Penang has redrawn its urban map for the first time in nearly 60 years, declaring 25 new towns and expanding the boundaries of 10 existing ones to reflect the state’s transformation from agricultural landscapes into thriving city hubs. The sweeping amendment, gazetted on Sept 4, impacts more than 210,000 land ... Read More

About Orange Hartamas Located in Kubang Semang, this mixed development by Tahwah Group is just a 10-minute drive from Bukit Mertajam and 15 minutes from Kulim Hi-Tech Park. Several public schools, including SJKC Kubang Semang, Sri Penanti Primary School, SMK Penanti, and SMK Mengkuang, are within easy reach. The development features ... Read More

In a move to strengthen Malaysia’s housing sector, the government will introduce incentives for developers who adopt the “build-then-sell” (BTS) model, Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming announced at the Urban Engineering Symposium 2025 (Urbens 2025) last week. Nga highlighted that the BTS model forms part of broader ... Read More

The construction of a senior-friendly park in Taman Lip Sin is entering its final stage, with 93% of the works completed and full completion expected by the end of this month. Penang Island City Council (MBPP) councillor Chan Soon Aun said the RM800,000 project, located next to Block 6, is ... Read More

About D'Aleena D’Aleena is a serene, nature-inspired township in the heart of Tasek Gelugor, offering a harmonious blend of peaceful living, community spirit, and modern convenience. Following the successful sell-out of its Double-Storey Shop Offices, the latest launch features over 1,000 Single-Storey Terrace Homes and 94 Shop Offices, forming part ... Read More

Nature enthusiasts and culture seekers now have a fresh reason to explore Seberang Perai with the launch of the Penang River Cruise at Auto-City Juru. Officially opened at the River Park Jetty, this two-hour journey along Sungai Juru offers passengers a close encounter with the region’s natural beauty, wildlife, and ... Read More

The long-awaited North Coastal Paired Road (NCPR) is set to bring major relief to Penang’s northern coastline, providing residents, commuters, and tourists with a crucial alternative to the often-congested Jalan Batu Ferringhi. For years, the single-carriageway route from George Town to Batu Ferringhi and Teluk Bahang has struggled with overwhelming ... Read More

Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow has confirmed that the much-anticipated Sungai Dua to Juru elevated highway project is progressing to the next phase, with tendering and contractor appointments currently underway. The groundbreaking ceremony is expected to take place in early November, officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim ... Read More

About Seiras Residences @ Utropolis A modern high-rise within the 44.3-acre Utropolis Batu Kawan integrated development, strategically positioned near UOW Malaysia KDU, The Ship Campus, Columbia Asia Hospital, IKEA, Design Village, and the Second Penang Bridge. Introducing Penang’s first triple-key concept, it offers highly flexible layouts—from dual-key units with a private studio ... Read More

JKP Sdn. Bhd. (JKPSB), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Minister of Finance Incorporated (MKD) and implementing agency for the Penang Bumiputera Development Council (MPBPP), has launched Phase 6 and Phase 7 of its flagship Taman Seri Saujana project in Seberang Perai Selatan. The pre-launch ceremony, held at Nibong Tebal Arena, ... Read More