Summary
- Jelutong landfill rehabilitation deadline extended to January 31, 2027.
- Gurney Bay expected to be fully completed in 2027 after RM179 million spent.
- State addresses landslide investigations, hillside development and infrastructure concerns.
GEORGE TOWN, November 6 — The Penang government has extended the Jelutong landfill rehabilitation project deadline to January 31, 2027.
While targeting full completion of Gurney Bay next year, state executive councillor Jason H’ng Mooi Lye said. During his winding-up speech at the Penang State Assembly.
H’ng said the landfill project remained active despite environmental impact assessment (EIA) setbacks, with additional time granted to resolve land-use compliance issues.
A proposed 70-acre reclamation project near Karpal Singh Drive can proceed only after obtaining the necessary environmental and regulatory approvals.
Meanwhile, RM179 million has been spent on Gurney Bay, with outstanding construction defects, electrical installations and landscaping works still requiring attention before full operations begin in 2027.
H’ng said third-party contractors had been appointed to complete unfinished works without additional state funding. Addressing the October 25 landslide in Paya Terubong that killed a resident.
He said the Department of Occupational Safety and Health was investigating construction practices, design and regulatory compliance.
He also clarified that proposed development policies for land above 76 metres remained under review, with hillside projects requiring technical assessments and planning approval.
The state continues to review infrastructure development, environmental protection and public safety measures.
