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Borneo Post
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
National costume competition highlights Borneo heritage and creativity
The top three winners in the Miss & Mister Crocker Range national costume contest. KENINGAU (July 1): The national costume competition held in conjunction with Miss & Mister Crocker Range Season 8 lit up the night at Dataran Keningau, was one of the highlights of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (PMKS) Carnival and the Crocker Range Festival. Jointly organised by the PKMS Carnival and The Crocker Range Festival committee, the competition featured a vibrant display of traditional and modern-themed costumes. It showcased the uniqueness of Borneo ethnic identities and mythology, strengthening fashion as a medium for mainstreaming cultural heritage. Fame Lim was crowned winner of the Mister Crocker Range with his costume themed 'The Tale of Bujang Senang', designed by Affendy Ariffin (Madonna). The Miss Crocker Ranger title went to Divya Flavia Chai who donned the Madon-designed attire 'The Myth of Nunuk Ragang'. The first runners-up were Alphonsus Marcellinus (Legend of Gombunan, Dusun Liwan Hero – Vellary Aduk) and Dovindra Ashley Alvin (The Power of Lundayeh – Dexter Dylan Dunstan) in the men and women categories respectively. As for the third placing in both contests, the winner were Khairul Samsuddin (Head Hunter Warrior – Remy Nana) and Feinny Khoo Kim Ni (Mythical God Liwan – Queen Bee Attire).
Daily Express
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Express
Crocker Range Festival set to return June 26
Published on: Thursday, June 05, 2025 Published on: Thu, Jun 05, 2025 Text Size: Festival organising chairman Rafie Robert said the initiative aims to provide a free and inclusive experience for all visitors, strengthening intergenerational ties and community spirit. KENINGAU: The Crocker Range Festival (TCRF) is set to return for its 8th season with a vibrant four-day celebration from June 26 to 29 at Dataran Keningau, featuring a dynamic mix of cultural showcases and community programmes. The event is expected to draw both local and national attention, especially from tourists and culture enthusiasts, with its focus on celebrating the rich ethnic heritage of Sabah's interior. Advertisement This year's festival will include traditional performances, craft competitions, ethnic sports, and highlight programmes such as the popular Miss & Mister Crocker Range pageant and an exhibition of local products. New to this year's edition are three added components – the Sabah Cultural Fiesta, Keningau Youth Fiesta, and Kids Fiesta. Festival organising chairman Rafie Robert said the initiative aims to provide a free and inclusive experience for all visitors, strengthening intergenerational ties and community spirit. 'An exclusive performance by two acclaimed local ethnic artistes, Alena Murang and Belle Sisoski, is set to be one of the main highlights of the event, with both expected to captivate the audience through traditional music that celebrates and elevates Borneo's rich cultural heritage. 'We are excited to carry forward the legacy of TCRF as a platform to celebrate our culture and foster community unity. Having incredible talents like Alena and Belle join us will add depth to the cultural experience,' Rafie said. He added that the festival also offers a meaningful opportunity for local entrepreneurs to showcase and sell their products directly to the public, contributing to rural economic growth. TCRF 2025, he said, is more than a cultural celebration – it is aligned with the State Government's vision of strengthening tourism as a key driver of economic development under the Sabah Maju Jaya (SMJ) Development Plan. 'This is a holistic effort to enhance tourism, preserve cultural identity and boost the local economy,' he said. The public is encouraged to attend and experience the vibrant cultural diversity of Sabah during the event. For more information, visit the festival's official Facebook page at or contact the organising secretariat at 019-8523303. * 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. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
