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RM18 mln access road for Miri’s southern sector

We would like to thank Kumpulan Parabena and the Barisan Nasional government for making this dream road a reality. The second linkage is definitely a time saver for most of us who resides in Taman Tunku, Taman Jelita as well as Kampung Lusut.

My first post on the second link road, and request via Talikhimat refers. Read my last update here.

RM18 mln access road for Miri’s southern sector

by Philip Kiew
February 6, 2010, Saturday
Source: Borneo Post

MIRI: An RM18 million access road fringing the runway of Miri Airport will be built by developer and landowner Kumpulan Parabena Sdn Bhd together with several other infrastructures to turn the southern sector of Miri into a throbbing hub.This much-awaited road will ease congestion during peak hours in Taman Tunku and surrounding residential areas, slashing off travelling time and distance for the public.

Coming up is relocated Chinese primary school, SJKC Chiaw Nan from Lubok Nibong, Marudi to Taman Jelita Phase II, expected to ready for the first intake by 2012, while Parabena is also mulling the proposal for a university campus, polyclinic and other infrastructures in this strategic location.

Announcing this yesterday, managing director Datuk Raziah Mahmud said this 5-kilometre access road will link Taman Jelita to Miri-Bintulu road, easing congestion of the present route in Taman Tunku.

The government has already approved the proposed road linkage, and work is expected to start by the first half of this year.

Both Taman Tunku, Taman Jelita and other surrounding housing estates have a burgeoning population of 35,000, and Raziah said it could increase to 50,000 within the next five to 10 years.

Parabena, which owns nearly 2,000 acres of land on the left side of the runway, has developed 900 acres since it started 27 years ago with the development of Taman Tunku township.

Taman Tunku is designed for 3,500 houses and the second phase undertaken by Rich Venture Construction Sdn Bhd will build 750 units under the RV Housing estate.

Raziah pointed out that Parabena is looking forward to another school, university or college and medical facilities in this sprawling residential area in Miri due to the rising population and demand from surrounding areas.

“We are open to either private or public university campus and healthcare facilities such as clinics,” she said.

There are currently two secondary schools and a primary school in the township, and Parabena is willing to discuss with interested parties the setting up of tertiary education institutions in this growing township.

The introduction of the new link road from Miri-Bintulu road fringing the airport runway will open up the southern sector of this township to the city centre, and sources said there are plans to connect it to the coastal road and Airport Road.

It also eliminates the hassle of going through residential roads in Taman Tunku to reach SMK Taman Tunku.

Posted by James Joshua on February 8th, 2010

Sunday outing

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The Chinese New Year mood can be experience in almost all the major mall in Miri. Lion dances were performed at the Bintang Megamall earlier today.

To my Chinese readers, you may invite the troupe to your house during the lunar new year. Their number is as advertised above.

Next, after a quick lunch at Sugar Bun, we proceed to send John and Cheryl for their haircut at Dewi Unisex Salon, located at Level 1 of the old wing.

Next stop – Formula 1 tailor to pick up my lounge suit. The tailor (Mr. Wong) was formerly from Sparkman Shop, and I can assure you that his tailoring is 5 stars. Price? Negotiable, he said.

Finally to wrap our Sunday outing, the boys went for their weekly football game at the Youth Centre, and later join us at Taman Selera for the sunset.

Shot taken with 1/125 shutter speed.

Time to go now..

Posted by James Joshua on February 7th, 2010

Mr. Ting Wei and Mrs. Sin Hai

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According to the Chinese horoscope I am a Sheep. My year name is Ting Wei.

The romantic male Sheep
Cunning, scheming, unyielding, fickle, devious and dangerous, you keep your secrets close and your mouth shut about your plans and schemes. You have wonderful ideas but you are never obvious about them. As a leader, you will not have insubordination in your ranks but you are willing to listen to suggestions. You would make a great politician because you have no conscience and can be quite merciless with your enemies. You are not the type to forgive nor forget easily and therefore make a terrible nemesis. As a lover, you are a romantic, imaginative, adventurous lover. If you want that particular mate, you will slowly but surely get rid of your competition.

The fire male Sheep
Sensitive and a romantic, you are quietly dignified, cultivated and convincing: all of which makes everyone around you love you.

Chaklut’s animal sign is Boar and her year name is Sin Hai.

The sensitive Boar woman
Kindhearted, dedicated, warm, accommodating, popular, candid, a nurturer yet possessive, you are truly a loving companion, friend and mate. You take care of everyone you love with grace and a smile. However, you have the tendency to wear your heart on the sleeve, fantasizing of a prince valiant rescuing you from dragons and evil trolls. Be careful. There are just as many evil wizards as there are prince charming out there who would not hesitate to take advantage of you. When your heart is broken, you are livid, but most of the time, you recover remarkably well onto the next cad until you meet your true prince charming. You would probably be a great cook, pampering the ones you love. And lucky you! You seem to be born to luck where a good living and a comfortable life are concerned.

The metal female Boar
Truthful, direct, honorable, sensible, undemonstrative, peacemaker, you prefer a quiet life, giving in when challenged. You have not ambitious either for yourself or your mate.

Happy, mellow and smooth together
The Sheep and Boar are both loyal, generous, genuinely concern and tolerant of each other, the vulnerable Sheep is supported, reassured and cherished by the Boar. The Boar respects the Sheep’s tender and refined nature. Both enjoy simple joys, finding pleasure in working and planning their life together.

Source: World of Feng Shui

Posted by James Joshua on February 5th, 2010

Homeless ngap sayot

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Miri River – a place for anglers to enjoy their hobby. It is also the main river route for fishermen from Kampung Pulau Melayu, Kampung Piasau Utara, etc.

Its’ bank is also the home for hundreds of riverine residents

With upstream development activities such as land clearing for oil palm, the crocodiles are having difficult time to cope with the rapid development and many have been made “homeless”.

Homeless and being protected species, these crocodiles are enjoying their life, basking under the sun right at our doorstep waterfront.

The crocs lifestyle is becoming a threat to the riverine residents and we hope the government agencies will look into this homeless crocs asap before untoward incident happens.

Posted by James Joshua on January 27th, 2010

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We took the boys, their friends and Cheryl to the beach yesterday. It was indeed a break for the kids, since it was a 6-days school last week. Most of the Saturdays are school days this year due to replacement classes for the various holidays throughout the year.