From across Papua New Guinea
Air Niugini has announced the suspension of all flights to Brisbane, Australia, until Friday morning, citing severe weather conditions caused by Tropical Storm Alfred. The airline stated that the decision was made due to strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding, which could impact operations at Brisbane Airport. In a statement released this morning, the […]
Pioneer Lagaip Open MP Aimos Joseph Akem, was officially sworn in as the Chairman of the Permanent Parliamentary Committee on Law and Order, at the Parliament House yesterday. Mr. Akem was appointed by the Marape Rosso Government, during the last Parliament Sitting of 2024, but was only sworn-in by the Parliamentary Counsel and Legal Services […]
The National Capital District Commission [NCDC] continues to pledge its support towards NCD Provincial Health Authority with K800,000. NCD Governor Powes Parkop said this funding is specifically for the operation of the health authority to ensure there is smooth and efficient delivery of essential health services across the city. Acting Chief Executive Officer of NCDPHA, […]
The construction of the New Telma [Kagul] bridge in Lower Kagul of Tambul District will commence on Monday. The construction of the new facility comes after the old bridge collapsed last year, making it difficult to access schools, markets, and health services. The new bridge will benefit everyone in Lower Kagul across the 12 council […]
Department of Works and Highways secretary Gibson Holemba has welcomed the audit into Connect PNG, which is set to start this month. Holemba told NBC News that auditing the Marape-Rosso government’s flagship program will put to rest concerns raised by people. “I think it’s better the audit is carried out to put to rest most […]
The Supreme Court has refused James Nomane’s Interim relief application to restrain Parlaiment from dealing with a proposed amendment to Section 145 of the Constitution when Parlaiment resumes on March 11th 2025. Section 145 of the Constitution relates to a motion of no confidence against the Prime Minister and his government. While Nomane’s Interim relief […]
Hull KR have confirmed the severity of a quad injury suffered to back rower Rhyse Martin during last week’s 42-0 win over Salford Red Devils. The Robins made it three wins from three in Super League with a big scalp over the struggling Reds side, but it came at a cost, with Willie Peters now […]
Prime Minister James Marape has set a 10-year transformation goal, calling for structured policy reforms, increased investment in agro-processing, and the establishment of export-driven supply chains. “This is our opportunity to rewrite PNG’s economic story. By 2045, when PNG marks 70 years of independence, we must be a self-sufficient and food-exporting nation,” Maraea said. Marape […]
The need to transform agriculture sector into the backbone of PNG’s economy were amongst some of the top agendas discussed by Prime Minister James Marape during a high-level meeting with agricultural leaders and key stakeholders recently. Marape said agriculture remains the most sustainable and inclusive path to national prosperity, given the country’s rich land, favorable […]
Department of Works and Highways [DOWH] officially launched and unveiled its 50th-anniversary logo, marking a milestone in its remarkable journey of infrastructure development over the past five decades. The logo, launched in a grand ceremony witnessed by long-serving current and former staff and consultants and symbolized the department’s reflection of past 50 yrs and commitment […]