert showcasing both
Malaysian and international artistes. Proceeds from this
event will be used to manage the upkeep of SSPCA’s
animal sheller. Among other programmes included in
this event are festival bazaar, SSPCA Animazing Race,
Pet Blessing and Wiggle Waggle Walk.
Sarawak Society tor the Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA)
+6082 618200
+6082 616500
[email protected]
www.wagmusicfestival.com
24th
1st
Borneo Bird Race
at National & Wildlife Park
The first International Borneo Bird Race 2014, that
see participants from 12 countries travel more than
1000 kilometres in search of more than 400 species
of birds in a wide range of habitats from the coastal
regions, freshwater swamps, lowland forests, to the
hills and mountain ranges of Sabah, Sarawak and
Brunei. At the end of the day, each team will enjoy
the beauty of the flora as they count the numbers
of recorded species of birds and the longest list shall
earn the prestigious “Bornean Bristlehead Trophy”.
Ministry of Tourism Sarawak
+6082 319313
+6082 445311
SERIAN BIKES FESTIVAL 2015
at Taman Danu & Stadium Sukan Majlis Daerah
Serian
This inaugural bike festival at Serian town is a
great opportunity for the residents of Serian and
surrounding area including Kuching to get together
and enjoy the joy of riding motorcycle at the same
time learn various aspects of road safety tips from
the experts. Bikers/participants for bikes of any
engine capacity may register to join the country ride
to the longhouse to enjoy traditional cultural show.
And also expect a thrilling line up of activities. Do
come to explore and discover.
YellowBean Enterprise
+6012 896 5550
[email protected]
YellowbeanEnterprise
7th-8th
Siol Mountain Bike
Extreme Challenge
at Bukit Siol, Kuching
An annual cycling competition that take participants
through the various terrains of Bukit Siol. A very
challenging competition that is expected to attract
foreign participations.
+6082 446688
+6082 441269
[email protected]
Tourism
Sarawak Cultural Village
20th-22nd
28th-29th
5th
at Riverside Shopping Complex, Kuching
at Sibu Civic Centre, Sibu
at Main Street in Miri City Centre
International Dart
Competition
This event serves as a platform to groom potential
darters that will represent national and international
levels. To recognise Kuching as “A Vibrant Liveable
City of Choice” that brings ‘souls’ to the life of the
community. There will 3 categories included, Team
event, Men and Women Singles Open.
Borneo Talent
Award
A talent competition opened to all Malaysian.
Sibu Municipal Council
+6084 333411 (Ms. Teng)
+6084 320240
[email protected]
www.smc.gov.my
Borneo-Talent-Awards
+6082 446688
+6082 441269
[email protected]
26th-30th
Pesta Ambal (Razor snail Festival)
at Asajaya Town Square
Ambal or razor snail can be found in abundant along
the beaches and it is one of the favourite local delicacies.
Visitors coming to this festival will have the opportunity
to see how Ambal is harvested and there will be
demonstrations on how to prepare Ambal dishes as well.
Asajaya District Office and
Samarahan District Council
+6082 828200, 671023
(Mr. Bolhassan bin Mohamad)
+6082-828437, 671342
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.samarahandc.sarawak.gov.my
27 -29
th
1st week
Christmas
Tree Decoration
Competition
at Sibu Town Square
To add more colours and joy for the yuletide
celebration. Everyone can participate in this fun-filled
event, including tourists.
th
International Drum
Festival
at Stadium Perpaduan, Kuching
A continuation of the City Day celebration, the event
is to promote performing art among the locals. The
festival will also be participated by foreign troupes.
DECEMBER
+6082 446688
+6082 441269
[email protected]
+6084 333411 Ext. 205 / 303
(Ms. Teng Ming Min / Mdm. Sylvia lau)
+6084 320240
[email protected]
www.smc.gov.my
4 -6
th
th
Sibu Big Bike Week
at Sibu Town Square (Phase II)
Sibu Big Bike Week is going into its third year this
year. The main event of the festival is the auto show
besides a wide array of superbikes on display.
Razz Chopper Motor Club
+6014 6957 171 (Helen)
+6019 8557 171 (Razz)
[email protected]
Ministry of Tourism Sarawak
T: +6082 319 309 / 313 F: +6082 441 277 / 5311 W: www.minth.sarawak.gov.my
Miri City
Christmas Parade 2015
A combined effort of all churches in Miri and Miri
City Council to celebrate this jovial festival with the
aim of promoting it as one of the signature events in
Miri. The Parade starts at Miri City Fan, Jalan Kipas
and covers main streets.
Miri City Council
+6085 424111
+6085 435602
[email protected]
19th-20th
Joint Christmas
Procession 2015
at Sibu Town Square
The procession begin from Sibu Town Square and
will covers main streets in City Centre. Participating
churches are from the Anglican Church, Roman
catholic Church, SIB Church, Methodist Church and
independent churches.
Association of Churches Sibu
+6084 333411
+6084 320240
[email protected]
31st
Year End Countdown 2016
at Sibu Town Square, Sibu
Year End Countdown is one of the yearly events
which is organised by Sibu Municipal Council to
celebrate the New Year. The activities feature a
variety of entertaining performances comprising of
a blend of both oldies and modern performances by
the local talents.
+6084 333411 (Ms. Teng)
+6084 320240
[email protected]
www.smc.gov.my
(Note: Event dates are subject to change without prior notice)
Sarawak Tourism Board
T: +6082 423 600 W: www.sarawaktourism.com
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Tourism
Nature’s
therapy
Taman Tumbina Bintulu provides
scenic beauty with bounty of
plants and animals
B
intulu, Sarawak’s
Gas Town, is
well known for
its industrial
prowess and rapid
growth. But it also boasts the ‘First
of its kind’ botanical and zoological
garden in the state, fondly referred
to here as Taman Tumbina Bintulu.
Located over 75 hectares of hilly,
undulating terrain just 5 kilometres
from the town’s centre, it is a
wonderland for nature lovers young
and old alike! Tiger, flamingo, bear,
porcupine and assortment of other
animals as well as vast range of local
plant species and even some exotic
ones are found in this park, which
makes it naturally ideal for recreation,
tourism attraction, educational,
conservation as well as research and
development. In fact, the place is a
well-known venue to study hornbill
species found in the state.
Taman Tumbina Bintulu is open daily
from 9am to 4pm and adult fee is
just RM2 while children aged 7 and
in school uniform only pay RM0.50.
Since its opening in 1991, the park
has been one of the favourite venues
for locals to come and see the
evening sun set on the horizon as the
hill here gives an impressive picture of
the setting. Additionally, you will also
get an equally impressive view of the
ocean as the park is just next to the
seaside! It goes without doubt that
visitors always come here for picture
taking and for the memorable allure
of plants, sand, and animals.
In time to come, the park will
introduce visitors to its Butterfly
World, which is in the process of
being set up together with the
Gallery and R&D centre. This is the
place to enjoy oneself with family
and friends amidst the fauna and
flora, which are unique in their own
ways, away from the town and its
bustling traffic and people. With
such a great collection of nature’s
beauties, Taman Tumbina Bintulu
promises every visitor a rewarding
and memorable experience!
P.O. Box 55, 97007 Bintulu, Sarawak, Malaysia.
+6086 337 709 , 337 710
+6086 330 670
www.tumbina.com.my
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A
it is almost 90% completed at the
time of writing. Most states that had
played host in the past few Games
can only gawk at Sarawak’s efficiency
and record to get things done in time.
Just as they did in 1990.
Are we prepared this time? Apart
from the organisation and technical
Apart from the aquatics centre, a new
AstroTurf hockey stadium, an artificial
pitch football
field had been
added to its
completed
list. Only the
shooting
range, a
gymnasium is
fter 25 years,
Sarawak will roll
out its carpet to
the other states
as it aims a
repeat of the 1990 Sukma showing
that surprised the nation. What
a spectacular event it was and
Sarawak promises to deliver again.
Scheduled for July 22 to 31 2016,
the 10-day sporting event will take
centre stage in Sarawak as the State
promises to flex its muscles and try
to be the overall champion again.
aims for a tilt
at its “Lost”
Sukma crown
- 25 years on
aspects of hosting the game,
Sarawak has vowed to surpass the
other states in terms of gold medals.
In the 1990 Games the competition
was based on points.
More than 3,500 volunteers will be
mobilised in readiness for the biggest
show in Malaysia.
Sarawak also wanted to show Kuala
Lumpur who was 2012 champion,
Terengganu who had been the
champions or Selangor who had
been seven-time champion who is
boss this time in their own backyard.
Already, the new state-of-the-art
Olympic standard aquatics centre
- the main centre for Sukma 2016
competitions is ahead of schedule as
Aquatic Center
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Stadium Hoki Petra Jaya
still not ready and will be ready once
the show begins on July 22.
The Sukma 2016 will also see most
of the 24 sports centred in the
Capital City while Sibu will host
its popular sport of volleyball and
badminton. Miri will be the venue
for sailing and karatedo.
In 1990 who can dispel from our
minds when swim queen Tania Bugo
showed off her 13 gold haul which
left an indelible mark in our memory.
Tania - a precocious talent unveiled
by Sarawak during the Games won
a gold and two bronzes in the Asian
Age Group swimming meet in
Bombay when she was just 10 years
old. In athletics, there was Linda
Chin - a middle and long distance
sensation whose only defeat was
in the 800m where she lost to the
late Rabia Abdul Salam from the
Peninsular. In javelin, Sarawak had
an Orang Ulu thrower Kebing Apui
from Belaga who impressed then
visiting German coach Hans Peter
Thum with his sheer natural talent.
In silat, Sarawak made history when
two former Taekwondo exponents
Hii King Hung and Shirley Wong won
gold in their respective categories in
the ethnic Malay sports. In badminton
there was James Chua who later
became a Malaysian Open champion.
Such were the myriad of talents that
Sarawak Sukma 1990 produced.
Sarawak not only dominated in
their traditional strong sports like in
athletics, swimming, women hockey
and volleyball but also surprised their
own fans with gold in football - a
sport where the best achievement
after 1990 was making it to the
semifinals in 1996 in Selangor
Sukma. There were also several golds
in tennis where the Liew sisters of
Liew Meang and Liew Sheau Shan as
well as Gwendaline Chua stumped
the nation with their prowess.
However, Sarawak, famous for
producing a string of sprinters down
the years, did not have one in the
Games held at our own backyard. It
was not until the 1996 Sukma held
in Pahang where Watson Nyambek
the “Flying Dayak” stormed into
Malaysian history after a “duel of
the decade” or is it century with rival
Azmi Mahmud of Pahang. Watson
settled the score with a yard to spare
to beat the national sprint record
of 10.3 secs (handtimed) set by Dr.
M Jegathesan with an impressive
10.33 secs in the 100m in 1966.
This Sukma in Kuching, Sarawak
boasts two sub-11 seconds sprinters
- Nixson Kennedy and Jonathan
Sibu Indoor Stadium
Nyepa and even Sarawak Sports
Corporation CEO Dr. Ong Kong
Swee could not help his excitement
Tourism Sports
as Sarawak may even take the
4x100m relay event apart from the
century sprint.
Fast forward to 2016, 25 years later,
Sukma, which was once given a new
lease of life by Sarawak, is returning
to its rightful origin of “birth”.
Sarawak has promised to serve up in
hardly a year’s time. The Land of the
Hornbills won a hattrick of titles in
Sukma 1990, Sukma 1992 in Johor
and Sukma 1994 but lost footing a
little after that. Selangor took over
winning the next seven Sukmas in
1996 Pahang, played host in 1998,
Penang 2000, Sabah 2002, Negeri
Sembilan 2004 and Kedah 2006.
After that, Terengganu took over as
the leader in Malaysian sports by first
winning the Sukma 2008 held in its
territory followed by Melaka 2010
and Pahang 2012.
Kuala Lumpur surprised the
Malaysian Sukma fraternity, winning
the most gold (55), 38 silver, 50
bronze to run away with the overall
title as they swept all the medals in
rhythmic gymnastics.
Sarawak, who was pipped to the
title in 1996 Sukma by Selangor
with a single gold, played second
fiddle to Selangor for the next two
Sukmas in 1998 and 2002 and in
2004. In 2002 Sukma held in Sabah,
they were third behind Selangor and
Sabah. They were fourth placing in
Kedah Sukma 2006, then improved
slightly to third in Terengganu 2008.
But their worst showing was in
Melaka Sukma held in 2010 where
they managed only 33 gold, 49
silver and 47 bronze, and were
placed sixth - their worst showing
in the national games. During those
Games, athletics won only one gold
for the State.
The last two sukmas held in Pahang
in 2012 and Perlis two years ago saw
Sarawak making a steady climb back
into the reckoning as it was placed
fourth in Pahang with 42 gold 32
silver and 38 bronze and climbed
back to third position in Perlis. They
predicted a target of 55 gold before
the game up North and managed 47
gold - just eight golds short.
Sarawak officials are confident in
the coming Sukma of retaining
the supremacy in the Games, for
as the host State they have several
advantages. For one way of retaining
their titles as host, they have the
advantage of choosing optional
sports this time. They have left out
the multiple sports of kayak where
Terengganu used to rule the roost and
in which Sarawak had not won a single
gold or silver in the past two Games.
It will again rely in athletics with 42
gold at stake, swimming, diving,
wushu, tenpin bowling, Taekwondo,
tennis, pentanque. It even predicted
a grand haul of 72 gold, which could
help it retain the overall title.
The State also aims to make a
comeback in archery where it has
engaged the coach of 1990 success
Abdul Razak Yacob, cycling such as
BMX, road race and mountain bike,
shooting where it has engaged a
Russian coach. Even in badminton,
Sarawak officials are keeping mum
of their chances to land a medal or
even gold, as they will bank on their
twin hopefuls of Adam and Alfred in
the singles and doubles.
But it is in athletics and swimming
that Sarawak is expected to present
its powerhouse in the two sports,
as they may get as many as 10 gold
or even more although the athletics
officials prefer to give a conservative
count. Among the stars likely to
shine in the pool and take over from
the mantle of former Sukma hero
Henry Daniel Bego is SEA Games
gold medallist Welson Sim. Other
rising stars ready to make a splash
include Vernon Lee and Angela
Chieng to name just a few.
The conservative count is based on
Sarawak’s prowess in the field events
as in the throws. In hammerthrow,
Sarawak expects to sweep not only
gold but threatens to take the leaner
pickings of the silvers and bronzes
as well.
Grace Wong Xiu Mei, already a
bronze medallist in the SEA Games
held in Singapore in June 2015 is
expected to win the hammerthrow
event hands down. Grace, who is of
mixed parentage – (mother is from
Papa New Guinea and father a local
Chinese) had thrown further than the
Laos SEA Games winner during the
last Sukma held in Perlis. She will no
doubt be the star of the track-andfield meet in this coming Sukma.
However, the track and field events
with 42 gold at stake will be the
main focus for Sarawak’s where
it’s officials are quietly confident of
winning more than 10 gold. Beside
athletics, the bulk of gold medals is
predicted to come from swimming,
wushu, diving, weightlifting, tennis,
tenpin bowling and Taekwondo.
Also in the running are gymnastics
artistic, silat, archery, shooting,
pentanque, lawnbowl and cycling.
Even in women’s hockey there is
a ray of hope as hockey officials
are trying their best to prepare a
decent team for the showdown even
though they had not been successful
in their last three Sukma attempts.
Megalanes Batu Kawa
The State will be competing in 24
sports including swimming, diving,
athletics, football, hockey (men
and women), volleyball (men and
women), sepak takraw, weightlifting,
shooting, archery, cycling
(mountainbike, BMX and road
race), tennis, gymnastics- artistic
and rhythmic, squash, badminton,
sailing, wushu, silat, boxing,
taekwondo, pentanque, tenpin
bowling, lawnbowl and golf.
Come July 2016, the whole State
and Malaysia will be watching for
another spectacular sporting event
at the Sarawak Stadium.
For more information, please contact
Sarawak SPORTS CORPORATION
P.O.Box 2918, Petra Jaya, 93756 Kuching,
Sarawak, Malaysia.
+6082 311693
+6082 442668
[email protected]
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Entertainment
Bowling & beyond
at Megalanes
Adventure World
B
owling can be
more than just
a sport. In fact,
bowling can be
a great leisurely
game through which one can release
the stresses of everyday life. It offers
great fun for the whole family and
can bring people together.
At Megalanes Adventure World,
located at King’s Centre in Kuching,
everyone is invited and encouraged
to bowl, whether you are a serious
bowling athlete or enthusiast looking
to hone your skills, or you are simply
looking to have a bit of fun with
friends or colleagues.
More than just a bowling alley,
Megalanes Adventure World is
perfect for corporate events such as
company outings, get-togethers and
ice-breakers, friendly tournaments
and even product launches. Their
experienced event coordinators will
help you plan your company event,
from sorting out the catering menu
to listing down the activities, to fit
your needs and budget.
Kids may also have memorable
birthday parties held here. Megalanes
Adventure World offers two best-deal
packages that include unlimited
bowling (1 hour for the first package
and 2 hours for the second package),
shoe rental, printed invites or ‘thank
you’ cards, group photo for the
birthday child and 1 complimentary
game for the kids on their next visit.
Also included in both packages are
chicken wings, large French fries,
chicken pop and drinks.
Young bowlers who aspire to go
professional and become the next
bowling champion are more than
welcome to join Megalanes Adventure
World’s Superstar Youth programme,
which serves as a great stepping-stone
for the state-bowling programme.
Help your kids live their dream of
becoming a bowling superstar by
signing them up with the Superstar
Youth programme now. Who
knows? Your kid might just be the
next Jonathan Ding Sagan or Muhd
Syafiq Sajeli of Team Malaysia Elite!
Megalanes Adventure World
The King’s Leisure Complex, 3rd Floor Lot 7852 Section 64, Kuching Town Land District, 93300 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
+6082 454345 , 462264
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region. The 12.74-hectare area
for the storage facility will include
among others, 16 storage tanks to
house 64,000 metric tonnes of palm
oil, oil bays, pump house, boiler
house, laboratory, canteen, water
treatment plant and generator room.
T
anjung Manis gets
another feather
on its hat with the
earth-breaking
event for Palm Oil
Bulking Storage Facility on August 4,
2015, which is part of the Palm Oil
Industrial Cluster (POIC) projects for
the development of Tanjung Manis,
Sarawak’s most important centre for
economic development in the central
“The government is serious in the
development of Tanjung Manis into
a model township and will continue
to support the initiatives from the
private sector in cooperation with
STIDC and other agencies in such
development plans,” said Second
Minister of Resource Planning and
Environment Datuk Amar Awang
Tengah Ali Hasan.
According to him, the bulking
facility will also see an additional
Chief Minister of Sarawak (centre) at the earth-breaking event for
Palm Oil Bulking Storage Facility in Tanjung Manis.
Jewel of Sarawak’s
central region
Oil bulking facilities at
Tanjung Manis another milestone
to its planned development
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Kuala
Lassa
Kuala
Pulau Bruit
Lassa
REGIONAL MAP
Halal Hub
Daro
Tanjung Manis
Batang Lassa
New Township
REGIONAL MAP
Pulau Bruit
Kuala
Paloh
Halal Hub
Muara
Seredeng
Batang Igan
Paloh
Daro
Tanjung Manis
New Township
Batang Lassa
Muara
HALAL Seredeng
HUB
Batang Lebaan
SIBU
Loba Semah
Kuala
Paloh
Paloh
Batang Rajang
Batang Igan
Belawai
Kuala Belawai
Jerijeh Baru Rajang
Tanjung Manis
Kuala Rajang
HALAL HUB
Bintangor
Batang Lebaan
SIBU
SarikeiLoba Semah
Batang Rajang
Belawai
Kuala Belawai
Jerijeh Baru Rajang
Tanjung Manis
RM300 million investment on related
facilities in the area, including a
refinery with capacity of 1,200
metric tonnes per day, downstream
oleo chemical industry as well as
other integrated oil based industries.
All these will further strengthen the
POIC and will in turn add value to
the whole of Tanjung Manis and
surrounding areas.
“As a sign of the support from the
government, a grant of RM135 million
had been approved under the 10th
Malaysia Plan for the development of
the facilities in Tanjung Manis,” he
said, adding that the grant would
have a positive impact on STIDC’s
Tg Manis Integrated Port subsidiary
Pusaka Capital.
“In particular, the Tanjung Manis port
will see increase in activities when all
these facilities come on line. This is
in line with the Government’s aim of
making Tanjung Manis the main port
for the central region in Sarawak,”
he added. The Minister also stated
that the storage facility would be
expanded to cater to increasing raw
palm oil imported from neighbouring
countries, which will enhance both
the refining industry as well as export
trade in the centre.
To ensure that Tanjung Manis
continues to experience rapid growth
and development, the Government
Kuala Rajang
Bintangor
Sarikei
also conducted a review of the
strategic plans for the area and
duly submitted these under the 11th
Malaysia Plan initiatives. The relook
was necessary following the changes
in the development of the area, from
a mere timber processing zone to
industrial estate and township as well
a port. These new plans will transform
Tanjung Manis into the most
important centre of economic growth
in the central zone,” he stated.
In order for these plans to work, STIDC
has also put in place strategies to
complement the necessary changes.
Among the most obvious is the
setting up of the Tanjung Manis
Administration centre, which is to
oversee the whole project development
in Tanjung Manis. As such, housing
projects are being implemented to
cater to the increasing population
and expectations of residents while
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industrial projects like shipbuilding,
furniture and others are designated
special areas suited to their needs in
clusters to facilitate ease of services
and also development. Road links have
also been upgraded to cater to these
special areas, which will bring about
greater development and ease of
transportation.
“One main issue facing Tanjung Manis
previously was that of water supply.
Water had to be brought in for the
industries as well as residential areas
and this has now been resolved with
the construction of pipelines from
Sibu, which will ensure constant
and regular water supply to Tanjung
Manis. These pipe’ networks are
expected to be completed by 2016
which by then will see also the rapid
development of industries that require
vast amounts of water as well as
residential areas,” he stressed. “Also
upgraded will be the power supply,
which will see the electricity lines
being connected from Mukah towards
Tanjung Manis. When completed, the
power supply will sufficiently meet
the needs of the area,” he informed.
Telecommunications lines are also
being improved and upgraded to
cater to the growing expectations of
the area.
Tanjung Manis has also seen rapid
development of residential estates of
different specifications, catering to
the workers, service providers, officers
and executives. Majority of these
were initially set up with cooperation
and joint ventures with STIDC but a
number of private sector developers
have shown interest in the building
of homes and factories following
the greater pace of development at
Tanjung Manis over the past years.
The planned township as envisaged
by STIDC is also a contributory factor
for people to call Tanjung Manis
home as the residential areas are sited
close to nature with beautiful scenery
and tranquillity.
“It must be remembered that the
development of Tanjung Manis is
not only for the private sector but
public sector to be the main players;
STIDC has envisioned that the vast
hinterland surrounding Tanjung
Manis will also prosper equally,” the
General Manager of STIDC, Datu
Sarudu Hoklai pointed out. The
native residents around the area will
be the main suppliers for food and
labour, which will have immediate
impacts on their lives. With air
transportation available, people can
make day trips to and from the area,
which will enable other activities
related to tourism and eco-adventure
to also prosper in time to come.
“There are still much pristine areas
near to Tanjung Manis which can
be explored for tourism potential,”
the General Manager explained.
Naturally the native people living
around these areas will be the
ones who will act as tourist guides
to visitors keen to see these
natural habitats as well as coastal
areas known to be frequented by
migratory birds, sea mammals and
others, he added. According to him,
STIDC is highly optimistic that the
people of the surrounding areas will
gain most from the development of
Tanjung Manis as standard of living
will increase and more services will
be available to everyone.
For more information, please contact:
Sarawak Timber Industry
Development Corporation (STIDC)
Wisma Sumber Alam, Jalan Stadium,
Petra Jaya, 93050 Kuching,
P.O. Box 194, 93702 Kuching,
Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 473000
F: +6082 441169 , 442691
W: www.sarawaktimber.org.my
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Young orangutan using a leaf
to stay dry in the rain
Saving
the Great Ape
of Asia
T
he orangutans are
Asian species of
the Great Apes
known for their
intelligence, long
arms and reddish brown hair. Native
to Indonesia and Malaysia, they are
currently found in the wild only in the
rainforests on the islands of Borneo
and Sumatra. The name ‘orangutan’
is derived from the Malay word for
‘person of the forest’. There are two
species of orangutans - the Bornean
orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) which
is found on the island of Borneo and
the Sumatran orangutan (Pongo
abelii) which is found on the island
of Sumatra.
The orangutan is one of four ‘Great
Ape’ species which also includes
gorilla, chimpanzee and bonobo. It
is unique in that it is the only ape
occurring in Asia; the others being
of African origin. This large, red
ape is one of human being’s closest
relatives, sharing 97% of our DNA.
They are almost exclusively arboreal,
which means they spend most of
their lives high in the tree tops. In
fact, orangutans are the largest
arboreal animal in the world. A male
orangutan can weigh from 50 to
90 kilogrammes whilst the female
is smaller, weighing in at 30 to 50
kilogrammes. Orangutans may live
up to 45 years or more but they
can only have one offspring at a
time. They are the most solitary of
all the Great Apes with social bonds
occurring primarily between mothers
and their dependent offsprings who
stay together, the longest up to 8
years. Adult male and adolescents of
both sexes tend to live alone. They
Rehabilitation training
in the forest
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are largely fruit eaters and sleep in
nests in the trees which they make
from leaves and branches and hardly
come down to the ground; this
makes them different from other
Great Apes.
Orangutans are the most critically
endangered of the Great Apes due to
habitat loss and poaching. Every year,
orangutan habitats are lost through
the clearing of tropical rainforests
for timber, agriculture and other
development purposes. In addition,
illegal hunting and illegal animal trade
also contribute to the decline of wild
orangutan populations. Today, it is
estimated that only 2,000 to 2,500
individual orangutans remain in the
wild in Sarawak.
Semi-wild
orangutan keeping
watch over her
offspring at
Semenggoh
Wildlife Centre
Ganya, one of the juvenile semi-wild orangutans at Semenggoh Wildlife Centre
Numbers and iconic significance
aside, why should we care? The
importance of orangutans within
the rainforest ecosystem should
not be underestimated. Like
some other animals in the forests,
orangutans are considered to be of
the ‘Umbrella Species’, which means
that they are important to the health
of the forest and other living things
that they co-exist with. Orangutans
consume large amounts of fruit
and many of these fruits depend on
the orangutans for dispersal, which
is why they are sometimes called
‘gardeners of the forest’. Orangutans
are also culturally important to the
Dayaks of Sarawak; their legends
have it that people are descended
from the orangutan.
can be found. Communication,
Education and Public Awareness
(CEPA) activities involving local
communities and plantation
companies are also conducted in
areas adjacent to these TPAs.
CEPA activity in the longhouse
fact, this CCOE is an integral part
of the *RIMBA SARAWAK project
that was recently launched by
the Honourable Chief Minister of
Sarawak to underscore the State’s
strong commitment to biodiversity
conservation in
general and orangutan
conservation in
particular.
It is not easy to conduct
orangutan conservation
programmes. In addition
to commitment and
know-how, manpower
and money are needed
to run the CCOE and
rehabilitate as well as
care for orphaned or
displaced orangutans. Financial and
other assistance from the public
are needed to supplement existing
Government provisions for these
programmes as well.
Bornean orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus)
The establishment of a Conservation
Conservation of orangutans is of
Centre of Excellence (CCOE) for
utmost importance to the Sarawak
orangutan at Batang Ai National Park
Government, so much so that Totally
is another noteworthy undertaking
Protected Areas (TPAs) have been
by the Sarawak Government. In
established specifically
for their protection.
These TPAs include
Lanjak-Entimau Wildlife
Sanctuary, Batang Ai
National Park, Ulu
Sebuyau National
Park, Sedilu National
Park and Gunung
Lesong National Park.
The State, through
the Sarawak Forestry
Corporation (SFC) and
Forest Department,
has put in place
various conservation
programmes, the most
well-known being
the rehabilitation
What can
of orphaned and
you do to help?
displaced orangutans
at Semenggoh Wildlife
Those who wish to help may do so by participating in the various conservation
Centre and Matang
and sponsorship (including adoption) packages developed and operated by
Widlife Centre. Other
SARAWAK FORESTRY Corporation. All proceeds from these packages will be
programmes including
channelled to the Sarawak Wildlife Conservation Trust Fund. For more information
population monitoring
please contact SARAWAK FORESTRY Corporation at +6082 610088 or email to
and habitat studies are
[email protected]
also being implemented
at Batang Ai National
Park and Lanjak
*RIMBA is short for ‘Research for Intensified Management of Bio-rich Areas’
Entimau Wildlife Sanctuary where
natural populations of orangutan
www.sarawakforestry.com
SARAWAK FORESTRY Corporation
Lot 218, KCLD, Jalan Tapang, Kota Sentosa, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
+6082 610088 .
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56 Hotel, conveniently located at Lot 2228 & 2229,
Section 64, KTLD, Jalan Tun Jugah in Kuching, offers
affordability without compromising on quality, comfort,
style and functionality. Here, guests will experience true
Sarawak hospitality and personalised services.
Check-in to one of the hotel’s well-appointed rooms
and enjoy amenities like room service, laundry service,
scheduled shuttle service to shopping malls and city
centre, complimentary scheduled shuttle service to the
airport, complimentary Wi-Fi in lobby area, function
rooms, coffee house and all guestrooms, safe deposit box
at the front desk and 24-hour reception. It’s everything
you want in a hotel, minus the hefty price tag.
For reservation and enquiries, please contact us at
+6082 575 666 or email us at [email protected]
Lot 2228 & 2229 Section 64 Jalan Tun Jugah,
F: +6082 575 668
www.56hotel.com.my
Book your stay with us today
Lot 10 Boutique Hotel, Kuching
• Modern comfortable rooms • Free Wi-Fi • 24-hour reception
service • Complimentary parking • Tea/coffee making facilities
• LCD TV with cable/satellite channels • The Pipe Lounge also
open for breakfast, lunch and dinner • Close proximity to city
centre • Airport transfers at only RM5.99 per person/one way •
Best prices • Function room available
Call us for booking today or
simply book online!
Lot 10, Jalan Ban Hock / Jalan Central Timur, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 232228 F: +6082 236668
E: [email protected] W: www.lot10hotel.com
Experience Sarawak Cultural Identity at
Hotel Grand Continental Kuching
Live, Love, Laugh Every Moment With Us,
Be Pampered & Enjoy True Cultural Ambiance In The Heart Of Kuching.
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For reservation and enquiries, please contact Hotel Grand Continental Kuching or email us at [email protected]
Jalan Ban Hock, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
+6082 230 399
+6082 230 339
[email protected]
www.hotelgrand.com.my
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Entertainment
A
Stunning
ttention all bike
lovers – now you
can get genuine
accessories complete
with branded
apparels for your bikes and you at the
same time share a common bond with
other bike lovers in Miri at Stunning
Bike! This Stunning Bike outlet is
the first in Sarawak, operating since
February this year while the HQ is in
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Bike
Genuine parts
for bikes and
friendships for free,
now in Miri, Sarawak
“While the majority of people
visiting Stunning Bike are seasoned
bike owners, we also welcome new
bike owners to join in the activities
and learn from the pros as well as
experience convoy riding as part of the
activities for the outlet.” According to
him, these experienced bikers like to
share their knowledge and safety tips
with all new bikers, including women
who are the newbies in the industry.
“We are very pleased and happy to
have made lots of new bike friends
since our opening as this comradeship
is one of the main objectives of
Stunning Bike’s vision in setting up
the branch in Miri,” said Karl Wan,
Manager for Stunning Bike. “Sharing
our love for bikes of all types and
ranges, we organise trips, picnics and
other social activities to bring this joy
to people from all walks of life and you
also need not necessarily own a bike
to share in the company of friends.
We also don’t want people to form
negative opinions of bikers who are
rowdy or undisciplined as these are not
our style; we are promoting healthy
living lifestyle and enjoying it with our
bikes and friends,” he added.
Apart from the fun activities,
Stunning Bike’s new outlet is also the
place to get genuine parts for bikes
as the shop carries many accessories
and parts of various brand names
normally sought after by bikers
who want to customise their bikes.
Among the well-known names
available are Speed and Strength,
Chrome Industries, HJC, Tech Spec,
Racefit, Mivv, and Keiti. Also in
stock are premier helmets for your
selection.
“Safety is the most important issue
for many bikers, and hence using
genuine parts is a guarantee that
these will meet the specifications
for the particular bikes,” said Karl.
“It is definitely cheaper to buy other
compatible parts for your bikes made
in other countries but the question
to be asked is that of safety and
quality assurance. If these parts
failed when on a remote stretch of
the road, it would be troublesome
for a biker to get assistance. Safety
concerns play a part too. Therefore,
my advice to bike owners is to always
get genuine parts for their bikes from
the manufacturers or their agents as
they will give you peace of mind!”
he assured. So if biking and getting
to know new friends is your agenda,
make your way to Stunning Bike and
see for yourself!
For further
information, please
visit our store at
Lot 2086, Jalan
MS1/1, Marina
Square,Marina
ParkCity, 98000
Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia.
+685 321665
www.stunningbike.com
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For business
or pleasure,
Tanahmas Hotel
is The Place
120 rooms of international
standards and comforts with
Air-conditioning, Private
shower area, Satellite TV (Astro
channels), Free Wi-Fi services,
International Direct Dial (IDD)
telephone, Business desk,
Mini bar, Coffee/tea making
facilities and Electronic Safe.
Centrally located,
brand new furnishings in
all Standard, Deluxe and Superior
Rooms at competitive prices. Clean
rooms with fully equipped modern amenities like
TV, Coffee/tea making facilities, hot shower and free
Wi-Fi inside of the hotel. Excellent and efficient services to
make your stay enjoyable and relaxing!
Suitable for business and pleasure, individuals, families or
groups, with facilities for seminar, conferences or meetings
with seating capacity of 100 (theatre format).
Choose from favourite local
and continental fares at the
cosy Peppers Café, savour
the finest HALAL Chinese
cuisine at Loong Jin
Restaurant or grab a
quick bite at Grains
Bakery.
Book and stay with us,
we promise your stay to be
comfortable and pleasurable.
Facilities in room:
LCD TV with 21 channels, Free wi-fi inside the hotel,
Personal adjustable air-conditioning units, Hot shower,
towels, Tea/Coffee making facilities, Safe box & writing
desk.
No. 175, 175A-C, Jalan Sekama, 93300 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 347799 F: +6082 346799 E: [email protected]
Online booking, please log on to
www.dorsetboutiquehotel.com
Lot 277, Block 5, Jalan Kampung Nyabor, P.O. Box 240 96007 Sibu,
Sarawak, Malaysia. Tel: +6084 333188 Fax: +6084 333288
Email: [email protected]
www.tanahmas.com.my
Entertainment
BEACH
REPUBLIC
Children- &
family-friendly
Situated in Luak Bay along the South
China Sea, Beach Republic is set up
with the family in mind.
With many facilities available at Beach
Republic, you can enjoy great family
time together, either have a swim or
play water games at the outdoor pool,
work out in the fully-equipped gym,
or test your stamina with a round of
basketball, beach volleyball or soccer.
Feeling hungry after all the fun and
activities? Do not fret..the Burger
Joint offers one of the best burgers in
town along with other local favourites.
Grab a drink, feel the breeze in your
hair and relax by the wooden deck
overlooking the sunset.
The Malibu Hall
and Maldives
Hall are good
venues for
meetings and
seminars,
accommodating
40-60 persons
at any one time
in classroom or theatre style set-up.
With a picturesque seaside
backdrop, Beach Republic is also an
ideal location for wedding receptions,
birthday parties, corporate annual
parties and others.
Barbell Rebellion
Opening in October 2015
Check us out.
See you soon!
Beach Republic Resorts Sdn Bhd
Lot 334, Block 5, Lambir District
98000 Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6085 424040 F: +6085 414040
www.beach-republic.com.my
Opening hours: 11:00am to 11:00pm (weekdays) & 10:00am to 11:30pm (weekends & public holidays)
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Retail Therapy
Hotel
Enjoy a comfortable stay at
Seri Simanggang Hotel
A
comfortable stay in
Sri Aman, Sarawak is
guaranteed at the division’s
only three-star accommodation,
Seri Simanggang Hotel. Standing at
10 storeys high, the hotel is easily
the tallest structure in the quaint
waterfront town of Sri Aman.
The hotel offers 158 comfortable
rooms, including three suite options
(Junior Suite, Executive Suite and
Presidential Suite). Each room is
equipped with amenities including
coffee & tea making facility, flat
screen television with cable TV, mini
bar, wi-fi and laundry services. Of
course you get to enjoy the extras
when you stay in the suites. Do
check with the hotel receptionists for
more details on this.
Seri Simanggang Hotel boasts a
vast banquet hall that caters for 80
tables and can be converted into five
smaller halls. On the second floor,
there are five meeting rooms perfect
for smaller business meetings and
corporate functions.
Sarawak Laksa. The western dishes,
like chicken chop, are a favourite
with many and hailed as one of the
best in Sri Aman. Besides the a la
carte menu, guests can also enjoy a
variety of entrée, main and dessert
selections from the buffet counter.
Strategically nestled in Sri Aman’s
new development, the hotel is
within close proximity to the town’s
attractions such as the newly
restored Fort Alice, the oldest
heritage building in Sri Aman, and
the town’s waterfront where the
famous Pesta Benak (Tidal Bore
Festival) is held every year.
Seri Simanggang Hotel’s Seri Benak
Cafe offers great selections of
local cuisines, like their delightful
The hotel is complemented with
an attached shopping mall which
houses a supermarket, a SuperSave
store, as well as various F&B outlets
and various other shops offering a
variety of products, so shopping is a
breeze for guests.
Lot 1518, Block 2, Plot 49, Simanggang Town District, 95000 Sri Aman, Sarawak, Malaysia.
[email protected]
+6083 322 699
www.serisimangganghotel.com
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+6083 322 799
Food
Coup de Grill
R
elish in a
delightful choice
of international
dishes in one of
Bintulu’s muchloved gastronomic
destinations, Coup de Grill. Located
in bustling Bintulu Sentral, the
eatery is a hot spot for diners who
absolutely adore French, Greek,
Italian and Mediterranean cuisines,
as well as newly added American
dishes. Vegetarians also love the
selection of dishes specially created
with them in mind.
The restaurant boasts a cosy
ambience, with earthy hues
dominating its interior, from the
walls to the tables and chairs. It’s a
great place for families, couples and
buddies to come and enjoy great
food at affordable prices.
First-time diners ought to
start off with their signature
dishes. Their Braised Lamb
Shank is highly recommended.
Slow-braised for three hours
in a homemade lamb sauce,
the meat is “off-the-bone”
tender and is just bursting
with flavour!
Avid fans of beef
will love their Sirloin
Steak. Imported straight
from New Zealand, a
juicy slab of chilled PS
aged beef striploin is
grilled to perfection,
according to your liking.
The restaurant recommends medium
rare or medium doneness for the
best texture and a steak that is
immensely tender and juicy.
If you prefer chicken, their CDG
Chicken Cordon Bleu will definitely
tickle your fancy. Unlike the usual
deep-fried chicken cordon bleu,
Coup de Grill’s version features
smoked turkey ham wrapped in
boneless chicken leg and roasted
until the skin turns crisp and golden
brown in colour. A special cream
sauce completes the dish.
Coup de Grill is particularly proud
of its pizza selection. Highly
recommended is the Seafood
Supreme Pizza,
which includes
scallops, mussels,
prawns and squid
freshly baked on a thin crust
handmade pizza with a delicious
pesto sauce. Simply the best!
As for pasta lovers, the Chicken and
Shrimp Diablo is a must-try. It’s a
decadent combo of delicious panseared chicken and plump prawns atop
creamy pink sauce smothered linguine.
For good food with a great
ambience to match, head on
down to Coup de Grill, located
at No. 88 Bintulu Sentral,
97000 Bintulu. The restaurant
opens daily from 5pm to 11pm.
For more information, call
+6086 332 382, send an email
to [email protected] or
check out www.facebook.com/
coupdegrill.
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Food
Pure
gastronomic
bliss at
Boulevard
Restaurant
Kuching
I
ndulge in some of the best
Chinese cuisines Kuching
has to offer, at Boulevard
Restaurant Kuching.
Favoured for having the ‘best dim sum
in town’, this non-halal establishment
boasts traditional Shanghai-style
interior, with spacious private rooms
for get-togethers and functions. The
centrepiece of the restaurant is a
large painting depicting a breathtaking misty mountainscape that
inspires peace, serenity and awe.
From 10am to 5pm Monday through
Saturday, and from 9am to 5pm
every Sunday, enjoy delectable dim
sum selections and mouth-watering
Chinese barbecue. For dim sum,
customer’s favourite Pork & Shrimp
Belly with Skin in Boulevard’s special
sauce. A perfect slab of pork belly
with skin on is cooked to tender
perfection in a glistening sauce for
several hours, resulting in meat that
is so tender, flavourful and rich.
Dumpling (Siew Mai) is a must. One
bite and the fresh flavours come
through instantly, tempting you to
go for another piece, and another
after that!
The Salted Egg Custard Bun offers a
perfect combination of fragrant, fluffy
steamed bun and a rich, sweet filling
of salted egg custard. Yam Puff, BBQ
Pork Chee Cheong Fun and Baked Egg
Tart are among other must-trys.
The restaurant’s BBQ Mixed Platter
is perfect for those who just can’t
decide on what to have. It offers all
the good stuff, including Crispy Pork
Belly, Roasted Duck, Deep-fried Pork
Roll and BBQ Honey Pork.
Also try the restaurant’s a la carte
menu, served daily from 11am to 2pm,
and from 5pm to 9.45pm (last order).
Guilty pleasure comes in the
form of the restaurant’s
signature Tung Poh
Rou Braised Pork
Their Deep-fried Shelled Prawns with
Pumpkin Butter Sauce is to-die for. Deshelled and de-veined, deep-fried and
then smothered in a sweet, savoury
and creamy butter pumpkin sauce, the
dish is just pure decadence.
Other must-trys include Deep-fried
Homemade Spinach Beancurd with
Anchovies, Stir-fried Eight Treasures
with Garlic and Braised Fish Maw
Dumpling with Black Moss, just to
name a few.
Experience pure indulgence at
Boulevard Restaurant Kuching,
Boulevard Shopping Mall Kuching
(New Wing - Lower Ground Floor),
Jalan Datuk Tawi Sli. For details, call
+6082 588889 or email to enquiries@
boulevard-restaurant.com.
*Also check out the restaurant’s ‘Value Set Lunch’ and ‘Dim Sum Set’ daily
except weekends and public holidays.
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Hotel
T
he Eastwood Valley
Golf & Country Club
has everything you’ll
ever want. Golfing
greens and practice
range, swimming pool with rowing
boats in the lake, sauna rooms, team
building facilities and jungle trekking
for the adventurous are just some of
the things to do here.
Eastwood
Valley Golf
& Country
Club
Miri’s premier
venue for golfing,
fun, relaxation
and luxury
The dining venue overlooks the lake
and offers splendid food all day long.
Catering service for big events like
weddings and family reunions are
also available at the Club.
Luxurious rooms from single to deluxe
and family to longhouse are available.
All rooms are equipped with modern
amenities and comfortable beds for a
good night’s rest.
Lot 1379, Block 17, Jalan Miri-by-pass,
98000 Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Tel: +6085 421010 Fax: +6085 417858
Email: [email protected]
www.eastwoodvalley.com
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Food
A
t Bistecca & Bistro,
each meal lets
you experience
delightful flavours
in a wonderful
setting of the nifty eatery.
Just as its name suggests, customers
can expect to find a host of Italian
dishes here, along with other culinary
creations infused with flavours from
different parts of the world.
Take a seat and soak in the ambience
- table arrangements that are easy on
the eyes, colour and décor scheme
that evoke a sense of calm and
cosiness, and soft lighting that allows
you a little privacy while still letting
you appreciate the visual appeal of
the food served on your table.
Those new to the place might find
it tough to decide on what to order.
If you find yourself caught in such a
situation, you might want to start off
with the following.
Lamb Steak - Sink your teeth into
Bistecca & Bistro’s juicy and mouthwatering lamb steak, served on
a bed of vegetables and creamy
mashed potatoes.
like Bistecca & Bistro’s take on this
beautiful dish.
Fish & Chips - Bite into Bistecca &
Bistro’s version of the iconic British
dish and you might find yourself
falling in love with it.
Finish off with some dessert and
wash it all down with some hot tea
or refreshing juices and cold drinks
from the menu.
Linguine Aglio-Olio Seafood - Pasta
lovers will adore this dish, whose
delicate flavours are easy on the
palate but the entire
dish is satisfying at the
same time.
Zuppa di Mare Savour the robust
flavours of this
Italian seafood soup.
A perfect choice
especially when it
starts to get a little chilly.
Spaghetti Bolognese - Who hasn’t
heard of this famous Italian pasta
dish? Have a go at it and see if you
Bistecca & Bistro is located at
Jalan Sena 8, 96000 Sibu, Sarawak
and opens daily from 12 noon to 3pm,
and from 6pm to 12 midnight. For
more information, call 084 239703
or check out their Facebook page at
bisteccaandbistro.
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Food
Standing the
test of time
I
n 1995, the Taiwanese tea
culture was brought to
Sarawak by an idealistic
couple, via their tea house which
they named ‘Life’.
The tea house changed hands in 1999
and is known since as ‘Life Café’. The
new owners kept the original concept
of the tea house but introduced local
specialities to the menu.
freshly cut scallions. Customers may
also choose their preferred level of
spiciness, from XS to XL.
The menu presents more than just the
signature Spicy Noodle dish. Diners
can choose from a variety of dishes,
including recommended items like
the Lamb Special (a spicy, hearty lamb
stew), Ham and Cheese Pancake from
the snack/side order menu, crunchy
Baby Kailan in Life’s Sauce, and the
must-have Fried Chicken Dumpling
- one of many recommended items
from the wonton/dumpling section
of the menu.
To drink, choose from their impressive
selection of fine teas or opt for other
hot and cold beverages.
to a successful Private Limited
company whose business extends as
far as across the South China Sea,
where a branch was set up in 2010
in Skudai, Johor.
For more information, contact
Life Cafe Kuching Sdn Bhd (HQ),
Lot 8961, Section 64, KTLD, Jalan
Sekama, 93200 Kuching, Sarawak,
Malaysia at +6082 337939, or visit
www.lifecafe.my.
Its second outlet opened to the
public in 2009 at Brighton Square
along Jalan Song in Kuching, while
the latest outlet, located at Train
Terrace, Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi
Adruce, Kuching started receiving
customers in 2011.
Opens Daily
Chinese
Museum
Life Café
Ewe Hai Street
Kueh Seng
Onn Temple
Star
Cineplex
Tua Pek
Kong Temple
Life Café has gone from a simple tea
house on Ewe Hai Street in Kuching,
A mention of Life Café brings to
mind its signature dish - Life’s Spicy
Noodle. The noodles are homemade
using white flour and other natural
ingredients. The noodles are coated
perfectly with Life’s original spicy
sauce, made with chillies, Sichuan
pepper oil and a unique blend of
spices. The dish is topped with
minced meat and mushrooms, as
well as bok choi, fried onions and
• Life Café @ Brighton Square,
Jalan Song (10.00am - 11.30pm)
• Life Café @ Train Terrace,
Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce (11.00am - 10.00pm)
• Life Café @ Ewe Hai Street,
(11.00am - 9.30pm)
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Ground Floor, Hotel Capital, Jalan Haji Saman, 88813 Kota Kinabalu.
PO Box 146, 89407/Likas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. T/F: +6088 232231 E: [email protected] (Opens daily from 10.30am to 11.00pm)
www.littleitaly-kk.com
Food
Blissful
biryani,
delightful
dessert
at
R
W.O.L
Library
Café
ecently refurbished
W.O.L Library Café
at the State Library
(Pustaka Negeri
Sarawak) in Kuching
prides itself in serving some of the best
halal food Cat City has to offer.
Besides their must-trys like Bandung
Goreng and Nasi Aruk Dang Esah,
diners will love their Biryani W.O.L.
Just mildly spicy and beautifully
balanced in flavour, it is perfect
for diners who love biryani but
can’t handle spiciness. The rice is
complemented with a delicious
vegetable curry and curried meat
of the day (chicken, lamb or beef).
Highly recommended, their chicken
curry is succulent and cooked
perfectly, and is what sets their
biryani dish apart from the rest.
After a hearty meal of biryani, have
a slice of their Labu Sri Kaya Bonda,
the owner’s family’s traditional recipe.
A whole pumpkin is deseeded, filled
with homemade Sri Kaya and steamed
until the flesh becomes tender. Served
chilled, the Labu Sri Kaya Bonda is a
perfect end to any meal.
Complement all that with a glass
of their refreshing ice-blended
beverage. Choose your favourite out
of the several options available in
their menu.
W.O.L Library Café (W.O.L stands
for Window On the Lake) features a
stylish modern contemporary setting,
with dark hues dominating the walls,
ceilings and buffet-island, and clean
design lines for an edgy look and feel.
Garden style stone tables and iron
chairs offer a nice contrast, while
potted plants add a refreshing
garden feel, contributing to a relaxed
dining atmosphere.
Plush sofas are placed at one corner
of the restaurant, just next to the
door that opens up to the outdoor
dining area. And the vast lake right
outside is certainly a sight to behold.
W.O.L Library Café is located at the
Sarawak State Library, Jalan Pustaka,
93050 Kuching, Sarawak. It opens
daily except public holidays, from
8am to 6pm.
The café also provides catering services
for various functions and parties.
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Food
F
ounded in 2005,
Taiwanese franchise
Chatime is one of the
world’s top beverage
companies, with
more than 800 outlets worldwide
including Taiwan, China, India,
Macau, Vietnam, Singapore, Hong
Kong, Thailand, Korea, Philippines,
Indonesia, Australia, Dubai, Canada,
UK, the US and Malaysia.
Chatime Malaysia revolutionises the
tea drinking culture, introducing
freshly brewed beverages served in a
stylish and modern way to our shores
in October of 2010.
Only high quality tea leaves and
fresh ingredients are used, with
no preservatives added to any of
Chatime’s beverages. And drinks
are prepared on the spot using
sophisticated tea and coffee machines
to ensure optimum quality.
Chatime in Malaysia is an awardwinning, industry-recognised brand
that has been labelled as Brand
Laureate SMEs Best Brands Award
winner for 2014 and awarded the
Brand of the Year - Tea Category
2014/2015 by World Branding
Awards, London.
Chatime Malaysia has recently
extended its reach to East Malaysia,
with two outlets in Sarawak (Chatime
tHe Spring Kuching and Chatime
CityOne Megamall) and two in
Sabah (Chatime City Mall KK and
Chatime IMAGO Sabah), as well as
an upcoming outlet set to open in
VivaCity Megamall Kuching.
Its extensive menu offers exciting
choices from its Signature Pearl Milk
Tea, Modern Milk Tea, Healthtea
Fresh Brew, Coffee Specialtea,
Chocolatea, Smootea and Iced
Fruitea series. Sparkling Tropical QQ
(QQ being a combination of pearls
and coconut jelly) is also available,
with refreshing choices including
Grapefruit QQ, Lychee QQ, Mango
QQ and Passionfruit QQ.
Chatime
Malaysia,
in support
of budding
local talents,
has made available
its Chatime Thirstea
loyalty membership/
prepaid card in limited
edition designs by young
Malaysian artists. The lifetime
membership/prepaid card not
only allows its holder to enjoy great
benefits such as complimentary
drink upon sign-up, birthday
tokens, access to monthly
promotions, as well as BPOINTS
collection and partial redemption
but also is a prepaid card where
the prepaid value called Thirstea
Ringgit allows the cardholder to
make purchases at all Chatime
outlets in Malaysia.
As part of the launch of Thirstea
Ringgit, a new promotion is offered
to reward customers who try out the
new payment channel. With every
10 cups of Chatime drinks purchased
using the new Thirstea Ringgit,
customers can then enjoy one FREE
drink worth RM6.50.
For more information on Chatime
Malaysia, the Chatime Thirstea
card as well as current updates
and promotions, log on to www.
chatime.com.my.
Chatime CityONE • MG31, Ground Floor,
No.1 CityOne Megamall, Jalan Song, 93350
Kuching, Sarawak.
Operating hour : 10am to 10pm daily
+6082 532 998 / +6012 8887775
Chatime The Spring • Lot 201, 2nd Floor,
The Spring Shopping Mall, Persiaran Spring,
9300 Kuching, Sarawak.
Operating hour : 10am to 10pm daily
+6082 239 552 / +6012 8887775
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Hotel & Movies
come
stay
with us
when in
Bintulu
A cosy Boutique Hotel, located
right in the city centre with easy
access to tourist attractions and
restaurants.
Forty-eight pleasantly decorated,
comfortable rooms with essential
amenities, mini-bar, safe, colour TV
with international channels, showers
with hydrojets of types, single, twin,
queen, king, family and executive
rooms to suit your choices.
Call us today for a room rate that
you cannot resist!
Owned by Bintulu City Mall Sdn Bhd
No. 4, Wisma PRC, Jalan Tun Razak, Tanjung Batu, 97000 Bintulu, Sarawak, Malaysia.
+6086 338838
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[email protected]
www.starcineplex.com.my
Star Cineplex: provide higher visual and auditory enjoyment
Dolby Stereo 7.1 lifelike HD Digital 2D & 3D!!
f i l m Preview
MON, TUES, THURS, FRI (3D - RM12 • 2D - RM8) •
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Tel: 6 082 234 077
THE MARTIAN
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi Director: Ridley Scott
Stars: Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain, Kristen Wiig
Synopsis: During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut
Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and
left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and
finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet.
With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his
ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to
signal to Earth that he is alive...
OCT
• 2015 •
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*All booked ticket must be collected 45 min
before showtime.
JAMES BOND:
SPECTRE
SNOOPY & CHARLIE BROWN:
THE PEANUTS MOVIE
Genre: Action, Adventure, Thriller Director: Sam
Mendes Stars: Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz, Ralph
Fiennes
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family
Director: Steve Martino Stars: Francesca Capaldi,
Noah Schnapp, Venus Schultheis
Synopsis: A cryptic message from BOND’S past sends
him on a trail to uncover a sinister organisation. While
M battles political forces to keep the secret service
alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal
the terrible truth behind SPECTRE...
Synopsis: Snoopy embarks upon his greatest
mission as he and his team take to the skies
to pursue their arch-nemesis, while his best pal
Charlie Brown begins his own epic quest back
home...
NOV
• 2015 •
DEC
• 2015 •
something New at
SCR&SCRXpress Restaurants
Familiar with SCR &
SCR Xpress Restaurants?
The consistency in the taste and quality of food
at any SCR and SCR Xpress outlet is a known
fact that you can be assured of.
YES!
So Dont Wait!
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For further information, please contact:
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SCR Timberland
+6082663031
SCR Kota Samarahan
+6082420785
SCR Song Thian Cheok
+6082457320
SCR 4th Mile
From now on TEABREAKS at SCR Restaurant is going to
be different. At SCR Timberland, SCR Kota Samarahan
(Desa Ilmu), SCR Xpress Song Thian Cheok and SCR Xpress
Everrise 4th Mile, you can expect to savour these new items
in the menu:
• ABC
• Singapore Style Rojak
• Toasted and fresh bread butter kaya
• Lemongrass Jelly and Beancurd Pudding
You also get to try homemade mackerel and mulong fishball
soup with kolo mee and claypot rice at SCR Xpress Song
Thian Cheok and SCR Xpress Everrise 4th Mile.
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No slowing down for
Taka Cake House
takacakehouse
Batu Kitang
+6082 626336
Matang
+6082 646888
Satok
+6082 415698
RH Plaza
+6082 577636
Eastmoore
+6082 428363
Stutong
+6082 363663
+6082 573366
King’s Centre
Sukma Ria
+6082 510363
Lee Ling
+6082 646108
MJC Batu Kawa
+6082 593663
BDC
+6082 466363
Bandar Riyal
+6012 8893136
Batu Kawa Emart
+6019 9933636
Since it first started
operating from
a little outlet
at Jalan Satok,
Kuching in 1986,
homegrown bakery
Taka Cake House
has made quite a
name for itself. In fact, Taka is today one
of the top choices among the locals where
confectioneries are concerned.
Always striving to deliver the best products
to its customers, Taka Cake House uses
fresh, high quality ingredients and employs
qualified bakers trained by professionals
from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Taiwan,
Denmark, Hong Kong and Japan.
Taka Cake House will be celebrating its
30th anniversary in 2016. And after almost
30 years in the business, the confectioner
shows no signs of slowing down.
Health
Kidney
failure and
adequate dialysis
I
n Malaysia, the number
of patients suffering
from end-stage kidney
failure has increased
at an alarming rate
of approximately 6,000 new
patients per year. At the same
time, approximately 3,500 dialysis
patients died per year mostly due
to cardiovascular diseases and
infection. As of December 31st,
2013, the total number of kidney
failure patients receiving dialysis
was 32,000 in Malaysia. This is
currently approximately 2,000
end-stage kidney failure patients
receiving dialysis treatment in
Sarawak alone. Patients with end
stage kidney failure depend on
kidney replacement therapies such as
haemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
to sustain their life.
Dialysis treatment is usually carried
in a hospital dialysis unit or some
independent out-of-the-hospital
outpatient dialysis unit. A typical
dialysis patient receives 12 hours
of dialysis treatment per week. The
number of hours spent in the dialysis
unit is approximately 11% of the
patient’s waking hour in a week.
To ensure that all dialysis patients
receive adequate dialysis treatment,
we routinely monitor a dialysis
parameter called “Kt/V” which
represents dialysis adequacy for
our dialysis patients. International
guidelines in dialysis agrees that a
Kt/V of equal to or greater than 1.2 is
an acceptable number which means
the patient is receiving adequate
dialysis treatment. This test is a
simple blood test that is carried out
before and after dialysis treatment.
Some newer dialysis machines can
even measure this Kt/V online during
the process of dialysis without the
need for blood sampling. The Kt/V
is one of several key performance
indicators that Normah Medical
Specialist Centre (NMSC) carries
out to ensure high quality dialysis
for our patient. There are also other
performance indicators that NMSC
measures to ensure that individual
dialysis is adequate, such as quarterly
measurement of calcium, phosphate,
haemoglobin, urea and creatinine.
There are many patients who receive
dialysis but how do we know that the
dialysis is adequate for them? It is
through these performance indicators
that we can determine whether the
dialysis session is appropriate for the
individual patient or not. NMSC as
an internationally accredited hospital
is required to measure and record
all these performance indicators for
individual patients in order to show
that dialysis patients receive proper
quality and standard of care. This is
very important, as dialysis is a means
to an end. What outcome is affected
by the dialysis is important. The
primary outcome that we are looking
for is to improve quality of life and
increase the survival of these patients.
In summation, the number of endstage kidney failure patients is on the
rise in Malaysia. Kidney replacement
therapy (including haemodialysis,
peritoneal dialysis and kidney
transplant) is the standard of care
for this growing group of patients.
To ensure good quality dialysis
treatment, we routinely monitor
important dialysis performance
indicators to guide us on the
adequacy of dialysis we provide to
our end-stage kidney failure patients.
With adequate dialysis treatment,
the quality of life of this group of
unfortunate patients can be improved.
Haemodialysis Center, 2nd Floor, Normah
937 Jalan Tun Datuk Patinggi Haji Abdul Rahman
Yaakub, Petra Jaya, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Emergency Line: +6082 311999
General Line: +6082 440055
General Fax Line : +6082 442600
www.normah.com.my
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The newest
‘kid’ on the
block!
Opening IN OCTOBER
The Waterfront Hotel is the latest
addition of Hotels in Kuching. Offering
the same comfort and luxury for
less that 360 Hotels management is
renowned for.
Opens for booking soon.
www.thewaterfrontkuching.com
The Waterfront Hotel
L4-68, Plaza Merdeka Shopping Centre, 93000 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Health
Minimally invasive
colorectal
greater
surgery offers
benefits
Early detection is crucial if treatment
and surgery were to be successful.
And while the traditional method
of surgery to remove the affected
parts of the colon and rectum
requires an incision of between
15cm and 25cm to be made on the
abdomen, leaving a rather nasty scar
afterwards, patients nowadays have
a more feasible option of undergoing
minimally invasive colorectal surgery.
olorectal cancer is a
growing health threat
here in Malaysia. In
fact, it is the second
most common type of
cancer after breast cancer, and affects
men more than it does women.
Dr. Shehab Phung Chee Wei,
Consultant General, Laparoscopic
& Robotic Surgeon at Kuching
Specialist Hospital explains: “Surgery
causes stress to the body. The more
incisions there are the more stress
they cause to
the body. And
when there’s
more stress
to the body,
the recovery
time will be
prolonged.
The World Health Organisation’s
2008 Globocan report revealed that
one in 33 Malaysians face the risk of
developing colorectal cancer.
With minimally invasive
surgery, invasiveness
is cut down, scars are
reduced and most
C
importantly, the recovery
process is faster.
Minimally invasive colorectal surgery
uses highly advanced technology
including a miniature camera and
specialised equipment that go into
the abdomen via thin tubes known
as trocars, which are inserted via
small incisions measuring between
0.5cm and 1cm. The entire process
is displayed on a monitor with the
images enlarged, thus allowing
greater accuracy.
“Pain is lessened, you can start to
move around faster and your body
will get used to it better, and it is
cheaper in the long run as recovery
time will be cut short and you
can get back to work sooner,” he
added. Other benefits include fewer
post-surgery complications and early
return of bowel functions.
While awareness on this method
is still low among Malaysians, it is
hoped that many would come to
learn of its benefits and choose to
go for minimally invasive colorectal
surgery in the future.
KUCHING SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
(A Member of KPJ Healthcare Berhad Group)
Lot 10420, Block 11, Tabuan Stutong Commercial Centre, Jalan Setia Raja, 93350 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 365777, 365030 (Emergency Line) F: +6082 364666 E: [email protected]
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Landscape
outdoor environments, which resulted in
the creation of beautifully crafted walls
formed by the different colours and
foliage shapes of the plants. Their green
walls are fitted with automated irrigation
systems, making them thrive almost on
their own with little maintenance.
Aesthetic
green walls
Ideal for indoor or outdoor,
these walls add to the beauty
of any environment
D
o you know that green walls help to
lower temperature of your building, act
as green screens that allow air-flow, and
are ecologically sustainable? These ‘walls’
are specialised landscape pieces that
are planted with living plants in modular units and can be
arranged to form unlimited patterns on plain walls, fences,
screens and facades of buildings and houses. They also
add aesthetically pleasing features to any building, are very
versatile and can be specifically designed. Besides, these
green walls can be implemented either outdoors or indoors!
Plantscape Resources Sdn Bhd, a Kuching-based Landscape
Architectural firm is among the first to successfully introduce
this green technology in Sarawak. They have over the years
identified and experimented with many different plant
species (indigenous and exotic) to suite both indoor and the
Currently, Plantscape
Resources Sdn
Bhd’s cliental base
ranges from private
residential owners
who understand the
importance of green
walls in their every
day life, to architects
and developers who
appreciate living walls as part of their
design and effort to green the built
environment. It is also noteworthy that
green walls are a must in developed
countries such as Singapore, Hong Kong,
the USA, and in Europe as they contribute
to the green building index requirements.
Why not drop by Plantscape Resources
premises to view their green walls
and show gardens, which is set within
the compound of a wooden prewar bungalow at No 1 Sungai Priok,
Pending, Kuching, Sarawak. You are
assured of a pleasant welcome with
great ideas included on landscaping the
home or office building!
For further information, please visit our
show gardens at No.1, Jalan Sungai Priok,
Pending, 93450 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
T: +6082 453 106
F: +6082 462 570
W: www.plantscape.com.my
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People
Sarawak’s
Pride in
MasterChef
Asia
Meet Jasbir Kuar,
Sarawak’s very own contestant
representing Malaysia in the
ever-popular cooking show
MasterChef Asia. In her
recent interview with Borneo
Talk, Jasbir shared her thrills
and spills in her dream come
true opportunity of a lifetime.
MasterChef Asia is now
airing every Thursday at 9pm
on Lifetime (Astro Ch 709).
Why did you want to join
MasterChef Asia?
I have always been a fan of all the
MasterChef shows on television and
when the opportunity arose, I was
encouraged by my husband and
children to try out as a contestant. I
also wanted a platform that would
give me a voice to help promote
healthy cooking and eating.
How long have you been cooking?
I have been cooking since the age
of 8 or 9. Coming from a Punjabi
family; my mother insisted that I
learn to make chappatis and some
vegetarian curries to appease my
mother-in-law one day when I got
married. So that’s how I ended up in
the kitchen learning to cook.
What goes through your head
when you have to do a Mystery
Box challenge, when you have to
cook on the spot with a bunch of
surprise ingredients?
For a Mystery Box Challenge,
I personally look for a familiar
ingredient that I have worked with
before or have some knowledge of
and make it my base. I then add or
eliminate other ingredients that I
think will or will not go well with it.
This helps me to create a dish with
the limited ingredients available.
How do you work through
a pressure test? Was there a
moment that you feel like you
cannot go through another
pressure test again?
Every day you are faced with a
pressure test. The pressure of
creating the best dish and staying in
the competition for as long as you
can is stressful. There were many
moments when I felt that I could
not go through another day but my
husband’s advice of taking one step
at a time and not get overwhelmed
helped me through these moments.
How is your relationship with all
the other participants?
All 15 of us have become the best
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People
increased your confidence in
cooking?
I have a whole new perspective on
food and the show after joining
MasterChef Asia. It is easy to sit on
the sofa at home and comment about
everything I saw on the MasterChef
shows but actually being on one and
experiencing it was a whole new ball
game. I have learned so much about
myself. I learned that I can cook really
well under pressure and the skills and
tips learned from the 3 judges will help
me for the rest of my cooking career.
Would you share your experience
and knowledge with your children
or any others? How do you intend
to share the experiences?
I would love to share my experience
and knowledge of cooking with my
children and others.
As a caterer I would love to expand
my business to cater to more people.
I also conduct cooking and baking
classes from home for both young
and old cooking enthusiasts. I would
love to write a cook book for young
mothers and busy adults. A weekly
or monthly column in a magazine or
newspaper would be a wonderful
way to share my knowledge of
healthy eating too.
How does it feel to be in the
inaugural show of MasterChef
Asia? Were there any sacrifices
that you have to make in order
to be there?
It’s an honour and privilege to be part
of the inaugural show of MasterChef
Asia. I also feel pride in representing
Sarawak. I have lived here for over
29 years and have grown so fond of
the food and people.
Finally, what would your advice
be for future contestants?
Take the opportunity; join MasterChef
Asia Season 2! Let it pave the way for
your future. Be brave and reach out
to your dreams. Age should never be
an excuse. Look at me, I just turned
55 and am still learning and enjoying
every moment!
of friends; I can say friends for life.
When you go through a competition
like this; bonds form that are hard
to break. We shared pain, sorrow,
joy and laughter together during the
whole competition.
Are you grateful to be one of the
privileged few to learn and cook
with/for these 3 highly-rated
judges?
I really feel privileged to have the
opportunity to cook for and learn
from Susur Lee, Bruno Ménard and
Audra Morrice. If I had not joined
MasterChef Asia I would never have
gotten the opportunity to meet
them, let alone cook for them.
Having them taste my food was a
dream come true and an honour!
Having participated in
MasterChef Asia, do you think
that the opportunity had
broadened your perspective,
knowledge and skills towards
cooking and at the same time
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Education
Emerging
Interests
At Taska Manna it’s
about Care and Education
for the young ones
A
midst the hustle
and bustle of
today, it is tricky
to balance our
children’s wellbeing. A brighter future awaits
them, as long as parents can provide
a good start. Some are spoon-fed to
ensure early success.
Can we nurture the Love of
Learning that is so great that they
will continue to strive to attain a
higher level of knowledge? Could
the real gauge of success be a
combination of this self-motivated
Love of Learning, with the 100%
score or the A+; rather than the score
alone? How would one ensure that
their child/children continue to have
the Love of Learning?
This Love of Learning should
be instilled from a very young age.
Observation is a good start with plenty
of exposure. Early Childhood Educators
are now equipped with sufficient
skills to assist a child in ensuring their
continued Love of Learning.
How does one determine the type of
care to ensure this continued Love
of Learning in a play-based
environment for a young child? How
to determine which babysitter or Taska
will do the job?
The major difference between
these choices is the level of care
and education. These are both
important but are frequently in direct
competition. To have the best level of
care is to have the traditional nanny
or full day babysitter, while
to have the best level of
education is to have the full-fledged
early learning based day care, which
are highly commercialised.
Most Taskas lean towards education.
However, neither care nor education
can be neglected and are equally
important. So, who and how can both
care and education be balanced?
The third type of care intricately
balances both care and education,
and is known an Early Childhood
Education Centre.
Coupling Early Childhood Educators
with an Early Childhood Education
Centre, with the appropriate play
based learning syllabus; one can be
sure that the Love of Learning
will be instilled and nurtured to
greater heights. The simple task
of identifying a child’s Emerging
Interest is the best beginning. When
one loves what one does, one will
excel in it. This approach opens many
doors of opportunity for the child
from the youngest possible age; all in
a subtle play-based approach.
The example of this being carried
out to perfection is the Montesorri
System. The critical balance between
care and learning is intricately carried
out daily.
They say that it takes an entire village
or community to raise a child. Thus,
a child needs plenty of exposure and
a variety of experiences with different
environments and people.
Taska Manna is a Catholic-based Early
Childhood Education centre that
provides the balance of care AND
education. Please feel free to drop by
and see for yourself how we nurture
the Love of Learning in our
children, whom we are blessed to
have been entrusted to provide Early
Childhood Education.
No. 126, Mabel Garden, Lorong Laksamana Cheng Ho No.2, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
+6082 577 160 | +6012 8892 126 (Grace Wong) | E: [email protected]
taska.manna | W: www.taskamanna.com
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