Our Forest - Hutan Kita Sekolah- Sekolah Putrajaya

‘Hutan Kita Sekolah-Sekolah Putrajaya’, simply translated as ‘Our Forest in Putrajaya Schools’ is a reforestation program involving 20 schools in the city of Putrajaya, Malaysia. A launching of the program was held at Sekolah Sultan Alam Shah, Putrajaya on 11th November 2010 and offi ciated by the Chairman of Landskap Malaysia, Tun Jeanne Abdullah. This program was jointly organized by Landskap Malaysia and Sekretariat Prihatin Malaysia with collaboration from Jabatan Pelajaran Wilayah Persekutuan Putrajaya, Perbadanan Putrajaya, OISCAInternational and OISCA Malaysia. This event is also supported by Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Alam Sekitar Malaysia and Ministry of Federal Territories and Urban Wellbeing.

The program is initiated following the success of an earlier tree planting program called Hutan Kita which was held on 15th February 2009 at Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur. A total of 2,500 saplings from 10 species of forest trees were planted by students and teachers at all 20 schools in Putrajaya simultaneously. This program aims at creating a forest environment within the school compound that will provide ample opportunities for environmental education and enhancing student’s awareness towards the importance and benefi ts of trees.

On 24th October 2010, Landskap Malaysia with Sekretariat Prihatin Malaysia, OISCA International and OISCA Malaysia have reached a common understanding and signed an agreement in Nagoya, Japan to form a partnership called Kami-Omoiyari. Kami-Omoiyari is a combination of a Malay word, Kami translated as We while Omoiyari means Care in Japanese. Tun Jeanne Abdullah highlighted that the younger generation should inculcate the spirit of forest stewardship through appreciation. With such strength and enthusiasm, it will ensure the existence of our forest in the future. The Chairman also added that everyone including the government must play a pivotal role and should be responsible to educate, guide and shape them to become attentive and sensitive towards the environment.

Background of Landskap Malaysia
The formation of Landskap Malaysia was the initiative of Y.A.Bhg. Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi and Y.A.Bhg. Tun Jeanne Abdullah. It is an independent, non-profit organisation incorporated on 25th March 2009. Landskap Malaysia functions to support the government and relevant agencies in enhancing public awareness on the importance of landscape and the natural environment through education, technical assistance, and advisory panel. It is also involved in promoting landscape as well as carrying out research and development activities through cooperative programs with other national and international agencies. For more information, visit www.landskapmalaysia.com

Ikebana Workshop

27th October 2010

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2011

Wednesday 30th March to Sunday 3rd April 2011

It is regarded as the largest and the most successful horticultural event in the Southern Hemisphere, and ranked the top five flower shows in the world. The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show is a celebration of Australian lifestyle and their great outdoors. It will feature the best landscape and floral talent that Australia has to offer.

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Hong Kong Flower Show 2011

11 to 20 March 2011

The Hong Kong Flower Show 2011 will be held from 11th to 20th March 2011 at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay. The theme flower is the Primula and the event will showcase this exquisite plant and a rich profusion of potted plants, beautiful floral arrangements as well as beautiful landscape displays by organisations from local, the Mainland and overseas. Stalls selling flowers and other horticultural products will be participating. The Show is a major event organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department to promote horticulture and the awareness of greening. During the show, a rich recreation programme will also be organised for the enjoyment of visitors of all ages. They include student drawing competition, photo competition, music and cultural performances, floral art demonstrations, plant maintenance workshops, and fun games.

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The Perdana Lake Gardens rehabilitation

The Kuala Lumpur city hall has embarked on a program to rehabilitate the Lake Gardens and to transform it into a Botanical Garden. It will be renamed the Perdana Botanical Garden and the first phase is underway. The Prime Minister Y.A.B. Dato’ Seri Najib Tun Razak will launch the Gardens once the first phase is completed. This phase consist of the restoring the existing heritage trees and addition of collections of flora as well as upgrading the existing facilities. The lake will have its water quality restored and maintained. The beautification includes addition of water features and planting of unique and amazing trees.

Malaysian Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Show (MAHA) 2010

26th November 2010 Until 5th December 2010

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show

Wednesday 2nd April - Sunday 6th April 2008

With the future of MIFGS assured we are excited to announce a new presenting sponsor. The show, ranked in the top five flower shows in the world will be presented by the Mighty Helpful Mitre 10. The world renowned Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is entering its 13th year and is now regarded as the largest and most successful horticultural event in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Hortiflorexpo China in Beijing

From 9 April 2008 to 12 April 2008
At The Beijing Exhibition Centre
The 10th Hortiflorexpo China will cover at least 15,000sqm exhibiting area. A lot of events will be arranged during the Hortiflorexpo China such as seminars, flower arrangement display, field/factory visits and lots more.

44th IFLA 2007 World Congress

27-31 August 2007 in Kuala Lumpur
IFLA 2007 World Congress is jointly organized by National Landscape Department, Ministry of Housing & Local Government, Malaysia, The Institute of Landscape Architects Malaysia (ILAM) and the International Federation of Landscape Architects. The Congress theme is EDEN-ing The Earth. The Congress seeks to address and attempt to find solutions for the various issues and challenges that face future generations and the landscape architect discipline in making the world a better place to live in.

Putrajaya Flower & Garden Festival

Lakefront, Precinct 2, PutrajayaAugust 25-Sept 2, 2007
PUTRAJAYA FLORIA is an international event hosted by Putrajaya Corporation. (Please see Advertorial and advert on page 22 and 23).