![Ahmad Redza appointed new Public Works Dept DG Ahmad Redza appointed new Public Works Dept DG](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-01/51672898280_MohdZukiAli.jpg)
Ahmad Redza appointed new Public Works Dept DG
Ahmad Redza's appointment is based on his qualifications and leadership characteristics, Mohd Zuki said.
Thu Jan 05 2023
![Orang Asli homes in Simpang Pulai hit by landslide Orang Asli homes in Simpang Pulai hit by landslide](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-11/81668616947_TanahRuntuh.jpg)
Orang Asli homes in Simpang Pulai hit by landslide
A spokesperson said no victims were involved nor casualties reported and the Public Works Department had been informed for further action.
Thu Nov 17 2022
![Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands road stretch closed due to landslide Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands road stretch closed due to landslide](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/81631983851_TBSIMPANGPULAIRUNTUH.jpg)
Simpang Pulai-Cameron Highlands road stretch closed due to landslide
Kinta District Public Works Department said the road closure took effect from 9 pm yesterday to a date to be announced later.
Sun Sep 19 2021
![New developer identified for Hospital Bachok project - Mustapa New developer identified for Hospital Bachok project - Mustapa](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/51627474866_MustapaMohamed.jpg)
New developer identified for Hospital Bachok project - Mustapa
Mustapa said the original construction cost of RM141 million would also increase due to problems caused by the previous developer.
Sat Sep 18 2021
![Main prayer hall, women section of Putra Mosque closed for repair Main prayer hall, women section of Putra Mosque closed for repair](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-01/51580031597_masjid.jpg)
Main prayer hall, women section of Putra Mosque closed for repair
The Putra Mosque will be closed for a year due to repair and upgrading work of the main dome by the Public Works Department.
Tue May 18 2021
![Johor to get RM36.29 mln to maintain federal roads in Johor Johor to get RM36.29 mln to maintain federal roads in Johor](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/51611482442_menurapjalan.jpg)
Johor to get RM36.29 mln to maintain federal roads in Johor
Mohd Solihan said the forensic study done on this highway found that one of the causes of the frequent road damage was its weak structure.
Sun Jan 24 2021
![Works Ministry promises to fix potholes within 24 hours Works Ministry promises to fix potholes within 24 hours](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-10/61539771116_TBJALAN.jpg)
Works Ministry promises to fix potholes within 24 hours
The Works Ministry, through the Public Works Department (PWD), will conduct pothole repairs through the Aku Janji Zero Potholes campaign.
Thu Dec 31 2020
![PWD Strategic Plan to save funds, prolong asset life - Fadillah PWD Strategic Plan to save funds, prolong asset life - Fadillah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/71592298099_FadillahYusof.jpg)
PWD Strategic Plan to save funds, prolong asset life - Fadillah
The Public Works Department (PWD) is introducing its 2021-2025 Strategic Plan which is the best approach to save government expenditure and optimise usage of funds.
Tue Sep 29 2020
![Parliament undergoes disinfection following COVID-19 positive case Parliament undergoes disinfection following COVID-19 positive case](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-08/71598279849_BangunanParlimen.jpg)
Parliament undergoes disinfection following COVID-19 positive case
JBPM today carried out disinfection process on the Parliament Complex after a JKR officer, who had been there, was found to be COVID-19 positive.
Fri Sep 18 2020
![Company directors arrested over false claims involving 10 road upgrading projects Company directors arrested over false claims involving 10 road upgrading projects](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2018-07/41531918799_MenaraSPRM.jpg)
Company directors arrested over false claims involving 10 road upgrading projects
MACC said the two directors who owned three companies that monopolised the projects, were detained in a special operation in Kuching.
Wed Sep 09 2020
![Govt approves 93 projects to repair dilapidated schools in Sarawak Govt approves 93 projects to repair dilapidated schools in Sarawak](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-08/81597741223_DatukDrMahHangSo.jpg)
Govt approves 93 projects to repair dilapidated schools in Sarawak
The government has approved a total of 93 projects to repair dilapidated schools in Sarawak for phases one and two as at Aug 17, costing RM700 million.
Tue Aug 18 2020
![Health Ministry always striving to improve access to health service Health Ministry always striving to improve access to health service](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-06/61593430061_FBREAKBABAx.jpg)
Health Ministry always striving to improve access to health service
The Health Ministry is always striving to improve access to health services for the well-being of all Malaysians, said its Minister Datuk Seri Dr Adham Baba.
Tue Aug 04 2020
![Pan Borneo Highway Sarawak being continually upgraded - Ministry Pan Borneo Highway Sarawak being continually upgraded - Ministry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/41594742692_panborneo.jpg)
Pan Borneo Highway Sarawak being continually upgraded - Ministry
The Pan Borneo Highway project in Sarawak is being continually upgraded especially in terms of technical capacity building, says the Ministry of Works.
Thu Jul 23 2020
![Gov't allocates over RM1 billion to upgrade dilapidated schools in Sabah Gov't allocates over RM1 billion to upgrade dilapidated schools in Sabah](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/41593604192_DRMOHDRADZIMDJID.jpg)
Gov't allocates over RM1 billion to upgrade dilapidated schools in Sabah
52 schools in category seven have been declared unsafe by the Public Works Department (JKR).
Thu Jul 16 2020
![Pan Borneo Highways in Sabah, Sarawak 32 and 52 per cent complete until June - Works Ministry Pan Borneo Highways in Sabah, Sarawak 32 and 52 per cent complete until June - Works Ministry](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2020-07/51594786387_PanBorneo.jpg)
Pan Borneo Highways in Sabah, Sarawak 32 and 52 per cent complete until June - Works Ministry
The two projects were being implemented conventionally with cooperation from the Public Works Departments in Sabah and Sarawak following the termination of the PDPA.
Wed Jul 15 2020