From across Papua New Guinea
Acting Chief Secretary Ivan Pomaleu, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, and Brisbane-based engineering firm Norths Projects Ltd have signed an agreement to begin a Special Audit on the government’s largest project, the Connect PNG Programme. The agreement, signed on Tuesday, officially begins the audit, which will begin next month. Pomaleu expressed his satisfaction with Deloitte and Norths […]
The Sir John Guise indoor stadium has been prepared to host tonight’s 4th commemoration program for the country’s first Prime Minister Sir Michael Somare. Prime Minister James Marape and Port Moresby city Governor Powes Parkop are expected to officiate at the program. This year’s commemoration of the life of Sir Michael Somare is set to […]
Prime Minister James Marape was in Wewak today to pay his respects to PNG’s Founding Father and first Prime Minister Late Grand Cheif Sir Michael Somare. February 26, 2025, marks the 4th anniversary of the passing on of Sir Michael. Prime Minister Marape in his message to the people of Papua New Guinea said Grand […]
Kavieng town came to a standstill this morning, when a ceremonial march around town led by joined forces, from the Kavieng Correctional Services, Fire service, and town rangers, and representative of Urban schools silently march through the town. Kavieng town Mayor -Greg Toxie Seth, was present to officiate at the memorial program. Also present were, […]
Dapu Primary School in Vanimo West Sepik Province has joined the rest of the country to commemorate the Remembrance Day of the PNG’s Founding Father, the late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare. Students, Teachers, parents, and the community all gathered at the school ground where a monument of the late grand chief is built and […]
East Sepik Province, the home province of PNG’s Founding Father and First Prime Minister Late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare is now joining the rest of the country in commemorating the 4th anniversary of the late leader’s passing. A candlelight vigil was held last night at Villa Viak in Kreer Heights, marking the beginning of […]
In a somber march through town and to the Provincial Administration Headquarters, the Greater Sepik Association in Milne Bay single-handedly brought everyone together today to remember founding father Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare on his death day. Tributes flowed from Milne Bay leaders like Provincial Administrator Dr Igo Gari who described him a freedom architect […]
The current strong wind warnings generated by Tropical Cyclone Alfred have triggered a Stop-Sail Order for all local boats operating within Milne Bay waters. They’ve been ordered to stay put or attract hefty penalty fines at this time. Stop Sail Order issued by Milne Bay Provincial Transport Authority at the weekend will remain in place […]
Tropical cyclone Alfred, currently just outside of Papua New Guinea waters, will greatly affect the Samarai-Murua District of Milne Bay Province. This is according to National Weather Service Meteriologists Benjamin Malai adding that the recent weather warnings have been maintained. He told NBC News that apart from Milne Bay, Northern and Central Provinces will also […]
The 33rd edition of the prestigious SP Sports Awards, recognizing athletes and sports officials and administrators was launched today. The 2025 event will coincide with Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence under the theme ‘Legends of Sports: 50 Years of Excellence and Inspiration’. PNG Olympic Committee president Emma Waiwai said the theme is a tribute to […]