Any decision on the specifications of the Penang light rail transport (LRT) will be made by the Transport Ministry as it is a Federal project, says Anthony Loke. The Transport Minister said that an announcement will be made once the specification is finalised. "With all due respect, the state government ... Read More

Residents of Kampung Wellesley, a community over 30 years old, are urged to come together to apply for individual grants. Chief Miniser Chow Kon Yeow, who visited the neighbourhood in Sungai Jawi on Saturday, listened to the grant issues faced by the Kampung Wellesley residents. “The 106 lots in the neighborhood ... Read More

Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has allocated RM5.2mil for the provision and upgrading of neighbourhood parks this year. Mayor Datuk A. Rajendran said with the allocation, MBPP would be able to create more neighbourhood parks in various residential areas. “We also provide regular maintenance for every neighbourhood park under the ... Read More

The Penang government, in partnership with PLUS Malaysia, is planning a new elevated highway, the Juru-Sungai Dua (JSD) route, aimed at reducing traffic congestion at the Juru and Sungai Dua toll plazas along the North-South Highway. The 15-kilometer project is projected to cost RM1.8 billion, according to The Star. Deputy ... Read More

The new road construction plan between Tanjung Bungah and Teluk Bahang in Penang is being studied for possible realignment to minimise risks to residents in surrounding high-rise buildings. The change may involve part of the coastal road, dubbed the North Coastal Paired Road. State infrastructure and transport committee chairman Zairil ... Read More

The reconstruction of the Bayan Baru Wet Market is nearing its final stages, with vendors expected to move in and start their businesses by the end of this month. The only remaining task is for Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) to complete the installation of the electricity meters. Penang Island City ... Read More

Ideal Property Group has garnered international fame with their high end seafront residences, Queens Residences Q1, winning the prestigious World Gold Winner title at the 2024 FIABCI World Prix d'Excellence Awards. This accolade, awarded for Q1's exceptional performance, underscores the group's formidable strength and extensive experience in the field. This ... Read More

Penang has embarked on an ambitious five-year climate adaptation project to mitigate flash floods in the Bayan Baru area. The initiative, titled "Penang Nature-Based Climate Adaptation Programme" (PNBCap), was announced by Zairil Khir Johari, Chairman of the Penang Infrastructure and Transport Committee, and is a collaborative effort between UN-Habitat and ... Read More

Four years have passed since the RM1 billion Jelutong landfill rehabilitation and development project was announced, but progress remains elusive. Penang local government, town and country planning committee chairman, H’ng Mooi Lye, stated during the recent state assembly meeting that all necessary approvals are expected only by the third quarter ... Read More

Fajarbaru Builder Group Bhd has announced an expansion of its joint venture with Avionics Pty Ltd (APL) in the redevelopment of military facilities at the Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) Base Butterworth in Penang. The Australian Department of Defence has awarded an additional RM39 million contract for this project, as ... Read More