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Aspen’s latest mixed development Versa inaugurated on Friday

Aspen Group inaugurated its latest project, called Versa, a two-tower residential development and nine commercial units, in Batu Kawan last Friday. Strategically nestled in the freehold township of Batu Kawan, Versa promises residents unparalleled comfort, convenience, and a gratifying lifestyle. Its effortless access to amenities such as IKEA Batu Kawan, Klippa ... Read More
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Penang calls on PLUS to implement Juru-Sungai Dua traffic dispersal project

The Penang government has called on PLUS Malaysia Berhad (PLUS) to implement the Juru-Sungai Dua elevated highway project for the dispersal of the worsening traffic congestion in the area. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the state government had raised the matter with the Public Private Partnership Unit (UKAS) of ... Read More
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GEM Residences key handover expected in the next 6-8 months

The topping-out ceremony for the GEM Residences, a collaborative luxury apartment project between Belleview Group and LTC Group, took place on Thursday. The ceremony marks a significant step towards the expected handover of keys to homeowners within the next 6 to 8 months. Penang Housing Committee chairman Datuk Seri Sundarajoo Somu ... Read More
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SITE PROGRESS: Iconic Regency (Jan 2024)

About Iconic Regency A mixed development by Iconic Development Sdn. Bhd. at Sungai Nibong. Strategically located along Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, next to SK Sungai Nibong. It is only 10 minutes walk to two future LRT Stations – Sungai Nibong & Pesta Stations. Featuring a 42-storey serviced suites with 268 fully furnished ... Read More
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Penang water tariffs to double from Feb 1

Water tariff rates for domestic users in Penang will double from Feb 1, chief minister Chow Kon Yeow announced on Wednesday. Accounts that use zero to 20 cubic metres a month will be charged 50 sen per cubic metre, compared with 22 sen now. Meanwhile, those who use 20 to ... Read More
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Bayan Lepas LRT Project is set to be finalized soon

Bayan Lepas LRT Project is set to commence later this year, according to Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook. The announcement was made yesterday during a press conference following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Railway Assets Corporation (RAC) and the Penang State Housing Board (LPNPP) ... Read More
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Redevelopment of Kampung Manis: RAC and LPNPP sign MoU for collaborative development

In a significant move toward urban redevelopment, the Railway Assets Corporation (RAC) has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Penang State Housing Board (LPNPP) for the redevelopment of Kampung Manis in Perai through a collaborative effort. The MoU was signed between RAC's Chief Executive Officer, Dato’ Azhar Ahmad, ... Read More
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Not so rosy for office and serviced apartment property in 2024

Selected areas and segments of the property market in Malaysia are expected to perform well in 2024, but elsewhere there are areas of concern. Industry experts expect to see sales improve as the people’s spending power recovers and the government’s efforts to attract foreign direct investment (FDIs) bears fruit. However, ... Read More
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SITE PROGRESS: Savana @ Utropolis (Jan 2024)

About Savana @ Utropolis This is the fourth phase of Paramount Property’s Utropolis development at Batu Kawan. Located along Jalan Cassia Barat 2, adjacent to Sensasi and Sinaran Residences. It is less than 5 minutes’ walking distance to Design Village outlet mall and UOW MALAYSIA KDU Penang University College, with easy ... Read More
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Malaysia’s home rental up 5.5% in 2023

Rents across Malaysia increased by 5.5% in 2023, according to data from a newly released index. Rents were now 7.4% higher than during the pandemic’s worst phase, suggests the Malaysia Home Rental Index by real estate agent network IQI, a member of Juwai IQI. In the fourth quarter, it said ... Read More