From across Papua New Guinea
Governor of Hela Province Philip Undialu, has called on leaders of Southern Highlands Province to take ownership of the ongoing issues along the Highlands Highway. He expressed regret that communities from Semin and Nipa have resorted to blocking the highway in protest over the suspension of Wapu Sonk as Managing Director of Kumul Petroleum Holdings […]
The Simbu Students Union of the University of Goroka showcased Papua New Guinea’s rich cultural heritage in a vibrant celebration at Dickson’s Oval in Kundiawa over the weekend. Over 200 students displayed traditional costumes and songs from Simbu’s six districts, highlighting their unique cultural identities. The event, “Igniting the Spirit of Our Cultural Heritage,” emphasized […]
Local businessman Max Kamba is urging youths in Madang Province to stay away from drugs and other deadly habits. He emphasised that in order to be good citizens and to be successful in life, youths must engage themselves in worthwhile activities. Mr. Kamba, over Independence Week, assisted four village sports tournaments in Madang District with […]
The suspended Managing Director of KPHL, Wapu Sonk, has been given till 4:06 this afternoon to pick up his suspension letter from the KPHL Board, or police will be forced to act. Police Commissoner David Manning made these announcement at the Police Headquarters today. Manning said the police are aware of the destruction of the […]
Papua New Guinea will join more than 130 countries worldwide in offering The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, with a pilot program set to begin in three Port Moresby secondary schools in 2026. The initiative was confirmed during a high-level roundtable discussion attended by His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh and Prime Minister James […]
One of the first ever orchestras for the country – Queen of Paradise – from West Sepik Province, left Port Moresby on Thursday, following impressive performances throughout the 50th Independence commemoration. Twenty-seven young people, ranging in age from 13 to 20, from various villages in the province, have been part of this project, mastering the […]
The Papua New Guinea Football Association [PNGFA] has pushed back the start of its major competitions to give clubs more time to prepare following the nation’s 50th Independence celebrations. The new dates are: The delay also provides PSL clubs extra time to finalise player registrations for the second-round Master List. PNGFA thanked clubs and stakeholders […]
Papua New Guinea Basketball Federation [BFPNG] president David Peter has hit back at a storm of criticism over the naming of the men’s and women’s national teams, branding the claims of bias and unfairness as lies spread to stir trouble. The federation faced a wave of backlash on social media after announcing the squads for […]
Papua New Guineans will receive a pay rise in the new year, following the announcement of a new minimum wage rate by the Minimum Wage Board. From January 1, 2026, the national minimum wage will increase from K3.50 to K5.00 per hour, a boost of K1.50. The new rate will continue to rise by 25 […]
A rugby league tournament has kicked off at Nomad Station in the Middle Fly District as part of the continued Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations. The three-day event brings together seven teams from across Middle Fly, including Fly Panda, Strickland Roosters, Nomad Warriors, United Brothers, Debe Dragons, Mountain Eagles, and Lake Python. Teams […]