From across Papua New Guinea
The Bougainville Police Service and Fisheries Directorate will deploy to the Tasman islands this week aboard the Sea Shepherd vessel MV Allankay to investigate ongoing illegal harvesting of beche-de-mer. The operation comes in response to repeated reports of Solomon Islanders allegedly collaborating with local Bougainvilleans to poach the valuable marine resource in the Atolls region, […]
After being declared as member elected for the Aitape-Lumi District, Anderson Mise has called for unity among all for better service delivery in the district. When addressing his people today, he congratulated all 5 other candidates who have exercised their democratic rights to contest in the elections and commended all their supporters and campaign managers, […]
The Madang Provincial Health Authority [PHA] has announced the appointment of Dr Martin Daimen as its new Chief Executive Officer, following a merit-based selection process. Dr Daimen, a veteran medical officer at the Madang Provincial Hospital, was officially confirmed in the position after the appointment was published in the National Gazette No. G761 earlier this […]
An Indian company with decades of experience in mining and energy is looking to invest in Papua New Guinea’s gas sector. Lloyds Metals & Energy Limited, a major player in India’s metals and mining industry, is exploring opportunities to partner with PNG in future gas projects. The company, which has been operating for over 50 […]
Acting Minister for Information, Communications and Technology Peter Tsiamalili Jnr says a major challenge in the ICT space is cyber crime or cyber security. Minister Tsiamalili says this is critical in this age and era where the use of technology is at the finger tips. “We have a huge challenge before us, and more work […]
The Western Highlands Provincial Government has purchased a new Street Sweeper truck to help clean and maintain the streets of Mt Hagen and surrounding urban areas. The specialised vehicle is designed to brush off dirt, stains, and rubbish from roads and footpath, improving cleanliness and public hygiene in the city. “The betel nut stains especially […]
The Western Highlands Provincial Government [WHPG] has announced a temporary liquor ban to be enforced during the Mt Hagen Cultural Show and continuing through the 50th Independence Golden Jubilee celebrations, up until the return of writs for the Local Level Government [LLG] elections. The ban is part of an effort to maintain public order, ensuring […]
More than 7,000 households across Bougainville now have access to clean and affordable lighting. The solar lighting kits were distributed under the Bougainville Partnership’s Community Government Institutional Strengthening Project [CGISP]. The project, jointly funded by the Australian and New Zealand Governments in partnership with the Autonomous Bougainville Government, extended support even to remote communities in […]
Papua New Guinea will be Highlighting the importance of regional collaboration on digital security at the Pacific ICT Ministerial engagement in Suva, Fiji. PNG’s Acting Minister for Information and Communication Technology, Peter Tsimalili Jnr, emphasized the nation’s commitment to regional cooperation in advancing digital development and security during the high-level Pacific Islands Ministerial dialogue. Minister […]
Cricket Papua New Guinea has announced a 14-man squad for the Barramundis’ upcoming international tour to Jersey for the World Cricket League [50 overs], scheduled from August 12 to September 3. The announcement was made yesterday at Amini Park by Cricket PNG board chairman Michael Harrison, joined by selection chairman Hudson Leka, deputy chairman Rurua […]