Taman Oriental to get new life as community park
Published on: Fri, Jul 11, 2025 Text Size: The space serves as a reference model for future public space developments across the state. Kota Kinabalu: The Ministry of Local Government and Housing Sabah (KKTP) has initiated the revitalisation of a 1.2-acre open space in Taman Oriental, Penampang under the 12th Malaysia Plan (RMK-12), aimed at turning it into a public recreational area for the local community. The project is funded by the Sabah State Government under the Landscape Development Programme and is implemented by the Penampang Municipal Council (MPP). The upgraded space is designed to function as a neighbourhood park and playground, and to serve as a reference model for future public space developments across the state. This is part of a wider effort by the Ministry to improve landscape infrastructure in urban and rural areas. Similar projects have already been completed in Papar, Beaufort, Kuala Penyu, Tongod, Semporna, Nabawan and Kudat. The Landscape and Sustainability Sector of KKTP, which initiated the proposal and planning, said the efforts are aligned with the Ministry's development goals and town planning policies. The initiative supports Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11, which focuses on inclusive, safe and resilient human settlements. The Ministry is headed by Datuk Seri Joachim Gunsalam, who is also the Deputy Chief Minister II. The Landscape and Sustainability Sector is led by Nurulhayati Awang, under Deputy Permanent Secretary II Stanley Chong and Permanent Secretary Datuk Dr Jamili Nais. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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