The Housing and Local Government Ministry has blacklisted 109 developers for various offences, with Minister Nga Kor Ming urging homebuyers to remain vigilant and check developers’ status before committing to purchases. Announced during the 14th Annual Affordable Housing Projects Conference on April 7, Nga revealed that the directors of these ... Read More

After more than 160 years of operation—surviving even the Japanese invasion during World War II—the Penang Turf Club (PTC) will cease its horse-racing activities by June. An extraordinary general meeting (EGM) on April 20 is expected to formalize the decision, with a two-thirds majority vote needed to dissolve the historic ... Read More

About Laguna Bay Residences An affordable housing project by Kobay Properties Teluk Kumbar, strategically located within walking distance of Lexis Suites and a short drive from Penang International Airport. Spanning approximately 1 acre, the development features a 31-story residential tower with a 9-level car parking podium. Offering 900 sq. ft ... Read More

Penang’s buildings and bridges are designed to withstand earthquakes of up to magnitude 7 on the Richter scale, according to Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. His statement comes after tremors from a magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar were felt in various parts of Penang, including George Town and Butterworth. While ... Read More

The proposed Urban Renewal Act (URA), set to be tabled in June, has sparked concerns among property owners and industry experts. The Housing and Local Government Ministry’s bill sets the consent threshold for redevelopment at 80% for buildings aged 30 years, 75% for those older than 30 years, and 51% ... Read More

Penang’s property market is evolving, and Penang International Commercial City (PICC) is leading the way as a premier integrated township. Developed by Hunza Properties Group, a trusted name in real estate, PICC is designed to offer a seamless blend of residential, commercial, and lifestyle conveniences—all in one dynamic location. If ... Read More

Zeon Properties International is emerging as a dominant force in the real estate industry, earning recognition for its innovative approach and impressive growth. The company was formed through an exciting merger between Zeon Properties Group and Dutama Properties in June last year. At the helm of this dynamic venture are ... Read More

A reclamation project has been planned at Jelutong as part of efforts to rehabilitate the aging landfill site that has been in operation since the early 1970s. This initiative, led by the Penang Development Corporation (PDC) in collaboration with PLB Engineering Bhd, is aimed at addressing environmental concerns, optimizing land ... Read More

About Savana @ Utropolis This is the fourth phase of Paramount Property’s Utropolis development at Batu Kawan. Located along Jalan Cassia Barat 2, adjacent to Sensasi and Sinaran Residences. It is less than 5 minutes’ walking distance to Design Village outlet mall and UOW MALAYSIA KDU Penang University College, with easy ... Read More

The redevelopment of Penang Hill Astaka has reached a significant milestone as it enters its second phase, marking a major step towards transforming the iconic food hub into a modern and sustainable dining destination. Penang Hill Corporation (PHC) general manager Datuk Cheok Lay Leng explained that the project is structured ... Read More