Category Archives: Heritage News/Info

What stories lie behind one of Sarawak’s oldest Catholic missions? Flowing through the heart of Sarawak, the Rajang River has long served as a vital lifeline connecting communities, trade, and cultures. Nestled along its banks is the Church of St. Francis Xavier in Kanowit—a cornerstone of Roman Catholic heritage in central Sarawak since its founding […]

Acknowledgements The author gratefully acknowledges Rev. Fr. George Omuto for sharing his knowledge, memories, and photographs of Sacred Heart Chapel Bawan. Appreciation is also extended to parish members, local residents, and all individuals who contributed information, guidance, and support during the documentation of this heritage site. A Hidden Heritage in the Forest: Sacred Heart Chapel […]

Sarawak Heritage Titbits are contributions by Sarawak Heritage Society members or friends, in the form of illustrated, easy reading features on Sarawak heritage assets. We inaugurate this series with a presentation of Betong’s Shang Ti Temple, provided by the Editorial board of Betong Chinese Temple Charitable Trust Board, assisted by  SHS Committee member Paulyn Yam. […]

Please be reminded the talk in the SHS Heritage Speakers Series by Inch Lim, renowned landscape architect will take place on Saturday 17 May at 2 p.m. at Swinburne University Lecture Theatre   Join us to see how he integrates nature and heritage into his beautiful award winning designs, while preserving the environment and still achieving development […]