From across Papua New Guinea
Madang police has welcomed a new Provincial Police Commander (PPC) amidst confusion. The sudden change came as a surprise to both police officers and members of the general public in the province who are now questioning the motive behind the shift, especially when the country is nearing the 2027 National General Election. According to recent […]
Former two-term Member of Parliament for Maprik, businessman, and community leader John Simon has issued an urgent plea to East Sepik leaders to address the deteriorating law and order situation crippling the province’s key economic arteries. Speaking on behalf of the business community, PMV operators, and the people of Maprik, Wosera Gawi, Ambunti Drekikier, Yangoru […]
Air Niugini has issued an urgent safety warning to passengers regarding the handling, charging, and transport of lithium battery-powered devices, following a fire incident at the Jacksons International Airport in Port Moresby. The national flag carrier’s Chief Executive Officer, Alan Milne, issued the directive, after a charging power bank, caused a minor electrical fire and […]
The return of Papua New Guinea’s Supreme Court to Kavieng after approximately 30 years has marked a significant milestone for access to justice in New Ireland Province, with Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika confirming that a full-time resident judge will be appointed to the province in 2027. The confirmation came during the ceremonial opening of […]
The National Narcotics Bureau is working to establish a provincial coordination office in Morobe to strengthen drug awareness and improve coordination with communities and government agencies. Director General Kiria Kotange says a two-week training and awareness program is underway in Morobe to prepare community representatives to become narcotics ambassadors. The program includes one week of […]
Twelve suspects who robbed a retail outlet in Kimbe Town this morning were killed in a crossfire with police while they were attempting to flee in a getaway vehicle. Police Commissioner, David Manning in a press statement confirmed that while attempting to escape in the stolen vehicle, the getaway car overturned and rolled over resulting […]
The three people who went missing for 70 days, were finally repatriated from the Republic of Kiribati and returned to Papua New Guinea on Monday. The safe repatriation of Horan Kapeatu, Francis-Mitchelle Tokiapron and Darrell Tokiapron who come from the Nissan Island in Bougainville, was supported by National Member for North Bougainville, Francesca Semoso and […]
As flames engulfed a building in the heart of Mt Hagen City yesterday, panic and confusion gripped the area, with crowds gathering and opportunists attempting to take advantage of the unfolding disaster. The fire broke out at the Green Leaf Chinese shop in Mt Hagen City around midday on Sunday (25-10-26), as the El Nino […]
Morobe Show president Hans Mehl says the 63rd annual show has drawn strong crowds, reaching about three-quarters capacity by mid-morning despite a delayed start. Mehl said the morning programme was delayed after some security personnel arrived late, but the issues were resolved and activities were underway. He said the fireworks display at Mount Lunaman on […]
Agronomist Rodney Aku of the National Agricultural Research Institute (NARI) Momase Regional Centre is urging farmers to establish reliable water sources and irrigation systems to protect their crops during dry conditions. Aku said access to water was particularly important during the first two weeks after planting, when crops were establishing their roots and needed sufficient […]