Sun2surf.com, (Nov 15, 2006)
The conversion of the two permanent forest reserves in Bukit Panchor in Nibong Tebal and Pulau Jerejak into state parks is expected to be completed by the middle of next year.
The two reserves, with a total area of 445 ha and 295 ha respectively, are part of 16 permanent forest reserves in the state totalling 6,000 ha.
State tourism development and environmental committee chairman Teng Chang Yeow said the process of converting the usage of the land is in progress and expected to be completed before June.
"This process includes making amendments to the State Forestry Enactment and will also need the green light from the National Forestry Board," he said after officiating at a forest variety awareness programme for school children.
