The Penang State Government has approved the planning application by Lone Pine Residence Sdn. Bhd. for a proposed five-storey wellness suites project on Lot 4658, Tanjong Bungah. As part of the development conditions, the developer is also required to construct a public park — the Seaside Pocket Park — on adjacent state land for community recreation.

This initiative aims to transform the green area in Tanjong Bungah into a public park that will serve both local residents and visitors. The state government envisions the park as a family-friendly recreational hub and a long-term public amenity in line with Malaysia’s transition towards an aging society, promoting wellness and social interaction among all age groups.

Approval for the park’s construction (Parcel A) was granted on 5 December 2024, followed by approval for site preparation and material relocation works on 7 May 2025. The developer is now preparing to commence on-site works.

The proposed park will include jogging tracks, a children’s playground, resting areas, fitness facilities, a seaside promenade, and lush landscaping with trees and greenery. Lone Pine Residence Sdn. Bhd. will be responsible for maintaining the park upon completion, ensuring it remains a sustainable and enjoyable public space.

The state government has firmly dismissed allegations that the area’s green space and beachfront are being destroyed for luxury development, clarifying that the ongoing earthworks are solely for the construction of the Seaside Pocket Park — a public amenity designed for the benefit of all, especially the surrounding community of Tanjong Bungah.

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