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Contents3 Happenings & Highlights
Traditional Mock Wedding DisplayBamboo Music Festival11th Sabah Hospitality Fiesta 2008Pesta Kubis8th Borneo Tens & 1st Borneo Women 7’s 2008Harith Iskander’s Live Nationwide Comedy TourNexus Resort Karambunai Sabah Open Dart Championship 21st Federation of Asian Photographic Congress (FAPA)Women Painters Art Exhibition
5 Eating OutDong Yang Steamboat RestaurantShikai Restaurant
7 Nights OutJade
8 Places of InterestSabah Tea Garden
10 FeatureSabahAir Aviation: Altitude with an Attitude!
12 Through The LensLet’s Dance! - Ethnic Dances of Sabah
14 CultureUmang Ting Ting - Dance of the Brunei-Malay People
15 Products of the Month at KadaikuSabah Souvenirs & Handicrafts
16 Bahasa Malaysia Section
18 Chinese Section
20 Japanese Section
22 Korean Section
24 Directory Listings
25 Sabah Map & Listings
26 Dz Hotel and Nature Resort
ADVISOR YBhg. Dato’ Seri Tengku Zainal Adlin / Sitti B. Damsal
EDITOR Melissa Leong
DESIGNER Trevor Thomson Lam C.W.
Charlieking Padasian (Kadaiku Sections)
PUBLISHER Sabah Tourism Board / Sri Pelancongan Sabah Sdn. Bhd.51 Gaya Street, 88000 Kota Kinabalu
TRANSLATORS Chin Yen Sang (Chinese) Rie Harada (Japanese)Emzee Lee (Korean)
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Message from the Editor
Apa khabar? Ready for anothermonth of things to do, places tosee and people to meet? Let
‘Sabah Malaysian Borneo’ give you anidea or two. I have always been fascinated with the innovative charm ofour Sabahan people – who wouldimagine making a musical instrumentout of wild-growing bamboo or jackfruitwood to carve a lute (known as the‘gambus’)? That’s why the BambooMusic Festival (p.3) is my top pick forthis month’s Happenings & Highlights.I’ll be making my way to Tamparuli tojoin the residents as they show off theirmusical skill playing instruments madeof bamboo. I have heard the KinabaluBamboo Orchestra perform severaltimes and I must say, listening to ‘BlackMagic Woman’ played on the sompotonis something else! There will be a myriad of activities to witness and enjoyduring the festival as well. Read moreabout it in our Happenings & Highlightssection.
Want to know more about ethnic wedding cultures and customs? Thenhead over to Monsopiad CulturalVillage every Saturday this month toexperience the Traditional MockWedding Display (p.3). Interested inmore adrenaline-charged events? Thenthe 8th Borneo Tens and 1st BorneoWomen’s 7’s in Sandakan is up youralley (p.4). Check our Calendar ofEvents for a more detailed listing ofwhat’s happening in Sabah this month.
This month’s feature highlights SabahAirAviation – a mind-blowing experiencethat takes you the skies for a breathtaking view of Sabah and all itswonders! (p.10). SabahAir has a list ofinteresting tour packages at affordablerates and even caters to specialrequests. Seeing that it’s November, itmight be a wise idea to avoid theChristmas rush and start shopping now!Let Kadaiku offer you some great giftideas (p.15), from plush toys to simplySabahan goodies.
I hope your stay in Sabah MalaysianBorneo will be truly memorable. If youneed further information, your answers are a click away at www.sabahtourism.com. And yes, it’sgreat to be back!
K o r e a n
Traditional Mock Wedding DisplayEvery Saturday for the month of November 2008Ethnic weddings in Sabah are filled with customs and traditions, each group with their own beliefs and practices.The traditional mock wedding display will give visitors a better insight on how this special day is celebrated in moreways than one in Sabah.Organiser: Monsopiad Cultural Village For further info: Monsopiad Cultural Village Tel: +60 88 761336 / 774337 Fax: +60 88 761680Email: [email protected]
Women Painters Art Exhibition 6 November – 7 December 2008The exhibition showcases the works of art of Sabah’s well-known female artists and their latest masterpieces. Organiser:Sabah Art Gallery For further info:Datuk Mohd. Yaman Hj. Ahmad Mus Tel: +60 88 268875 Fax: +60 88 210040Email: [email protected]
Malaysian Association of Hotels (MAH) – Asian TourismInstitute (ATI) 11th Sabah Hospitality Fiesta 20088 – 9 November 2008This fiesta was initiated by students of ATI, under the super-vision of lecturers, in 1997 aimed at creating an enthusiasticspirit of competition among the tourism and hospitality indus-try players (i.e. hotels, restaurants and tourism-related institutions/colleges) to showcase their talents in the respective fields and to expose the public to the high stan-dards maintained in the industry. As of year 2006, this annu-al event was co-organised by ATI College and MAH Sabah /Labuan Chapter – a recognized body by the stated government that works with private and government sectorsat integrating member hotels in view of re-energizing the hospitality and tourism industry of Malaysia. Organiser:Asian Tourism Institude (ATI)Venue:1 Borneo Ballroom (8.00 am – 5.00 pm)For further info: Marcus Solibun (Deputy CEO)Tel: +60 88 253732 / 242633 /25 Fax: +60 88 216916Email: [email protected]
Remembrance Day 9 November 2008A poignant event held yearly to remember the courageousmen who died during the war. This day is observed on the11th hour of the 11th day of November. Each year, red pop-pies are worn during this time, which denotes the poppies ofFlanders in France.Organisers:Destination Borneo Sdn Bhd / Labuan Corporation Venue: Labuan war cemetery For further info:Willie TeoTel: +60 87 414611 Fax: +60 87 413459Email: [email protected]
Pesta Kubis (Cabbage Festival)15 November 2008Home to the freshest vegetables in Sabah, come and join thepeople of Kundasang in their effort to promote their vegeta-bles-cabbage being the main produce to visitors. Fresh veg-etables and exciting activities complemented with cool andrefreshing weather, make your way to Kundasang this monthfor the Pesta Kubis.
Organiser:District Council of Ranau For further info: Siriman Basir (District Office)Suatin Mayor (Organising Secretary)Tel: +60 88 875253 / +6013 8771666 / +60198411435Fax: +60 88 876754Email: [email protected]
SEANET International Convention 200821 November 2008South East Asia Network (SEANET) is held annually and par-ticipated by Amateur Radio Clubs from the all over the globe.It is held in venues alternating between member countries.Organiser: Borneo Amateur Radio ClubFor further info:James GatidisPresident Borneo Amateur Radio Club SEANET 2008Host Nation ChairmanTel: +60 19 8511258 Fax: +60 88 218107Email: [email protected]
Bamboo Music Festival26 November 2008The bamboo has long played an important role in the dailylives of Sabah’s ethnic societies and this November, thelocals are celebrating the evergreen plant! Join in the merri-ment in Tamparuli this November – there will be performanc-es from the famed Kinabalu Bamboo Orchestra playingsongs on various musical instruments crafted from bamboo.This is also a great opportunity to purchase unique bamboohandicraft and witness one of a kind contests such as thebamboo raft-building competition and stilt-running race! Moredetails on page 3.Organiser: District Office of Tamparuli & Kinabalu BambooMusic Orchestra AssociationFor further info:Encik Edip Abun (Assistant District Officer) / Jane Thing(President)Tel: +60 88 782357 or 782154 Mobile no.: 013 866 5612 (Jane Thing)Fax: +60 88 782871Email: [email protected]
Nexus Resort Karambunai Sabah Open DartChampionship 200828-30 November 2008Nexus Resort Karambunai will be organizing its first SabahOpen Dart Championship this month, attracting top dartersfrom countries such as Malaysia, Brunei, Japan and thePhilippines. Categories include the Team event, Men’s singleand Ladies Single. Organiser: Nexus Resort KarambunaiFor further info:Public Relations & Communications DepartmentTel: +60 88 411222Email: [email protected]: www.nexusresort.com.
Sabah Bird Fair 200828-30 November 2008The Sabah Bird Fairtakes place at theRainforest DiscoveryCentre, Sepilok,Sandakan this month.The event is jointlyorganized by the SabahSociety, Sabah ForestryDepartment, SabahTourism Board, SabahWildlife Departmentand Nikon Malaysia in conjunction with the ‘Zoom Sepilok’campaign, spearheaded by Tourism Malaysia. Featuring avariety of activities including a bird photography session,exhibitions, talks, guided walks and many more. Organisers: Sabah Society, Sabah Forestry Department, Sabah TourismBoard, Sabah Wildlife Department and Nikon MalaysiaFor further info: Cede Prudente / DulceTel: +60 89 225529Email: [email protected]
Pesta Nelayan Menumbok29-30 November 2008This is a festivity for fishermen held at Mempakul, Menumbokbeach as they celebrate their industry with various gamesand competitions such as beach volleyball, fishing, cookingand many more.Organiser: Pejabat Daerah Kecil MenumbokFor further info: Ag. Damit @ Ag.Sahzain b.Pg.Abd.RazakTel: +60 87 831216, 105, 104 Fax: +60 87 831071Email: [email protected]: www.sabah.gov.my/dkmb
21st Federation of Asian Photographic Congress30th November – 3rd December 200816 countries with more than 40 photographic clubs memberswill be expected to participate in the congress. The eventhighlights include a variety of seminars, cultural tour, exhibi-tions and talks on photography.Organiser: Sabah Professional Photographers SocietyFor further info: Datuk Clement YehPresident FAPA / Organising ChairmanTel: +60 88 233719Mobile No: +60 138661461Fax: +60 88233719Email: [email protected]
Pesta Jagung (Maize Fest )31 October, 1 - 2 November 2008An annual festival of Kota Marudu District that celebrates themaize industry. Featuring a myriad of activities includingmaize-related exhibitions, competitions, traditional sports,Pesta Jagung beauty pageant and colourful cultural performances. Organisers:District Office of Kota Marudu / Sri PelanconganSabah.Sdn.BhdFor further info: Puan Luvita Koisun / Zachary S.MobijohnTel: +60 88 661321 / 232121 Fax: +60 88 661419 / 265540Email: [email protected]
K o r e a n 3H a p p e n i n g s & H i g h l i g h t s
Traditional MockWedding DisplayEvery Saturday throughout themonth of NovemberWith over 30 ethnic groups in Sabah, you can be assured that
no two traditional weddings are the same! Experience andlearn more about the unique wedding rituals of various ethnicgroups found only in Sabah this month at the Monsopiad CulturalVillage. Understand the significance of ‘bridewealth’ and berian(offerings) as still practised in most cultures. Visitors can revel inthe merriment of a Kadazandusun wedding and be fascinated bythe intricacies of a Murut marriage. So keep your Saturdays freeand make your way to Monsopiad Cultural Village.The mock weddings begin at 10:00 am; entrance fees apply. For more information, please contact Monsopiad CulturalVillage at tel. 088-761336 or e-mail [email protected]
Bamboo is highly significant in the lives of the local folk and this November,the locals are celebrating this evergreen plant! Join in the merriment in
Tamparuli this November – there will be performances by the famed KinabaluBamboo Orchestra playing songs on various musical instruments crafted frombamboo, including the sompoton (bamboo aerophone), bungkau (jaw harp) andtagunggak (hollow bamboo idiophone). Watch various bands and solo bamboomusicians battle it out to win prizes for the best act. Don’t miss other excitingevents such as the rampanau (bamboo stilt-walking) race, bamboo raft-buildingcompetition and performances by local artistes. This is a great chance to learnmore about – and purchase – local bamboo-based handicraft and musicalinstruments as well as a perfect time to visit the Tamparuli tamu (open-air mar-ket) which is held on Wednesdays from 6.00 am to 2.00 pm. It’s all happeningthis month at the Bamboo Music Festival in Tamparuli. See you there!
Programme
*Disclaimer: Contact the organizers for further details and confirmation of timeand venueGetting to TamparuliTamparuli is only 40 minutes by car from KK City. Take a bus from the bus station in front of Wawasan Plaza for RM5.00 per person (one way). Be sure totell the bus driver your drop-off point. The drop-off point is usually also the pick-up point for your return journey. Buses run from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, please contact Jane Thing, President of the BambooMusic Orchestra Association (Persatuan Okestra Muzik Bambu) at 013 8665612 or Wendy Guntarik at 013 878 3238.
11th Sabah Hospitality Fiesta 20088–9 November
The Sabah Hospitality Fiesta is back! Entering its 11th year, theevent is jointly organised by the Malaysian Association of
Hotels Sabah / Labuan Chapter (MAH), Asian TourismInternational College (ATIC) and Sabah Restaurant FellowshipAssociation (SRFA). This year, the Fiesta takes place at the 1Borneo Hypermall Kota Kinabalu, culminating with a ClosingCeremony and Prize Presentation Dinner at the 1Borneo GrandBallroom. With 54 medals in 18 classes for Hotel/Resort,Restaurant and College categories being contested, this 2-dayfiesta brings together some of Sabah’s hospitality industry heavy-weights to present the latest products and trends in the hospitality arena. Participants will be showing off various skillsincluding dim sum making and food and fruit carving. Don’t missout on exciting prizes to be won simply by answering tourism-related questions! For more information, please contact Alvin Ting of theSecretariat at tel. 088-242 513, fax 088-216 916 or [email protected].
Bamboo Music Festival26 November
Time Hall Events Venue(Dewan Tun
Hamdan Tamparuli)10.15 am Bamboo Orchestra
Performance
11.00 am Local Artistes Performances
2.00 pm Bamboo Musical Group Competition
3.00 pm Bamboo Musical Solo Competition
4.00 pm Monogunggak (a bamboo idiophone) Playing Competition
Time Field Events Venue(Tamparuli Town Field)
9.00 am Rampanau (bamboo-stilt) Football Kick Contest
11.00 am Rampanau (bamboo-stilt) Walking and Running Race
2.00 pm Longest Bamboo Stalk Contest &Widest Bamboo Girth Contest
2.30 pm Bamboo Raft-buildingCompetition
Harith Iskander NationwideLive Comedy Tour3 NovemberLet renowned comedian Harith Iskander leave you in stitches at the
Kota Kinabalu leg of his Nationwide Live Comedy Tour!Accompanying his act is fellow Malaysian comedian and actor DouglasLim. Catch them live on 3 November at Shangri-La’s Tanjung Resort andSpa at 8:00 pm. Get your tickets now!
Tickets are priced at RM93, RM123 and RM143. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Sabah Tourism Board at088-212121 or Sri Pelancongan Sabah at 088-232121. You can also purchase tickets at the Sabah Tourism Board office in Jalan Gayaand Sri Pelancongan Sabah in Sinsuran.
4 H a p p e n i n g s & H i g h l i g h t s J a p a n e s
8th Borneo Tens & 1stBorneo Women 7’s 20088–9 November The 8th edition of one of the most highly anticipated rugby events in
Malaysia takes place at the Sandakan Rugby Club, Sandakan thismonth. Jointly organized by IJM Plantations and Sandakan Rugby Club,and sanctioned by the Malaysia Rugby Union, top teams from around theworld will be on Sabah shores for this exciting sporting match. They willinclude Davetalevu from Fiji, South African Mustangs, Australian Legens,Kenya Harlequins, Australia’s Country Brown Kings and UK’s PenguinsInternational. This year will also see the first-ever women’s rugby tourna-ment held in Sabah, the Women’s Sevens. The talented players will alsotake time to visit local schools and share their skills and tips with buddingrugby players. Don’t miss the exciting Rugby Carnival taking place off thepitch during the 2-day tournament, featuring games and lucky draws forall to enjoy. Entrance is free, so be sure to bring your family and friendsto this spirited event!For more information, please contact The Secretariat at tel. no 089-667721 ext 315. E-mail [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected]
Cabbage Fest (Pesta Kubis)15 November Journey to the district of Ranau for the annual Cabbage Fest or Pesta
Kubis. This one-of-a-kind event celebrates the significance of thecabbage, one of the main products of the district that has long supported the livelihood of the local residents. During the festival, enjoya variety of activities including a cabbage cooking competition whichhighlights the array of cabbage recipes – a great opportunity to sampledelicious Sabahan fare! Enjoy the upbeat performance of the BambooOrchestra and various song and traditional dance routines. You canalso visit the various stalls and exhibition booths set up for the day. Andof course, this is the best time to purchase fresh cabbages and othervegetables, grown in the hills and valleys of Kundasang. See you there!For more information, please contact District Officer SirimanBasir at tel. no 088-875253/ 013 877 1666 or Organising SecretarySuatin Mayor 019 841 1435. Alternatively, send an e-mail [email protected]
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News
5H a p p e n i n g s & H i g h l i g h t s
Minister launches ‘Pitcher Plantsof Borneo’ …. State Tourism,Culture and Environment Minister,Datuk Masidi Manjun, recentlylaunched the 2nd edition of thePitcher Plants of Borneo by AntheaPhillipps, Anthony Lamb and Ch’ienLee. The book documents all the various species of Pitcher plantsfound in Borneo, complemented with beautiful photographs andillustrations.
AirAsia Introduces Direct Flights from Kota Kinabalu toSingapore… AirAsia continues to ensure now everyone can flywith its affordable direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Singapore.Starting on 4 November 2008, travellers can fly to and fromSingapore daily. Check www.airasia.com for updates and to makereservations.
Nexus Resort Karambunai SabahOpen Darts Championship 200828–30 November
Nexus Resort Karambunai will be organizing its first Sabah OpenDarts Championship this month, attracting top darters from
around the region. Participants from all over Malaysia, Brunei, Japanand the Philippines will be aiming for the bulls-eye to be crownedchampion, walking away with a total cash prize of RM26,000 for theTeam event, Men’s single and Ladies Single.
Registration forms can be downloaded at the website www.nexus-resort.com. For more information, please contact the Public Relations &Communications Department at 088-411222 or [email protected].
View some of Sabah’s talented women artists in this annual art exhi-bition. Artists featured in previous exhibitions included Christianne
Goonting and Edoen Kang. From breathtaking scenery to the manyfaces of Sabah, see their masterpieces on display for a whole month at
the Sabah Art Gallery, located adjacent to the Sabah State Museum. The gallery is open daily from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. For more information, please contact the Sabah Art Gallery at tel.no 088-268875 or e-mail [email protected]
21st Federation of Asian PhotographicArt (FAPA) Congress, 31 Nov–3 Dec
Sabah is proud to play host to the 21st FAPA Congress this year. The 4-day event will see the participation of more than 130 delegates from
around Asia, sharing their passion, knowledge and expertise in the field ofphotography. There will be a forum, photo exhibition as well as a display ofthe latest photography equipment in the market. Delegates will be able toparticipate in several outings and put their photography skills to use as theyshoot some of the most scenic sites around Kota Kinabalu.
The Congress will take place at Kota Kinabalu’s 1 Borneo Ballroom,located on the 3rd floor. For more information, please contact Victor Wah at tel. no 013 8661461 or e-mail [email protected].
Sabah Bird Fair 2008, 28–30 November
Get to know your feathered friends up close and personal during theSabah Bird Fair 2008, which takes place at the Rainforest Discovery
Centre, Sepilok, Sandakan this month. The event is jointly organized by theSabah Society, Sabah Forestry Department, Sabah Tourism Board, SabahWildlife Department and Nikon Malaysia in conjunction with the ‘ZoomSepilok’ campaign, spearheaded by Tourism Malaysia. This will coincidewith the launching of the book ‘Photographic Field Guide to Birds ofSepilok’. Come and enjoy the various activities including bird photography,exhibitions, talks, guided walks and many more! The Sabah Bird Fair thisyear also paves way for the 1st Borneo Bird Festival 2009 and MalaysianRainforest Flora and Fauna Festival 2010, both of which will take place inSabah. Don’t miss this exciting event!For more information please contact Cede Prudente or Dulce at tel. no089-225529 or e-mail [email protected]
Correction:We wish to inform readers that an error occurred in the back page article‘Wild and wilder - The Danum Valley’, featured in October 2008, Volume92. The contact address for accommodation arrangement should [email protected] and not [email protected] note that Borneo Nature Tours Sdn. Bhd. is the sole tour operatorfor Danum Valley. They can be contacted at 088-267 637. Visit the websiteat www.borneonaturetours.com.
6 November – 7 December
Women Painters ArtExhibition,
6 C h i n e s
Shikai, located in Asia City Complex, Kota Kinabalu, offers diners thebest of Chinese cuisine at affordable prices in a unique ambience.Stepping into the restaurant, you are greeted by sturdy teak tables
and wooden panels reminiscent of ancient China. Chinese charactersadorn the walls; the most outstanding one is the symbol of ‘bravery’ in themain dining area. Upstairs, there are five private dining rooms ideal forfunctions and parties which can accommodate up to sixty people. Ofcourse no Chinese restaurant would be complete without dim sum on themenu. This popular breakfast favourite includes dumplings, mini bunsand rice cakes, most of which are steamed and served in bamboo con-tainers. Highly recommended is Shikai’s Spicy Dumpling – a combinationof prawns and chicken – which is served with a delicious vinegar andchilli oil sauce. For the main course, you are spoilt for choice! Start offwith the soup of the day and proceed to indulge in any one of their maindishes, including the Pi Pa Duck (served in a tasty dark sweet and soursauce) or the Herbal Tong Gui Duck. The Home-Made Salad Beancurd is
also a popular favourite, ideal for those looking for something quick andfilling for lunch. Another noteworthy dish is the Deep-fried Kuey Teow(rice noodles) which comes with mixed vegetables in a thick sauce.Going vegetarian? You’ll enjoy the Buttermilk Baby Kailan. Shikai, whichmeans ‘Four Seas’, also has a wonderful array of desserts – a must-tryis the Pomelo Mango Cream Sago. There are also quick and easy à lacarte dishes ideal for lunch, such as the Four Sea Seafood Noodles andBrunei Shikai Spicy Noodles – house specialties you won’t find anywhereelse!
Shikai is located at Asia City Complex (ground floor, facing the ChungHwa Primary School). Shikai is open for dim sum breakfast and lunchfrom 8:30 am to 2:30 pm and dinner from 6:00–10:00 pm from Mondayto Friday. On weekends and public holidays, dim sum hours run from 8:30am to 5:00 pm and dinner is served from 6:00–10:00 pm.For more information or to make reservations, please call 088-484242 or fax 088-484240.
Korean steamboat fans will be delighted to have a brand new restaurant tosample. Enter Dong Yang Steamboat Restaurant, situated at the Likas GolfDriving Range, just 10 minutes away from the heart of town. This
restaurant offers a scrumptious array of fresh seafood such as crabs, prawns,octopus and fish. You can also enjoy chicken fillets, beancurd, eggs, rice or friedrice, vermicelli noodles and a variety of vegetables with your seafood meal. Thetable-top steamboat pot comes with a with a choice of two tasty broths – one isa delicious blend of chicken, fish balls, prawns and anchovies; while the other isa sour-and-spicy stock of octopus, chili and lemon. Have your fill because it is anall-you-can-eat steamboat, and the attentive staff will be happy to refill your brothand your platter of fresh seafood!
Dong Yang is located at the Likas Golf Driving Range, Jalan Komplex Sukan,Kota Kinabalu. It is open daily from 11.00 am–3.00 pm and 6.00 pm–10.00 pm.The restaurant is also provides transportation service for clients within the KotaKinabalu area. For reservations and enquiries, call 088-247004 or 017-8211004.
Dong Yang Steamboat Restaurant
Shikai Restaurant
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Swing by one of the latest watering holes in Kota Kinabalu,Jade. Aptly named, the bar welcomes patrons with itssoothing shades of green and a laid-back atmosphere.
Jade opened its doors in August and already has a steady streamof regulars. Located in Api-Api Centre (above Restoran Banu II),Jade is open daily from 4:00 pm to 1:00 am (closing time is 2:00am on weekends). You can opt to lounge in front of the big-screenTV to watch your favourite football match or gather round the barto chat with the friendly bartenders. From chilled beers to yourfavourite cocktail, take your pick to quench your thirst after a longday at work or trekking in the jungle. Jade also serves a commendable lamb shank and the finger food (French fries,chicken wings and such) goes well with a nice mug of beer! Poolsharks will also be glad to know that pool games are free of chargeall night long. It is also noteworthy that Jade is one of the fewestablishments in Kota Kinabalu that has the 9-foot internationalstandard pool table, which is used during tournaments. Need aplace for a private party? Be it a bachelor or hen night, a birthdaygathering or simply a reunion between friends, let Jade be yourvenue of choice, with room for up to 100 people. Cosy, cool andcomfortable, we invite you to kick back at Jade!Jade is located at 3-1-1, Block 3, 1st Floor, Api-Api Centre,Jalan Centre Point, 88000, Kota Kinabalu. Call 088-248881 formore information or e-mail [email protected].
Jade
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Sabah Tea Garden
8 P l a c e s o f I n t e r e s t B a h a s a
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With its sprawling tea plantation surrounded by pristine rainforestsin the cool mountain air, the Sabah Tea Garden beckons you toindulge in its beautiful surroundings, away from the hustle and
bustle of the city life. A mere 2-hour drive from the city of Kota Kinabalu,the Sabah Tea Garden boasts a beautiful backdrop, Mount Kinabalu.Sabah Tea is the only organic tea farm in Borneo and one of the few inthe world. A trip to the tea garden is both educational and fun, one wherevisitors can enjoy a variety of recreational activities such as obstacle-crossing in the Sapaon Recreational Area, trekking along the trails to thepeak of Kamunsu Hill or embarking on a night walk to check out theunique insect life. The Sabah Tea Garden is also perfect for businessevents and social gatherings, thanks to its excellent facilities and top-notch service. Visitors can opt to camp under the stars or enjoy the threeC’s of the Sabah Tea Longhouse 1— cleanliness, comfort and a touch ofculture! The Longhouse currently exhibits handicrafts from the Bajau,Iranun, Kadazandusun and Rungus ethnic groups. Also in the pipeline isSabah Tea Longhouse 2 which will house handicrafts of the Murut,Lotud, Lundayeh and Melayu-Brunei people.
The Sabah Tea House is a great place to enjoy a cup of – what else?– Sabah Tea as you indulge in the breathtaking view of hills and valleys.You can also savour freshly made tea pancakes while checking your e-mail via Wi-Fi services. Other facilities include a conference room, a souvenir shop (which now accepts credit card transactions for purchas-es over RM75.00), a soccer field and tennis court. A stone’s throw awayfrom the garden are various places of interests, including the historicalKundasang War Memorial, Kinabalu Park and the rejuvenating PoringHot Springs. Ask the friendly staff for directions and they will be morethan glad to help you out. Be it for business or pleasure, the Sabah TeaGarden awaits you with unforgettable experiences and adventures. Afriendly reminder: No trip to the Sabah Tea Garden would be completewithout a taste of Sabah’s finest tea!
For more information call 088-440 882/3, fax 088-423 448 or [email protected]. Visit www.sabahtea.net.
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You’ve trailblazed Sabah by road and sailed the seas to view theocean wonders, but have you taken to the skies to take in thesights? With SabahAir Aviation, it’s time to see Sabah from way
up high!
SabahAir Aviation is a well-established heli operator with over 30 years'experience. It has a fleet of five helicopters in Kota Kinabalu and one inSandakan. With their affordable rates, the company aims to change theperception that heli charters are for the rich and famous. Think again!Here are some of flights of fancy you might enjoy:
MOUNT KINABALU AERIAL FANTASYImagine a close-up view of majestic Mount Kinabalu, the highest peak
in Southeast Asia. This flight takes you on an unforgettable journey overthe mighty Mt. Kinabalu where you will enjoy stunning views of the seem-ingly endless Crocker Range.
MALIAU BASIN (SABAH’S LOSTWORLD)
Maliau Basin, also known as the ‘Lost World of Sabah’, is located in thesouth-central part of the state. It is an area of approximately 58,840
hectares, surrounded on all sides by steep cliffs, which is rich is flora andfauna. Many people flock to this natural wonder to view the 7-tier water-fall.
KOTA KINABALU AERIAL DELIGHTAvoid the hassle of traffic jams and save precious time as you fly above
the city of Kota Kinabalu! Get a bird’s eye view of Tunku Abdul RahmanPark, the iconic Menara Tun Mustapha (Tun Mustapha Tower, alsoknown as the Sabah Foundation building). See if you can spot your hotelor the famous Tanjung Aru Beach! A 20-minute joyride will cost aroundRM260 per person.
SabahAir Aviation also caters to special requests, transfers and tours.Just ask and you shall receive! In short, you can charter a flight from anypoint as long as there is a landing area the size of a tennis court. TheBell Jet Ranger 206 can seat up to four people, while the Long Rangercan seat six. To save time, dive enthusiasts and island hoppers canrequest to fly to any of the many islands along the east coast. Golferscan also enjoy this service so they can spend more time on theirfavourite golf course rather than in a car. How about flying to Kudat tosee the Tip of Borneo? The journey to Kudat by road from KK city cantake 3 hours whereas it takes only 40 minutes by helicopter. Larger air-craft such as the Nomad (which can seat up to 10 people) are used for
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flights to Layang-Layang (an 80-minute flight from Kota Kinabalu).
Some interesting requests include a marriage proposal in which thegentleman had ‘carved’ his proposal on a sandy beach and asked the helicarrying his girlfriend to fly over the designated area. She accepted hissandy proposal with a resounding 'yes'. For SabahAir Aviation, norequest is too grand!
But it’s not all play for Sabahair Aviation. Their busy schedule includesvarious government projects, such as assisting in the building of schoolsin the interior regions of Sabah. They transport building materials usingtheir helicopters; this has a low impact on the environment as trees arenot chopped down to build roads to ferry material to the desired location.
The company is currently upgrading its services to include an interac-tive website where you can book all tours online and have them con-firmed immediately without any hassle.
For more information on the tours and charters offered please con-tact Tova Waage at 088-484 733/484326 or fax 088-484557. You canalso write them at SabahAir Aviation Sdn Bhd, Locked Bag 113,88999, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
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Coast of Sabah, reaching as farnorth as Papar and as far south as Limbang in Sarawak. The traditions and practices of theBrunei Malays are largely dependent on their Malay andMuslim values but the royal influences of the Brunei Sultanatealso affect parts of their customs.
The Umang Ting Ting is one ofthe traditional dances of theBrunei-Malay community, oftenperformed during festivities. It isperformed to the playing of severaltraditional instruments, namely thegambus, a wooden lute and anexchange of witty mockery andteasing between the singers. Thedance is signified with the gentleswaying hand movements of theladies while the men appear to‘court’ the ladies with their hopsand skips. An upbeat yet gracefuldance, the Umang Ting Ting isoften performed during weddingsor to greet dignitaries
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Bambu amat penting dalam kehidupan penduduk tempatan dan November ini, masyarakattempatan akan meraikan tumbuhan malar hijau ini! Sertailah kemeriahannya di Tamparuli
pada bulan November di mana anda boleh menikmati persembahan dari Orkesta BambuKinabalu yang terkenal, memainkan lagu-lagu dari pelbagai peralatan muzikal diperbuat daribambu, termasuklah sompoton, bungkau dan tagunggak. Saksikan pelbagai kumpulan dan ahlimuzik solo bambu berentap untuk memenangi hadiah persembahan terbaik. Jangan lepaskanacara menarik lain seperti perlumbaan rampanau (berjalan dengan kaki bambu), pertandinganmembina rakit bambu dan persembahan daripada artis-artis tempatan. Ini adalah peluang terbaik untuk mempelajari lebih banyak dan membeli kraftangan serta alat muzik yangberasaskan bambu. Anda juga boleh mengambil kesempatan untuk singgah di tamu Tamparuli(pasar terbuka) yang diadakan setiap Rabu dari 6.00 pagi sehingga 2.00 petang. Segalanyaberlangsung bulan ini di Festival Muzik Bambu di Tamparuli. Jumpa anda di sana!ProgramMasa Tempat Masa Tempat Venue (Dewan Tun Hamdan Tamparuli) Venue (Padang Pekan Tamparuli)
10:15am Persembahan Orkestra Bambu 9:00am Rampanau: Peraduan Menendang Bola
12:30pm Persembahan Artis Tempatan 10:00am Rampanau: Perlumbaan Berjalan dan Berlari
2:00pm Pertandingan Muzikal Solo 10:15pm Pertandingan Membina Rakit BambuBambu Pertandingan Batang Bambu
Terpanjang & Ukuran Bambu Terlebar3:00pm Pertandingan Muzikal 12:00pm Perlumbaan Berlari Rampanau
Berkumpulan
4:00pm Pertandingan Bermain Monogunggak
*Nota: Hubungi penganjur untuk maklumat lanjut dan pengesahan masa dan tempatPergi ke TamparuliTamparuli hanya mengambil masa 40 minit dari Bandar KK. Naiki bas dari stesen bas di hadapan Wawasan Plaza untuk RM5.00 seorang sehala. Pastikan anda memberitahu pemandubas mengenai tempat perhentian anda. Tempat perhentian biasanya turut menjadi tempat untukanda menaiki bas bagi perjalanan pulang. Bas boleh didapati dari 7:30 pagi sehingga 5:00petang.Untuk maklumat lanjut, sila hubungi Jane Thing, Presiden Persatuan Orkestra MuzikBambu di talian 013-8760358 atau Wendy Guntarik di 013 8783238.
Festival Muzik Bambu, 26 November
PameranPerkahwinan
Olok-olok TradisionalSetiap Sabtu
sepanjang bulan November
Dengan lebih 30 kumpulan etnik di Sabah, andadijamin tidak ada dua perkahwinan tradisional
yang serupa! Anda boleh pelajari lebih banyakmengenai adat perkahwinan unik pelbagai kumpulan etnik yang ditemui hanya di Sabahbulan ini di Kampung Kebudayaan Monsopiad.Fahami kepentingan hantaran dan berian sebagaiamalan dalam kebanyakan budaya yang berlanjutan sehingga hari ini. Pengunjung bolehmenikmati kemeriahan perkahwinanKadazandusun dan kagum dengan kerumitanperkahwinan Murut. Jadi pastikan Sabtu adalapang dan datanglah beramai-ramai ke KampungKebudayaan Monsopiad. Perkahwinan olok-olokini bermula 10:00 pagi dan kemasukan adalah percuma. ntuk maklumat lanjut, sila hubungi KampungKebudayaan Monsopiad di talian 088-761336atau e-mel [email protected]
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Sebelum ia terkenal sebagai lokasi musim pertama ‘Survivor’,sebuah rancangan realiti TV Amerika yang terkenal, Pulau Tiga
sememangnya tempat menarik yang jarang diikunjungi oleh pelancong.
Pulau Tiga adalah yang terbesar di antara tiga pulau yang membentuk Taman Pulau Tiga, yang diwartakan sebagai tamanmarin pada 1933. Kaya dengan hidupan lautnya, taman ini sesuaiuntuk aktiviti selaman dan snorkeling.
Bentuk rendah dan bujur Pulau Tiga adalah disebabkan letusankawah berapi lumpur dalam jangka waktu yang panjang. Beberapakawah lahar lumpur masih boleh dilihat di puncak pulau tersebut. IbuPejabat Taman tersebut terletak di Pulau Tiga, ada kompleks peja-bat, rumah kongsi pekerja dan sebuah rumah rehat untuk saintisyang datang berkunjung. Pengunjung boleh bermalam di Pulau TigaResort (yang menawarkan pelbagai pakej termasuklah pengangkutan menggunakan bot, hidangan makanan penuh dankunjungan yang diiringi ke kawah lahar lumpur). Sementara beradadi sana, jelajahilah pulau itu menerusi rangkaian laluan yang ditandapada jarak 50 meter. Tempat penginapan boleh ditempah lebih awaluntuk mengelak kekecewaan.
Pelbagai flora dan fauna di kepulangan itu sememangnyamemukau. Selain Branded Sea Krait yang terkenal (sejenis ular laut),Pulau Tiga juga merupakan kediaman pelbagai spesis burung, termasuk Enggang Pied, Megapodes, Nightjard, Magpi Robbins danSunbirds. Anda juga mungkin terserempak dengan macque yangberekor panjang, musang terbang dan biawak. Hutannya dikuasaioleh ranggu dan keruing, selain bermacam jenis pokok buah-buahantermasuklah manggis, rambutan, ara, jambu dan langsat. Keindahanpagi boleh dilihat disebalik bakau dan pokok aru di sini.
Bagaimana untuk ke sana: Pulau Tiga terletak tepat 50km di selatan Kota Kinabalu. Anda boleh sampai di sana terus dari KotaKinabalu menaiki bot. Selain, itu memandu 140km ke Kuala Penyudan mengambil masa 45 minit menaiki bot dari hujung SemenanjungKlias ke Pulau Tiga.Terdapat 2 tempat penginapan di Pulau Tiga. Maklumat hubunganseperti berikut:Borneo Survivor Resort, no. telefon 088-230806 / 268985e-mel: [email protected] / [email protected], [email protected] atau layari laman web www.borneosurvivor.com.my Pulau Tiga Resort, no. telefon:088-240584 / 218710,emel:[email protected] atau layari laman web:http://www.pulautiga.com.myRujukan: www.sabahparks.org.my
Peminat stimbot Korea pasti gembira dengan adanya sebuah restoranbaru untuk dicuba. Restoran Steamboat Dong Yang, terletak di Likas
Golf Driving Range, hanya 10 minit dari pusat bandar. Restoran inimenawarkan pelbagai makanan laut segar seperti ketam, udang, sotongdan ikan. Anda juga boleh meminta filet ayam, dadih, telur, nasi atau nasigoreng, makaroni dan bermacam jenis sayuran untuk dimakan bersamamakanan laut anda. Hidangan stimbot didatangkan dengan pot atas mejadengan pilihan dua adunan lazak untuk dimasak bersama – satu adunanlazat ayam, bebola ikan, udang dan ikan bilis, manakala satu lagi perisanmasam manis sotong, lada dan lemon. Pastikan anda kenyang kerana iaadalah stimbot di mana anda boleh makan apa saja, dan kakitangan yangperamah akan mengisi periuk dan pinggan anda dengan makanan lautsegar!Dong Yang terletak di Likas Golfing Driving Range, Jalan KompleksSukan, Kota Kinabalu. Ia dibuka setiap hari dari 11.00 pagi sehingga3.00 petang dan 6.00 petang sehingga 10.00 malam. Restoran ini jugamenyediakan khidmat pengangkutan untuk pelanggan dalamkawasan Kota Kinabalu. Untuk tempahan dan pertanyaan, hubungi 088-247004 atau 017-8211004.
Borneo Tens ke-8 & Borneo Women 7’sPertama 2008, 8-9 November
Edisi ke-8 salah satu kejohanan ragbi paling dinanti-nantikan di Malaysiaberlangsung di Kelab Ragbi Sandakan bulan ini. Dianjurkan bersama oleh
IJM Plantations dan Kelab Ragbi Sandakan dan diiktiraf oleh Persatuan RagbiMalaysia, pasukan-pasukan utama dari seluruh dunia akan berada di Sabahuntuk beraksi dalam perlawanan sukan yang menarik ini. Antaranya termasuklah Davetalevu dari Fiji, Mustangs dari Afrika Selatan, Legends dariAustralia, Harlequins dari Kenya, Country Brown Kings dari Australia danPenguins International dari UK. Tahun ini akan menyaksikan pertandinganragbi wanita pertama diadakan di Sabah, iaitu Women Sevens. Pemain-pemain berbakat juga akan meluangkan masa untuk mengunjungisekolah-sekolah tempatan dan berkongsi kemahiran dan tip permainan kepada peminat-peminat muda. Jangan lepaskan Karnival Ragbi menarik iniyang akan berlangsung di padang pada pertandingan dua hari ini, mengetengahkan perlawanan dan cabutan bertuah untuk dinikmati semua.Kemasukan adalah percuma jadi pastikan bawa keluarga dan rakan-rakananda bersama menyaksikan acara bersemangat ini! Untuk maklumat lanjut,sila hubungi Sekretariat di talian 089-667721 sambungan 315. E-mel [email protected] atau [email protected]
Tempat-tempat Menarik
Pulau Tiga
ounded by pristine rainforestsh Tea Garden beckons you togs, away from the hustle andom the city of Kota Kinabalu,
backdrop, Mount Kinabalu.Borneo and one of the few inucational and fun, one whereactivities such as obstacle-
rekking along the trails to thenight walk to check out theis also perfect for business
s excellent facilities and top-er the stars or enjoy the threeiness, comfort and a touch ofhandicrafts from the Bajau,
groups. Also in the pipeline ise handicrafts of the Murut,
e.enjoy a cup of – what else?
king view of hills and valleys.cakes while checking your e-clude a conference room, a ard transactions for purchas-s court. A stone’s throw awayrests, including the historicaland the rejuvenating Poring
ctions and they will be mores or pleasure, the Sabah Teaeriences and adventures. A
a Garden would be complete
, fax 088-423 448 or e-mailnet.
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king for something quick ands the Deep-fried Kuey Teow
vegetables in a thick sauce.lk Baby Kailan. Shikai, which
array of desserts – a must-tryare also quick and easy à laur Sea Seafood Noodles and
alties you won’t find anywhere
round floor, facing the Chungdim sum breakfast and lunch6:00–10:00 pm from Monday dim sum hours run from 8:3000–10:00 pm.
ervations, please call 088-
ve a brand new restaurant toant, situated at the Likas Golfm the heart of town. This ood such as crabs, prawns,beancurd, eggs, rice or friedwith your seafood meal. The
e of two tasty broths – one isanchovies; while the other is
Have your fill because it is anl be happy to refill your broth
ange, Jalan Komplex Sukan,pm and 6.00 pm–10.00 pm.
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Minister launches ‘Pitchof Borneo’ …. State Culture and EnvironmentDatuk Masidi Manjun, launched the 2nd editioPitcher Plants of Borneo bPhillipps, Anthony Lamb aLee. The book documents found in Borneo, complemillustrations.
AirAsia Introduces DireSingapore… AirAsia contwith its affordable direct flStarting on 4 November Singapore daily. Check wwreservations.
Nexus ResortOpen Darts C28–30 Novemb
Nexus Resort KarambunDarts Championship t
around the region. Participaand the Philippines will bechampion, walking away wTeam event, Men’s single a
Registration forms can bresort.com. For more information, pCommunications [email protected].
View some of Sabah’s tabition. Artists featured
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anticipated rugby events inRugby Club, Sandakan thisand Sandakan Rugby Club,, top teams from around the
ng sporting match. They willustangs, Australian Legens,n Kings and UK’s Penguinsever women’s rugby tourna-he talented players will alsor skills and tips with buddingCarnival taking place off thegames and lucky draws forring your family and friends
Secretariat at tel. no 089-m, [email protected] or bor-
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Bamboo is highly significthe locals are celebrat
Tamparuli this November –Bamboo Orchestra playing bamboo, including the somptagunggak (hollow bamboo musicians battle it out to wevents such as the rampanacompetition and performancmore about – and purchainstruments as well as a peket) which is held on Wednthis month at the Bamboo M
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SipitangSindumin - Saturday
Lahad DatuPLahad Datu Township - Sunday
* most tamus operate as early as 6am and close by 2pm. KOTA KINABALUSabah State MuseumMon – Sun: 9.00am – 5.00pmJln. Bukit Istana Lama, Kota KinabaluTel: 088-253199/263551
Sabah Islamic Civilisation MuseumMon – Sun: 9.00am – 5.00pmJalan Menteri, off Jalan Tunku AbdulRahman, Kota KinabaluTel: 088-538227/538228
Sabah Ethnobotanical Heritage MuseumMon – Sun: 9.00am – 5.00pmBukit Istana Lama, Kota KinabaluTel: 088-253199/263551
Second World War Memorial PetagasOpen dailyTel:088-253199
Kinarut Mansion Ruins MuseumMon – Sun: 9.00am – 5.00pmTel: 088-253199/263551
Tun Mustapha GalleryMon - Sat: 8.00am to 5.00pmAras Podium, Yayasan SabahTel: 088-321153 / 326683
SANDAKANAgnes Keith House, SandakanMon - Sun: 9.00am - 5.00pmTel: 089-222679
Sandakan Memorial ParkMon - Sun: 9am-5pmSibuga Forest ReserveMile 7, Jalan Labuk, SandakanTel: 016 8221616 (Doris)
Sandakan Heritage MuseumMon - Sun: 9am-5pmWisma Warisan, SandakanTel: 089-222679
Batu Tulug Archaeological Site Museum, KinabatanganMon – Sun: 9.00am – 5.00pmTel: 088-253199
TAWAUTeck Guan Cocoa Museum Mon-Fri: 8am -11:30am
1:30pm-4:30pmSat: 8am-12pm Sun: ClosedMile 2, Tanjung Batu Laut, Teck Guan Factory, TawauTel:089-775566 ext 2601
Bukit Tengkorak ArchaelogicalSite Museum, SempornaMon – Sun: 9.00am – 5.00pmTel: 088-253199
OTHER DISTRICTSMurut Museum (Sabah Murut Cultural Centre , Tenom)Mon – Sun: 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Lembaga Kebudayaan Negeri Sabah (Tenom Branch) W.D.T 72, 89909Tenom.Tel: 087-734506
Mat Salleh Memorial, TambunanOpen DailyKg. Tibabar, TambunanTel :088-253199/ 263551
Kundasang War Memorial, Open daily including Public HolidaysTel: 019 899 2041 (Mr. SeveeCharuruks)
Quailey HillOpen daily including Public Holidays8.00am to 5.00pmSabah Tea Garden, KM 17 JalanRanau-Sandakan, Kg Nalapak, Ranau.
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Set amongst the rolling hills and swooping valleys of Ulu Kimanis, DZHotel and Nature Resort appears like a mirage in the desert. Theclassy and luxurious resort opened its doors X months ago, offering
visitors a host of amenities and a variety of rooms to their preference.D’Valley Wing consists of deluxe queen and superior twin rooms while D’HillView Chalets are made up of deluxe twin rooms, located on a slightly elevated ground. For the truly exclusive, book D’ Glass House, a 3-bedroombungalow ideal for families and larger groups. All rooms are fully air-conditioned and tastefully furnished, with hints of old English décor mixedwith contemporary style. The rooms also come with a 25” TV equipped withselected ASTRO channels. But why spend the day cooped up in your bedroom when you can explore other facets of this resort? For the fit andfearless, enjoy the 3-hour jungle trek or visit the nearby mini-zoo. At sundown, enjoy a cocktail or two D’Rosie Café & Restaurant or just relax atthe airy lobby lounge. Tour and diving packages can also be arranged uponrequest. DZ Hotel and Nature Resort is also ideal for meetings, conferencesand annual company gatherings. The resort is equipped with a business centre and conference rooms (which can be converted into a mini ballroomfor indoor luncheons or dinner functions). The sprawling establishment alsohas camping grounds that can accommodate up to 100 people at a time. Ariver runs through the resort, however guests are advised to take caution asthe resort will not be liable for any untoward incidents. A short hike from themini-zoo will also lead you a waterfall, ideal for small picnics with family andfriends. DZ Hotel and Nature Resort is set to be a gem of an establishment,having completed the first phase of the 3-phase project. Looking for luxuryamidst lush greenery? DZ Hotel and Nature Resort promises you the best ofboth worlds. The journey to the resort takes approximately 60 minutes from the city cen-tre. Follow the main international airport highway that leads to Papar andBeaufort. A resort signage will show you which junction to take along the UluKimanis road. Alternatively, you can make transfer arrangements with theResort. For more information, call 088-538524 or fax 088-538 534.
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It was not the first time Clement Lee made theheadlines, only this time, it made the whole ofAsia sit up and pay attention. In October,
Clement became the first Asian to be awardedthe DEMA (Diving Equipment and MarketingAssociation) Reaching Out Award – a prestigious recognition given to outstandingindividuals for their contribution to the globaldiving industry. Sabah’s own Clement joins theranks of notable figures including John Cronin,the founder of PADI, Stan Waterman, the co-director of underwater photography and secondunit in the production of the motion picture ‘TheDeep’ and winner of 5 Emmy awards andClement’s personal inspiration, Jacques-YvesCosteau who was the first ever recipient of thisaward. The ceremony this year took place inLas Vegas, Nevada, USA.
Sabahans and Malaysians alike are trulyproud of his achievement but what does it meanto the man himself? “To me, it is most significantthat they give recognition to someone fromAsia. I am proud, honoured and humbled to berecognized internationally.”
Clement is undoubtedly one of the mostinfluential forces in the diving’s growth not onlyin Sabah (he established Borneo Divers and isknown for putting Sipadan Island on the map)but also throughout South-East Asia. His lovefor scuba diving blossomed during his teenageyears and in 1983 he became a certified diver.Needless to say, it was a move that changedthe face of scuba diving in Sabah forever.
Having established Borneo Divers and hiswork on promoting Sipadan island as one of theworld’s top diving sites are commendableachievements, but what sets him apart is his
unwavering passion for the environment. “Ihave two basic principles: Conserving the environment and ensuring the dive industry isalways handled by professionally trained andqualified people.” And his contributions haveindeed reflected this through dozens of his environmental efforts and programs such asMabul Marine Day and Project AWARE, whichincorporate clean-up activities of both thebeach and the reef. The environment is andalways will be the key element, says Clement.“Without our environment, there will be no diving industry. The environment is our silentpartner and although ‘they’ don’t speak, ‘they’fight back. And when ‘they’ fight back, there isalways a huge price to pay,” he says. It is uponthese principles that Borneo Divers voluntarily
vacated Sipadan Island years ago. “We leftwithout compensation, which is fine with me butwe did it in the name of preserving theenvironment. And 4 years after vacating, I am
glad to say that you can see more marine lifecoming back – more turtles, sharks, jackfish,barracudas and much more. And interestingly,there is a good regeneration of the coral reef. Allthis is good news for our environment,” he says,adding that many other marine life experts andphotojournalists share his sentiment.
As proud as he is of the thriving dive industry in Sabah, there are challenges thatneed to be addressed. Among them, Clementbelieves, is the unfair tagging of Sabah in travel advisories. “I recently had a group ofAmericans diving in Mabul with me as part of afamiliarization trip. And they asked me one day,‘Why is Sabah mentioned in travel advisories?’Upon which I shot back the question ‘Do youfeel safe here during your trip?’ And theyreplied, ‘Oh definitely! And your people are sowarm and friendly.’ So I said, ‘There you go, youjust answered your own question,’” he recounts.Clement admits that global events such as 9/11and the Bali Bombings will undoubtedly have aneffect on our travel industry but instead of givingin to these adversities, this is when the industryneeds to step up even more to market and promote the destination. “And this is where Ican say I am very proud of the Sabah TourismBoard for cushioning the shortcomings andpush back of the industry during trying times. Itis this kind of concerted efforts that help theindustry as a whole,” he comments. He alsostresses on the importance of continuously producing professionally qualified and trainedpeople in the diving industry. “We are workingon a program for Form Five leavers to join training courses, hoping to instill an interest indiving and in turn, create more dive professionals, especially among our local people,” he adds.
Clement ends with words of praise forSabah as a prime diving destination. “I havebeen to so many dive spots in the world, including Thailand, Maldives, the CaymanIslands but I have to say none of them can compare to what we have here. Indeed, peoplesay you can see the same things in otherplaces: turtles, barracudas etc. But I tell you, nowhere else in the world can you find all thesemarine life in one island (Sipadan), all withinmetres of each other. That is the beauty ofSipadan,” he tells. But Sabah’s unrivalled treasure? “Our people. No where else can youfind the warmth, charm and hospitality of theSabahan people. This is one asset that no onecan ever take away from us.”
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Pencinta muzik di Sabah bakal merasai kemeriahan suasana Krismasbulan ini apabila Orkesta Remaja Filharmonik Malaysia (MPYO) tiba
di perairan kita. Orkestra yang terdiri daripada 110 anggota ini akan dip-impin oleh konduktor utamanya iaitu Kevin Field, apabila mereka men-gadakan persembahan di Auditorium Tun Raffae, Menara Tun Mustapha,Yayasan Sabah di Kota Kinabalu.
Persembahan mereka di Kota Kinabalu merupakan sebahagian daripa-da jelajah mereka di Malaysia Timur, dengan Kuching, Sarawak sebagaitempat pertama mereka sebelum membuat persembahan di Sabah.Orkesta termuda Malaysia ini, terdiri daripada pemuzik muda dari seluruhMalaysia yang berusia antara 13 hingga 33 tahun. Ditubuhkan pada 13Januari 2006, MPYO dibentuk untuk menyediakan pentas buat pemuzik-pemuzik muda mempamerkan bakat dan menggalakkan minat merekadalam menghargai semua genre muzik simfoni.
Di bawah bimbingan Kevin Field, setiap bahagian daripada MPYOmenerima latihan profesional daripada pemuzik-pemuzik OrkestraFilharmonic Malaysia (MPO) dan setiap anggota MPYO turut berpeluanguntuk menyertai perhimpunan dan bengkel ensemble muzik chambersemasa khemah muzik yang diadakan setiap suku tahun. Bulan ini,biarkan mereka memukau anda apabila mereka mempersembahkan pel-bagai lagu klasik kegemaran klasik termasuklah Overture: RomanCarnival (Op.9) oleh Berlioz, Cello Concerto in B Minor (Op.104) olehDvorak and Symphony No.2 in C Minor (Op. 17) – ‘Little Russian’ olehTchaikovsky. Bekerjasama dengan mereka ialah pemain celo MPO TanPoh Joo.
Julat harga tiket antara RM30.00 hingga RM100.00. Konsert bermula8:00 malam. Turut diadakan ialah persembahan sebelah siang untukpelajar pada pukul 2:00 petang, 15 Disember dan tiket berhargaRM15.00. Tiket-tiket boleh dibeli di kaunter maklumat LembagaPelancongan Sabah atau Sri Pelancongan Sabah Sdn. Bhd. Untuk mak-lumat lanjut, hubungi Susan Shahira di talian 088-232121 atau [email protected]. Untuk maklumat lanjut berkenaan aktiviti MPYO, hubungi Audrey HoLin di talian 03-20515673 atau kunjungi www.mpyo.com.my
Jelajah Malaysia Timur Orkestra RemajaFilharmonik Malaysia (MPYO), 15 Disember
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untuk disaksikan peminat sukan lumba pada Perlumbaan PowerboatF2 Piala Dunia Sabah 2008. Tahun lalu, Kota Kinabalu dipilih sebagaisalah satu dari empat bandaraya di dunia untuk menjadi tuan rumahkejohanan sukan berprestij ini, yang termasuklah Villa Real de SantoAntonio di Portugal, Riga di Latvia dan Jeddah di Arab Saudi.
Tahun ini, Sabah dengan bangganya sekali lagi menjadi tuan rumahperlumbaan bertaraf dunia ini. Pasukan-pasukan Piala Dunia F2 dariUAE, Belanda, Norway, Perancis, Qatar, United Kingdom, Finland, Itali,Jerman, Amerika, Kuwait, Sweden, Portugal dan Latvia akan berentapuntuk merebut kejuaraan.
Tahun lalu, lebih 10,000 orang menyertai kemeriahannya yangberlangsung di Waterfront Kota Kinabalu. Tidak seperti bot lajuberkuasa tinggi yang biasa, bot-bot Formula 2 mampu berpusing ham-pir serta merta mengerah lebih kuasa G berbanding dengan jenteraperlumbaan lain di planet ini! Ini disebabkan reka bentuk khasnya.
Bot-bot F2 juga boleh mencapai kelajuan sehingga 200km/sejam -Pasti mendebarkan! Bersempena dengan perlumbaan ini, satu karnivaljuga disediakan untuk menghiburkan pengunjung baik yang tua atauyang muda. Kunjungilah gerai-gerai makanan dan minuman dan pam-eran menarik yang lain. Bersediakan anda menghadapi kesibukan ini?
Siri Piala Dunia F2 diiktiraf di bawah badan penguatkuasa dalamsukan air bermotor, Union Internationale Mononautique (UIM).Untuk maklumat lanjut, sila hubungi Powersport Events Sdn. Bhddi talian 088-261611, faks 088-242487 atau layari laman web diwww.powersportevents.com.my
Perlumbaan Powerboat F2 PialaDunia Sabah 2008, 13-14 Disember
