Off to Sabah

Boarding now. Bon voyage

Raleigh: Contact Details

I'm leaving for KK on 28th July 2008; 930am and will be incommunicado from 29th July - 1st September. No internet, no handphones....

I've some timed posts that will be published automatically by blogger at a specified time. So don't freak out when you see LV 'posting' from the middle of the jungle.

Anyway, feel free to take pity on me and write to me (yup, snail mail) at the following address:

Tham Li Vyen
(Summer 2008)
Raleigh International
P.O Box 14182
88848, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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Swedish Meatballs @ Ikea

An all-time favourite. Yummy, yum, yum!

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Pondering

I was out for a drinks session (mamak that is) with the gang yesterday. It's a coincidence that everyone's got back this particular week. But nonetheless, great to meet up with everyone else.

Gossips, cuss words, profanities went round the table as usual (ok, ok exaggeration). But at times, I do feel that the type of conversation that we have certainly does not reflect our intelligence (if we do have any). :P Yup, we talk crap most of the time :)

Anyway, amidst the crap, I was asked which practice area I am eyeing. It's a pretty straight-forward question for me as I've decided upon Medical Law a couple of years ago: maybe 2+ years. Yup, that explains the MA thingy. So yup, IF I manage to get through the doors of CLP, there are a couple of firms which I've set my eyes on. So we shall see....

I was (and am STILL often asked) what is it that I see in this particular field. Potential's the word I'ld often answer.

Yup, I'd to admit that its a pretty low-profile field in Malaysia and sad to say, due to the Healthcare structure in Malaysia, practice is mostly confined to medico-legal cases i.e. negligence - patients suing doctors, and doctors trying to save their arses situations.

I love handling medical negligence cases. But, at the same time, I'd realised during my MA period and my CLP days, that I'm actually more intrigued with the policy making part of it. Or, as VCKY puts it,

I'ld like to do a Margot.

(Hmmm... I won't mind having a Rodney beside me too!)

But well, judging from the healthcare structure in our country, much remains to be seen. We won't be fighting for reproductive rights for homosexuals, a patient's right to euthanasia, refusal of treatment (ala Jehovah's witness - But, I've came across one such case in Malaysia thus far). Pro-abortion ideas would be shot down. Creation of Chimera embryos for research would definitely draw chaotic remarks.

Oh well, I think it will be neigh time before I could actually dream of getting involved in such issues and ideas. May years of change and evolution is required before such ideas are to be accepted in our society. Or maybe we need to be a member to the ECHR (European Court of Human Rights) before such dreams of mine become reality. But the truth is right now, its more fiction than fact...

So yes, one has to be realistic. If at all I'd end up practicing in this area, medical negligence would be my bread and butter.

And I'm often asked which 'side' (if there's any) I'd be on in a medical negligence case. Patients, or doctors?

I often answer jokingly that I'd go whereever the money is. But this remark often draws flak from others. Hence, over the years I'd learnt not to make such 'daft' remarks to people who do not appreciate them.

So seriously, I'd initially aimed to fight for patients. Poor man, oppressed, subject to sub-standard treatment from a negligent doctor. Hence, sue sue sue!!!! Get some dosh i.e. $$$$ outta the pockets of such rich doctors. That's what this bird-brain of mine initially thought.

But upon further study, I'd come to realise that I do have a soft-spot for doctors. Humble ones that made a genuine mistake by no fault of their own. A medicial negligence suit is very damaging psychologically and reputation wise. So why not help defend them? They ought to be accorded due protection and not to be cast into a typical mould, which the society automatically cloaks them with,

Doctors make so much money, so who's the patient supposed to run to in event where injury's caused to them?

It's very true. But who's gonna protect such doctors who acted bona fide?

And I quote from the Hippocra(i)tes Oath;

"I SWEAR by Apollo the physician, and Aesculapius, and Health, and All-heal, and all the gods and goddesses, that, according to my ability and judgment, I will keep this Oath and this stipulation...

I will follow that system of regimen which, according to my ability and judgment, I consider for the benefit of my patients, and abstain from whatever is deleterious and mischievous...

With purity and with holiness I will pass my life and practice my Art...

Into whatever houses I enter, I will go into them for the benefit of the sick, and will abstain from every voluntary act of mischief and corruption; and, further from the seduction of females or males, of freemen and slaves...

While I continue to keep this Oath unviolated, may it be granted to me to enjoy life and the practice of the art, respected by all men, in all times! But should I trespass and violate this Oath, may the reverse be my lot!"

And also the Physician's Oath from the Declaration of Geneva 1948 (amended in August 1968)

"At the time of being admitted as a member of the medical profession:
I solemnly pledge myself to consecrate my life to the service of humanity;
I will give to my teachers the respect and gratitude which is their due;

I will practice my profession with conscience and dignity; the health of my patient will be my first consideration;
I will maintain by all the means in my power, the honor and the noble traditions of the medical profession; my colleagues will be my brothers;
I will not permit considerations of religion, nationality, race, party politics or social standing to intervene between my duty and my patient;
I will maintain the utmost respect for human life from the time of conception, even under threat, I will not use my medical knowledge contrary to the laws of humanity;
I make these promises solemnly, freely and upon my honor."

Yeah, I know these Oaths all seem wishy washy. But honestly speaking, no reasonable doctor, in accordance to the Bolam standard would act against the basic principles of medical practice (or should I say humanity?).

No sane doctor would have intentionally intended to cause any harm to their patients. So in a way, they need protection too!

Anyway, despite all this pondering that I've done. I am still undecided.

And yes, people often find it difficult to fathom why I take such an interest in such an unpopular pratice this area in Malaysia. I often tell them, that I see 'hope' and potential in this area. To which I am always encourage to think of corporate practice.

Well, yes, money is good in the corporate and commercial side of things. But I'll die looking through M&As everyday, JVAs, due dilligence... Shoot me!

I need something that puts me in touch with humanity. Criminal law might me my 2nd option, but I'm having problems convincing Mum about that. And at the same time, I don't think I have a heart of steel to betray my conscience at times. Though, one must hold on to the innocent until proven guilty mantra.

Oh well, decisions, decisions, decisions....

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Raleigh: Personal Pre-Expedition Thoughts

Timed post

Having been the telephone operator for Raleigh over the past two Introweekends, one of the most common questions I've always come across is,

"What do you guys do?"

And I'll launch into a full-frontal assault/tirade of a 'pre-recorded' message that goes,

"..... most of our IW participants choose to go on an expedition... we run expeditions in Namibia, Chile, Costa Rica & Nicaragua, as well as Sabah..."

Honestly speaking, we're not that well-established in Malaysia i.e. in the sense that people have ever heard of us and what we do. Most individuals have a general idea of a "camp" thingy, and nothing more about the other community projects the KL support group does.

And explaining it, even to my friends is a chore I would say. Or probably, I'm just doing a bad job at it.

But one thing that surprised me most was a friend's remark one day, in that he used to think that Raleigh is only confined to a group of 'exclusively posh people with loads of money to spare'. Or probably spoilt rich brats whose parents could afford to pay for posh summer camps in different corners of the globe.

Boy, I was flabbergasted! Not by the remark, but by the conclusions that one could possibly draw. Hmmm.... we might have the odd Datuks and Tan Sri's here and there. But, to categorise us as rich kids? *lols* Now, that's something new...

That got me to ponder a bit. On why I set my heart upon an Expedition 8 years ago. I did not take up the challenge earlier as I wasn't too sure of my abilities to raise RM1500 (and another RM1500 more for equipment) for the 10 week Sabah Expedition. Anyway, Veni, Vidi, Vici!

Which brings me to a particular question. Why did I choose to do this? I honestly have no idea. It's just a desire I have in me, and unfulfilled childhood dream so to speak.

I won't be surprised that there are some quarters who would think that I'm crazy for putting in so much effort in being a 'professional beggar' aka fundraising just to go for a 5 week (yup, I'm on the 5 weeker now as they don't have the 10 weeker n July *dang!*) 'free labour spree'.

I'm not interested in the 'rich man goes to a war-torn zone to help the poor man' kinda idea. So helping eradicate poverty by building better facilities is certainly out of my 'mission statement'. I guess my desire for environmental conservation projects sparked my interest. But having said that, I hate to admit that I'm far from being the most environmentally friendly person. I still drive a lot, use plastic bags (though I tend to cut down) and well... you add to the list.

Whatever the reason I have for doing this, I'm sure the experience is worthwhile. No doubts.
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Anyway,

It's barely T-minus 2 weeks to Expedition, and I'm sitting here in the room at 1.50am on a Saturday morning; 12th July 2008 typing this out. Well, if you'd noticed, this is a timed post (note top of this post). I'm unwinding after a whole day's worth of reading. Exams are round the corner and I've been sleeping for approximately 3 hours per day for the past 5 days. Despite that, I feel energetic and raring to go. I think the adrenaline's keeping me going.

And when I wanna relax, I write. Hence, this post (and a lot more).

I'm just too pre-occupied with the exams to sort out my expedition stuff properly. Have gotten most of the basic stuff required. Just some tiny knick knacks.

Oh well, we shall see come July 28th.

I endeavour not to go online during expedition. But I will keep you guys posted on my updates on this blog. I'll be mobile blogging whenever possible.

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Living the Good Life

Day 3 post-CLP and I'm not complaining. It feels good to be 'blank' and not having to worry about datelines, etc.

I've been rather busy these few days, meeting up with friends. There are just so many people that I've love to meet post-exams. Mostly friends that I've been neglecting for so long. Sorry people!!!

Day 0:

Met up with KH after I handed in what I hope would be the last exam paper of my life i.e. CLP Evidence and the poor guy got dragged along to KL's house and also on the first of my many rounds of expedition gear shopping.

Anyway, we managed to catch Hellboy and Dark Knight later on, which was good since I've always wanted to watch Heath Ledger's potrayal of the Joker, which has be applauded by many. Dozed off at some parts of the movie, but overall it was a good one by Ledger.

Still running high on adrenaline. Hence, took me sometime to unwind. Eventually crashed to bed at 430am.

Day 1:

Started the day early - 730am

Attended the Raleigh KL fundraising event at HELP Jalan Dungun. Stood around, sat down trying to look pretty throughout the event (ok ok kidding!) I was kinda tired tat morning though. Met up with some Raleigh friends, and some new people. Made myself useful and helped them sell doughnuts ocassionally. I must admit despite my ex-bancuh kopi and cake selling job at Druckers, I still have the phobia of dropping pieces of doughnuts and cakes.

Another round of expedition gear shopping which was sabotaged by the J-Card Day at Jusco Midvalley. Denied entry as I don't have a J-card. I requested for a temporary card and got one. But I gave up shopping when I saw the crowd in there. It's impossible to find anything there admist the sea of people.

Headed off to Vinci, got a pair of flipflops and a handbag.

Met up with VCKY later on for teatime. Ended up in the video arcade playing a round of jungle safari. Supposed to shoot the elephants, tarantulas and tigers on screen, but I somehow got distracted by the guy dancing like a madman on the dance machine nearby. But it was fun as its been ages since I last played such games at an arcade. Oh yes, our compatibility score is 85%, don't play play. *lols*

Met up with the Steph and MW for dinner. Ended up at foodcourt for its more conducive environment. No pressure from the waiters and waitresses and we could just sit down and yak away for however long we wanted. :) Got VCKY a greentea+redbean cake for his birthday and it was a nice desert. :P Light yet satisfying.

Said our goodbyes and I headed home. Met up with Boon for yumcha at Old Town. Yakked away and talked nonsense as usual. And he did comment that I seem happier now. Yes, I am. :P

Day 2:

Had to literally drag myself outta bed, as I was exhausted. Went for another round of shopping at 1U. Finally got all the stuff I wanted. Cargos, bikinis, shorts.... etc. Mission accomplished.

Felt crappy by lunch time. Have got this perpetual headache and my bones are aching. Met up with bro for lunch at Carl's Jr. And I can't understand why people are raving about their burgers. To me, it's more like paying for overpriced McDs and BurgerKing. Can't see the difference.

Anyway, proceeded to pick MW up after lunch and we headed back to our home-state.

Day 3:

Didn't do much today. Repacked all my stuff. Finished now. My poor rucksack's stuffed to the brim. Gosh!

Gonna meet up with the gang for yumcha tonight. Same time, same place. I just hope the sky holds up for us. Kalau hujan, kantoi!

Day 4:

Gonna head back down south again tomorrow in anticipation of my early flight on Monday. Oh well.

Meeting Tanya for dinner tomorrow and maybe some of the girls too?

Day 5:

28 July 2008. Heading off to Sabah.

Hhhhmmmm....

I think that my travel partner is correct when he said that I won't have the time to go to Thailand right after my exams.

Oh well...

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The Aftermath

I feel as if I'm being stuck on bed with Superglue... Yes, I am that exhausted

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For VCKY...

The heavily edited be-earlied birthday card...


And the Green Tea + Red Bean cake

Happy 22nd!!!!!

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The Sacrifices?

Exams have ended yesterday and come to think of it, I'm actually busier now (and will so be for the next 3 days until I depart for Sabah).

I've been busy spending time with my friends for the past few days, and popped by a Raleigh fundraising event today. And I'd realised how much I've actually given up over the past 2 months.

The sole purpose of my existence for the past 2 months have been CLP, CLP and CLP. I've missed countless gatherings, yumcha invites, and have basically been deprived of the luxury of just sitting down and relax without going,

"Oh crap, I haven't read XY chapter yet!"

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I've been and (will be) kept busy meeting people over the last (and next) few days. And I realised that there are just so many people I'ld like to meet and spend time with.

Man, thank God that the CLP days are long over (at least for the next 2 months) *touchwood*

Been running around doing errands for the last few days, and boy, I am exhausted. But interestingly, this body of mine seems to be able to function even without the required number of hours of sleep. Say, 4 hours in the past 48+hours? VCKY and SC are both convinced that I'm running on reserves.... Oh well, prolly!

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Bienvenue!

Welcome home, Saturday!

Welcome home, Sunday!

WELCOME HOME, (MY) LIFE!!!!!!!!

CLP's ended. Goodness gracious! Finally....

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Freedom at Last?

I woke up this morning to a text from Anil which read as follows,

"Good morning! Wake up and cherish what may be the last few hours of your student life!"

Ironic but true. Wish me luck...

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So Much for Planning

Gonna have my last paper tomorrow, and I can't stop planning what I'll be doing over the next couple of days till I fly off to Sabah on Monday.

My plans WERE (note past tense used):
1. short hop over to Thailand; 2 days 1 night prolly
2. day trip to Genting
3. hang around in Ipoh (yeah, I know I'm up in Ipoh often enough, but I still like lurking around there)
4. Langkawi
5. Chris Daughtry

*I really wanted to get away and hide somewhere for a few days.

But now,
1. Thailand
- Travel partner opines that 2 days 1 night is too short, plus travel partner ain't free now

2. Genting
- I thought it would be a nice day trip to do alone. But on 2nd thoughts, it's too commercialised for a 'quiet trip'

3. Ipoh
- I doubt it now. Since I'm stuck down South till Friday with a zillion other things to do.

4. Langkawi
- Too faraway. No travelling kaki. So forget it.

5. Chris Daughtry
- SE music jam at 1U. A case of so near yet so far! I've gotta purchase a SE Walkman phone to get passes to that event. And since my dad doesn't print money for a living, I've gotta resort to listening to the concert from my balcony. That is IF the music is not drowned by the noisy traffic.

Dang! So much for the 'wishes' to relax and enjoy myself after the exams! Shod it!

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In Need of Some Zen

Note: 5 subjects rolled into 1 paper - Professional Practice. I'm going mad. Digress, digress, digress...

You used to worry about trivial matters...

Your height, weight, glasses, fashion sense,

cliche, best friend (or lack of it),

100% for Maths, A for your PMR project...

BUT

As you grow older

You learn to let go and say SCREW IT!

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Upacara Menghafal & Memuntah

Grrrr... How I wish it's 12.15pm, Monday 21st July 2008 now...

Professional Practice is driving me nuts! Digress, digress, digress....

Mum should have sent me to a Chinese school, ACS was a bad move... *heh*

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Wonders of the Human Brain

I've been involved in Ops Baca, Ingat dan Muntah over the weekend.

And I've been utterly surprised with the result. I've always blamed my non-Chinese school brain for not being able to memorise stuff, but now the CLP-influenced brain of mine seems to be able to store data when I need it the most.

So hopefully, I'll be able to swallow aka remember everything I'm supposed to and then regurgitate it tomorrow.

They were right when they told me,

"Don't worry, you'll be able to do it if and when you're desperate."

True enough, I'd now say.

But still, I don't see the point of the LPQB (Legal Profession Qualifying Board) stuffing 5 whole subjects into one miserable paper called Professional Practice. And have I not complained/cursed often enough about their absurd Pendidikan Moral-like take on the Ethics & Advocacy section of the paper?

Is this a new take on the word "wholesome""?

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If this is what it takes for me to pass, I'll be desperate enough to do it. Beggars can't be choosers eh!

Raleigh Summer 2008

Source: Summer 08 Project Summary by Raleigh Sabah
PS: I'm not sure if disclosure of project sites in this manner breaches Raleigh expedition ethics. Please let me know if they do. :P
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The projects that I'll be undertaking during my 5 weeks in Sabah.

Community Development Projects:
Gravity Water Feed Systems (2 project teams)
Working in partnership with the local parliamentary representative and sponsored by Coca Cola, it is intended to construct/refurbish two gravity water supply systems.

During the whole process the local community assist with the work and are educated on how to maintain their system in order to provide a sustainable solution to their water requirements.

School Hostel Completion – Kg Togudon, Penampang District (1 project team)
Kg Togudon is a small kampung at the edge of the Crocker Range National Park. Due to the mountainous conditions the houses and community is very dispersed. Many young children come from distant houses/villages as far as 8 hours walk away.

PACOS Trust are a local grass roots charity working to increase the standard of living, provide basic health and education facilities as well as assisting with land rites and capacity building of the local comminuties. Raleigh International has worked with PACOS Trust for 5 years in Sabah, building a number of schools, kindergartens and community facilities.

Last year a major part of the hostel was constructed by Raleigh groups, consisting of 2 large bed rooms (male and female). However the toilets, showers, kitchen and a water supply have yet to be completed. Once finished, this projected sponsored by HSBC will provide young schoolchildren with a safe hostel accommodation.

Kota Belud - Kindergarten Construction (1 project team)
Kota Belud is a small town located a little over an hour north east of Kota Kinabalu, just okf the road to Kudat. Larger than most communities that Raleigh works in, it has a population of over 60,000 people, evenly divided between ethnic Dusun and Bajau.

An area of land has been offered for the construction of a Kindergarten and Nestle are providing the funds for this project. This will be a very unique project as Raleigh is operating in a larger community than normal, the construction of structure is to be completed in only three weeks. Thus requiring long hard days working alongside the local community.

Environmental/Community Project:
Eco Lodge (1 project team)
Working with a small local community cooperative, the Raleigh International team will assist in finishing off an ambitious eco lodge project. It is hoped that the eco lodge will be the key to raising income of the community, increase the economic value of a depleted forest resource, and, in the process, raise funds to support the protection and restoration of the last remaining wetland forests and wildlife of the area.

Built on the edge of a large oxbow lake formed by the former course of the mighty Kinabatangan River, this project has taken many years meticulous planning.

The team may also assist local tradesmen with finishing off the lodge, but they are more likely to help develop trails and plant trees in designated areas, as well as help the local community in its continual battle to rid the oxbow lake of an invasive weed called Salvinia.

And lastly the epic...
Adventure Challenge (All project groups)
Teams will come together after their community or environmental phase for their jungle adventure challenge; well off the beaten track and deep within the pristine jungles of Borneo.

The terrain will be arduous and physically demanding; remote and wild. Teams will have to consider their impact of their actions on the local environment when carrying out designated tasks. A scoring system will be used to gauge the performance of each team.

The final phase of the challenge will see teams going head to head in a physically demanding race which will take into account their previous scores. This final challenge would take place over 24 hours and will see individuals pushed to their limits

The team crossing the finishing line first will be crowned champions!!!!!
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I'm looking forward to everyone of them. So it doesn't really matter which one I'll be posted to.

Prolly the 'bonus' of doing the gravity waterfeed is that I'll (to quote ZY) get to see Jimmy buka paip.... You get to see Rory doing it, I'll tengok Jimmy... :P

PS: Having taken time off the threadmills for 2 months, I hope I'll be fit enough for it.

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The 5am Bootcamp: Week 1

Short update:
http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?file=/2008/7/14/nation/21816709&sec=nation
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5am Bootcamp: Knock-out Round 1.

A short round-up of my personal thoughts on the See-Elle-Pee thus far.

Monday: 14 July 2008
Civil Procedure
- Not as bad as expected. Still a touch and go situation. Touchwood won't fail this paper. Scary though.

Wednesday: 16 July 2008
General Paper
- Managed to finish in time. Honestly hope that the 10mark mistake I made in the Contract bit won't prove costly. Tak mau kantoi!

Friday: 18 July 2008
Criminal Procedure
- Ha Ha! What should I say about this paper. Upacara menyalin 'bible'!
Too good to be true, it's like God sent! Merely a cut, copy and paste exercise from the Criminal Procedure Code, though focus was a lot on the 2007 amendments. No case laws to refer to. So it's just a matter of opening the relevant page and copy balik the statutory provisions.
I must admit, I got bored at the end of the paper. I had time to write nicely instead of scribble, and to stretch my tired arms and neck. *lols* Even hot topics such as alibi and charges tak keluar!!!!!!
Anyway, no complaints, just hope that the examiners won't raise the bar. And barring any unforeseen circumstances, should be able to sail through this paper. 40% can gua....

3 down, 2 more to go!

Monday: 21 July 2008
Professional Practice
- 5 subjects in 1 paper, only allowed to bring in one 'bible' - the National Land Code. Of the 5 subjects involved in this paper, Land law is my weakest subject. Praying hard that the questions 'ngam' makan! Please don't kantoi!

Wednesday: 23 July 2008
Evidence
- Very very abstract paper. I do at times fail to identify the correct issues. Hmmm... hope I get caught often enough during practice questions to avoid getting caught again during the exams!

Wednesday: 23 July 2008 - 12.15pm (GMT +8)

I'll be a FREE LADY!!!!!!!

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Lack of Focus

I mean my SE K610i ;)

Due to its lack of auto-focus function, it's focusing on the wrong thing! Arghh... Potong steam

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The Hill Saga: Part 3

A news article in a Chinese daily (I'm not sure which one) highlighting our plight.

Ah! Finally found it!

<http://mykampung.sinchew.com.my/node/37451?tid=5>

Original article as follows:

(Translations provided - to the best of my Sdn. Bhd. abilities.)

金寶裕隆園居民舉紙卡‧抗議闢路銜接新住宅區

(Sin Chew Jit Poh, 14th July 2008)

"Residents of TJL Raises Placards: Opposes the Construction of an Access Road Linking to a Proposed Housing Project."

霹靂‧金寶）金寶裕隆園居民週日（13日）高舉紙卡，非議屋業發展商在當地開闢一條道路連接正在進行興建工程的住宅區。

Kampar, Perak: The residents of TJL had on the 13th of July staged a protest whereby they raised placards in a show of opposition towards the proposed construction of an access road linking their current residential area to a new housing project adjacent to it.

居民找來霹靂州行政議員兼克蘭芝區州議員曾福仔到場巡視，以及了解該區旁邊約16英畝工地的情況並傳達居民反對開路的意願。

The residents had sought help from their State Assemblyman Chen Fook Chye who had on Sunday arrived to listen to the plights of residents as well as to survey the construction works being undertaken in the site measuring approximately 16acres.

擔心開路引來竊賊

"Fears of Rise in Crime Rates"

居民李永昌(51)指出，裕隆園成立了30年，建在山坡上，住戶約56家，向來都平安無事，他們擔心有關道路開闢後，將會引來小賊偷竊和發生罪案。

Resident, WC Lee (51 years old) stated that TJL has been in existence for the past 30 years and is situated on a hillside. It has 56 houses and has a track-record of being crime-free. He highlighted his concern that the construction of the proposed access road would result in an increase in crimes, particularly theft and burglary around the area.

住在帕里路48號的譚永光（55歲）說，他透露，一名測量師兩星期前到來測量土地時說，他住家外的花園內部份土地被徵收，但他看回本身的地契圖測，發現被徵收的範圍，有8呎土地是屬於他的。

A fellow resident WK Tham (55 years old) disclosed that survey works had been undertaken by land surveyors appointed by the developers and they contended that his garden had encroached into the land belonging to the said housing developers. However, upon inspection of his own Issue Document of Title, he discovered that their contentions were untrue as the measurements were inaccurate and had taken up more than 8 feet of land which rightfully belongs to him.

這情況讓他感到不解，他希望曾福仔和有關發展商協調。

He is baffled by the situation and as such, hopes that Chen Fook Chey would be able to provide him with the needed assistance in the reclamation of land that is rightfully his.

曾福仔：收集資料研究

"Chen Fook Chye: More Research Needed"

曾福仔說，他會收集各方面的資料，以便和有關單位作詳細研究。
Chen added that he had received the necessary material from all parties in order to resolve the necessary dispute.

他表示，他曾於4月帶環境局官員來巡視這片工地，也聯絡過縣土地局，當時被告知，如果樹林被開闢不超過25英畝，即不涉及破壞環境。

He explains that he had visited the site in April along with some officials from the DoE (Department of Environment). He has also been in contact with the District Land Office and was told that no environmental impact assessment is required for land which area is less than 25 acres.

*phew* Translation done!

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