A local update from Nina Anuar from the Gunung Mulu National Park, through 13 years of service under three respective Park Managers, witnessing change, challenges and growth.
The presentation takes us from the pre-World Heritage era through major challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, unprecedented floods, fatal tragedies and operational changes, to where Mulu stands today as a unique tourism product and World Heritage destination.
It also highlights Mulu’s accommodation, experiences, community engagements, marketing efforts, visitor trends and achievements, while looking ahead at future opportunities and developments that will be paramount in shaping Mulu in the years to come.
The Park was the location of the 15-month geographical survey of the park by the Royal Geographical Society and the Sarawak Forestry in 1977/78 led by Mr Robin Hanbury-Tenison and the late Dr Paul Chai. Robin will say a few words of welcome at the start of the event.
Booking information
- Advance booking for this event is required. In order to book you will need an account on our website. If you already have an account you will be prompted to log in when you click 'book now'. Please create an account if you do not have one yet (you do not need to be a member of the Society to create an account).
Attending in-person
- We do not issue tickets (electronic or physical) for this event. Instead your name will be on a list at the door. Please use the Society's entrance on Exhibition Road.
Attending online
- If you are attending the event online, the joining instructions will be included in your confirmation email.
If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking, please email events@rgs.org
Venue information
This event will be held in the Education Centre at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR.
Doors open at 2.00pm. The lecture will begin at 2.30pm.
Plan your visit to the Society and find more information about our venue, including our address, accessibility and transport links.
Accessibility at our events
We want everyone to feel welcome at our events. Key accessibility features of this event include:
- Step-free access to the event
- Accessible toilets
- Assistance dogs are welcome
- Hearing loop
For full details, please visit our accessibility page. If you have any questions or specific access requirements, feel free to get in touch with us on access@rgs.org
- Monday Night Lecture
Putting the news on the map
Leading journalists and media watchers will place the stories of the week within the wider geographical landscape, making connections across environmental, political and social forces.
London and onlineMembers + one guestMonday 12 October 2026 - Webinar
Use geography: careers in government
Join this webinar and hear directly from geography professionals working in government. They’ll share real world insights, personal career journeys, and practical advice to help you take your first steps into this exciting sector.
OnlineUndergraduatesWednesday 14 October 2026 - Collections event
Tour of the archive and mural
Learn more about the mural Expanding Universe displayed in the Society’s Map Room at this engaging talk with the artist, Hormazd Narielwalla, and Dr Katherine Parker.
LondonOpen to allWednesday 14 October 2026