System to warn motorists of dangerous slope movement
Tuesday December 25, 2007
IPOH: An early warning system on slope movements has been installed to ensure the safety of motorists travelling along the Simpang Pulai-Pos Slim road to Cameron Highlands.
The warning system, which records slope movements at Gunung Pass, is part of several measures to ensure the 56km-long road is safe to motorists.
“It is safe to use the road despite the current rainy spell because adequate measures have been taken to check soil erosion along the route,” Perak Public Utility and Infrastructure Committee chairman Datuk Ho Cheng Wang said.
Ho said the warning system, installed at a cost of RM500,000, would give real-time data of earth movements on the unstable slopes of Gunung Pass.
Top officers at the Perak Public Works Department would receive a notification on their mobile phone if the earth movement recorded was at an alarming rate, he said.
“With that, we can send out early warnings to motorists should there be a need for us to stop them from using the road,” he said.
He added that the computerised early-warning system was set up in early December and was now on a trial run.
Soil erosion is known to occur along the Simpang Pulai-Pos Slim road, particularly at Gunung Pass, during a downpour.
The road is popular among motorists travelling from here to Cameron Highlands because it reduces the travelling time by more than an hour.
“Apart from that, PWD workers will also patrol the route once a day to look out for soil erosion and other road safety matters,” he said yesterday.
Ho pointed out that repair works, costing some RM25mil, on several other unstable slopes had been carried out to check erosion.
He said missing guardrails and signboards had also been replaced at a cost of RM1mil. -- The Star News
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
Monday, December 24, 2007
Early warning system on slope movements
Early warning system on slope movements
By Hah Foong Lian
Monday December 24, 2007
IPOH: An early warning system on slope movements has been installed to ensure the safety of motorists travelling along the Simpang Pulai-Pos Slim road to Cameron Highlands.
The warning system, which records slope movements at Gunung Pass, is part of several measures to ensure the 56km-long road is not dangerous to motorists.
“It is safe to use the road despite the current rainy spell because adequate measures have been taken to check soil erosion along the route,” Perak Public Utility and Infrastructure Committee chairman Datuk Ho Cheng Wang said Monday.
Ho said the warning system, installed at a cost of RM500,000, would give real-time data of earth movements on the unstable slopes of Gunung Pass.
Top officers at the Perak Public Works Department (PWD) would receive a notification on their mobile phone if the earth movement recorded were at an alarming rate, he said.
“With that, we can send out early warnings to motorists should there be a need for us to stop them from using the road,” he said, adding that the computerised early-warning system was set up in early December and was now on a trial run.
Soil erosion is known to occur along the Simpang Pulai-Pos Slim road, particularly at Gunung Pass, during a downpour.
The road is popular among motorists travelling from here to Cameron Highlands because it reduces the travelling time by more than an hour. -- The Star News
By Hah Foong Lian
Monday December 24, 2007
IPOH: An early warning system on slope movements has been installed to ensure the safety of motorists travelling along the Simpang Pulai-Pos Slim road to Cameron Highlands.
The warning system, which records slope movements at Gunung Pass, is part of several measures to ensure the 56km-long road is not dangerous to motorists.
“It is safe to use the road despite the current rainy spell because adequate measures have been taken to check soil erosion along the route,” Perak Public Utility and Infrastructure Committee chairman Datuk Ho Cheng Wang said Monday.
Ho said the warning system, installed at a cost of RM500,000, would give real-time data of earth movements on the unstable slopes of Gunung Pass.
Top officers at the Perak Public Works Department (PWD) would receive a notification on their mobile phone if the earth movement recorded were at an alarming rate, he said.
“With that, we can send out early warnings to motorists should there be a need for us to stop them from using the road,” he said, adding that the computerised early-warning system was set up in early December and was now on a trial run.
Soil erosion is known to occur along the Simpang Pulai-Pos Slim road, particularly at Gunung Pass, during a downpour.
The road is popular among motorists travelling from here to Cameron Highlands because it reduces the travelling time by more than an hour. -- The Star News
Saturday, December 22, 2007
A cool respite
A cool respite
Saturday December 22, 2007
By Revathi Murugappan
For a relaxing retreat combined with spa treatments, drive up to the Cameron Highlands Resort.
The largest hill resort in the country, Cameron Highlands is a popular holiday getaway for families and couples. There is lodging to suit all budgets but if you’re looking for luxury with a bit of pampering, a good choice is Cameron Highlands Resort.
Unlike its sister resorts in Pangkor and Tanjung Jara, Cameron Highlands Resort is small and resembles a typical English colonial home. The resort exudes English elegance and tropical chic.
The 56-room boutique hotel, formerly called the Merlin Inn, was taken over by YTL Hotels and Properties Sdn Bhd just last year and already it is drawing in the crowds. Recently, the resort was voted amongst the five best tea plantation hotels in the world by UK’s The Independent newspaper.
So, off we went on a three-day invitation to enjoy the cool climate of the highlands and bask in opulence. We had a speedy Gonzales of a driver who drove us from Kuala Lumpur to our destination in slightly less than two hours!
The usual check-ins and whatnots followed before we explored the place at our own pace. For a truly sensational experience, they treated us to one of their signature tea plantation experience one morning – a visit to a tea centre.
Typically, such a day starts with a 4WD picking up guests and taking them to the Boh Sungai Palas Tea Centre. A tea sommelier will lead you on a tea appreciation tour before explaining the intricacies of tea tasting. You’ll get to enjoy your cuppa while overlooking the valley.
Once you have warmed up, the adventure begins as you hop into the vehicle and drive deeper into the valley. Amidst rows of fragrant tea bushes, a picnic table is set up under a large white umbrella. A personal Nepali butler awaits with a delightful brunch spread and choices of wine, juices and hot beverages.
The view is simply gorgeous but if it rains, then you can scurry for shelter at the nearby “bus stop”.
After binging, we skipped lunch and opted for tea, which incidentally is the new rage all over the world now. Food, food and more glorious food! If you’re a tea lover like moi, you must try the English afternoon tea at the Jim Thompson Tea Room.
The homemade scones, pastries, finger sandwiches and fresh strawberries topped with sinful chocolate might affect your waistline, but hey, when you’re on holiday, calorie-counting goes out the window. Besides, you can always work off the pounds later.
Bellies expanded and breathing heavy, we decided it was time for a snooze in the king-sized four-poster bed. The deluxe rooms are comfy and feature a seating area with French doors opening out to the balcony. Polished timber flooring has replaced the musty carpets of the old Merlin Inn, while the bathroom is in old-fashioned black and white marble.
All rooms either overlook the golf course or the lush forest.
The only drawback was that my room faced the main road (golf course) and the traffic was noisy. I kept waking up annoyed from the car honks and loud chatter of pedestrians, even with the windows and shutters closed.
A visit to any of YTL’s luxury resorts is incomplete without the spa treatment, for which the group has garnered many international awards. I was recommended the Fresh Strawberry Escapade, which includes a tea bath, a body polish and a massage – all using fresh strawberries, which have properties to soften skin and reduce inflammation.
The tea bath was supposedly a sensual experience. The tub is filled with tea leaves and warm water, and you jump in. You can place cut cucumber on your eyes, rub sugar to exfoliate your hands, and sip ice lemon tea to cool yourself while listening to meditative music on the earphones.
While I loved the soaking, I found it uncomfortable as the tubs were not meant for tall people! I couldn’t find a comfortable position to place my long legs and relax.
The body polish, made of strawberries, yoghurt and crushed oatmeal was delightful, although the chilled concoction initially sent shivers down my spine. My therapist ended the treatment with a massage using soothing, long strokes and medium pressure. I would’ve fallen asleep but dinner was calling.
Plans were made for us to dine under the stars but since it rained, we headed indoors for a specially prepared steamboat dinner. Guests have a choice of three restaurants to choose from, one being the Gonbei, an offshoot of the Japanese restaurant at Feast Village in Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lumpur.
After dinner, guests can head back to the tea room to enjoy the delightful piano tunes played by Uncle Stephen or try a game of snooker. Or if you’d rather be outdoors, and the weather holds up, take a stroll along the main road to the nearby night market.
The next day was spent leisurely hiking along the Jim Thompson Mystery Trail with Shahril Kamarulzaman, the resort’s naturalist, who specialises in wild orchids.
Thomson, the American Silk King, mysteriously vanished on Easter Sunday in 1967 after going for a walk in the surrounding forests.
There are many theories regarding his disappearance, some plausible, others ridiculous.
“He is believed to have walked around the vicinity but I’m not sure of the exact trail,” quipped Shahril as he showed us endemic plants and flowers in the botanical paradise. The pleasant walk was marred by the appearance of many illegal water pipes in the forest due to poor enforcement by the authorities.
The walk ended at the fringes of an Orang Asli settlement and, after a quick lunch, we parted ways.
Cameron Highlands Resort
Tanah Rata
Cameron Highlands, Pahang
Tel: (03)2783 1000
E-mail: travelcentre@ytlhotels.com.my
www.cameronhighlandsresort. com
Room rates begin at
RM670++ per night.
Saturday December 22, 2007
By Revathi Murugappan
For a relaxing retreat combined with spa treatments, drive up to the Cameron Highlands Resort.
The largest hill resort in the country, Cameron Highlands is a popular holiday getaway for families and couples. There is lodging to suit all budgets but if you’re looking for luxury with a bit of pampering, a good choice is Cameron Highlands Resort.
Unlike its sister resorts in Pangkor and Tanjung Jara, Cameron Highlands Resort is small and resembles a typical English colonial home. The resort exudes English elegance and tropical chic.
The high life: This is Cameron Highland Resort’s treat for guests — tea amongst tea bushes in the Boh Sungai Palas Tea Centre
The 56-room boutique hotel, formerly called the Merlin Inn, was taken over by YTL Hotels and Properties Sdn Bhd just last year and already it is drawing in the crowds. Recently, the resort was voted amongst the five best tea plantation hotels in the world by UK’s The Independent newspaper.
So, off we went on a three-day invitation to enjoy the cool climate of the highlands and bask in opulence. We had a speedy Gonzales of a driver who drove us from Kuala Lumpur to our destination in slightly less than two hours!
The usual check-ins and whatnots followed before we explored the place at our own pace. For a truly sensational experience, they treated us to one of their signature tea plantation experience one morning – a visit to a tea centre.
Typically, such a day starts with a 4WD picking up guests and taking them to the Boh Sungai Palas Tea Centre. A tea sommelier will lead you on a tea appreciation tour before explaining the intricacies of tea tasting. You’ll get to enjoy your cuppa while overlooking the valley.
Once you have warmed up, the adventure begins as you hop into the vehicle and drive deeper into the valley. Amidst rows of fragrant tea bushes, a picnic table is set up under a large white umbrella. A personal Nepali butler awaits with a delightful brunch spread and choices of wine, juices and hot beverages.
The view is simply gorgeous but if it rains, then you can scurry for shelter at the nearby “bus stop”.
After binging, we skipped lunch and opted for tea, which incidentally is the new rage all over the world now. Food, food and more glorious food! If you’re a tea lover like moi, you must try the English afternoon tea at the Jim Thompson Tea Room.
The homemade scones, pastries, finger sandwiches and fresh strawberries topped with sinful chocolate might affect your waistline, but hey, when you’re on holiday, calorie-counting goes out the window. Besides, you can always work off the pounds later.
Bellies expanded and breathing heavy, we decided it was time for a snooze in the king-sized four-poster bed. The deluxe rooms are comfy and feature a seating area with French doors opening out to the balcony. Polished timber flooring has replaced the musty carpets of the old Merlin Inn, while the bathroom is in old-fashioned black and white marble.
All rooms either overlook the golf course or the lush forest.
Resident naturalist Shahril Kamarulzaman with some guests on the Jim Thompson trail. — Ong Soon Hin/The Star
The only drawback was that my room faced the main road (golf course) and the traffic was noisy. I kept waking up annoyed from the car honks and loud chatter of pedestrians, even with the windows and shutters closed.
A visit to any of YTL’s luxury resorts is incomplete without the spa treatment, for which the group has garnered many international awards. I was recommended the Fresh Strawberry Escapade, which includes a tea bath, a body polish and a massage – all using fresh strawberries, which have properties to soften skin and reduce inflammation.
The tea bath was supposedly a sensual experience. The tub is filled with tea leaves and warm water, and you jump in. You can place cut cucumber on your eyes, rub sugar to exfoliate your hands, and sip ice lemon tea to cool yourself while listening to meditative music on the earphones.
While I loved the soaking, I found it uncomfortable as the tubs were not meant for tall people! I couldn’t find a comfortable position to place my long legs and relax.
The body polish, made of strawberries, yoghurt and crushed oatmeal was delightful, although the chilled concoction initially sent shivers down my spine. My therapist ended the treatment with a massage using soothing, long strokes and medium pressure. I would’ve fallen asleep but dinner was calling.
Plans were made for us to dine under the stars but since it rained, we headed indoors for a specially prepared steamboat dinner. Guests have a choice of three restaurants to choose from, one being the Gonbei, an offshoot of the Japanese restaurant at Feast Village in Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lumpur.
After dinner, guests can head back to the tea room to enjoy the delightful piano tunes played by Uncle Stephen or try a game of snooker. Or if you’d rather be outdoors, and the weather holds up, take a stroll along the main road to the nearby night market.
The next day was spent leisurely hiking along the Jim Thompson Mystery Trail with Shahril Kamarulzaman, the resort’s naturalist, who specialises in wild orchids.
Thomson, the American Silk King, mysteriously vanished on Easter Sunday in 1967 after going for a walk in the surrounding forests.
There are many theories regarding his disappearance, some plausible, others ridiculous.
“He is believed to have walked around the vicinity but I’m not sure of the exact trail,” quipped Shahril as he showed us endemic plants and flowers in the botanical paradise. The pleasant walk was marred by the appearance of many illegal water pipes in the forest due to poor enforcement by the authorities.
The walk ended at the fringes of an Orang Asli settlement and, after a quick lunch, we parted ways.
Cameron Highlands Resort
Tanah Rata
Cameron Highlands, Pahang
Tel: (03)2783 1000
E-mail: travelcentre@ytlhotels.com.my
www.cameronhighlandsresort. com
Room rates begin at
RM670++ per night.
Friday, December 21, 2007
Highlands park in deplorable state
Highlands park in deplorable state
Friday December 21, 2007
I RECENTLY visited Cameron Highlands with my students and their parents. I was amazed as well as a little sad to see the development in the area.
Gone are the views of hills which have been replaced by buildings. The weather too is not as cool as before.
However, the biggest disappointment to me was the park (opposite the hospital in Tanah Rata). The flowers were beautiful, but the condition of the park is terrible.
The Cameron Highlands is a popular tourism spot but the condition of the park is really uninviting.
This is what greeted us as we stepped into the park. The rubbish didn’t look recent but a few days old. It was shameful.
The play equipment were not in proper condition. The swings were broken, the strings to the other equipments were frail and looked like they could break if any child were to step on it.
There was no proper place to sit as the wooden benches and tables were all mouldy and dirty.
It is not doing “Visit Malaysia Year” any good if the condition of our parks are like that.
I wonder what our foreigner visitors would think it they walked through such a park. I saw a lot of foreigners up in Camerons that weekend. Please do something about it fast.
MICHELLE CHEAH,
Ipoh.
Friday December 21, 2007
I RECENTLY visited Cameron Highlands with my students and their parents. I was amazed as well as a little sad to see the development in the area.
Gone are the views of hills which have been replaced by buildings. The weather too is not as cool as before.
However, the biggest disappointment to me was the park (opposite the hospital in Tanah Rata). The flowers were beautiful, but the condition of the park is terrible.
The Cameron Highlands is a popular tourism spot but the condition of the park is really uninviting.
This is what greeted us as we stepped into the park. The rubbish didn’t look recent but a few days old. It was shameful.
The play equipment were not in proper condition. The swings were broken, the strings to the other equipments were frail and looked like they could break if any child were to step on it.
There was no proper place to sit as the wooden benches and tables were all mouldy and dirty.
It is not doing “Visit Malaysia Year” any good if the condition of our parks are like that.
I wonder what our foreigner visitors would think it they walked through such a park. I saw a lot of foreigners up in Camerons that weekend. Please do something about it fast.
MICHELLE CHEAH,
Ipoh.
Monday, December 17, 2007
BJSS’s Camerons wish
BJSS’s Camerons wish
By Ng Wei Loon
Monday December 17, 2007
DIFFERENT training venues and workout programmes has always provided an energising variation for junior athletes to get away from their mundane training routine.
Over the pre-season conditioning phase, a change in approach helps to keep them revitalised as they strive to boost their physical condition to face stiffer challenges next year.
National Sports Council (NSC) athletics junior development coach Ishtiaq Mobarak said his charges had always benefited from their year-end trip to Cameron Highlands because of the perfect training environment.
“I have been conducting training up there for a long time. The trip is no holiday for them,” he added.
Usually, they will chalk up about 30 units of training sessions over a 10-day stint.
“Naturally, Cameron Highlands is an ideal choice. It is not high altitude training. But, the cool weather and fresh air there allows us to increase our training intensity. And the terrains suit our training programmes,” said Ishtiaq.
However, his charges from the Bukit Jalil Sports School (BJSS) are still waiting for the green light to go through the paces there this year.
“If the idea does not materialise, we have to do some adjustments to our plan to gear them up for next year. But, the show has to go on. As alternatives we can either go for a day trip to the beach in Port Dickson or Lake Gardens in Kuala Lumpur. The only thing is that we will be losing out on the training units,” he said.
Since the competition calendar ended in October, the budding athletics trainees from BJSS have moved into the general conditioning phase with long distance runs, weights training and speed drills combined with active recovery session once a week in the pool every Friday.
“I have reminded them that they have such a short period to prepare for next year because they will be competing as early as March before the national schools meet in April,” Ishtiaq added.
As they increase their training load in the specific conditioning phase to transfer their explosive power and strength into their respective events, the trainees acknowledge the sessions are getting tougher.
Rookie Abdul Razak Abdul Rahim, 16, is psychological prepared to face the strenuous training in Cameron Highlands.
“I have heard about the demanding sessions from my teammates,” said Razak.
In contrast, Muhd Ajmal Aiman Mat Hasan, 14, is feeling stronger after his first outing with the team last year.
“I am looking forward to increasing my work load because I am physically in better shape. I have also improved on the movement skills for various drills,” said Ajmal, adding that the drills on the hills and steps were the toughest.
After achieving respectable personal results this year, the promising athletes are aiming to maintain their good run.
“They could sustain their performance throughout the season because they are in good shape by laying a solid foundation during the pre-season. A good example is our up-and-coming boys' 400m hurdler Abdul Azlan Samsuddin,” said Ishtiaq.
Besides finishing fifth place in the boys' 400m hurdles at the World Youth Athletics Championships in the Czech Republic, 16-year-old Azlan also won the gold medal at the Asean Schools Athletics Championships, Malaysia Schools Sports Council (MSSM) Athletics Championships and the National Junior Championships.
In the absence of his regular coach Teh Weng Chang, pole vaulter Mohd Fahme Zamzam also joined the group.
“I trained with the group because my coach is away for more than a week.
“I have gained strength from the weights workout to strengthen on my upper and lower body,” said Fahme, 14. -- The Star Metro
By Ng Wei Loon
Monday December 17, 2007
DIFFERENT training venues and workout programmes has always provided an energising variation for junior athletes to get away from their mundane training routine.
Over the pre-season conditioning phase, a change in approach helps to keep them revitalised as they strive to boost their physical condition to face stiffer challenges next year.
National Sports Council (NSC) athletics junior development coach Ishtiaq Mobarak said his charges had always benefited from their year-end trip to Cameron Highlands because of the perfect training environment.
“I have been conducting training up there for a long time. The trip is no holiday for them,” he added.
Frog jump: Abdul Razak is psychological prepared to face the strenuous training in Cameron Highlands.
Usually, they will chalk up about 30 units of training sessions over a 10-day stint.
“Naturally, Cameron Highlands is an ideal choice. It is not high altitude training. But, the cool weather and fresh air there allows us to increase our training intensity. And the terrains suit our training programmes,” said Ishtiaq.
However, his charges from the Bukit Jalil Sports School (BJSS) are still waiting for the green light to go through the paces there this year.
“If the idea does not materialise, we have to do some adjustments to our plan to gear them up for next year. But, the show has to go on. As alternatives we can either go for a day trip to the beach in Port Dickson or Lake Gardens in Kuala Lumpur. The only thing is that we will be losing out on the training units,” he said.
Since the competition calendar ended in October, the budding athletics trainees from BJSS have moved into the general conditioning phase with long distance runs, weights training and speed drills combined with active recovery session once a week in the pool every Friday.
“I have reminded them that they have such a short period to prepare for next year because they will be competing as early as March before the national schools meet in April,” Ishtiaq added.
The chase is on: Shaniz Mobarak (in blue) leading the pack in an uphill sprint.
As they increase their training load in the specific conditioning phase to transfer their explosive power and strength into their respective events, the trainees acknowledge the sessions are getting tougher.
Rookie Abdul Razak Abdul Rahim, 16, is psychological prepared to face the strenuous training in Cameron Highlands.
“I have heard about the demanding sessions from my teammates,” said Razak.
In contrast, Muhd Ajmal Aiman Mat Hasan, 14, is feeling stronger after his first outing with the team last year.
“I am looking forward to increasing my work load because I am physically in better shape. I have also improved on the movement skills for various drills,” said Ajmal, adding that the drills on the hills and steps were the toughest.
After achieving respectable personal results this year, the promising athletes are aiming to maintain their good run.
“They could sustain their performance throughout the season because they are in good shape by laying a solid foundation during the pre-season. A good example is our up-and-coming boys' 400m hurdler Abdul Azlan Samsuddin,” said Ishtiaq.
Besides finishing fifth place in the boys' 400m hurdles at the World Youth Athletics Championships in the Czech Republic, 16-year-old Azlan also won the gold medal at the Asean Schools Athletics Championships, Malaysia Schools Sports Council (MSSM) Athletics Championships and the National Junior Championships.
In the absence of his regular coach Teh Weng Chang, pole vaulter Mohd Fahme Zamzam also joined the group.
“I trained with the group because my coach is away for more than a week.
“I have gained strength from the weights workout to strengthen on my upper and lower body,” said Fahme, 14. -- The Star Metro
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Government to ensure flood victims get essential goods
Government to ensure flood victims get essential goods
Thursday December 13, 2007
PETALING JAYA: The Government has swung into action to ensure essential goods reach flood victims.
Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry officers would also prevent profiteering.
Minister Datuk Mohd Shafie Apdal said since most vegetables were from Cameron Highlands, there was no reason for traders to increase prices.
He said the ministry was keeping an eye on supplies such as chillies and pineapples by farmers in flood-affected areas but there were no problems so far.
“Last year, the supply of petrol, cooking gas and cooking oil was cut off to certain remote areas because of transport problems,” he said.
Earlier, he flagged off two trucks of supplies worth about RM100,000 for flood victims in Kota Baru, Kelantan and Muar, Johor.
The goods, contributed by Tesco Stores in Mutiara Damansara, were mainly canned food and basic items such as instant food, drinking water and diapers for infants and senior citizens.
Mohd Shafie also commended Tesco for its humanitarian effort.
Tesco has launched donation drives at its 19 stores nationwide to collect clothes, food items or cash for flood victims, said its corporate and legal affairs director Azlam Shah Alias. -- The Star.
Thursday December 13, 2007
PETALING JAYA: The Government has swung into action to ensure essential goods reach flood victims.
Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry officers would also prevent profiteering.
Minister Datuk Mohd Shafie Apdal said since most vegetables were from Cameron Highlands, there was no reason for traders to increase prices.
He said the ministry was keeping an eye on supplies such as chillies and pineapples by farmers in flood-affected areas but there were no problems so far.
“Last year, the supply of petrol, cooking gas and cooking oil was cut off to certain remote areas because of transport problems,” he said.
Earlier, he flagged off two trucks of supplies worth about RM100,000 for flood victims in Kota Baru, Kelantan and Muar, Johor.
The goods, contributed by Tesco Stores in Mutiara Damansara, were mainly canned food and basic items such as instant food, drinking water and diapers for infants and senior citizens.
Mohd Shafie also commended Tesco for its humanitarian effort.
Tesco has launched donation drives at its 19 stores nationwide to collect clothes, food items or cash for flood victims, said its corporate and legal affairs director Azlam Shah Alias. -- The Star.
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Rakan Muda league a resounding success in Kg Baru Tringkap
Rakan Muda league a resounding success in Kg Baru Tringkap
Thursday December 6, 2007
THE residents turned out in full force to show their support for the Rakan Muda Kg Baru (RMKB) Ku Ceria Community Sports League at Kg Baru Tringkap in Cameron Highlands recently.
JKKK Kg Baru Tringkap chairman Tang Sing said they were happy with the government’s efforts to initiate programmes for youngsters in the new villages.
“The youngsters in the Cameron Highlands don’t get many opportunities to be involved in sporting activities. This programme has generated an interest among the younger generation. It is encouraging, too, to see parents also coming to show their support.
“This programme can be a platform to scout talent and we hope sporting activities will be initiated by the government in the Cameron Highlands.
“The children had a wonderful time. It also brought together the community here,” said Tang.
About 20 teams took part in the three-on-three basketball challenge. The top three teams in the boys’ and girls’ categories were presented certificates and medals. -- The Star.
Thursday December 6, 2007
THE residents turned out in full force to show their support for the Rakan Muda Kg Baru (RMKB) Ku Ceria Community Sports League at Kg Baru Tringkap in Cameron Highlands recently.
JKKK Kg Baru Tringkap chairman Tang Sing said they were happy with the government’s efforts to initiate programmes for youngsters in the new villages.
“The youngsters in the Cameron Highlands don’t get many opportunities to be involved in sporting activities. This programme has generated an interest among the younger generation. It is encouraging, too, to see parents also coming to show their support.
Proud winners: The players with their certificates and prizes.
“This programme can be a platform to scout talent and we hope sporting activities will be initiated by the government in the Cameron Highlands.
“The children had a wonderful time. It also brought together the community here,” said Tang.
About 20 teams took part in the three-on-three basketball challenge. The top three teams in the boys’ and girls’ categories were presented certificates and medals. -- The Star.
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
Cameron Highlands MP - K Devamany
Devamany let off the hook by Najib
By Florence A. Samy
Tuesday December 4, 2007
KUALA LUMPUR: Cameron Highlands MP K. Devamany has been let off without a suspension or warning over his remark in Parliament recently.
Devamany had a 20-minute meeting with Barisan Nasional Chief Whip and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak yesterday morning to explain himself.
The MIC backbencher told a press conference at the Parliament lobby that he had told Najib that he regretted his statement.
He, however, declined to say whether he was sorry over what he said when pushed further by reporters.
Devamany was said to have broken ranks with the ruling coalition over his remark in Parliament last Monday.
He had said the fact that 50,000 people showed up at the Nov 25 Hindraf protest showed the Government’s failure in distributing wealth equally.
His remark irked some Barisan backbenchers who felt he should have used proper channels but Devamany, who received support from the MIC top brass, maintained that he was only speaking up for the Indian community.
Devamany thanked Najib for meeting him and said he explained to the Chief Whip the concerns of the Indian community.
“He was very nice to me. I told him I regretted the statement. He advised me on what happened.
“I truly believe that unity, peace and stability is paramount in the country and cannot be compromised,” he said.
Devamany said Najib had expressed concern over the plight of the Indian community, which would be addressed by the Government and MIC through the Barisan Nasional spirit.
“He (Najib) has assured him that he would look into legitimate concerns of the Indian community,” he added.
Devamany said he would still speak up in the House but would be more responsible and not just throw words around.
“I fully support Barisan Nasional and the party leadership. That cannot be questioned,” he added.
Also at the press conference was Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department and Deputy Chief Whip Datuk Seri Nazri Aziz, who confirmed that no suspension or warning had been given to Devamany. -- The Star
By Florence A. Samy
Tuesday December 4, 2007
KUALA LUMPUR: Cameron Highlands MP K. Devamany has been let off without a suspension or warning over his remark in Parliament recently.
Devamany had a 20-minute meeting with Barisan Nasional Chief Whip and Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak yesterday morning to explain himself.
The MIC backbencher told a press conference at the Parliament lobby that he had told Najib that he regretted his statement.
He, however, declined to say whether he was sorry over what he said when pushed further by reporters.
Devamany was said to have broken ranks with the ruling coalition over his remark in Parliament last Monday.
He had said the fact that 50,000 people showed up at the Nov 25 Hindraf protest showed the Government’s failure in distributing wealth equally.
His remark irked some Barisan backbenchers who felt he should have used proper channels but Devamany, who received support from the MIC top brass, maintained that he was only speaking up for the Indian community.
Devamany thanked Najib for meeting him and said he explained to the Chief Whip the concerns of the Indian community.
“He was very nice to me. I told him I regretted the statement. He advised me on what happened.
“I truly believe that unity, peace and stability is paramount in the country and cannot be compromised,” he said.
Devamany said Najib had expressed concern over the plight of the Indian community, which would be addressed by the Government and MIC through the Barisan Nasional spirit.
“He (Najib) has assured him that he would look into legitimate concerns of the Indian community,” he added.
Devamany said he would still speak up in the House but would be more responsible and not just throw words around.
“I fully support Barisan Nasional and the party leadership. That cannot be questioned,” he added.
Also at the press conference was Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department and Deputy Chief Whip Datuk Seri Nazri Aziz, who confirmed that no suspension or warning had been given to Devamany. -- The Star
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