Deputy Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Sarawak, Dato Gerald Rentap Jabu, has announced that roof improvement works for the Kuching Civic Centre (Dewan Suarah Kuching) are scheduled to be implemented in the near future.
A report by TVS said that works is expected to be done in July this year.
This decision, according to the Deputy Minister, follows recent incidents which had been circulating on social media regarding claims from a nearby homeowner.
The homeowner reportedly alleged that several roof tiles from the Civic Centre building had fallen onto their property.
Dato Gerald Rentap Jabu acknowledged that the hall, which once served as a prominent venue for public events in Kuching, is in need of upgrades.
He noted that weather conditions have presented a challenge to these necessary improvements.
The minister also said that there are also plans to upgrade the location given its central position within the city in the near future.
TVS reported that the Civic Centre’s polycarbonate roofing replacement could cost the government between RM200,000 to RM300,000.
About the Kuching Civic Centre
The Kuching Civic Centre, officially opened on August 1, 1988, is a prominent landmark located on Jalan Taman Budaya in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
Its most recognizable feature is a futuristic umbrella-shaped tower that provides a 360-degree panoramic view of Kuching City and its surroundings, including potential views of distant mountains. The centre was established to serve as a venue for recreational activities, events, and cultural performances for the local community.
In addition to the iconic tower, the Kuching Civic Centre complex includes the Sultan Iskandar Planetarium, which was Malaysia’s first planetarium, opening on January 19, 1989.
Over time, the Civic Centre has accommodated various amenities such as restaurants, bistros, karaoke facilities, a reference library, and a gymnasium. The rooftop observation area previously hosted food and beverage businesses, further enhancing its role as a public space.
Read more about the building HERE.
