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Daily Express
07-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Express
Pulau Gaya can emulate Tuaran's multi-million cockle farming initiative
Published on: Tuesday, July 08, 2025 Published on: Tue, Jul 08, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: 'These efforts will create jobs, empower youth with modern fisheries skills and elevate Tanjung Aru and Pulau Gaya as hubs for quality seafood.' Kota Kinabalu: Tuaran's multi-million ringgit cockle farming initiative could be emulated in Pulau Gaya to boost local livelihoods, while solar energy could help resolve longstanding utility issues, said Dr Ritchie Jay Cheng, a committee member of Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (PGRS) Tanjung Aru. He said by embracing the potential of aquaculture and seafood processing, coastal communities here can boost livelihoods and support the local tourism supply chain,' he said during a donation of 50 life jackets to licensed fishermen on the island, last Sunday. 'The RM34.4 million in annual revenue potential complements Sabah's millions of tourists. 'We want downstream maritime economies to thrive alongside the booming tourism sector, ensuring that all players, including fishermen, benefit equitably. 'These efforts will create jobs, empower youth with modern fisheries skills and elevate Tanjung Aru and Pulau Gaya as hubs for quality seafood. 'This complements the Sabah Blue Economy Council's agenda to develop fisheries and tourism responsibly.' He noted that his team had found many fishermen lacked proper safety gear, often heading out to sea without life jackets. 'This is our first initiative of its kind, and we hope it will inspire and uplift the community. We hope GRS Tanjung Aru continues championing coastal communities and unlock long-term economic potential for a stronger Sabah.' Dr Ritchie said Pulau Gaya's long-standing utility issues could be addressed through renewable energy solutions. 'In my view, solar is the way forward. If each household is equipped with a solar panel, we can significantly reduce their reliance on conventional power sources,' he said. On politics, Dr Ritchie reaffirmed PGRS Tanjung Aru's readiness to support Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) in the upcoming State election. 'We will stand by our GRS allies, whether we contest together or go solo. Either way, we're ready,' he said, adding that the division currently has over 90 active branches. * 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
Free Malaysia Today
07-07-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Police hunt driver in Jalan Tuaran hit-and-run accident
Tuaran police chief Noraidin Ag Maidin said the case is being investigated for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving. PETALING JAYA : Police are hunting for the man responsible for a hit-and-run incident on Jalan Tuaran-Kota Kinabalu in Sabah that killed a pedestrian on Saturday. According to Buletin TV3, a 39-year-old man was pronounced dead while undergoing treatment for injuries to his head and body at the Tuaran Hospital. Tuaran police chief Noraidin Ag Maidin said police are conducting an investigation to track down the driver who fled the scene. He said the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving. Noraidin said several individuals have had their statements recorded to assist in the investigation. He urged those with information to contact Insp Haffiz of the Tuaran police headquarters at 011-61600964.
Malay Mail
07-07-2025
- Malay Mail
Tamparuli woman found murdered with neck and head injuries, Sabah cops arrest suspect with mental health history
TUARAN, July 7 — A woman was found dead with multiple injuries to her neck, head and both eyes, believed to be the victim of a fatal assault with a sharp weapon at a house in Kampung Tenghilan, Tamparuli, on Friday. Tuaran district police chief Supt Noraidin Ag Maidin said the 41-year-old victim was a local, and police have arrested a 47-year-old suspect, on the same day. 'The suspect, also a local, is believed to have mental health issues and had previously received follow-up treatment at a healthcare facility. However, the motive is still under investigation,' he said in a statement yesterday. Noraidin said a post-mortem was conducted today at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital's Forensic Unit, and the case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. The offence carries the death penalty, or imprisonment of no less than 30 years and not more than 40 years, and whipping if convicted. Members of the public who have information about the incident are urged to contact the Tuaran Police Hotline at 088-794313 or the nearest police station. — Bernama
Malay Mail
07-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
GRS ready for Sabah polls, says Hajiji — but seat talks still pending
TUARAN, June 7 — Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS) is fully prepared to face the 17th state election, said its chairman, Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. Hajiji, who is also the Chief Minister, said GRS has conducted a series of training sessions across constituencies and state assembly areas to strengthen the coalition's election machinery ahead of the polls. 'Clearly, GRS is ready. We have established our election machinery and conducted several rounds of training in preparation. 'However, discussions on seat allocations have yet to take place,' he told reporters after officiating the Aidiladha sacrificial ritual at the Tuaran District Police Headquarters today. Also present were Sabah Minister of Rural Development, Datuk Jahid Jahim; Assistant Minister of Tourism, Culture and Environment, Datuk Joniston Bangkuai; and Tuaran Police Chief, Supt Noraidin Ag Maidin. The Sabah Legislative Assembly will automatically dissolve on Nov 11, ending the five-year term that began with its official opening by Sabah Yang Dipertua Negeri Tun Juhar Mahiruddin on Nov 12, 2020, paving the way for the 17th state election. Commenting on the cooperation with Barisan Nasional (BN) for the upcoming election, Hajiji said GRS remains open to discussions with the party's leaders. 'The last time I met the BN chairman (Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi) was before the fasting month. While political matters were discussed, there have been no further talks on collaboration or related issues since then. 'There is no issue with meeting; I have great respect for all friends, especially the BN chairman, and we are very open on this matter,' he said. However, he said any party-related matters, including the 17th state election and potential cooperation with other parties, must first be discussed with the GRS Supreme Council before any decisions are made. — Bernama
Malay Mail
17-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Sabah man gets 16 years, 10 strokes for raping daughter over eight-year period; court confirms DNA link to victim's child
KOTA KINABALU, May 17 — An elderly man was sentenced to 16 years' jail plus 10 strokes of the cane by a Sessions Court here today for raping his biological daughter since she was eight years old and gave birth to his child. The 64-year-old accused had raped the victim until she was 16. She is now 26 and the child resulted from the rape is now aged 10. The accused pleaded guilty before judge Amir Shah Amir Hassan to committing the offence at the end of 2014 at an unnumbered house in Tuaran. He was convicted under Section 376(3) of the Penal Code which carries a jail term of up to 30 years and whipping, upon conviction. The court heard that he victim lodged a police report on February 4 which led to the arrest of the accused on the same day. A DNA test result revealed the accused is the biological father of the victim's child. The accused was unrepresented. — The Borneo Post * If you are experiencing sexual violence, the following hotlines offer free and confidential support: Talian Kasih at 15999 or WhatsApp 019-2615999 (24/7); All Women's Action Society at 016-2374221/016-2284221 (9.30am-5.30pm); and Women's Aid Organisation (WAO) at 03-30008858 or SMS/WhatsApp TINA 018-9888058 (24/7)
