From across Papua New Guinea
Tensions flared in Parliament this week, as Member for Ialibu-Pangia Peter O’Neill directed a series of questions to Petroleum Minister Jimmy Maladina over the ballooning costs of the Papua LNG project and rumors surrounding the sale of the country’s primary fuel storage facilities. The exchange highlighted growing concerns over the fiscal implications of the multi-billion-dollar […]
The iconic Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul in Milne Bay, once the largest building in Papua New Guinea, has undergone a major restoration to preserve its 87-year legacy. The historic European-style structure, which serves as the seat of the Anglican Diocese of Dogura, was celebrated with a formal rededication service over the weekend. […]
The Hela Education Services signed has a Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] with Kokoda Track Foundation [KTF] and ExxonMobil to commence Flexible Open Distance Education [FODE] program at Komo Secondary School. A total of 200 students from the Komo Hulia district have already enrolled and will begin their studies next month. ExxonMobil will fully pay for […]
The Hela Provincial Liquor Licensing Board has taken decisive steps to reinforce the province-wide liquor ban, convening last week to deliberate on two important resolutions aimed at tightening enforcement and ensuring compliance. The board resolved to appoint Liquor Licensing Inspectors who will patrol the province, monitoring communities and businesses to ensure the ban is upheld. […]
Cricket Papua New Guinea [CPNG] has announced the final 14-player PNG U19 Siale’s squad to compete in the upcoming ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific [EAP] Qualifier. The regional tournament, scheduled for April 24–29, 2026, will see Papua New Guinea host Indonesia, Japan, and Vanuatu at Amini Park. The teams will be vying […]
The National Government is considering a multi-billion Kina assistance package to bridge a financing gap that threatens to further delay the massive Papua LNG project. Petroleum Minister Jimmy Maladina told Parliament yesterday that while a Final Investment Decision [FID] was originally expected in the first quarter of 2026, a massive project cost blowout and global […]
The Nagamito Community in Ward 4 of Lower Bena LLG, Unggai Bena District, Eastern Highlands Province, has launched a development plan to tackle disasters and boost growth, thanks to Australia Humanitrian Partnership (AHP)and Care PNG. The plan followed the Community Disaster Risks Management Training last year, putting the community at the center. Locals will now […]
The government is facing tough questions over the disappearance of K20 million intended for the access road to the Goldie River Training Depot, while soldiers and their families are reportedly forced to borrow basic medical supplies to survive. Hiri-Koiarai MP Keith Iduhu sparked a heated exchange in Parliament today, demanding to know why four consecutive […]
The procedural framework required to table the Bougainville referendum results in the National Parliament is 90 per cent complete, according to Minister for Bougainville Affairs Manasseh Makiba. Minister Makiba said the long-standing legislative deadlock, which has stalled the ratification of the 2019 referendum for over five years, is nearing a resolution. Responding to questions from […]
The National Amnesty and Gun Surrender Program is progressing in Enga Province, following the surrender of high-powered weaponry by one of the region’s most prominent tribal factions. Lawrence Londari, leader of the Yopo Tribe in the Tsak Valley of Wapenamanda District, led his tribesmen recently to hand over more than 15 high-powered firearms and a […]