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Posted: 26 Jul 2011 10:01 AM PDT

2011/07/26
By Rizalman Hammim

1,700 bikers recently rode into the Malaysia Book of Records

THE loud rumbling of high-powered engines filled the air of Kampung Parit Jayos in Batu Pahat, recently when some 1,700 superbikers made their way to the village.

Organised by Media Prima Bhd, the event made it into the Malaysia Book of Records (MBR) as the longest motorcycle convoy in the country.

The convoy, which measured five kilometres long, was organised in collaboration with the Johor Motorcycle Assocation in conjunction with Media Prima's Merdeka celebrations.

The bikers started their journey at Dataran Yong Peng before making their way to the village which was 20km away.

The convoy was flagged off by Parit Sulong MP Datuk Noraini Ahmad and Yong Peng assemblyman Lim Kee Moi.

Media Prima chairman Datuk Johan Jaafar was part of the convoy.

Johan said the programme was a way for Media Prima to show its patriotism.

"As a concerned corporate body, it is our duty to organise programmes that would instil the spirit of patriotism into the public, no matter where they may be.

"The programme also gives an opportunity for people in the village to see these motorcycles," said Johan, adding that the participants also took the opportunity to distribute the Jalur Gemilang to the villagers.

The bikers were from 70 motorcycle clubs and associations from Malaysia and Singapore.

"The response was overwhelming. We are grateful for all the help we received, especially our host Kammuji Partikun, a biker from Kampung Parit Jayos."

Kammuji said he was pleasantly surprised by the bikers' response.

"I would like to thank the organisers and participants for coming to Kampung Parit Jayos and enjoying our humble offerings," said Kammuji.

Media Prima also organised a series of activities for the villagers. Among them were a lucky draw, drawing competition for children and a "rewang", which is a Javanese practice of cooking for a large crowd with the help of villagers.

"The 'rewang' was held to foster ties between the villagers and members of the convoy," said Johan.

One of the participants of the convoy is Ben Banging Bahron, 60, from Parit Yaani, Batu Pahat, who is also the secretary of Kelab Bermotorsikal Penggaram.

"We were invited to take part in the convoy by the Batu Pahat Youth and Sport Department.

"Forty-nine club members are part of the convoy," said Ben.

The record for the longest motorcycle convoy was verified by MBR representative Myra Dzaman, who presented a certificate to Media Prima group general manager for corporate communication Mastura Adnan.

Members of the convoy were treated to a heart-warming lunch and entertained by schoolchildren who performed a zapin dance as well as a band which played traditional songs.

Syarikat Faiza Sdn Bhd presented a cheque of RM30,000 for Tabung Bersamamu TV3.

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Living in harmony with the Tao

Posted: 26 Jul 2011 08:58 AM PDT

2011/07/26
By Sim Bak Heng

PHASE two of Senibong Cove, the RM2 billion waterfront development in Johor Baru, will be launched in September.

It features luxury resort-style villas and semi-detached houses on a 35ha island at the mouth of Sungai Lunchoo, which fronts the Johor Straits and faces Singapore.

The first phase, launched last year, consisted of 224 units of courtyard link houses, semi-detached houses and twin villas. It received an enthusiastic response from buyers. To date, 95 per cent of the units have been snapped up.

Senibong Cove is a joint venture between Front Concept Sdn Bhd and Iskandar Waterfront Development Sdn Bhd, with the latter being the landowner.

Walker Corporation, the developer, is a major Australian real estate developer with prominent waterfront projects such as the Hope Island Resort on the Gold Coast.

Senibong Cove marks the first Australian investment in the Malaysian real estate sector.

Front Concept assistant-general manager Ling Ngie Soon said the second phase only comprised 144 villas in a lushly landscaped environment surrounded by waterways and canals.

"Besides having superb waterfront views, other units will be facing canals. The island will have a generous green lung in the centre with a clubhouse and support facilities.

"There are lots of water features in our development. The river, waterfront and canals form an important aspect of the feng shui.

"Our development was purposely designed to incorporate feng shui features to give housebuyers more value for their investment," he said.

The price of each unit is from RM1.2 million.

The Senibong Cove development spreads over 83ha on the eastern side of Johor Baru. Over 2,500 units will be developed over 10 years.

Under the development masterplan, the enclave will have a marina, clubhouse, commercial cmplex and recreation club.

There will also be walkways and boardwalks along the waterfront, five public parks, extensive landscaping and a host of common amenities, facilities and services.

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