Is is inevitable that the Klang Valley skyline becomes and endless sea of concrete and suffocating smog, with nary a touch of green to ease the eyes? It certainly looks like we are progressing inevitably in that direction if recent developments with the ongoing campaign to preserve the Gasing Green Belt are anything to go by. DBKL’s decision not to allow a public hearing on the Gasing Meridien bungalow project have dealt a blow to residents who have real concerns that clearing vegetation on this slope could have severe consenquences in terms of damage to property and the loss of human lives, quite apart from the loss of a beloved green belt and recreational area. READ THE LATEST UPDATES ON THESE ISSUES HERE - Jan 30 2008  

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In the past few weeks, a number of residents and visiting family members have sought clarification on various issues pertaining to the establishment of security barricades in the Section Five area. Your participation and interest in this process is much appreciated and has helped somewhat to refine proposals to improve the execution of this project. All these queries have been responded to by ED LEE. For the benefit of the Section Five community and people that use the recreation areas of Gasing Hill, some of these Frequently Asked Questions and their responses are recorded here for the benefit of those of you with similar queries. Read More →

The Star, April 17 2007 

Stories by Hilary Chiew

A tract of forest that hosts rare plants in urban Petaling Jaya, Selangor, is giving way to a burial ground and other development plans. Read More →

In March 2007, when opening the fourth sitting of the 11th Selangor State Assembly, the Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah made an important statement on the environment which offers a sliver of hope to people that care about nature. Read More →

A landmark publication for nature conservation at the annual Raptor Watch celebration on the 10th of March 2007 - The Directory of Important Bird Areas in Malaysia: Key Sites for Conservation. This publication was prepared by Yeap Chin Aik, Anthony Sebastian and Geoffrey Davison. It is reportedly the culmination of a six year process to map out key conservation areas throughout the country, using birds as indicators. Read More →

Security Update: From April 18 2007, as a first step to tightening security in Section 5, the initial ‘objection period’ for the drop gates will take effect. Please read this notice from the Residents’ Association for the details.

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The Star, April 12 2007

By Dharmender Singh

SELANGOR: Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Dr Mohamad Khir Toyo has assured Kota Damansara folk that no portion of the former Community Forest Park would be used for development.  Read More →

Sabah-based professional photographer and conservationist, Cede Prudente, recently picked up top honours at the 2007 Wildlife Asia Film Festival. His photograph simply titled Orang Utan Swinging was judged the Best Stills Picture.

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Many people that are involved in conserving nature derive satisfaction not merely from being engaged in a meaningful activity, but from the sheer enjoyment of being in nature. It is a added bonus then to be recognised for playing a role in conserving Malaysia’s amazing environmental heritage. This year, Irshad Mobarak, our very own Jungle-Wallah of Langkawi was announced as one of the DiGi Amazing Malaysians for 2007. Greenwaveasia is proud to congratulate this dedicated island ecosystem conservationist for being singled out for this honour. Read More →

A few days of heavy evening showers were all the encouragement needed for part of the hillslope at the edge of the Sivan Temple to collapse. This picture, taken on March 23 2007, shows the hasty measures taken to cover the area with blue tarpaulin to stem further slips. Read More →