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Current government lacking wisdom: Basil Jnr

Bulolo MP Sam Basil Jnr has blamed the Marape-Rosso government for the current state of the country.Basil said the challenges and hardship faced by people reflects the lack of wisdom by national government. He told Bulolo district during Independence that the current government under the leadership of Prime Minister James Marape has no wisdom, compared […]

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Maru sets target to make Yangoru-Saussia a multi-billion-kina economy

Yangoru-Saussia district MP, Richard Maru is keen on seeing his district shift from a multi-million to a billion-kina economy through empowering the local economy. Mr Maru believes the main source of revenue will be generated from the Cocoa and Chicken projects which started a month ago. He said Yangoru-Saussia District is currently the leading cocoa […]

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PNG NRL bid boss says ARLC yet to hand down decision

Papua New Guinea’s bid to acquire an NRL license is yet to be affirmed, says bid boss Andrew Hill.Hill told NBC News that a decision has not been reached by the Australian Rugby League Commission as to whether PNG will be granted the 18th or 19th franchise license. He brushed aside speculations on the media, […]

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CIMC to push for better governance and effective service delivery

The Consultative Implementation and Monitoring Council [CIMC] is collaborating with civil society organisations and key government agencies to find alternate solutions for the ongoing governance issues within the government ranks. The Governance & Service Delivery Sectoral Committee chaired by Wau-Waria MP Marsh Narawec is focused on identifying better ways to improve governance and provide effective […]

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Demetriou keen on navigating PNG into top 4

Newly appointed Kumuls coach Jason Demetriou is obstinate that PNG can place in the top four with the current crop of talent. Demetriou believes PNG has the potential to compete against tier-one nations to establish Kumuls in the top ranks. The former South Sydney Rabbitohs mentor was vocal about making this possible as he takes […]

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Catholic health workers at St. Paul’s clinic in Gerehu harassed and assaulted

The ongoing assault and harassment of staff at the St. Paul’s clinic in Gerehu, in the nation’s capital has prompted the closure of the clinic, for almost 3 weeks now. A board meeting today will determine the status of the clinic operations. The clinic which opened in 2015 through a 1.5-million-kina joint funding by the […]

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Eliseo Group expands in Port Moresby

A Chinese company operating in Port Moresby has expanded its service with three new shops opened this year. Eliseo Group of companies has been running its business in the nation’s capital for over 10 years. Since its establishment, the company has provided job opportunities for many Papua New Guineans. This year, Eliseo Group opened three […]

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Protest not the right option, says Manning

The protest at Kokoda Track has been deemed illegal by Police Commissioner David Manning, stating there are proper channels to air their grievances. Mr Manning said Police have ensured the safe return of trekkers who were affected by the blockage of the track by locals after spending a night at Owers’ Corner. Commissioner Manning said […]

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Department of PM and NEC relocate to new Somare Haus

Prime Minister James Marape has relocated office to the new Somare House located on Independence Boulevard on Tuesday this week. Moving along with the country’s CEO apart from his entire staff, is the office of chief secretary, the first legislative counsel, and other divisions of the PM & NEC department who will be housed in […]

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MRA MD says tribal fighting in Enga has nothing to do with CDA

Mineral Resources Authority [MRA] Managing Director Jerry Garry has brushed aside claims by the Member for Wabag, Hon Dr Lino Tom, that fighting in the Porgera Valley is a consequence of the non-implementation of the Porgera Project Community Development Agreement [CDA]. Mr Garyy says lawlessness and fighting currently occurring is a social and law & […]