Koh Samui’s Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Division conducted a major cleanup on October 5, 2025, tidying the ring road near the Surat Thani Land Office entrance. This effort aims to enhance safety and preserve the island’s natural beauty.
Na Thon Beach Road in Koh Samui just received a fantastic makeover, with special cleaning teams ensuring a dust, dirt, and oilfree environment for everyone’s safety and wellbeing. Let’s all help maintain our beautiful island’s pristine condition!
Koh Samui celebrated a landmark day as 14 communities received the Royal Mother of the Land Fund Gift Money for 2025, the highest allocation in Surat Thani Province! This vital fund, established by Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother, empowers local communities in their fight against drugrelated issues and promotes selfsufficiency for a brighter, drugfree future.
Koh Samui seniors, it’s time to confirm your eligibility for the Elderly Allowance for 20262027! Visit the Social Welfare Division at Koh Samui Municipality Office from Oct 2025 Sep 2026 with your ID, house registration, and Krung Thai bank book to secure this vital support.
Stay safe with the new Mobile Phone Warning System from DDPM, delivering urgent alerts for floods, earthquakes, and other emergencies directly to your phone via Cell Broadcast Service (CBS). No signup needed, just crucial info to keep you and your loved ones secure. Keep your phone on and be ready to act!
Koh Samui residents, help keep our island pristine! Six new hazardous waste disposal points are now open in Bo Phut Subdistrict, including Wat Bo Phut, Wat Bang Rak, and the Big Buddha Temple. Safely dispose of your old batteries, light bulbs, spray cans, and small electronics to protect our beautiful environment.
Deputy Mayor Ms. Supinya Srithongkul led a vital Health Security Fund Committee meeting for Koh Samui, reviewing finances and planning impactful health initiatives for 2026. This commitment ensures transparent and effective health services, prioritizing community wellbeing with active participation.
Experience the vibrant Chak Phra and Kathin Festival on Koh Samui from October 1524, 2025, at Nathon Pier! Enjoy 10 days of cultural festivities, including the grand Phanom Buddha Boat Procession, live music, delicious food, and local products.
Koh Samui secured two Smart Living awards at the Smart City Solutions Awards 2025 for its innovative projects. The ‘Samui Always Safe’ initiative enhances public safety with accessible CCTV, while the Senior Citizen Card provides essential discounts, both managed via LINE OA.
🚨 Thailand, beware of groups in malls using ‘Orb’ devices to scan your iris for crypto tokens; this is not governmentapproved and your biometric data is at risk. Stay vigilant, protect your sensitive information, and report suspicious activity to the Damrongtham Center at 1567.