From across Papua New Guinea
The Milne Bay Provincial Works Supervision Unit [WSU] has taken an important step in its drive to lift infrastructure standards, by securing the support of a Japanese volunteer civil engineer under the Japan International Cooperation Agency [JICA] Volunteer Program. Koji Nakanishi, a 54-year-old engineer with decades of experience, will be based in Alotau for the […]
One of the world’s largest seaweed processors, Jiangsu Benefit Ocean Hydrocolloids of China, has visited Milne Bay Province to explore investment opportunities in seaweed, with backing from the National Fisheries Authority. Milne Bay, which earlier this year became the first Papua New Guinean province to export seaweed to China, is eager to expand its market […]
The Papua New Guinea Lewas have made a commanding statement in their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific [EAP] Qualifier opener, crushing Japan by 45 runs in Suva today. Led by player of the match Konio Oala’s blistering half-century and a ruthless bowling display, PNG proved too strong in every department, stamping their authority […]
Prime Minister James Marape says PNG will use this week’s Pacific Islands Forum [PIF] to call for stronger action on climate change and better control of fishing in the region. In an interview with NBC News in Honiara, Mr Marape said PNG is an important part of the Pacific because of its size, population, economy, […]
The 54th Pacific Island Forum meeting was officially opened, Monday evening, where leaders were treated to stunning traditional performances by the people of Solomon Islands. Held at their national stadium, which was fully packed – hundreds gathered to witness the opening of the 54th Pacific Islands leaders summit. The Solomon Islands takes over chairmanship of […]
A historic treasure stored away from the public eye is the Daimler Sovereign Saloon, that carried late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare after Independence in 1975 to 1980. The first state vehicle is housed at the PNG National Museum and Art Gallery. It’s not on prominent display, but preserved behind the scenes in what appears […]
The Pacific Island forum leaders were reminded of the devastating impacts of climate change and the urgent need for action, by the people of Solomon Islands. The Climate crisis is a key agenda for regional leaders’ meetings this week in Honiara, where they are expected to sign the climate resilience funding agreement among others, on […]
Madang launched its pre-Independence celebrations over the weekend with a variety of cultural and sporting activities, drawing locals from across the province. The festivities featured cultural shows, a bicycle race, and traditional canoe paddling. Twenty-two young men from Karkar Island paddled across 32 nautical miles to the mainland, while two Balangut canoes – traditional vessels […]
Madang police have launched ‘Operation Golden Jubilee’- a special independence operation that will run for the next ten days. The Operation was launched by the Provincial Police Commander, Acting Superintendent Robert Baim at the Madang Town Police Station and was witnessed by members of the general public. The operation aims to deliver a safe and […]
Naomi Koge, a 23-year-old kindergarten teacher from Drageli village in South Fly District, was crowned the first Miss Bird of Paradise Western Province during a pageant at the Crows Nest Hotel in Daru, Saturday, 6th September. Seven contestants competed in the inaugural event, showcasing retro 1960s fashion, traditional attire representing their cultural heritage, and elegant […]