From across Papua New Guinea
Grade ten students who have completed their final examination this week, plus the grades twelve and eight who will be writing theirs in the next two weeks, are being warned to refrain from engaging in any unlawful activities. Madang’s top cop, Acting Superintendent Robert Baim, issued the warning on Thursday upon the completion of the […]
Efforts to safeguard tuna stock in the Pacific will be discussed in the 9th Pacific Tuna Forum [PTF] starting next week, from October 14 to 15 in Nadi, Fiji. Strengthening climate resilience, innovation of new technology transfer, equity in wealth distribution and sustainable trade practices of Tuna will also be discussed. National Fisheries Authority’s acting […]
The Bougainville House of Representatives will officially open its 5th Parliament this Friday, October 10, marking the start of a new political term for the region following the recent elections. According to Clerk of Parliament Peter Topura, preparations are complete for the swearing in of all newly elected members, including the election of a new […]
The New Porgera Limited [NPL] has reported massive losses caused by thousands of illegal miners entering its open pit mine, describing the situation as one of the company’s biggest operational challenges. Between January and September 2025, a total of 129,979 illegal miners were caught inside the Porgera Mine. The highest number was recorded in May, […]
Prime Minister James Marape has described late Morobe Governor Luther Wenge as a true patriot, constitutional defender, and one of the last of Papua New Guinea’s first generation of nation-builders as he paid his final tribute yesterday at the State Funeral Service at Sir Ignatius Kilage Indoor Stadium in Lae. Gathered at the stadium were […]
The Papua New Guinea Investment Promotion Authority [IPA] is spearheading a major investment mission to Japan, aiming to strengthen economic ties and attract new opportunities for PNG businesses. The mission culminates in a high-profile investment conference in Tokyo on November 4, 2025. In a collaboration with the Pacific Islands Center and the PNG Embassy in […]
Ok Tedi Mining Limited [OTML]is not just a mining company, but it is locally owned and gives service back to the country’s citizens. OTML marked a significant milestone with the successful signing of the 4th Community Mine Continuation Agreement [CMCA], with new and improved terms to the agreement, reinforcing its commitment to the communities of […]
With courage, faith, and determination, a lone woman from the Western Highlands will make a pilgrimage of a lifetime, journeying to the Vatican to witness the historic canonization of Blessed Peter Torot alongside eight other saints. Her remarkable story reflects not only a personal devotion but also the deep spiritual connection Papua New Guineans share […]
A concept, known as the Smallholder Horticulture Empowerment and Promotion [SHEP], is being introduced into East New Britain by the Japan International Cooperation Agency [JICA)]. The SHEP concept is being facilitated through the National Agriculture Research Institute [NARI] and focuses on market-oriented agriculture. The program was initiated by JICA in Kenya in 2006 and has […]
The Road Traffic Authority [RTA] says it is taking necessary steps to address the ownership issue of a black Ford Everest following the arrest of its Acting CEO, John Avira, by the Special Investigative Team over the procurement of the official vehicle for the CEO’s office. In a statement, the Acting CEO said the acquisition […]