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Connect-ED 2019 - Creating Collective Impact towards Solving Education Inequity Teach For Malaysia invites the community to sit together and talk about ways to create a conducive education and learning ecosystem

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he Teach For Malaysia ( TFM) fellows in the southern region had organised their bi-annual conference which was rebranded to Connect-ED 2019. The Connect-ED 2019 encompassed three parts which includes CELEBRATE, COLLECTIVE, and COMMIT. The first part was the opening and introduction of TFM and its mission. Student performances from TFM-affiliated schools were also featured in the first part. Then participants explored around the expo to understand the current work and progress from Fellows, Alumni and students. Finally, the participants participated in a facilitated unconference-style discussion on their selected topic from -

Social Emotional Learning, Future Planning, Racial Integration, Teacher Community, and Social Innovation. The purpose of the unconference is to facilitate greater understanding towards these topics and to foster collaborations between the different parties. Among the participants of Connect-ED 2019 were the Ministry of Education partners and representatives from schools around Johor, IRDA, PwC, SIF, ThinkCity, Chumbaka, One SCAA Training Academy, Care United, Dignity, Sunway College, IPGKTI, Institute CityPro, Pelita International School, The Iskandarian, and Nug Network. Since 2016, TFM has opened regional offices in Johor and have placed 4 cohorts of TFM Fellows across Pasir Gudang, Johor Bahru, and Kulai. Given that this is their

fourth year in Johor, TFM aspires to get more involved with the community of the Southern Region in order to affect change to the Johor education landscape. This year’s theme is ‘Achieving a Ripple Effect’ - It is through our collective effort students, Fellows, Alumni, public and private partners that we are able to achieve excellent education in Johor. Through Connect-ED 2019, we hope to explore more on Johor education ecosystem and develop collaboration opportunities moving forward,” said Tan Wei Jie, Regional Manager of TFM Southern Region in his speech. TFM is a not-for-profit organisation that envisions that one day, all children in Malaysia will have the opportunity to attain excellent education. TFM recruits, train, and support promising

Students from different schools present their current work and progress

young leaders to be teachers in underprivileged communities for two years in order to establish a movement of alumni committed to broader systemic change. TFM is also a part of Teach For All, which is a global network of 50 independent partner organisations that have adapted the programme to their local context. - by Harish Mustak TI

MBJB Celebrates Silver Empowering Iskandar Malaysia Jubilee with the Needy towards a City of International Standing

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he Johor Bahru City Council (MBJB) will be hosting a charity dinner on 22nd September 2019, in conjunction with MBJB’s silver jubilee anniversary celebration. The announcement was made by Mayor of Johor Bahru City Council, Dato’ Haji Amran A Rahman in his welcoming speech during a hi-tea event with the donors and recipients of the charity donation. Last y e a r, 14 organisations in Johor received their share of the good pie with the efforts of MBJB and the gracious hearts of the donors. 2019 will be the second year that MBJB has organised such an event after its inauguration last year in 2018, where a total of RM1.11 million was successfully collected through the sales of tables for the charity dinner. “MBJB has decided to continue on organising charity events as such based on the success of the first edition last year which received plenty of support,” said Dato’ Haji Amran in his speech. “I would like to remind everyone whether from the government sector, corporate or even

I Mayor of Johor Bahru City Council, Dato’ Haji Amran A Rahman reminding the people on the importance and impact of CSR

entrepreneurs, we all have our own responsibilities toward the development of the community,” he added. The table sales which is the main part of the charity collection is broken down into four categories w h i c h a re Pl at i n u m (RM100,000 a unit), Gold (RM50,000 a unit), Silver (RM30,000 a unit), and Bronze (RM10,000 a unit). Proceeds from the table sales will be channeled to the Raja Zarith Sofiah Foundation, Johor Bahru City Foundation, Cerebral Palsy Johor, Johor Bahru Down Syndrome Association and others. Gracing the charity dinner will be HRH the Sultan of Johor along with his consort, as well as state officials and other guests of honour. - by Harish Mustak TI

s k a n d a r R e gi o n a l Development Authority (IRDA) and the British H igh Commission are working together to strengthen the urban and transportation planning in Iskandar Malaysia under the UK’s ‘Prosperity Fund Global Future Cities Programme 2019 – 2022’ which will see an allocation of approximately RM16million for the collaboration in two proposed projects. First, the ‘Smart I ntegrated Mobility Management System’ (SIMMS) project which will see the development of the implementation strategy for Iskandar Malaysia’s Smart Integrated Mobility Management System. S e co n d l y, the ‘Data Utilisation and Data Management for EvidenceBased Urban and Transport Planning’ project which aims to introduce planning decision support which utilises data from the integrated mobility system for better city planning outcomes and the support of Iskandar Malaysia Urban Observatory (IMUO) data integration and analytics. In general, the proposed projects aim to promote an effective and

efficient transportation movement in Iskandar Malaysia and encourage the usage of public transportation in line with the revenue operations of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in 2022. BRT promotes accessible, connected and inclusive cities that contribute to overall city prosperity, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and implementation of the New Urban Agenda (NUA). “ Transpor tation will be a key driver in making Iskandar Malaysia the preferred destination to invest, work, live and play. It is very important that this is implemented with the best intention for the many stakeholders in the region such as the investors, visitors and the rakyat. The fund and partnership deriving from the programme will give a boost to the effort,’ said Datuk Ismail Ibrahim, Chief Executive of IRDA. The Global Future Cities Programme, which is a part of a wider portfolio called the UK’s Prosperity Fund, will support a range of strategic projects in 19 cities across 10 countries, and Iskandar Malaysia has been selected to be a part

of the programme. The Programme builds upon three integrated pillars that will address key barriers to prosperity namely Urban Planning, Transportation, and Resilience. “The UK is a world leader in the future cities concept ranging from infrastruc ture, construction, standards and financial services. We take a holistic approach to future cities development, taking into account social, environmental, economic and political factors. I am delighted that we are working with IRDA to develop Iskandar Malaysia into a strong and sustainable metropolis of international standing, our projects will also contribute towards Iskandar Malaysia’s Smart City initiatives in the ASEAN Smart Cities Network,” said HE Charles Hay, British High Commissioner to Malaysia. Wi t n e s s e d by Datuk Dr Sahruddin Jamal, Menteri Besar of Johor, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Datuk Ismail Ibrahim, on behalf of IRDA and Charles Hay, the British High Commissioner to Malaysia. - by Harish Mustak TI

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SUKMA XX Soon To Take Over Johor in 2020

he kick-off towards the countdown for the 20th edition of the Malaysia G a m e s (SUKMA XX) began with a bang with the unveiling of its logo and mascot. The state of Johor will be hosting this biennial event for the second time since its inauguration in 1986. Johor first hosted SUKMA fourth edition in 1992. Officiating the logo and mascot unveiling ceremony, Menteri Besar Johor Datuk Dr. Sahruddin Jamal is

confident all Malaysians will experience the hype of SUKMA XX as it inches closer. The promise of a sporting spectacle will be upon us when the games begin on 11th July 2020. During ceremony, Jimi the Tiger was unveiled as the official SUKMA XX mascot symbolising the state’s longstanding Southern Tigers tradition. Por traying a fierce and b r a v e c h a r a c t e r, Jimi truly represents the Johor identity with ancient Sultanate symbols of palms while sporting a modern fashioned tracksuit for a friendly,

sporty and fun approach. The SUKMA XX logo was also introduced featuring the Jawi alphabet “Jim” which represents Johor as the host where this respective form of writing is still practiced today. Part of the logo also resembles the global sports symbol of a torch. The placement of the SUKMA XX slogan, “Semarak Juara” (The Glory of Champions) at the bottom of the logo denoting the call of taking on the challenge to empower sports and celebrating sportsmanship. Kumpulan Prasarana Rakyat Johor Sdn Bhd (KPRJ) through its subsidiary company, Sports Johor Sdn Bhd (SJSB) will act as the

Get Ready For Visit Johor 2020 It’s been 13 years since the last Visit Johor. It’s time to open our hearts to the world again!

he Visit Johor 2020 pre-launch ceremony recently took place at the Atrium, Upper Ground Floor of Paradigm Mall, Johor Bahru and officiated by Menteri Besar Johor, Datuk Dr Sahruddin bin Jamal. To g e t h e r with the launch of Visit Johor 2020 was the launch of its Logo and Mascot. The ceremony marked the start of a campaign to inform the public about the programmes to be implemented and key destinations to visit in the state in conjunction with Visit Johor 2020 Year. The logo chosen was designed in the form of a ‘Gambus’ instrument through the use of different colours and elements to represent the state of Johor such as its beauty, uniqueness and our readiness to open our hearts to visitors coming to Johor. The mascot is endearingly named as ‘Joh’ which is the

Johor Menteri Besar, Datuk Dr Sahruddin bin Jamal (third from right) at the launching event

short form of Johor and was designed in the form of a Malayan Tiger which shows bravery and the fighting spirit of Johoreans. “Our hope is to invite up to 17 million visitors, including 8.4 million overnight visitors. I want we as Johoreans to work together to make Visit Johor 2020 a success and that we as Johoreans will greet our guests warmly. I also

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wish that we do not take advantage of our visitors as it would leave a negative effect. Please remember to smile and be courteous to all our visitors,” said Dr Sahruddin to all Johoreans as a whole during the launching. Also present at the event was Exco Liow Cai Tung, Tourism, Women Family, and Community Development chairman and Tourism Johor. - by Moazan Emran TI

secretariat for SUKMA XX having the expertise and experience of being the catalyst for all sports and athlete development programmes in the state. According to CEO of SUKMA XX Johor 2020, Haji ‘On bin Jabbar, “KPRJ and SJSB are always supportive towards the organisation of sporting events in johor. These efforts are to empower sports as an industry which can change lifestyles and unite the Johor community towards a more holistic sports growth in 2030.” The MB had mentioned in his speech that an estimated amount of RM425 million was the total cost of sports infrastructure development and refurbishment

news works conducted at the 11 venues of SUKMA that focused within three districts; Johor Bahru, Muar, and Kota Tinggi. “The federal government allocated a budget of RM142 million for the sports infrastructure development and refurbishment works of existing facilities,” added Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali, Johor Exco for Youth, Sports, Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives. 38 fully equipped sporting venues around Johor will be utilised for 30 disciplines which will be contested by the 14 states and Brunei involving 11,000 athletes when the Games official open its doors next year. - by Harish Mustak TI

More Than 800 Johoreans Ran to Beat Cancer

leneagles Medini Hospital Johor organised a 5km Cancer Awareness Charity Run at its hospital grounds with more than 800 participants of both locals and expatriates making an effort for a charitable cause. The charity run brought people together who showed their support towards beating cancer while offering much-needed support for those suffering. The event saw a large number of families and children from different backgrounds, some bearing their own personal stories and connections to loved ones who have been affected by cancer. Participants received a T-shirt, medal and goodie bag each. All proceeds from the contribution goes to non-governmental organisations such as the Tunku Laksamana Johor Cancer Foundation, Breast Cancer Support Group Johor Bahru and ICare Cancer Support Association Johor Bahru. “As we strive to become the leading healthcare provider in the southern region, providing best-in-class patient experience and clinical outcomes for our patients, we remain committed to contribute to our communities where we operate and serve as part of our corporate social responsibility. We will continuously identify opportunities to undertake community projects to help those in need,” said Chief Executive Officer of Gleneagles Medini Hospital Johor, JeanFrancois Naa. Menteri Besar of Johor, Datuk Dr

Participants taking pictures with Jean-Francois Naa after receiving their goody bag and medal

Sahruddin Jamal, had also recently launched the new cancer centre at Gleneagles Medini Hospital Johor. The Cancer Centre offers end-to-end cancer treatment services and support delivered by a highly experienced and skilled multi-disciplinary team of medical specialist consultants, nurses, counsellors and other paramedical professionals. Gleneagles Medini Hospital Johor is equipped with the latest Elekta Synergy Radiotherapy with C-RAD system, providing cutting-edge technology that enables more precise, accurate and quicker treatment using a lower dose of radiation so that patients can quickly resume their normal routine. For more information on the new Cancer Centre at Gleneagles Medini Hospital Johor, visit http://gleneaglesmedini.com.my/ - by Norfy Shafeq TI

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he 10th Johor State English Language Conference was held here at New York Hotel with the main topic, ‘Multiple Perspectives in the Teaching and Learning of English as a Second Language’. Officiated by the representative to the Minister of Education, Dr Kalminderjit Kaur, Deputy Director of English Language Teaching Centre at the Ministry of Education and HE Kamala Shirin Lakhdir, US Ambassador to Malaysia, the event saw 500 participants who are teachers from all around Johor, including Vietnam, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Also present at the opening ceremony were Sallina Hussain, Acting Director of Johor State Education Departmen, and Rashid Yusof, Group Editor of New Straits Times. The event was a collaboration with the Ministry of Education, organised by JELTA (Johor English Language Teaching Association) and UTM (Universiti Teknologi Malaysia). In the five workshops that ran over a course of three days, the conference discussed the changes and challenges in teaching the new generation. Teachers gained knowledge from teacher-experts and exchanged ideas on the different new methodologies to make English interesting for both the teacher and student. “English is a tool that opens all doors in the world,” said HE Kamala Lakhdir in her speech. She empathises with the students, who found English to be a “boring” and difficult subject, but she also claimed that English is like sports, where daily practice is needed to be better and good at it, and not merely a language learned only within a period of a classroom. Kamala also talked about the varied contrast between education in the United States versus that of in Malaysia, whereby teachers in the United States do not follow a national curriculum and they do not have a national tests’ system. That way, a student’s

Vincent D’Silva and Dr Kalminderjit Kaur presenting the certificates to the teachers who won the awards

intelligence is not measured by how well they did in the tests. Compared to Malaysia, she feels teachers are also stressed out teaching their students on how to pass the test instead of teaching them how to think. “The real KPI (for teachers) is what happens to the students in 15 years,” she said. “Innovation requires courage to think up and accept something new as well as trying something new,” said organising chairman Vincent D’ Silva at his welcoming speech. “But then again, it also requires courage to say that new ideas do not work. With some changes, it may work and that itself is also an innovation. It is a circle that goes on and on. When such a circle is formed, it is a circle that seeks improvement.” The Conference concluded on the third day on a high note with special guest renowned author and activist, Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir and Setiawangsa MP Nik Nazmi who shared the importance of learning and teaching the English language. The event organiser JELTA, is a voluntary, non-profit professional organisation formed in 2000 by a group of teachers promoting English Language teaching. Its founder, Vincent D’Silva, is a winner of the Iskandar Malaysia Social Hero Awards (IMSHA) in 2016 for his outstanding contribution to Education Advancement. - by Salamahafifi TI

A Greener Tomorrow For Johor

ndustry players in Pasir Gudang were recently given an in-depth explanation on various low carbon initiatives and solutions as part of a collaborative effort towards having a greener future in the region. The ‘Green Energy’ seminar, a cooperation between Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA), Majlis Perbandaran Pasir Gudang (MPPG), Sustainable Energy Development Authority (SEDA) of Malaysia and Malaysia Green Building Council (Malaysia GBC), saw the attendance of local industry players together with the relevant local authorities and agencies. “At IRDA, our main roles are to plan, facilitate and promote the development of Iskandar Malaysia and to ensure a balanced growth in the economic, social and environmental spheres. At this seminar, we not only want to promote the

importance of low carbon Accreditation in Iskandar agenda but also facilitate Malaysia’, ‘Recognition the implementation of green Programme for Green initiatives by the industry Initiatives’, ‘Healthy Working players by introducing and Environment’ and ‘Green and providing them with solutions Low Carbon Initiatives in Pasir that are easily available,” said Gudang’. Officiating the event Datuk Ismail Ibrahim, Chief was Chairman of Johor Executive of IRDA. There are many Education, Human Resource, benefits for industry players Science and Technology who choose to infuse Committee, Haji Aminolhuda green initiatives in their Bin Hj Hassan, who urged all operations such as saving parties to turn to technology operation and maintenance to help make their daily tasks cost, getting tax incentives easier and at the same time for RE&EE investment in help keep carbon emissions production processes, getting low thus helping to achieve positive branding as an greener future goals. - by environmentally conscious Norfy Shafeq TI company; and having a better and cleaner working environment, amongst others. Th e seminar discussed topics like ‘Investment O p p o r t u n i t i e s Industry practitioners who in G r e e n implement green initiatives Technologies’, ‘Net within their jurisdiction receiving Energy Metering’, appreciation extended by Exco Haji ‘Green Building Aminolhuda Bin Hj Hassan

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Going Cashless to Help Fight Corruption? OTTIGO Group aims to sign up at least 30% of the 1,187 schools in Johor within the next three years

he actions of payment or transactions have been through numerous evolution stages and the rise of e-payment and cashless systems have brought tremendous paradigm shift towards the way we manage our finances, as well as how we conduct our day-to-day transactions. Although credit and debit cards are still widely used, tech-savvy people are generally moving towards other payment gateways or e-wallets to pay for groceries, utilities, and etc. for convenience. Cashless payment system will blur the brick-and-mortar walls of the traditional banking system, leaving behind the hassle of having to drive or walk over to an ATM at the bank just to perform certain

transactions. Recently, the Johor state government had launched its Cashless Payment Programme with Ottigo Group. The programme was officially launched by Haji Aminolhuda Bin Haji Hassan, Exco of Education, Human Resources, Science & Technology who represented the Menteri Besar Johor, Datuk Dr. Sahruddin Bin Jamal. Ottigo Sdn Bhd, the solution provider for this cashless payment programme, will implement OTTICASH payment solutions in Johor, starting with schools. The programme will be extended into other areas gradually. Ottigo had earlier received approval from the Ministry of Education (MOE) Malaysia to

implement the international prepaid card programme in all schools. The solutions provided by the company includes OTTICASH international prepaid card for every students, teachers and staff in the school, and payment terminals as the respective payment collection points, e.g. canteen and offices. The prepaid card will carry an international brand, e.g. Mastercard or Visa, which can be used not only in the school but also globally. According to Datuk Dr. Sahruddin, he is supportive of the country’s direction towards cashless society, which will help fight corruption. The payment solutions implemented in the schools by Ottigo will make payment become easy, which benefit the students, parents and the schools. The solution

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not only provides convenience of payment, but also helps the students and parents to cultivate good habits in understanding and managing their spending. Besides that, the programme will help the school in managing payment collections. “We will start implementing the card payment programme in Johor with the objective to introduce the idea of cashless payment and educating students the proper way of managing money. We target to sign-up at least 30% of the 1,187 schools in Johor in 3 years’ time”, said Dato’ Christopher Loh, Group CEO of OTTIGO Group. “I’m happy to announce that in the near future, OTTIGO Group will introduce another OTTICASH Payment Programme with an airline in Malaysia. The programme will not

11 religious schools represented by its principals signed the agreement for the Cashless Payment Programme with Ottigo Group and witnessed by Exco Aminolhuda

only bring about the convenience of making payment, but also benefit the passengers of the airline when travelling both locally and abroad,” he added. During the launching ceremony, 11 religious schools represented by the respective principals had signed agreement for the Cashless Payment Programme with Ottigo Group witness by Haji Aminolhuda and officers from the District Islamic Education office. by Harish Mustak TI

Columbia Asia Hospital Runs For Their 9th The Underprivileged Lit Up to the Spirit of Sacrifice and Sharing Birthday

20 underprivileged families received their care package from Pasarbella, Masai, Johor

asarbella, an extension of Maslee in K a m p u n g Cahaya Baru, Masai, Johor had organised an event called ‘Majlis I badah Qurban’ in conjunction with the recent Hari Raya Haji notion of sacrificing to share and provide for the less privileged. Azmi Bujang, the Chief of Kampung Cahaya Baru village who was also the VIP to the event had taken the responsibility

to carefully select around 20 underprivileged families to receive the aid of groceries and basic needs package courtesy of Pasarbella during the event. As sacrifice plays a major part in the celebration to reminisce the teachings in the Holy book, a cow was also contributed by Pasarbella to perform the sacrificing deed and the meat was then shared among the residents of Kampung Cahaya Baru

that accommodates up to about 100 people collectively. Pasarbella is a supermarket under the Maslee Group located in Iskandar Halal Park. It was launched in December 2018 and officiated by Iskandar Halal Park’s CEO, Ahmad Lokman Ibrahim. Pasarbella has received great support from the residents around the area and the Group constantly gives back to the people from time to time through its CSR activities. K amarolzaman bin Ibrahim, Pasarbella’s Area Manager said Maslee would continue to give their commitment in helping the needy around Pasarbella area in Masai, Johor.- by Norfy Shafeq TI

olumbia Asia Hospital - Iskandar Puteri (CAH-IP) organised its 9th anniversary Celebration & Charity Run 2019 at the hospital as part of their corporate social responsibility initiative to give back to the community and as an appreciation to patients who have strongly supported since its operations which began in 2010. The day began with the five-kilometer charity run after a complimentary breakfast which was held in two categories for men and women and 400 participants which received a runner pack comprising a t-shirt, finisher medal and a goody bag. “ Th e ce l e b rat i o n focused on uniting the local communities through educational programmes, create public awareness on health aspects and drive a blood donation campaign. Indeed,

this celebratior y event was an ideal platform to educate the community on their well-being, thus making health matters exciting,” said Puan Rahani Yaacob, Columbia Asia Regional Puan Rahani Yaacob, Regional General Manager General Manager (Southern) (Southern) in her Columbia Asia before flagging off the run speech at the event. As an extent to the hospital’s CSR effort, was also held to sign up more an amount of RM10,000.00 blood donors due to insufficient was given to the Lions Club supply at the National Blood of JB Iskandar for their active Bank. This collaboration looks involvement in providing to run at least in four series in humanitarian services to the a year. Visitors and runners community. CAH-IP collaborated alike enjoyed fun-filled with Hospital Sultanah Aminah family activities and contests, basic Johor Bahru (HSA) in organising c o m p l i m e n t a r y a blood donation campaign health screenings and diet during the event to encourage consultations, health talks on the community to donate viral hepatitis, food trucks, lucky their blood while creating the draws, colouring contests, kids’ awareness among donors zone and face painting. - by that their effort saves lives. It Norfy Shafeq TI

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EduCity Makes Swimming Accessible For Everyone Pool inclusive programmes to attract professionals and the Orang Asli people in the area

EIMSB’s Managing Director, Wan Ahmad Saifuddin bin Wan Ahmad Radzi handing certificates of participation to Orang Asli children during the programme launching event

aves of people made the Aquatic centre at EduCity Sports Complex, Iskandar Puteri livelier than usual when EduCity Iskandar Malaysia Sdn Bhd (EIMSB) launched its EduCity Swimming Development Programme (ESDP), an effort to include everyone from as close as the grassroots level and Orang Asli Seletar who are residing within the Iskandar Puteri region as among the first to be involved. The talent development programme,

supported by stakeholders like Johor State Sports Council, Johor State Education Department, Johor State School Sports Council and Sports Johor will be guided by Ezy Swimming Academy who would provide training for around 34 Orang Asli Seletar junior talent that are taken care by non-profit organisation, Diamond Heart. According to EIMSB’s Managing Director, Wan Ahmad Saifuddin bin Wan Ahmad Radzi, “The ESDP will entail three key initiatives: Orang Asli Development Programme,

Swimming coaching clinics and novice competition, as well as EduCity Swim Meet swimming tournaments that’s been held every year since 2015.” One of the children who under went the programme, Kenniel Bin Asiang, 17, said he is able to swim since he was 7 years old. Getting to be in the said training programme taught him a lot of other techniques. The hopeful child of a fishermen’s family could hold his breath for 2 minutes underwater and would love to be an athlete if was given the chance to do so. The programme would run for a year till July 2020 and at the same time, EduCity will be hosting a variety of local and international sporting events such as their annual competition, EduCity Swim Meet from 12th to 13th October 2019. More information on the events are available at EduCity Sports Complex Facebook page https://www. facebook.com/educitysport/ by Norfy Shafeq TI

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An estimated 40000 foreigners comes to Johor every month to play golf,” said President of Johor Golf Tourism Association (JGTA), Col. Mohd Jamal Salleh at a press conference with Exco Liow Cai Tung, Tourism, Women Family, and Community Development chairman discussing the future of golf tourism in Johor at Forest City Golf Resort recently. H o w e v e r, the number of rounds played is reported to be dwindling, said Qiu Lipeng, General Manager of Forest City Golf Resort. “This indicates that we have a problem,” added Arthur Yeo, the former GM of Forest City Golf Resort and current advisor to JGTA, also present at the press conference of a brainstorming event; “Developing and Harnessing Golf Tourism as Economic Drivers in Johor”. The event was officiated by Liow, who said golf tourism is one of the sectors that play a big role in Johor tourism in line for Visit Johor 2020. Key players of the industry including golf club managers and tourism agencies participated in

Key players of the golf industry with Exco Liow Cai Tung

the roundtable discussion to explore ways to boost the industry to attract more consistent tourists each month, leveraging each other’s expertise. Currently, it was found that the number of golf tourists only surged seasonally mainly from China, Taiwan and Korea, as they escape from their winter season to enjoy our tropical weather. The discussion aims to find ways to attract more golf tourists from other parts of the world throughout the year. It is recognised that golf tourists spend more than average tourists, creating more economic opportunities in other sectors such as hotels, restaurants, travel, and entertainment. To boost golf tourism, more local caddies

are needed as well. Liow in her officiating speech, encourages youths, especially young women, to take up caddying as a career. “I believe caddy as a career has great potential and career advancement prospects and this is a good opportunity for youths out there in particular young women to take up the challenge and work in the many beautiful golf courses we have in the state,” she said. A caddy is reported to earn a basic of RM1200, but with tips per round played they could bring up to RM3500 a month. The industry needs more local caddies and interested jobseekers may contact Johor Golf Tourism Association for more information. - by Salamahafifi TI

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e Exclusiv w Intervie CIDB’s Construction Snapshot as of June 2019 indicated a drastic decrease in projects awarded by both private and public sectors, whereby in 2016; the private sector recorded RM206.8billion worth of projects but as of June 2019, only RM31.3billion was recorded. The numbers are a cause of concern and to address some of the issues, Johor Real Estate and Housing Developers Association (REHDA) Branch Chairman Dato’ Ir. Steve Chong Yoon On shared with The Iskandarian his views on what needs to be done.

What does the alarming numbers by the CIDB mean?

As of June 2019, only RM31.3billion private sector projects were being awarded. Assuming by the end of 2019, the figure doubles to RM62.6billion means that in comparison to 2016, the percentage of reduction in projects awarded is down by about 70%. These numbers tell us a number of things about the industry.

Do share with us what does the reduced numbers mean

The first thing that we can conclude is that the industry is contracting. We are not here to finger point at anyone but to share our concerns. The construction industry is the fourth largest economic driver of our country. Our industry also helps create over a hundred sub industries, therefore, if the numbers continue to drop, you will start seeing an economic slowdown, and you will hear about unemployment, businesses closing down, our Ringgit weakening and foreign direct investments will be affected.

Dato’ Ir. Steve Chong Yoon On Br an ch C hair man Joh or Re a l E st ate an d Hou sing D e ve l op er s Ass o ciation ( R EH DA )

Do you think that investor confidence is on the decline?

One of the reasons that REHDA is voicing its concerns is because we, the members feel that the investor confidence is heavily declining. We notice that some of the investors who came to Johor a few years ago are packing up and heading to Kuala Lumpur or their respective countries. This is something that needs to be addressed or it will create more uneasiness in the market.

What are some of the pertinent issues that need to be addressed?

I believe that one of the main issues that needs to be addressed is policy. Some of our policies are outdated and unsuitable for the current economic climate not only in Johor but nationwide. For an example in Johor, every housing project needs to have a 40% reserve for Bumiputra buyers but a research by UTM shows that the Bumiputra buyers who are keen and eligible to buy is less than 20%. This shows a mismatch between market’s need and enforced policy. So imagine this, each new development that comes up, will have a pile of unsold Bumiputra units which we classify as non-productive. These units impede the developers’ cash flow and at the same time create a haven of houses for drug addicts to occupy and for vandalism and theft to occur as wires and cables of the uninhabited houses are stolen. The nuisance is that the wires are probably sold off for a few hundred Ringgit but the developers have to spend a lot more to reinstate the loss. This further disrupts our cash flow.

What about the minimum threshold on the acquisition of properties by foreign interests’ policy?

The minimum threshold for foreign buyer is set at RM1million and it is something that the government can review. It does not need to be a perpetual decision but it can be based on a case to case basis. The faster we are able to sell our projects means we will have the cash flow to start the next project. The cash flow enables us to keep the industry afloat and also enable us to do our corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects of creating affordable housing for the B40 segment.

Are developers looking to make a quick profit?

This is a question that everyone asks; that are we making noise just to enrich ourselves? The answer is a simple no. For any given project, if we can make a profit of somewhere around 25%, we consider ourselves lucky but you must keep in mind that the 25% spreads over five to seven years. The amount of effort we put in to sustain in that period is unimaginable. If we are not running at a loss, there is also no need for us to retrench our manpower or even shelve projects. All we are asking for is to give us the ability to float and to sustain. Sustainability is the key word.

How urgently does the issue needs to be addressed?

Right now, we are actually sending out an SOS. This is a very serious matter and we are sending out a plea to save us.

How many unsold property units do we have in the state currently?

As at 1Q2019, Johor has accumulated 51,000 of unsold property units worth around RM36billion, with an estimated of 16,000 units being Bumiputra units as of July 2019.

The unsold Bumiputra units make up to RM8billion in total.

What are among the policies you recommend to be reviewed?

There must be an improvement of the Bumiputra units release mechanism. The state government has to come out with a floating system to sell the Bumiputra units instead of marking the unit titles. Some trivial laws which are not relevant at this day and age can be done away with like the advertising laws which stipulate advertising frequency and intervals. The amount of risks and uncertainty and cost that a developer has to undergo makes the developer wonder if it’s worth to launch anything new now. There are lesser risks if we don’t launch anything.

Do you think that asking for a Bumi quote policy review will create some uneasiness?

We are not asking to review the policy to deprive the Bumis from acquiring properties. The review in policy will enable better matching to buyers and create a more vibrant economy. Some of the Bumi buyers don’t want to buy Bumi units as it will be difficult for them to sell the property later on as they have to sell the unit to a fellow Bumi since the title has been marked and this is not easy as the Bumi buyer will opt to buy a new unit compared to buying a sub-sale unit as he has plenty of choices out there.

In terms of compliance and development cost, don’t the developers usually just transfer that cost to the purchaser? We are against doing business in that manner. Please understand that we as developers have a social obligation to build and deliver affordable and quality housing to our fellow citizens. Developers are commonly misunderstood as profiteering entities but rarely known that we suffer in silence. TI

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in Moscow in 2020. She has designed and is painting a mural, a work-inprogress as Amiratul works to complete it on Our resident writer, Peggy Loh, actively writes in her blog www.peggyloh.com an entire wall within the about matters that are close to her heart. premises. She can be reached at write2peggyloh@gmail.com Fadilah tells me that JPH aims to provide a platform for the community especially women, to have retail space to promote and n modern communities, many women agents of change in the country is evident market their products, even educated ones, are being trapped from the various successful projects by exhibit their handicrafts, sell Johor souvenirs and in domestic violence and afraid to move JEIWA. Façade of JEIWA Power House at Paradigm Mall, Johor Bahru To ensure sustainability and for visitors and tourists out of their sphere of violence. But the brave women who have stability of the target group and continuous to enjoy Johor cuisine. On a chalk board, I read the menu that the center’s use and with financial support. come out of it, can seek help and support participation from the community in from JEIWA to find their way again and charity and volunteer activities, JEIWA includes Lamb Nasi Briyani (rice), Asam Pedas The setting up of JPH was with established JEIWA Global Resources, a Nanas Ikan Jenahak (fish) and Laksa Johor. have hope to live better lives. the support of more than 56 partners There are also beverages, hot snacks nationwide and from Singapore, who Since its inception in October Social Enterprise company that manages 2015, the NGO better known as JEIWA, JEIWA Power House, Malaysia first and signature JEIWA Kebabs with special generously donated goods and services at sauce, as well as a menu of local cuisine zero cost. the short-form for Johor Empowerment of Integrated Community Hub. Officially opened on 31st July 2019, prepared by women who are supported by Intellectual Women Association has been They are Homlux Interior Design & actively involved in activities that help JEIWA Power House (JPH) is located at Lot JEIWA. Furnishing (Interior Designer & Contractor), The charming hand-painted tiffin Smart Acc (POS Sytem), Force 21 (Security victims of domestic violence regain their 2F-11, Level Two of Paradigm Mall Johor carrier is a JPH signature product and I like System), Dankoff Coffee (Coffee Machine), confidence and develop skills to contribute Bahru. On my recent visit to JPH, Fadilah how their Johor cuisine is served in these Fresco (Barista Training), Paradigm Mall to the community again. While women may have gave me a tour of the premises and uniquely designed tiffin carriers. (Venue), MN Puncak Niaga (Furniture), A range of limited edition, Seamaster (Paint) and many more. redefined their roles in the community hand-painted tiffin carriers designed since the 1900s, there is still a big gap in Above all, a special renovation by Fadilah, are for sale and the grant was provided by Iskandar Regional gender equality so women must play their proceeds would help domestic Development Authority (IRDA) Youth2 Biz, roles in their own spheres of influence to violence survivors and finance JEIWA a programme to promote business shared work at closing this gap. Research Projects. Nor Fadilah Mohamed Nizar, facilities. Besides a Food & Beverage a victim of domestic violence who The JPH is indeed an exciting avenue, business, the training room which designed to encourage and empower persevered and overcame the suffering, has a seating capacity for 30 guests, is women who are seeking to rebuild their lives formed this support group to help fellow available for training activities, private and JEIWA needs your support to make this victims free themselves from spheres of dining and community activities. violence and rebuild their lives. integrated community hub a success. I cannot help noticing Now happily remarried, So how can you participate with the wooden furniture in the café JEIWA? Fadilah partnered with other women and Fadilah explains that JPH is activists and founded JEIWA, an NGO that For a start, patronize JPH for local collaborating with the supplier to food and products or organise events at JPH was officially launched in October 2015 promote these specially designed and enjoy meals catered by JEIWA’s homeand remains as the founding president. furniture that are both compact and cooked menu. Besides providing a platform to The library of books in the community centre encourages reading and relaxing in the café over space-saving. help women start a new life from a postFor more information on JEIWA and a drink or meal To demonstrate, she lifted JPH, follow Instagram/Facebook page for domestic violence relationship, JEIWA wooden panels off the table top to Jeiwapowerhouse or email JEIWA Global aims to establish programmes at national level and recommend new policies to shared that this community centre houses reveal a ready-made congkak traditional Resources at: ceojgr@gmail.com. TI combat domestic violence and provide a retail space, a café which serves Johor game on the lower layer and a checkered traditional cuisine, a place for Art & Craft board for chess on another layer! opportunities for women. With a swift tug, she pulled out the Her passion to empower women to demonstrations and products like batik collapsible wooden seats that are cleverly contribute to the community and become and hand-painted tiffin carriers. The centre is designed with concealed under the table. an office for JEIWA headquarters, a A range of wooden tables being counselling room, a training room, a used in the café are display models which preparation kitchen, Juice and Coffee customers may see and experience before Bar, a library and even a mini stage for they placed orders for their own. exhibitions and shows. JEIWA also gathers expert advisors to From its façade, I can appreciate help in their outreach to a wider community how its design incorporates Malaysian to provide services and support. architecture using cengal wood-carving. In fact, JEIWA is a permanent Meanwhile, the privacy of a member and presenter at the World Women counselling room is readily available for Conference, an annual international level women who come to JPH, seeking help. event. A range of limited edition, hand-painted Fadilah also introduced me to In addition to helping the community, A view of the integrated community hub tiffin carriers – a signature product by Amiratul Farahin, an aspiring disabled JEIWA encourages individuals and in the mall that features designs that use JEIWA; ideal for use and a pride to person who will represent Malaysia in the corporations to participate with JPH through traditional cengal wood-carvings present as gifts to others Abilympic painting competition to be held their talents and skills, donation of items for

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RM36,820 Raised for Breast Cancer Patients

ocal golf group Young & Dangerous (YnD) had organised the first of their yearly golfing event, “Fight Breast Cancer on the Green” where all proceeds of the tournament would be donated to the Breast Cancer Foundation to fund their various activities in Malaysia. The event was hosted by Ponderosa Golf & Country Club (PGCC). Breast cancer is one of the top 5 most frequent cancers excluding nonmelanoma skin cancer ranked by cases in both sexes which includes colorectum, lung, nasopharynx and liver cancer and is stated by the World Health Organisation that 32.7% of females were diagnosed with breast cancer in Malaysia. The Breast Cancer Foundation Malaysia is a tribute to the late Tun Endun Mahmood’s strength after finding out she had breast cancer and organised their first charity gala dinner “Walk with Pride” on 31st July 2005, where breast cancer survivors took to the runway, making a powerful statement that there is life after breast cancer

Presentation of mock cheque from Stanley Pang, organising chairman for Ponderosa YnD Charity golf night to the Breast Cancer Foundation Malaysia

and in 2006 was officially incorporated in the Pride Foundation. Steven Goh, Director of PGCC expressed his appreciation to the initiative and support shown by YnD, participants of the tournament and various donors from multiple companies in Malaysia that helped raise a total of RM36,820 that would go into supporting breast cancer patients to help them finance their medical treatment, medication and personal needs alongside their mission to spread awareness and empowering patients as well as survivors. The origin of the event is due to one of the members of YnD who lost

his mother after a battle with breast cancer last year. The golf group which was started by a few friends in 2016 have grown into 30 members aiming to bring together young like-minded golfers who shares common goals and to form strong bonds. As a yearly event, YnD hopes for more great things to come from future collaborations and inspiring golfers. For the others who do not partake in golf, the Breast Cancer Foundation has also announced the start of the “Put A Smile” Campaign where prospective donors can show their support nationwide through online donations. - by Evan Lim TI

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SMK Tun Habab Made Johor Proud at PETRONAS AAY 2019

ekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Tun Habab represented Johor at the final of the national level championship of Yayasan PETRONAS’ Sentuhan Harapan – All About Youth (AAY 2019) after beating nine other schools from the state. The school’s project, called PELTZ, an air conditioner that conserves up to 15% electricity, impressed the judges as it addressed the AAY 2019 theme on “Reducing Carbon Emissions for a Better Future”. Two hundred students from 10 schools in Form 2 and Form 4 in Johor spent the last three months developing solutions based on the theme, aiming to benefit the community and the environment. “We are thrilled to make Johor proud at the National Finals, shared team member, Syalabiah Bt Omar Syariff, 16. “It was heartening to see the students working together and pushing themselves out of their comfort zones to deliver strong solutions,” said school teacher, Mohd Nor Akmal B Salleh, who coached the team from the school. CEO Yayasan PETRONAS, Lita Osman said, “PETRONAS aims to spark conversations on climate change amongst students and inspire them to think creatively and develop innovative solutions including applying STEM to address the issue on a sustainable future. AAY visions to spur social innovation and support the Government’s 60:40 target ratio of STEM-Arts enrolment as well as the country’s aspiration to reduce carbon emissions”. Since 2014, AAY has reached more than 200 schools and 4,600 students. More than 150 PETRONAS volunteers or ‘buddies’ have

Students from SMK Tun Habab Johor showcasing their solution

nurtured, tutored and motivated participants. 200 impactful community projects have been successfully developed, including a flood alert system to warn pedestrians and motorists not to cross the bridge when it is deemed unsafe, an eco-friendly toilet installed at school that saves energy and water. AAY is supported by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change. This year, 50 schools in five states - Sabah, Sarawak, Terengganu, Melaka and Johor competed in AAY 2019. Each team received RM1,000 seed funding, a Technology Toolbox worth RM1,250 and mentoring by PETRONAS volunteers to develop their project over three months. Apart from the National Finals, five schools with projects identified by the judges to have high impact solutions and potential commercial value will have another 15 weeks to enhance their project. The schools will compete for the Chairman’s Circle championship in December, that offers a grand prize of RM30,000. - by The Iskandarian TI

A Clean Beach is Everyone’s Responsibility!

dmit it: we’ve all imagined a dream beach gateway to sandy white beaches like in Maldives. We are skeptical about our local beaches – we think they’re not clean enough, polluted and not as pristine. Have we ever wondered why they were in that state and what have we done to help? The Rotary Club of Tebrau organised their first beach clean-up activity near Sedili recently. Their humble first event was attended by environmentalists as young as 9 years old to the young at heart at 94. Faith Lin, President of the Club, sees that we should start treating beaches as we would with our houses by knowing

where to dispose our rubbish. As a travelling runner and hiker, she noticed how countries like Japan were able to keep their parks clean; they were simply educated on waste management. “We can clean the beach today, but if we’re not educated on what to do when there is no rubbish bin, the beach is going to get dirty again tomorrow,” she said. Bottle caps, toothbrushes, empty lighters, cigarette boxes, slippers, ropes and even fishermen floaters were the “gems” hidden in the sand. Participants were seen emptying the semi-filled plastic bottles in order to not burden the weight of their collection bags. Some plastic bottles disintegrated upon first touch; evidence

to how long the bottle had been there untouched. The average time for a plastic bottle to biodegrade is about 450 years – some could take up to even 1000 years. Is two seconds of convenience of tossing a bottle to the side worth the eternity it will be there for? Sridharan, an 11-year-old participant, told his father he wanted to join the beach cleaning and wants to solve the country’s pollution problem. It looks like we’re putting the burden of pollution on future generations too. In one hour, about 50kg of waste was collected, and that was just the beginning. Rotary Club of Tebrau plans to have a beach cleaning activity every second Saturday of the month. More hands are

Our heroes for the day – the trash was just a small fraction of what had been collected

welcomed to make the cleaning work lighter. Contact Rotary Club of Tebrau on Facebook or WhatsApp +6010-2254103 (Rajakupal) for details to register as volunteers. - by Salamahafifi TI

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e’re now in the last quarter of the year with a few occasions this month marking a couple of extended weekends as well. It’s definitely a good time to start making plans early to avoid any disappointments. This month, IT Chapter 2 is back to terrorize you! Also, Sony Pictures Malaysia brings us an action-packed Chinese movie “The Bravest” this season. Disney on the other hand has a movie announcement, and in our Music column, I’d like to introduce a talented Johor-born singer-songwriter Maizurah. For those wanting to dine in a

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pleasant environment yet affordable, Pulai Springs Resort is offering Nyonya cuisine this September for a limited period. Don’t miss out on it and flip the pages to our Play section to know more about the buffet. We’re back with our local travel by revisiting Thistle Johor Bahru after its refurbishment. Our journalist Norfy had a comfortable stay there and enjoyed the food. If you’re interested, check out Thistle’s school holiday packages available for booking till December 2019. As always, for those wishing to share their fashion collection, travel tales, or like us to review your restaurant/hotel for a

staycation, drop me an e-mail at waves. lifestyle@gmail.com and be featured. For more news, do access www.theiskandarian. com The Iskandarian wishes all Malaysians Happy Malaysia Day! TI

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Johor-born Maizurah Debuts With A Chinese Song The singer-songwriter’s background in the Mandarin language has given her an advantage to get creative in the music world

music. Throughout her younger days, she listened to popular Mandarin songs by A-Mei, Faye Wong, Leehom Wang, Jacky Cheung, Jerry Yan, Jay Chou,

spiring Malay singer-songwriter Maizurah, hailing from Johor pens a Mandarin song called “Have You Ever Loved Me”, currently available on YouTube. The song is composed by British Music Producer Ben Haynes who is based in Derby, United Kingdom. Maizurah who now resides in Qatar has always aspired to be a singer and has written several songs in English, and now she has expanded her horizon by writing and experimenting with Mandarin songs. Being educated in a Chinese School – Foon Yew High School in Johor Bahru for more than ten years, she is fluent in Mandarin although her mother tongue is the Malay language; giving her the advantage to express her creativity in the process of writing Mandarin songs. Maizurah grew up in a family who appreciates

Jin Sha (Kym) and Fish Leong. In addition, Maizurah names Penny Tai as one of her favourite idols in the Chinese music industry and coincidently Penny Tai was also her school alumni and she is very proud of her successful music career. Being her idol, Maizurah would love to follow Penny Tai’s footsteps and develop her musical journey in China. According to Maizurah, she started writing

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music since she moved to Doha, Qatar in 2015 and has been collaborating with Ben Haynes for the past four years. Together, they have written and recorded several songs namely Stay Strong Qatar, Desert Life, Phase of Love, I am Free and Not A Word. Although there are no music videos for her English tracks, Maizurah is no stranger when it comes to performing live as she has wowed audiences before during corporate events and functions. Maizurah is looking forward to collaborate with a record label and making her dream comes true by producing a full Mandarin album in the future. Her song titled “Have You Ever Loved Me” is now available on YouTube at the following link: https://www.youtube. com/watch?v=_ari_0342a4 TI

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Can you describe Joy? It is not just happiness. The essence of joy is deeper than superficial excitement. In spirituality, joy is an inner ecstasy that stimulates the cognitive to perceive the world beyond the surface. This normally comes together with the joy of the body and the acceptance of the emotional state at that moment. Joy is the heaven within you. The joy of life is not that hard to experience. It is the easiest experience to achieve because it’s in our nature to be joyful. Humans

are capable in achieving simple state of joy just by sitting on the couch and enjoying the morning breeze that they feel on their skin. Even though joy is a common trip in meditation but not everyone meditates. However, most of us never tasted joy in ourselves. We seek the feeling of inner excitement through others, which doesn’t last long. Therefore, we miss the most powerful feelings in our life – The feeling of aliveness and vitality. Another factor that contributes to

lack of joy is the ‘prison mentality’. It is easy to stay trapped in our mental world than enjoying the moments around us. Here’s what you can do to exercise your awareness in experiencing your own inner joy. Free from Self-Judgement We judge ourselves frequently. We begin by thinking about it and then verbalising it upon ourselves. The most common judgement is “I’m not good enough”. Every time we judge ourselves, we are

suppressing our inner joy. Watch our thoughts and how it traps us to think we are not worthy of joy. Observation reduces the tendency to verbalise judgement. Once we stop verbalising self-judgement, we transcend the judgement into acceptance. Inner joy can be felt through the acceptance that our imperfection as a human is beautiful and powerful. In the next issue, I’m going to explore inner joy through the simplicity of life and the power of saying NO to others. TI

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Genre: Horror, Thriller Release date: 6th September 2019 Directed by: Andrés Muschietti Produced by: Rideback, Warner Bros. Pictures, New Line Cinema, Toma 78, Lin Pictures, Vertigo Entertainment Cast: Jessica Chastain, James McAvoy, Bill Hader, Isaiah Mustafa, Jay Ryan, James Ransone, Andy Bean, Jaeden Martell

he evil clown Pennywise returns 27 years later to torment the grown-up members of the Losers’ Club in the town of Derry, Maine. The Losers Club has moved away, until a devastating phone call brings them back. TI

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Halle Bailey Is Disney’s Ariel!

alle Bailey has been cast as Ariel in Disney’s upcoming live-action reimagining of The Little Mermaid. The film is directed by Rob Marshall and produced by Marshall, John DeLuca, Marc Platt and Lin-Manuel Miranda. The film will feature beloved songs from the animated classic by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, as well as new songs by Menken (music) and Miranda (lyrics). “After an extensive search, it was abundantly clear that Halle possesses that rare combination of spirit, heart, youth, innocence, and substance — plus a glorious singing voice; all intrinsic qualities necessary to play this iconic role,” says Marshall. Production is anticipated to begin in early 2020. TI

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SEPTEMBER 2019

30th Aug – 8th Sept Bridal Fair @ Angsana JB Mall

1st Sept – 6th Oct Funfair Euro Fun Park @ Sutera Square

1st Sept Awal Muharram

6th Sept EduCity Educators Conference @ NUMED

6th – 8th Sept • •

Johor Furniture Fair @ Persada Johor Absolut Food Fest @ Angsana JB Mall Padang B

9th Sept Agong’s Birthday

12th – 15th Sept • •

World Food Fair @ Singapore Expo S’pore Intl Indian Expo @ Suntec CC S’pore

13th Sept Mid-Autumn Festival

13th – 16th Sept JDT Food Fiesta @ Johor Bahru

13th – 22nd Sept F1 Grand Prix S’pore @ Marina Bay Sands & Others

16th Sept Hari Malaysia

20th – 22nd Sept Home & Property Fair @ JB City Square

25th – 28th Sept Andy Lau Live @ S’pore Indoor Stadium

27th – 29th Sept Megahome @ Persada Johor

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Pvt & Intl School Fair Johor (PISF) @ Hotel Jen Grand Opening Party @ Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast

28th Sept – 26th Oct TBC Deepavali Bazaar @ Johor Bahru CC Block your dates for this month!

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Thistle Johor Bahru: More Than Meets the Eye Thistle Johor Bahru facade could be seen from afar, along the Straits of Johor By Norfy Shafeq waves.lifestyle@gmail.com

ention Thistle Johor Bahru ( Thistle) among local Johoreans and they would nod in unison for its class and reputation. As my drive along Jalan Skudai, I could see it standing tall as an iconic building facing the Straits of Johor, with ‘Thistle’ emblazoned on the top. My memory of Thistle is of it being well known as one of the hotels with refined hospitality since the beginning of its existence. My friend that I was about to meet at Thistle had arrived with no problem. Refurbished room facing the Straits of Johor for a relaxing stay She sent me pictures of herself among involving more people. access to the pool. We then took the time lush greeneries that backdrops what Speaking of meetings and events, to burn off some calories and went for seems like an endless swimming pool Thistle has sizable rooms to fit your with bridges, giving it a sense party or event. The Orchid Grand of resort-like ambience in the Ballroom is perfect for a grand event city. As I arrived and made my or even a wedding reception and the way to check-in, the hospitality hotel is offering Exclusive Wedding of each staff was immaculate. Packages for your big day. My friend and I Touring the hotel and its vast exchanged greetings over a grounds got us a little tired and I lunch buffet at Fresh restaurant, was obviously looking forward to taking a liking to the flavourful a goodnight’s rest. As a traveller be asma rojak dipped in the assured because safety is Thistle’s smooth yet crunchy peanut utmost concern. The card to your sauce. Stuffed, we moved to room is only accessible from the the lobby and down to Steps lobby and the floor where your room restaurant where visitors were is located at. Just flash your card enjoying cakes, fritters and before pushing the button to go to teh tarik for refreshment. Glass The view from the Glass restaurant overlooking layers your floor. restaurant where dinner buffet of lush trees This time I stayed in the Deluxe would usually be served is just Standard room with city view while my one stair down and it has a convenient a walk while having a casual discussion partner had the luck with Deluxe Straits around the swimming pool that View room. If you’re a business traveller stretches all the way on the grounds. consider checking into an Executive room There are two pools and each pool at the Executive floors or those with large is divided for children and adults. families may opt for the Junior Suite, My friend was excited to have a Family Suite or the popular Thistle Suite little event by the pool, and we for additional comfort and space. Each discovered that Oasis restaurant by suite has private balconies too! the pool is able to cater to all kinds As a cherry on top of the icing, of events from small-scale, private Thistle is offering school holiday packages to huge ones. for booking till December 2019 for 2 It was then close to 3pm adults and 2 children below 12 years old and we took the elevator up to in the Deluxe City Room at RM288nett per the Executive Lounge located at night. I’d say book away as that’s a steal the 15th floor, only accessible for deal for a staycation! in-house guests booked at the Enticed to get on board and be Executive levels or for business among the first to experience the whole meetings. Separated by two storeys, new look of Thistle Johor Bahru this we took our seat near the tall September onwards? Email Thistle Johor window for two facing the beautiful Enjoy freshly made Roti Jala, one of the many Bahru today for reservations at salesthistle. strait’s view for our quick business local favourites in the breakfast spread at johorbahru@thistle.com.my or call 07-222 meeting. The upper level is much Fresh restaurant 9234. TI more suitable for bigger meeting

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What You Need to Know About Cervical Cancer No.3 most common cancer among Malaysian women but may be prevented through regular screening test

ervical cancer is the third (3) most common cancers among Malaysian women. Every year 2000-3000 women were admitted in hospital due to cervical cancer in Malaysia. It’s estimated at least 6.8 new cases of cervical cancer per 100,000 women annually. Cervical cancer is among the few cancers that can be prevented. By doing regular cervical cancer screening test, the risk of getting cervical cancer can be reduced by up to 70%. Cervical Screening (Pap smear) is able to detect abnormal cells before it turns into cancer. By detecting the pre-cancerous cell, it can be treated before it manifests into cancerous cells. Johor has the lowest rate of Pap smear screening in the country

at 39.9%. According to the Fifth Malaysian Population and Family Survey (MPFS-5) 2014, the main reasons are: • Do not require check up • Time constraint • No information • Afraid/Shy

by getting HPV vaccination, avoid sexual promiscuity and avoid smoking.

Cervical cancer is an abnormal cell growth in the cervix (neck of the womb). Cervical cancer can be reduced by getting HPV vaccination and regular Pap smear. Pap smear should be offered to sexually active women age 20-65-year-old. HPV vaccination can reduce the risk of getting cervical cancer but it’s not 100%. You will still need to go for regular Pap Test. The most important risk factor for cervical cancer is infection by human papilloma virus (HPV). HPV can spread from one person to another by skin to skin contact. HPV can infect the cervix during sexual activity. Most women will be able to clear HPV infection with their own immune response. However, if HPV infection persists for long duration, cervical cancer may develop. Risk of HPV infection can be reduced

Is Pap smear painful? It is not a painful procedure but is mildly discomforting.

The following should clear your basic doubts on Pap smear procedure and Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN):

When is the most suitable time (menstrual calendar) for a Pap smear? There are no restrictions as such as long as the woman is not having her menses during the test. Is it normal to have minimal bleeding after Pap smear? Yes, but it will stop in a day or two. How frequent should a woman go for a Pap test? Yearly for two years if the results are normal, then every 3 years once. Should I test for HPV? Test for HPV is more expensive and are not available at most community clinics. Primary cervical screening with HPV Test is however, currently being tried in a Pilot Study

in Malaysia. As for now, HPV test can be used for those with abnormal Pap smear result to determine whether these women need to go for further tests. What if I have abnormal Pap smear result? Pap smear is a screening test hence its not 100% accurate. Depending on the severity of the abnormal Pap smear (Low Grade or High Grade), you may need further tests such as Colposcopy and Biopsy. Does abnormal Pap smear mean I am having cancer? No. Most women with abnormal Pap test don’t have cervical cancer. They just need further tests to make sure they don’t have Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN). What is Colposcopy and Biopsy? Colposcopy is the examination of a woman cervix with magnification to identify any abnormality that can turn into cancer in the future. The cervical abnormality that can manifest into cancer in the future is called CIN. How do I get CIN? If our immune system is not able to clear HPV infection of the cervix, after a few years the cervix may

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develop CIN which can become cervical cancer after 5-15 years. What is the treatment for CIN? CIN of the cervix can be removed by performing minor surgical procedure on the cervix. The procedure can be done under local analgesia. Do I need hysterectomy if I am having CIN? No. Minor procedure on the cervix will clear the CIN in most cases. Will I get cervical cancer after my CIN is treated? The risk of getting cervical cancer will be markedly reduced. But you will still need long term follow up as there are chances for CIN to come back. Best not to wait long and go for a Cervical Cancer Screening now. TI

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Erectile Dysfunction (ED): Not an Uncommon Problem in Men By the year 2025, it is estimated that there will be over 320 million men worldwide who suffers from ED

hat is Erectile Dysfunction (ED)? Erectile Dysfunction is defined as the inability to obtain or maintain an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance. This problem is mainly associated with aging and has a significant increase in men over age 50. In men between the ages of 60 to 69 years, the prevalence of ED can range from 20% to 40%, and by the age 70, the prevalence increases to 50% - 100%. It is predicted that by the year 2025, there will be over 320 million men worldwide who suffers from ED. What causes ED? The causes of ED are many; i.e. the inadequate blood flow to fill the corpora and/or the inability to prevent the venous flow from leaving the penis, termed venoocclusive disease. These blood flow issues are a direct result of a medical condition, a surgical complication, or a pharmacologic side effect. Cardiovascular disease is also linked with ED. ED symptoms predict an increased risk for a future development of cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease, peripheral artery disease, and stroke. How is it diagnosed and treated? The initial visit begins with a complete medical, surgical, social, and sexual history. The medical history should identify all medical conditions, their onset, severity, treatment options started and failed, and any current treatments. The focus is identification of any risk factors leading to ED. The psychological history should include any psychological conditions and duration of the condition, such as depression and anxiety, and any medications taken for these conditions. A social history includes the patient’s living arrangements, relationship status, health status of his family members, and the use of tobacco, alcohol, and illicit drugs. When collecting data on the sexual history, all domains of a man’s sexual health should be considered. Information gathered includes the presence/absence of erectile functioning, onset of the problem, severity of ED, previous treatments tried, the presence/absence of nocturnal erections, and frequency of intercourse. Identify any ejaculatory problems and any change in libido. Specific data collected during the physical examination and suggested laboratory tests aid in the identification of comorbidities. Each assessment and treatment plan is individually based on the patient’s needs and symptoms. Treatment of ED needs to place more importance on prevention, early intervention in treating

comorbid conditions, and promoting behavioural changes prior to initiating these other options. Dietary changes, development of an exercise programme, weight control, smoking cessation, and stabilisation of comorbid conditions, can lead to improvements in ED What are the treatments available in the healthcare industry? PDE5 Inhibitors All PDE5 inhibitors have a similar site of action, efficacy, and safety profiles, but they vary in time to onset and the duration of action. Men with diabetes mellitus with ED may be less responsive to PDE5 inhibitors. Risk factors for poor response to the PDE5 inhibitors include patients with severe diabetic neuropathy, severe cavernosal injury, psychological stress, and anxiety. These drugs must be used with sexual stimulation to be effective; however, up to 35% of patients with ED may fail to respond to this therapy. Despite high efficacy rates (between 45% and 78%), many patients will drop out of this therapy within 24 months due to factors such as cost, dissatisfaction with erection, or loss of interest in sexual activity. Vacuum device or Injection Therapy Vacuum device and injection therapy has high response rate but are not in favour due to cumbersome usage. Although highly effective, the dropout rate is high as well. Therefore, penile implant is the last option available. Shockwave Therapy Shockwave therapy however has been gaining in popularity due to the ease of use. Without using medicine or surgery, it aims to improve angiogenesis (new vessel formation) by introducing micro trauma and sheer stress to penile vasculature with improved blood flow and there will be longer lasting improved erectile function. 60-75% patients can expect improvement in sexual function although the response rate is less in diabetic patient (50%). So far, this is the only treatment looking at improving the underlying cause rather than symptomatic improvement alone. - by Regency Specialist Hospital TI

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inancial crisis is a situation where the value of financial institutions or assets drops rapidly. It’s a result of institutions or assets being overvalued and intensified by the investor’s misbehaviour. The 2007-2008 financial crises are the world’s major economy crisis since the Great Depression of the 1930s. The crisis began in 2007 when the sky-high home prices in the United States (US) turned critically downward and it spread in light speed which first to the entire US financial sector and then to the financial markets overseas. On the other hand, the global financial crisis disclosed significant financial fraud and financial misconduct that have been hidden in the market. “You only find out who is swimming naked when the tide goes out” has been used to describe the phenomenon of the financial market. It is one of the key variables that contributed to the 2007 financial crisis. Financial crimes are one of the most difficult crimes to deal with as it has many flaws and is normally committed by someone that has power over the society as Sutherland defines it as a “crime committed

by a person of respectability and high social status in the course of his occupation.” Moreover, the definition by Benson and Simpson mentions, “criminal behaviour by members of the privileged socioeconomic class as white collar crime”. It is noteworthy that financial crime has been concluded by many commentators that it has either triggered the financial crisis or was a significant contributory factor. In Malaysia, financial crime is referred to the case of the cloning of four cheques, automatic teller machine and credit card fraud, “fly by night” scams, and internet frauds such as spoofing, love scams, parcel scams, email hacking and especially money laundering. Money is the main cause for people to engage in almost any type of criminal activity, and financial crime continues to increase throughout the years. Investigations on money laundering are always difficult because as mentioned before, financial crime is often committed

by a person who has high social status and fraudsters are often several steps ahead. For financial institutions, the first line of defense is the employees as they need to spot the suspicious activity and raise the red flag. The red flag activity should b e

l o d g e d with the regulators for further investigations. This is one of the ways to track down a money laundering trail. In Malaysia, the Anti-Money Laundering and AntiTerrorism Financing Act (Act 613) came into force in 2001. Among

the several high-profile money laundering cases globally is the 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) scandal that came to light in 2015 where the money trail spread across several countries including Singapore and the US. In year 2019, the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre (NAFCC) was formed and headed by Former Immigration Department Director-General Datuk Seri Mustafar Ali. NAFCC was set up by the newly-minted government to tackle money laundering activities and work closely with other law enforcement agencies and government bodies with joint raids and information sharing. NAFCC mainly focus on high-profile and big cases and financial crimes committed on a grand scale by co-ordinating enforcement between government agencies and analysing big data. The big data is a central intelligence database which will compile existing data extracted from different agencies such as land ownership and vehicle matters from the land registry and the Road Transport Department, as

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well as financial information from the banking industry. By analysing the big data, NAFCC could identify the flow and illegal outflow of money, and to identify the modus operandi and perpetrators of financial crime. The Malaysian AntiCorruption Commission has announced that a special taskforce will be formed to recover assets related to 1MDB abroad, and the special taskforce will be led by the NAFCC. The team will conduct extensive investigations, legal matters and cooperation with foreign authorities in order to effectively combat the corrupt and incompetent official. As at June 2019, the government has recovered assets related to 1MDB worth RM919mil. TI

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y friend had recently asked me if this is the time to sell everything and keep cash as the market is bearish and everyone is afraid of the upcoming collapse. She sounded so certain that a collapse was around the corner but sure enough, the Dow Jones Industrial (DJI) plunged 800 points on 14th August 2019, because of the inverted yield curve. Indeed, the market has been turbulent since May this year, and even though the US Federal Reserve Bank had a rate cut of 25 basis point on 31st July 2019, it did not manage to stimulate the market. Two days later, President Trump announced an additional 10% tariff on $300 billion worth of goods for China. In return, China allowed its currency to fall to a more-than-10-year low, seeing the DJI tank to 767 points. To make things worse, the US Treasury department designated China as a currency manipulator. The irony is, Trump softened again and announced that he has delayed the 10% tariff to December. So, what would come next? No one knows. One thing for sure is that volatility would persist. Therefore, I’m going to discuss how to profit from volatility. First, let us have a look at our portfolio on 15th August 2019 amid such uncertain times.

still quite a number of companies with lower PE, such as Homeriz, Johotin, Favco, Bauto, Tunepro, Pantech, Gkent to name a few. So do these companies have good growth rate? It brings us to the next point. • E a r n i n g s Visibility Does the company have high outstanding Disclaimer: The companies or strategies mentioned in this article are meant for study purpose only. It doesn’t constitute any ‘buy’ or ‘sell’ recommendation. Please contracts? How many consult your financial professional if you want to make any decision. years can it last? The company might have completed building a new plant The portfolio above has showed a Stock Selection Some traders only refer to but when will the new plant start gain of 218% since November 2015, which is 8% lower compared to a technical tools for trading. However, contributing revenue? The company month ago. We received dividends to increase the probability of has developed a new product and of 1 and 1.52 cents from RANHILL winning, one needs to be particular what is the potential revenue it and KIPREIT, respectively. Total in picking the right company. In could generate, and when it will other words, company with sound start generating? dividend received is RM1666. We adopted the switch fundamentals does matter. Select Find out these crucial information strategy to sell Notion at 0.55 and companies with the following traits: from the company’s annual report, quarter report and through GFM at 0.43 and buy Homeriz at attending the AGM. Also talk to 0.64, after seeing the furniture • PE of 12 or below maker’s earnings stability, high ROE, Companies with low PE means its your friends who are familiar in the strong cash flow and good dividend valuation is more attractive. By industry. yield. The cash on hand has now selecting companies with low PE, it means you would have higher • Earnings Stability increased to RM74581. Though it may not be exactly margin of safety and lower risks. In times of volatility While not many people like When you see a company with PE of consistent earnings, it’s likely to volatility, there are traders who 12, make sure the company’s yearly lead to stable share price. Therefore, make good money in volatile times. earnings growth rate is at least 12% only buy companies with stable or How do they do it? The key reasons or more, or there is no meaning in improved quarter earnings. After such low PE. In Malaysia, there are all, we all do not like surprises. No are ‘Stock Selection’ and ‘Strategy’.

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matter how volatile the market is, share prices would move in tandem with earnings eventually • Dividend Payer If a company can pay regular dividend in the last few years, it means it has good cash flow. This is crucial because a company with good cash flow means it has good earnings. The dividend yield does not have to be more than 4%. So long as the company shows good record in paying regular dividends, investors would have much higher confidence. Conclusion In bad times, we need to be more stringent in stock selection because share prices tend to be more resilient when the market is panic. In the next issue, we will talk about strategies to adopt in volatile times. TI

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hatsApp has fast become an important texting application in our daily lives that connects us to people whether with our immediate family, colleagues at work, friends and even clients. It is such a household name that we went casual immediately in the texting application as it is an extremely convenient and simple application to get in touch but also used as a tool to communicate in the working world to get jobs done. However, the way we understand text would probably differ with others. What we thought is a light and prompt reply, might probably mean that we lack the initiative to some. Therefore, the firing of a Chinese woman because of her emoji/emoticon reply to her superior just couple of months back may seem bizarre to some. Reaction to the incident were mixed, some thought it was too uptight of the superior while there are people who are concerned of people taking work ethics too lightly. So where do we draw the line on being too casual and too uptight? How do we stay in the neutral line when it comes to communicating within the professional

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environment inside the texting application? 3 foolproof ways to avoid this sort of mishap to happen: • Leave sarcasm at bay Sure it’s fun and you are of a quirky personality but let’s keep it off a work situation. People either understand or misunderstand what you are trying to say so best to keep it away. • Read the text again before sending Reread your message before clicking the send button in case it sounds offensive to the recipient. Different people have different perception. Tailor our way of texting with this thought in mind to avoid any misunderstandings. • Always be respectful and polite The rule of thumb is to remember that the recipient of our text is a human being and they ought to be treated with respect. Keeping this in mind would always save us from any unwanted conflict that might take place as a result. Simple basic terms such as ‘please’ and ‘thank you’ go a long way. Other than these three, other acceptable general rules such as do not use all-caps while texting as it may convey you’re angry, and be wary of using inappropriate word or languages and even confusing emoticons that may be perceived negatively. What is your say on this issue? Would you prefer texting in leisure as long as the job is done or keep it ethical when it comes to work communication? - by Norfy Shafeq TI

Explore your Taste Buds with Nyonya Pergi Makan at Pulai Springs Resort Pick up some authentic Peranakan cuisine in the serenity of a golf resort

eranakan food has its own unique taste and special heritage. While it might be a little far to go all the way to where it originated from – Melaka and even Penang, take a detour to Pulai Springs Resort instead this September as the resort is offering a scrumptious ‘Nyonya Pergi Makan’ buffet for lunch from 12.00pm – 2.30pm and dinner 6.30pm – 9.30pm at the all-day dining Cinta Ayu Terrace Restaurant.

from the resort’s Executive Chef Kenny Lim so we can confirm its authenticity. It is contemporary, yes, but with the foundation of good old-fashioned Nyonya cuisine. Picture Nyonya Nasi Ulam that has this lovely, herbal fragrant that calls for us to take a handful of it and before we know it,

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the creamy Ayam Pongteh and spicy, savoury Terung Sambal Udang Kering have decorated our plate to harmonise with the rice. A spoon of sour and spicy Acar Mentah Nyonya is a perfect, refreshing addition to complete your

meal. O u r Peranakan cuisine experience would only come into full circle once we had the Nyonya Curr y Laksa and Ikan Siakap Nyonya Asam Pedas prepared live at the stalls. The fresh siakap fish cuts are available for your choosing before it is cooked into the Asam Pedas Save the Date! Pulai Springs Resort’s Nyonya Pergi Makan lunch by their talented and dinner offer chefs. Don’t miss out on the Rojak Buah for per child (4-12 years old). For every 5 paying its multiple roles as an appetiser, snack and adults, 1 guest dines for free (5+1 promo). dessert. Take plenty and treat it as how you The buffet is literally available for limited time see it fit! Then, clear your taste bud with some only for two weekends (6th – 8th September sweet Sago Gula Melaka, Bubur Cha Cha and and 13th – 15th September 2019). Reserve your spot soon to enjoy assorted Nyonya Kuih as a conclusion to the Nyonya style dining via 07-521 2121 or session. ‘Nyonya Pergi Makan’ buffet WhatsApp +6016 733 2918 (Restaurant promotion is affordably priced at Manager) or e-mail: enquiry@pulaisprings. RM35.00nett per adult and RM17.50nett com. - by Norfy Shafeq TI

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REHDA Sends SOS to the State Government Johor Real Estate and Housing Developers Association (REHDA) called for an emergency press conference to share urgent matters and raising concerns

he Johor chapter of the Real Estate and Housing Developers Association (REHDA) has put out a distress call to the state government to urgently address outdated housing policies in Johor. The immediate call for action was mooted by REHDA Johor Branch Chairman Datuk Ir. Steve Chong Yoon On and was echoed by the committee members. “We are not pointing fingers at any party, but current market conditions have changed and we need more flexible housing policies and all stakeholders must work together to find an amicable solution,” stressed Chong. The committee called upon the open minds of the state housing

REHDA Johor Branch Chairman & Managing Director of Austin Heights Sdn Bhd Datuk Ir. Steve Chong Yoon On (3rd from left) is seen sharing data with members of the press

Rehda committee Johor Real Estate and Housing Developers Association (REHDA) committee members unanimously call for an urgent review in policy pertaining to the property sector in Johor

department to review and revisit certain regulations deemed unfairly disadvantageous to the development of the industry. “This is an SOS distress call as we are talking about the survival and sustainability of the fourth largest economic contributor of the country,” added Chong. The pressing issues concerning developers in the state include unsold Bumiputra property units, escalating compliance costs and buyers having difficulties securing bank loans. To date, Johor has accumulated 51,000 unsold properties worth around RM36billion, with an estimated 16,000 units being Bumiputra lots valued approximately at RM8billion. The state’s requirement currently stipulates that 40% of all property units must be set aside for Bumiputra. These requirements apply to residential, commercial and industrial properties as well. For any unsold Bumiputra units, developers can appeal to the state government for a release consent that will convert a property to allow sale to a non-Bumiputra, however, 7.5% of the sale price needs to be paid to the state government as a fee to the state government for each released unit. “The state government needs to come out with a floating system to sell

the Bumiputra units instead of marking the titles,” said Chong. Datuk Steve Chong also called on the government to review the RM1 million threshold for foreigners buying properties in Malaysia as well as to review outdated advertising policies which go as far as to stipulate interval timing between advertisements which can be done away with. Singaporean and other foreign buyers are interested in investing in new properties in Johor Bahru but the price threshold as well as the current slow demand condition has prompted them to take a wait-and-see approach. “If the policies are not reviewed immediately, the market will continue to suffer and developers will be forced to retrench manpower and shelve projects. This is not an option that we are keen off but if market conditions worsen, we will have no choice,” he added. Based on the Department of Statistics’ principal statistics of construction sector 2017, the Johor construction sector employed 251038 people with a total of RM6,975,278 paid in wages which is the third highest in the country after Selangor and Kuala Lumpur. It was reported that Johor has the highest unsold properties in the country for consecutive years now. - by Edey Suresh TI

“We acknowledge the efforts done by the local government and we know that they strive for all the industries to do well” Datuk Hoe Mee Ling REHDA Johor Immediate Past Chairman & Divisional General Manager of Eco World

“something needs to be done before the industry suffers further and Affects the economy as a whole” KK Wong REHDA Johor Deputy Chairman & Group Director of Townships, UMLand cum CEO of Seri Austin

“There is a serious need for all parties to sit down and come up with the best solution moving forward” Gerard Soosay REHDA Johor Committee Member & CEO of Sunway Iskandar

“Currently, even the bumi buyer at times does not want to buy a bumi unit as it lacks value appreciation due to the marking”

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Gearing Up for SUKMA 2020: KPRJ Undertaking 11 of the Venue Constructions

umpulan Prasarana Rakyat Johor (KPRJ) is leading the way as the main builder for SUKMA 2020 infrastructures which should all be completed by April 2020. KPRJ is currently undertaking 11 of the venue constructions for SUKMA 2020. SUKMA 2020 should commence on the 11th of July 2020 till the 19th of July 2020. Earlier in June, the Federal government announced an allocation of RM142million to host the games. A working visit by Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman was conducted at the Athletics Stadium @ Sportcity in Mount Austin and other venues,

namely, Johor Velodrome in Iskandar Puteri and Arena Emas in Taman Impian Emas here, to view construction progress. KPRJ’s CEO Datuk Norazam Osman said that the stadium will be the main venue for athletics and rugby and is located 20 km from JB city centre and 35 km from Iskandar Puteri, Johor. “The stadium is designed under the modular system and can hold 5,000 spectators. It also has a full colour LED Video Mobile Scoreboard, athletic photofinish timing system, field event equipment with wireless network and two rugby field following international specifications,” he said. The Johor Velodrome

involved the construction of a three-storey building and a 250-metre cycling track with a 700-seat capacity on a 2.5 ha site meanwhile the Arena Emas will house the archery, petanque, lawn bowl and squash facilities. Arena Emas is located on a 7.41 ha lot at the Taman Impian Emas camping and recreational site. Working Minister Syed Saddiq said that he was confident that the Federal government will allocate an additional allocation for the games. When asked about his vision for the games, he said, “2020 is a very special year and I want people to see the beauty of Johor. I want all Malaysians to come to Johor to

New Phase Launched at Impian Emas Township Developer Gunung Impian launches new phase of double-storey terrace homes in their iconic township – Iconia Garden Residence Phase 10A3

ownship developer Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd recently launched a new phase of the Iconia Garden Residence and is open for registrations and bookings. The new Iconia Garden Residence 10A3 phase that will be developed is a freehold double-storey terrace home unit (22 x 80) with a built up area of 2,053 sqft. Starting from RM618,000, the iconic development will feature various special features which include a contemporary and elegant façade design and a spacious car park area. The innovative layout and high ceiling provides comfort and better ventilation. Iconia Garden Residence is nestled within a tranquil enclave with luscious greenery, adjacent to a 50

Scale model of the 10A2 phase

acres recreational park and the upcoming lifestyle community hub. It is where one can find the convenience of modern living in a natural setting. The township is located just 20km away from the Johor Bahru City Centre which is an ideal spot for suburban living whilst still being close to the basic needs and requirements of daily amenities. Impian Emas is also recently made

accessible via the Bukit Amber interchange (Exit 254A) to the North-South Highway cutting the 11km commute time to the airport short to just 10 minutes. For enquiries and bookings, please call 075588888 or visit the Gunung Impian Development sales gallery at Wisma Impian Emas (55, Jalan Impian Emas 5/1, Taman Impian Emas, 81300 Skudai, Johor. - by Harish Mustak TI

celebrate Vision 2020 through SUKMA and ensure that the eyes of the world are on Johor.” “When the games are over, I want people to continue coming to Johor KPRJ’s CEO Datuk Norazam Osman (right) is and experience seen briefing State Youth, Sports, Entrepreneur the wonderful Development and Cooperatives Committee sporting culture chairman Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali and Youth and here and enjoy Sports Minister Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman one of the best sports facilities in the region. positioned as a powerhouse not The vision is much bigger than only in Malaysia but South East sports per se, as I want Johor to be Asia,” he added. - by Edey Suresh TI

UMLand Unveils Topaz Residenz Showhouse at Seri Alam Township

nited Malayan Land Bhd (UMLand) unveiled its Topaz Residenz Showhouse in its maiden Township – Bandar Seri Alam. Launched in late 2018 and named after a precious gem stone, UMLand’s Topaz Residenz provides one of the best layouts and designs to its owners. The spaciousness of the living, dining, dry and wet kitchens provide excellent spaces for homemakers. All bedrooms upstairs come with en suite bath for convenience. Topaz Residenz comes with two variants, Type A with a built up of 2,152 sf and Type B, 2,177 sf, both with land sizes of 24’ X 70’. According to KK Wong, Group Director of Townships, UMLand, “Most of the international units have been taken up. With the opening of the Showhouse for viewing, we expect the remaining units to be snapped up soon. Moreover, with our government extending the Exemption of Stamp Duties on both

Sale & Purchase Agreement (SPA) and Loan till 31st December 2019, it gives further savings in thousands of Ringgit to the buyers. This move shall undoubtedly help in accelerating our sales. In addition to that, we are also Topaz Residenz Show House Opening providing Special Rebate, Free Legal Fee on SPA Seri Alam boasts of complete and Loan to all purchasers of amenities as in F&B outlets, Topaz Residenz (terms and healthcare, education and retail convenience. To add conditions apply).” “To celebrate the another feather to the cap, whole of 2019 year with Seri Alam Mall, by UMLand a bang, all our purchasers Bhd is scheduled for launch are also entitled to Lucky in 2021. Upon completion, Draws with attractive prizes, this addition will further with the Grand Prize being improve the quality of living a Luxury Apartment worth in Seri Alam Township. Due RM500,000/- in Seri Austin to its vibrant and closely-knit to be won in conjunction communal space, a sense of and participation with City lifestyle driven balanced Square Shopping Centre, with a resident-friendly JB 20th Anniversary living environment can be experienced by its residents Celebration,” he added. Wong also added that in Seri Alam Township. - by being a mature township, Priya Manikam TI

Developers in Medini Deals with Stray Dogs Issue The initiative was much needed to address the growing population of stray dogs in the area

A pack of strays just waiting for food

everal developers in Medini, Iskandar Puteri have taken the first step in tackling the issue with controlling the population and movements of the stray dog population in the area. CI Medini, Sunway Iskandar, as well as Medini Iskandar have their own ways to deal with their rather furry residents. Partnering with the local Iskandar Puteri City Council (MBIP), these developers have taken measure such as catching, neutering or spaying, and releasing the dogs to ensure that the population does not

grow. The city council welcomes NGOs and the public to hop on the bandwagon in efforts to control the stray dog population as to avoid any unwanted problems to residents and patrons. HOPE, SPCA, Zero Hunger For Strays are some of the NGOs who are currently engaging in active canine control. “I would advise that you form a committee consisting of the developers, NGOs, town councils, and even dog lovers to address this

issue. Organise campaigns and CSR programmes, in time, the population will surely decrease, and more of our furry friends will have a home,” suggested Datuk Steven Choong, MP of Tebrau during his dialogue session with the concerned parties. Currently, the MBIP have an SOP to deal with the problem of over population of stray dogs. However, they are only activated when there is a complaint from the public. Besides, the MBIP does not have a dog pound to house the caught dogs for further processing. This is where the

NGOs play their part in supporting the town council with sheltering solutions. In the hope of promoting animal rights, human comfort and convenience must also be taken into consideration. The public are encouraged to follow the simple procedures of getting a licence, neutering or spaying, and even taking care of their animals’ basic needs such as food and shelter. This will significantly help to curb the unnecessary hassle of dealing with strays later on. - by Harish Mustak TI

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MBJB Reviewing Industrial Area For 2025

n 22nd August 2019, a Publicity and Public Involvement of Special Area Planning (RKK) Draft MBJB Industrial Area (Review) 2025 Programme Launch and Town Hall session with MBJB’s

manufacturers was held at KSL Hotel & Resort. The RKK review is a renewed programme previously launched in 2008. One of its key segments is to solve the problem of illegal waste dumping by the

factories around Johor. As a part of making Johor the Southern Economic Powerhouse, the programme is to advance the industrial sector in order for foreign investment taking interest in Johor, strengthening the

7,000 Property Buyers and Plot Developers in Medini to Benefit from E-Strata Sub-Module

skandar Investment Berhad (IIB) congratulates Pejabat Tanah & Galian Johor (PTG Johor) for launching an enhanced sub- module for strata leases in its existing e-strata system in an effort to improve their service delivery to the public. Datuk Akmal Ahmad, Chief Operating Officer, IIB said, “We are grateful and thrilled with the launch of the sub-module by PTG Johor, as this would result in an effective and seamless process of registration and transfer of strata titles from developers to property buyers (end-users). We applaud PTG Johor’s efforts in developing this system that marks as an important milestone not only for the Medini Lease Scheme, but also for the national land administration system.” This sub-module would benefit the 14 developers currently operating and progressing their projects in Medini. To date, more than 40 projects has been approved in Medini since 2012. The new e-strata sub module will facilitate various processes in property sales involving more than 3,000 property units in Medini. With the launch of the sub-module, there is a fluid transition from the registration of leases on master titles to registration of leases on strata titles. Medini City is projected to reach 128,000 population in 2040 with an inclusive ecosystem to support the township. Dato’ Haji Mohd Halim bin Hasbullah, Director of PTG Johor said in his speech, “We need to constantly find ways to enhance our level of

capital whilst having the global level of technology skill and marketing network. Majority of the projects under RKK is Quick Win based and is possible to be mobilised by all. by Norfy Shafeq TI

MyRumah Enriched Potential Homeowners’ Knowledge

N The launch of E-Strata Sub Module by Pejabat Tanah Galian Johor

service in the management and administration of land matters in order to effectively and efficiently fulfil expectations of our stakeholders. To deliver a comprehensive strata ownership process, an implementation method that addresses issues of lease registration and lease transfers was established and published in ‘Kompendium Tanah Johor’ in February this year.” During the launch,, Dato’ Haji Mohd Halim also graciously presented strata titles to CI Medini Sdn Bhd and Tropika Istimewa Development Sdn Bhd (a subsidiary of Mah Sing Group) for their commercial and residential developments in Medini City. Takeshi Matsukata, Managing Director of CI Medini Sdn Bhd and Datuk Ho Hon Sang, Chief Executive Officer of Mah Sing Group received the strata titles on behalf of their respective companies as well. by The Iskandarian TI

ews Straits Times Press (Malaysia) Berhad (NSTP) brought their MyRumah Property Showcase down south at Komtar JBCC in Johor Bahru for their third installment as a one-stop platform for property consultation and home purchase that provided key information and insights of property buying. Other than the main participation from federal housing development agency; Jabatan Perumahan Negara (LPN) and Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS), eight property developers and five non-developers offered over 3,400 units of residential and commercial properties with a total gross development value of over RM2.2 billion – the biggest for MyRumah showcase to date. The property developers included Seri Alam, Seri Austin, Johor Land, UDA Land (South), Bukit Pelali Properties, Dynasty View and Guocoland, featuring their newest residential and commercial projects in and around Johor. Officiating the exhibition, Sr. Dzulkefly Ahmad, Johor State Exco for Housing, Communication and Multimedia said, “Based on the prevailing positive sentiments in the market, I am confident of the sector’s potential both within the country and the state,” citing two ongoing

MyRumah Property Showcase launch officiated by Johor State Exco for Housing, Communication and Multimedia, Sr. Dzulkefly Ahmad

development projects that would improve the city’s connectivity namely the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) and the Iskandar Malaysia Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). Mustapha Kamil Mohd Janor, Executive Director, News and Editorial Operations, Media Prima, cum Interim Chief Executive Officer of NSTP said, “One of the core foundation of MyRumah is Education, and we provided this priceless asset for free to visitors. Many potential homeowners as well as those interested gained invaluable information and detailed explanations from some of the country’s leading property speakers that graced the event”. - by Norfy Shafeq TI

Tourism, Hotels & Airbnb: Industry Harmony Is Much Needed To Move On

he hotel industry of Malaysia is shocked with the announcement by Airbnb, claiming to have served over 3.25 million guests in the past 12 months and allegedly generated RM3 billion in direct economic impact last year. Airbnb Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan General Manager Mike Orgill also revealed that there are currently 53,000 Airbnb listings in Malaysia, up from its previous number of

44,000 late last year. In comparison, the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture of Malaysia (MOTAC) has a registration database of approximately 250,000 hotel rooms only in the entire country. The number revealed by Airbnb is a staggering and worrying to 21% of legitimate hotels. Calculation basis of such economic impact claims were not revealed. But instead Orgill questioned the registration process

mooted by the MOTAC and did not offer to assist or hand over details of hosts listed on its platform which is obviously readily available. And neither did Airbnb offer to register itself as a business entity in Malaysia despite boasting Malaysia as the fastest growing country for Airbnb in the region for second year in a row. Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) remains adamant in its pursue for industry harmony,

urges Airbnb or similar platforms to be cooperative with industry efforts to regulate home-sharing. Multiple engagements and meetings were held with the Malaysian Productivity Corporation (MPC) and various Ministries to ensure tourism growth for the country. Yap Lip Seng, CEO for MAH expressed concerns over the admission that some of the property owners (on Airbnb) collected the tax themselves before submitting it to

the authorities. “Such mechanism does not exist for homes. It is obvious that Orgill and Airbnb is ignorant of Malaysian laws, with them operating entirely out of any laws of Malaysia”, he said. MAH also added that the hotel industry currently complies with multiple laws that are in place to ensure the industry, tourists and the country are protected for industry sustainability and growth. - by The Iskandarian TI

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