From across Papua New Guinea
The Commissioner of Police, David Manning, has called for calm following the arrest of an adult male in connection with the attempted murder of a PNGDF member at Vadavada, National Capital District. “I have directed NCD & Central command to apply all necessary resources to investigate this brutal incident and bring to justice those responsible […]
The Member for Bulolo MP Sam Basil Jr. has officially opened water taps this week at wards 11,12, and 13 of Buang Local Level Government [LLG] of Bulolo District in the Morobe Province. This essential project will now change the life of near 20,000 people completely. It ensures that carrying heavy water containers and walking […]
The new graduates of the Kundiawa College of Nursing are urged to maintain professionalism and to improve the service of health in their carrier. Elias Kapavore the Minister for Health in his keynote address on the 5th graduation told graduates to look at improving health care and the level of work in their field. He […]
The Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, James Marape has arrived in the country at 11:30am yesterday. Prime Minister Marape’s official visit to New Zealand commenced with a high-level bilateral meeting held in the New Zealand Parliament in Wellington with New Zealand Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon. They had productive discussions and enhanced bilateral relations, focused […]
The Prime Minister James Marape has brushed aside public claims stating that his government will not impose shutdown on Facebook in the country. Marape said his government understands very well that Facebook is a good platform of communication on issues concerning the country, marketing, and other important matters. He said the issue on Facebook shutdown […]
The National Government will soon know the cost of providing basic services in the 22 provinces of Papua New Guinea. This will be through a cost-of-service study that will be carried by the National Economic and Fiscal Commission throughout the country this year. Minister for Rural and Economic Development, Joseph Lelang launched the 2025 Cost […]
Prime Minister James Marape says he will not resign despite increasing calls from major universities and social media users urging him to step down due to the current state of affairs in the country. He was speaking to NBC News upon his arrival at the APEC terminal this morning after returning from New Zealand. Marape […]
West Tigers center Justin Olam has today announced his immediate retirement from rugby league due to injury, following a knee injury suffered in Round 18 of the 2024 NRL season. The 31-year-old fan favourite has made the difficult decision after extensive consultation with medical staff, bringing to a close a remarkable playing career that inspired […]
The scheduled New Ireland Provincial Assembly meeting yesterday was adjourned a few minutes into the meeting to give time to the Provincial Assembly Chairman and Acting Governor Sammy Missen to seek legal clarification on a question raised by the Member for Namatanai and candidate vying for the Governor’s post, Walter Schnaubelt. Schnaubelt questioned the eligibility […]
There’s been backlash on the ultimatum issued by Esa’ala MP and Minister for Petroleum Jimmy Maladina regarding tertiary students, who are beneficiaries of the Esa’ala District funded tertiary scholarships in institutions. The public has taken to social media deeming the call unconstitutional and an infringement freedom of speech and expression. Maladina in a statement released […]