Two new tourism initiatives suggested for Kiulu
14 October 2024
KIULU: Kiulu should be designated as a tourism township, and a tourism cooperative should be established at SMK Tun Fuad Stephens.
This proposal was put forward by Kiulu State Assemblyman Datuk Joniston Bangkuai during the Gotong Royong Madani Programme held in Pekan Kiulu today.
With over 80 tourism operators in the area, it is appropriate to officially recognise Kiulu as a tourism township. Additionally, establishing a cooperative at the local secondary school could facilitate benefits from the influx of international students attending summer camps.
"We already have a tourism information centre in Kiulu and its only proper we turn Kiulu town into a tourism township," Joniston said.
The Assistant Tourism, Culture, and Environment Minister also said a cooperative could enable the SMK Tun Fuad Stephens to play an active role in the local tourism sector by hosting and organising activities for visiting students.
“A cooperative would give SMK Tun Fuad students practical experience in tourism, helping them engage with international visitors and benefit from Kiulu's growing popularity as a summer camp destination.
“This will not only bring financial opportunities but also help students build skills in hospitality and management that can further enrich their educational journey,” he added.
About 300 participants, including SMK Tun Fuad students, took part in a Gotong Royong Madani event to clean up and improve the local environment.
In another development, Kiulu is set to benefit from a significant infrastructure upgrade with the approval of a vehicle bridge connecting Kiulu and nearby Bayag.
“The Public Works Department (JKR) informed me that the federal govenment has approved construction of the vehicle bridge which, when completed, will pave the way for the expansion of the relatively congested Kiulu township.
“This will open opportunities for the construction of a new police station, fire station, low-cost houses and new shophouses," said Joniston, adding that, according to JKR, the bridge’s construction will start early next year.
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