Austral Residences @ Metro Puchong

Austral Yarra Link is architecturally superior to other link house. Here, every feature is designed so that you enjoy seamless integration between the indoor and outdoor spaces of your home. Foldable sliding doors extend your living area outdoor, adding to the sense of spaciousness. Large aluminum windows not only let the light and air in but provide most beautiful views of the landscape and streetscape around.

Additionally, a rear balcony on the first floor provides the perfect nook for a cuppa overlooking the landscaped back lane, a feature hardly found anywhere else. At Austral Yarra Link we’ve transformed the back lane that separates two rows of houses into a garden complete with turfing and plants, creating a green belt of extra recreation space.

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Puchong Needs A Hospital

It is hard to believe that the thriving township of Puchong, which has about 300,000 residents does not have a government hospital.

MP for Puchong, Gobind Singh Deo: You don’t want the person to die in an ambulance.

Awtar Singh: What about poor people? These people also deserve proper medical attention.

If its residents need to go to a government hospital, they will have to go to Petaling Jaya, Serdang or Putrajaya.

For many years, the low income group, which comprises 40 per cent of the population of Puchong, has appealed for a government hospital to be built in the area. Now, they are making another appeal to the authorities.

At present, the residents can only depend on a government polyclinic at Batu 14, Jalan Puchong and the Petaling Bahagia Community Clinic at the 6th mile of Jalan Puchong.

The residents were happy with the services at the army hospital in Kinrara but all that ended when the camp was closed down two years ago.

Abu Osman, 66, a resident said: "The army camp in Kinrara used to provide medical services and we were happy going there,"

He said it was difficult for old folks and small children to go to government hospitals as bus services to Serdang, Putrajaya and Petaling Jaya are not regular and direct to the hospitals.

"Many of us cannot afford taxi fares. It takes about an hour to get to any of these hospitals from here.

"Try to imagine our situation during emergencies like heart attack, premature delivery or accident," he said.

Puchong MP Gobind Singh Deo said: "I have raised this issue in Parliament. The Batu 14 clinic is in front of my service centre and I can see there is a pressing need for a hospital in Puchong.

"The minister of health and his deputy should come unannounced if they want to see the problems faced by the people of Puchong. If a new hospital cannot be built, I don't see why the Batu 14 government clinic in Puchong cannot be upgraded to a hospital. There is enough space there.

"Puchong has developed very significantly and even a private hospital has been set up here which goes to show there are enough people in this constituency for a hospital.

"If you take a trip to the Batu 14 clinic, you'll find it is overcrowded, understaffed, lacking in facilities and equipment and doctors often have no choice but to refer patients to other hospitals.

"Serdang Hospital, Universiti Hospital and other hospitals are not very far away. But, when there is an emergency here, you need to get to the nearest hospital quickly, you don't want the person to die in an ambulance," he said.

Awtar Singh, a member of Pusat Bandar Puchong Residents' Association, said: "Residents in Puchong have to depend on a couple of government clinics for their medical needs.

"The population in Puchong is growing rapidly and even though there is a private hospital, not everyone can afford private medical care. What about poor people? These people also deserve proper medical attention. How can they afford exorbitant fees in private hospitals?

"We have been asking for a government hospital for three years. It would be good if the government polyclinic in Batu 14 is upgraded to a hospital complete with wards. Alternatively, the army camp in Batu 7 1/2 in Kinrara is an excellent place for a government hospital as it already has wards.

"Yes, there is one government clinic at Batu 6 near Jalan Klang Lama but it comes under the Federal Territory. The present government clinics are overcrowded. I understand that there are only five doctors at the polyclinic in Batu 14.

Source: NST

Gourmet Fair For Vegans

If you are a committed vegetarian, you will be well-advised to make your way to the Loving Hut fast-food chain restaurant as the outlet serves wholesome vegetarian fare to appease your appetite.

The newly-opened restaurant in Bandar Puteri, Puchong, also offers an accessible starting point for those who want to make the transition from an omnivorous diet to a plant-based diet.

Loving Hut, which is opening around the world, was created with the vision of offering an international gourmet menu prepared from wholesome vegan ingredients.

“All our dishes are prepared without animal products as we believe in a healthier environment and minimising the global environmental effect,” said Loving Hut Malaysia co-owner and chief executive officer Aaron Sim.

The Bandar Puteri restaurant is the first such outlet for Sim and his partner, Tracy Wong, who is the director of marketing.

“We are planning to open 10 more outlets in the next three years — six in the Klang Valley and the rest in major cities,” Sim said.

Loving Hut is one of the fastest-growing international vegan fast food chain in the world now.

The first Loving Hut outlet was opened in April in Taipeh, Taiwan, while the first outlet in the United States opened in July in the heart of Silicon Valley in California.

There is also an outlet each in Au Lac, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, and more outlets will be opening in various locations all around the world in the coming months.

Sim said as part of the company’s philosophy to reduce adverse environmental impact, all waste is recycled or composted whenever possible and packaging is made of recycled or post-consumer environment-friendly materials.
He said the only way to a sustainable planet was to encourage people to adopt a plant-based diet.

For more details on the fast-food chain, visit www.lovinghut.com

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38 Business Park @ Bukit Puchong

38 Business Park @ Bukit Puchong by Bukit Hitam Development Sdn Bhd

Freehold 3 storey shop offices, within a self-contained regional town centre, main southern entry point to Puchong, dual direct highway access to LDP, up and coming township development, ample parking, growing market catchment within 15 minutes driving time.

Built-up: 4,198 - 8,051 square feet, price from RM767,888 and above.

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10 Tips For Buying Property

If you are looking for a property here are ten tips.

1. Location: Fundamental to your wellbeing and will determine potential value.

2. Ability to repay: You have to service your loan for many years to come and should buy within your means.

3. Rental or occupation: Establishing your objective to buy will ensure that look for the right property at the price.

4. Quality: Find out the materials used, finishes and project maintenance standards to ensure that you get value for money.

5. Developer’s reputation: Buying from a reputable developer will ensure a project will be completed on time will not be abandoned during difficulty times.

6. Neighbourhood: The surrounding neighbourhood will determine safety and wellbeing of you and family.

7. Facilities: Good amenities and facilities will ensure convenience and comfort.

8. Accessibility: Having good road connectivity will ensure easy travel and accessibility.

9. Resale value: The property should potentially provide good capital appreciation in the future.

10. Financing: Choosing the best loan package will protect your interest the long term.

Source: The Star

YTL Land Goes Ahead With Projects

YTL Land & Development Bhd, the property arm of YTL Corp Bhd, has no intention of deferring any of its projects despite the current economic downturn.

Executive director Datuk Yeoh Seok Kian says the company’s plans are on track despite the weaker market sentiment.

“We are not isolated from the effects of the current credit crunch but neither are we scaling back or deferring any of our projects.

“In fact, we have gone ahead with both our Malaysian and Singapore property launches with the confidence that residential properties in prime locations or in well-populated catchment areas will continue to enjoy good appreciation and attract investors,” he says.

YTL Land is currently focusing on its Lake Edge development located in Puchong, where it has just launched its latest phase of landed homes. Called Waterville, the development comprises 50 units of 2½-storey semi-detached houses.

Apart from its Waterville homes, which have already secured a 30% take-up rate, YTL Land will also launch its Parkville homes (also in Lake Edge), which comprises a collection of eight bungalows and eight semi-detached homes.

“We are optimistic of achieving the RM120mil GDV (gross development value) target set for both our Waterville and Parkville launches by our financial year end in June 2009,” Yeoh says.

Despite the weaker economic climate, Yeoh says YTL Land would not be revising the prices of its ongoing projects downwards.“We will not devalue any one of our projects, primarily because most of the acquisition of our land-bank has been the result of smart partnerships, resulting in lower upfront investment costs. This gives us room to pace ourselves against market conditions,” he says.

YTL Land is cautiously optimistic about the economic climate ahead.

“Although consumer sentiment has been dampened by the current economic situation, there are many buyers who are still on the lookout for good buys that can provide returns over the long term,’’ Yeoh says, adding that the company is working with banks and other relevant parties to ensure buyers’ needs are taken care of.

Yeoh believes that Malaysia remains an attractive market for foreigners as properties are still very affordable compared to neighbouring countries. The Government’s continued push of the Malaysia Property Inc (MPI) and “Malaysia My 2nd Home” programme has opened up opportunities for the country.

“The abolishment of the Real Property Gains Tax and the limit on the number of residential property loans obtained by foreigners has also added to Malaysia’s appeal as a property haven,” he adds.

Source: The Star

Trading Licences In Markets For Puchong Folks

Subang Jaya municipal councillors in Puchong want to ensure that Puchong residents are given priority to occupying the trading spots in the morning and night markets.

Councillors Gary Chong and Hamdan Ismail conducted an interview with traders, who have applied for trading licences to operate in Puchong recently.

A total of 68 applicants turned out for the interview held at the community hall in Taman Puchong Intan.

“We want to take care of our people, that’s why we are eliminating those who do not reside here. From now onwards, new applications will be screened and only Puchong folk will be given the licences,” Chong said.

Most of the traders who turned up applied for the licences to operate in the 78 stalls built by the Selangor State Economic Planning Unit (UPEN) in six areas in Puchong and Seri Kembangan.

The areas include Taman Kinrara 1, Bukit Kuchai, Jalan Merbuk, Taman Puchong Intan and Taman Perindustrian Puchong in Puchong, and Jalan Perusahaan 1 in Seri Kembangan.

“Most of the applicants are now operating illegally by the road. We want them to operate their businesses from a proper place,” Chong said.

In the inteview, the councillors checked the nature of the applicants’ businesses, their attendance in the basic food handling course and whether they had taken the typhoid fever vaccination.

Hamdan also reminded them not to lease the stalls to third parties.

“The rental is only RM50 per month and some might take the opportunity to rent the stalls to others. We do not allow such practice.

“We will conduct random checks to make sure that they adhere to the rule. We will not hesitate to revoke the licences,” Chong said.

He added that he also wanted to stop the unhealthy practice by associations to collect money from the hawkers.

“The association has no rights to collect the money, only the MPSJ can do so. Afterall, it is the council which provides the clean-up services after the market is closed,” he said.

Chong added that more interviews would be conducted in the future for the morning and night market applicants.

Source: The Star

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Mature Property Neighbourhoods Remain Popular

Some popular locations in the Klang Valley still attract buying interest for secondary properties, either for investment or own occupancy, despite the softening property market in the country, industry players said.

Townships with mature neighbourhoods and high-end residences in Kuala Lumpur which are close to the city centre remain popular secondary property markets, even for next year, according to real estate agents contacted by StarBiz.

Hartamas Real Estate Sdn Bhd managing director Eric Lim said popular locations for landed secondary residential properties in the Klang Valley included Ara Damansara, Bandar Utama, Bukit Jelutong and Kemuning Utama in Shah Alam, with people still buying properties there.

“It is expected to continue to remain active next year as the prices there are affordable versus the more mature residential areas such as Petaling Jaya. “Buyers, especially the young executives, are willing to go slightly further for more affordable property prices,” he said.

For condominiums, Lim is positive about locations such as Bangsar and KL Sentral as fewer launches in these areas in recent years have contributed to a stable supply.

Chester Properties senior real estate negotiator Kam Jun Yin said Petaling Jaya, Subang and Puchong were still the popular locations for those who planned to purchase properties for own occupancy.

Kam observed that the KLCC vicinity and Mont Kiara areas were most popular with buyers who bought for both own occupany and investment purposes, noting that prices in these two high-end locations had risen more than 100% in three years.

Secondary property prices in KLCC vicinity were ranging from RM1,000 to RM1,400 per sq ft, he said.

“Given that most of the new properties in the KLCC vicinity are looking to achieve RM2,500 to RM3,000 per sq ft, perhaps next year, secondary prices may be pushed higher,” Kam said.

According to S.K. Brothers Realty (M) Sdn Bhd general manager Chan Ai Cheng, Petaling Jaya, Damansara Heights are also attractive to secondary property buyers.

“These locations are well-established with mature neighbourhoods and populated with growing families creating natural demand as well as coveted residential address to match people’s lifestyle and demands today,” she said.

J A Valleys Properties real estate negotiator, Raymond Phuah, noted that “coupled with the limited land with freehold title in these areas, Petaling Jaya has attracted a lot of potential buyers for secondary properties.”

Source: The Star

Easing Home Renovation Hassles

Finally, some sense emerges from the chaos that usually surrounds the building or major renovation of a home.

Anyone who has ever renovated a home or had one built will know how frustrating the experience can be.

If you’re particular about the materials that will be used in your dream house, you have to run around different parts of town to hunt for products, enduring traffic jams and parking woes. And this is before a single brick is laid or wall demolished!

Stephen Tew is all too familiar with home renovation hassles.

The founding shareholder and current director of Malaysia’s first real estate investment trust, Axis Reit, has carried out the hands-on renovations of three bungalows and numerous commercial projects.

“I believe it’s important for us to examine and select building materials like tiles and sanitary ware personally, but it is so bothersome having to go to industrial areas like Selayang, Balakong, Klang, and Segambut just to check them out,” he says, referring to areas in the Klang Valley.

“In Australia and New Zealand, one-stop centres for building materials are popular. As a developer I was and am always interested in new products so I frequently visit such centres. I always wondered why there were none in Malaysia.

“We have beautiful products but why are we not showcasing them? The showrooms or shops are located in industrial areas, far from city centres and commercial and residential areas, and they rarely advertise or promote their products.”

And so, earlier this year, Tew opened the Segambut Tile and Interior Decoration Centre (Stadec).

It is Malaysia’s first one-stop centre offering “choices, solutions, and convenience in one place” for anyone thinking of renovating or building a house – or, as he calls it, “a platform and a meeting point to connect manufacturers with buyers”.

And even more than that, “Stadec offers a shopping centre environment for home renovation products,” explains Tew.
Tenants at Stadec have ample space to display their products.

“You can shop here in air-conditioned comfort, and there’s free parking, 24-hour security, a children’s room with TV, and a café to sit down and discuss and contemplate your ideas.”

Some 56 shops and booths are spread across almost 6,000 sq m (or 64,000 sq feet) in Stadec.

Having been through my own nightmarish home renovation experience, to me, what is attractive about the centre is the level of comfort offered. You can browse, touch, and experience the products personally, and at leisure, as most of the showrooms have ample display space.

For example, German-designed Hansa bathroom accessories, like its luxurious Jacuzzis and very tempting showers, can actually be tested on site.

Stadec’s anchor tenants are tile, terracotta, and mosaic manufacturers that include Swiss brand Niro Granite and Cotto Tiles from Thailand, whose products are currently hugely popular for their blend of quirkiness, creativity, and affordability.

On the first floor is a mix of established brands from other construction and interior decor specialities – everything from Scott’s bedding and sofas and an European wallpaper shop to an art gallery and kitchen cabinet specialists.
A seminar room provides space for talks that range from technical level lectures to consumer- and layperson-friendly talks; fees from all these talks are donated to charity homes.

What consumers might find especially reassuring is Tew’s assurance: “Stadec is not dominated by one single brand; rather, we offer a good mix of companies and products.

“As landlord, we do not own nor are we involved with any of the shops. As such, we select our tenants carefully to ensure they offer quality products, and we offer unbiased advice and consultation.

“We have all been ‘victims’ of the market’s shortcomings, the way various brands are scattered all over the Klang Valley. Here, they are all under one roof!”

With over 20 successful years in the real estate business that required frequent visits to building material shops, Tew is confident his experience will ensure Stadec offers a real solution.

He had the idea for Stadec in 1997 but that year’s Asian economic crisis delayed making it a reality. Well, what of the current rather gloomy economic picture? Tew remains positive: “We are in this business for the long haul,” he says.

In fact, so positive is Tew that he is planning to open a second one-stop centre in Klang beside the royal town’s local landmark, the Hokkien Association centre.

“We are going to provide free interior decorating consultation, and arrange ‘matchmaking’ sessions for contractors and home owners,” he says with a smile.

Stadec is open daily from 10am to 6pm at No. 144, Jalan Segambut, Kuala Lumpur (near the Segambut roundabout, off Jalan Duta).

For more information, call 03-6251 4000 .

Source: The Star

Mad About Homes @ Bandar Kinrara

Hao For Good Noodles

All kinds of southern Vietnamese noodles can be found at Hào.

Hào Vietnam Noodles is the place to go if you fancy southern Vietnamese cuisine, especially the noodles.

In Chinese, hào means good, which seems apt because this restaurant’s offering is pretty darn good. Opened nine months ago by accountant-turned-entrepreneur, Frederick Ng, and his Vietnamese business partner, Nguyen Thi Phuong Anh, this outlet in Bandar Puteri Puchong specialises in noodles whilst also offering rice and other delicacies.

All the dishes are prepared by Nguyen Thi Phuong Anh herself, an accomplished cook and experienced restaurateur.

“She’s the one who conceived the menu,” said Ng, who revealed that they have had to make modifications. “Initial customer feedback revealed that our authentic Vietnamese versions were far too sweet for their liking, so we have reduced the sweetness so that the overall taste is more acceptable to the Malaysian palate.”

We had an interesting start to our meal with the Fruit Salad (RM4.90), which comprises diced beetroot, green apples, potato, pineapple and papaya in a disconcertingly pink mayonnaise dressing. Ng assured us that the striking hue was not due to artificial colouring but because of the presence of beetroot.

Mixed Spring Rolls (RM8.90) came next, offering two versions of spring rolls — fried and steamed. We thought the steamed version, which is rice paper rolls stuffed with shredded yam bean, basil and pounded dried shrimp, tasted better than the deep-fried version, good as those were with their scrumptious filling of yam, fish, prawn and chicken.

“The steamed rolls are best eaten with this sweet sauce,” said Ng as he passed us a small dish of thick brown dip. “The deep-fried ones can be enjoyed with mayonnaise or the ubiquitous Vietnamese fish sauce and chilli dip.”

Another distinct appetiser is the Vietnamese Rice Pancake (RM8.90), which, we discovered, is something of a misnomer since they look more like chee cheong fun (flat rice flour rolls) than pancake. Stuffed with minced chicken, wood ear fungus and yam bean, they are garnished with pounded dried shrimp and raw bean sprouts.

Complemented by fish sauce and chopped red chilli, this speciality is delectable.

The Danang Onion Beef Noodles (RM8.90) and Saigon Spicy Seafood Rice Vermicelli (RM10.90) are noteworthy, for they rival the much-vaunted pho (Vietnamese soupy beef noodles). Reminiscent of kerabu meehoon, the former is blanched lai fun (tubular rice flour noodles) and beef stir-fried with onion tossed with such ingredients as roasted peanuts, mint leaves, spring onion, pickled carrot and radish, bean sprouts and fried shallot in a briny-tangy fish sauce and red chilli dressing.

The seafood vermicelli meanwhile boasted much more delicate nuances, with the blanched vermicelli serving as the perfect foil for the hodge-podge of textures and flavours from the numerous condiments — seafood, fish cake slices, bean sprouts, roasted peanuts, spring onion, mint, fried shallot and chopped bird’s eye chilli.

If you are partial to fried rice, Hao’s Spicy Fried Rice with Seafood (RM10.90) comes highly recommended. I especially like its discernible smoky sweetness which is very appealing. The Chicken Noodle Soup (RM8.90) seems to be Vietnam’s answer to tomyam. It is basically thin ribbons of rice noodles (similar to Ipoh sar hor fun) immersed in a light and clear broth, and topped with bean sprouts and shredded chicken. The noodle soup comes with a saucer of ketchup, dried chilli in oil, and a type of sweet sauce, which you are supposed to mix into the soup.

This gives the dish a slow-burning heat, kind of like tomyam. Fresh basil, sliced onion and red chilli are served on the side for you to dunk the noodles in prior to eating.

Hào’s Beef Noodles (RM8.90), on the other hand, tastes like a sweet tomyam crossed with a full-bodied oxtail soup. Ng revealed that the stock alone takes about nine hours of painstaking preparation, compared to their chicken stock which requires an average of four hours. We rounded off our meal with the Fried Wantan Noodles with Seafood (RM10.90). Although slightly greasy from the noodles being fried quickly in extremely high heat, it was delicious.

The decor may be functional and service informal, but Hao is likely to bowl you over with its selection of affordably priced Vietnamese noodles.

Hào Vietnam Noodles
Pork-free

23, Jalan Puteri 5/7, Bandar Puteri Puchong, Selangor
Tel: (019) 4181 388

Business hours: Weekdays 11.30am to 10.30pm; Sundays and public holidays 10.30am to 10.30pm.

Closed on second and fourth Monday of the month.

Source: The Star

New Slip Road To IOI Mall

A new slip road has been built to get to IOI Mall in Puchong from the Damansara- Puchong Highway (LDP).

Effective from Nov 19, motorists heading to IOI Mall have to exit at KM 21.7 on the northbound lane of the LDP, as the existing junction from the LDP into IOI Mall at KM 21.5 (northbound) would be modified.

According to Litrak communications department head Bhavani Krishna Iyer, the new slip road is to provide a safer road for highway users to get into the development without impeding the traffic on the LDP.

“This road is constructed by IOI Properties as part of the upgrading work on the existing access into IOI Mall and the commercial area,” she said.

Signages will be put up to direct highway users to the new exit point.

For enquiries, call the LDP helpline at 03-7494 7333

Source: The Star

Developer's Good Track Record Can Help Boost Sales

A developer’s track record is what buyers look at during challenging economic times, says YTL Land & Development Bhd sales and marketing senior manager Judy Loo.

Speaking during a media tour of its leasehold Waterville Homes, Loo said buyers were not put off by the fact that a particular project was not freehold.

“I don’t think it is a hindrance. Buyers today are more influenced by the track record of a developer, especially in the current challenging times,” she said.

She added that the homes, which are part of YTL Land’s high-end, 80-acre Lake Edge project in Puchong, had received strong interest mainly from Puchong residents.

“Most of the potential purchasers are from the Puchong area who are looking to upgrade. We have also received interest from existing Lake Edge residents,” Loo said.

She added that the Waterville Homes, now about 65% completed, comprised 50 units of 2½-storey semi-detached houses with a private lap pool each. The standard lot size is 40ft x 85ft.

Built on 4.4 acres of leasehold land, the homes are expected to be completed by end-2009.

Priced at RM1.6mil per unit, this phase would have a gross development value of RM80mil, Loo said.

Lake Edge comprises multi-themed fenceless homes set in a modern tropical neighbourhood. A 12-acre lake is also part of the development.

The project received the award for best low-rise residential development at the FIABCI Malaysia Property Award 2008 held in Petaling Jaya on Tuesday.

Source: The Star, 14 November 2008

PT19 Residency @ Bandar Bukit Puchong 1

Garden Villas for a Contemporary Lifestyle

A spacious, elegant setting, great connectivity and peace of mind make PT19 Residency the ideal contemporary home for mid- to high-end home-owners.

Enjoy a lavish standard of living with PT19 Residency, a development of attractive and spacious 3-Level Garden Villas in a 2.062-acre enclave in Bandar Bukit Puchong 1. Tagged at RM22 million, this leasehold development offers the best in gated, low-density living, with only 24 units.

PT19 Residency offers the best in modern and contemporary living, from the uniquely attractive façades to the interior of its villas. The villas come in two stylish designs, Type A, offering a built-up area of 3,693 sq ft and Type B, offering a built-up area of 3,752 sq ft over a lot size of 50ft x 45ft. Launched in March this year, they are scheduled for completion at the end of 2009. Pricing is set at RM850,500 onwards, with a 7% discount for Bumiputeras.

Perfect for the Modern Lifestyle

Developed by Trinity Towers Sdn Bhd, each home in this gated community gets four access cards allowing entry into the development, while the perimeter is monitored by CCTV surveillance. Those who value aesthetics will appreciate the ambience of contemporary elegance and luxury evoked by these garden villas, from the sliding door gate that immediately makes a fashionable entrance statement, to the magnificent 8ft entrance door. Spaciousness exudes from the high ceiling height (11ft to over 12ft) in the dining and living areas. All bedrooms come with attached bathrooms, while the two spacious master bedrooms also come with private en-suite bathrooms. PT19 Residency was also built on solid land unlike many of its contemporaries in Puchong, with all villas featuring three-phase wiring.

Equipped for an Ideal Lifestyle

Scholars and their parents will find this an ideal location for education, with national, Chinese and international schools galore. Nearby universities include University Putra Malaysia, Monash University, LimKokWing University of Creative Technology, Multimedia University, International Medical University and Binary College.

Shopping, leisure and more are easily available, with three Giant hypermarkets in Sunway Pyramid, Puchong and Bandar Kinrara, two Jaya Juscos in IOI Mall and Equine Park and a Tesco in Puchong. Other facilities include the Bandar Puteri wet market, Selangor wholesale market, Columbia Asia Medical Center, Puchong Police Station.

Meanwhile, golfing and leisure are available at the nearby Kinrara Golf Club, Mines Golf & Country Resort, Palm Garden Golf Club, Bukit Jalil Golf & Country Resort, UPM Golf Club, Bukit Jalil National Sports Complex and Mines Convention Centre.

Supremely Well Connected

This lavish, laid-back lifestyle is still supremely well-connected, accessible via seven routes including the Sungai Besi Highway, KL-Seremban Highway, Damansara-Puchong Highway (LDP), Silk Highway, Bukit Jalil Highway, KESAS Highway and South Klang Valley Expressway, and the KL International Airport only 25 minutes away.

Residents will find themselves in the midst of established and thriving Puchong townships such as Bandar Bukit Puchong I & II, Mutiara Puchong, Puchong Utama, Puchong Perdana, Bandar Puteri Puchong, Bandar Puchong Jaya, Pusat Bandar Puchong and Bandar Kinrara. The development is also well-placed near major hubs such as Subang Jaya, Bandar Sunway, Putrajaya and Cyberjaya, as well as upcoming commercial developments such as the Puchong Gateway (LDP) and the Basco Business Centre, Seri Kembangan

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YTL Offers Homes With Private Pool

YTL Land & Development Bhd is offering semi-detached houses with their own private pool in its Lake Edge upmarket residential development in Puchong.

Called the Waterville, the 50 units of homes are priced from RM1.59mil each. The design includes a lawn on the top floor and a long timber deck at the pool.

YTL Land general manager Edward T. G. Lee said many people had registered their interest in the Waterville homes (currently in an advanced stage of construction) that would feature 3,800 sq ft built-up area with four bedrooms and a maid’s room. The standard lot size is 40ft x 85ft.

Each bedroom comes with an en suite bathroom and the choice to shower in the outdoors. The master bedroom is located on the top floor while three bedrooms are on the first floor. The dry kitchen is in front while the living room is set at the rear of the house for privacy.

“There are many Puchong residents who are looking to upgrade. They like staying in Puchong because of the many amenities and it is very difficult for them to uproot,” Lee said on a media tour of the gated and guarded community yesterday.

He was confident the Waterville would be well received despite the current property market slowdown as there were few quality semi-detached houses in Puchong and that Lake Edge offered so much in terms of lifestyle living.

Lake Edge Puchong features a collection of courtyard, terrace, semi-detached homes and bungalows.

Brem Eyeing RM600 Million SKVE Job

Brem Holding Bhd is understood to have emerged as the frontrunner to bag a RM600 million contract to build a 12km road which forms part of the South Klang Valley Expressway (SKVE), sources say. The company is understood to be close to securing a letter of intent from the Works Ministry, but it is not known when exactly the job will be awarded. Sources say the high cost of the road project is due to the “soft” terrain of the proposed highway, which would entail more reinforcement work. It is not clear if Brem will shoulder the job alone or rope in partners to assist in the relatively large undertaking. The SKVE is a 40km highway linking Pulau Indah on the west coast to the interchange of the Damansara Puchong Highway. The SKVE project was valued at RM1.1 billion, and was given to Muhibbah Engineering (M) Bhd last July. In its announcement to Bursa Malaysia last year, Muhibbah said the project would take 42 months, indicating that the works may be completed end-2010. Details of the exact location of the 12km stretch were not available at press time, but the road is known as the “missing link” in the highway. It is also not clear how large a margin the contract may hold for Brem, but it is likely to be significant.

Source: The Egde Daily

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Steelcase Picks Puchong For Global Service Center

Steelcase Inc, an office furniture maker and designer from the U.S., has chosen Malaysia as its first Global Shared Services (GSS) center, local media reported on Saturday. The multi-million dollar center in Kuala Lumpur is one of Steelcase's largest investments in Asia Pacific, company executives said. GSS-KL will serve Steelcase's offices and customers globally through the centralization of resources including its data and innovation centers as well as finance, information technology (IT), administration and sales communications services. Malaysia's centralized location within Asia, along with its good IT and telecommunication infrastructure were major factors for the selection, Steelcase president and chief executive officer Jim Hackett said. The availability of a deep pool of talented, skilled workers with strong English capabilities was crucial too, Hackett said at the opening of GSS-KL on Friday. The center will employ 140 people initially, with another 100 expected to be added in the near future, the New Straits Times reported. Steelcase, founded in 1912, has a fiscal 2008 revenue of 3.5 billion U.S. dollars and manufacturing facilities in 35 locations worldwide including one in Malaysia. The Malaysian factory in Puchong, central Selangor state, is one of the company's three major facilities. The other two are in Kyoto, Japan and Shenzhen, China. The bulk of the Puchong factory's output is shipped to markets in Asia Pacific, Hackett said. Steelcase's business in Asia Pacific has grown faster than anywhere else in the world, he said, adding that some 35 percent of its sales are generated outside the U.S. The share for office furniture market in Asia, Hackett said, is fragmented as there are more than 2,000 manufacturers competing in the region.

Source: xinhuanet

U'Senesis Puchong

Offerings for the Modern Mixed Community

With its well thought-out facilities and great location, Taman Damai Utama’s integrated offerings make an attractive home and business hub for the modern community.

Fresh from the success of its D’Eleganza homes in Cheras, developer Medan Damai Sdn Bhd scores again with Taman Damai Utama in Puchong Kinrara. Launched in stages from last year, this 99-year leasehold mixed development will contain approximately 3,800 units of residential and commercial properties upon completion.

The hallmark offerings of this 830-acre, RM230 million development are the U’Senesis terrace homes and U’Center Point shop offices, geared towards the need of contemporary home-owners, families and business residents. Proposed future launches consist of two- and 2½-storey terrace houses; low-cost, mid-low cost and medium-cost apartments; semi-detached homes and bungalow houses.

Well Equipped and In Demand

U’Senesis offers 80 beautiful 2½-storey terrace homes, after completely selling out its two-storey homes. These spacious units come with built-up areas ranging from 2,612 sq ft to 2,728 sq ft, over a lot size of 22ft x 75ft. The homes are tagged from RM428,990, with a seven per cent discount for Bumiputras.

U’Senesis homes feature a column–free frontage allowing two cars to park side by side, homogeneous tiles in the car porch and a five-ft wall with M.S. railing fencing. The interior features full-height wall tiling in the kitchen and bathroom, as well as dedicated air-conditioner compressor spaces to avoid distracting from the stylish contemporary façade. The master bathroom comes with a shower screen and vanity top, with water-heater points and air-conditioner points in the bedrooms. Launched in November 2007, U’Senesis is scheduled for completion in November this year.

Contemporary Commercial Hub

U' Center Point offers 124 units of two- and three-storey shop offices, with a floor size of 22ft x 70ft. The two-storey shop offices are available from RM628,990, while the three-storey units are available from RM898,990. Bumiputras enjoy a 10% discount.

This modern business development features strategic designated signage space and main road frontage for ample visibility, as well as plentiful car-parks, a wide internal road and ample back land for loading/unloading. The spacious walkway and column-free structure create a sense of openness, while the provision of two toilets adds to the convenient facilities here. Launched in August 2007, U’ Center Point is scheduled for completion in January 2009.

Solid, Wide-Ranging Experience

Developer Medan Damai Sdn Bhd is a subsidiary of Mahajaya Bhd. Founded in the early 1970s as a major earthworks, civil engineering and building contractor, Mahajaya transformed into a well-diversified group involved in property development, constructions, trading and manufacturing. The Group now offers quality and affordable residential properties at strategic locations. Current projects the D’Eleganza and Damai Gayana Semi-Ds and bungalows in Bandar Damai Perdana 2 as well as Taman Alam Indah in Shah Alam.

Plentiful Amenities and Extensive Road Networks

Taman Damai Utama is surrounded by established amenities, including the Bukit Jalil Golf Club and Bandar Kinrara Golf Club; primary and secondary schools; petrol kiosks, a food court, eateries and a 7-Eleven, as well as a Giant hypermarket and Jusco shopping centre. Residents can also look forward to a proposed LRT station at Bukit Jalil and an upcoming Subang Jaya administration police station.

Located about 20km southwest of Kuala Lumpur, Taman Damai Utama is easily accessible via the Sungai Besi-Puchong Expressway, Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP), KESAS Highway and Jalan Puchong. It can also be reached via Jalan Klang Lama, Jalan Puchong, Jalan Kinrara 1, Jalan Kinrara 6 and the KL-Seremban Highway to KL city centre. With its vast road/highway networks, it is also within easy reach of Putrajaya, Cyberjaya, Serdang, Equine Park, USJ and Shah Alam.

U’Senesis and U’ Center Point are still available at attractive prices, but selling out fast! Take action NOW to enjoy free SPA and loan legal fees (panel solicitors only). For more information, call the Sales Office at 03-80629211 or visit http://www.mahajaya.com/.

Source: iProperty.com

Enjoying Life

Bareno designs bathroom equipment and supplies the construction industry with a range of high quality bathroom and kitchen fixtures.

The 4,000sq ft showroom in Puchong displays the Bareno full range of taps, mixers for basin and kitchen sink, rain shower, hand bidet, bathroom accessories, Jacuzzi, bathtub, steambath, sanitary wares, kitchen sinks, cooker hood, hob, oven, pump, and stainless steel products, among others.

Kitchen sinks, for example, come in various sizes and range from contemporary square types to traditional big bowl types made of 304 stainless steel and they come with 10 years warranty.

For bathtub and Jacuzzi lovers, the special pearl white finishing is patented and about the only one in the market. It provides for a more elegant sensation.

Every series of Bareno tap fittings are available as a complete set, allowing you to re-create and personalise your bathroom space.

Link Road Finally Opens

The missing link between Puchong Hartamas and Bandar Puteri Puchong has been opened to motorists after a delay of four months.

The 300m link, initiated by the Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) to connect the two residential areas, was to be opened in June. It was delayed because of to several reasons, including technical.

“Now that the road is open, motorists can have shorter access to the main road, especially the Lebuhraya Damansara Puchong (LDP).

“It also provides an easier access to residents from Puchong Hartamas and Bandar Puteri Puchong,” said Kinrara assemblyman Teresa Kok during the road’s official opening on Saturday.

Present at the event were Puchong MP Gobind Singh Deo and MPSJ president Datuk Adnan Mohd Ikhsan.

Teresa said the road provided an alternative for motorists plying the area and hoped it would reduce the congestion.

Also, Teresa said the authority was doing its best to ensure residents had the road access they wanted, including missing links in their areas.

She said there were several areas left unconnected due to various reasons.

“One of the main reasons is that the parties involved can’t seem to reach an agreement on the construction of the links.

“Sometimes, it involves developers of the affected developments and neighbouring local authorities, which makes the matter complicated,” she said.

She urged residents affected by the situation to continue putting pressure on authorities to push for projects.
“Everyone has to put in a concerted effort to get the projects going,” she said.

Source: The Star

New Highway In The Pipeline

The Government is studying a proposal for an alternative highway to the Damansara-Puchong Highway (LDP), which has now reached full traffic capacity.

Works Minister Datuk Mohd Zin Mohamed said traffic congestion at certain places along the highway such as the Sunway and the Sg Penchala tolls was “now at a very bad stage.”

“The traffic jam at these two tolls are categorised at Level E, which means it is very bad. The proposal for an alternative highway was submitted by Projek Lebuhraya Utara-Selatan. The proposal is being studied by the Economic Planning Unit,” said Zin.

“This alternative highway will give road users more choices and help to reduce congestion along the LDP. That highway has a traffic capacity of 120,000 cars each day.

“In many places, the current traffic volume is up to the brim,” he told reporters after opening the Sepang Pemuda, Wanita and Puteri Umno meetings in Sepang yesterday.

Zin said he had also directed the Malaysian Highway Authority to study the feasibility of such an alternative highway.
“Opening an alternative highway to the LDP will also benefit the hundreds of thousands of people living in residential areas along the highway.

“At the same time, I would also recommend that the LDP concessionaire put more efforts into enhancing its infrastructure and develop ways to reduce congestion,” he said.

However, Zin declined to state the alignment of the highway, adding that details were still being worked out.

In May, the minister had told Dewan Rakyat that the Government was looking into having peak and off-peak toll rates as one of the three options to solve the congestion problem of LDP.

Zin had said then that having lower toll rates for using the highway during off-peak hours would encourage road users to stagger their journeys and thus, reduce traffic jams.

Subsidies for the LDP have cost the Government RM630.54mil since 1999 €” the year the LDP toll rates were reduced from RM1.50 set in the concessionaire agreement to RM1.

On another matter, Zin said the Cabinet had directed the ministry to ensure that all construction projects under the Public Works Department continued according to schedule despite the current global economic crisis.

“Until today, we have not received any report of abandoned construction. However, I have set up a taskforce to monitor the situation. The department has some RM70bil worth of projects under the Ninth Malaysia Plan, which are capable of spinning more economic development in the country,” he said.

Source: The Star

Carasol Wakeboard Club

Carasol prides itself on being true beach club in the city. The facility offers wakeboarding services and courses as well as other activities like a day bar, pool, foosball and trampoline. Carasol Wakeboard Club located at Taman Tasik Prima, Puchong. For more infomation, please visit http://www.carasol.com,my/ or contact 012-3246677

7 Temples Awaiting Land Titles To Relocate

Awtar Singh, special assistant to Seri Serdang assemblyman Datuk Dr Mohd Satim Diman, highlighted the plight of the Hindu, Sikh and Buddhist temples recently.

He pointed out that these temples had already settled the planning issues with the local council, and were waiting for the state government and Land Office to issue them the land titles.

The temples are Persatuan Penganut Devi Arulmigu Sri Nagakali Jai Munis­warar in Puchong Hartamas, Kuil Aum Sri Maha Aathi Nageswary Amman in Puchong Gateway, Persatuan Pengu­rusan Kuil Maha Mariamman in Taman Perindustrian Pusat Bandar Puchong, Kuil Naga Nagawasrya Amman in Taman Puchong Intan, Kuil Aaudayar Muniswarar Alayam in Bandar Puteri Puchong, Persatuan Penganut Agama Sikh in Batu 14 Puchong and Persatuan Penganut Agama Buddha in Bandar Puteri Puchong.

“These temples have been given land to relocate and some have already had the structures put up by the deve­lopers.
“The land has been endorsed in the One-Stop Centre in the Subang Jaya Municipal Council and the district officer was supposed to submit papers to the state government for approval.

“Once approved, the temples will have to submit applications for the land titles.

“But the district officer hasn’t done his part yet,” Awtar said.

He said he has spoken to Selangor health, plantation workers and caring government committee chairman Dr Xavier Jeyakumar, who is also in the three-man committee on non-Muslim religious affairs, about three months ago but no action had been taken so far.

“I urge him to call for a meeting at the Land Office to hear the problems of these temples. The Land Office can get the paper work done immediately to send to the Selangor exco for approval,” he said.

Source: The Star

Desa Idaman, Taman Puchong Prima

Home in a Water-themed Paradise

A water-themed wonderland in the heart of Puchong offers residents of all ages a home with fun-filled recreational facilities and a great freehold investment! Puchong residents are one step closer to the resort “wonderland” lifestyle offered by Desa Idaman Residences, the tropical-themed recreational water park residence in Puchong Prima. Soft launched a year ago, this development is now taking shape in an exciting manner. With construction about 40% underway, visitors can already see the exciting elements of the theme park taking shape. The almost-ready clubhouse offers a promising glimpse of what is to come – which the public can see for themselves when the show unit opens for viewing before end of the year.Tagged at over RM100 million, the 10.4-acre Desa Idaman is located on one of the last plots of FREEHOLD land earmarked for residential projects in the 250-acre Puchong Prima. Spread over 11 blocks, comprising 540 units of apartments, this gated and guarded low-rise development is scheduled to be completed in 2010. The well-designed apartments come with three bedrooms and two bathrooms in built-up areas of 955 sq ft to 1,110 sq ft.With its unique offering of a resort lifestyle in the heart of Puchong and the thrilling water-park facilities, Desa Idaman is perfect for couples and families with young children, as well as those in their golden years seeking an ambience abundant with joy and peace. The attractive indicative pricing of RM150,000 to RM300,000 means that these freehold homes are great investments, too. Desa Idaman’s water park is complete with offerings to promote fun and wellbeing, no matter what your age. Adults will enjoy the almost 20-meter wide circular swimming pool, with its water reflexology path, massage nozzles, waterfall feature, water spa and two Jacuzzis. Start off your morning with a refreshing swim, cool off in the hot afternoon or come and de-stress with a soothing massage and reflexology treatment after a long day.

In the meantime, the park was well-planned to hold plenty of attractions for children, from the oval-shaped “Lazy and Crazy River” where they can enjoy float rides, to the five-metre look-out tower featuring a double loop slide offering thrills and spills. The shower umbrellas at the Splash/Play pool area, thunder rain effects at strategic points and magnificent life-size sculptures of giraffes and elephants add to the excitement.

Well-Equipped on Dry Land Too

Desa Idaman is well-equipped to create a family-friendly atmosphere on dry land, too. Recreation is available at its children’s playground, BBQ and picnic area, par course and comprehensive clubhouse complete with a gymnasium, nursery/childcare centre and a function area. Stroll paths enable you to enjoy relaxing walks, accompanied by lush landscaping and beautiful blossoms along the way. The biggest attraction, of course, is that families and loved ones are able to spend enjoyable moments together at their own doorstep – a precious gift in this ever-increasingly busy world.

With peace of mind an important factor today, Desa Idaman is gated and guarded with 24-hour security in addition to a proximity card access system. The wonderful water park facilities here cater only for residents, and are not open to the public. Thus, residents have their own private theme park for themselves and their loved ones.

Developer

The developer, Primaharta Development Sdn Bhd, has built a good reputation for quality homes in the Puchong Prima township since 1999, such as four-storey shop offices, double-storey terrace houses, various types of apartments, and spacious condominiums. Desa Impiana Condominiums adjacent to Desa Idaman has been completed with CF and is well maintained with beautiful landscaped surroundings and facilities, a testament to the developer’s delivery of quality and service.

With its strategic location in Puchong, Desa Idaman also enjoys established amenities and good linkage to Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Subang, Sunway, Putrajaya and other major urban centres. Accessibility to major highways such as the Damansara-Puchong Highway (LDP) is a breeze.

Discerning buyers who like the thought of a resort lifestyle in one of Desa Idaman’s freehold units should take action NOW to enjoy a five per cent rebate, free legal fees on the SPA, free maintenance fee for the first year, and much more! Call 03-8068 2888 or 012-920 7238 (weekend contact) for more information or log on to www.mitrajayahomes.com for a virtual tour of Desa Idaman.

Source: iProperty.com

Drain Deepening Work In Progress

Residents of Taman Paik Siong in Puchong, who had endured years of flood woes, can now look forward to flood-free days as deepening and cleaning works are being done on the drainage system.

The drain deepening and cleaning project is being carried out by the Subang Jaya Municipal Council (MPSJ) after much urging by Selangor senior state executive councillor and Kinrara assemblyman Teresa Kok.

For over a decade, the residential area has suffered from floods each time there is a heavy downpour.

Due to Taman Paik Siong’s locality at a lower ground level, water from the higher neighbouring areas like Bukit Kuchai would gush into the housing area, leaving many homes inundated by as much as a metre high or more of water.

The residents have complained endlessly over the years about the flooding situation but not much had been done to resolve the woes, until the deepening works now.

Teresa said she was happy to announce the good news to residents in Taman Paik Siong and also at Section 3 Taman Perindustrian Kinrara that the flood problem would be a thing of the past.

“I often received many calls to my office from angry residents whenever a flood happens,” Teresa said during a visit to the area.

“After doing the much-needed urging, the council is now at least remedying the situation by cleaning up rubbish clogged in the drain, which is one of the contributing factors towards flood,” she said.

Source: The Star, 26 September 2008

Malaysians Bullish On Local Property Market

Malaysians remain bullish on the local property market, according to iProperty.com Group's online Asia Property Trends Survey 2008.

In a statement here Tuesday, iProperty.com said the survey, which revealed the buying habits and trends of approximately 2,000 local and overseas property buyers who visited its website, www.iProperty.com.my, was conducted online from Aug 1-31, 2008.

"The survey showed 67 of the respondents expected property prices to go up by more than 10 percent in the next six to 18 months.

"Fascinatingly, 13 percent of them felt that Malaysian property prices will increase by over 40 percent in the same period," it said.

iProperty.com said the survey also showed 50 percent of the respondents had purchased at least one property over the last 24 months and 89 percent of them intended to buy property within the next 12 months.

The survey showed that Malaysians were also interested to buy landed properties with 63 of the respondents keen on ready-made/completed landed property.

Source: Bernama, 23 September 2008

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A Maiden Effort

Olympia College Kuala Lumpur has taken the step to offer assistance to school-going students.

Starting July 9 till Nov 5, 20 selected schools in the Klang Valley will benefit from Olympia College’s sponsorship of 10,000 copies of The Star and the NiE and F4F5 pullouts.

This is the first time the college is involved in The Star sponsorship scheme.

Raffles Education Group chairman Tan Sri Dr Yahaya Ibrahim said the sponsorship was in line with the college’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) programme to improve education in the country.

“Through NiE, students are more exposed to current affairs. The general knowledge gained is important and beneficial,” he said at the sponsorship presentation held at the college recently.

“Our initiative is aimed at cultivating in students a habit of reading newspapers as well.

“This can be achieved through the regular use of the pullouts in schools.

“When students familiarise themselves with the pullouts, they will almost automatically read the newspaper,’’ said Dr Yahaya.

He added that once students made this a habit, their level of English would improve too.

Dr Yahaya said that Olympia College, a member of the Raffles Education Group, would continue to play a part in helping to develop future leaders.

Executive director, Kevin Pereira, described the NiE and F4F5 pullouts as “reference materials that make for quality reading.”

Also present at the mock cheque presentation were teachers and students from some of the schools that would benefit, namely SMK Puchong Utama 1, SMK Puchong Batu 14, SMK Dato Onn, SMK Vivekananda, SMK Bangsar and SMK Puteri Titiwangsa.

Meanwhile, MOX Gases Sdn Bhd, better known as Malaysian Oxygen, sponsored RM10,000 worth of F4F5 to six schools in July.

The schools were SMK Sek 24 (2), Shah Alam, SMK Sri Utama, SMK Tinggi Klang, SMK St Xavier, SMK Sungai Ara and SMJK Chung Ling.

For details on how companies can sponsor copies of The Star to be distributed to schools, call Alvin Liew (019-2100 319) or Nur Afzan (019-3413 343) at Star Publications (M) Bhd’s corporate sponsorship unit.

Source: The Star