The Tutong District Department received donations yesterday in conjunction with His Majesty's 63rd Birthday. Tutong District Officer Awang Haji Idris bin Haji Md Ali said "up to May 14, the sponsorship committee has collected $62,682 for His Majesty's 63rd Birthday for the Tutong District".

The sum of $12,155 has been received from 45 sponsors, including corporate members, private sectors and individuals yesterday.

The total amount of $74,837 was collected for the celebration of His Majesty's 63rd Birthday for the Tutong District. Eighteen agendas have been arranged for the celebration of His Majesty's 63rd birthday.

Last year, the amount collected for His Majesty's 62nd Birthday totalled $142, 877. - Borneo Bulletin (17th May 2009)