Penang has taken another bold step in its digitalisation journey with the launch of the Virtual Island of Penang (VIP), a flagship initiative by the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) that aims to strengthen public service delivery and push the state closer to its goal of becoming a smart city ... Read More

The Mutiara Light Rail Transit (LRT) project in Bayan Lepas, now entering its construction phase, is poised to become a major catalyst for economic growth and public transport transformation in Penang, said State Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari. He described the project as a “game-changing investment” ... Read More

Penang has taken another step forward in its hospitality sector yesterday with the official opening of The Millen Penang, the state’s first Autograph Collection hotel under Marriott International. Launched by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, the development is seen as a significant marker of Penang’s appeal to international investors and operators ... Read More

In a bold move set to reshape the future of urban development, Asia Green has officially launched its Green Vision Rebranding, introducing a transformative strategy built around the groundbreaking “3+X” model — a new framework to guide the creation of smart, sustainable, and purpose-driven communities. This forward-thinking model integrates four ... Read More

Property owners in Seberang Perai who have yet to settle their second quarter 2025 assessment tax will face enforcement action starting Oct 6. Mayor Dato’ Haji Baderul Amin bin Abdul Hamid said defaulters risk having their movable assets seized if payment is not made promptly. “Owners are urged to make ... Read More

The Bukit Mertajam Hospital (HBM) will expand its facilities with the addition of a new wing on land formerly occupied by the abandoned Bukit Mertajam Resthouse. The Penang government has approved the concession of the 3.2ha site, located across the road from the hospital, to address rising healthcare needs. Human ... Read More

About Mertajam Heights A residential development in the heart of Bukit Mertajam. Strategically located along Jalan Ciku, immediately opposite Ng Yam Huat food court with an abundance of essential amenities within 2km radius. The development features a 21-storey apartment building that offers a total of 278 residential units and 4 ... Read More

Penang’s real estate sector reached a new milestone today with the official launch of the 69-storey Westin Residences Penang -- the tallest residential building in northern Malaysia, designed with an earthquake-resistant structure. The launch was officiated by the Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail -- who is ... Read More

Malaysia’s housing market remained sluggish in the first half of 2025, weighed down by unsold affordable homes and weakening developer confidence, according to the Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association (Rehda). At the release of its Property Industry Survey for 1H2025 and Market Outlook for 2H2025 and 1H2026, Rehda highlighted ... Read More

Penang has become the first state in Malaysia to launch a community-driven initiative aimed at addressing the long-standing issue of abandoned vehicles in high-rise residential areas. The programme, known as Skim Strata Bebas Kenderaan Usang, was officially rolled out at Flat Turnkey Sri Pinang and jointly officiated by Transport Minister ... Read More