KOTA KINABALU, July 3 -- Perdana Park in Tanjung Aru is making its comeback tomorrow, after a prolonged and sporadic closure that began nearly two years ago.

The announcement follows a pre-opening inspection led by Mayor Datuk Seri Dr Sabin Samitah, who walked the grounds yesterday to ensure the park is ready for the public.

The reopening marks a significant transition in governance, as management of the park has been officially handed over from the Sabah Ministry of Finance to the Kota Kinabalu City Hall (DBKK).

Visitors can access the park daily from 7am to 7pm. In a welcome move for regulars, parking will remain free until a digital payment system is implemented.

However, the return is a phased one. DBKK warned that several areas r...