From across Papua New Guinea
Morobe Provincial Police Commander, Superintendent Jacob Singura, has confirmed that four male suspects have been apprehended in relation to recent attack on female students at Nawae Secondary School. The disturbing incident occurred last Thursday, when a group of men entered the girls’ dormitory. The four suspects were formally arrested and charged yesterday. Superintendent Singura told […]
Eighteen local boys from Alotau will proudly represent Milne Bay Province in this season’s Premier Soccer League, under the newly launched franchise Kula Football Club — the league’s ninth official team. Backed by the Alotau District and currently in talks with potential major sponsors, Kula FC marks a historic first for Milne Bay in top-tier […]
In preparation for the 2025 Touch Football Papua New Guinea [TFPNG] National Championship, the Alotau Touch Association recently hosted a field and facility inspection. TFPNG technical director Buddy Mitau and coaching director Andrew Ari visited Alotau for the inspection, accompanied by the association’s president, Ian Mampue. The inspection focused on key aspects including access to […]
What began in 2020 as a grassroots response to youth unemployment and social issues in Gerehu has now grown into a major youth empowerment program — using the power of sports to change lives. The Streetsmart Initiative, Co-Founded by Mozart Kaiulo and Noel Vere with the support of Joseph Gombo in the suburb of Gerehu stage […]
Simbu Athletics Association distance runner Mindi Kipas has made her province proud by winning three medals at the Highlands-Momase Regional Open Championship held over the weekend at the National Sports Institute in Goroka. Kipas delivered a stellar performance, winning two gold medals in the women’s 5,000 and 3,000 meter long distance race, and a bronze […]
The crew of a Public Motor Vehicle-Isuzu Dyna was shot on his left chest by criminals, following an armed holdup in Okapa District of Eastern Highlands Province on Sunday 1st June. Fredrick Erisa, who is the owner as well as the driver of the truck told NBC News that about five armed men with a […]
Prime Minister James Marape will officially launch the country’s first Special Economic Zone [SEZ] Foundation Policy [2025-2032] this Sunday at the APEC Haus in Port Moresby. Minister for International Trade and Investment [MITI], Richard Maru said the policy follows after the passing of the SEZ Act 2019. “Usually you formulate the policy first and then […]
A total of 23 police officers and 13 police impersonators will be arrested and charged in the coming days for their alleged involvement in providing unauthorized security services to the NiuSky Pacific Limited. Assistant Commissioner of Police and NCD/Central Commander Benjamin Turi who is spearheading this investigation says these 23 regular officers were never released […]
Two serious motor vehicle accidents occurred over the weekend along the Magi Highway, highlighting growing concerns about deteriorating road conditions in the area. According to reports, a man died following the accident on Friday night along a severely scraped section of road between Gaire and Barakau village in the Hiri Koiari District, Central Province. In […]
Health infrastructure across Ijivitari District in Northern Province is set to undergo a significant facelift, with major renovations planned for ailing health facilities under the 2025 district development budget. The Ijivitari District Development Authority [DDA] has allocated K2 million for the refurbishment program, which aims to improve access to quality healthcare across the district. Local […]