A 3.607-acre open space at Lorong Belatuk 3, Taman Belatuk, will be upgraded into a safer, more inclusive and better-equipped Taman Madani, with a new skate park planned for local youths.

Penang State Executive Councillor for Local Government and Town and Country Planning, Jason H’ng Mooi Lye, said the project aims to enhance recreational facilities and provide residents with a more comfortable and meaningful space for leisure, exercise and community activities.

The site comprises Lot 1685 and Lot 2178, both of which have been gazetted as open spaces. Existing facilities include integrated and individual playground equipment, exercise equipment, pedestrian walkways, a gazebo and a plaza used by residents for recreational activities and morning exercise. OKU-friendly facilities are also provided.

The new skate park was proposed following engagement sessions between MBSP and the local youth community. Once completed, it could become one of the first skate parks in the South Seberang Perai area.

The RM467,896 upgrading project, implemented by the Seberang Perai City Council (MBSP), began following the site possession date on 5 August 2026 and is scheduled for completion by 19 January 2027. The project is being carried out by Insa Kirana Enterprise.

Works include the construction of the skate park, pedestrian and maintenance walkways, two play-area plazas, entrance features, cast-in-situ benches, bollards and motorcycle barriers designed according to Universal Design principles. Landscaping works, including grass planting and soil filling, will also be carried out, together with the removal of selected existing structures and site cleaning.

The project is funded under the Taman Madani Programme (BP01) through the Ministry of Housing and Local Government (KPKT), which provides up to RM500,000 for each Taman Madani.

MBSP said the upgrading is intended to create a more active and welcoming recreational space for children, youths, adults, senior citizens and the OKU community. It is also expected to encourage physical activity, healthier lifestyles and greater social interaction among residents.

Mooi Lye also urged the community to help maintain the upgraded facilities, stressing that cleanliness, safety and proper upkeep are a shared responsibility between the local authority and residents.

A home is more than just a place to live. It is where families grow, memories are made and communities come together.

This weekend, Paramount Property is bringing its buyers and the wider community together for a special Community Appreciation Day at its Paramount Property Gallery @ Utropolis Utama, Batu Kawan.

Taking place on 29 and 30 August 2026 (Saturday and Sunday), from 10am to 5pm, the two-day event is Paramount Property’s way of saying thank you to its valued buyers who have been part of its journey.

Existing Paramount Property buyers can look forward to an Exclusive Rebate Voucher as a special token of appreciation. But you don’t have to be a Paramount Property buyer to join the celebration, the event is open to the public too.

Families with children can enjoy a fun and creative DIY Clay Art Workshop, while visitors can also take a break with Oriental Kopi (华阳茶室) Signature Coffee & Pastries.

A Celebration for Everyone

So, whether you are already part of the Paramount Property family or simply looking for a fun weekend activity with the kids, you’re warmly invited to drop by.

Come and enjoy a wonderful day with:

• Oriental Kopi (华阳茶室)Signature Coffee & Pastries
• Exclusive Rebate Voucher specially prepared for our valued buyers
• DIY Art Workshop for a little creativity and fun

Event Details

Date: 29 & 30 August 2026 (Saturday & Sunday)
Time: 10.00am – 5.00pm
Venue: Paramount Property Gallery @ Utropolis Utama, Batu Kawan

Spaces for the activities may be limited, so visitors are encouraged to register in advance.

RSVP Here

Come along, enjoy some family time, get creative and celebrate the community with Paramount Property – The People’s Developer™.

SJK(C) Kuang Yu in Batu Kawan has officially obtained its Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC), marking another major milestone for the school’s new campus.

The new school building, which costs more than RM20 million, is the result of an eight-year journey that began with discussions on the school’s relocation in 2018. The school subsequently obtained relocation and building approvals from the Ministry of Education in 2019.

The CCC handover ceremony was held last Sunday and attended by Penang State Executive Councillor for Local Government and Town & Country Planning H’ng Mooi Lye, who represented Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow.

H’ng said the Penang state government has consistently supported schools of various streams, including Chinese vernacular schools, through assistance in land, infrastructure and education development.

He noted that the land for the new SJK(C) Kuang Yu campus was allocated by the state government, describing the project as a result of cooperation between the state government, the school board and the wider community.

The completion of the new campus also brings the number of Chinese primary schools in South Seberang Perai to eight, up from seven previously.

RM5 million still needed for facilities

Despite the completion of the building, school board chairman and building committee head Dato Goh Kim Heong said the campus is currently largely empty and is expected to require around RM5 million for hardware, software and other facilities.

He thanked the consultants, building committee members and members of the community who supported the project, particularly during the early stages when funding was limited.

Architectural consultant Mei Chee Seong described the new campus as a “school for the future”, saying the next phase would focus on developing its facilities and resources.

He expressed hope that the school would eventually become a community growth and education centre.

After eight years of planning and construction, the CCC marks an important step forward for SJK(C) Kuang Yu. The next challenge will be fully equipping the new campus so it can serve future generations of students.

A proposed landed residential development at Permatang Tinggi in Bukit Mertajam, an area surrounded by established residential and commercial developments. The project is situated next to IJM’s Permatang Sanctuary and close to Santuari Commercial Centre. It is also within about 3km of AEON Mall and Lotus’s Bukit Mertajam, with easy access to nearby townships via Jalan Rozhan.

The proposed development will comprise 149 residential units, made up of 148 units of two-storey semi-detached houses and one two-storey bungalow. The semi-detached houses will be offered in two different layout types. The project is still pending approval, and further details, including the development schedule and other specifications, have not been announced at this stage.

Project Name: (to be confirmed)
Location : Bukit Mertajam
Property Type : Semi-detached & bungalow
Total Units : 148 (semi-detached), 1 (bungalow)
Built-up Size: (to be confirmed)
Land Tenure : (to be confirmed)
Indicative Price : (to be confirmed)
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Penang Island City Council (MBPP) is expanding its public electric vehicle (EV) charging network, with another 94 charging bays expected to be ready by December, as the number of council-supervised bays on Penang island is set to double.

According to a news report by The Star, the expansion aims to make EV ownership more convenient, particularly for island residents living in high-rise properties where installing private chargers can be challenging.

MBPP mayor Datuk A. Rajendran said the additional bays would increase the number under MBPP’s supervision from 94 to 188. Another 261 charging bays are privately operated, bringing the island’s total to 355 currently.

Of MBPP’s existing 94 bays, 92 are equipped with DC fast chargers, offering charging capacities of between 60kW and 120kW. These can typically charge an EV from 20% to 80% in about 30 to 60 minutes. The remaining two use 22kW AC chargers, which can take around six to eight hours for a full charge.

One advantage for EV owners is that MBPP parking fees do not apply while their vehicles are actively charging at council roadside charging bays. However, idle charges may be imposed if vehicles remain parked after charging is completed.

Motorists can locate charging facilities and check availability through the MBPP PEARL App or the respective charging operators’ platforms.

The expansion is welcomed by EV owners who face limited charging options at their residences. EV driver Brian Song said his condominium has only one AC charging point, while another driver, Melissa Subhi, said her apartment in Tanjung Bungah has no charging facilities.

As EV adoption continues to grow, the expansion of public and residential charging infrastructure will become increasingly important in supporting Penang’s transition towards cleaner transportation.

Photo source: Buletin Mutiara