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Borneo Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Sibu RC Powerboat Race attracts 759 participants, eyes Malaysia Book of Records
Porkan (left) sounds the horn to mark the launch of the Sibu International RC Powerboat Race River Challenge. SIBU (July 14): The Sibu International Remote Control (RC) Powerboat Race River Challenge, held at Pulau Li Hua Waterfront, has attracted a record-breaking 759 local and international participants, setting the stage for a potential entry into the Malaysia Book of Records. According to Sibu Resident Abang Mohamad Porkan Haji Abang Budiman, this year's edition welcomed participants from Perlis, Selangor, Sabah, Labuan, Sarawak, and as far as Brunei and Thailand. 'Such an extraordinary number of participants is not only a significant milestone for the Sibu Division, but also for Sarawak and Malaysia as a whole,' he said, expressing optimism that the event could become a prominent annual feature at the regional and national levels. Porkan noted that the event does more than unite water sports enthusiasts as it also helps to position Sibu as a vibrant hub for recreational and competitive tourism. 'The official Certificate of Recognition from the Malaysia Book of Records will be presented during the event's closing ceremony this Sunday evening,' Porkan announced during the launching of the event today. 'I hope all participants will give their full cooperation to race officials and the event secretariat to ensure our effort to achieve this prestigious record is successfully realised,' he added. Porkan also encouraged participants and visitors to take the opportunity to explore Sibu's cultural richness and natural charm, noting the event's broader role as a catalyst for tourism and local economic growth. Beyond the high-speed excitement of the powerboat races, the event also featured community-focused programmes, including a children's coloring contest, a creative waste competition in collaboration with Pustaka Negeri Sarawak (Sibu Branch), and a special programme for 20 children from the Methodist Children's Home. 'These initiatives reflect a spirit of inclusivity and social care — values that are crucial in building a compassionate, inclusive, and progressive society,' Porkan said. He extended his appreciation to the Sarawak Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts for its RM100,000 grant, as well as to key sponsors and dignitaries who contributed to the event's success. These included Deputy State Minister of Public Health, Housing, and Local Government and Pelawan assemblyman Datuk Michael Tiang; Bawang Assan assemblyman Dato Sri Wong Soon Koh; Ngemah assemblyman Allan Siden Gramong; KTS Trading Sdn Bhd; and Hock Peng Realty Sdn Bhd.
Borneo Post
21-06-2025
- Business
- Borneo Post
Mobile Rahmah Sales brings discounted essentials to Bawang Assan
File photo shows a previous Rahmah Mobile Sales event in Sibu, attended by Ling (third right). SIBU (June 21): The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) Sibu Division is hosting the Mobile Rahmah Sales today, taking place at the Bawang Assan community hall from 9am to 2pm. Special assistant to Sibu MP Oscar Ling, Irene Wong, said the programme would offer selected daily food items at discounted prices to help ease the people's financial burden. 'It is a well-received and much-needed welfare initiative for the public,' she said. 'If the prepared food items are sold out early, the programme may end ahead of schedule, as items are available only while stocks last,' she added. According to Wong, the mobile sales are mostly held in suburban or remote longhouse areas far from the town. 'It aims to care for and support the needs of the people in these areas, in line with the government's mission of promoting public welfare,' she added. bawang assan kpdn lead Mobile Rahmah Sales oscar ling
Borneo Post
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
Selangau lass Nani Saban crowned 'Kumang Gawai Dayak' at Sibu Division celebration
Nani flanked by Nelly (left) and Amenda (right) in a photo with the prizes. SIBU (May 25): Nani Saban from Sekuau, Selangau was crowned as 'Kumang Gawai Dayak' at the Sibu Division pre-Gawai Dayak celebration held here last night. She walked away with RM4,000 in cash, a trophy, a sash, a hamper and a certificate. The 'Lulong' title (first runner-up) went to Nelly Mujan Rogelio from Sungai Asap, Belaga, who received RM3,000, along with a sash, a trophy, a hamper and a certificate. The 'Selinggar Matahari' (third place) went to Amenda Alannie Ambrose Luta from Pasai Siong, Sibu, who received RM2,000, a sash, a trophy, a hamper and a certificate. Seven other participants—Natasha Malviana Nyandang, Fravelian Jelika Radi, Adreana Filsie Sanau Anselm, Manisha Vyonnie Gelebat, Juliana Ungan Merayang, Olivia Ceilo Oliver, and Anesonia Aking—each received RM800 and a certificate as a consolation prize Sri Aman MP Dato Sri Doris Sophia Brodie, who was the guest of honour at the event, presented the prizes to the winners. Kumang Gawai Dayak lead Sibu Division pre-Gawai Dayak celebration
