81 Videos By Johor Cjs

The Longest 1Malaysia MuralThe Zon Johor Bahru organized a 1Malaysia Mural painting competition recently. The mural painting theme was '1Malaysia and nature', with the painting stretching up to 518 meters by more than 100 teams from all over country. The mural was declared by Malaysia book of record as the longest Mural painting in  Malaysia.Video by Vijay and Steve, Citizen Journalists MalaysiaDate: 1 March 2011

Johor Bahru Chingay 2011 Night Procession Part 2   Colorful floats were carrying imperade to showcase the various tradition and culture of the chinese clans. Among the intresting item were transformer dragon and various kind of dragins were displayed at the event. Video by Saminathan, Citizen Journalist Malaysia Continued from part 1. Video by Saminathan, Citizen Journalist Malaysia    Date: 28 February 2011

Johor Bahru Chingay 2011 Night Procession Part 1 The city of Johor Bahru went into fiesta mood when thousands of devotess and spectactors gathered and walked about 5 km carrying the five clan deities to bless the down town.Video by Hedges Sun and Steven Chen, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 28 February 2011

Johor Bahru Chingay 2011- Prelude to Night Procession Thousands of devotees pay respect and seek blessing  by praying and perfoming infront of 5 major clans deities before the start of night procession.Video by Hedges Sun, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 28 February 2011

The colorful JB Chingay Story to follow.Video by Hedges Sun & Steve, Citizen JournalistsDate: 23 February 2011

Laugther Yoga founder coming to Johor The Johor Bahru Happy and Joyous Club hosts the four-day maiden visit of Dr Madan Kataria, founder of the World Laughter Club, beginning March 3, 2011."Laughter is therapeutic, improves one's health and is for all age groups," said the Stulang assemblyman, Mok Chek Hou, at the press conference.He added he will propose to the state tourism department to make laughter yoga a niche tourism product in view of its health benefits and its increasing popularity throughout Malaysia and globally.Club chairwoman, Fung Lee Jean made a clarion call to all Malaysians, especially Johoreans, to make "Johor Bahru the city of laughter".She said that a fun and enlightening public programme has been lined up, including a public seminar, laughter yoga sessions with various NGOs, residents associations and also the Johor police force.She invites all Malaysians to participate and to meet Dr. Kataria in person.More information can be obtained from the club's website at www.laughteryoga.com.myVideo by Steven Chen, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 19 February 2011

Money lender's stickers on flameLorry carrying money lender sticker caught with fire. The driver who refused to be identified said, while he tried to take the corner from Pasir Gudang Highway to Johor Jaya, the lorry turn over and caught with fire. He managed to escape through broken windscreen with minor injuries. Fire from the lorry spreads to the nearby bushes but manage to put off by Fireman from

Johor Jaya fire station. Later the owner of the lorry had seen picking up the stickers.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 18 February 2011

Flood devastated school needs aidSJK(T) Ladang Nordanal, Panchor Muar needs aid to restore the school effected by recent flood in Johor. Flood that hit Johor from 31 Jan to 10th Feb 2011 recently had destroy almost everything in the school. This school is located in Ladang Nordial Oil Palm Estate in a small town known as Panchor located in Ledang district, Johor. Currently there are 48 students studying in this school. According to the school management important documents are saved by teachers but due to lack of manpower and transportation, other equipment such as Photostat machine and computers cannot be saved. According to the PIBG head, Mr Batmanathan there were little help from people around as many were busy trying to save their own properties. Mr.Batmanathan, YDP of PIBG  is looking forward for help from Ngos and wealthy individual to support this school so that the students can start back their activities as soon as possible. Recent visits by Johor Cj to the school found that the school management already cleaned up the classroom and compounds but at the moment there is no electricity in school yet and the students are studying on the floor without any facilities. According to the YDP Pibg, they will be getting tables and chairs soon but there are many other things are that is damaged and needs to be replaced. At the moment the school really needs educational items for laboratory, portable white boards, computers, chair and tables for teachers and office and many other types of stationery. Anybody who can help (financially or others), please contact the  Mr Batmanathan, Pibg Ydp at 012-2529583.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 18 February 2011

World Kites Festival Day 1World Kites festival day one in Pasir Gudang started with local kite players from different states competing in three different categories of traditional kites. “Auxiliary, beauty and the flying height of the kite are considered in choosing a winner” said a kite player, Abdul Latiff from Kelantan. Abdul Latiff participated 15 times in the Pasir Gudang World Kite festival and won several categories before. Day two of the festival will continue with kite players from around the world compete each other with modern kites. Video by Vijay Kumar Rahman and Steve, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 17 February 2011

Pasir Gudang MCA CNY open housePlenty of food, plenty of ang paus, and a large crowd. MCA Pasir Gudang held their CNY open house in Johor Jaya hall last Sunday which ws officiated by MP of Pasir Gudang Mohamed Khaled Hj. Nordin. In the event some household goodies were given away for flood victims.Video by Vijay Kumar Rahman, Steve and Saminathan, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 17 February 2011

Flash floods in Mount AustinA heavy down pour for about half an hour caused a flash flood in Taman Mount Austin, Johor Bahru. Jalan Mutiara Emas Utama were badly affected due to the poor drainange and maintenance. Video by  Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen Journalist Malaysia  Date: 14 February 2011

From Puduraya to MalaysiakiniThis footages was shot during the advance training in Malaysiakini. It shows many facets of Kuala Lumpur in the morning. The advance training is an intensive 7 days course conducted for CJ's from Sabah, Sarawak and Johor state.  Video by Vijaya Kumar and Azizan, Citizen Journalist

Date: 6 February 2011

CNY business drop 30% Chinese New Year business hit hard by continuous rain lasting for 3 days. Hawkers complains of 30% drop in sale compare to last year. Video by Vijay and Steven, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 4 February 2011

RM108 for a kilo of Bawal Putih!Two days more for Chinese New Year, fish and  vegetable prices are skyrocketing. Silver Pomfret or Bawal Putih a popular fish during Lunar celebration are being sold as high as RM108 perkilogram. Story and video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman and Steve,Citizen JournalistDate: 1 February 2011

Floods in Skudai3 days of continuous rain in Johor Bahru caused flood in Kg Sepakat Skudai, Johor Bahru."I was in the mid of distributing wedding cards, when my neighbour alerted me of the flood" said En.Rosli, a resident. As the rains continues today, many more places are expected to be hit by floods in Johor.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 31 January 2011

Community policing at Taman NesaSkudai 16/01/2011 - DAP Taman Nesa Skudai and Royal Malaysian Police jointly organized a dialogue session at Taman Nesa here today.  The organizing chair-person, Mrs Kogilavani Subramanian, who is also the Chairperson of DAP Taman Nesa, Skudai, told a MalaysiaKini CJ that the session is to forge a good relationship between police and the public.Talking to some 100 over members of the public, Skudai OCPD Roslan Hassan, who was the guest of honour of the function, stressed that crime level in Skudai has been brought down with the support of the public. He also said to further enhance good relationship between thepublic and police, the department planned to set up "meeting points" around Skudai to facilitate the public to meet and discuss their problems with the police.There were some interesting issues raised by the public, among them was on social disturbance created by foreign workers at Taman Tun Aminah. One of the local residents who took part in the session raised the issue of social disturbance created by drunken foreign workers especially on weekend at Taman Tun Aminah.  Besides that, there were also request from the public to have more traffic lights placed in accident prone junctions in Taman Nesa.Answering these questions, Roslan ensured that these problems will be resolved soon and further welcomed the public to be more proactive in reporting directly their problems to respective departments.Ending the session, Roslan introduced his team of police personnel and their offices.Video and story by Saminathan & Vijay, Citizen JournalistDate: 31 January 2011

Johor Rakan Cop appreciation ceremony An appreciation ceremony was held in MBJB indoor stadium, Johor Bahru on 21 December 2010. The event was officiated by Deputy Home Minister, Lee Chee Leong. The event was attended by local community leaders, Johor Rakan Cop members and the public.A mini exhibition was organized to showcase the various exhibits from the divisions of the Johor police contingent namely, the CID department, commercial crimes, narcotic, forensic and FRUamongst others. A special scrambler motorcycle team named the 'Ninja Squad' which was formed to compliment the existing crime prevention patrolling teams in Johor, was also exhibited.For more information about the Rakan Cop programme, logon to www.rakancop.netVideo and Story by Steven Chen, Akmal Ariffin and Vijay Kumar Rahman, Citizen Journalist    Date: 16 January 2011

Traffic jam, courtesy of DBKLMidnight is the best time to carry out road works to avoid traffic jam. However DBKL prefers daytime repairing and causing a traffic mess at the Jln Tun Perak, Kuala Lumpur.While there is nobody to control the traffic jam, an unidentified man took up the role of traffic controller. He carried out the job diligently with unique style using Malaysian flag and a big Styrofoam hand.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 12 January 2011

Unfinished building needs fund SRJK (T) Ladang Nam Heng needs additional funds to complete an unfinished classroom. The school which has 35 children is located in Ladang Nam Heng , Kota Tinggi, Johor.PIBG head, V. Subramaniam said that the construction of the building stopped halfway as the Indonesian contractor requested for more money than agreed earlier. Initially the price quoted for the building was RM35, 000 and the amount was raised by the PIBG through donations.Video by Vijaya Kumar, Citizen Journalist.Date: 11 January 2011

Disgruntled Johor Indians speak outJohor Indians represented by NGOs voiced out their dissatisfaction on Indian civil servant percentage in Johor State Government in a dialog session with Denison Jayasuria and Siva Subramaniam, President of Johor Welfare Association. President of Johor Indian Welfare Association, M.Subramaniam said that Johor Indians have been fooled and denied their rights by current state government. Among other issues raised in the dialog session is lack of skill training and fund for Indian youths, welfare aid and Hindu cemetery. President of MIBA Siva Kumar warned the ruling government to give attention to these issues and demand a favorable answer within a week or Indians in Johor will decide their future with voting rights.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 1 January 2011

Pemuda Mersing ditembak, keluarga tidak puashati Johor Bahru, 29 Disember - Satu sidang berita hari ini telah diadakan dipejabat CJ.MY Johor Bahru oleh keluarga Azhar Rahman, 39, seorang kontraktor, yang telah ditembak oleh polis baru-baru ini di Mersing. Kejadian berlaku di Mersing semasa pihak polis mengadakan serbuan dadah dirumah kawan Azhar. Jurucakap keluarga Azhar, Siti Aminah, 27 telah menerangkan bagaimana mereka tidak mendapat kerjasama dari pihak polis sejak beliau ditembak hingga sekarang. Ahli Biro Bantuan Guaman PKR Johor, Sdr Gurmit Singh Hullon menyatakan bahawa pihak mereka akan mengendalikan kes ini oleh kerana pihak keluarga Azhar tidak mempunyai kewangan untuk mendapatkan khidmat seorang peguam. Kes ini masih berjalan.Video by Akmal Ariffin, Citizen JournalistDate: 31 December 2010

Kalaiselvam laid to rest at Sg. TiramKota Tinggi, December 26, 2010 The body of S.KalaiSelvam, who died in police custody, was put to rest today at 2pm at Sungai Tiram cemetery. Before this, his body was paraded from his residence at Taman Kota Jaya to the Kota Tinggi Police Head Quarters, for his last ritual.   At least 300 people who took part in the funeral procession which took place this afternoon saw family members and concern citizen carrying banners which depict police brutality. Also present were Johor PKR Chief Chua Jui Meng and MP Kapar S Manikavasagam. Asked on the incident, Chua condemned the act of police for being inhuman in handling S.Kalaiselvam’s case. He also expressed his gratitude towards the Johor Bahru High Court Judge Tuan Kamardin Hashim who ordered a second postmortem in the present of counsel representing the family of deceased.  The judge also ordered an inquest to be held concerning the death of Kalaiselvam in accordance to S334 Criminal Procedure of Penal Court Act 593.   Chua also expressed his regrets over the

present government which failed to established the Independent Police Complaints and Misconduct Commission (IPCMC), as what has been  promised by former Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi.   According to Manikavasagam, in the previous case of A.Kugan, minister concern assured that there will be no re-occurrence of such incidents, but looking at current situation which does not show any improvements, he determined to continue to raise the issue in the parliament.   S. Kalaiselvam was arrested by police at his home on 1st Sept and was remanded for 21 days at the Kota Tinggi district police station. Then the detention was extended for another 60 days under emergency ordinance. Later he was admitted to Sultan Ismail Hospital, Johor Bahru and on Nov 22, S.Kalasiselvam was pronounced dead. The 1st postmortem report indicated that he died from a lung infection.  Story by: Akmal Ariffin , Citizen JournalistDate: 26 December 2010

Death in custody: Kalaiselvam's 2nd postmortemStory to follow laterVideo by Rajan, Citizen JournalistDate: 25 December 2010

Man impersonated for 14 yearsStory to follow.Video by Vijaya Kumar, Citizen JournalistDate: 25 December 2010

Family denied to see Kalaiselvam's body23rd Dec 2010 - Sultan Ismail Hospital refused to allow family of deceased, S.Kalaiselvam to see the body today. Due to that, counsel for the family, Gurmit Singh had obtain a court order for the family to identify the body before the 2nd post mortem conducted on 25th Dec 2010 and allowed lawyer of the family to witness the post mortem. Kalaiselvam was arrested by police at his home on 1st Sept and was remanded for 21 days at the Kota Tinggi district police station. Then the detention was extended for another 60 days under emergency ordinance. Later he admitted to SIH and on Nov 22 Kalasiselvam pronounced dead. The 1st port mortem report indicated that he died from a lung infection. Video by Rajan, Citizen JournalistDate: 24 December 2010

Christmas party for special children December 5th , 2010 - The Lions club of Jb Metro, Lions club of JB Mandarin and Johor Bahru Happy & Joyous Club came together to organize a Christmas party with a theme of "Fun In Fantasy Land" in The Zon, Johor Bahru for 300 special children from 9 homes around Johor Bahru. The kids were entertained with games, songs, magic shows and other fun activities by 106 clowns, Astro champion singer and JB Michael Jackson. The event sponsored by Parkway Health and officiated by Mr.Ang Boon Heng, city councilor. Video By Vijaya Kumar Rahman Citizen JournalistDate: 22 December 2010

Majlis makan roti tanpa air Dapsy Johor Selatan telah mengadakan "Majlis Makan Roti" di Taman Rekreasi Setia Indah, Johor Bahru Johor untuk menyuarakan pendapat rakyat yang membantah pembinaan bangunan warisan 100 tingkat.Dalam majlis ringkas ini ini roti tanpa jenama telah disusun menjadi sebuah "bangunan roti" yang menyerupai bagunan warisan di mana semua yang hadir memakan roti berkenaan tanpa air. Menurut Chen Kan Eng, Ketua Pemuda Dapsy, majlis makan roti ini menandakan pembinaan bangunan warisan ini membazir dan rakyat menangung kos pembaziran ini. Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 21 December 2010

Malaysia 3rd Chocolate FairDecember 17, 2010 - Malaysia 3rd Chocolate Fair 2010 an event dedicated to chocolate lovers and chocoholics. This fair aimed to gather Malaysian chocolate fans and chocolate makers besides helping local chocolate makers to promote their products. The event displayed both local and imported chocolates from a different countries with a wide selections of chocolate flavors. The event held at Expo @ Danga City Mall from 17th to 19th December 2010 and officiated by YB. Dr. Robia Dato' Hj. Kosai.Video by Akmal Ariffin and Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 19 December 2010

World Festival of ScrabbleThis year 2nd. Iskandar Malaysia World Festival of Scrabble beginning Dec.1 , 2010 saw more than 200 scrabble players including world top players from some 30 countries came to Johor Bahru, Johor to compete. The 9 days world event was hosted by the State and supported by the Johor Tourism Department, Johor Bahru Local Council and others.Video by Steven Chen and Vijaya Kumar RahmanCitizen JournalistDate: 10 December 2010

Human Values Expo December 4th, 2010 - 27 Ngos from Johor Bahru took part in a Human Values Expo recently organized by Sathya Sai Council Malaysia, Johor. The aim of the expo is to inspire others by sharing their initiatives for society based on the theme of Love All Serve All by indirectly promote the practice of Human Values such as Truth, Right Conduct, Peace, Love and Non-Violence through inspirational value based activities. Among the participated Ngos are Human Touch Animal Welfare Society, Soka Gakkai International, Palliative Care Association of JB, Orang Asal "Mari Kita Membaca" volunteers and others.The Expo consists of exhibits of various good work carried out by Ngos and private organizations which has benefited the community at large such as service activities to the poor and needy, educational aids, projects in aid of wommen and children, projects to protect environment, promotes human values and animal care.The event officiated by YB. Dr. Robia Dato' Hj. Kosai on behalf of the YAB Dato' Haji Abdul Ghani Bin Othman, Menteri Besar Johor.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 7 December 2010

Tai Chi Show The 25th Anniversary Tai Chi Show was held in Dewan Serbaguna Taman Johor Jaya. Johor Bahru, Johor on the 28th November, 2010. The Tai Chi show was organized by the Johor Bahru branch of Persatuan Tai Chi Chuan Johor headed by PC Low and was jointly officiated by the Vice Chairman of the National Wushu Association of Malaysia,Chen He Jin and the ADUN of Johor Jaya, YB Tan Cher Puk. The show was attended by some 1,000 invited guests who have also donated generously to the Persatuan Tai Chi Chuan Johor, Johor branch building fund.Video by Steven Chen and Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen Journalist.Date: 29 November 2010

Inconsistent rubbish collectionThe rubbish collection at Jln Petri Johor Bahru has become inconsistent recently lead to huge amount of rubbish piled up along the roads. The residents complains that their numerous calls to Southern Waste Management could not solve the problem. When contacted, SWM replied that the garbage trucks under repair and promise to clear the rubbish by this evening. However, according to Mr.Deva , a resident , this is regular promise and excuse given whenever they call for the rubbish collection.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 25 November 2010

Esei tentang nilai murni  Sempena hari Malaysia baru-baru ini, Pejabat Pelajaran Johor Bahru bersama Pejabat Parlimen Johor Bahru dan ngo daripada Johor Bahru telah menganjurkan pertandingan menulis esei dalam bahasa Melayu dan Inggeris berdasarkan lima nilai murni iaitu tanpa kekerasaan, kebenaran, cinta,keamanan dan perlakuan yang baik. Pertandingan ini melibatkan semua pelajar tingkatan empat daripada 44 buah sekolah di seluruh daerah Johor Bahru dan hari penyampaian hadiah telah diadakan di SM Angkatan Tentera Johor Bahru. Video oleh Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Wartawan MasyarakatDate: 14 November 2010

Tampin/Pulau Sebang Railway Station November 6, 2010 -- Tampin/Pulau Sebang Railway Station is situated about 1 km from Tampin town, Negeri Sembilan and serves as the meeting point of west Malaysia's eastern and western railway lines. The station had undergone numerous changes since British time and today the station is on another massive transformation, where a complete new structure with double track is being built. While I was back to my home town last Friday (5th Nov 2010), I got an opportunity to shoot video of the new upcoming building. Brief background of the project:On January 7, 2008 an Indian company, IRCON won the USD1 billion (MYR 3.45 billion) contracts to build a double railway track from Seremban to Gemas. The date of completion for the new Tampin/Pulau Sebang Railway station is not stated on the construction sign board. However the whole project (Seremban to Gemas) is scheduled to be completed in 2012. Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 11 November 2010

Voters Registration At Sutera Mall  Officers from SPR (Suruhanjaya Pilihan Raya) together with volunteers setup a voters registration kiosk in Sutera Mall. The kiosk aims to register eligible Malaysians who are unable to visit SPR office and post office during working hours.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 8 November 2010

Spotting the ArtThe Rotary Club of Johor Straits View D3310 organized a Spot  Art Competition for the children of Rotarian club and a mini art class for the public. The event took place in Sutera Mall, Johor Bahru with the theme of Preserve the Planet Earth.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 8 November 2010

Johor Bahru Deepavali baazarDeepavali bazaar at Johor Bahru offers Hindu's a variety choices of clothes, cookies and decorative item. As there is only one more day for the festival , public could expect last minutes discounts. Video by T. Rajandaran , Edited by Vijaya Kumar RahmanCitizen Journalist.Date: 4 November 2010

JB's ToastmastersToastmasters of JB meets again to practice and improve their public speaking skills. MIM Toastmasters are a non-profit organization developing public speaking and leadership skills trough practice and feedback. Mr. T.Rajandran, citizen journalist invited to join the event.Video by T.Rajandran Edited by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 4 November 2010

Public unaware of RON 97 price hikeAs petrol price gone up 5 sen today, public are unaware of the price hike. Why the announcement is not made in major newspaper and media is a big question mark for

many.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 2 November 2010

CJMY JB Chapter and KomKini launch: Part 2- Speeches and dialogue sessionSpeeches during official Opening of CJ.MY Johor Bahru & launching of Komunitikini online portal and dialogue session with Mr. Premesh Chandran, CEO of Malaysiakini. Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 1 November 2010

CJMY JB chapter and Komunitikini launchJohor Bahru CJ.MY’s office and Komunitikini portal was officially launched on 30th Oct 2010 in Taman Molek, Johor Bahru by Mr.Premesh Chandran, CEO of Malaysiakini and Mr Maran Perianen. Video with the speeches by VIPs will follow later.Video by Vijay Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 1 November 2010

Haze getting worse in Ulu Tiram, JohorAs schools in Muar have been closed due to haze, air quality in Ulu Tiram too has deteriorated. Department of the Environment should now conduct air quality tests in all parts of Johor and keep the public informed of the air pollutant index (API).Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 22 October 2010

Kelantan chief visits JohorKelantan chief Minister Nik Abdul Aziz visited the state of Johor, and gave a series of speeches across Johor Bahru. During one of those speeches at Skudai, he touches on current political issues and also on the Internal Security Act (ISA).Video by Rajan and Steven, Citizen JournalistsDate: 18 October 2010

'Ah Long' nuisance at Taman MolekAh Long sticker can be found all over Taman Molek and it's a common problem all over the Johor state. You can find it everywhere, lamp post, TNB substation, road signage and many more places you least imagine. Even though it's illegal to give out loans -- the Ah Long's has been menacing the town with their advertisement which is done in a bad taste. Their stickers which are hard to remove leave unpleasant stains upon removal. It has become a great nuisance for the public. Despite of a death treat received by residents of Taman Molek from some 'Ah Longs', Johor Bahru citizen journalists (Cj) bravely got on to the field to cover the story with an exclusive interview of Hj Idris Md. Yusof 54, president of KRT Taman Molek on this issue.Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 11 October 2010

NGO providing emotional support3rd October 2010, The Zon Johor Bahru - Befrienders JB organized its very first Indoor Treasure Hunt with theme of Hunt for Health and 4th Annual Reaching - Out together with fund raising event. The hunt is organized in conjunction with World Mental Health Day (10th October 2010) which flagged off by honored YB Mok Chek Hou, Adun Stulang and participated by many Ngos from around Johor Bahru. YB Mok Chek Hou congratulates Befrienders for the love and concern being showered to the community particularly to those who are in despair and distress. Befrienders briefly is a non-profit and non-governmental organization that gives an emotional support to people who are in misery, loneliness, despair and have tendency to suicide. According to the president of Befrienders JB Esther Teo, approximately 1 million people kill themselves every year and many would not if only they had someone to talk to and by talking to us may help someone to save their own life. Befrienders Johor Bahru can be contacted via

Phone Helpline 1: 607-3312300 Video by Vijaya Kumar Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 5 October 2010

Accident prone u-turn An accident involving 2 cars occurred at the T junction outside of Precinct 12, Setia Indah Johor Bahru on 24th of September. 2 residents made a u-turn from the opposite sites collided. No one was injured but both vehicles were badly damaged. The accident led to a huge traffic jam for an hour and there was a heated argument between the victims. According to one witness many accidents had happened before at the same spot. Some residents said that the accident happened because of no proper sign board erected or no traffic light to prevent a dangerous u-turn.  The relevant authorities and developers should look into this matter before another mishap. Video by Vijay Kumar, Citizen JournalistDate: 1 October 2010

Stylo vs Skema6 November 2010 - Kelab Belia Aktif Dan Berfaedah (KAFF) telah menganjurkan satu program untuk golongan belia yang diberi nama Daerah Tanpa Tie yang berlangsung di belakang bangunan Kluang Parade, Kluang, Johor. Program yang bermula jam 3 petang dan berakhir hingga tengah malam ini dipenuhi dengan berbagai aktiviti seperti pameran Vespa, klinik baju rakyat, persembahan muzik oleh anak tempatan dan juga Nik bin Jidan, pertunjukan permainan papan luncur, pameran grafiti dan tayangan filem Gadoh serta berbagai lagi aktivti anak muda yang diketengahkan dalam program ini. Slot sembang tepi bersama Hishamuddin Rais yang dihoskan oleh Nur Fazleena Hishamuddin bermula jam 8:30 malam membincangkan tajuk Skema vs Stylo. Walaupun hujan, program ini berjaya menarik lebih 300 orang pengunjung dari pelbagai lapisan masyarakat.Video by Amirull Salihing dan Azizan Yunos, Citizen JournalistDate: 9 November 2010

Demokrasi yang dicemburuiPengerusi PKR Cabang Kuala Krau HJ Suhaimi Said berkata bahawa demokrasi di dalam Parti Keadilan Rakyat adalah satu eksperimen and adalah dicemburui oleh UMNO. Dia juga menyatakan bahawa walaupun di boleh menerima mana-mana calon yang memenangi jawatan timbalan presiden, di menyokong Azmin Ali untuk memegang jawatan tersebut. Video oleh Amirul Salihing, Wartawan MasyarakatDate: 20 October 2010

Abolish ISA vigil in Johor BahruThe concerned citizens of Johor Bahru joined the candlelight vigils to commemorate the Internal Security Act's (ISA) 50th anniversary which took place in seven places around the country.  Contrary to 30 over people arrested in Petaling Jaya, the Johor Bahru candlelight vigil was relatively peaceful.Video by Amirul Saihing, Rajandran Thaiman and Steven Chen, Citizen JournalistsDate: 2 August 2010

Police action on PKR ceramah in Batu Pahat, JohorHassan Karim share his story on PKR program in Batu Pahat, Johor on 31st July 2010. He was interviewed at Anti-ISA vigil in Johor Bahru.Video by Rajandran Thaiman, Citizen JournalistDate: 2 August 2010

Art festivities sparks JBJB Art Festival is an annual event organized by The Johor Society for the Performing Art (JSPA). This 7th JB Art Festival runs from 29th June to 24th July 2010 at Bukit Timbalan, Johor Bahru.   This 7th JB Art Festival runs from 29th June to 24th July 2010 at Bukit Timbalan, Johor Bahru.   Video by Amirull Salihing, Citizen Journalist    

Date: 19 July 2010

Chua Jui Meng: Press statement by Johor Council Of Royal CourtThe Johor Royal Council has confirmed that it has stripped PKR supreme council member Chua Jui Meng of his two 'datuk' titles. Abdul Rahim Ramli, secretary Council of Royal Court and chancellor of the most Honourable Order of the Crown of Johor at a press conference in Istana Besar Johor.Video by Amirull Salihing and Steven Chen, Citizen JournalistsDate: 12 June 2010

Facing demolitionAn interview with a resident from Kg Denai Pinggiran, Kempas who is facing demolition tomorrow. Video by Amirul Salihing and Rajandran Thaiman, Citizen JournalistsDate: 23 March 2010

Orang Asli win damages for demolished chapelIn a significant decision against the government, the Orang Asli Laut of Kuala Masai, Johor were awarded damages yesterday for the unlawful demolition of their chapel by authorities in 2005.Ruling in favour of plaintiffs Orang Asli residents Khalip Bachik and Kelah bin Lah, High Court Judge Zakiah Kassim said the defendants trespassed onto the land and had no right to tear down the chapel (pictured before demolition).The Orang Asli had levelled their challenge against the Johor Lands and Mines director, the Johor Bahru City Council and the Orang Asli affairs department (JHEOA) read more   Video by Rajandran Thaiman & Steven ChenDate: 24 September 2010

Once a construction site...What was once a flourishing construction, now has become a dumping site in the midst of rubbles of abandoned buildings.   Video by Rajandran Thaiman, Citizen JournalistDate: 20 September 2010

Charity and Hungry Ghost festival in Taman MolekThe residents of Taman Molek, Johor Bahru gathered during the Hungry Ghost Festival celebration to raise fund through auctioning of auspicious items during the dinner celebration will be donated to selected and deserving schools and welfare organizations. Last year, some RM120,000.00 were donated to several selected and deserving schools and charitable organizations. Since the formation of the association several years ago, more than RM900,000.00 were raised and donated out to the selected deserving schools and          welfare organisation. Qing Zhong Yuan Festival Supporters Association of Taman Molek, Johor Bahru has been spearheading this effort for the past few years. Video by Steven Chen & Rajandran Thaiman, Citizen Journalists.Date: 7 September 2010

My Project cont-1.mp4Video by Rajandran Thaiman / Amirul, Citizen JournalistsDate: 22 April 2010

Muflis Johor 2012 Video by Rajandran Thaiman, Citizen JournalistDate: 22 April 2010

Meeting Skudai ADUN, Dr Boo - Part 1Video by Rajandran Thaiman / Amirul, Citizen JournalistsDate: 22 April 2010

Penduduk bantah, operasi roboh ditangguhkanEkoran bantahan penduduk, operasi meroboh rumah setinggan di Kampung Denai Pinggiran, Kempas di Johor Bahru ditangguhkan selama tiga hari sehingga Sabtu ini.   Video oleh Amirul Salihing dan Rajandran Thaiman, Wartawan MasyarakatDate: 24 March 2010

古老的新山美食（ 5 ）李記柔佛辣沙 古老的新山美食（5）李記柔佛辣沙走過了 64個年頭的古老的柔佛巴魯美食（柔佛辣沙）李記老闆講早在 1946年媽媽已開始賣柔佛辣沙了傳承到他兒子已第三 代了（1946年-2010年）64年走過了半個世紀的廚藝傳承已三代人柔佛柔佛巴魯大馬花園 ~ 紀金髮茶餐室（Shell 油站旁邊）JALAN BADIK 、TAMAN SRI TERBAU、JB Johor採訪製作：HooCharlie 公民記者 Citizen Journalist kthoo30@gmail.com 2010年 12月 11日Date: 20 December 2010

古老的新山美食（ 4 ）阿旦粿條仔 古老的新山美食（4）阿旦粿條仔（開業於 1947年）阿旦粿條仔~ 傳承至今已 63年經過了半個世紀的經營 ~ 大眾化消費贏得客似雲來傳承至今、位於大馬花園 ~ JALAN BADIK、JB JOHOR採訪製作：HooCharlie 公民記者 Citizen JournalistDate: 5 December 2010

古老的新山美食（ 3 ）財葉粿條麵湯 古老的新山美食（3）財葉粿條麵湯 由 1957年～今年 2010 经营傳統麵食 53年~ 走過了半個世紀 ~ 都是親力親為 經過了歲月時光考驗 ~ 捉住顧客的口味 位於：柔佛新山 JALAN AH SIANG、JB JOHOR 採訪製作：HooCharlie 公民記者 Citizen JournalistDate: 27 November 2010

古老的新山美食（ 2 ）亞華粿條 亞華粿條 ~ 古老美食之一 新山市區紗玉街 ~ JALAN SEGGET 經過了半個世紀的亞華粿條湯、廚藝傳承于媳婦楊女士 走過了半個世紀的亞華粿條湯 由柔佛新山~ (紗玉河流域）傳統美食的經營工具、開始于三輪車上售卖。 老闆娘告訴採訪者 ~ 亞華粿條生意已經營了數十年 但不能正式確定、(家公亞華）由什麼年代開始經營這門生意。 傳統式 ~ 火炭烹煮 JALAN SEGGET、80000、JOHOR BAHRU、JOHOR   採訪、攝影製作：HooCharlieDate: 25 November 2010

古老的新山美食 (1) 木清肉骨茶 走过了半个世纪（50年）的肉骨茶 传统的美食厨艺已传承到孙子第三代了。 由 60年代柔佛新山〜古老的（沙钰河）巴刹仔〜走入花园住宅区，走过了半个世纪的肉骨茶   柔佛新山大马花园〜中华公会对面惹 BADIK 1，塔曼斯里兰卡 TERBAU，巴顿柔佛 旧店于：惹 Lumba库达于（狮城酒店同排）Date: 18 November 2010

素里里乘船出海钓鱼 Tanjung Sedili Johor 素里里乘船出海钓鱼岛吉丁宜附近岛屿垂钓。本团队为了给机会渔夫（白须公）表演钓鱼功夫，不惜下重本花上以四个数字计算的油钱，来凑足这趟外海钓鱼之旅，搬来三个大冰桶准备装鱼，很快的看过这片录影十分钟后就有了结果。。。。。。。。Date: 18 November 2010

The Longest 1Malaysia Logo Mural Wall Painting- Part 1The Longest 1Malaysia Logo Mural Wall Painting in Johor Bahru. The event of this Mural Painting was in the form of a competition with the theme "Colors of 1Malaysia in Nature". The venue was the ZON and the main sponsor was Jotun.Video by Lee-Jean Citizen JournalistDate: 1 March 2011

The upsides of laughter20th February 2011 Members of the Johor Bahru Happy & Joyous Club were invited by EON Bank to have 30 minutes of Laughter exercises with the parents and children from the Down Syndrome Society of Johor.  The mission of this society is to uncover the talent and to optimize the potential of individuals with Down syndrome through education and holistic support, and to work seamlessly with all parties to achieve this end. The address is No. 1, Jalan Indah 10/8, Taman Bukit Indah, Johor Bahru. Dr Yeo Kee Jiar encourages parents with Down Syndrome children to come forward and join the Society.  The administrative person in charge is Ms Heng and can be contacted at 016-7705535. Video by Lee-Jean, Citizen JournalistDate: 21 February 2011

CNY joy for the Libyans  It was a joyous Chinese New Year experience for 2 Libyans from Tripoli.  Walid Otamhn, an air steward and Nader Khalil Emhemed, an engineer are students at ELS language Centre in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Through their English teacher, Teresa Yeo, they were invited to a Chinese New Year Open House hosted by Ong Mui Keow. There were lots of laughter, fun and food. Video & Story by Lee-Jean, Christine Leong, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 13 February 2011

All is not forgotten at Kluang Old Folks HomeThe Chinese New Year of the Rabbit brings joy to the residents of The Old Folks Home at Jalan Haji Manan, Kluang in Johor. Red packets or "ang pows" were given by visitors, young and old. The visitors' warmth went a long way in reassuring the elderly that their presence is not forgotten.Video & Story by Lee-Jean, Citizen Journalists MalaysiaDate: 9 February 2011

Senior citizens' happy times23rd January, 2011 (Sunday) 364 inmates and 48 caretakers from 19 homes were invited by The Kiwanis Club of Johor Bahru to a sumptuous meal at the Grand Straits Garden, Johor Bahru. This is an annual affair in which the club brings cheer to senior citizens from homes in and around JB by inviting them to a luncheon in conjunction with Chinese New Year. This is a one-stop event where well wishers of Johor Bahru who wish to donate towards these inmates, turned up with red packets and gifts. The senior citizens were entertained by Laughter Yoga leaders from the Johor Bahru Happy and Joyous Club and Edmund Dass who performed with a repertoire of songs. There were also 3 local and 9 China artistes from the 2000 Disco, Taman Pelangi who entertained the inmates. Magic Cut Studio Hair Stylists, a local hair salon, provided hair stylists who cropped the inmates’ hair for free. The crowd was ecstatic with the appearance of the God of Prosperity. The arrival of the guest of honour, Datuk Ng See Tiong, member of the Dewan Undangan Negeri of Kawasan Parit Yaani, was heralded by a lion dance troupe. The Organising Chairperson was Ms Serena Quek and she thanked all the well wishers and sponsors who helped make the occasion a success. The oldest inmate who turned up at the function was 91-year old Liew Kee from the Joyce Old folks Home, JB. He was admitted to the home in 2005 and is apparently very happy with his living conditions. He received a souvenir for being the oldest inmate who turned up that day. According to Tan Yung Cuan, a student of the Southern College, this project gave him a chance to be involved in a meaningful community service project. Students from the Southern College and the SMK Convent helped to blow balloons, usher the guests and distribute the goodies. Video & Story by Lee-Jean, Teresa Yeo, MK Ong & Christine Leong Citizen Journalist Malaysia  Date: 30 January 2011

Cost or Cause?22nd January, 2011, Plentong, Johor Bahru. An ex-multi national company executive, Ms Josephin Mary Paul, the president of the Humane Touch Animal Welfare Society is a good

samaritan who established a home for abandoned dogs 5 years ago in Plentong. Before that, she was at another shelter which she had built at a cost of RM 70,000. The owner of the land, Mr. Chong, wanted to sell the land and wanted her to vacate the place. Her dogs were eventually evicted, her shelter was bulldozed to the ground and in the process, 5 dogs were killed. She had a lawyer to represent her but could not afford to continue to pursue this case. Together with her uncle Rufus Eabenazar and her sister, they started the present shelter for abandoned dogs on a piece of land which she gets to use on an annual basis. Her shelter takes care of 60 dogs and in her own house in Taman Daya, she also takes care of 20 cats.When interviewed, the canine lover with a big heart, said that she needs a lot of financial support from the public. She needs RM 2,000 per month for food and RM 1,000 for petrol and utilities. In addition, she needs RM 3,000 for medicine for the dogs.When asked if members of the public assist her, she replied that the members of her society help her. Currently, there are 3 restaurants in Taman Daya which donate left-over food to her. The Sathya Sai Council, Johor Bahru arranges for the dogs to be vaccinated every three months and it plans to build an open shelter in the one acre land next to her present premises. Generous readers may contact her at 016-7450 618 if they wish to donate to her society.Video & Story by Lee-Jean, MK Ong & Teresa Yeo Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 23 January 2011

Book Sale at Singapore Flea Market to help Orang Asli Children“Mari Kita Membaca (MKM)” is a project set by a group of concerned Malaysians to help out less fortunate children in rural area of Malaysia by providing books and setting up libraries in rural villages of Orang Asli (indigenous people living in Malaysia). As to fund their activities, the group recently organized a book sale in a flea market in Holland Village, Singapore. “Using the money raised from the sale, we will be able to provide more books to more villages of Orang Asli in Malaysia”, said Rusaslina Idrus, a Malaysian anthropologist, currently a visiting fellow at a research institute in Singapore who received her PhD training in Social Anthropology from Harvard University. Her research focuses on indigenous rights in Malaysia.   Members of Mari Kita Membaca , Shi Hsia and Guan Sing, who were present at the stall, were glad to see friends and fellow students from National University of Singapore supported the book sale. “We manage to make around S$400 dollars from the sale and would like to thank our friends and families for their support”, said Shi-Hsia. MKM is planning to organize more events like these in the future and looking forward for public support and participation. Those interested in participating in MKM activities may visit www.marikitamembaca.org  or write to lin@marikitamembaca.org for further details or may also catch them at Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/kawan kawan#!/pages/Kawan-Kawan-Mari-Kita-Membaca/129527197099892Video by Saminathan Munisamy, Citizen JournalistDate: 26 February 2011

Flashback of Johor with a sumptuous mealFine authentic Indian food and a lesson on old Johor..this is what you expect when you decided to treat yourself a good Indian lunch at Bagawan Delights Fine Cuisine situated at Taman Molek, Johor Bahru. Even though born as a Perakian, Mr. P.S Sam (50), who owns the business, share so much of passion for Johor and her history. "My father came to Johor when I was seven. When I was 15, I found my passion for old photographs and decide to collect them from all sources", said Sam. "During those days, photographs are easily obtained for reasonable price. I spent most of my pocket money for my collection. Now they worth a fortune" said Sam when asked on how he managed to collect photographs of old Johor Bahru. Looking at these collections surely will make us wonder how modernization has taken its course around us. Bagawan Delights Fine Cuisine also well known here for their authentic Indian cooking like Salted Fish Curry (Karuvattu Kari) and other dishes as well. News and video by Saminathan

Munisamy and Vijay Rahman, Citizen JournalistDate: 19 February 2011

Insiden Highland Tower berulang kembali?Kotor..jijik..busuk dan membahayakan…itulah keadaan Rumah Pangsa Kos Rendah di Taman Jaya, Skudai, Johor Bahru. Kami terpaksa meredah hujan lebat semalam untuk sampai ke tempat itu dan tinjauan kami mendapati hanya 3 buah keluarga sahaja yang mendiami Blok 4 Rumah Pangsa Taman Jaya. Selebihnya, 61 buah keluarga telah mengosongkan rumah mereka kerana bimbang akan keselamatan mereka. Lebih memeranjatkan kami, terdapat individu-individu yang tidak diketahui kewarganegaraan mereka mengambil kesempatan menggunakan rumah-rumah yang tidak didiami itu untuk menternak ayam dan memanggang daging babi. Apabila ditanya mengenai keadaan rumah pangsa itu, ahli jawatankuasa penghuni rumah pangsa tersebut, En Rozy Ahmad, 53, memberitahu bahawa hanya mereka yang tidak mampu menyewa rumah di kawasan itu masih tinggal di rumah pangsa tersebut memandangkan sewa rumah di kawasan itu adalah dalam sekitar RM600 sebulan. Seorang lagi penghuni rumah pangsa itu, Pn Tabiah Ahmad Jalil, 51, seorang ibu tunggal yang tinggal bersama 4 orang anaknya yang masih bersekolah, meluahkan keperitan yang dialaminya disebabkan oleh masalah pembentungan air najis yang tidak betul dan keselamatan anak-anaknya. Salah seorang seorang pemilik rumah pangsa, En Baskhara Rao Ramasamy menjelaskan bahawa masalah keretakan yang serius mula dialami sejak tahun 2005. Menyedari keadaan ini, penghuni-penghuni mula berusaha untuk mendapatkan penjelasan daripada pemaju perumahan dan kerajaan negeri. Tetapi segala usaha mereka sia-sia kerana keretakan dialami menjadi amat serius sehinggakan struktur tetulang sementara perlu didirikan di salah sebuah rumah bertujuan untuk mengelakkan rumah pangsa itu runtuh dan ranap. Justeru itu, kebanyakkan penghuni mengosongkan rumah pangsa mereka dan terpaksa menyewa rumah di sekitar kawasan itu. Rata-rata, kesemua penghuni dan pemilik rumah pangsa Taman Jaya, Skudai inginkan kerajaan negeri memberikan kata putus secepat mungkin untuk menyelesaikan masalah mereka. Selagi itu, masyarakat di sini akan terus hidup dalam keadaan kotor, jijik, busuk dan membahayakan. Sekiranya masalah ini tidak diberi perhatian segera, kita mungkin akan menyaksikan satu lagi insiden “Highland Tower” berulang di negara ini. Video dan laporan : Saminathan Munisamy Citizen Journalist Malaysia    Date: 31 January 2011

Rubbish galore at penyiaran satuJohor Bahru, Skudai Taman Universiti.Rubbish has not been collected for more than one week, causing discomfort among residents at Jalan Penyiaran Satu here. Rubbish bags are scattered all over the place where a row of restaurants are situated nearby. Some of the residents and restaurants owners complained that the last rubbish collection was done two weeks ago. One of the restaurant owner,  who refused to be identified, told that his business is badly effected due to the horrible stench emitted from the rubbish site. Video and story by Saminathan Munisamy, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 30 January 2011

Youngsters cheer up the elderlyThe 13th Lunar New Year Senior Citizen Luncheon was organized by Kiwanis Club of Johor Bahru, a charity organization, and saw encouraging involvement by youngsters around here. Most of them were school and college students who volunteered to cheer up around 140 senior citizens from 38 welfare homes took part in the function. Malaysiakini's CJ was fortunate to interview some of these young minds which inspired us with their selfless service. Students from Kiwanis Student Club of JB Convent Secondary School expressed their passion toward

helping less fortune community. The Lunar New Year Luncheon is an annual event organized by Kiwanis Club Johor Bahru. Video and story by Saminathan Munisamy, Jean, Teresa, Vijay and MK. Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 30 January 2011

Joyful laughter at Taman MolekOne good way to destress is to laugh; and you can have a good laugh by joining the Joyful Laughter group every Saturday at 7.00 to 7.30 a.m.  The group comprising of young and old can be found having lots of good laugh at Jalan Molek 1/27.Video by Christine Leong, Citizen JournalistDate: 22 February 2011

Cross at your own riskStudents taking school buses to SM Taman Molek risk their lives everyday as they cross the haphazard road to get to school.  Irresponsible buses indiscriminatedly drop them wherever they find convenient.  These students then criss-cross cars, buses and motorcycles to get to the entrance.There has been no solution forth coming despite refering this matter to the school through the Parents Teachers Association. Relevant authorities must be proactive in solving the traffic problem before anything serious happens. Video by Christine Leong, Citizen Journalist  Date: 22 February 2011

Community Get-TogetherWith the crime rate in Johor Bahru at its height, the sense of security among the residents has been running thin.Residents living on Jalan Ros Merah 4/15, took matter into their own hands.  Fed up with their shoes being stolen, cars and houses broken in; residents from 37 houses employed security guards to keep their homes secured. The committee later on organized a dinner buffet using the leftover money from the security fees of the past yearVideo by: Christine Leong, Citizen Journalist MalaysiaDate: 16 February 2011

Freedom Film Fest: Filem Rakyat Untuk Rakyat Tayangan umum Freedom Film Fest 2010 di Tropical Inn Johor Bahru telah dianjurkan oleh KOMAS. Terdapat 3 buah filem yang telah ditayangkan, semuanya merupakan pemenang-pemenang bagi Freedom Filem Fest (FFF) 2010. Kesemua filem yang ditayangkan ialah berdasarkan  kejadian sebenar yang di Malaysia.Video oleh Azizan Yunos, Wartawan MasyarakatDate: 25 October 2010