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 ... Read More

Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah near here will undergo traffic diversion from Sept 12, 2026 to July 31, 2027, to make way for the Mutiara Line Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, involving piling and permanent structural works in the road median. Malaysia Rapid Transit Corporation Sdn (MRT Corp) said the 322-day ... Read More

The Penang state government has secured 1,133 new residential units under the Rent-to-Own (RTO) scheme, as part of efforts to expand homeownership opportunities for Penang residents. Penang Housing and Environment Committee chairman Dato’ Seri Sundarajoo said the state government, through the Penang Housing Board (LPNPP), invested a total of RM49.26 ... Read More

Residents affected by eviction notices at PPR Taman Manggis have been given sufficient time to secure alternative accommodation after being found to no longer meet the eligibility requirements for public housing. Penang Housing and Environment Committee chairman Dato’ Seri S. Sundarajoo said eviction notices were initially issued in March, giving ... Read More

The Waterfront Shoppes (TWS), the retail component of the 4.1 million sq ft integrated seafront development The Light City in Penang, is scheduled to soft-open on Oct 29, 2026. The Light City is a joint venture development between IJM Corporation Berhad and Singapore-based Perennial Holdings Private Limited. Spanning approximately 1.6 ... Read More

About Maldives Residences A residential development by Ideal Property Group at Bayan Lepas. Strategically located along Lorong Sungai Tiram 6, just across the road from Havana Beach Residences. It is conveniently connected to Jalan Tun Dr Awang, less than 2km away from Penang International Airport. This development comprises 46-storey building with ... Read More

The Penang state government remains committed to facilitating the implementation of the Juru-Sungai Dua Elevated Highway project, with Package 1 of the strategic traffic dispersal project now recording 40.79% physical progress. Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said construction works for Package 1, covering the route from the Juru Toll ... Read More

A 6-acre freehold prime land parcel next to Gurney Bay and Andaman Island will be offered for public auction on Oct 7, 2026, with a reserve price of RM313.632 million. Located at P.T. 858 (Plot 7A), Section 2, Bandar Tanjung Pinang, Northeast District, Penang, the land carries a reserve price ... Read More

The first phase of the Pan Island Link 2A (PIL2A) highway has reached 29.85% completion, with construction progressing slightly ahead of schedule as the project moves towards providing a direct connection between Penang island and Silicon Island. Penang Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari said the project ... Read More

As Malaysia's population ages and families place greater emphasis on retirement planning, the demand for purpose-built senior living communities continues to rise. Meeting this need is Eden at Botanica CT (EABC), an integrated retirement living community located within the 300-acre Botanica CT township, Penang. Designed to combine independent living, wellness, ... Read More