Becomes Uncle Again

My cousin Audrey George Gawing gave birth to a baby girl Evana yesterday. Welcome to the world! Always great to have a new addition in the family.

Watching Ratu Contest

The Ratu Ikan Tapah was crowned at the end of the Pesta Ikan Tapah Pentas Rakyat do. Cik Felicia from Telagus Simunjan was crowned by YB Datuk Francis Harden Ak Hollis. She was competing against 11 other contestants.

Rocking With YB

YB Encik Snowdon Lawan surprised the Pantu folks with his guitar skills as he played lead guitar with a rock band. Well done YB, Pantu's development will rock on with your development initiatives.

Enjoying VIP Song

The audience at the Pesta Ikan Tapah in Pantu were entertained by YB Encik Snowdon Lawan who rendered Eric Clapton's "Wonderful Tonight" song. To add to the surprise he also played the electric guitar.

With VIP Guests

VIP guests at the launching of the Pesta Ikan Tapah at Pantu include(from left) YB Tuan Masir Kujat, YB Datuk Francis Hollis Ak Harden and YB Encik Snowdon Lawan.

Enjoying Beauty Contest

Mesmerised by Beauties who are participating in the Pesta Ikan Tapah Beauty Contest or Ratu Pesta Ikan Tapah. The ladies wore traditional costume from the Iban, Bidayuh and Orang Ulu community.

Listening to Speech

YB Datuk Francis Harden Ak Hollis officiated the Pesta Ikan Tapah in Pantu this evening. The YB who is also Assistant Minister of Land Development stressed on the need to ensure the success of organising the Pesta in the future.

Watchin Sukan Rakyat

Part of the Pesta Ikan Tapah activity includes Sukan Rakyat or Community Sports which include Mini sports in the river, Tug of War using boats, fishing and many more.

At Pesta Ikan Tapah

Pesta Ikan Tapah is going to beheld atthe small town of Pantu from 24th to 26th April 2009. Several activities are beng lined up to make sure that the pesta will benefit he townfolks. More pictures coming later.

Attending CM Function

Today is the Majlis Anugerah Kualiti Ketua Menteri Sarawak 2008. The event is to give recognition to Government Agencies in the Federal and State level who have achieved excellence in Quality efforts in 2008.

At the Pool

This time not the kiddies pool but Biggies pool. Teaching my daughter how to swim in the big swimming pool and telling she is not a little girl anymore.

Enjoying Sunset

The sunset at Damai Beach was so lovely that i have to see it again next time. There will definitely be a second trip! I only managed to get a glimpse of it as the sn sank into the horizon.

At the Pool

Shania is enjoying herself at the kid's swimming pool at Damai Beach Resort. I wtch by the pool like a lifeguard. The pool looks inviting but i have to watch only as it is a kiddies pool.

At Damai Beach

The weekend means some time to spend with the family. I brought them to Damai Beach Resort to enjoy the scenery and take time off from my usual busy schedule.

Admiring Exora

Currently witnessing the launching of Proton Exora at Proton Showroom Sri Aman. So tempting but getting it means suffering for the next few years.

Out with Friends

Last week's tour of duty in LA requires me to standardise my party senses at a Party place in Kuching and not the Political parties. Having a drink with the boys.

Hoping For Good Cabinet

Crossing my finger that Sarawak will be recognised as an equal partner in the new Prime Minister's Cabinet. Sarawakians would not want less.

Attending Lecture

While attendng the Deputy Residents and District Officers Meeting in Kuching, my little Shania joined one of the briefings at UNIMAS. Just want her to get the feel of Uni life.

Attendind Meeting

The Deputy Residents and District Officers' meeting is being held at Dewan Suarah Kota Samarahan today. The meeting is chaired by the State Secretary, YB Datuk Amar Wilson Baya Dandot.

Witnessing Election

The N.29 Batang Air By Election takes off as the clock struck 8 am. The weather was fine and many of the people have casted their votes. In Sebangki Polling District as off 11 am 60 percent of eligible voters have casted their votes.

Watching Police Drill

Currently the Police Air Wing and the Police Special Unit are conducting a Security Drill at Dewan Lubok Antu. This is part of the security measures for the upcoming By Election.

Inspecting Ballot Box

The ballot boxes for all the KTM or Presiding Officers Team are ready for pickup. Some have picked it up especially those going to the rural areas.

Attending CM function

YAB Chief Minister is officiating the ground breaking ceremony for the Pusat GiatMara Lubok Antu new site. The event is being held at the Dewan Sukan Lubok Antu. There was a large crowd of 1000 and more to welcome the Chief Minister.

Waiting for VIP

There is an ongoing function at Dewan Sukan Lubok Antu and we are waiting for the arrival of the VIPs.

Meeting MAFREL

The MAFREL team led by Mr. Peter John met up with Mr. Nelson Mujah, the Returning Officer for N.29 Batang Ai to gather some information. I was able to witness the ongoing polling by postal voters especially for those who will be on duty during the N.29 Batang Ai By Election.

Enjoying Dinner!

Though the sea is almost 40 km away from Sri Aman, we still can enjoy Seafood at Ellison Seafood. The place has two televisions so one catch up with the latest news. Good hangout place too as it has a large open space.

Airborne Again

In carrying out another official duty, i had the opportunity to fly in the new Eurocopter again. We past Sri Aman town as the heli enroutes to Lubok Antu.

Attending DOSH Function

Attending official funtions in the afternoons after a hearty lunch is always challenging. How do you stay attentive? I am fortunate to be sitting next to YB Datuk Gramong Juna as he was quite friendly and all smiles. He also delivered the speech in Iban, something that our Federal Office counterparts will be learning about. They were sporting enough and managed to try to pick up a few words in the speech. Cheers.

Travelling to LA

While heading for Lubok Antu, we passed by a heavy duty road block at the Sri Aman Temudok junction. It is again encouraging to note that security is considered the utmost importance during this By Election.

being Audited

The Quality team from the Chief Minister's Team are currently auditing our office. I don't really know what they are looking for but i am not sure if i am ready either.