From across Papua New Guinea
Popondetta District yesterday presented a K180,000 cheque to the Northern Provincial Electoral Office to support polling and counting for the Local Level Government [LLG] elections scheduled for September 27, 2025. Acting District CEO Paul Kamani handed over the cheque on behalf of Minister for Administrative Services and Popondetta MP Richard Masere. Mr Kamani said the […]
Health Minister and Pomio MP Elias Kapavore arrived in Kavieng, New Ireland Province, on Wednesday this week to visit the New Ireland Provincial Health Authority [PHA]. Chiefs welcomed the Minister with a traditional ceremony, joined by Governor Walter Schnaubelt, Provincial Administrator Richard Andia, PHA CEO Dr. Stennard Hiasiri, PHA Board Chairlady Dame Maria Kopkop, and […]
The four tribes in Karamui Local Level Government [LLG] consist of 27 ward areas in Salt Nomane Karamui District seeking the creation of a new district. This sentiment is driven by a desire for better representation and improved access to government services and resources. Wetty Paul, on behalf the people said the Salt Nomane Karamui […]
This year’s PNG Open has attracted a record 120 professional golfers from across the globe, including players from the United States, Spain, Fiji, Korea, Japan, the Philippines, New Zealand and Australia, Prime Minister James Marape announced yesterday. “For the first time, we’ve gone past 100 professional golfers in our country,” Mr Marape said. “We have […]
For Professional Golf Australia Tournament Director Graeme Scott, the 2025 PNG Open is more than just another stop on the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia, but a showcase of how far the tournament has come and how it’s helping put Papua New Guinea on the global golfing map. On his fifth visit to the Royal […]
Prime Minister James Marape has welcomed today’s National Court ruling confirming that the former Chairman of Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited [KPHL], Dr Benedict Yaru, has no legal standing to continue in that role, having already served the maximum terms permitted under the law. The Court found that Dr Yaru had served two full terms, a […]
The Mt Wiri stretch of the Mendi-Kandep Highway, which has been a growing concern for the travelling public, is set to undergo major rehabilitation works soon. This assurance was given by Mendi Munihu MP, Raphael Tonpi, in response to mounting public outcry over the deteriorating condition of the road. The Mt Wiri section serves as […]
As the polio vaccination campaign is launched throughout the country, the National Capital District Provincial Health Authority [NCD PHA] is in full support to roll out its campaign in the Nation’s Capital. The Chief Executive Officer Dr. Robin Oge and his management have officially Launched the campaign at New Erima Primary School in Port Moresby […]
A recent armed hold-up along Madang’s Bruce Jephcot Highway has led a group of like- minded Madang citizens to get together and seek possible ways of sourcing help for the provincial hospital. The incident, which occurred several weeks ago, resulted in a company executive almost losing two of his fingers on his right hand. He […]
After 56 remarkable years in Papua New Guinea, Elizabeth Wells, MBE, president of PNG Swimming, has officially retired, closing a chapter defined by 44 years of volunteer service in sports administration and coaching, particularly in the sport of swimming. Her dedication has shaped generations of athletes, coaches, and communities, leaving an enduring mark on swimming […]