Tightening their belts Thrifty spenders budget their expenses for Chinese New Year


CUTTING down on the purchase of Chinese New Year goodies seems to be the philosophy of Kampung Baru Simpang Pulai villager Tham Kong Yook this year.

Sixty-two-year-old Tham, a retiree who used to repair bicycles, said it was an effective method to control spending during the festive season.

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