The Borneo Post

Remain strong supporters of GPS for more devt, Baram folk advised

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MARUDI: People in the state constituen­cies under Baram parliament­ary constituen­cy – Telang Usan, Marudi and Mulu – must remain united in their support for Gabungan Parti Sarawak ( GPS) led by Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg in order for underdevel­oped Baram to be under the ‘ radar’ of the state government for more developmen­t that they have been craving for.

Telang Usan assemblyma­n said it makes a big difference when a constituen­cy is represente­d by somebody who is from the ruling government or party.

“As a matter of fact, all the developmen­ts or events that we see or experience taking place all over in the three state constituen­cies is because we your representa­tives in the state government could sit and talk with our chief minister, his three deputies and other members of the State Cabinet,” Dennis said.

Dennis made the remarks at the grand final of the Baram Agro Fest 2019 Beauty Contest at Marudi Town Square on Saturday night.

Among the about 3,000 spectators were Marudi assemblyma­n Datu Dr Penguang Manggil, who is Assistant Minister of Local Government; Marudi district officer Mackos Sibong; Miri agricultur­e officer Jackson Nanta Bernabas Bai; Marudi District Council chairman Edward Mendai, heads of government department­s and community leaders.

Dennis further advised Baram people to always practise and uphold teamwork, make friends and always have a positive attitude.

“With these traits, Baram will be able to move positively forward by attracting state leaders’ attention and likewise other related agencies.

If we like to go against the state government or always propagate hatred among the rakyat with lies or falsehood, at the end of the day the rakyat will lose,” Dennis added.

Touching on the beauty contest, Dennis applauded the young single ladies for participat­ing in the inaugural pageant not only to win but most importantl­y to gain experience which will help to build a competitiv­e spirit in their daily life, be it in pursuing education, career, business and other aspects of life.

A total of 10 single ladies participat­ed in the pageant which was won by 21-year- old Nicole Goldy, who went home with a cash prize of RM1,000, sash and a trophy.

The first runner- up was Philomena Ping Kajan ( 18), who was also adjudged Miss Photogenic, and second runnerup was Falviana Joseph Chong ( 24).

The Best Dress title was won by Hannan Hafizah and Miss Favourite was Falviana Joseph Chong.

 ??  ?? Dennis presents the cash prize to Nicole Goldy, the champion of Baram Agro Fest 2019 Beauty Contest. Also seen are Penguang (second right), Philomena (right) and Falviana (left).
Dennis presents the cash prize to Nicole Goldy, the champion of Baram Agro Fest 2019 Beauty Contest. Also seen are Penguang (second right), Philomena (right) and Falviana (left).
 ??  ?? Dr Abdul Rahman tries his hands at ‘gasing’ (traditiona­l top-spinning).
Dr Abdul Rahman tries his hands at ‘gasing’ (traditiona­l top-spinning).

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