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Outrage over 5-storey building plan at back of Penang’s oldest market

In a move that has outraged heritage activists, the Penang Island City Council (MBPP) has approved plans for a five-storey building behind a 122-year-old market, the oldest in the city. The Campbell Street market redevelopment project will include shophouses, parking lots and “studio rooms” to be built by the council ... Read More
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RM16,000 cash prizes for My Ideal Homes 6.0 photo contest

Executive Chairman of Ideal Property Group, Tan Sri Datuk Alex Ooi Kee Liang promotes creativity, community engagement, and appreciation for the art of photography through My Ideal Homes 6.0 photo contest. Ideal Property Group, a leading property developer in Malaysia, is pleased to announce the launch of its latest photography ... Read More
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PIA new multi-storey carpark is now open

The newly constructed seven-storey carpark at Penang International Airport (PIA) opens to the public on 1 April after obtaining the certificate of completion and compliance (CCC) from the relevant authorities. Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) managing director, Datuk Iskandar Mizal Mahmood said the new multi-storey carpark is anticipated to improve parking problems ... Read More
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Expert: Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme improvements will help overcome property overhang

Improvements to the Housing Credit Guarantee Scheme (HCGS) under the Budget 2023 through the increase of financing funds and expanding the qualification of applicants to fixed income groups can help reduce the number of unsold low- and medium-cost houses. Economic expert Jain Yassin said the scheme, which offers financing up ... Read More
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Penang in discussions with Putrajaya to fund its Bayan Lepas LRT project

The Penang state government has put a request for a proposal (RFP) exercise for its Bayan Lepas Light Rail Transit (BLLRT) project on hold pending discussions with Putrajaya on funding for the project. State Infrastructure and Transport Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari said the state has completed the pre-qualification registration ... Read More
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E&O to take 15 years to develop the first phase of Andaman Island

Eastern & Oriental Bhd (E&O) has completed the reclamation of Andaman Phase 1 and plans to begin the development of the 253-acre land over the next 15 years with an estimated gross development value (GDV) of RM17 billion. The first property, The Meg, has been on the market since January ... Read More
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SITE PROGRESS: GEM Residences (Mar 2023)

About GEM Residences GEM Residences, a commercial development by Belleview Group at Prai, Penang. It is part of the company's 6 hectares mixed development along Jalan Baru, diagonally opposite Megamall Penang. Next to it will be the upcoming largest mall in the northern region - GEM Mall, the tenant mix include ... Read More
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Sunway Dora at Bayan Baru achieves 89% take-up rate

Master Community Developer, Sunway Property has launched the residential component of its latest freehold development, Sunway Dora in high-growth Bayan Baru, Penang, achieving an 89% take-up rate in total for the non-bumi condominiums alongside of its 100% take-up rate for its non-bumi commercial shop units which have been launched earlier ... Read More
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Penang prioritises liveability in public housing schemes

Liveability is an important issue that the Penang government takes it seriously. Penang Local Government, Housing, Town and Country Planning Committee chairman Jagdeep Singh Deo said the state acknowledges the need to ensure that public housing schemes are liveable. “That is why the Penang Housing Board continues to monitor public ... Read More
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SITE PROGRESS: Marriott Residences (Mar 2023)

About Marriott Residences A mixed development by BSG Property in Georgetown in Penang. It is located between the famous tourist belt of Gurney Drive and Kelawai Road, next to Evergreen Laurel Hotel. The project comprises a 55-storey skyscraper, featuring a mixed of hotel rooms and condominium units Find out more about Marriott Residences Register your interest ... Read More