From across Papua New Guinea
The six accused in the alleged misappropriation of K268 million belonging to the Ok Tedi Fly River Development Foundation [OTFRDF] in Western Province were today freed by the National Court. Justice David Canning acquitted, Boston Kasiman, Edna Oai, Ani Smerewai, Tabitha Malken, Gloria Salika, and Gregory Shepard in his ruling yesterday morning. Justice Canning handed […]
The Lands and Physical Planning Department is gradually implementing the recently enacted Strata Title Laws in the country. The department organized its first Strata Title engagement meeting in Port Moresby this week with the staff, stakeholders, and developers to begin the implementation process. The two-pronged law comprising the Strata Title Act and Strata Title Management […]
The Founder of the Peoples Party and Enga Governor, Grand Chief Sir Peter Ipatas has informed the country that his party is behind the Marape-Rosso government but with specific conditions. Sir Ipatas hasn’t denied the fact that the governance and style of leadership provided by this government was not the outcome citizens expected. He told […]
The Papua New Guinea and Autonomous Bougainville Government have agreed for Sir Jerry MateparaUe to take up an independent moderator role in resolving Bougainville issues. The decision on his appointment was agreed during a joint supervisory board meeting earlier this year [May 2024] after going through his credentials. Sir Jerry previously served as the Governor […]
Final negotiations are underway to establish a new fishing Joint Venture [JV] between the State and RD Group in Port Moresby. RD Group Chairman, Roy Rivera and his management team arrived in Port Moresby on Monday from Manilla for this important meeting. Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru says he wants the Framework […]
People’s Party has reaffirmed its support to Prime Minister James Marape despite party leader Dr Lino Tom pledging his alliance with Opposition. Members of the party who are with government group in Sir Peter Ipatas, Freddie Kumai and Wake Goi publicly announced their support to Marape for the upcoming vote-of-no-confidence. Senior politician and Enga governor, […]
A man said to be a diving instructor aboard a cruise ship has died while diving in Milne Bay waters on Monday. Details remain sketchy but it has been confirmed his remains have been delivered to the Alotau Provincial Hospital. The man, believed to be aged 34 and of white African origin is said to […]
A significant flood in Morobe Province has resulted in hundreds of people being displaced and now without homes. The affected individuals are currently staying in temporary shelters or with friends and family as they await assistance. The communities along the Busu River have been hit the hardest, with approximately eight settlement communities affected in total. […]
Central Dabaris continues to be a shining example of a professional rugby league club with an established junior pathways system. The franchise is currently hosting a zone championship to identify talents from age ranges – boys under 13, U15, U17, U19, and U18 girls to join the PNG NRL Bid Academy. Pathways development director Gomara […]
The ruling Pangu Party supporters have been urged to remain calm leading up to the vote of no- confidence on Thursday, this week. Pangu general secretary Morris Tovebae issued the call, emphasizing the importance of upholding the country’s values and supporting the leadership of Prime Minister James Marape during this crucial period. He said the […]