From across Papua New Guinea
The Western Highlands Police Commander Chief Superintendent John Sagom has strongly condemned a group of men allegedly going around the city of Mt Hagen cutting ladies’ trousers and hair extensions. The incident has gone viral on all forms of social media, with some claims accusing police and members of the Kumul 23 Force of being […]
Assistant Commissioner Anthony Wagambie Jr., Commander of the Upper Highlands Special Operations (UHSOPS), has confirmed that vehicles reportedly used to harass women in Mt. Hagen do not belong to the Special Operations fleet. Wagambie said all police vehicle and personnel movements are strictly task oriented and monitored, and eyewitness descriptions did not match any vehicles […]
People on Duke of York Islands in East New Britain province are searching for answers following an unexplained death of fish found on their beaches on Tuesday. Timothy Stanley – the ward member of Molot and William Taupa of Urakukur ward -the two heavily populated wards on the island said most of the fish are […]
National Capital District Governor Powes Parkop has commanded the Papua New Guinea national cricket team following a victorious performance at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific Qualifier in Japan. The PNG Barramundis are expected to return to a hero’s welcome in Port Moresby on Wednesday, fresh off a dominant campaign that saw four […]
Police Commissioner David Manning has confirmed a joint investigation by the Criminal Investigation Division [CID] and Internal Affairs is underway into the fatal shooting of a man by police in Mendi, Southern Highlands, earlier this month. The incident occurred on May 5 at Kiburu Junction, allegedly resulting in the death of a man of the […]
National Capital District residents and businesses are being urged to prepare for impending disruptions following a serious infrastructure crisis outside the city. A major water supply line feeding Port Moresby has suffered a severe pipeline rupture, triggering an emergency engineering response and forcing authorities to draw up plans for a temporary, partial shutdown of the […]
The race for the 2026 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup premiership has turned into a critical drag challenge. A dramatic Round 6 weekend of high-scoring shootouts, defensive masterclasses, and narrow escapes has left the PRK Mendi Muruks and Moni Plus NCDC Pom Vipers clear at the top of the competition ladder. Following a grueling round of rugby […]
The Independent Consumer and Competition Commission [ICCC] has confirmed that the National Government’s fuel subsidy has successfully hit the accounts of fuel importers, bringing immediate relief to consumers. Speaking at a media conference in Port Moresby this afternoon, ICCC Commissioner Roy Daggy clarified that retail prices for diesel, petrol, and kerosene have now returned to […]
The Usino-Bundi District Development Authority [DDA] has commenced the nationwide rollout of its K1.5 million Tuition Assistance Program, presenting over K157,000 to tertiary students in Lae last week. The rollout, which initially began in the Eastern Highlands, aims to support 309 tertiary students from the district who are studying at various higher education institutions across […]
Motor Vehicle Insurance Limited has set up an internship program to assist tertiary graduates ensure smooth transition into workplace. In line with the government’s plans to address high unemployment rates in Papua New Guinea, the MVIL has introduced its first internship program. The program is aimed at bridging the gap between theory and practical experiences […]