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KUCHING, Aug 3: A multipurpose community hall with a 1,000 people capacity and overlooking a 20-acre natural lake developed under the Ang Cheng Ho Quarry rejuvenation project in Batu Kawah here is expected to be opened for public use by the end of the year.
Currently, construction works for the roads and carparks are in progress and scheduled to be completed in the next few months.
Deputy Premier Dato Sri Dr Sim Kui Hian has recently visited the site where he received a comprehensive update on the construction progress from Padawan Municipal Council (MPP) chairman Tan Kai.
In a press statement today, Dr Sim, who is also Batu Kawah assemblyman, has expressed satisfaction with the ongoing construction advancements.
He firmly believes that upon its inauguration, this facility will not only transform and breathe new life into the abandoned Ang Cheng Ho Quarry, but will also emerge as a captivating landmark and a must-visit tourist attraction within Batu Kawah and the Greater Kuching region.
The construction of the main building featuring a sports and community hall under the first phase of the RM9.8 million makeover project has been completed.
This central structure extends a remarkable 39 metres across the lake’s midpoint, towering 25 metres above the lake bed, with an approximate length of 50 metres.
The height of 25 metres mirrors that of an eight-storey building, with the ground floor equivalent to two storeys. In essence, the inaugural phase of the central structure equates to a total height of about 10 storeys, eight of which are submerged beneath the lake’s surface.
Encompassing an expansive area of 19,375 square feet, this facility is equipped to host diverse events for up to 1,000 attendees. Furthermore, it houses a basketball court, while a dedicated 3,000 square feet segment is earmarked as an innovation hub tailored to nurture young entrepreneurs.
Notably, a substantial portion of the edifice is nestled underwater, seamlessly integrating with the lake surroundings.
Future development plans would also include facilities catering to water and extreme sports, an expansive public green park and an array of additional recreational facilities. — DayakDaily
