spe
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Volunteering in Malaysia by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Malaysia? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
THe best way about volunteering is to join groups that dont have much publicity etc. Fact: all funds are not audited in NGOs in Malaysia.So you dont want to be part of a 'racket'.I was duped before by many volunteering groups and ... Read More
Volunteering in Malaysia by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Malaysia? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
Hi Heres a reply ..hope it wont be deleted by the Admin....... Its FREE education in Malaysia for all Malaysian Kids. But we have a new situation with illegal immigrants and other kids who do not have the right documentation to go to school.Hence a ... Read More
Volunteering in Malaysia by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Malaysia? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
will send you a mail.....the ones that get a lot of publicity and also mentioned here are quite dangerous as theres money ebezzlement and really, one should not be a part of that...... Read More
Looking for art supplies in Kuala Lumpur by Aida47
Hi I am looking for Art Supplies in Kuala Lumpur. Paints, canvas etc for my personal use. I will be grateful if anyone can share their experience/shopping tips. Aida
Please go to NanYang in Petaling Sreet also known as China town..great art supplies....I you cant fin it got to Tzip Lee in Bangsar Bau alog Telawi and it has Art supplies too...Have fun! (Hope the admin doesnt think Im getting a comission out of ... Read More
Volunteering in Malaysia by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Malaysia? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
you can teach kids or help with some marketing efforts at Dignity.com.my or Dignity.org.my..pls check either websites.Its a school for refugee kids......there are Rohingya kids, sad story .Anyway its a good school and they need volunteers.if you ... Read More
Volunteering and Charity by spe
Now that you are in Malaysia , one can think about giving back.Your are enjoying a cultural experience here among other things . So how about giving back. There are charities for kids, animals, homeless, elderly. None of these mean giving to the ...
facebook.com/4PAWS.penang?fref=ts Barbara Jansen a fabulous German Lady.... Read More
dog friendly condo in Mont Kiara? by saltyspaniel
Moving to KL with family plus our dog. Does anyone know of any apartment blocks in the Mont Kiara area that would allow dogs?
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Bringing your Dogs to Malaysia by spe
Malaysia can be quite a terrific place i you love dogs.There are many dog lovers who work relentlessly to save dogs lives, foster and rehoming as well as running shelters for dogs.None of these are from great big NGO's,its all done by ...
Yes there are kennel facilities as Boarding, yes there are a few. If you are really keen I would give you the contact of the person providing the handling of dogs locations (i saw it somewhere once). Many dogs have accompanied expats and local dogs ... Read More
dog friendly condo in Mont Kiara? by saltyspaniel
Moving to KL with family plus our dog. Does anyone know of any apartment blocks in the Mont Kiara area that would allow dogs?
How would I charge for my services? Im not. If it's Dogs, it becomes protected.Thats all. Read More
A dog's life...? Would you bring pets? by Pasty
Looking at working in outskirts of kl. Want to bring our pet poodle mix dogs but hearing people hurt dogs, nowhere to walk them especially for off lead runs and that generally not a good idea. It might be deal breaker for us. Don't hear good ...
There have been complaints of restaurants allowing dogs and due to that dogs are no longer allowed. Sometimes if the public sees this they may not support the place as they may consider this 'non-halal', too many things can go wrong...I know ... Read More
Bringing your Dogs to Malaysia by spe
Malaysia can be quite a terrific place i you love dogs.There are many dog lovers who work relentlessly to save dogs lives, foster and rehoming as well as running shelters for dogs.None of these are from great big NGO's,its all done by ...
There are also Dog Friendly Hotels and Resorts Read More
Bringing your Dogs to Malaysia
Malaysia can be quite a terrific place i you love dogs.There are many dog lovers who work relentlessly to save dogs lives, foster and rehoming as well as running shelters for dogs.None of these are from great big NGO's,its all done by ... Read More
dog friendly condo in Mont Kiara? by saltyspaniel
Moving to KL with family plus our dog. Does anyone know of any apartment blocks in the Mont Kiara area that would allow dogs?
Hi is this too late to helpyou? I know of many dog friendly condos that allow pets and its written in the house rules..sorryI didnt see this as the forum was really quiet for a long while. Read More
A dog's life...? Would you bring pets? by Pasty
Looking at working in outskirts of kl. Want to bring our pet poodle mix dogs but hearing people hurt dogs, nowhere to walk them especially for off lead runs and that generally not a good idea. It might be deal breaker for us. Don't hear good ...
yes its always safer to walk them on leash as the pathway is shared with people and other animals.there are dog parks and even an off leash dog park BUT most of us walk our dogs just outside and its all safe.As long as you are not carrying a big ... Read More
Looking for Pet friendly flats/condos in KL by anandv21
Hi Friends, I am planning to move to KL in coming months and planning to bring my Dog (Very friendly Labrador female) and a cat with me. Could you please suggest me any properties where pets are allowed? I heard that its a rule in KL that pets are ...
adele, where will you stay after the 2 months? Im afraid I have not heard of this type of arragement here yet. If you have a pet its best to stay in a proper place that allows pets . Pets have a difficult time in Malaysia as people are not very kind ... Read More
Looking for Pet friendly flats/condos in KL by anandv21
Hi Friends, I am planning to move to KL in coming months and planning to bring my Dog (Very friendly Labrador female) and a cat with me. Could you please suggest me any properties where pets are allowed? I heard that its a rule in KL that pets are ...
there are only new condos there so most new ones don't allow pets..There are pet friendly condos in Bangsar, Mont Kiara, Old Klang Road, Aman Suria etc..(moderated: no free ads here please) Read More
Kuching.. anybody ? by Aaliyah01
hello, i am looking for accommodation in Kuching,does anybody have any idea about how and where to start searching ..? thanku Alina
Well just sharing my experiences.I think instead of reading you should be living there right? I have. Read More
Looking for Pet friendly flats/condos in KL by anandv21
Hi Friends, I am planning to move to KL in coming months and planning to bring my Dog (Very friendly Labrador female) and a cat with me. Could you please suggest me any properties where pets are allowed? I heard that its a rule in KL that pets are ...
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Rent for single room in KL near Damansara heights by tanzz
I am planning to relocate to KL in January 2015. My office is going to be in Damansara heights. What would be the rent for a single room in this area? I am essentially looking at walking down to office or take public transport for a short ...
No an easy one.The Govt is clamping Universities that are giving permits to people of non student age.And these Universities could be charging higher and higher without guarantees and if they cant get you a permit, they will not refund as its not ... Read More
Kuching.. anybody ? by Aaliyah01
hello, i am looking for accommodation in Kuching,does anybody have any idea about how and where to start searching ..? thanku Alina
the crime rate goes unreported.Its a small place with not much to do for the young. There's a lot of drugs hence leads to violence.Teens are into gangs and there are many fights. There was a murder of 2 British medical students in a Pub a few ... Read More
Kuching.. anybody ? by Aaliyah01
hello, i am looking for accommodation in Kuching,does anybody have any idea about how and where to start searching ..? thanku Alina
if you are a Univeristy tudent as k the Uni to help if you are working there ask your organisation to help.or stay in a hotel fist and ask a nice restaurant to help you/the crime rate is very high there (lots of illegal drug usage, not mentioned in ... Read More
Rent for single room in KL near Damansara heights by tanzz
I am planning to relocate to KL in January 2015. My office is going to be in Damansara heights. What would be the rent for a single room in this area? I am essentially looking at walking down to office or take public transport for a short ...
The houses along Jalan Kasah may have rooms to rent.But if they do its mainly for banglas or phillipinos who are waitressing staff. If not theres Twins Condo where you can share a condo , nice decent, luxury condo.The furthest will be Bangsar Puteri ... Read More
Swedish Tutors in Malaysia by stairs2heaven
Hello I am interested in Learning Swedish and want to ask if there is anybody who would be able to give private language classes in Malaysia to teach Swedish. Thank you
Gosh,Im holding my stomach.the posts here are so funny.All he/she wanted to do was to learn Swedish and everyone is chipping in and its not useful tips even. Keep it up, Im no longer of FB now this is where the fun is at Read More
New to Malaysia - looking to explore more of it's beauty...
Penang is double awesome. Lots of old buildings , it gives you an idea what Malaysia was like before. They are very proud of their heritage sights. penang hill is a must. some western scientist created a dome structure one of the first in the world. ... Read More
The French Charity Christmas Bazaar 4 Dec at Carcosa Seri Negara
How I wish you all went.It was tremendous.The items sold cant be found in any shops.Beautiful crafts and stuff made or sold by the expat community here in KL. Superior quality.The best Christmas Bazaar in a very long time in Malaysia. Lovey ... Read More
Volunteering and Charity
Now that you are in Malaysia , one can think about giving back.Your are enjoying a cultural experience here among other things . So how about giving back. There are charities for kids, animals, homeless, elderly. None of these mean giving to the ... Read More
LGBT living condition in KL by malaymo
How safe is it for a gay expat to live in Kuala Lumpur? What are the social norms unique im Malaysia for gay people?
This is Asia. Everybody is welcomed. Just cant be overly camp, thats all.Lots of gay bars and parties. Read More
Rent for single room in KL near Damansara heights by tanzz
I am planning to relocate to KL in January 2015. My office is going to be in Damansara heights. What would be the rent for a single room in this area? I am essentially looking at walking down to office or take public transport for a short ...
Just because its called damansara doesnt mean its close.Damansara heights is NOT close to Mutiara Damansara or Damansara perdana.Its a long way. You could stay in Bangsar. Where in Damansara height is your office..Its a place where there are offices ... Read More
anyone know a good herbal, ayurvedic hair specialist by rhythm80
Since the time I have been in the city, I am shedding like a dog. I dont know if anyone else experiencing the same problem but I am loosing my hair in bunch when combing or shampooing. It has thinned down to 50% or even more. I went to neeta's ...
Theres neem oil and virgin coconut oil. Hair loss is typically problems with the scalp. So theres alopecia - please read up on that and also hair loss due to temporary life changes ie, age, stress, having fallen sick.....Try the boring but always ... Read More
Safety in Malaysia by jay ind
Hi, I'm moving in to malaysia for work. I'm being transferred there by my current company in India. I could stay there for just over a year. Considering, I'm coming with family of three including a toddler, I would like to know the ...
Here's my two cents ..Its safe here.There are snatch thefts so dont walk around with blinking goal and a huge handbag. If you are carrying a laptop then be dilligent. Now robberies etc its the same as where you are from. As for "unusual ... Read More
getting rid of ants by safety81
Can anyone kindly share experience on how to get rid of ants indoors? have tried a few insecticides but they don't seem to work. Thank you.
If that fails...go to a Hardware store and ask them for some ant repellent. Theres a crushed peanut like powder that works like wonders....again, the ant will bring it to the nest .....if there are cracks where they are coming from , just seal it ... Read More
Where to live? by ellboss
Hi guys, I am a 29yo single male moving to KL in January andI am hoping to flat share. I would like to have easy access to markets, bars, clubs etc. I have heard lots about Bangsar. I am however working in Seri Kembangan and been told the traffic ...
HI , You can stay in your own place in Gaya Bangsar for 3.2K. rental and its fully furnished.A one bedroom , spacious place wih living, dining etc......Room mates are such a bother..Its 2 mins away from the LRT. Bangsar is nice and a great place to ... Read More
Got New job offer In KL, salary RM 12K nett..what should i do?? by Newbie_33
Hi, I am looking for advise on how to life in KL with RM 12K net salary. I ma married with one children (10 months old). How much should I spend monthly? I am considering to rent a condo/apartment in ampang for RM 1500/month and try to buy a car ...
4K rental per month 1.5 K Transport & food for 1 person 600 Astro,WiFi, utility 1K Lean Lifestyle spending ie movies, eating out, 500 miscellaneous (shopping etc) Total is RM7,600 for 1 person in KL ..NO LUXURIES included Read More
Carpenter or Handy-man Needed
Please screen your handy man.I still believe we were robbed after the painters left (and came back at night)! Read More
Pet Friendly Condos
Hi. I'm an animal lover.I would like to recommend pet friendly condos to you if you have cats and dogs with you.Please note that there are pet friendly condos now and it is mentioned in the house rules. Do not let the management tell you that ... Read More
Looking for a male short-hair kitten
Please adopt a kitten or cat.PM me and I will put you on to people who have healthy cats and kittens Read More
hello friends by daniman
Hello everybody We are are a mix couple with a baby. My wife is Chinese and I am Spanish. We believe the world it is a small place and we visit as many places as we can and try to find a job once we are there. So far we have been successful in ...
OK you can try language centres...theres a french guy teaching french in Plaza Damas.You could also try the Spanish Trade and Spanish Embassy for jobs.Your wife can give tuition privatey.Just pot an advertisment ..perhaps she ca teach mandarin for ... Read More
Taking a pet to Malaysia
You can contact me about Pet friendly condos, vets, Pet friendly restaurant, Dog parks etc... Im a dog Lover..Im guessing you have a dog? Read More
The French Charity Christmas Bazaar 4 Dec at Carcosa Seri Negara
I hope this is the right place to put this. This will be a fun Bazaar.No, Im not French neither am I an expat.But its on a weekeday , Thursday and all my friends are working.SO I just wanted to share this with fun people like me who just love ... Read More
Got New job offer In KL, salary RM 12K nett..what should i do?? by Newbie_33
Hi, I am looking for advise on how to life in KL with RM 12K net salary. I ma married with one children (10 months old). How much should I spend monthly? I am considering to rent a condo/apartment in ampang for RM 1500/month and try to buy a car ...
How old i your kid? I just worked out some xpenses and cost of living PLUS fun benefts on living in KL from my sister who may be transferring here from Melb.I can do the same for you Read More
Importing ready made dresses to Malaysia by Angani_b
Hi Can anyone give any advice regarding importing ladies designer cloths to Malaysia ? Tax , and the process to get permission?
If you print flyers which means people have to ring you.then if you don't answer immediately they will lose interest.i didn't say advertise in a mall. Publication was an autocorrect on my iPad.i meant to say publica. which is a mall too. These ... Read More
Volunteer your Freetime by spe
If you have some free time and would like to volunteer please send me a message. Children homes/orphanages Dog and Cat shelters Old folk Homes Children with cancer Homeless Soup Kitchens You would meet a bunch of nice and fun people in the above ...
Ok I 'll post a couple here and will get their phone nos.i have it now on my Facebook.hang on .. Read More
Importing ready made dresses to Malaysia by Angani_b
Hi Can anyone give any advice regarding importing ladies designer cloths to Malaysia ? Tax , and the process to get permission?
Just test the market first.run an ad on info zone it's a free mag targeted at expat. Or sell at mont kiara flea market or publication flea market or bangsar shopping complex r great eastern mall. Call them all and see who suits your target audience ... Read More
company verification
Its best you engage a company secretary or a solicitor to do a search on this company.This way you get the right feedback you want. They will do a company search from ROI. Read More
Importing ready made dresses to Malaysia by Angani_b
Hi Can anyone give any advice regarding importing ladies designer cloths to Malaysia ? Tax , and the process to get permission?
Hi you need to get in touch with a company secretary or a freight forwarding company.Either way you need to register your company so your company secretary should be able to advise you. Read More
UK Expat looking to make friends!
Try sports clubs and volunteer organisations.You meet a great bunch of people in both Read More
Looking for Japanese friends
Why don't you join the Japan Club in Seputeh or frequent the place.Theres a restaurant and some activities there. Read More
Want to make friends
Which christian denomination do you belong to ?this way I can recommend. And theres the YMCA in Brickfields that run short courses or sports.Lots of locals there you can join them and make friends. Many volunteer groups you can join ... Read More
Volunteer your Freetime
If you have some free time and would like to volunteer please send me a message. Children homes/orphanages Dog and Cat shelters Old folk Homes Children with cancer Homeless Soup Kitchens You would meet a bunch of nice and fun people in the above ... Read More
Best expat areas outside of KL ? by tandtrold
Dear all, We are currently living in Hong Kong. We would like to move away from HK, due to the bad air pollution... so we were thinking of KL. We know that the air quality in KL cant be the best, due to the traffic. Is there any nice areas ...
I hope this isn't too late.here are some really nice ares to live BUT its not in the city , a couple of mins lke 20-40mins away. Gita bayu: lovely green living.(its like living in Nusa Dua Bali).International School and Australian School.Price range ... Read More
renting a house by dilsah
Hello I think settle in one year in Kuala Lumpur! To rent a house what are the guarantees requested in general? And paper? How long in advance should I take? Is what I can come in June and find a home by August or should he go in December to book ...
Houses near the French School range from RM3,500 to RM15,000. What is your budget/specifications/length of stay/personal or under company lease?Please PM me if you need some help.Thanks Read More
Same tricks different place
Dear expat friends, By now you all must be enjoying yourselves here in Malaysia. I read some post and just wanted to share my two cents. Malaysia just like another country is made out of a bunch of different people. So if you are looking for the ... Read More
Gita Bayu and Dengue. Asking for information by FrankF
We are thinking of moving to Gita Bayu and we would like to know if anyone knows if it is an area with hight risk of dengue. We love the place but we just really worry about dengue as we hear there are a lot of mosquitos in the area. Thank ...
Yes dengue is everywhere as this is Malaysia. Can you make it a habit to use insect repellent when outside the house for everyone even the maid. Could you also use mosquito net for windows and doors..its alright as it gives the whole place a nice ... Read More
looking for a condo in ampang by carlyle1979
hi, i am looking for a condo around ampang or ampang hilir, between the jalan tun razak intersection and the highway 28 intersection, within the range of 3000-3300 myr. im aware of sites like iproperty and mudah, but i am looking for condos with ...
I understand about kids and what you meant. How about checking this out 1)Mei On The Madge 2)Ampang 212. its within the budget you mentioned. Both buildings have mostly expats .If you prefer I could help you in finding a place if you want if not its ... Read More