An abandoned building (formerly an engine oil factory) located on Lot No 3969 in Kampung Tg Kupang was refurbished as the Kelab Alami Nature & Heritage Centre (KANHC), thanks to the support of the Port of Tg Pelepas (PTP), the Johor Port Authority (LPJ), the Iskandar Regional Development Authority (IRDA) and an invaluable team of Project Consultants.
Kelab Alami has been blessed with the generosity of both Port of Tg Pelepas (PTP) and Lembaga Pelabuhan Johor (LPJ) for granting us the long-term use of their land at no cost, and with additional support for a possible EcoPark in future.
Kelab Alami has been blessed with the generosity of both Port of Tg Pelepas (PTP) and Lembaga Pelabuhan Johor (LPJ) for granting us the long-term use of their land at no cost, and with additional support for a possible EcoPark in future.
Site Owners
Site Refurbishment Grant
IRDA Kawan Iskandar Malaysia
The Kelab Alami Nature & Heritage Centre would not have been possible without these amazing people and companies, many of whom are doing work at cost, with generous discounts, or pro bono as part of their Community Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts - or simply because they have HUMONGOUS hearts. Thus far, the total value of all their contributions (in kind and in cash) is a whopping RM1,474,000. A MILLION THANKS from all of us at Kelab Alami!!!
Project Team
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PROJECT ADVISOR
Dato' Zamani bin Kasim
(formerly Group CEO of Astaka Holdings) Dato’ Zamani has more than 35 years’ experience in property development - from a 5-star hotel, the Seremban Hilton to overseeing the development of Puteri Harbour (awarded The Best Masterplan by FIABCI). He also played an instrumental role in the design and construction of One Bukit Senyum which includes Menara MBJB – the new headquarters of Johor Bahru’s City Council. |
PROJECT MANAGEMENTDevelopment PMC Sdn Bhd
Tan Li Ann's strength lies in land matters, master planning, phase planning and authority approvals; she is highly experienced in strategic marketing, marketing & sales and construction management. Formerly with Astaka Holdings Ltd, Li Ann was involved in the high-end mixed development One Bukit Senyum, Puteri Harbour, Forest City and Bukit Pelali @Pengerang. |
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PROJECT COORDINATOR
Hakimi bin Bakri
Kimi as he is popularly known as, is no stranger to Kelab Alami having joined when he was 9 years old. Although he didn't finish school, he is intelligent and has capably managed many Kelab Alami camping activities. Kimi is also a certified and licensed Green Guide. Additionally, he was voted the best participant during the Green Guide course. |
PROJECT CONSULTANTS
About KANHC
MULTI-PURPOSE DEVELOPMENT
KANHC will be the commercial, research and tourism nexus for Kelab Alami. Koperasi Alami Johor Berhad, a co-operative whose members are from the local community will manage KANHC and its programmes, services and activities. Located on 4.946 acres of land, this space will showcase the outputs of our decade-long natural habitat and cultural documentation in Mukim Tg Kupang; be the centre of our tourism and educational activities; as well as act as a gathering place for our fishermen and the wider community. |
KANHC sections drawing © Razin Architects
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Work & Research
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Seminar room drawing © Razin Architects
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Public space
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Interior exhibition drawing © Razin Architects
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Learning
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Fact Sheet
Kanhc vision
To become a centre for seagrass and mangrove research, environmental education and capacity building for marine-related employment.
KANHC Mission
To enable the local community to benefit from and participate in the urbanisation and development in their neighbourhood through employment in marine-related fields so that they are able to remain in touch with their marine heritage.
PHASE 1 (KIM GRANT)
- Site Clearing
- Main Gate, Structural Reinforcements & Roofing
- Water & Electricity Infrastructure
- Internal & External Toilet, Shower Rooms & Surau
- Information Centre & Exhibition Gallery
- Laboratory
- Merchandise & Refreshments Corner
- Meeting Room & Office
- Storage Areas
WHAT DOES KANHC HOPE TO ACHIEVE?
- Bridge science, social science and local knowledge
- Study and showcase studies of coastal habitat - human interactions and connectivity
- Consolidate traditional ecological wisdom with scientific research & documentation
- To be the multi-purpose nexus of all Kelab Alami activities
- Support multiple segments of the community in opportunities for alternative or supplementary incomes, job skills development & certification.
- To become a centre for citizen science, experiential environmental education and coastal heritage research, sharing and exchange
- A base for Alami Academy (research, training & education)
- Run, managed and maintained by Kelab Alami youth, crew and the wider local community