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Contents
3Feature Personality
Clement Lee - Reaching Out to Greater Heights and Depths
4Happenings & Highlights
Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra - East Malaysian TourKiulu 4M Bamboo Rafting ChallengeSabah World Cup Powerboat Race 20088th Sabah Open 2008 Dancesport ChampionshipChinese Calligraphy Solo ExhibitionJom Pigi Taman!Gaya Christmas CarnivalAmazing Carols by CandlelightNews
7Eating Out
COAST Restaurant & Bar-Rasa RiaKedai Kopi Cravings
8Places of Interest
St. Michael’s & All Angels Church, Sandakan
10Feature
Let’s Party - Nights Out in Sabah
12Through The Lens
Food Glorious Food!
14Culture
The Bajau Horsemen of Kota Belud
15Products of the Month at Kadaiku
Sabah Souvenirs &Handicrafts
16Bahasa Malaysia Section18Chinese Section20Japanese Section22Korean Section24Directory Listings25 Sabah Map & Listings
26Racing with Basics:
Kiulu 4M Bamboo Rafting Challenge
ADVISOR
YBhg. Dato’ Seri Tengku Zainal Adlin / Sitti B. Damsal
EDITOR
Melissa Leong
DESIGNER
Trevor Thomson Lam C.W.Charlieking Padasian (Kadaiku Section)
PUBLISHER
Sabah Tourism Board / Sri Pelancongan Sabah Sdn. Bhd.51 Gaya Street, 88000 Kota Kinabalu
TRANSLATORS
Chin Yen Sang (Chinese)Rie Harada (Japanese)Emzee Lee (Korean)
BMEDITOR
PuanHjh. Asmiah Ajamain, Dewan Bahasa Dan Pustaka
DESIGNED & PRINTEDBY COVER
Alric Goh - Sri Pelancongan Sabah Sdn. Bhd.
Inna Kinabalu Sdn Bhd
(Publisher of The New Sabah Times)Jalan Pusat Pembangunan Masyarakat, Sembulan88100 Kota KinabaluEvery effort has been made to ensure that the information iscorrect at the time of publication. The publisher cannot be held responsible for anyinaccuracies, omissions and alterations which may occur as a result of last minutechanges. No part of this magazine may be reproduced without the writtenpermission of the Sabah Tourism Board.
Melissa Leong
Editor
Message from the Editor
D
ecember is a time for manythings: celebration, reflection,thanksgiving and hope. Formany of us, it has been a year ofblessings as well as challenges but asthey say, adversity builds character. It isthese trials that have shaped the ‘SabahMalaysian Borneo’ publication over theyears and we continuously strive forexcellence and, more importantly,growth.On the topic of excellence, we proudlyfeature Clement Lee, Managing Directorand co-founder of Borneo Divers.Clement made history when he recentlybecame the first Asian to be awardedthe DEMA (Diving Equipment andMarketing Association) Reaching OutAward – a prestigious recognition givento outstanding individuals for theircontribution to the global divingindustry. Read about his trials andtribulations in this month’s featurepersonality (p.3). December is also jam-packed with happenings, mostnotably the first ever concert by theMalaysian Philharmonic YouthOrchestra (MPYO) on December 15and the prestigious Sabah F2 WorldCup Powerboat Race 2008 onDecember 13-14. Refer to our Calendarof Events on page 2 for a full list ofwhat’s happening in Sabah this month.During this season of merriment,celebrate the year end at any one ofSabah’s many hip joints, featured onpages 10 and 11. Be it a laid backwatering hole or high energy danceclub, there are more ways than one topaint the town red! Need a quick giftidea that says ‘With love from Sabah’?Then head over to Kadaiku (p.15), oursouvenirs and handicraft shop to fulfillthat Christmas list!A big thank you for all your support andencouragement over the last 12 monthsand we hope to continue to inform,entertain and enlighten you with all thatis Sabah. Have a Merry Christmas andan unforgettable New Year. Jumpa lagi!
 
Chinese Calligraphy Solo Exhibition4 December 2008 – 4 January 2009
This exhibition will showcase Suh Pak Yiu’slatest masterpieces depicting Jesselton (nowknown as Kota Kinabalu) in its olden daysand Chinese poems in calligraphy.Organiser:Sabah Art GalleryFor further info:Datuk Mohd. Yaman Hj. Ahmad MusTel: +6088 268875Fax: +6088 210040Email: gallery_9@msn.com
Amazing Carols by Candlelight6 December 2008
This will be the 8th consecutive year for theresort to organize this charity event in whichall proceeds go to the Sabah ThalassaemiaSociety. People of all ages and nationalitiesare welcome to come together and share inthis festive season as well as contributing bypurchasing coupons.Organiser:Sutera Harbour ResortVenue: Covered Tennis Court, SuteraHarbour Marina, Golf & Country ClubFor further information:Communications Department, SuteraHarbourTel: +6088 318888 ext 3341Fax: +6088 303338Email:communications@suteraharbour.com.my
8th Sabah Open 2008 DancesportChampionship6 December 2008
This is an annual event held to improve thestandard and quality of ballroom dancing inSabah. This event is open to ballroom danc-ing enthusiasts from around the region aswell as from Asia Pacific to take up theChallenge.Organiser:Imperial Ballroom Dancing SchoolVenue: 1Borneo Ballroom, Kota KinabaluFor further info:Anthony KeungSchool PrincipalTel: +6088 253090, +6019 8213322Fax: +6088 238785Email: ymmc7388@tm.net.my
PERTISACharity Dinner and AwardsNight 20086 December 2008
PERTISA(Persatuan Artis Tempatan Sabahor Sabah Local Artistes’Association) inviteyou to a night of goodwill and recognitionduring their annual dinner which takes placeat the Kadazandusun Cultural Association’Hall this month. Proceeds will help fund thelocal entertainment scene while a portion isdonated to the Sabah Society for the Blind.Organiser:PERTISA(Persatuan Artis Tempatan Sabah)Venue: KDCAHall, PenampangFor further info:Gilbert GondonganTel: +6013 871 3372
‘Jom Pigi Taman’6-7 December 2008
Various activities will be held at the SabahAgriculture Park during this event, held inconjunction with the school breaks. Activitiesincluding fishing competitions, family andfriends can enjoy a mountain bike challengeand many more.Organiser:Sabah Agriculture ParkFor further info:Ismail Haji Zakaria (Park Warden)Puan Wan Masamah Wan Abedin(Marketing Officer)Tel: +6087 737952 / 737558 (Tenom)Fax: +6087 737571 (Tenom) / +6088 25852Email: agripark@sabah.net.my
Sandakan Bird Fair PhotographyExhibition6-7 December 2008
In conjunction with the Sandakan Bird Fair,a photo exhibition will take place at 1 BorneoKota Kinabalu this month. Visitors can alsolearn more on how to use specialphotography equipment for birdphotography. Exhibition and talks are heldfrom 10am to 10pm. Admission is free.For further info:Cede Prudente / DulceTel: +6088 225529Email: cpu@tm.net.my
Kiulu 4M Bamboo Rafting Challenge7 December 2008
Atraditional extreme sports competition,which incorporates the four ‘M’s in Kadazan,Manangkus (running), Mamangkar (rafting),Manampatau (bamboo body rafting) andMamarampanau (walking on bamboo stilts).Held in the picturesque district of Kiulu, the4M Challenge promises a wet and wild timefor all.Organiser:Kiulu 4M Challenge Organising CommitteeFor further info:Ariffin Gadait (Organising Chairman)Tel: +6088 225752, +60198624585Fax: +6088 257091Email: Ariffin.Gadait@sabah.gov.my
Hari Raya Aidiladha8 December 2008
Muslims around the world celebrate this dayin the Islamic calendar. Muslims go for theirHaji Pilgrimage prior to the day of celebra-tion.For further info:Email: info@sabahtourism.com
F2 Sabah World Cup Powerboat Race200813–14 December 2008
Kota Kinabalu once again plays host to theF2 Sabah World Cup Powerboat Race 2008.It’s a splashing good time with high-speedpowerboats zooming across the South ChinaSea. Powerboat racers from the UK, UAW,Holland, France and Norway to name a fewwill be vying for the championship title.Spectators can also enjoy a fun-filledcarnival during this 2-day event. See you atthe KK Waterfront!Organiser: Powersport Events Sdn. BhdFor further info:Tel: +6088 261 611Fax: +6088 242 497Website: www.powersportevents.com.my
Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra(MPYO) East Malaysian Tour15 December
Come and enjoy the musical stylings of theMalaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra(MPYO) as they perform in Kota Kinabalu forthe first time. With musicians from ages 13 to33, the MPYO present a host of classicalfavourites, led by principal conductor, KevinField. Ticket prices range from RM30.00 toRM100.00 and a special matinee show forstudents will take place at 2:00pm on thesame day (tickets priced at RM15.00).Tickets can be purchased from SabahTourism Board or Sri Pelancongan Sabah.Organiser:MPYO and Sabah Tourism Board/SriPelancongan Sabah Sdn. Bhd.Sabah Agriculture ParkFor further info/tickets:Susan Shahira (Event Manager, SriPelancongan Sabah)Audrey Ho Huey Lin (MPYO)Tel: +6088 232121 (Susan) / +603 20515673 Fax: +6088 265540Email: agripark@sabah.net.my
Gaya Christmas Carnival17 – 19 December 2008
Celebrate the Christmas season at GayaStreet. Afun-filled event featuring an eveningof Christmas caroling and a variety of stallsto visit. The Carnival runs from 7:00pm to1:00pm on all three days. You can also doyour bit for charity as you enjoy thefestivities!Organiser:Kota Kinabalu City HallSabah Council of ChurchesFor further info:Joannes SolidauTel: +6088 521800Fax: +6088 316137Email: joannes@dbkk.sabah.gov.my
Christmas Day25 December 2008
Midnight services and prayers are held inchurches to celebrate the birth of Christ onthe eve of Christmas. The Christians deco-rate their homes with Christmas trees andreceive carolers that visit from house tohouse. Malaysians of all creeds and racescome together to celebrate the joyousoccasion.For further info:Sabah Tourism BoardSri Pelancongan Sabah Sdn BhdTel: +6088 212121 / 232121Fax: +6088 212075 / 265540Email: info@sabahtourism.com
Pesta Tagal31 December 2008
The district of Penampang celebrates thePesta Tagal (Tagal Festival) which highlightsthe significance of the river and itscontribution to the livelihood of the localcommunity. Join the local folk during NewYear’s Eve as they bring you a myriad ofactivities including fishing competitions, afish-cooking contest, bamboo rafting raceand even a coconut-bowling competition!Other unique contests include the longestunderwater dive (Tumolong). Festivities takeplace along the Moyog River in Kg.Babagon. Come join the fun!Organiser:Penampang Tourism Council (PTC)For further info:Benjamin Golimbi (PTC)Zachary Mobijohn (Sri Pelancongan Sabah)Tel: +6019 822 3377 / +6088 232121
 
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Happenings & Highlights
M
usic lovers in Sabah are in fora Christmas treat this monthas the Malaysian PhilharmonicYouth Orchestra (MPYO) reachesour shores. The 110-memberorchestra will be led by its PrincipalConductor, Kevin Field, as theyperform at the Auditorium TunRaffae, Menara Tun Mustapha,Yayasan Sabah in Kota Kinabalu.Their performance in KotaKinabalu is part of their EastMalaysian tour, with Kuching,Sarawak as their first venue beforeperforming in Sabah. Malaysia’syoungest orchestra, the ensembleis made up of young musiciansfrom around Malaysia ranging inage from 13 to 33. The MPYO wasformed on 13 January 2006 to pro-vide a stage for budding musiciansto showcase their talent and toencourage them in their passionand appreciation for all genres ofsymphonic music. Under theguidance of Kevin Field, eachsection of the MPYO receivesprofessional coaching from theMalaysian Philharmonic Orchestra(MPO) musicians, and members ofthe MPYO also have theopportunity to participate inchamber music ensembles andworkshops during the quarterlymusic camps held each year. Thismonth, let them enrapture you asthey perform a variety of classicalfavourites including Overture:Roman Carnival (Op.9) by Berlioz,Cello Concerto in B Minor(Op.104) by Dvorak andSymphony No.2 in C Minor (Op.17) – ‘Little Russian’byTchaikovsky. Collaborating withthem is MPO Cellist Tan Poh Joo.Ticket prices range from RM30.00to RM100.00. Concert begins at8:00pm. There will also be amatinee show for students at 2:00pm on 15 December; tickets arepriced at RM15.00. Tickets can bepurchased at the Sabah TourismBoard information counter or SriPelancongan Sabah Sdn. Bhd.
For more information, pleasecontact Susan Shahira at 088-232121 or e-mailshahira@sabahtourism.com.For more information on MPYOactivities, contact Audrey HoHuey Lin at 03-20515673 or visitwww.mpyo.com.my
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igh-powered machines that go from zero to 60 miles per hour whilezooming across the South China Sea – a wet and wild spectacle forspeed junkies to enjoy during the F2 Sabah World Cup PowerboatRace 2008. Last year, Kota Kinabalu was selected as one of the fourcities in the world to host this prestigious sporting event, which includ-ed Villa Real de Santo Antonio in Portugal, Riga in Latvia and Jeddahin Saudi Arabia. This year, Sabah is proud to once again host this worldclass race. F2 World Cup teams from UAE, Holland, Norway, France,Qatar, United Kingdom, Finland, Italy, German, USA, Kuwait, Sweden,Portugal and Latvia will be competing to be crowned champion. Lastyear, more than 10,000 people joined in the excitement which tookplace at the Kota Kinabalu Waterfront. Unlike a regular high-poweredspeedboat, Formula 2 boats are able to turn almost instantaneously,incurring more G forces than any other racing machine on the planet!This is due to their specially designed tunnel hulls. F2 boats can alsoreach speeds of up to 200 km/h – quite the adrenaline rush! Inconjunction with the race, there will also be a carnival for the young andold to enjoy. Visit the many food and beverage stalls and other fasci-nating exhibitions. Are you ready for the rush?The F2 World Cup Series is sanctioned under the ruling authority formotorized water-sports, the Union Internationale Mononautique (UIM).
For more information, please contact Powersport Events Sdn.Bhd. at 088-261611, fax 088-242497 or visit the website atwww.powersportevents.com.my
Malaysian Philharmonic Youth OrchestraEast Malaysian Tour, 15 December
F2 Sabah World Cup Powerboat Race 2008, 13–14 December
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