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**Author:** [@Mu51kuY](https://puchong.co/u/Mu51kuY)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2025, 6:09am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/about-the-news-category/204 "2025-10-07T06:09:50Z")
--- ## [IOI Properties Launches RM5.3 Billion REIT Featuring Puchong Hotel and Commercial Assets](https://puchong.co/t/ioi-properties-launches-rm53-billion-reit-featuring-puchong-hotel-and-commercial-assets/7266)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 2:20am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/ioi-properties-launches-rm53-billion-reit-featuring-puchong-hotel-and-commercial-assets/7266 "2026-11-06T02:20:07Z")
IOI Properties Group Bhd has officially launched the prospectus for its IOIPG Malaysia Real Estate Investment Trust (IOIPG REIT), marking one of Malaysia’s largest property investment trust listings. The REIT is expe… --- ## [Selangor's RM70 Billion Investment Boom Creates New Opportunities for Puchong's Semiconductor Industry](https://puchong.co/t/selangors-rm70-billion-investment-boom-creates-new-opportunities-for-puchongs-semiconductor-industry/7263)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2026, 1:57am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangors-rm70-billion-investment-boom-creates-new-opportunities-for-puchongs-semiconductor-industry/7263 "2026-11-05T01:57:44Z")
Selangor is strengthening its position as a major technology and investment destination after attracting nearly RM70 billion in approved investments during the first half of 2026, with more than 90% coming from the se… --- ## [S P Setia and HELP Education to Develop New International School in Bandar Kinrara, Puchong - Economy](https://puchong.co/t/s-p-setia-and-help-education-to-develop-new-international-school-in-bandar-kinrara-puchong-economy/7256)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2026, 1:18am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/s-p-setia-and-help-education-to-develop-new-international-school-in-bandar-kinrara-puchong-economy/7256 "2026-11-04T01:18:55Z")
A new international school is planned for Bandar Kinrara following a partnership between property developer S P Setia Bhd and HELP Education Group, marking another investment in the area’s education and commercial dev… --- ## [Food Safety Alert: JAIS Investigates Major Puchong Poultry Plant Over Halal Compliance Breaches](https://puchong.co/t/food-safety-alert-jais-investigates-major-puchong-poultry-plant-over-halal-compliance-breaches/7255)
**Author:** [@Ryker\_0603](https://puchong.co/u/Ryker_0603)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2026, 4:51pm UTC](https://puchong.co/t/food-safety-alert-jais-investigates-major-puchong-poultry-plant-over-halal-compliance-breaches/7255 "2026-11-03T16:51:46Z")
Recent raids on a massive poultry processing plant in Puchong have sparked significant food safety and halal compliance concerns across the Klang Valley. The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS), alongside Buk… --- ## [Ajiya Proposes RM58 Million Sale of Industrial Factory in Puchong, Highlighting Strong Industrial Property Demand - Economy](https://puchong.co/t/ajiya-proposes-rm58-million-sale-of-industrial-factory-in-puchong-highlighting-strong-industrial-property-demand-economy/7252)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2026, 1:29am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/ajiya-proposes-rm58-million-sale-of-industrial-factory-in-puchong-highlighting-strong-industrial-property-demand-economy/7252 "2026-11-03T01:29:20Z")
Ajiya Bhd has proposed selling its freehold industrial property in Taman Perindustrian Puchong Utama for RM58 million, reflecting continued activity in Puchong’s industrial property market. According to EdgeProp Mala… --- ## [RM160,000 in Deepavali Shopping Vouchers Distributed to 800 Kinrara Residents](https://puchong.co/t/rm160000-in-deepavali-shopping-vouchers-distributed-to-800-kinrara-residents/7249)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2026, 2:30am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/rm160000-in-deepavali-shopping-vouchers-distributed-to-800-kinrara-residents/7249 "2026-11-02T02:30:39Z")
A total of 800 residents in the Kinrara state constituency benefited from Selangor’s Deepavali edition of the Jom Shopping programme this year, with each recipient receiving a RM200 shopping voucher. The programme wa… --- ## [RT Pastry Plans RM22 Million Factory Expansion in Seri Kembangan](https://puchong.co/t/rt-pastry-plans-rm22-million-factory-expansion-in-seri-kembangan/7246)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2026, 1:17am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/rt-pastry-plans-rm22-million-factory-expansion-in-seri-kembangan/7246 "2026-10-30T01:17:40Z")
Malaysian pastry manufacturer RT Pastry Holdings Bhd has proposed acquiring two industrial land parcels in Seri Kembangan, Selangor, for RM22 million. The proposed acquisition is intended to support the company’s manu… --- ## [Selangor Uses Food Tourism and Motorsport to Support Local Businesses](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-uses-food-tourism-and-motorsport-to-support-local-businesses/7243)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2026, 8:29am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-uses-food-tourism-and-motorsport-to-support-local-businesses/7243 "2026-10-29T08:29:31Z")
Selangor is increasingly using food festivals, cultural experiences and international motorsport events to attract visitors and support local businesses. A report published by The Malaysian Reserve on 28 October 2026 … --- ## [UMMC Expands Free Child Health Screening and Dengue Vaccination Drive for Klang Valley Families](https://puchong.co/t/ummc-expands-free-child-health-screening-and-dengue-vaccination-drive-for-klang-valley-families/7240)
**Author:** [@Ryker\_0603](https://puchong.co/u/Ryker_0603)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 10:19am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/ummc-expands-free-child-health-screening-and-dengue-vaccination-drive-for-klang-valley-families/7240 "2026-10-28T10:19:40Z")
Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC / PPUM) has expanded its free health screening and dengue vaccination program for children across the Klang Valley, providing an essential wellness opportunity for Puchong famili… --- ## [Puchong School Pupils Create Smart Pothole Detector With RM114 Budget](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-school-pupils-create-smart-pothole-detector-with-rm114-budget/7238)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 1:15am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-school-pupils-create-smart-pothole-detector-with-rm114-budget/7238 "2026-10-28T01:15:10Z")
A team of five Year Six pupils from Sekolah Kebangsaan Puchong Utama 2 has developed an Internet of Things (IoT)-based device that detects road potholes, using a project budget of just RM114. The team, known as Pasuk… --- ## [Taman Tasik Wawasan Puchong Gets RM727,347 Upgrade with New Playground and Parkour Facilities](https://puchong.co/t/taman-tasik-wawasan-puchong-gets-rm727347-upgrade-with-new-playground-and-parkour-facilities/7237)
**Author:** [@KhairunnisaHanie](https://puchong.co/u/KhairunnisaHanie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2026, 1:12am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/taman-tasik-wawasan-puchong-gets-rm727347-upgrade-with-new-playground-and-parkour-facilities/7237 "2026-10-28T01:12:03Z")
Residents in Puchong have more reasons to look forward to spending time outdoors following the completion of upgrading works at Taman Tasik Wawasan, one of the area’s recreational spaces. According to a report publis… --- ## [RM53.35 Million Construction Contract Awarded for Rio City Town Centre in Puchong](https://puchong.co/t/rm5335-million-construction-contract-awarded-for-rio-city-town-centre-in-puchong/7235)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 7:49am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/rm5335-million-construction-contract-awarded-for-rio-city-town-centre-in-puchong/7235 "2026-10-27T07:49:20Z")
Aneka Jaringan Holdings Bhd has secured a RM53.35 million contract for bored piling works at Rio City Town Centre in Puchong, Selangor. The contract was reported by Bernama on 26 October 2026 and is expected to contri… --- ## [MBSJ's Carbon-Free Day Series 3 is Coming to Giant Bandar Kinrara!](https://puchong.co/t/mbsjs-carbon-free-day-series-3-is-coming-to-giant-bandar-kinrara/7229)
**Author:** [@Ryker\_0603](https://puchong.co/u/Ryker_0603)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 11:14am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/mbsjs-carbon-free-day-series-3-is-coming-to-giant-bandar-kinrara/7229 "2026-10-22T11:14:34Z")
The Subang Jaya City Council (MBSJ) is bringing back its highly anticipated community event, the Subang Jaya Carbon-Free Day (Series 3/2026), and this time it will be hosted right here in our neighbourhood! Set to tak… --- ## [Selangor Launches RM200 Million Financing Initiative to Support SMEs and Contractors](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-launches-rm200-million-financing-initiative-to-support-smes-and-contractors/7227)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 1:22am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-launches-rm200-million-financing-initiative-to-support-smes-and-contractors/7227 "2026-10-22T01:22:44Z")
Selangor has expanded its business financing support through Selangor Advance 500 (SA500), an initiative designed to help eligible businesses and contractors manage cash flow while waiting for payments on completed pr… --- ## [Selangor Introduces SA500 Financing Support to Help Contractors Manage Cash Flow](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-introduces-sa500-financing-support-to-help-contractors-manage-cash-flow/7225)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 1:45am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-introduces-sa500-financing-support-to-help-contractors-manage-cash-flow/7225 "2026-10-21T01:45:56Z")
Selangor has introduced a financing initiative designed to help contractors and companies manage cash flow gaps while waiting for payments on completed projects. The initiative was highlighted on 15 October 2026 along… --- ## [Puchong Workshop Helps Small Businesses Build Their Own Websites on 24–25 October](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-workshop-helps-small-businesses-build-their-own-websites-on-24%E2%80%9325-october/7224)
**Author:** [@KhairunnisaHanie](https://puchong.co/u/KhairunnisaHanie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 1:18am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-workshop-helps-small-businesses-build-their-own-websites-on-24%E2%80%9325-october/7224 "2026-10-21T01:18:05Z")
Small business owners and entrepreneurs in Puchong will have an opportunity to build their online presence at an upcoming two-day, hands-on workshop at SetiaWalk on 24 and 25 October 2026. The Go Digital: Website & L… --- ## [Haze Alert for Puchong Families: Selangor Schools Open Today, but Outdoor Activities Remain Suspended](https://puchong.co/t/haze-alert-for-puchong-families-selangor-schools-open-today-but-outdoor-activities-remain-suspended/7223)
**Author:** [@Hong\_Ze\_Cheng](https://puchong.co/u/Hong_Ze_Cheng)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 1:13am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/haze-alert-for-puchong-families-selangor-schools-open-today-but-outdoor-activities-remain-suspended/7223 "2026-10-21T01:13:17Z")
Parents and students in Puchong and across Selangor should continue taking precautions against the ongoing haze. According to an announcement published on 20 October 2026, schools and educational institutions under th… --- ## [Attention Puchong SMEs: Key Business Grants and Financing Opportunities from Budget 2026](https://puchong.co/t/attention-puchong-smes-key-business-grants-and-financing-opportunities-from-budget-2026/7222)
**Author:** [@Ryker\_0603](https://puchong.co/u/Ryker_0603)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 10:58am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/attention-puchong-smes-key-business-grants-and-financing-opportunities-from-budget-2026/7222 "2026-10-20T10:58:08Z")
With the recent tabling of the Fourth MADANI Budget 2026 just a few days ago, there are several massive financial allocations designed specifically to support local small and medium enterprises (SMEs). For the thousan… --- ## [Puchong Internship Opportunities: Local Employers Seeking Students for Business, IT and Digital](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-internship-opportunities-local-employers-seeking-students-for-business-it-and-digital/7221)
**Author:** [@Amani\_Farhani](https://puchong.co/u/Amani_Farhani)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 9:37am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-internship-opportunities-local-employers-seeking-students-for-business-it-and-digital/7221 "2026-10-20T09:37:24Z")
As of Tuesday, 20 October 2026, several employers in Puchong, Selangor, have advertised internship opportunities for students in information technology, software-related fields and business support. Recent listings inclu… --- ## [Selangor Targets Six Semiconductor Companies for IPO by 2030](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-targets-six-semiconductor-companies-for-ipo-by-2030/7219)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2026, 1:29am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-targets-six-semiconductor-companies-for-ipo-by-2030/7219 "2026-10-20T01:29:34Z")
Selangor is aiming to help six semiconductor and integrated circuit (IC) companies prepare for public listings by 2030, as the state pushes to develop more homegrown technology businesses. The update was reported by B… --- ## [Extreme Rainfall Causes Flash Floods Across USJ and Parts of Klang Valley](https://puchong.co/t/extreme-rainfall-causes-flash-floods-across-usj-and-parts-of-klang-valley/7217)
**Author:** [@Ryker\_0603](https://puchong.co/u/Ryker_0603)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 10:22am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/extreme-rainfall-causes-flash-floods-across-usj-and-parts-of-klang-valley/7217 "2026-10-19T10:22:53Z")
If you travelled through Subang Jaya over the weekend, you likely encountered the aftermath of severe weather. On Saturday, October 17, extreme rainfall overwhelmed local drainage systems, triggering flash floods acro… --- ## [Puchong Entrepreneurs: MBSJ Offers a Three-Year Rental Opportunity for 16 Stalls in Saujana Puchong](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-entrepreneurs-mbsj-offers-a-three-year-rental-opportunity-for-16-stalls-in-saujana-puchong/7216)
**Author:** [@Amani\_Farhani](https://puchong.co/u/Amani_Farhani)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 1:35am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-entrepreneurs-mbsj-offers-a-three-year-rental-opportunity-for-16-stalls-in-saujana-puchong/7216 "2026-10-19T01:35:11Z")
Small business owners and entrepreneurs in Puchong may be interested in a commercial rental opportunity previously announced by Majlis Bandaraya Subang Jaya (MBSJ) for a stall complex and parking area in Taman Saujana… --- ## [Selangor Plans Robotics Manufacturing Hub to Strengthen Its Technology Economy](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-plans-robotics-manufacturing-hub-to-strengthen-its-technology-economy/7213)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 2:45am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-plans-robotics-manufacturing-hub-to-strengthen-its-technology-economy/7213 "2026-10-16T02:45:19Z")
Selangor is taking another step towards expanding its high-tech economy through a proposed robotics manufacturing ecosystem at NCT Smart Industrial Park in Sepang. The collaboration between Selangor Information Techno… --- ## [Malaysia Plans to Raise Minimum Wage to RM2,000 in June 2027 Under New Budget](https://puchong.co/t/malaysia-plans-to-raise-minimum-wage-to-rm2000-in-june-2027-under-new-budget/7211)
**Author:** [@Hong\_Ze\_Cheng](https://puchong.co/u/Hong_Ze_Cheng)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 1:17am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/malaysia-plans-to-raise-minimum-wage-to-rm2000-in-june-2027-under-new-budget/7211 "2026-10-16T01:17:19Z")
Malaysia has announced plans to increase the national minimum wage from RM1,700 to RM2,000 per month starting in June 2027, as part of Budget 2027. The proposal was announced by Prime Minister and Finance Minister Datuk … --- ## [Selangor Schools in Petaling Districts Closed on 16 October as Haze Worsens](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-schools-in-petaling-districts-closed-on-16-october-as-haze-worsens/7210)
**Author:** [@Amani\_Farhani](https://puchong.co/u/Amani_Farhani)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2026, 1:07am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-schools-in-petaling-districts-closed-on-16-october-as-haze-worsens/7210 "2026-10-16T01:07:58Z")
Parents and students in Puchong and surrounding areas should take note of a school closure announcement issued by the Selangor State Education Department (JPNS) on Thursday, 15 October 2026. Due to worsening haze cond… --- ## [Selangor Attracts Over RM3 Billion in Potential Foreign Investment](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-attracts-over-rm3-billion-in-potential-foreign-investment/7206)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 1:17am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-attracts-over-rm3-billion-in-potential-foreign-investment/7206 "2026-10-15T01:17:04Z")
Selangor has attracted more than RM3 billion in potential investment from four foreign investors, according to a report published on 14 October 2026. The investment interest was announced at the Selangor International… --- ## [Puchong Semiconductor Design Park Highlighted as Selangor Attracts RM3 Billion in Potential Investment](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-semiconductor-design-park-highlighted-as-selangor-attracts-rm3-billion-in-potential-investment/7205)
**Author:** [@KhairunnisaHanie](https://puchong.co/u/KhairunnisaHanie)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2026, 1:13am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/puchong-semiconductor-design-park-highlighted-as-selangor-attracts-rm3-billion-in-potential-investment/7205 "2026-10-15T01:13:19Z")
Selangor has attracted more than RM3 billion in potential investment from four foreign companies, with Puchong highlighted as part of the state’s plans to strengthen Malaysia’s semiconductor and technology industries. … --- ## [Selangor Schools to Remain Open on Thursday (Oct 15) Despite Haze Conditions](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-schools-to-remain-open-on-thursday-oct-15-despite-haze-conditions/7204)
**Author:** [@Ryker\_0603](https://puchong.co/u/Ryker_0603)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 4:03pm UTC](https://puchong.co/t/selangor-schools-to-remain-open-on-thursday-oct-15-despite-haze-conditions/7204 "2026-10-14T16:03:52Z")
Following recent concerns over the deteriorating air quality across the Klang Valley, the Selangor State Education Department has officially announced today that all schools in the state will continue to operate as us… --- ## [AYER Holdings Prepares Two New Township Developments in Bandar Bukit Puchong](https://puchong.co/t/ayer-holdings-prepares-two-new-township-developments-in-bandar-bukit-puchong/7203)
**Author:** [@fai](https://puchong.co/u/fai)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 1:28am UTC](https://puchong.co/t/ayer-holdings-prepares-two-new-township-developments-in-bandar-bukit-puchong/7203 "2026-10-14T01:28:07Z")
AYER Holdings Bhd is preparing to unveil two new master-planned developments, AYER Gardens and AYER Heights, as it continues developing Bandar Bukit Puchong. The company has approximately 600 acres of undeveloped fre… [Next page](https://puchong.co/c/news/16.md?page=1)