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Borneo Post
12-07-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Opar constituency gets RM670,000 boost for RTP projects
Billy (fifth left) and other officials gather for a group photo during the site visit. – Ukas photo LUNDU (July 12): A total of RM670,000 has been allocated for five Rural Transformation Programme (RTP) projects in the Opar constituency, following the official site handover ceremony yesterday conducted by Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang. According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the site visits were organised by the Lundu District Public Works Department and involved Kampung Temaga Dayak, Kampung Temaga Melayu, SMK Lundu, Kampung Raso 1, and Kampung Raso 2. The site handovers marked the beginning of implementation works for each RTP initiative, aimed at fulfilling the needs and expectations of the local communities. Among the projects is a RM250,000 upgrading of the Kampung Temaga Dayak community hall and RM70,000 for upgrading works at Masjid Darul Iman in Kampung Temaga Melayu. In addition, RM200,000 has been allocated for the second-phase upgrading of the dining hall at SMK Lundu. Two other projects include the RM50,000 repair works for the Women's Bureau kitchen building in Kampung Raso 1 and RM100,000 to upgrade the parking area at the multipurpose hall in Kampung Raso 2. The total value of the five RTP projects handed over during the visit is RM670,000. Billy Sujang lead Opar projects RTP
Borneo Post
30-06-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
Rara culture deserves greater recognition, promotion, says Opar rep
Billy (left) joins two men dressed in Rara traditional costume for a photo. – Photo from Sarawak Public Communications Unit KUCHING (June 30): The unique culture of the Rara community, a small Bidayuh sub-ethnic group, deserves greater recognition and promotion, despite their presence being concentrated in only three villages within the Lundu district, said Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang. Speaking at the the Ngelayakng Daunt Bonos 2025 programme in Kampung Pasir Tengah, Lundu on Saturday night, Billy pledged his full support for any initiative aimed at uplifting and preserving the identity and traditions of the Rara. 'At the recent Narakng Salako Rara programme in Lundu, the Rara community performed the distinctive Bari' Dance, which left a lasting impression on the attendees. 'The Bari' Dance will be featured at next year's state-level Gawai Dayak celebration in 2026 to showcase the Rara community's cultural richness,' he said. The Rara, along with the Salako community, are two Bidayuh sub-ethnic groups residing mainly in Lundu and Sematan districts. During the same event, Billy also officiated the opening of the newly upgraded 'Rumah Adat' (traditional house) of Kampung Pasir Tengah, which was fully restored and enhanced this year. Also present were Pemanca Allen Manium Enggang and Penghulu Kutong Enggang. Bidayuh Billy Sujang culture lead Rara community sub-ethnic group
Borneo Post
28-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Over RM1 million in MRP, Unifor grants disbursed for Opar's development
Billy (third right) presents a grant cheque to a recipient at the Opar Constituency Service Centre in Lundu. — Ukas photo KUCHING (June 28): A total of 49 Minor Rural Project (MRP) grant cheques and five grants from the Unit for Other Religions (Unifor), amounting to over RM1 million, were presented during the Unifor and MRP grant presentation ceremony for the Opar state constituency, held in Lundu yesterday. According to a report by the Sarawak Public Communications Unit (Ukas), the cheques were officially handed over by Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang to representatives of the respective recipient organisations. The report stated that the MRP grants disbursed totalled RM405,600, benefitting associations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and KEMAS kindergartens within the Mas Gading parliamentary area. In addition, Billy also presented Unifor grants amounting RM720,000 to five religious institutions of various denominations operating within the Opar state constituency. The recipients of the Unifor grants included Persatuan Penganut Apostolik Kuching, Kampung Sebako; St Jacob's Chapel, Kampung Temaga Dayak; St George's Church, Kampung Bokah; St Jude's Church, Kampung Stom Muda; and Rumah Adat Kampung Semapu. 'The handing over of these grants is part of the state government's ongoing efforts to ensure that community development and public facilities are implemented in a comprehensive and inclusive manner, regardless of religious or ethnic background,' Billy emphasised. Also present at the ceremony were community leaders Pemanca Allen Manium Enggang and Penghulu Wang Ering, along with other invited guests. Billy Sujang lead MRP grant Opar Unifor
Borneo Post
14-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Skills-based programmes key to tackling youth drug issues, says Opar rep
Billy (second right) presents the mock cheque for the MRP grant to Sim, as Albert (left) and Tan look on. MIRI (June 15): Constructive and skills-based programmes are crucial intervention tools in the rising youth involvement in drug-related issues. This was highlighted by Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang when met after a visit to the Domino Academy here recently, where he praised the academy for offering impactful initiatives in financial literacy, community service, entrepreneurship, and soft skills training. 'All these would further position the academy as a crucial force in building socially-conscious future leaders. 'Have faith in what you do, remain humble, and always serve with sincerity. Leadership begins with values and a sense of responsibility to the community. 'Real development is not just about running programmes, but about shaping a generation that leads with integrity, compassion and conviction,' he said in a brief remark. The visit underscored the state's commitment to youth development and showcased how collaboration between community leaders and local organisations such as Domino Academy could create impactful change at the grassroots level. During his visit, Billy handed over a Minor Rural Project (MRP) allocation of RM31,311 to the Miri Domino Charity Association. The grant was meant to support the 'Experiential Leadership and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp' slated for this Aug 23-24 in Kuching. The programme would focus on practical learning and values-based leadership, and targets youths from the Opar constituency. Also present were the association's vice president Sim Poh Giap, secretary Zoel Tan, committee member Albert Lawrence as well as the academy's trainees and interns. Billy Sujang Domino Academy drugs lead youth
Borneo Post
21-05-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
Opar rep calls for increased monthly allowance for community leaders, village chiefs to RM1,700
Billy says this has been discussed in several recent House sittings, but no decision has been made by the government so far. – Ukas photo KUCHING (May 21): Billy Sujang (GPS-Opar) has proposed that the allowances for community leaders and village chiefs (KMKKs) be increased to at least RM1,700 per month, equivalent to the minimum wage in the public sector. He said the proposal is timely and necessary to recognise the vital role played by KMKKs in coordinating government programmes, maintaining village harmony, and helping vulnerable groups such as the elderly, persons with disabilities, and low-income families. 'With a more reasonable allowance, they would be more enthusiastic to carry out their duties, while producing more quality and dedicated grassroots leaders,' he said in his Motion of Appreciation to the Yang di-Pertua Negeri at the State Legislative Assembly (DUN) sitting today. According to Billy, the issue of allowances for KMKKs has been discussed in several recent House sittings, but no decision has been made by the government so far. 'KMKKs are an important link between the government and the current monthly allowance rates are RM1,300 for Pemanca, RM1,100 for Penghulu, and RM900 for Ketua Kaum. 'These amounts are no longer seen as commensurating with their responsibilities, workload, and time commitment,' he said. On another matter, Billy drew the attention of the august House to the condition of Lundu Hospital, one of the oldest hospitals in Sarawak. He noted that the building is now more than 60 years old, with the majority of its facilities outdated and no longer suitable for a functioning healthcare facility. 'This is unacceptable for a community that deserves better healthcare services. 'Given the new hospital site is already prepared, my fellow colleague from Tanjong Datu Azizul Adenan and I had brought up this issue in the august House last year, urging the federal government to approve and allocate funds for the construction of a new Lundu District Hospital. 'Modernising our healthcare facilities is not just an improvement; it is a necessity for providing quality healthcare to our residents,' he said. Billy Sujang community leaders DUN monthly allowance Opar village chiefs
