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British expat and former marine biologist who settled on Koh Samui in 2005. Founder of the Samui Community News Network and regular contributor to local English-language publications. Passionate advocate for marine conservation and sustainable island tourism.

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Sep 2, 2023

Koh Samui Municipal Council: 3rd Ordinary General Meeting Highlights

The Koh Samui Municipal Council organized its 3rd Ordinary General Meeting for the year 2023 on Tuesday, September 5th. The event commenced at 1:30 PM, where members gathered to discuss pressing issues and deliberate on various aspects of the municipality's administration. In this article, we will delve into the key topics and resolutions addressed during the meeting.

Sep 1, 2023

Beautiful Smile Project: A Bright Smile for a Healthy Future

On the morning of August 31, 2023, Thanyawutthiwet School in Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, held the opening ceremony for the "Beautiful Smile: A Bright Smile" project. The event brought together school teachers and students, Koh Samui Hospital staff, municipal employees, and members of the Public Health and Environment Division.

Sep 1, 2023

Little Lice-Free Healthy Kids Project: A Comprehensive Initiative

The "Little LiceFree Healthy Kids" project was launched on September 1, 2013, at Ban Bo Phut School, Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District. Ms. Thanomkhwan Chokkanaphithak, the acting director of Ban Bo Phut School, presided over the opening ceremony. The event was attended by village health volunteers, health insurance fund committees, teachers, students, and municipal staff from the Department of Public Health and Environment.

Sep 1, 2023

Youth Project: Caring for Sex Education

On August 31, 2023, at Theparatpittaya School, a significant event marked the beginning of a new initiative aimed at promoting sex education among the youth. Miss Pimlrat Sotarat, the Director of Theparatpittaya School, was joined by the school's staff, students, Koh Samui Hospital personnel, municipality council members, and the Public Health and Environment Division to formally inaugurate the "Youth: Caring for Sex Education" project. This ambitious program aims to reach out to 160 students and young individuals.

Aug 31, 2023

Koh Samui City Focuses on Plastic Waste Management

On August 30, 2023, a significant consultation meeting took place at the Mook Samui meeting room within the Koh Samui City Municipality. The event was presided over by Miss Supinya Sri Thongkul, the Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui City. The primary focus of the gathering revolved around the Global South project, specifically addressing plastic waste management.

Aug 31, 2023

Safe Riding Project: A Focus on Helmets

On August 30, 2023, Thipparatpittaya School held a ceremony to officially launch the Safe Riding Project, an initiative aimed at promoting motorcycle safety among students. The event was attended by several stakeholders, including Mr. Theewarat Chaiyasis, the school's Deputy Director, members of the Municipality Council, volunteer health workers, teachers, students, Koh Samui Police Station officers, hospital staff, municipal employees, and the Department of Public Health and Environment.

Aug 29, 2023

Cervical Cancer Screening Project for Women Aged 35 and Over

Cervical cancer remains a significant concern for women worldwide, particularly for those aged 35 and over. Early detection and treatment are crucial in managing the disease. The Bophut Subdistrict Health Promotion Hospital in Koh Samui District has launched an initiative to address this issue, offering cervical cancer screening and education for women in this age group.

Aug 27, 2023

Suppressing a Fire at Workers' Accommodation

On August 26, 2023, at 10:05 AM, a fire broke out at a workers' accommodation for a restaurant and construction site, located at House No. 101, Moo 1, Bo Phut Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, Surat Thani Province. The buildings affected were temporary brick houses with pressed wood walls and zinc roofs, totaling 14 rooms (two adjacent rooms per unit), housing 28 residents. The entire building and all its contents were damaged, but there were no reported fatalities.

Aug 24, 2023

Training Project: Developing Excellent Service Behavior, 2nd Batch

On August 10, 2023, the Phetch Samui meeting room in Koh Samui Municipality hosted the opening ceremony of the Training Project's 2nd Batch, focused on Developing Excellent Service Behavior. The event was chaired by Mr. Pakorn Kanchanophas, Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality, and was organized under the annual training project aimed at enhancing efficiency and developing the capacity of municipal employees, regular workers, and permanent staff in 2023.

Aug 24, 2023

Training Project: Developing Excellent Service Behavior, 2nd Batch

Aug 22, 2023

Youth and Innocence, Caring for the Future Project: A Comprehensive Initiative

On August 22, 2013, the Youth and Innocence, Caring for the Future project was inaugurated at Koh Samui School in a ceremony attended by various stakeholders. Mr. Banyat Poolphon, Director of Koh Samui School, presided over the event, which included participants such as teachers, students, Koh Samui Hospital staff, municipal employees, and representatives from the Department of Public Health and Environment. The project aims to reach 250 students and young people, providing valuable resources and guidance.

Aug 22, 2023

Health Check Results Presentation for Koh Samui Farmers

On August 21, 2023, a health check results presentation event took place at the Phet Samui meeting room in Koh Samui Municipality. Ms. Supinya Sritongkul presided over the event, which involved collaboration between the Koh Samui Municipality, the Health Examination Center, and the Occupational Medicine Group of Koh Samui Hospital.

Aug 19, 2023

Koh Samui Municipal Council Meeting: Key Highlights

Koh Samui Municipality convened for an Ordinary Council Meeting on Friday, August 18, 2017. This article aims to provide an overview of the key points discussed and the decisions made during this meeting, broken down into subheadings for easier navigation.

Aug 18, 2023

Practical Training on Watershed Forest Conservation for Sustainable Water Use

On August 17, 2023, at the Pak Praek Pavilion, Ang Thong Subdistrict, Koh Samui District, the practical training on "Conservation of Watershed Forests for Sustainable Water Use" began. The event was presided over by Nathaphon Ratanarak, Deputy Mayor of Koh Samui Municipality. Various officials, representatives, and interested community members also attended the event.

Aug 18, 2023

Driving Electric Motorcycles Towards Sustainable Development: A Public Lecture

Electric motorcycles have become a popular topic of discussion in recent years, as the world moves towards sustainable transportation solutions. Koh Samui Municipality is hosting a public lecture to shed light on this exciting project and its potential impact on sustainable development. This informative event will bring together experts and enthusiasts to discuss the future of electric motorcycles and their role in transforming our transportation landscape.

Aug 18, 2023

Firefighter Training Program for 2023: Modern Firefighting Techniques Course

On August 17, 2023, at 8:30 am, the Koh Samui Municipality held the opening ceremony of the Firefighter Training Program for the year 2023. The event took place at the Petch Samui Meeting Room, with Deputy Mayor Suthum Samthong presiding over the ceremony. The program focused on modern firefighting techniques and spanned two days, from August 17 to 18, 2023.

Aug 17, 2023

Koh Phangan Murder Case: A Detailed Overview

On August 16, 2023, the Thai police declared the closure of their investigation into the murder of a Colombian plastic surgeon on Koh Phangan. The case involved a gruesome act of dismemberment, allegedly committed by the victim's partner, and gained significant media attention. A majority of the victim's body still remains missing.

Aug 17, 2023

Mobile Health Screening Project: Agricultural Health Checkups for Koh Samui Farmers

A new initiative, the Mobile Health Screening Project, has been launched in Koh Samui to provide agricultural health checkups for farmers. This project aims to ensure that the farmers in the area maintain good health, thus contributing to a robust agricultural sector and overall community wellbeing.

Aug 16, 2023

The Unresolved Case of the Dismembered Surgeon on Koh Phangan

On the scenic island of Koh Phangan in Thailand, a tragic murder shocked the community as the dismembered body of a Colombian surgeon, Edwin Arrieta Arteaga, was found. Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, a 29yearold Spanish chef and the son of a famous Spanish actor, confessed to the crime after being taken into custody.

Aug 16, 2023

Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever and Chikungunya Disease Prevention and Control Campaign

On August 15, 2013, the Bo Phut Subdistrict Health Promotion Hospital, Koh Samui district, initiated a joint effort to combat Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever and Chikungunya Disease. Village health volunteers from groups 15 of Bo Phut subdistrict collaborated to launch the prevention and control campaign. The opening ceremony was presided over by Duangporn Boonmee, Director of Bo Phut Subdistrict Health Promotion Hospital, alongside members of the Municipal Council, municipal staff, and staff from the Public Health and Environment Department of Koh Samui Municipality.