From across Papua New Guinea
In celebration of Papua New Guinea’s 50th year of independence, Prime Minister James Marape is calling on farmers to seize a rare economic opportunity presented by soaring global prices for coffee and cocoa. He said that high-quality, organic crops grown in PNG are in high demand internationally, with Arabica coffee prices exceeding US$4.40 per pound […]
The Royal Australian Air Force [RAAF] conducted a committal service on Monday 19 May at Bomana War Cemetery in Port Moresby for the remains of two aviators of No 100 Squadron Beaufort A9-186, who lost their lives during a mission in what is now West New Britain in September 1943. Family representatives of the two […]
The Kundiawa Police composite team, comprised of Criminal Investigation Division [CID] and Task Force members, is waiting to be deployed to rural Karamui in the Salt Nomane Karamui [SNK] District, to investigate the alleged double murder last weekend. Simbu Provincial Police Commander, Superintendent Mazuc Rubiang described the murders as ‘horrific’, and urged the SNK District […]
Three Chinese nationals were arrested late Monday afternoon in Madang for their alleged involvement in the Yaho Supermarket assault case more than a week ago. Their arrests bring to six the total number of people arrested over the assault case, which sparked a nationwide call for justice for the Madang mother and her daughter, who […]
Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) has entered into a binding agreement with Kingston Resources Limited, to acquire the Misima Gold and Silver Project. OTML in a statement said their initial acquisition will cost about $60 million [Australian dollars], or about K158.5 million, but this will be increased further by another contingent payment of $35 million […]
The National Court today dismissed a legal challenge by former PNG Power Limited chairman and director, McRonald Nale, who had sought a judicial review of his removal from office. McNale named State Enterprise Minister William Duma as the first defendant, the National Government as the second defendant, and the Independent State of Papua New Guinea […]
The Jonah Kautu Academy [JKA] is paving the way for Papua New Guinea’s aspiring rugby union players to pursue opportunities in Australia and beyond. Since its establishment in mid-2024, the academy has already sent 13 players overseas, where they have signed four-year contracts with professional clubs. Facilitator and former PNG Pukpuk player Joe Kautu said […]
Five people are confirmed dead following a violent ethnic clash at North Waigani in Port Moresby early this morning. NCD/Central Police Commander Benjamin Turi confirmed the fatalities to NBC National News this afternoon. The confrontation, which involved two ethnic groups, led to the complete destruction of the Waigani Market, which was set ablaze in the […]
Danielle Canham’s only goal in the 26th minute was enough for Auckland United to retain the OFC Women’s Champions League title in Tahiti. The winning margin was similar to last year’s grand final as Auckland held off a gallant Hekari side 1-0, preventing what could have been an historical moment for women’s football in Papua […]
The Middle Fly district is facing a worsening flood crisis due to continuous rainfall feeding the Fly and Strickland Rivers. Local community leaders Jack Sale said Obo station which is located near the confluence, is severely inundated with drastically rising water levels. Mr Sale told NBC Online that the water level has risen drastically, similar […]