Making a space truly public
It’s time we move away from conventional methods of filling a space or building.
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Remembering an early step towards Unesco listing
Goh Ban Lee reflects on an important event in 1986 that helped drive George Town's Unesco listing.
The Living Museum of George Town
The Living Museum programme is an ongoing oral history exercise taking place in George Town to document, interpret and present the city's living heritage: its long-term residents and traders in the inner city.
George Town – a work in progress
After the heritage listing, the city continues to evolve. But is it on the right track?
The common good in Penang’s progress
For development to truly benefit everyone, consensus must be achieved among the community, private businesses and the government.
Think City – Catalyst for revitalising George Town
In 2009, a small team set about transforming and rejuvenating the city.
The GTGP – A prototype for urban regeneration
Just like Think City, the George Town Grants Programme is unique, and is the first programme of its kind in Malaysia.
A monthly dose of Penangiana
It has now been two years since this magazine, Penang Economic Monthly, was revamped into a new colourful product meant for wider circulation and sale.