Volume 17 (Oct' 11 - Dec '11) – Newest issue
INSIDE:
BY WOMEN FOR WOMEN
The evolving role of women in Malaysia has certainly come a long way to reach a status where women empowerment plays an important part in the development and progress of our nation, community and family. In lieu of this, a National Women Day has been gazetted on August 25 in appreciation of Malaysian women’s involvement and their achievement to the development of the nation.
“The state level Women’s Day celebration will be held in October this year and various programmes and activities will be organised including an Open Day at Wisma Wanita as well as activities in the district or divisional level,” said Sarawak Women’s Bureau (SWB) Director Norjanah Haji Razali.
SARAWAK REGATTA / IWWF WAKEBOARD WORLD CUP
Among all the sailing and racing event in Malaysia, the aristocrat of them all surely the Sarawak Regatta. Dating back early to as 1872 when the event was first recorded in Sarawak Gazette, the Sarawak Regatta had been around even much longer as a cultural sport event for early communities living in and around the small town of Kuching. Since then, Sarawak Regatta had been a premier water sport event for the State, with distinct historical and cultural significance. It therefore has a long history and colourful past.
EFFICIENCY AT ITS BEST
The Sarawak Immigration Department has been lauded as Sarawak’s leading government department for its efficiency in providing its services to the public. Under the leadership of Director, Datu Robert Lian for the past 14 years, the department went through a transition where the power of delivery is vital to carry out their services efficiently starting with the inculcation of pro-active work ethics.
Today, no longer do passport applications require a three-week waiting period to be processed as Malaysians can now have their passports ready within a one-hour time frame.
ROMANCING THE GLASS BEAD
An old and dusty beaded necklace may not be sought after by most people but for bead collector Christopher Chen, the little piece of accessory may be worth more than it looks.
With a passion for collecting antiques, Christopher has scoured throughout Sarawak collecting various pieces of ornate brass cannons, vases and more but it was a chance upon a rare bundle of beads that stimulated the Sarawakian to learn more of the small decorative object.
UNFORGETTABLE FLAVOURS
The picturesque green house at Rubber Road is no stranger to Kuching, offering a culinary feast of hearty and sumptuous local-favourite dishes to foodies here who are looking to soothe their insatiable palate.
Rarely without a crowd, there are plenty of happy discoveries to unravel at Rumah Hijau Café through its delightful menu which has been carefully crafted by owner Salina Salleh.
A popular and absolute must-have dish here is the Nasi Ayam Penyet, where the flatten crispy yet tender and juicy deep-fried chicken topped with fried herb toppings is served with fragrant Basmati rice, fresh crisp vegetables and home-made sambal that packs a punch.
HILTON KUCHING UNVEILS FRESH NEW LOOK FOR ITS GUESTROOMS
Hilton Kuching recently announced the refurbishment completion of its executive floors, including an Executive Lounge. The new-look rooms, situated from the tenth to the thirteenth floors of the hotel, and lounge have been given a modern twist, finished in a chic contemporary design with warm natural colours.
An icon for more than two decades and the leading hotel in Kuching, this major transformation of Hilton Kuching offers travelers a fresh new product. This investment also highlights the hotel’s commitment to the destination and to improving their guest experience.
