R.E.A.C.H.

– Regional Environmental Awareness of Cameron Highlands

Newsletter March 2005

Regional Environmental Awareness Cameron Highlands

1, Jalan Besar, 39100 Brinchang, Cameron Highlands
Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia

TELEPHONE: 05-491 4950 FAX: 05-491 5832

HOTLINE: 012-589-8684 WEBSITE: www.reach.org.my

NEWSLETTER Issue No: 01/2005 MARCH 2005

President Dear Members and Friends of REACH,

Ramakrishnan R. I know we are already a quarter of the way through 2005, but its
not too late to wish you all a Happy New Year. Indeed, as time
Vice President rushes on, we also have a number of new changes here at
R.E.A.C.H.
Dr. Liau Tai Leong
First, I would like to introduce you to the new committee. Elected
Secretary
at our recent AGM in January, this committee comprises
Rev. Dr. Vijendra Daniel teachers, doctors, retirees, civil servants, pastors and those in
the private sector. Many of us have little or no experience with
Assistant Secretary environmental issues but are armed with a true spirit of
volunteerism. We aspire towards one goal - the preservation and
En. Zulkifli Md. Ariffin restoration of the beauty and rich biodiversity of our cherished
home, the Cameron Highlands.
Treasurer
Secondly, as you will notice in this issue, R.E.A.C.H. has planned
Mr. George Theseira many more member activities this new year. In conjunction with
st nd
World Forest Day and World Water Day on the 21 and 22
Committee Members
March 2005 respectively, we will be organizing a two -day
En. Amran bin Nazar Khan exhibition, a reforestation expedition and a talk at the local
secondary school. Full details are available inside. Please show
Dr. Cheam May Choo your appreciation for R.E.A.C.H. by supporting and attending
these activities.
Mrs. Moon Lee @ Chong
The third new change we have made this New Year is our
Mr. George Gan revised, remodelled and restyled website. If you haven’t visited
our site recently, may I strongly encourage you to check out
Mr. Kaliyannan K. http://www.reach.org.my On this website you will find our latest
Mr. Kok Tuck Khow reports on environmental issues, information regarding current
member activities, R.E.A.C.H. news updates, online polls and
Mrs. Laura Lau links to many other interesting environmental websites. You may
even contact us or leave us a message through the website.
Mr. Ong Lian Poh
Each New Year comes with new opportunities and new
Mrs. Rash Pal Kaur possibilities to preserve Cameron Highlands as a national
treasure. Won’t you help us to help you?
Mr. S.P. Rama
Cameron Highlands needs a helping hand. Yours!
Dr. Gary Theseira
Vijendra Daniel
Editor
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WORLD
FOREST DAY
21 MARCH 2005
&
WORLD
WATER DAY
22 MARCH 2005

R.E.A.C.H. UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

Tuesday, 15th March 2005

The Fascinating World Of Insects
Take a serene walk through our local jungle and learn from our nature experts about the
fascinating world of insects.

VENUE: Sg. Puah Campsite

TIME: 9 am – 12 noon
ADMISSION: Free for members. RM5 for non-members
RECOMMENDED AGE: Primary & Secondary Students

PLEASE BRING: Drinking water, notebooks and pencils.

CONTACT: Dr. Cheam May Choo (05-491 1550) for more information.

Saturday, 19th March & Sunday, 20th March 2005

Help Us To Help You!

This two-day exhibition will highlight the efforts of R.E.A.C.H. in preserving the
wonderful environment and natural wonders of Cameron Highlands.
R.E.A.C.H. needs a helping hand – yours!

VENUE: Food Court, Tanah Rata

TIME: 10 am – 10 pm
ADMISSION: Free

CONTACT: En. Amran Khan (491 5832) for more information.

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R.E.A.C.H. UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

Sunday, 20th March, 2005

Reforestation @ G. Brinchang

Come and help us to replant trees in an area that was illegally cleared and destroyed. No
experience necessary.

VENUE: Meet at R.E.A.C.H. office

TIME: 8 am
BRING: Drinking water and loads of enthusiasm.

Tuesday, 22 March, 2005

Water – The Elixir Of Life

With the cooperation of Jabatan Bekalan Air (JBA) Negeri Pahang and Jabatan
Pengairan dan Saliran (JPS) an informative seminar will be given to students of Sek.
Men. Keb. Sultan Ahmad Shah, Tanah Rata on the importance of preserving our most
precious natural resource.

Have you seen any indiscriminate land clearing, tree cutting, illegal dumping, river
polluting or any other environmental offenses around Cameron Highlands?

CALL THE R.E.A.C.H. HOTLINE

AT 012-589-8684 OR
EMAIL: reach@reach.org.my

and give us details such as place, time, date and a brief description of the
environmental crime committed.
Better still, if you can send us photos of the crime scene!
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ALLIANZ PROSAVINGS SCHEME FOR R.E.A.C.H. MEMBERS

R.E.A.C.H., in association with Allianz Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad, has developed
a savings and life insurance scheme to assist its members. Benefits of this scheme
include:

Guaranteed and Discounted Group Rate for all ages (Max. Entry Age 55)

Scope of Coverage
Death or Disability
36 Critical Illnesses
Bereavement Benefits
Worldwide 24-Hour Coverage

Hassle Free Payment Options via Credit Card, Payroll Deduction or Cheque

Simplified Application & Lenient Underwriting Process

Retirement Cash Benefit at age 55/65, with average interest of 6% p.a.

Coverage Extended to Family Members.

Income Tax Relief and Non-Probate processing.

Periodical Consulting Services on Wealth planning and Risk management.

R.E.A.C.H. will receive 2% administrative expenses per client.

For further information please contact the R.E.A.C.H. office 05-4914950

or Mr. Kevin Lu, 012-377-3687.
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THE R.E.A.C.H. DIARY

Date Saturday Thursday Saturday
15 January 20 January 5 February
Seminar For Talk on Recycling
Event R.E.A.C.H. Promoting and Dengue
AGM Environmental Prevention
Education
Venue Heritage Hotel INTAN IMATEC, KL Kg. Taman Sedia
Comments Guests of honour included YB This video-conference About 20residents of
S.K. Devamany (Member of was held simultaneously Taman Sedia and
Parliament for Cameron in Japan, Fiji, Turkey, staff of MDCH were
Highlands), YB Chong (State Kenya, Laos and briefed by Dr. Liau on
Assemblyman for Tanah Rata) Malaysia. the importance of
and En. Azizan Ahmed (D.O. recycling and Dengue
of Cameron Highlands) President Rama prevention.
A total of 54 people represented R.E.A.C.H. at
attended the AGM. this conference.
Date Sunday Monday Monday
6 February 14 February 21 February
Event Cameron Highlands Pahang Structural Recycling Talk to
Japanese Long Stay Plan 2002 –2020 Women at
Club Meeting Taman Sedia
Venue Heritage Hotel Marina Chalet
Taman Sedia
Comments Dr. Liau presented his R.E.A.C.H. submitted a Rev. Dr. Viji Daniel
maiden Japanese speech comprehensive and En. Amran Khan
at this meeting, briefing the feedback of the gave a talk on the
participants about structural plan to the importance of
R.E.A.C.H. and its State Town and recycling and the
activities. Planning Dept. methods of recycling
A complete copy of the to this local
comments can be community.
viewed at our website:
www.reach.org.my

RECIPIENTS OF ‘FRIENDS OF R.E.A.C.H.’ AWARD 2004

Presented at the AGM 15 January 2005
1. Y.B. S.K. Devamany for his kind support and encouragement to R.E.A.C.H..
2. En. Azizan Ahmed, D.O. of Cameron Highlands for his support to R.E.A.C.H..
3. Mr. Sivadas Periasamy for donating two computers to R.E.A.C.H..
4. En. Nadzri Sulaiman for his assistance and partnership in hosting our website.
5. Mr. & Mrs. Eng Jee Wan for their kind financial donation.
6. Mr. Karam Singh Wallia for his continued help and support in highlighting environmental issues
of Cameron Highlands in the media.
7. WWF Board of Trustees for their generous financial contribution.
8. DBB Naga for their tireless effort in the preparation and production of R.E.A.C.H. posters and
calendars.
9. Heritage Hotel for strongly supporting R.E.A.C.H. activities.
10. Jabatan Hutan for their partnership in our reforestation program.
11. PKBF (Pahang Tourism) for their partnership in our forthcoming exhibition “Recollections of
Cameron Highlands”.