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Public transport services between Hula in Central Province and Port Moresby were affected today following tensions in the village, although travel has not been officially restricted. Only a handful of PMVs travelled into Port Moresby with passengers today, as many commuters chose to stay back due to safety concerns. The situation follows heightened tensions in […]
Former Namatanai MP and People’s Progress Party [PPP] candidate, Byron Chan, has maintained a commanding grip on the New Ireland Provincial by-election as counting entered its most volatile phase today. Following the fourth round of eliminations, Chan remains the man to beat, sitting comfortably at the top of the pile with 19,606 votes. However, with […]
The London Broncos tasted their first defeat in the early hours of this morning going down to the Bradford Bulls 26-8 in the Betfred Challenge Cup. The Bulls opened up the scoring in the 5th minute when Jayden Okumbor crossed over on the right side. Trailing by four in the 22nd minute, Jason Demetrious’ men […]
Gender-based violence is a serious crime and not a private family matter, Madang’s Senior Provincial Magistrate, Fridolin Kambibel, has warned. “Gender Based violence is not merely a private or domestic matter. It is a serious crime, a violation of human dignity, and a great hit to the rule of law. “Every act of violence committed […]
The New Ireland Provincial Seat by-election counting, is expected to go into elimination, as counting resumes today. This follows the completion of primary counts, and quality checks on all the 10 Local Level Government ballot boxes, as of 6 PM last night. After the completion of primary votes counting, former Namatanai MP and People’s Progress […]
State-owned enterprise Kumul Consolidated Holdings Limited (KCH) has invested more than K100 million in two major power projects aimed at easing electricity demand in Lae. The projects include the Yalu Solar Power Project and a new power station at Taraka, both expected to improve power reliability for residents and businesses in Morobe’s capital. KCH Board […]
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has donated vital medical equipment worth more than K1.3 million to the Madang Provincial Hospital. A senior doctor at the hospital described the donation as a long-awaited “wish list”, saying the equipment will significantly improve patient care and service delivery. Director of Curative Health at the Madang […]
Public servants, village court officials, and church workers in the remote Kovon Local Level Government area of Middle Ramu District in Madang have each received K2,500 in hardship allowances. The payments were made last week, following a commitment by Prime Minister James Marape during his visit to the area in 2024, when he launched the […]
Construction of the DDA-funded Buin International Market in South Bougainville is progressing well, with the project expected to be completed by the end of 2026. South Bougainville MP Timothy Masiu has commended the contractor, KPT Engineering Ltd, for keeping the project on track and delivering steady progress on site. Mr Masiu assured the public that […]
Solomon Kings FC produced a tactical masterclass in the blistering Port Moresby heat on Saturday, dismantling league leaders Auckland FC 3-1 to shatter the New Zealanders’ unbeaten streak. What was billed as a cagey tactical battle between the OFC Pro League’s two most disciplined defenses quickly turned into a showcase for Ben Cahn’s side, who […]