From across Papua New Guinea
Fresh investment in market infrastructure is continuing to transform agricultural trade in Western Highlands, with the opening of the upgraded Holy Trinity College Market. The opening of the new Holy Trinity market is reinforcing the long-standing partnership between the PNG and Australian Governments to improve livelihoods for local farmers, particularly women vendors. The Australian High […]
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape says a historic threshold has been reached in relations with Bougainville, following the formal end of joint consultations on the region’s 2019 independence referendum. At a meeting of the Joint Supervisory Body [JSB] at Melanesian Haus in Port Moresby, Mr Marape and Autonomous Bougainville Government President Ishmael Toroama […]
The new Fly Gogodala local level government [LLG] chamber was officially opened on Monday at Tapila Station in the Delta Fly district of Western by local MP and Livestock Minister Agena Gamai. The decision to construct the chamber was passed in 2024 by members of the District Development Authority [DDA] board. The new facility will […]
Festivities of the three-day show that promotes the rich cultural heritage of the Sepik River and draws visitors into East Sepik started today. The 18th Sepik River Crocodile & Arts Festival was officially opened this morning by Ambunti local level government [LLG] president Edward Wiruk with a strong emphasis to improve tourism in the Sepik […]
The Western Provincial Health Authority is rolling out a new digital reporting system ahead of its province-wide Catch-up Routine Immunisation Campaign in August and September, with support from PNGSDP and World Vision PNG. A two-day Training of Trainers workshop concluded yesterday in Daru for South Fly District team leaders to equip them with skills to […]
The Joint Supervisory Body has formally endorsed the Post-Consultation Report and the Melanesian Agreement in Port Moresby today, clearing the path for the Bougainville referendum results to be tabled in the National Parliament on August 27. Co-chaired by Prime Minister James Marape and Autonomous Bougainville Government President Ishmael Toroama, the special meeting marked the official […]
Police in Morobe, Madang and Eastern Highlands are set to benefit from a new fleet of vehicles under the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary’s fleet replacement program. The initiative is aimed at improving police mobility, reducing reliance on hired vehicles and strengthening frontline policing across the Northern Command. Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police for Logistics, […]
Residents of Ragiampun village in Morobe’s Markham district are facing growing hardship as El Niño conditions and strong winds continue to damage food gardens and reduce water supplies. This has been a concern for both the community and nearby schools. Strong winds have destroyed large numbers of banana trees and damaged other food crops, including […]
The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary [RPNGC] has commenced early preparations for the 2027 National General Elections, focusing on resource allocation, manpower, and logistical requirements nationwide. Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police [Logistics] Christopher Smith said Police headquarters is working closely with provincial police commands to identify operational needs, including vehicles, equipment, and personnel deployments. Smith […]
Electricity is set to be restored at Magarima Station in the Magarima District of Hela Province, with major work now underway to install two new 500 kilowatt generators. The Magarima District Development Authority [DDA] says the project will power the district station and surrounding communities, providing a much-needed boost to health, education, and business services. […]