From across Papua New Guinea
A major boost for youth football in Papua New Guinea was announced this week, with Ok Tedi Mining Limited [OTML] committing K1 million to support grassroots development programs led by the Papua New Guinea Football Association [PNGFA]. The funding will support the launch of a national school soccer competition and the establishment of youth leagues, […]
The inconsistency in the supply of power and water in East Sepik’s Provincial Capital Wewak has now forced the East Sepik Provincial Hospital in Wewak to scale down on all its operations. The circular issued by the CEO of ESPHA Mathew Kaluvia today says the hospital operations have been totally compromised with the inconsistent power […]
Two individuals a male and a female have been charged separately with willful murder and are currently in police custody in Kundiawa, awaiting their court appearances. Simbu Provincial Police Commander [PPC], Superintendent Mazuc Rubiang, told NBC News that the first incident occurred on Friday. Willie Yauwe, 30, from Laya village in the Siane LLG of […]
A 25-year-old man from East Sepik who resides in Edai Town was arrested by Central Police yesterday for having in his possession an offensive weapon, to wit, a wire catapult. Central Provincial Police Commander Chief Inspector Joseph Salle confirmed that the man initially assaulted his wife on Saturday while under the influence of liquor. He […]
The 2025 Isuzu Men’s T20 Smash, proudly sponsored by Boroko Motors, got off to an electrifying start on Saturday, 10 May 2025, at Amini Park in Port Moresby, delivering two thrilling matches that captivated local cricket fans. This year’s edition features four competitive franchises in Mudmen, Cassowaries, Mariners, and Black Bass, with the tournament serving […]
The PNG NRL Academy National Schools Tournament concluded with a thrilling grand final showdown at Santos Football Stadium on Saturday, where the National Capital District [NCD] clinched both the Years 9/10 Boys and Open Girls championships. In front of a lively crowd of over 2,000 spectators, the day kicked off with the Years 7/8 Boys […]
Police in Madang have apprehended two young men in relation to the grievous assault of a mother and her 13-year-old daughter, which took place last Saturday at a town supermarket over allegations of shoplifting. The suspects were arrested at Laiwaden Oval earlier today. According to police, the men claimed they were on their scheduled day […]
Police are tracking a group of men following the kidnapping of a number of people at around 5am this morning, May 12, in Western Province near the border with Hela and Southern Highlands Provinces. Commissioner of Police, David Manning, said specialist police with experience in dealing with domestic terrorists are working to bring the hostages […]
Outgoing Health Secretary Dr. Osborne Liko will be engaged as Special Advisor to the Government on National Health Issues, under the Department of the Prime Minister and National Executive Council [NEC]. The announcement was made today by Prime Minister James Marape during the official handover ceremony between Dr. Liko and incoming Acting Health Secretary Mr. […]
Papua New Guinea will make medical history this week with its first-ever kidney transplant, following the arrival of a team of transplant specialists from the United Kingdom. The announcement was made this morning by the Chairman of the Kidney Transplant Program and the country’s Chief Surgeon, Dr. Hoxxen Okti Poki, who confirmed that the visiting […]