The Penang Development Corporation (PDC) is inviting proposals from companies interested in acquiring 15.81 acres of development land along Jalan Batu Kawan in Seberang Perai Selatan, Penang, for commercial purposes.

According to PDC’s proposal document, the site measures approximately 688,527 sq ft and carries a reserve price of RM75 per sq ft, translating into a minimum value of about RM51.64 million.

The irregularly shaped parcel comprises Lots 415, 416, 2716, 2719, 2720, 2722, 2724, 20035, 20036, 20037 and 20038, together with part of Lot 2710 in Mukim 14.

PDC described the site as state land formerly known as the listed lots. The proposed alienation is for a freehold title, subject to approval by the state authority.

The location plan shows the site fronting Jalan Batu Kawan, with the Bukit Tambun Toll Plaza among the nearby landmarks.

Interested parties are required to submit their proposed purchase price and payment terms, together with details of their proposed development, including development components and implementation timeline. Company profiles and registration documents must also be provided.

PDC said proposals may be evaluated based on the purchase price and proposed development or use of the land. However, the evaluation benchmark will remain at PDC’s sole and absolute discretion.

The corporation also reserves the right to reject any proposal, in whole or in part, without providing a reason.

The successful purchaser will be responsible for obtaining and complying with all requirements imposed by relevant authorities and public utility licence holders for the development or use of the site.

Sunway Group founder and chairman Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Sir Dr Jeffrey Cheah KBE AO has donated RM1 million towards the restoration of Wadda Gurdwara Sahib Penang, the oldest Gurdwara in Malaysia and historically largest Sikh temple in Southeast Asia.

The contribution helped complete a RM6.1 million conservation project to restore the 125-year-old temple, which was officially reopened on Saturday by Penang Deputy Chief Minister II Jagdeep Singh Deo, alongside Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives Steven Sim.

Founded in 1901, Wadda Gurdwara Sahib is a Category One heritage building within the George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site and an enduring symbol of Penang’s multicultural heritage.

Category One is the highest classification under George Town’s heritage conservation framework, covering buildings and sites of exceptional significance to the city’s historic and cultural landscape.

Skilled artisans from India worked alongside local heritage experts to conserve its limestone walls, timber structures and distinctive architectural features while addressing structural damage sustained over the years.

Penang Deputy Chief Minister II Jagdeep Singh Deo said the restoration would ensure that an important part of the state’s history is preserved for future generations.

“Penang is proud to preserve landmarks such as Wadda Gurdwara Sahib, which embody our shared multicultural heritage,” Jagdeep said.

“We are deeply grateful to Tan Sri Dr. Jeffrey Cheah for his generosity in supporting this restoration. His contribution reflects a commitment to inclusivity and unity, ensuring that this temple remains a beacon of faith and harmony for generations to come,” Jagdeep added.

The Penang State Government had earlier contributed RM1 million towards the restoration project in April 2024, while another RM600,000 was raised at a fundraising dinner in Kuala Lumpur.

Beyond its religious and historical significance, Wadda Gurdwara Sahib Penang remains an important centre of community life. Accommodating up to 400 people, the temple provides free daily meals, known as langar, to people of all backgrounds and serves as a hub for educational, health and community outreach programmes.

Its community hall houses a library and dedicated spaces for food distribution, health screenings and other initiatives supporting young people, senior citizens, single mothers and those in need.

A commemorative plaque and the community hall within the temple will bear Cheah’s name in recognition of his contribution to the restoration and the temple’s continuing service to the community.

Cheah said the donation reflected his belief that preserving the country’s heritage strengthens the bonds that unite Malaysians.

“Georgetown is one of the world’s great historic cities, shaped over generations by people of different faiths and cultures. Its unique architecture tells the story of the many communities that built this city together,” Cheah said.

“Our heritage is a shared inheritance. I hope the restoration of Wadda Gurdwara Sahib Penang will help preserve this legacy, so that the Malaysia our children inherit continues to reflect the unity, generosity and mutual respect that have always been among our nation’s greatest strengths,” Cheah added.

Wadda Gurdwara Sahib Penang president and Conservation and Restoration Committee chairman Dato’ Santok Singh described Cheah as a sincere role model for unity in Malaysia’s multiracial society.

“Tan Sri’s contribution reflects his sincere belief that Malaysia’s diversity is a strength to be cherished and that every community has a place in our shared national story,” Santok said.

“We regard him as a role model whose generosity sends a powerful message that preserving the heritage of any one community enriches our nation as a whole and strengthens the unity that binds all Malaysian,” Santok added.

The official ceremony forms part of a three-day grand opening programme from 12 to 14 September. It began with prayers and the ceremonial Prakash of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sikhism’s sacred scripture, followed by a commemorative plaque signing and a tour of an exhibition tracing the gurdwara’s 125-year history.

The programme also features devotional recitations and music, visits to the Darbar Sahib prayer hall and communal langar, reflecting the gurdwara’s continuing role as both a place of worship and a centre of community life.

The contribution of RM1 million builds on Cheah’s longstanding commitment to nation-building through education and community development.

Through the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation, he has endowed more than RM4 billion in assets to advance education in perpetuity.

The Foundation has also awarded close to RM1.1 billion in scholarships and grants, helping to make high-quality education accessible to as many students as possible.

Cheah is also the first individual in Asia to have been named among Forbes Asia’s Heroes of Philanthropy five times.

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Chung Shan Primary School in Bayan Lepas has identified a parcel of land in Bukit Ayun as the proposed site for its relocation, with construction of a new school campus potentially beginning next year if the necessary arrangements proceed as planned.

According to the school’s board chairman Tan Lai Ting, the existing school premises are expected to continue operating until 2030. The proposed relocation is intended to provide the school with a new site and facilities to accommodate its future operations. Details of the proposed development, including the size and configuration of the new campus, have yet to be finalised.

The relocation plan places the proposed school site within the wider Bayan Lepas area, where residential and industrial development has continued to expand. The area is also expected to see further infrastructure improvements and development in the coming years. The school board will need to complete the relevant planning and approval processes before construction can proceed.

IJM Land yesterday unveiled Merione Residences, the residential component of its latest mixed-use development at THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang, following the 100% take-up of commercial units at Merione Grand.

The response to Merione Grand ahead of the residential launch underscores confidence in Merione’s integrated live-work-play proposition and gives the new homes strong market momentum. Together, Merione Grand and Merione Residences form a 39-storey address that brings homes, workplaces, retail and leisure into one connected waterfront setting.

Elevating the everyday living experience, Merione offers an exclusive collection of resort-style facilities on Level 10, featuring an infinity pool, Jacuzzi, fully equipped gymnasium, pickleball court and BBQ Pavilion — thoughtfully curated for relaxation, recreation and an elevated waterfront lifestyle.

“The take-up at Merione Grand is a strong vote of confidence in the broader vision for Merione,” said Dato’ Tony Ling Thou Lung, Chief Executive Officer of IJM Land. “It shows that businesses recognise the value of being part of a fully integrated waterfront destination. With Merione Residences, we are building on that momentum with homes that offer privacy and calm, while keeping residents close to the people, places and possibilities that shape everyday life.”

A Private Residential Address within a Connected Precinct

Located from Levels 11 to 39, Merione Residences comprises 145 semi-furnished homes across 29 residential floors, with just five units per floor. The low-density configuration is designed to enhance privacy and maximise views of the waterfront and Penang’s cityscape.

Three layouts are available, measuring approximately 1,055 sq ft, 1,195 sq ft and 1,206 sq ft, with two to three parking bays allocated to each residence.

Residents will have a dedicated private entrance and separate drop-off area, creating a clear distinction between the residential and commercial components. At the same time, covered pedestrian connections will provide convenient access to Merione Grand’s retail and dining offerings, The Waterfront Shoppes, the Penang Waterfront Convention Centre and the upcoming hotel under the prestigious Hyatt brand — allowing residents to move easily between home, work, leisure and social activities within the wider precinct.

Connected to Penang’s Key Economic and Urban Corridors

Situated next to the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu (LCE) Expressway, Merione offers convenient access to Penang Bridge, George Town, Bayan Lepas, the Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone and Penang International Airport. The location also reflects IJM’s longstanding infrastructure legacy in Penang, as a section of the expressway was originally constructed by IJM Corporation.

Road access will be further enhanced by the upcoming RM850 million Ayer Itam–Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Expressway Bypass. The six-lane, toll-free route is targeted for completion in April 2027. Once operational, it is expected to improve access from inland areas including Ayer Itam, Farlim and Paya Terubong.

Merione Residences is also set to feature a direct, covered elevated pedestrian link to the future Penang Waterfront Station on the Mutiara Line. Upon completion, the development will elevate everyday convenience with a station-to-doorstep connection within THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang — bringing seamless connectivity directly to residents’ doorsteps.

The sheltered network is also planned to connect residents to the convention centre, retail mall and hotels within the precinct, giving residents and commercial occupants greater choice in how they move within the development and beyond.

“Connectivity is ultimately about choice — the choice to travel by road or rail, to move easily between home and work, and to enjoy daily conveniences within walking distance,” Dato’ Tony
added.

“Merione Residences brings those choices together in one address. It reflects how we see the future of urban living in Penang: connected, purposeful and designed around a better quality of life.”

A Proven, Award-Winning Waterfront Destination

THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang is one of IJM Land’s flagship projects and reflects more than four decades of the Group’s involvement in Penang’s growth.

The masterplan has received the FIABCI Malaysia Property Award 2014 in the Master Plan category, The Edge Notable Property Achievement Award 2015 and the StarProperty Poseidon Award 2018 for Best Waterfront Development.

Most recently, The Light Collection IV earned the World Gold Award in the Residential Low Rise category at the FIABCI World Prix d’Excellence Awards 2025. With the strong commercial response at Merione Grand and major road and rail infrastructure enhancements to come, the grand launch of Merione Residences marks the next chapter for this award-winning waterfront precinct.

It offers homebuyers the privacy of a low-density residence together with the convenience and connectivity of an established integrated destination — further advancing IJM Land’s vision for THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang as Penang’s First and Finest Integrated Waterfront City.

This Mid-Autumn Festival, celebrate the beauty of tradition while discovering flexible living for tomorrow at Seiras Residences.

Bring your loved ones and enjoy a day filled with festive activities, refreshments and an exclusive opportunity to explore the new Tri-Key Show Unit!

• DIY Lantern Workshop
• Light Refreshments
• Discover Dual-Key & Tri-Key Living
• Explore Our New Tri-Key Show Unit

With Dual-Key and Tri-Key layouts, Seiras offers greater flexibility for multi-generational living, extended family needs, rental opportunities, or creating spaces that work around your lifestyle.

Date: 20 September 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Seiras Showroom, Level 2 @ Paramount Property Gallery, Utropolis Batu Kawan

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