From across Papua New Guinea
Prime Minister James Marape has urged world leaders to take stronger action to protect the planet’s forests, oceans, and biodiversity, warning that humanity is “borrowing our children’s future” through unsustainable living. Speaking at a high-level side meeting during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Mr Marape reminded the global community of Earth’s uniqueness […]
Papua New Guinea has no common enemy, and signing the PukPuk Treaty could go against the country’s foreign policy stance, often described by Prime Minister James Marape as ‘friends to all, enemies to none.’ Retired Army General Jerry Singirok was speaking on the NBC National Radio talkback show this week and said, for Australia to […]
The Member for Wau-Waria, Marsh Narewec, has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family and Morobe province on the passing of the late Morobe Governor Luther Akisawa Wenge. “We the Morobe leaders were all looking forward to hearing what he would say in his Independence message, a message to move ahead as a province and […]
Bougainville president, Ishmael Toroama, looks set for return for a second term, with the 2025 Bougainville General Elections starting to wind down. However, five other candidates contesting alongside Toroama, have challenged the progressive results to date, alleging vote rigging and corruption of the counting process. Ishmael Toroama has registered himself as the most popular candidate […]
Kipamanu club pulled off a major upset on Saturday, toppling reigning Tauruba Rugby League champions Lamana Eels 11-8 to secure a place in the grand final against Moragini. The underdogs, who had carried little expectation throughout the finals series, produced a spirited and skillful performance that left the Tauruba crowd in celebration. Captain Timothy Kalo […]
Labour and Employment Minister and Rai Coast MP, Kessy Sawang, has described the late Morobe Governor Luther Wenge as one of Papua New Guinea’s most fearless and principled leaders, whose passing is a great loss to the nation. Sawang said Wenge stood out as both a legal mind and a politician, making significant contributions to […]
In an exciting display of sportsmanship and skill, Fly Panda emerged victorious in the Maso Cup rugby 13s tournament. The final match, held at Nomad Station-District headquarters of Middle Fly District in Western Province recently saw Fly Panda defeating Mountain Eagles with a score of 16-6. The four days tournament brought together teams from various […]
In a momentous and emotional ceremony, the remote Boazi tribe of Aiambak-Wangwanga village initiated Middle Fly MP Maso Hewabi as the Chief of Middle Fly District. The initiation, held during the independence celebrations at Nomad Station, shows the tribe’s respect and great admiration for the young leader. As the kundu drums beat and the tribe […]
Bulolo MP Sam Basil Junior has dismissed social media criticisms surrounding his attire during a recent visit to the Correctional Services [CS] Buimo facility, stating that he was unaware an official parade was scheduled at the time. The controversy arose following online posts claiming the MP breached protocol by not adhering to a formal dress […]
Markham District marked Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary with the unveiling of a commemorative memory stone by Deputy Speaker of Parliament and local MP, Konnie Iguan, in a ceremony held at Mutzing Station on September 16. The stone, installed at the District Oval, symbolizes the country’s Golden Jubilee and was unveiled during the district’s […]