News update
TISA opens 8th bank in Mt HagenNBC News
TISA Bank has expanded its banking services into Western Highlands Province, officially opening its 8th branch in Mt Hagen yesterday, November 9, together with its first Automated Teller Machine (ATM) outside of Port Moresby. The new branch, located at Wamp Nga Haus is expected to provide greater access to banking services for individuals, teachers, small […]
From across Papua New Guinea
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is targeting 4,000 households severely affected by natural disasters in Papua New Guinea to benefit from its disaster relief items. IOM is a related organization of the United Nations, working as a leading agency in the field of migration, providing humanitarian assistance, driving solutions for displaced people and facilitating […]
The PNG Chiefs have signed Papua New Guinea international Zac Laybutt on a two-year deal starting in 2028. Laybutt will become PNG Chiefs Player #008 at the conclusion of his deal with the Cowboys next season, where he has played 42 NRL games since his debut in 2023. Having played both wing and centre, Laybutt […]
Air Niugini will resume direct flights to Auckland, New Zealand, after a 26-year absence, with three weekly services between Port Moresby and Auckland starting on November 17, 2026. Air Niugini Chief Executive Officer Alan Milne announced the return of the route in Port Moresby today after receiving International Airline Licence No. 29 from Department of […]
The Immigration and Citizenship Services Authority is warning local and foreign business partners in Bougainville to comply with government requirements before starting business operations. Bougainville Immigration Manager Sylvester Vakore says some business partnerships involving locals and foreign investors have used the names of political leaders, including the President of the Autonomous Bougainville Government, in attempts […]
All schools in West New Britain Province have formally ended the 2026 academic year, with classes suspended last Friday, November 6, due to prolonged drought conditions affecting the province. The decision was communicated to school administrations through a circular issued by the Provincial Education Board [PEB], advising schools to suspend classes and send student’s home. […]
Six young women will compete for the Miss Bird of Paradise Northern [Oro] title when the 2026 pageant is held in Popondetta from November 9 to 14. The pageant will be staged under the theme, “Celebrating Oro’s Culture, Heritage, Leadership and Extraordinary Women.” The six contestants will represent selected local-level governments [LLGs] across the province. […]
Moveave and Kamea tribes in Gulf Province will sign a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on the 14th of this month, November, to end their long-running tribal conflict at Upper Taure, Hinenga, Fish Creek in the Taure Lakekamu Local Level Government. The date has been set by the Provincial Executive Council, while the venue has been […]
El Niño has taken a toll on many communities and villages throughout the country, and Northern Province is no exception. The prolonged drought has left people without water, food and severe health issues. With the National Government’s initiative to address the El Niño issue in the country, a funding of 300 million Kina has been […]
The Biru Correctional Service (CS) Institute in Oro Province opened a new staff house recently, marking a milestone achievement for the institution. Outgoing Commanding Officer, Chief Inspector Samuel Kiap, said funds for the staff house opening came from the institution’s own internal projects such as poultry, cocoa and oil palm. Mr Kiap said this achievement […]