NEWS & EVENTS

An engagement session between TNB Melaka and REHDA Melaka chaired by Tn Khairizam Ibrahim, Head of Customer Services Melaka, Retail Division, TNB was held on 3 April 2024 to discuss on issues related to TNB supply, street lighting application, and etc.

It was an enlightening meeting, and we hope that the meeting will address some of members' issues for the betterment of the state housing and property industry.

A waste management company SWM Environment had paid a courtesy visit to REHDA Melaka to introduce their recycling initiatives to the Branch Committee Members as well to foster closer collaboration between SWM and REHDA Melaka members.

During the discussion, Pn Nurul Liza binti Mohd Najib, the company Manager of Corporate Communications and Government Affairs, briefed attendees on their incentive-based programe called KITARecycle programme for recycling initiative across the three southern states in Malaysia, namely Johor, Melaka and Negeri Sembilan. The proramme is a reward recycling program aims to motivate people to engage in recycling activities and earn reward points, which may then be exchanged for cash via online banking.

SWM is inviting developers in Melaka to collaborate with SWM to become “SWM Strategic Partners” to provide and set up recycling facilities, namely the KITARecycle Drive-Thru Center or rumah KITARecycle in residential areas. With the establishment of recycling facilities, it is expected that the recycling rate of waste materials will significantly increase, reducing the amount of waste entering landfills.

1 December 2023 – The Branch had an engagement session with Syarikat Air Melaka Berhad (SAMB) chaired by SAMB Chief Executive Officer Encik Abdul Rashid Bin Ab Rahman at Wisma Air Melaka. SAMB briefed generally on the new “e-Permohonan SAMB” processes and timeframes. Several issues faced by members were discussed, which including SAMB’s elevated water tank requirement, delay in approval process, cost for pipe laying by developers and etc.

REHDA Melaka representatives also had the opportunity to visit the newly established dashboard system “SAMB Smart Intelligent Command Centre” (SICC) led by Encik Abdul Rashid. The main objective of SICC is to monitor the collection and analysis of various operational data starting from raw water, the distribution of treated water supply across the state as well as consumer complaints, as more accurate data could be received directly to facilitate strategic planning and action by all parties.

It was a fruitful session with the CEO proposing a more precise workshop to obtain industry updates and to discuss challenges faced by SAMB and developers.

REHDA Melaka recently organized a 4-day study tour to Danang and Hoi An, Vietnam, held from 10 to 13 November 2023. The study tour, led by Branch Chairman Datuk Ng Choon Koon, brought together 22 participants.

During the tour, the group explored various captivating sites, including Danang Cathedral, Dragon Bridge, Love Bridge, Bana Hills, Hoi An Ancient Town, and the Cham Museum. One of the highlights of the tour was the visit to Hoiana Resort & Golf, Vietnam's first and finest integrated resort, offering stylish accommodation, world-class golf facilities, and exhilarating entertainment.

REHDA Melaka extends heartfelt gratitude to all tour members for their participation in the REHDA Melaka Danang Hoi An Tour, contributing to the creation of a memorable and enriching experience.

REHDA Melaka's 2nd MAPEX 2023 took place from October 31 to November 5, 2023, at AEON Mall Bandaraya Melaka. Pelaburan Hartanah Berhad, 21 developers, and Bank Simpanan Nasional participated in the 6-day exhibition to showcase over 3,700 units of various property types, totaling a sales value of RM1.42 billion.

The Opening Ceremony on November 3, 2023, was honored by the presence of YB Datuk Zulkifli bin Datuk Seri Mohd Zin, the Melaka State Deputy EXCO of Housing, Local Government, Drainage, Climate Change, and Disaster Management, representing YAB Chief Minister of Melaka. Also in attendance were YB Allex Seah Shoo Chin, Melaka State EXCO of Entrepreneur, Cooperative Development, and Consumer Affairs, Encik Salleh bin Hamidom, Executive Director of Lembaga Perumahan Melaka, Encik Abdul Rashid bin Ab Rahman, Chief Executive Officer of Syarikat Air Melaka Berhad, Datuk Ngoh Chun How, Branch MAPEX Organizing Chairman, Branch Committees, Branch Hon Advisors, and members.

As the strategic financial institution for this MAPEX, Bank Simpanan Nasional organized various engaging activities during the roadshow, including the BSN Got Talent Competition, Singing Competition, Fashion Show, and Local Artist Performances.

REHDA Melaka expresses gratitude to Bank Simpanan Nasional and all exhibitors for their support and help to the success of the MAPEX Melaka roadshow.

REHDA Melaka Briefing Session Series 2/2023 - Energy Commission Dialogue Cum Briefing Session in collaboration Suruhanjaya Tenaga Negeri Sembilan & Melaka (ST N9 & Melaka) for property & housing developers attended by 27 branch members was held successfully on 27 September 2023 at MITC Hotel.

The event commenced with the welcome remarks of Ir Amir Faisah Bin Khamshah Director of ST N9 & Melaka and followed by the presentation of "Domestic Electrical Wiring Installation Guideline & Guide on Electric Vehicle Charging System (EVCS)” steered by Pn Alyaa Binti Zainal Abidin Assistant Director of Safety Regulation, Electrical/Gas Safety Development Unit, ST HQ.

The Dialogue Cum Briefing Session hosted by ST N9 & Melaka concluded with a group photo at the stage of MITC Hotel’s function hall and a thank you note to Suruhanjaya Tenaga Negeri Sembilan & Melaka for the presentation and kind hospitality.