From across Papua New Guinea
The Permanent Parliamentary Committee on Communication plans to hold an inquiry into cases of journalists’ suspensions because of their work in the country. This is after public backlash on the suspension of Kalang Advertising Ltd’s FM100 Talkback Show host Cullighan Tanda, following an interview with Governor for East Sepik Province, Allan Bird on the popular […]
The Bougainville Football Federation is mourning the passing of their president, Justin Helele. Mr. Helele passed away at 2am this morning. Justin Helele was a pillar of football community by providing needed leadership to help shape the future of football in Bougainville. He inspired countless individuals with his passion for the game and promote the […]
The Minister for International Trade and Investment Richard Maru, has called for immediate review of import tariffs. This review is to give protection to local industries who are struggling to compete against cheap and dumped imports. Minister Maru expressed deep dissatisfaction with the current way tariff policy is being administered, which he described as being […]
A mother of seven children from Angabanga village in Central Province lost her life while trying to talk to the driver of a PMV Dyna who initially hit her son at Angabanga along the Hiritano Highway in CentralProvince. Central Provincial Police Commander Chief Inspector Joseph Salle confirmed reports provided by his police officers from Bereina, […]
The Coffee Connections West Rugby League club were all smiles this week when they received new sets of uniforms courtesy of their naming rights sponsor. From this weekend and onward, they will be running out with their brand new white and lime green uniforms. The uniforms were for all divisions; Men’s A Grade, Men’s B […]
Member for Raikos and Labour Minister Kessy Sawang is the first female politician to form her political party. It is “called the People’s Transformation Party. First Assistant Secretary to the Minister, Solomon Nani confirmed to NBC News, that Ms Sawang has resigned from the People’s First Party to form her party. In this by-election, the […]
Morobe’s Election Manager, Simon Soheke is currently attending a week-long induction in Bougainville, as the Returning Officer [RO] for the Autonomous Bougainville Government elections for Bougainvilleans living outside of Bougainville. Mr Soheke was appointed to oversee the electoral process for Bougainvilleans outside of Bougainville [BOBs] where he will be responsible for leading awareness, enrolments etc, […]
In light of growing concerns over patient safety, rights, and medical negligence, plans are in place to establish a Patient Safety Commission. Health Minister Elias Kapavore revealed – there will be amendments to the Medical Registration Act to allow for this. There are also plans to set up a system in the Ombudsman Commission to […]
Patient safety and medical negligence have become increasing causes of concern for the health sector in the country. Health Minister Elias Kapavore told the newly sworn in Medical Board, that patients have rights and that is to be treated whatever their circumstances. He cited reports received of growing cases of medical negligence – reminding the […]
Prime Minister James Marape has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th Pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. Prime Minister Marape said the elevation of Pope Leo XIV comes at a time when the world seeks moral clarity, peace, compassion, and hope in the face of many […]