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Borneo Post
5 days ago
- Politics
- Borneo Post
97 Miri groups receive RM601,100 in MRP grants to boost community development
Lee (second left) presents an MRP cheque for Musolla Al-Azhar of Lutong Fire Station, received by station chief Henry Jugah. MIRI (July 26): A total of 97 non-government organisations (NGO), associations, religious bodies, and clubs here have been awarded Minor Rural Project (MRP) grants amounting to RM601,100. The grants were presented by Sarawak Transport Minister and Senadin assemblyman, Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin, during a two-session ceremony today, due to the high number of recipients. In his speech, Lee emphasised the importance of unity and inclusivity, urging all people – regardless of race or background – to work together as one community. 'Unity among all Sarawakians is the most important factor in driving the state's continued development and prosperity,' he said. 'Whether you are Penan, Kelabit, Orang Ulu, Indian, Malay, or Chinese; if you are born and live here, you are Sarawakian,' he added. Lee noted that the MRP grants are meant to complement existing government programmes, particularly in promoting unity and creating more job and business opportunities. He also praised Sarawak Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg for the state's ongoing infrastructure transformation, citing the successful completion of 16 bridges statewide. 'We now have 16 completed bridges fully funded by the Sarawak government – no more ferries, even long bridges over one kilometre have been built,' Lee said. He also announced that a 17th bridge has been approved for Miri, stretching 1,850 metres from Miri Golf Club to the Miri City Council area. 'Miri tidak kalah lah (Miri is not left behind),' Lee quipped. 'I told our Premier that Bintulu has its iconic bridge, so Miri deserves one too.' Lee also thanked the residents of Miri for their support in making the recent Sarawak Day celebration a success. 'All the events went smoothly with the cooperation of everyone. Well done to the people of Miri,' he said.
New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Health
- New Straits Times
500m plunge at Mulu National Park: Elderly hiker survives with head injuries
KUCHING: A 75-year-old man was airlifted to hospital with head injuries after plunging 500 metres while hiking Gunung Api in Mulu National Park. A spokesman for the operations centre of the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) of Sarawak said they received an emergency call regarding the incident at 12.45 pm on Thursday and deployed the Mountain Cave Search and Rescue team from the Marudi Fire and Rescue Station to the site. The victim, identified as 75-year-old Elisa Paul @ Lisa Paul, a member of the Kelabit ethnic group, is believed to have fallen while hiking with a group of tourists in the Camp 5 area of the national park, Bernama reported. "The rescue team provided initial treatment to stop the bleeding from his head. He was conscious when found. "We requested air transport, and he was airlifted to Miri Hospital by a helicopter from Layang-Layang Aerospace Miri Sdn Bhd," said the spokesman. Gunung Api is one of the three main mountain ranges — the other two being Gunung Mulu and Gunung Benarat — located within Mulu National Park in Miri. It stands over 1,750 metres high and is renowned for its unique limestone formations, known as the Mulu Pinnacles, making it one of Sarawak's most challenging climbing routes.
The Sun
7 days ago
- Health
- The Sun
Elderly man injured in 500m fall at Mulu National Park
KUCHING: A 75-year-old man sustained severe injuries after falling approximately 500 metres while hiking Gunung Api in Mulu National Park. The Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Sarawak operations centre received an emergency call at 12.45 pm and immediately dispatched the Mountain Cave Search and Rescue (MOCSAR) team from Marudi Fire and Rescue Station. The victim, identified as Elisa Paul @ Lisa Paul from the Kelabit ethnic group, was hiking with a group of tourists in the Camp 5 area when the accident occurred. 'The rescue team provided initial treatment to stop the bleeding from his head. He was conscious when found,' said a JBPM spokesman. Due to the remote location, air transport was requested, and the victim was airlifted to Miri Hospital by a helicopter from Layang-Layang Aerospace Miri Sdn Bhd. Gunung Api, standing at over 1,750 metres, is part of the three main mountain ranges in Mulu National Park, alongside Gunung Mulu and Gunung Benarat. It is renowned for its challenging limestone pinnacles, attracting adventurous climbers. - Bernama
The Star
7 days ago
- Health
- The Star
Elderly man seriously hurt in 500m fall at Gunung Api at Mulu National Park
KUCHING: An elderly man suffered serious injuries after falling about 500 metres while hiking Gunung Api in the Mulu National Park on Thursday (July 24). A spokesman for the operations centre of the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) of Sarawak said they received an emergency call regarding the incident at 12.45 pm and deployed the Mountain Cave Search and Rescue (Mocsar) team from the Marudi Fire and Rescue Station to the site. The victim, identified as 75-year-old Elisa Paul @ Lisa Paul, a member of the Kelabit ethnic group, is believed to have fallen while hiking with a group of tourists in the Camp 5 area of the national park. "The rescue team provided initial treatment to stop the bleeding from his head. He was conscious when found. "We requested air transport, and he was airlifted to Miri Hospital by a helicopter from Layang-Layang Aerospace Miri Sdn Bhd,' said the spokesman. Gunung Api is one of the three main mountain ranges - the other two being Gunung Mulu and Gunung Benarat - located within Mulu National Park in Miri. It is over 1,750 metres high and is famous for its unique limestone formations known as the Mulu Pinnacles, making it one of Sarawak's most challenging climbing routes.- Bernama
Barnama
7 days ago
- Barnama
Elderly Man Seriously Hurt In 500m Fall At Gunung Api In Mulu National Park
KUCHING, July 24 (Bernama) -- An elderly man suffered serious injuries after falling about 500 metres while hiking Gunung Api in the Mulu National Park today. A spokesman for the operations centre of the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) of Sarawak said they received an emergency call regarding the incident at 12.45 pm and deployed the Mountain Cave Search and Rescue (MOCSAR) team from the Marudi Fire and Rescue Station to the site. The victim, identified as 75-year-old Elisa Paul @ Lisa Paul, a member of the Kelabit ethnic group, is believed to have fallen while hiking with a group of tourists in the Camp 5 area of the national park.
