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ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, I have encountered surprise, pride, amazement and even disbelief when brought to the attention of a particular indigenous custom, nearby destination, a recipe or even a plant. Sarawak is so diversified culturally that it is almost impossible to have knowledge of all our traditions.

At a recent Sarawak Culinary Adventure (SCA, pg 28-31) radio interview with RTM/RedFM Jennifer Lau, much was discussed over what our local traditional fares can offer. While travellers from abroad is a need without doubt for our tourism development, it struck me that locals are also tourists in their own land, taking into account our cultural multiplicity. Greener pastures are perhaps right in our own backyard.

Megaliths of the Kelabit highlands (pg. 14-19) Romancing the stone.

Who built them? When were they built? What were they used for?

Honoured to have been invited and to have participated in the "welcoming ceremony" of 3-month old Aqisha and her 2-month old cousin, Anggun. Using a small sheaf of pandan leaves, Tepung tawar (a mixture of rose water and rice flour) is dabbed on the child's forehead to offer an abundance of blessings and protection (pg. 20-23).

Preserving the Right Rites of passage (pg. 20-23) Majlis Aqiqah dan Bercukur, a Malay tradition of blessings, gratitude and joy, marking the 100th day anniversary of a child.

Critically Endangered (pg. 24-27) The Borneo Banded Langur by wildlife photographer Chien L. Lee. "This species now exists in only a few isolated populations numbering not more than a few hundred individuals in total".

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FEW SARAWAKIANS MIGHT REALIZE THAT ONE OF THE RAREST MONKEYS IN THE WORLD can be found just a few hours drive from Kuching. This is the Bornean Banded Langur (Presbytis chrysomelas), sometimes referred to as the Sarawak Langur, and it is undoubtedly among Borneo’s most endangered mammals. Early accounts from the 19th Century indicate that this monkey was once common in the hills around Kuching, it’s loud chattering calls frequently heard in many of our local forests. However, over the past hundred years, impacts from rampant hunting and severe habitat loss have resulted in this species disappearing in over 95% of its original range. Now it can only be found in a few scattered populations in Sarawak’s national parks, with a total number of just a few hundred individuals. With continued threats, including a highway planned through one of their last refuges, the outlook for this beautiful monkey appears dire, and it may not be long before the sound of KINO its voice disappears from our forests forever. (continued)

FEW SARAWAKIANS MIGHT REALIZE THAT ONE OF THE RAREST MONKEYS IN THE WORLD can be found just a few hours drive from Kuching. This is the Bornean Banded Langur (Presbytis chrysomelas), sometimes referred to as the Sarawak Langur, and it is undoubtedly among Borneo’s most endangered mammals. Early accounts from the 19th Century indicate that this monkey was once common in the hills around Kuching, it’s loud chattering calls frequently heard in many of our local forests. However, over the past hundred years, impacts from rampant hunting and severe habitat loss have resulted in this species disappearing in over 95% of its original range. Now it can only be found in a few scattered populations in Sarawak’s national parks, with a total number of just a few hundred individuals. With continued threats, including a highway planned through one of their last refuges, the outlook for this beautiful monkey appears dire, and it may not be long before the sound of KINO its voice disappears from our forests forever.

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SHOPPING MALLS All Info Desk Counters and Food Courts. THE SPRING Starbucks, Bings, Secret Recipes. BOULEVARD. VIVIACITY MALL, PLAZA MERDEKA, TUN JUGAH Gallery 4th Fl. HILLS. CITY ONE, AEON MALL, GREEN HEIGHTS Cold Storage, Mady's Organic, HairDo. HOTELS Margarita, Riverside, Hilton, Pullman, Waterfront, Imperial, The Meritin, Merdeka Palace, LimeTree, Abell, Ranee, The Marian Boutique Lodging House, Telang Usan, Citadines, Basaga, Singgahsana, Grand Continental, Tunes, Lot 10, Batik Boutique, Daimai Resort, Damai Puree, Century Hotel, Permai Resort, Village House, Pine Garden, Memoire hotel. RESTAURANTS/BARS/CAFES Thaali Punjabi, Meow Meow, The Container, Porkies, Dapur Nyonya, PZhen, Loke Thian, Mandarin, Tom's, RainTree at BCCK, Junk, Cha Bo, Living Room, Barber, Mandarin, Minoru, MK Classico, Zinc & Bar, D'yak, Basaga, The Old Courthouse (Commons), Absolute Tribal, Le Pau, Magenta at the Square Tower, Carvery, King Curry, Madame Tang's, Sidewalk, Mike's SmokeHouse, Little Hainam, Life Cafes, Kin, Cafe Cafe, Coffee Clinics, Munch, Granary, Drunk Monkey, Black Bean Coffee, Indah Gallery, Peridot, Museum Cafe, Factory, Razzmatazz, The Alley Cat, Kuehpedia, Juniper, Threesixteen, Feast And Furious, Entangen Ruai, Grill Wine Cafe, WIne & Liquor, all the Starbucks, Bings and Secret Recipe outlets and open Food Courts etc... GALLERY Galleria at Wesberly. HOSPITALS Timberland, Kuching Specialist Healthcare, Borneo Medical Centre, Normal Medical Specialist Centre, Sarawak Heart Centre, Sarawak General Hospital, Dr Robert Koh Asia Clinic, Helen Ngu Women's Clinic, Dr. Chan Clinic, Dr. Gary Kang Clinic. Dr. Francis Ha Clinic, 20db. KUCHING AIRPORT Arrival Tourism counter, Taxi counters, Old Town, Tinklepan, Starbucks and various other shops. TERMINAL Kuching Sentral Terminal MUSEUMS/ Heritage areas: E.g. Sarawak Museum, Textile Museum, The Sarawak Club, all shops and restaurants of the Chinahouse - Courthouse vicinity. COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES Unimas, FTMS, Segi, Niit, Sunway, ICATS, UCSI, Swinburne, Limkokwing, Eksekutif, Uitm, Masterskill, College Teknologi etc… STORES/SPAS/BEAUTY Emma Daniels, Nobel, Beauty Works, Medi Spa, and many other beauty centres.

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Stress, Autism and Depression MY BROTHER, STEVEN*, RANG ME A FEW NIGHTS AGO, in a blind panic. He teaches English, and had just been told by his new boss that he is ‘too slow’ and ‘can’t deal with the things we need you to deal with in time.’ Steven’s anguish was both audible and palpable; he’s 36 and has always had trouble holding down work for any length of time.

Three years ago, this depression spiralled wildly out of control and Steven found himself ending up in an expensive rehabilitation centre for chronic addiction. He had become incapable of holding down a job although he is a remarkably bright, well-educated individual with a degree from an Australian University.

It was a sobering and truly cathartic experience for him; from a privileged background he found himself sitting in a circle with those from the lowest; brought together through addiction, stress, unemployment and ultimately depression.

But the addiction was only an outward manifestation; the real issue was the denial of his Asperger’s Syndrome and its most basic needs; a quiet space to teach individual students, time to process instructions and information – which clashed with the demands of a busy, noisy, intensely social workplace. This simply manifested as stress, which matures quickly into depression. Asperger’s need precise, clear instruction; they need more time to process information; they need place and space to remove themselves from the tension of work, and more than that, they take their work very seriously and avoid socialising so that they can concentrate on it.

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socialising as a survival mechanism.

A common misconception about Asperger’s Syndrome (a form of high-ability Autism) in Sarawak is that, like all Autism, it only affects toddlers and young children. Autism is for life. Children do not ‘grow out of it’, though they may develop covert coping strategies. The sad fact is that, as those with Autism reach their later teens, they are often forgotten or ignored, sometimes as a shameful family secret to be concealed. Somehow, these adults have to find and hold down a job. Steven is in just this situation and has rent to pay.

Those with a ‘traditional’ mind understand the world primarily as a social construct. They evaluate everything they see in human terms.

Steven has no such framework and evaluates absolutely everything received through all of his senses as individual, separate facts that have no bearing on each other unless there is a specific instruction to help him. In Asperger’s, some senses are heightened painfully, so that a dripping tap becomes like a hammer, a creaking door can sound like a string orchestra screeching

and a person talking too quickly can sound like a crowd of people shouting demands. Imagine the demands made on such a person in a crowded workplace. And then shy, nervous, bombarded with information, barely coping - they are told off for not working harder.

Luckily, a well-placed email from an autism expert has alerted his employers to the issues he faces.

As in all cases of workplace depression and stress, it is communication with those who are causing it which should be the first recourse. Otherwise subsequent communication will be with expensive addiction counsellors, doctors or KINO even psychotherapists. * Name changed to keep his situation anonymous.

Last year, Katrina achieved her MA in Autism and Asperger’s syndrome in relation to stress management. Katrina is also a qualified yoga instructor who trained in Dharamsala India.

Katrina will be opening her own studio called ‘Whole life stress management’ in a couple of months with the aim to help and support other adults with and without Autism/Asperger’s syndrome to manage stress through, yoga, meditation, music and drama.

Editor's note: Befriender Kuching provides emotional support to those who are in crisis or in distress. Phone lines operate from 6.30pm - 9.30pm daily. 082 242800

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Petronsains Dino Trek 2 Petrosains DinoTrek 2 exhibition is now in Kuching! Hurry over and meet these impressive true-to-life creatures and enjoy the experience with your loved ones!

Dinosaurs, having disappeared from Earth 65 million years ago, are only as real as discoveries go. Visitors will notice that each exhibit has a story to tell, and with a total of 9 animatronic dinosaurs and other highly interactive exhibits, DinoTrek 2 allows families to learn together through co-operative exploration. Open Tues-Sunday, 9am-5pm, last admission 4pm. Closed on Mondays and public holidays.

HOW MUCH: Free WHERE: KUCHING – Petrosains PlaysmartTM Kuching, Ground Floor, Block MPH, State Civic Centre WHO: Petrosains CONTACT: dinotrek2@gmail.com

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Treasures from Nusantara Museum Nusantara began in 19th century Netherlands as a training facility for Dutch civil servants. It would later become an ethnographic museum based on objects collected during the Dutch colonial period. Museum Nusantara sought to use these objects to give Dutch society an impression of the rich and varied cultures of the Nusantara region, also known as the Malay Archipelago, consisting of Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei. With the closing of the museum in 2013, the Museum Nusantara's collection was in search of new guardians. With a successful cooperation between Museum Nusantara and the Sarawak Museum Department, we are delighted to announce the return of 412 of these objects back to Borneo and Greater Southeast Asia. The exhibition showcases 30 selected objects which are highlights from the collection. The Nusantara Treasures include basketry, stoneware, brassware, beaded accessories, textiles and carvings. It will remain open until 31 January 2019 at the Textile Museum. The exhibition opens from 9am to 4.45pm from Monday to Friday, and from 10am to 4pm on weekends and public holidays.

HOW MUCH: Free WHERE: KUCHING – Textile Museum WHO: Sarawak Museum Department CONTACT: www.museum.sarawak.gov.my

27 JULY-19 AUGUST Kuching Festival 2018

Kuching Festival is an annual event organised by Kuching South City Council to commenorate Kuching being elevated to city status on 1st August 1988, and held to boost the local tourism and food industry. Visitors to the festival can enjoy various events held throughout the month of August, including dramatic performances, musical concerts, galleries, exhibitions, a garden show and more. One of the main attractions within the festival is the food fair, a mouth-watering event a festival of this caliber cannot do without. This year’s edition coincides with Kuching City's 30th anniversary celebration.

HOW MUCH: Free admission WHERE: KUCHING – Dewan Masyarakat Compound & Kuching Park WHO: Kuching South City Council CONTACT: 082-354200 or www.mbks.gov.my

8-30 AUGUST

Sarawak Fine Arts Society Exhibition: "Independence" Since the founding of The Sarawak Fine Arts Society (SFAS) in 1949, SFAS has worked closely with the local councils and institutions in Kuching and successfully organised many joint art exhibitions such as the Kuching Arts Festival Exhibition in 1998, the Kuching Art Festival Exhibition in 2000, the Malaysia Joint Art Exhibition in 2001 and more. Over time, SFAS members have developed their own unique artistic skills, taught and influenced by their teachers of art and teachers of life who helped shape and make them independent today.

This exhibition at Saradise Gallery entitled "Independence" is aimed at showcasing the works of 29 artists - each expresses their individualistic preference in their arts through different mediums and styles whilst acknowledging the guidance from their mentors and teachers in their artistic journey. 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday.

HOW MUCH: Free admission WHERE: KUCHING – Saradise Gallery, Titanium Tower WHO: Sarawak Fine Arts Society (SFAS) CONTACT: 082-285799 or enquiry@saradise.my

10-12 AUGUST

Bidayuh Cultural Carnival 2018 Bring the whole family to join this carnival by the Dayak Bidayuh National Association – there will be a karaoke session, photography booth, pageant, zumba, drone system demonstration, arm wrestling, live bands, blowpipe competition, traditional Bidayuh cooking, music and cultural dance. All are welcome!

HOW MUCH: Free entrance WHERE: KUCHING – DBNA HQ, Jalan Kumpang

WHO: Dayak Bidayuh National Association (DBNA) CONTACT: 082-410 324

11 AUGUST

Mind Brew: Sense of Self Mental Health Association of Sarawak will be collaborating with The Champions to bring you the first instalment of the Mind Brew series, themed Sense of Self.

A series of casual, small group discussions focusing on common emotional and mental health issues held in a casual, accessible setting over a cuppa.

HOW MUCH: Free admission, only by reservation WHERE: KUCHING – Coffee Obsession WHO: The Champions & Mental Health Association of Sarawak CONTACT: Claire 016-8462688 or email thechampionskch@gmail.com

11 AUGUST

Global Village in Kuching 2018 Global Village celebrates the diversity of cultures from around the world. Come enjoy exotic food, fun games as well as exciting performances from our exchange participants from different nationalities and local artists.

HOW MUCH: RM5 WHERE: KUCHING – HAUS KCH (City Square) WHO: AIESEC in Malaysia, Kuching and HAUS KCH CONTACT: Foong 012-209 4923 or Edmund 011-1202 8967

11-12 AUGUST

STEM Playground, Sibu #STEMplayground is back and and we are coming down to Sibu this August for the first time! Experience interactive family-friendly exhibition of creativity and innovation by Planetarium Sultan Iskandar, Petronas Petrosains, DreamCatcher, Chumbaka, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, UiTM, CR8 Robotics Borneo, STEM Playground by School of Build Environment, UCTS, Arduino Workshop for School Teachers by School of Computing, UCTS, My Little Scientist by School of Business & Management, UCTS, Engineering Playground by School of Engineering, UCTS, Drone Obstacle & Drone Dogfight by TEGAS & Drone Research and Application Center, UCTS. HOW MUCH: Free, registration required WHERE: SIBU – University College of Technology Sarawak WHO: TEGAS CONTACT: http://bit.ly/spsibu

12 AUGUST

Revealing the Invisible Universe Love science? Then join us at Swinburne to explore this

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& AROUND KUCHING AUGSEPOCT2018 Universe through the use of VR and make new discoveries through Q&A with the scientists. Prior to the Virtual Reality tour please download the free SciVR app for your smartphone. Please RSVP to reserve your free VR headset via http://bit.ly/scivr.

HOW MUCH: Free, registration required at www.eventbrite.com/e/scivr-tickets-48019623988 WHERE: KUCHING – Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak WHO: Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak CONTACT: www.facebook.com/events/2129614417285671/

12 AUGUST

Kuching Marathon 2018 Kuching Marathon 2018 (KM2018) is a road race competition which consists of a full marathon of 42KM (measured to international standard of 42.195KM), a half marathon of 21KM, and a run of 10KM and 5KM respectively. As the 5th edition of Kuching Marathon which was inaugurated on 17 August 2014, KM2018 is now an international road race recognised by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) as listed in AIMS Race Calendar at aims-worldrunning.org.

Surrounded by a subtle yet rich cultural heritage and pristine beauty, KM is well known as one of the most multicultural marathon events in the region. The run takes participants Kuching city’s rich cultural and colonial history expressed in its unique architectural buildings and landmarks, couched in natural surroundings.

HOW MUCH: RM65-RM160 depending on category WHERE: KUCHING – Padang Merdeka WHO: Kuching Marathon Association (KMA) CONTACT: kuchingmarathon@gmail.com or http:// marathonkuching.com/

14 AUGUST

Quiz Night 23 Fancy yourself to be a trivia know-it-all? Looking for something fun to do with your friends? Come join Quiz Night, at The Granary Kitchen + Bar! Bring your brains along, but don’t leave behind your instinct! It’s simple – form a team (minimum 2, maximum 6), or just get to the venue and make some new friends. Work together with your team to answer 5 rounds of questions about just anything under the sun, and your team might walk away as the official know-it-alls of the night. The winning prize = lots of food and drink at The Granary!

HOW MUCH: RM10 per participant WHERE: KUCHING – The Granary Kitchen + Bar WHO: Momentum KCH

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16 AUGUST

A Tale That Must Be Told: Macbeth Lodge International School is thrilled to be hosting KL Shakespeare Players - Shakespeare Demystified as they present A Tale that Must be Told: Macbeth! This event is suitable for children aged 7 and above, no knowledge of Shakespeare necessary. Check out the trailer at https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=yaIkJC0sgqs&feature=share to get an idea of the theatre experience that your child can experience!

HOW MUCH: RM30 WHERE: KUCHING – Lodge International School Hall WHO: Lodge International School, Diversecity & KL Shakespeare Players CONTACT: 082-362185

17 AUGUST

Introduction To Design Sprint Design Sprints are short, action-oriented work processes where multi-functional teams make sense of market, business needs and quickly co-create and prototype solution concepts that gets tested with real users. This course is suitable for students, entrepreneurs, startups, C-Suite professionals, employees in GLCs, MNCs and SMEs, as well as anyone who is interested to learn the process of product development.

HOW MUCH: Free, register at link below WHERE: KUCHING – MaGIC Sarawak, Borneo744 WHO: MaGIC Sarawak CONTACT: https://mymagic.my/events/event/ introduction-design-sprint-magic-sarawak/

18 AUGUST

KPJ Kuching ParentCraft Class KPJ Kuching ParentCraft class is back to help prepare you for your pregnancy journey. Learn about how a baby is born, pain relief in labour, caring for your newborn, how to breastfeed and care for your little one, and banking the cord for the future.

HOW MUCH: Free, registration required WHERE: KUCHING – KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital WHO: KPJ Kuching Specialist Hospital CONTACT: 082-365777 ext 105, 107, 108

18-20 AUGUST

Kamishibai – Storytelling Workshop for Children Bring your kids to join our joyful workshop on KAMISHIBAI (Japanese storytelling) on 18th, 19th and 20th August 2018 at 2.30 pm-4.30 pm at the Seminar Room,

Level 1, Sarawak State Library. Limited to 20 participants for each session.

HOW MUCH: Free, register at bit.ly/pustakamishibai WHERE: KUCHING – Sarawak State Library WHO: Sarawak State Library CONTACT: Siti Zalilah at 082-442000 (ext. 338) or sitizz@sarawak.gov.my.

21-25 AUGUST

Sibu International Dance Festival 2018 The 7th Sibu International Dance Festival will take place on August 21-25 at the Sibu Civic Centre and the Ku Tien Memorial Park in Sibu. The Sibu International Dance Festival is dedicated to presenting a world-class celebration of the dance arts by creating timeless and adventurous productions that stimulate arts education, foster economic growth, and unite dancer and audiences.

The festival was privately debuted in 2012 at Sibu, Malaysia, and has attracted international dance groups from Lithuania, Southern Thailand, Singapore, as well as local groups. Indoor and outdoor performances will be held throughout the festival.

HOW MUCH: RM30 or RM50 tickets WHERE: SIBU – Sibu Civic Centre & Ku Tien Memorial Park WHO: Hornland Dance Theatre CONTACT: 084-349932 or 016-8937614 or http://sidfestival.com/

22 AUGUST

MNS and SSPCA Talk: The Science of Rabies The science behind rabies will be unravelled during this talk which is hosted by Sarawak Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SSPCA) and Malaysian Nature Society (MNS Sarawak). Participants should come away with an improved understanding of the different types of rabies, the mechanisms by which it spreads, and ways in which it affects different species. If you wish to learn more about this disease, please join us. You can register by sending us an email.

HOW MUCH: Free, registration required WHERE: KUCHING – Lime Tree Hotel, Jalan Abell WHO: MNS & SSPCA CONTACT: mnskuching@gmail.com

23-24 AUGUST

TriBE 2018 Under Sarawak’s award-winning campaign “Redefining Global Tribes”, SCB will play host to the first ever Business Events Tribal Meet (TriBE) 2018 – which will take place in Kuching, Sarawak from 23rd to 24th August 2018. TriBE 2018’s core objective, creating a generation of Business

AUGSEPOCT2018 CALENDAR-IN-OUT & Events Leaders – supercharged with tribal values, armed with digital tools – to create purposeful legacy impact.

TriBE 2018 will see international thought leaders speaking on digital disruptions within the sector - the challenges, the alternative solutions and the impact on the sector and the destination; a subject matter aligned to Sarawak’s vision of a digitalised economy driven by the Chief Minister. TriBE 2018 will also see the celebration of the 9th Anak Sarawak Awards – Malaysia’s first award to internationally acknowledge convention hosts, industry members and media partners for their commitment in ensuring the success of the international, regional and local business events in Sarawak.

HOW MUCH: Register for an invitation at http://www. tribe-assembly.com/conference.php WHERE: KUCHING – Pullman Hotel & Old Courthouse WHO: Sarawak Convention Bureau CONTACT: http://www.tribe-assembly.com/

24 AUGUST

MaGIC Sarawak Grill or Chill #August 2018 Grill or Chill (GoC) is a platform for startups to showcase their product and get valuable feedback from experts in the startup ecosystem. Each GoC ends with a networking session where you can mingle and connect with other entrepreneurs in a cozy environment.

How It Works: Each startup to be grilled are given 10 minutes.

5 minutes – Startup to showcase their product 5 minutes – Startup to be grilled by Grillers HOW MUCH: Free, registration required WHERE: KUCHING – Borneo 744 WHO: MaGIC Sarawak CONTACT: https://mymagic.my/events/event/ grill-chill-august-2018-magic-sarawak/

24 AUGUST

The Grand Challenge Kuching Grand Challenge 2018 aims to bring together a total of 200 professionals to collaboratively code for an exhilarating 36 hours to develop awesome projects.

This year, The Grand Challenge will run in Penang, Johor, Sarawak and Kuala Lumpur. Winners from these 4 locations will be provided a platform in 'Next Big Tech Asia 2018' on October 3rd to pitch for investment or commercialisation. The theme is "Smart Logbook & Hiker Tracking for Forestry Department", and there will be RM3,000 worth of prizes from the sponsors.

HOW MUCH: Free, registration required at www. thegrandchallenge.my WHERE: KUCHING – Tegas Digital Innovation Hub

WHO: ITT CONTACT: 016-4823528 or vel@itt.asia

25 AUGUST

MakanMakan: Pesta Orang Ulu This year, MakanMakan Sarawak brings you Pesta Orang Ulu! The Orang Ulu consists of 23 sub-ethnic communities in Sarawak. This year the festival brings you a celebration of culture, food and festivities of the Kayan, Kenyah, Lunbawang, Kelabit, and much more! The day will be filled with various workshops, exhibitions, performances, and it will be topped off with a culinary dinner experience that’s not to be missed.

HOW MUCH: Free admission (exhibitions only), RM50 (cultural dinner) WHERE: KUCHING – Dayak Bidayuh National Association WHO: The Champions, Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) & FORUM CONTACT: Larissa 016-8462688 or email thechampionskch@gmail.com

25 AUGUST

Basic Fundamental of Sign Language Basic Fundamental of Sign Language conducted by Sarawak Society for the Deaf from 10.30am-12.30pm.

Limited to 20 people. The fee of RM20 per person includes a food voucher from Sunnydale 1928 Cafe.

HOW MUCH: RM20 WHERE: KUCHING – Cafe Event Space, Sunnydale 1928 Cafe, Chemsain Building WHO: Sunnydale 1928 Cafe CONTACT: 082-548222

25 AUGUST

Business Excellerator Intensive Business Excellerator Intensive focuses on enhancing client relationships, building trust and instilling values among co-workers, and making learning reproducible within the team. Join Garry Chow from Caveman Asia, award-winning training company, that utilises a cutting-edge, immersive business learning approach to support entrepreneurs who seek to grow their businesses and positively impact their communities.

HOW MUCH: Free admission, registration required WHERE: KUCHING – MaGIC Sarawak @ Borneo744 WHO: MaGIC CONTACT: https://mymagic.my/events/event/ business-excellerator-intensive-magic-sarawak/

25 AUGUST

Timberland Medical Centre Antenatal Class

We welcome you to our free Antenatal Class program. It is our desire to share and guide you through your pregnancy, and to prepare you to welcome your bundle of joy. Our consultant O&G and paediatrician, together with our well trained maternity nurses will share with you everything you need to know about motherhood.

Registered participants will get goodie bags, refreshments and a chance to enter the lucky draw. First time mothers are encouraged to attend.

HOW MUCH: Free, registration required WHERE: KUCHING – Timberland Medical Centre WHO: Timberland Medical Centre CONTACT: 012-8552002

26 AUGUST

Music City: Make It or Break It Music City is set to explore the relationship between music and the built environment. Aiming beyond rainforest music celebrations, Music City brings together leaders from governments, cities and regions, academics, organisations and the music scene to discuss, debate and introduce new thinking. Music City showcases best practices on the use of music – and all its variants – to improve city life as well as the role and impact of music across education. Employment, community building, placemaking, licensing and regulation is also explored in this event. Through collaborative panels, keynotes and networking sessions, Music City presents the future of music in our cities.

HOW MUCH: Free, registration required WHERE: KUCHING – MaGIC Sarawak, Borneo 744 WHO: MaGIC Sarawak CONTACT: https://mymagic.my/events/event/ music-city-make-break-magic-sarawak/

27-28 AUGUST

Pesta Limau Bintangor Power Boat Race 2018 In conjunction with “Pesta Limau Bintangor” in Bintangor, Sibu, the Power Boat Race showcases local talents and exposes the public to waters sports. The food and trade fairs around the Power Boat Race make for a fun day for competitors as well as spectators, all along the Rejang riverside.

HOW MUCH: Free admission WHERE: BINTANGOR WHO: Majlis Daerah Maradong dan Julau CONTACT: 0846-93232

2, 9, 23, 30 SEPTEMBER

The Silent Run 2.0 The purpose of the Silent Run is to raise funds for the

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& AROUND KUCHING AUGSEPOCT2018 development of sports for deaf athletics in Sarawak, up to the Deaflympic level and also for the development of culture and education of the deaf. It is also to foster a sporting spirit among the deaf community. Choose from a 3km or 7km distance.

HOW MUCH: RM50-RM60 WHERE: MIRI (2 Sept), BINTULU (9 Sept), SIBU (23 Sept), KUCHING (30 Sept) WHO: Sarawak Deaf Sports CONTACT: www.facebook.com/SSDeaf

7-9 SEPTEMBER

Borneo Fashion Week 2018 Borneo Fashion Week 2018 (BFW18), which made its debut only in 2017, has become the most significant and prominent fashion event on the island, providing a platform for local talents to showcase and promote their unique Borneo art heritage. BFW18 brings together fashion industry professionals from retail and trade buyers to trendsetters, emerging and established designers. The three-day event this year from September 7-9, will see participation from designers such as Amanda Brown, Azhar Zainal, Melvin Shah and Wynka in a series of fashion shows, red carpet events, workshops, press conferences, exhibitions and after parties.

HOW MUCH: RM50-RM2,800 depending on show and accommodation inclusive packages WHERE: KUCHING - Pullman Kuching WHO: Borneo Fashion Week 2018 CONTACT: www.borneofashionweek.com.my

8 SEPTEMBER

Miss World Malaysia 2018 Charity Gala & Coronation Night The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture, Youth & Sports is supporting Miss World Malaysia 2018 to promote its “Beauty With A Purpose” charity mission. The Charity Gala and Coronation Night will be held at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) on September 8.

HOW MUCH: Contact organisers for more details WHERE: KUCHING - Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) WHO: Miss World Malaysia, supported & sponsored by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture, Youth and Sports Sarawak CONTACT: http://missworldmalaysia.org/

8 SEPTEMBER

Deaf Talent Show The deaf community presents line dancing, drama and sketch, youth dance, youth music and deafbeat and deaf

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music together with YMCA KL. HOW MUCH: RM30 WHERE: KUCHING – DBKU Auditorium WHO: Sarawak Society for the Deaf CONTACT: Ernest Ting 016-8716216 (whatsapp/sms only)

13-16 SEPTEMBER

Sarawak 4×4 Jamboree The 3rd edition of the Sarawak 4×4 Jamboree will take place from September 13 to 16, starting in the central region with Sibu before proceeding to Kanowit, Song and Kapit, crossing the wild rainforest terrain of the Sarawak interior. Last year more than 120 participants from age 7 67 years old joined in the fun. Closing date for submission is 1 August 2018.

HOW MUCH: RM800 WHERE: SIBU, KANOWIT, SONG, KAPIT WHO: SAKTA 4x4 CONTACT: www.facebook.com/Sakta4x4/

15-16 SEPTEMBER

Slide the City Miri Asia’s largest inflatable slide will be splashing in Miri this 15-16 September. Slide the City Miri, a giant waterslide sensation, has spawned a splash-tecular frenzy in Kuala Lumpur last year. This September, Curtin University will be transformed into a slip n’ slide playground unlike anything seen before in East Malaysia! A huge gigantic slide is all set to entertain visitors. Experience a carnival-like atmosphere, which is truly a unique and unforgettable experience not to be missed. Though the slide may be the main attraction, the carnival offers local food & beverage vendors, live music, and other carnival activities to truly make Slide the City Miri a magical, unforgettable experience for students, families and kids!

Slide the City Miri is proudly powered by Maybank, sponsored by Grabcar, supported by Curtin University Malaysia and endorsed by Sarawak Tourism, Miri City Council and Discover Miri.

HOW MUCH: RM69-RM256 WHERE: MIRI – Curtin University WHO: Monkey Theory & Student Council Curtin University CONTACT: https://secure.slidethecity.asia/

20-23 SEPTEMBER

Camp United 2018 An immersive camp aimed at fostering unity amongst our youth through an engaging and holistically challenging shared experience which focuses on the importance of building human connections, moral values, social integrity and the significance of

community. Every year, this camp brings together 100 youths from different universities and colleges from all over Sarawak for a 4 days and 3 nights getaway from the city. Camp United is filled with action-packed games and deep communal discussions. A camp by young people for young people, we seek to create and build inspired, passionate communities of youths.

HOW MUCH: RM80 or RM120 (after 4th Sept) WHERE: MUKAH – Kingwood Resort WHO: The Champions & Yayasan Perpaduan Sarawak (YPS) CONTACT: http://www.thechampionskch.com

20-23 SEPTEMBER

Sibu International Base Jump 2018 Sibu International Base Jump is a yearly event which began in 2009. This event is organised by Sibu Tourism Task Force Group with technical support by BASE Jumper from Australia and Malaysia. Sibu Base Jump is planned to be carried out just a week before KL Tower Jump. BASE jumpers from arround the world have found Sibu BASE Jump to be a unique and enjoyable event with a very welcoming atmosphere. BASE jumpers launch from the top of Wisma Sanyan and land in Sibu Town Square.

Standing 126 meters high, Wisma Sanyan is the tallest building in Sarawak.

HOW MUCH: Free admission for public WHERE: SIBU – Wisma Sanyan & Sibu Town Square (Phase I) WHO: Sibu Tourism Task Force Group CONTACT: 084-321963/330500 or garyc71@gmail.com

21-23 SEPTEMBER

Pementasan Amal Teater Muzikal: Sultan Tengah (Musical Theatre: Sultan Tengah) A musical theatre based on the life of Pengiran Muda Tengah Ibrahim Ali Omar Shah, also known as Raja Tengah. Sultan Tengah was proclaimed Sultan of Sarawak (then a territory of Brunei) by his father, the Sultan of Brunei, and he arrived in Sarawak with a group of nobles and an army of more than 1,000 warriors to establish his territory. The warriors were from the Sakai, Kedayan and Bunut ethnic groups – many of whom became ancestors to our Sarawak Malay community. This musical theatre will feature main actors Fahrin Ahmad (Sultan Tengah), Mahmud Ali Basah (Sultan Abdul Jalilul Akbar), and Bob Yusof (Menteri Amar Setia), together with 16 additional actors, 35 musicians playing live, 8 backup singers and 50 dancers. Don't miss the chance to see this musical theatre, playing for the very first time in Kuching! The musical will be in Malay.

AUGSEPOCT2018 CALENDAR-IN-OUT & HOW MUCH: RM20, RM150 and RM200 WHERE: KUCHING – Stadium Perpaduan WHO: DBKU CONTACT: 082-512200 or prd@dbku.gov.my

26-30 SEPTEMBER

Borneo International Kite Festival 2018 Borneo International Kite Festival in Bintulu Sarawak is now bigger, better! Kite enthusiasts will always bring something new to show to their fellow kite lovers and fly these magnificent art pieces at the centre of the booming town. There will be amateurs and professionals joining in the fun and most of them will bring along their entire families too. Naturally, this is also a festival for locals to take part in and some come from as far as Kuching, Sibu, Miri and even from neighbouring Brunei and Sabah. On the ground, you can also learn about making these kites, especially something as big as the Malaysian ‘Wau’, which is a work of art. Cultural performers will also be around to showcase their dancing skills and costumes during the festival, as this is a good opportunity to showcase Malaysian multicultural diversity. The array of food from stalls and hawkers put up during the event will be something to savour too.

HOW MUCH: Free admission WHERE: BINTULU – Old Airport Runway WHO: Bintulu Development Authority CONTACT: Muammar Quaddafi bin Abdul Razak, muammarq@gmail.com / muammarqr@bda.gov.my 086-332011

28-29 SEPTEMBER

Kuching Waterfront Jazz Festival The 2-day Kuching Waterfront Jazz Festival 2018 presented by Grand Margherita Hotel returns on the 28th-29th September 2018. With a strategically positioned main stage overlooking the scenic Sarawak River, KWJF 2018 promises its festival goers a continuous flow of soulful music coupled with eclectic offerings of food and beverages, arts, crafts, activities and workshops. Showcasing jazz bands and performers from around the world and our own homegrown talent, be prepared to be mesmerised by the myriad of sounds and expect an evening of fun and fiesta.

HOW MUCH: RM50-RM300 depending on category WHERE: KUCHING – Kuching Waterfront @ Grand Margherita Hotel Kuching WHO: Place Borneo Sdn. Bhd. CONTACT: 082-55189 or info@placeborneo.com

29 SEPTEMBER-28 OCTOBER

What About Kuching Kuching. A vibrant city in the heart of Borneo that’s renowned for its culture, crafts and cuisine. This is where old world splendour meets new world charm. Where locals are proud to call home, and visitors who yearn for more cannot wait to return. Again, and again. To celebrate this city’s abundant yet distinct charm, the local community has come together to present What About Kuching 2018, a tribute to the spirit of Kuching. This first-ever month-long festival is where the arts, culture and lifestyle of Kuching take centre stage. After all, what better way to appreciate a city than through the eyes of a local?

HOW MUCH: Free admission WHERE: KUCHING – Various locations WHO: About Kuching Sdn. Bhd. CONTACT: 082-414326 or info@aboutkuching.com

30 SEPTEMBER

Padawan Raft Safari 2018 The adventure of a lifetime is back. The Padawan Raft Safari 2018 promises both local and international participants a smashing time along Sungai Sarawak Kiri in the Padawan area. Participants will also get to indulge in music and dance with the local communities in the night at Kpg. Annah Rais, Kpg Danu and Kpg Git. The much awaited annual event promises lots of fun and adventure for all nature lovers. The scenic, breathtaking view of the evergreen jungles and the famous Giam Rapids along the route are an everlasting experience.

Participants will battle the river current starting from Kpg Annah Rais, Kpg Temurang and Kpg Danu with everyone finishing at Kpg Git in time for the closing ceremony at 3pm. The approximate distance for the Rafting Expert and Kayaking Category is 40 km, Men Open Rafting 26 km, Women, Government Departments and Hotels & Tour Agencies Rafting 22 km. Enjoy the kayak and bamboo raft ride down the crystal clear river water, surrounded by beautiful Mother Nature all the way, and finish the day by experiencing the rich culture, local entertainment and local cuisine at the food bazaar at Kpg Annah Rais and Kpg Git. Attractive cash prizes and trophies to be won.

HOW MUCH: RM60-RM200 WHERE: PADAWAN – Kampung Annah Rais, Kampung Danu & Kampung Git WHO: Padawan Municipal Council, Ministry of Tourism Malaysia, Ministry of Tourism Sarawak in collaboration with government agencies and NGOs CONTACT: Mdm Elizabeth Loh 013-8806012, Cr. Ahkim Sarok 017-8978737, Mdm Jannice Abraham 019-8897937 or Mdm Kho Ai Mei 013-8258772

4-7 OCTOBER

Sarawak's Authors Festival 2018 This will feature a variety of presentations and readings by authors, as well as other events, over a four day period. The festival is organised mainly to promote Sarawak’s authors and to encourage creativity and quality publication activities in the state. It is also to preserve literary heritage and provide local authors and local publications access to a global audience. The festival aims to provide a program of events which engages and inspires the interest of the community in the many forms of the written word and to build a public arena for the promotion and presentation of local and regional writing.

HOW MUCH: Free WHERE: KUCHING – Pustaka Negeri Sarawak WHO: Pustaka Negeri Sarawak CONTACT: Jassalini Jamain or Shafinaz Afidia at 082-440488 or email jassalij@sarawak.gov.my/ shafiaaa@sarawak.gov.my (State Records Repository)

7 OCTOBER

Healthy Mind Charity Run 2.0 It's finally here! This year's Mental Health Charity Run 2.0 will be held on 7th October 2018 in conjunction with World Mental Health Day. Our theme is "Run For Dignity".

Come and join the run and get healthy for a good cause.

Together we fight against mental health stigma. Other activities during the day include free health screening, a mental health exhibition, a "know your medicine" exhibition and organ donor promotion.

HOW MUCH: RM50, register at healthymind2.eventrunner. com.my; RevRun @Brooks, Green Heights Mall or Hospital Sentosa Kuching WHERE: KUCHING – Waterfront Square WHO: Badan Kebajikan Psikiatri, Hospital Sentosa CONTACT: Faizal 016-2117656 or Jesica 0111-5857198

13 OCTOBER

Sarawak Adventure Challenge Billed as one of the toughest adventure challenges in the region in 2017, the second edition in 2018 continues as a one-day duathlon adventure race showcasing some of the best rainforests, rivers and trails of Western Borneo.

With the theme “The Sacred Mountain”, this year’s challenge combines the excitement and demands of XC MTB (cross-country mountainbiking) and trail running. In response to requests for more variety in the format, SAC has expanded a number of categories to include (in addition to the main team events) an individual duathlon, as well as individual MTB and individual trail

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& AROUND KUCHING AUGSEPOCT2018 run categories. This year’s route will cover an exhilarating 52 km, in the vicinity of Kuching, with the perfect brew of Sarawak’s spectacular nature, scenic tribal villages and a mysterious ‘sacred mountain’.

HOW MUCH: RM80-RM420 WHERE: BAU – Singai WHO: Draco Action Sports CONTACT: 082-238801 or info@sarawakchallenge.com

13 OCTOBER

38 Blood Run This event is organized by 38 Media and co-organised by Blood Bank of Sarawak General Hospital. Our main objective is to increase the awareness of blood donation among the Kuching communities and to raise blood funds for Blood Bank of Sarawak General Hospital. All participants will receive a race pack which includes a t-shirt, medal and vouchers.

HOW MUCH: Donors: 5KM - RM45, 10KM - RM55 Normal price: 5KM - RM55, 10KM - RM65 WHERE: KUCHING – Vivacity Megamall WHO: 38 Media & Blood Bank of Sarawak General Hospital CONTACT: Register at www.malaysiarunner.com

20-21 OCTOBER

Makersmeet 2018 Pustaka Negeri Sarawak is promoting the maker movement in the State of Sarawak by focusing on building a network of makers, entrepreneurs and highlighting local talents. It will be an event for all ages – to explore and have hands-on fun in woodwork, gardening, arts and craft, robotics, 3D printing and electronics. Pustaka is expecting many makers of various ages, interests and background covering electronics, arts and crafts, student projects, kit makers, textiles, Arduino projects, robotics and other science projects to come and join this event.

HOW MUCH: Free entrance WHERE: KUCHING – Pustaka Negeri Sarawak WHO: Pustaka Negeri Sarawak CONTACT: Wan Mazli Wan Razali 019-8868444/Razak Rambili 019-8441048 or 082-442000 ext 103/348 or mazlir@sarawak.gov.my/razakr@sarawak.gov.my

26 OCTOBER

Sarawak International Culinaire Challenge (SICC) Welcome to the first Sarawak International Culinaire Challenge (SICC)! Competitions play a vital role in culinary arts as they continually raise the standards of culinary excellence. There is no better way for a culinarian to hone

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their craft than by putting their skills and knowledge to the test in a competitive format. Categories include hot cooking, pastry art, artistic food and patisserie.

HOW MUCH: Entry fees from RM100-RM300 WHERE: KUCHING – UCSI Hotel Kuching WHO: Kuching Chefs Association and UCSI University CONTACT: www.facebook.com/kuchingchefs

26-28 OCTOBER

Deepavali Bazaar/Colours of Unity 2018 CityOne Megamall and trendy local Bollywood boutique, Lavasthraa in collaboration with HAUS KCH will be organising a Deepavali Bazaar in conjunction with Deepavali. The event will showcase fashion shows, cooking competitions, an art and food market, Bollywood Zumba competition, and much more!

HOW MUCH: Free admission WHERE: KUCHING – CityOne Megamall WHO: Lavasthraa Beautiq & HAUS KCH CONTACT: Ashweein Narayanan 016-8083118 or Syed Rusydie 016-4206175 or haus.kch@gmail.com Every Sunday Free Community Kitchen Kuching Sikh Temple provides a free public lunch from 12-2pm every Sunday to all, irrespective of caste, religion and race.

HOW MUCH: Free WHERE: KUCHING – Jalan Masjid, beside the Poliklink WHO: Gurdwara Sahib Kuching CONTACT: https://www.facebook.com/Gurdwara-SahibKuching-169683883055071/ Every Sunday SSPCA Adoption Campaign SSPCA holds weekly adoption campaigns at shopping malls on the first three Sundays of each month. Do check out our Facebook page to find out where we will be that Sunday, volunteers are welcome.

WHERE: KUCHING – Kuching Malls WHO: SSPCA CONTACT: Brenda Png 019-886 3118 Once a month Takakura Home Composting Workshop Learn how to compost your kitchen waste at home with Takakura home composting, which can reduce the amount of household rubbish generated while producing a high quality fertiliser for your garden. Check www. mbks.sarawak.gov.my for the schedule of the workshop.

HOW MUCH: Free

WHERE: KUCHING – Stutong Community Market WHO: MBKS CONTACT: 082-354265/354269 Roger Kho

Every last Saturday of the month Parkinson's Disease Support Group People with Parkinson's and their supporters are invited to the Parkinson's support group gathering that is scheduled at 3pm-4.30pm every last Saturday of the month. The support group gathering is a perfect opportunity for those with Parkinson's to connect with medical specialists, pharmacists, physiotherapists and other professionals, as well as to participate in activities such as voice training, tai chi, art and dance.

HOW MUCH: Free WHERE: KUCHING – Jalan Tengah, off Green Road WHO: Kuching Parkinson's Society CONTACT: Mary Lu 016-895 1877 Every 1st Saturday of the month Sarawak Blood Donors Society organises a blood donation campaign on every first Saturday of the month – the venue of each campaign will be announced when times comes, do check our facebook page for the details.

HOW MUCH: Free WHERE: KUCHING – Various venues WHO: Sarawak Blood Donors Society CONTACT: www.facebook.com/sarawakblooddonors Every 1st Sunday of the month Urban Sketchers Kuching Sketch Crawl Urban Sketchers are a group based in Kuching who draw the city they live in. They gather at a Kuching venue every first Sunday of the month to draw on location, capturing what they see from direct observation. Sketchers of any skill level are welcome to join.

HOW MUCH: Free, bring your own drawing supplies WHERE: KUCHING – Various venues WHO: Urban Sketchers Kuching CONTACT: www.facebook.com/groups/USkKuching/ Every last Sunday of the month Sarawak Society for the Deaf Hair Cut Day Come and support the Sarawak Society for the Deaf by having your hair cut here for very reasonable prices!

Open from 9am-12pm.

HOW MUCH: from RM2 (trim for children)-RM10 (adults) WHERE: KUCHING – Sarawak Society for the Deaf WHO: Sarawak Society for the Deaf CONTACT: www.ssd.org.my

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by Derek Kho

Street Culture Secrets...

Nightfall ushers in boom-baps and breaks as Cat City rocks to the sound of James Brown and 808s. Run by John Chris and Nazrin Zakaria of Elevated Entity/Soul Higher Crew, Kuching Youth Jam (KYJ) is currently in its 24th edition, a monthly community gathering of street dancers who battle it out each month in heated competition. These events have a somewhat nomadic nature, migrating from the streets behind Civic Centre to the Waterfront Amphitheatre, with little regard for profit. These dancers hone their craft on the sidewalk and prove themselves over and over again, and KYJ is their arena.

Next to carpenter street behind Drunk Monkey Bar, the now Instagram famous murals stand proud in daylight or moon shine.

Bold primary colours and fearless strokes from the spray cans of artists such as “Tha Black Cat” coat the walls, flowing seamlessly into urban calligraphy from the likes of Letterhythm, punctuated by raw character designs from Twentyfifth.

These walls are a hidden battleground, the paintings ever changing as they paint, repaint, and repaint again, unspoken rules guiding their unwavering hands as the walls evolve with each iteration.

Under blazing sunshine the skaters of Kuching ride under the names of Spoil Devils, RRK 420, Tha Institute,

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STREET CULTURE AROUND THE WORLD has this devil-may-care, catchme-if-you-can attitude of rebelliousness and youthful energy. Kuching has its own vibrant scene, fusing twentieth century urban Americana with bold Sarawakian flavour.

to name a few. The old guard pick up their boards again and again, people like Hanafiah and Masja led the way with technical prowess and a can-do attitude, whilst the young bloods grow strong. Skaters like Afiq Asyraf Ali of Hensem Co. carve their way through Old Courthouse and Carpenter Street, whilst promoting positivity through their lifestyle.

Skaters such as Syed Rusydie contribute to the arts as well through his efforts in Haus.

They say all roads lead to Rome and in this city, here streets march to the different rhythms of the same beat.

The once rebellious young have grown up, and doggedly cling on to their respective urban cultures because it means something to them.

These “gangster” looking rough-andtumble individuals want to give back to the community, to the youth of today as a sign of love for their craft, united by mutual rivalry.

These arts have a unique “warrior” mentality, built into the art. They battle each other, give birth to rival groups and pit their skills and creativity within the confines of the form be it with dance, paint or skateboards. The streets of Kuching hold these secrets close to her heart, yet they are open to all who want to hear them. She whispers tales of bravery and awe through the lips of the men and women who lived them, told over a bottle of tuak or at a good supper, always in good company.

So listen closely to the sound of the streets, you may come away with shared secrets to keep.

KINO Derek Kho is a writer, dancer and performer who has adopted a style of intense, visual and vivid storytelling to bring life to his work. As a Kuchingite who’s been away and is rediscovering his home town, he aims to bring engaging and intelligent works that explores cultures both contemporary and traditional.

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by Nicholas Gani

IN THE MIRI DIVISION OF SARAWAK, in the

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Kelabit Highlands, hundreds of stone carvings and built structures dot the jungle landscape. Nearly always covered in green moss, and surrounded by shrubs, rotting branches and dead leaves, they seem a part of the ‘natural’ jungle. To innocent eyes, they lend an air of mystery. Who built them? When were they built? What were they used for? Some are found in a ruinous state.

They have been abandoned, like relics of a forgotten time. Or at least that was how they appeared to me when I first encountered them some seven years ago. At the time, I was (with two other colleagues of mine) conducting ethnographic research on highland salt production. One of the field trips took me to the Kelabit Highlands. It was on the trek to the salt spring near the abandoned village of Pa’ Main where I experienced my first encounter with an upland stone monument (I saw two of them at different locations, in fact). It was, as they say, love at first sight. I would go on to study the archaeology of the upland monuments, and the topic would become the focus of my ongoing doctoral research.

In archaeological parlance, stone monuments like these are called ‘megaliths’ (from Greek: mega meaning ‘large’, and lithos meaning ‘stone’). In the local Kelabit language, various terms are used to describe the stones, indicating both form and function. Batuh narit refers to rock boulders carved with designs of human or animal figures, and/or symbols. Meanwhile, batuh nangan (‘supported stone’) refers to dolmens (or ‘stone tables’) or slabbuilt structures. Lungun batuh (‘stone coffin’), on the other hand, are The Batuh Ritung monument in Pa’ Lungan, in the northern Kelabit Highlands. www.kuchinginandout.com KINO 14

Romancing the Stone: MEGALITHS OF THE KELABIT HIGHLANDS

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cylindrical containers hewn out of stone (usually undressed, although some may be carved with designs). There are also the batuh senuped (‘erected stone’) and perupun (‘stone mounds’).

The megalithic culture of the Kelabit Left: A stone jar with a slab cover at Long Sebua’.

Below: This carved stone in Long Banga is known to the locals as Batu Kalong.

Right: This stone carving may look ancient, but it was carved by some Penan from Long Lamai around the year 2000.

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Highlands is possibly an ancient and, at the same time, a continuous one.

Recent archaeological research suggests that some of the earliest stone mounds were constructed as early as around 2,500 years ago. Excavations conducted at a number of megalithic sites in the Kelabit Highlands have also found an array of artefacts such as cremated bones, stone and glass beads, local earthenware and trade ceramics, and metal objects belonging to different time periods between 2,000 and a few hundred years ago. Among the Kelabit, megalithic practices were observed until around 1950, when the tradition ceased owing to modernisation and the people’s conversion to Christianity.

Traditionally, megaliths were built during irau (‘feast’) as part of elaborate funerary rites of elite members of the Kelabit society. The batuh nangan and the lungun batuh, for example, were burial monuments where the bones of the deceased were placed in a secondary burial event known as burak nulang.

The batuh senuped, on the other hand, commemorated the deceased or marked the location of the grave.

The perupun, besides functioning as memorials, are also said to be the final repositories for the valuable properties (beads, gongs and jars) of heirless elites.

The indigenous Kelabit ethnic group believe that they have populated the highland region since time immemorial. The stone monuments are thus, evidence of their long history in the landscape and represent traces of their ancestors. Many monuments are believed to be the work of Kelabit cultural heroes, whose exploits are told in oral stories and epic songs. One Kelabit origin story recounts how a legendary figure by the name of Seluyah carved designs on rocks and made holes in rock that became caves. A number of rock carvings are also said to bear the footprints or self-portraits of the hero KINO www.kuchinginandout.com 17

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Tuked Rini. Meanwhile, certain stone structures are believed to be his ‘cooking stoves’ or ‘sharpening stones’. These stoneworks were made in the mythical time of getoman lalud (‘joining with power’) when people were giants or had greater powers. It is said that Tuked Rini and others of his time were able to fly or to morph into other animal or plant beings. Thus, the stoneworks are also said to have been made to demonstrate strength and superhuman powers.

Probably the best known stone monument in the Kelabit Highlands is the Batuh Ritung. The Batuh Ritung monument is remarkable because it is the only known example in Sarawak, or perhaps even Borneo, of a large dolmen (batuh nangan) that is still standing until today. Because of its uniqueness, the monument was Top: Two standing stones in a paddy field in Bario.

Right: Perupun Arur Ritan is one of two stone mound sites in Pa’ Lungan excavated by the Early Central Borneo Project in 2013-2014.

gazetted as a historical monument under the Sarawak Cultural Heritage Ordinance 1993. The Batuh Ritung because, according to legend, it is the tomb of a Kelabit aristocrat by the name of Ritung. Today, it is a popular tourist attraction, and many visitors have made the 5-hour trek from Bario to the village of Pa’ Lungan (where the Batuh Ritung is located) just to catch a glimpse of the famous Kelabit monument. In the village, there is even a homestay called the ‘Batuh Ritung Guesthouse’, attesting to the monument’s iconic status.

The Batuh Ritung was also the site of an archaeological excavation conducted by the British archaeologist Tom Harrisson and the Sarawak Museum in 1962. Memories of this excavation, as well as of Tom Harrisson, continue to exist in the Highlands until today. It is fair to say that Harrisson was, and still is, fondly remembered by the Kelabit.

Mention ‘Tom Harrisson’ during any visit to the highlands, and you are bound to hear stories about this largerthan-life man. A rather amusing story occurred during the excavation of the

Batuh Ritung in 1962. As told to me by a descendant of a Kelabit man who worked with Tom Harrisson during the excavation: When they were digging [underneath the Batuh Ritung’s capstone], they would take turns. When it was my father’s turn, he was afraid that the big and heavy stone would suddenly fall on top of him. Tom Harrisson saw my father’s fear and asked, “Why? Are you afraid of death? If you are afraid, I will lie down underneath the stone while you dig. If it falls, we die together.” After that, my father resumed digging.

Fear (or perhaps more accurately, respect) of the stones is also manifested in local beliefs. Megalithic sites are believed to be potent, and are residing places of spirits. Thus, they are places to be respected, and to some people, perhaps best avoided.

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Kalong was moved because it was believed to be causing bad dreams among some villagers. Today, it is found in a nondescript location at the edge of the village, sheltered by an unassuming wooden hut with rusted zinc roofings. Across the road from its original location in the middle of the village, now stands an Evangelical Christian (Sidang Injil Borneo) church.

During one of my recent fieldwork visits, I experienced firsthand the local belief regarding megalithic sites.

One late afternoon, with two Penan companions, I was returning to the village of Long Beruang from the stone jar site at Ba’ Sebua, when suddenly dark clouds loomed menacingly overhead.

“It’s because earlier you disturbed the stone”, explained one of the Penan men.

In a moment of epiphany, I then realised the real reason why earlier, my Penan friends were hesitant when I requested them to remove the vegetation cover on some stone jars (I wanted to expose the jars in order to document them and to take photographs). It was not that they were unhelpful, but their beliefs dictated that they should let the jars be.

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Fortunately for us, except for the dark sky, nothing untoward happened for the remainder of the journey.

As the above narratives have shown, there are many aspects of the megaliths that are of interest not only to archaeologists and heritage practitioners, but also to the general public. To me personally, the megaliths of the Kelabit Highlands are a truly fascinating and complex cultural phenomenon. Not only are they a window to the past, but they are also a bridge to the present.

Most important is their significance to the local upland communities. To the locals, megaliths are important signifiers of identity. They are also embodiments of personal and collective history and memory. Today, megalithic monuments are also seen as markers of territory, and are thus important as evidence for local indigenous land claims. Moreover, they attract visitors to the Kelabit Highlands, and thus contribute to the growing local tourism industry, which in turn generates income for the local population.

As heritage of not only the upland indigenous groups, but also of the state

or country in general, the megaliths of the Kelabit Highlands are truly a cultural treasure that needs to be KINO preserved and further studied.

Nicholas Gani is a lecturer and archaeologist at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). He has been conducting research on the megalithic monuments of Sarawak since 2013, and was part of the Early Central Borneo Project that investigated a number of megalithic and old settlement sites in the Kelabit Highlands (Facebook page: Early Central Borneo Project). Nicholas is also currently pursuing a doctoral degree in archaeology at the University of Oxford, UK. Although they are commonly associated with the Kelabit ethnic group, megaliths also feature in the cultural traditions of other related upland groups such as the Lun Bawang or Lun Dayeh, the Sa’ban and the Ngorek.

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Copenhagen: NIAS Press.

4 Heimann, J. M. (1998). The most offending soul alive: Tom Harrisson and his remarkable life.

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by Liza Sideni

Preserving the

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"TO MAKE A GOOD STORY GREAT, YOU MUST TELL IT". I saw the phrase online sometime ago and couldn’t agree with it more. However, I had no story to tell, let alone a good one – just yet. But as I watched the simple, yet beautiful and meaningful ‘Majlis Aqiqah dan Bercukur’ of my two precious grandnieces held last April 2018, I felt this age-old tradition is a story worth telling and, most importantly, worth sharing.

Zikir marhaban pembuka acara Merafak kesyukuran ke hadrat Ilahi Riang merai Aqisha dan Alyssa Majlis aqiqah penuh tradisi 3-month old Aqisha Laura Aisyah binti Mohammad Nasreen Adam and her 2-month old cousin, Anggun Alyssa binti Mohammad Nazrin Adam shared their ‘welcoming

ceremony’ or Aqiqah (Islamic tradition of sacrificing an animal on the occasion of a child's birth) and Bercukur (newborn’s first haircut or shave), an essential celebration for welcoming newborns in a Muslim family.

The practice of Aqiqah is usually held on the seventh day after the baby is born. There would also be additional prayers called the berzanji marhaban as part of the well wishes for the baby, where members of the neighboring mosque or surau (known as the kariah masjid) recite prayers and sing praises for Prophet Muhammad SAW – all beautifully done with the intention of receiving blessings from the Almighty. Usually during the berzanji marhaban, the baby’s hair is cut or shaved, and then its weight in gold or silver is offered as a donation or alms to the poor or orphaned. It is also on this Aqiqah day that the little bundle of joy would then be gifted with the most beautiful name. www.kuchinginandout.com KINO 20

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The most important aspect of Aqiqah, nonetheless, is the slaughtering or the sacrifice of an animal – usually a goat, a sheep, a cow, or even a camel - which is seen as a way for the parents to show their gratitude to Allah the Almighty for being blessed with a new child. Following the hadith of Prophet Muhammad SAW, he advised two sheep for a boy and one for a girl.

The practice of Aqiqah is considered a Sunnah in Islam, and therefore not obligatory; so it is no sin for those who do not do it, especially when the family can’t afford it. However, it can be delayed until the family is able to do it or at a later stage carried out by the child himself or herself once he or she has reached puberty.

It is also important to note that in Islam, there are precise conditions when choosing the slaughter: the animal must reach a certain age, must be healthy and free of defects and the slaughter must be carried out in the most appropriate humane way with prayers offered before the sacrifice.

It is also the usual practice that one-third of the meat is given to the poor and the rest is served during the ceremony to neighbors, friends and relatives.

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Tenang si kecil rambut digunting Dititip cincin emas simbolik rezeki Dipanjatkan doa jadi solehah penting Dunia akhirat dirahmati Ilahi Aqisha and Alyssa’s parents decided to have only the haircut done during the ceremony, leaving the clean shave for later. Islam encourages a clean shave for babies so that all the impurities that come from the womb can be removed – this allows for new hair to grow more healthy and more beautiful.

It is interesting to see how the Islamic rites and Malay traditions are interwoven in the Aqiqah and Bercukur ceremony. One that is clearly not an Islamic rite, but widely practiced in the Malay culture is placing the baby’s hair that has been cut into coconut water (said to be a Hindu influence).

Though the majority of Muslim scholars are opposed to this practice, most Malays believe that there isn’t anything wrong with carrying out the adat (tradition) -- it is simply an ageold tradition that does not involve any practice of idolatry or polytheistic worship other than Allah SWT. Many of the elders whom I spoke to with regards to the use of coconut water stood by the practice: it is believed that by placing the cut hair inside the coconut water, the newborn will grow up as someone with a very calm personality, not hot tempered, akin to the cooling properties of coconut water.

Back in the 1970s and 1980s, coconuts were neatly carved and widely used in the Bercukur ceremony. Once the ceremony was over, the whole coconut was then planted in the backyard.

Aqisha and Alyssa too had their cut hair placed in coconut water – as with their two elder sisters, Sofea and Ayudia back in 2014 and 2015. In fact, I was told by my mum that all the children in ‘our clan’ had had the same ritual done: the placing of cut hair in coconut water, the ‘tepung tawar and merenjis air mawar’ ceremony, lightly dabbing gold (usually in the form of a gold ring) onto the newborn’s parts of the body (often on the forehead, mouth, hands and legs) as a symbol of wishing him or her all good fortune and prosperity (the notion of ‘murah rezeki’ in Malay).

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It is believed that by placing the cut hair inside the coconut water, the newborn will grow up as someone with a very calm personality, not hot tempered, akin to the cooling properties of coconut water.

- one can’t help but have that immense sense of appreciation, of pride -- and the sense of accomplishment upon the completion of the ceremony. For someone who tries to love and appreciate cultures, the embedded message behind every ritual, every prayer or incantation read, watching the council of elders ‘do what they do best’ in perfecting the ceremony, I can’t help but have that sense of awe. Perhaps this is what is meant by the Malay adage: tak lekang dek panas, tak lapuk dek hujan (customs that remain intact, not eaten by time).

Ibu si kecil cantik berkeringkam Merah dan biru manis sulamannya Adat tradisi bukan hanya amalan silam Ia pegangan pengekal budaya One main thing remains for sure: by showing one’s gratitude to Allah SWT through the practice of Aqiqah and Bercukur, it strengthens not only the bond between the child and his/ her parents but sustains the brotherhood among the family members, relatives and neighbours who attended the ceremony (not forgetting the delicious food served too!). At the end of it all, it is done for the sake of the new bundle of joy.

KINO Liza Sideni enjoys literature, history and travelling – her other love includes Linut, kopi-peng kaw & DATUK SHEILA MAJID©! When she is not guarding the fort (Brooke Gallery) she scribbles on her current love, the Keringkam or re-watches The Nanny. She firmly believes education is the best way to empower women and girls to make that big difference in life.

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ENDANGERED THE BORNEAN BANDED LANGUR

FEW SARAWAKIANS MIGHT REALIZE THAT ONE OF THE RAREST MONKEYS IN THE WORLD can be found just a few hours drive from Kuching. This is the Bornean Banded Langur (Presbytis chrysomelas), sometimes referred to as the Sarawak Langur, and it is undoubtedly among Borneo’s most endangered mammals. Early accounts from the 19th Century indicate that this monkey was once common in the hills around Kuching, it’s loud chattering calls frequently heard in many of our local forests. However, over the past hundred years, impacts from rampant hunting and severe habitat loss have resulted in this species disappearing in over 95% of its original range. Now it can only be found in a few scattered populations in Sarawak’s national parks, with a total number of just a few hundred individuals. With continued threats, including a highway planned through one of their last refuges, the outlook for this beautiful monkey appears dire, and it may not be long before the sound of KINO its voice disappears from our forests forever. (continued)

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Presbytis rubicunda The Maroon Langur is endemic to Borneo and nearby Karimata Island, with several races occurring throughout its range. Like other leaf monkeys they spend

almost their entire life in the trees, feeding on foliage, seeds, and some fruits.

Trachupithecus cristatus A group of Silvered Langurs

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lounges in a beachside tree. This species is widespread in coastal Sarawak and commonly seen in Bako National Park.

The distinctive orange color of the Silvered Langur youngster might help adults to keep a careful eye out for him until he grows older and is better able to look after himself.

With a background in biology and environmental education, wildlife photographer Chien Lee made the move from California to Kuching in 1996, fulfilling a life-long dream of living in the tropics. His images of South-East Asian nature have been widely published internationally and he continually strives to use imagery as a means of raising awareness about the astounding flora and fauna that we share this planet with.

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Food, Fun, Dance and Laughter

PHOTOS: SIMON WAN & KENNETH LEE (some images are extracted from Videos produced by Simon Wan)

on a Heritage Street IF YOU HAVEN’T BEEN TO THE SARAWAK CULINARY ADVENTURE hosted by the Sarawak Culinary Heritage Committee in conjunction with the Rainforest Fringe Festival event on the 6-8th July at India Street Pedestrian Mall, you’re missing out on life! It is a real adventure if you stay long enough to talk to people, watch the engaging live demonstrations at the KINO Live Heritage Kitchen performed in different native languages and talk to vendors to find out why they do what they do. It is a captivating experience, where you can catch the culture, heart, diversity and unity of Sarawak that is hard to describe in words.

So what is this event about? The event is a celebration of food showcasing over 90 heritage cuisines, crafts, arts, dry goods, beads, baskets, plants, music, dance, and a Kino Live Heritage Kitchen with entertaining demo workshops. It truly was a brilliant three nights, leaving you wanting more of these events here in Kuching!

I have never seen the India Street Pedestrian Mall so lively at night.

How did this event come about? It was started by five enterprising foodies namely Datin Dona Drury Wee, Marian Chin of KINO magazine, Datin Esther Mujan Bulan (who organizes the Nukanen Festival in Bario), Laura Bara Sim, a qualified chef and Gracie Geikie, affectionately known as the ‘Mother of Sarawakian Festivals’, supported by a team of dedicated friends who saw the need to infuse culinary heritage into Sarawak Events to remind ourselves of how unique Sarawak’s culinary heritage, traditions and folklores are. This event started with the RWMF in 2016 and 2017 and was a huge success, becoming highly popular with festival goers.

Grub satay anyone?

Cheeeese... Minister of secretary Mr Hii (1st from

Innovative local drinks, kueh and traditional crafts

I think it is amazing that this event allows social and small entrepreneurs to showcase their craft in Sarawak Cuisines and products, creating a platform for budding startup businesses. It is a special sight to behold; a melting pot of locals and tourists alike sampling ethnic foods not easily available unless you visit villages of tribal communities in rural areas. It is a one stop place to try new food, learn about different cultures, purchase arts and crafts, and watch performances. I have heard of Linut, a Melanau dish but I was not sure what it was until my second night at the festival.

The three nights were a multidimensional experience where to get the most out of it, you needed to experience it with all five senses.

The beautiful ambience, the sound of music and performances, the heavenly smell of food from the KINO Live Heritage Kitchen where different individuals were so willing to demonstrate and share their knowledge and skills, the diversity of stalls, the variety of food with which you could tantalise your tastebuds, and touching things like sago grubs – there is nothing quite like it!

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Concentration YAB Datin Patinggi Dato Hjh Juma’ani trying her hand at making Kueh Bongkol.

Tourism, YB Karim (3rd from right) and permanent right) meet, greet and enjoying the festive ambience.

Non-stop hunger for heritage food...

Chapati or a frisbee?

with the distinctive sape music by Julien, Chinese ensemble of the Teo Khiaw Club of 150 years, Iban chanting of Bejawang, Thaali Bangra Dance Crew, Kuntau Melanau Martial Arts, Sape Stars Sarawak, Alu- Alu Melanau Dance and music and so much more! There were arts and crafts of all sorts ranging from locally written books, bags, necklaces, handmade dolls to other handcrafted items. And what would this event be without the seemingly endless array of glorious, colourful cuisines from Sarawak?

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Laugh "is in the air"...

One of the stalls which stood out for me was Moure’s with its contemporary packaging.

Calvin Sim, the founder whose enthusiasm is contagious, was happy to share his story.

You can now take away Roselle and pineapple preserves to have on bread in a different continent. Similarly Bario Kelabit Food also stood out for me as one of the friendliest stalls with the famous Sanape (Glutinous rice in Daun Isip). Have you ever heard about a salt water spring in Bario where salt is made? I have never, prior to this event! Mina and her brother, such gentle and hospitable people, have a knack for making you feel like you are

and fun...

home. Min and Mohd Catering had quite a selection of Melanau Cuisine namely Linut, Leluai, Tabaloi Golong and other treats made by such a friendly, down to earth couple- a dynamic duo with entrepreneurial spirits!

There were also a number of vendors keen to make a difference in the community including The Ten Ringgit Club, selling baskets and bags as a fundraising effort to help marginalised children in Miri. Another stall that struck a chord with me was Heart Treasures Sdn Bhd, a social enterprise selling artisan earrings and crafts to help people with different disabilities,

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Thaali Bangra Dance Crew swaying to beat of the Tabla

and train them to become independent Artisans. Supporting these two vendors were the Sarawak Culinary Heritage Committee’s way of helping local social enterprises. There were also three young men from the Lions Club of Kuching Centennial who donated all of their profits to a rural school project they are supporting. It is heart-warming to have people with such big hearts in our city.

I also really liked Pina Tuaq with their variations of Aged Pineapple and Persimmon Tuak, a slightly different twist from the traditional Tuak. There were too many other interesting stalls to mention here, but there was something to offer every individual who participated!

Some common themes from my conversations with tourists and locals alike were how friendly people were, how great the food was and how much they loved the performances and live demonstrations on how to cook ethnic food.

I loved watching the interaction between vendors and visitors, and the different engaging questions from the floor during cooking demonstrations taught me new things.

There were many fun moments, one of

Sape Stars Sarawak...

which was the chapati making challenge with ten contestants. You had better pay close attention to Chef Jasbir because one chance is all you’ll get. There is absolutely no pressure with a crowd behind you, breathing down your neck, as curious eyes await to see if you had made chapatis or frisbees. When you’re given a hot frying pan, flour, water, a rolling pin and five minutes to make chapati, every second counts. The verdict: If I had a mother in law, she wouldn’t have been impressed. I’ll stick to writing, thanks!

Another unforgettable experience involved sago worms! What can I say? Never in my wildest imagination would I have ever thought I would eat a grub, or in this case, two! I am fairly adventurous, having skydived, gone white water rafting, etc but to eat a wriggly grub? It never made my bucket list. Who cared if I were a true blue Sarawakian?! At the KINO Live Heritage Kitchen, Grub 3 ways

by Robin Junang and John from the Melanau Association was enlightening. You can eat the sago worms three ways: chopped up and raw, (watching the preparation had caused my stomach to do at least 10 somersaults and any hunger pangs I had had before were LONG gone), pan fried or barbequed on a skewer. I

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surprised myself and tasted the latter two.

How did I do it? I had to psyche myself up and pretend it was anything but a worm, so having a bit of imagination helped! What did it taste like, you ask? It tasted a bit like corn, a little bit crunchy, creamy and slightly nutty.

In all honesty, there is something liberating about facing your fears. I have officially used up my ‘do something you fear everyday’ quota for the month.

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Bulan Balan (aka Pun Lio) in Long Peluan.

Long Banga in the Marudi Division, Sarawak.

Today you can fly cheaply to Long SCA stage of music and dance : the Miri Alu-Alu Melanau Dance ...

Banga from or drive (4x4) in From the about 8 hours, Teo Khiaw Club depending on road conditions.

leads the finalé of the event linut.

The Iban Chanting of Bejawang

Kuching every month. The food waste is composted using insect technology to prevent it from adding to our landfills.

Leftovers are welcomed, such as chicken bones and egg shells. I am so thrilled that this could be the start of a trend for food fairs to dispose organic waste properlyexciting times ahead for Sarawak!

pride welling up for being a Sarawakian. We forget how much we have until unity brings us together, in a historical area of Kuching, and it creates magic. If you missed out on this event this year, make sure to mark it in your calendars for next year and look out for the Sarawak Culinary Adventure as part of the Rainforest Fringe Festival!

I have always loved Sarawak but I feel that this three day experience has enriched my life in more ways than one; I have fallen in love with Sarawak once again. I feel as if I now understand better the different food, people and its culture. I feel a new sense of

The inspiring part about stepping out and taking risks is that the pioneers have been invited to Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur to promote Sarawak – well done to this history making team! What does the future hold for Sarawak Culinary Adventure? I think

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it is going to be huge and hard to fit in a box. It is going to be a mega, exponential and limitless exploit as they push the boundaries to make Sarawak famous. KINO Soo Sian is a free spirit and idealist. She is a newly published children’s book author of “Best Dressed” for 4 to 8 year olds. She is passionate about making a difference by writing books about positive values and life lessons.

She has travelled widely—nomadically living in six cities. Soo Sian currently resides in the best city in Borneo and is busy making her dreams come true.

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EATOUT with Sponsors of our Culinary Heritage

Sarawak has long been a melting pot of cultures, but in culinary terms, that pot has recently been stirred by a reawakening in the F&B business. Fresh flavours are being imported, old traditions revived, and new combinations tested to create a new culinary landscape for Kuching. The food heritage of our past stands strong, from hawker scene to high-end hotel, but new faces are bringing it forward into the future.

So we at KINO, confirmed foodies all (isn’t everyone in Kuching?), are paying tribute to some of the bright new stars as well as the KINO firm favourites in our Sarawak skies.

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The Old Courthouse is the historic heart of Kuching and the ultimate venue for a meaningful event. This venerable building has stood at the centre of Sarawak life for over one hundred years and can now be part of your most important occasion. Imagine a romantic garden wedding in the courtyard, an intimate gala dinner in their lofty chamber of law, an intelligent seminar in their well-equipped auditorium. Fully catered from start to finish, these are events designed to be individual and unique, each arranged with a personal touch. The heart back in this heritage property so it can take its place in yours. (Daily: 10am to 11pm)

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King’s Curry brings the spice and excitement of Northern India to SouthEast Asia. King's Curry is the original creator of the signature Cheesy Naan and King’s Martabak. You can have a full-blown meal, a quick bite from their extensive fast food selection (lunch only), or the ultimate pick me up with their new ‘Cutting Chai and Bites’. Iconic, aromatic Indian tea with crispy pakora can stand alone or as a prelude to their mightier mains – they have even added ‘Nasi Goreng Siram Curry’ to tickle local taste buds.

Authentically Indian and still strongly Sarawak – come and enjoy a royal feast! (Tues-Sun: 10.30am-10.00pm)

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Zinc is a firm favourite in the Sarawak firmament, set there by high expectations in food, ambience and service. The Mediterranean cuisine served by Chef Jordi from Barcelona features many items never before tasted here. The bar which kicks into high gear in the later part of the evening is however one of Kuching's better kept secrets. With cool music at a volume which doesn't drown out your conversation, experience one or all of the ten premium gin & tonics on display. Happy Hour for craft cocktails such as Roselle Daiquiri and Jameson Zoom runs at the fitting timeslot of 9.45pm to 11.45pm. The wine list is equally impressive, with the tastiest house red and white wines in town. (Tues-Sun: 6pm until late)

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Dapur Nyonya brings you dishes with all the fragrance and texture of South East Asia – from Ayam Pong Teh with its undertones of gula melaka to the sharp spice of Assam Pedas – colours, cultures and flavours mix freely at Dapur Nyonya so you can experience real Sarawak fusion. Dapur Nyonya is halal certified and is the official caterer to Samarahan Country Golf Club.

Catering and home delivery for dinner is available, call for a quote. (Mon-Sat: 6pm-12am)

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Lot 2723, Block 10, Lorong Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce 6 (Next to McDonald's)

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Queen Bee Food Paradise has taken a once neglected area and turned it into a hive of activity! This new complex has Memoire Hornbill Hotel, an already established Cambodian restaurant (GWC), Seafood Restaurant, and now a food court where Sarawak’s favourite range of food is on sale in an innovatively designed open air space. Take yourself from simple snack to dessert – gula apong ice cream now on sale alongside everything from dim sum to main meals – under the Kuching sky. Already a popular location, Queen Bee Food Paradise boasts of the biggest projector screen to watch your favourite live sports game with the cheapest beers in town.

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Kuching’s first and finest Dayak restaurant since 2012 serving the freshest ingredients and authentic Dayak food prepared in keeping with a high culinary standard. The D’yak has six different ways of serving pork the traditional Dayak way. The chicken and fish dishes are sumptuously cooked with jungle herbs and spices and the jungle produce and vegetable dishes are vegetarian delights that will satisfy the strictest vegan! The D’yak’s kitchen is gluten-free and MSG-free, and the chefs are trained to prepare special meals for special diets upon request in advance. Children are welcome, and baby-chairs are available. (Mon-Sat: 12pm-last order at 8.30pm) KINO www.kuchinginandout.com 35

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The Container is a new concept in Kuching city, blending old and new with East and West to bring visitors an entirely different experience. Architectdesigned, this innovative space gives a new lease of life to old shipping containers, providing numerous indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for a private party or a relaxed dinner in the company of friends. You can even rent the whole place for a bigger splash! But the invention doesn’t end there with a menu full of old favourites in new combinations. Sample the Chicken Maryland with its salted egg yolk crust or even Spaghetti Laksa. Anyone for Kway Teow Bolognese? Container is an entirely new Kuching combination!

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A family business of 52 years (now run by their third generation), many have dined at Lok Thian restaurant over the decades. Tantalise your tastebuds with their signature dishes – giant fresh water prawns simply steamed, bird's nest soups and drinks (also sold in bottles to bring home) and the traditional sucullent suckling pig, to mention just a few – some of these dishes have been a favourite since the restaurant's establishment! Another must-try delicacy is the Empurau fish – the most highly sought after fresh water fish in Sarawak. No function is too big, Lok Thian restaurant welcomes all to a pleasant dining experience.

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Venture into a quest for satisfaction at Wei Thian, on the Siburan side of Kuching – whether you’re living in the area or on tourist grounds.

Drop by for a taste of their signature mango duck, or if you're looking for something on the wild side, order their crocodile dish! Wei Thian is one of the few restaurants in the state that is licensed to sell crocodile meat. The hands that make them belong to Sarawak’s star chef Kong Chi Kee – a regular on Astro’s Hua Hee Star Chef competition, bringing the third runner up prize back to our own sunny Sarawak. With exceptional delicacies in safe hands, the rewards are well worth reaping. (Daily: Lunch 11am-2pm, Dinner 6pm-9.30pm) www.kuchinginandout.com KINO 36

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Crumbly, flaky pastry encase succulent, savoury fillings in an array of flavours such as beef rendang, chicken curry, chicken, vegetable, corned beef potato pie and more. Priced from RM6-RM8 per pie, these are the perfect tea time or picnic fare. PZhen Deelite is a not just a bakery but also an academy that runs regular hobby workshops as well as certified baking and decorating courses. Interested parties may contact PZhen Deelite for more details. (Mon-Sat: 10am-6pm, Closed on Sun & Public Holidays)

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The ethos at Razzmatazz never changes – always 100% Western, no fusion. But the menu is constantly evolving. International award-winning chef George is endlessly adding specials to his menu and new offerings in his range – beautiful breads and tempting truffles are just the start.

Now, in true Swiss tradition, creamy, dreamy cheese fondue makes its first appearance in Kuching – not just a meal but a gastronomic experience in itself designed to be shared with friends and family. Dip into our specials, dive into the fondue and top it all off with a sweet treat – let George take you on the grand tour! (Daily: 4pm-12am)

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THE KUCHING WATERFRONT JAZZ FESTIVAL 2018 returns on the 28th-29th September 2018. The 2 day jazz infused concert is presented by Grand Margherita Hotel and managed by Place Borneo. With a strategically positioned main stage overlooking the scenic Sarawak River, KWJF 2018 promises its festival goers a continuous flow of soulful music coupled with eclectic offerings of food and beverages, arts, crafts, activities and workshops.

Showcasing jazz bands and performers from around the world, and most certainly, our own homegrown talent – be prepared to be mesmerised by the myriad of sounds and expect an evening of fun and fiesta!

CONCERT FESTIVAL PROGRAMME 28-29 SEPTEMBER 2018 • THE WATERFRONT, GRAND MAGHERITA HOTEL DAY 1 • FRIDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER 2018 • 6.10PM-12.15AM TIME (PM) 6.10-6.40 6.40-7.00 7.10-7.40 7.44-8.00 8.00-8.30 8.40-9.10 9.20-10.05 10.15-11.00 11.10-11.55 12.05-12.15

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BAND NAME D’cipta Band – Jolynn J Chin – Atilia Haron Aditya Richard Jackson & Alemay Fernandez Dayang Nurfaizah Tulus Finale directed by Asif Pishori

COUNTRY Malaysia – Malaysia – Malaysia Indonesia Singapore-USA Malaysia Indonesia International

DAY 2 • SATURDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 2018 • 6.10PM-12.25AM TIME (PM) 6.10-6.40 6.40-7.00 7.10-7.40 7.44-8.00 8.00-8.30 8.40-9.15 9.25-10.10 10.20-11.05 11.15-12.15 12.15-12.25

MINS 30 20 30 16 30 35 45 45 60 10

BAND NAME KWJF Talent Winner – Tuku Kame Jazz – Aisyah Aziz Natalie Gillespie Band Carmen Souza Trio Blues Gang Tompi Finale directed by Asif Pishori

COUNTRY Malaysia – Malaysia – Malaysia Australia Portugal Malaysia Indonesia International

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WE ARE BACK! 28-29 SEPT 2018 The Waterfront, Grand Margherita Hotel, Kuching CATEGORY Pre-sales (ends 27.9.18) Gate sales (28.9.18-29.9.18)

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Buy tickets online: www.kuchingwaterfrontjazz.com • All tickets are free standing • This is an outdoor (rain or shine) event • All pricing above is exclusive of 0% GST • Tickets sold are non-refundable

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