From across Papua New Guinea
The multi-million Kina Tokua to Kokopo four-lane road project is getting off to a slower start than expected following land disputes along various sections of the project area. The member for Kokopo, Ereman ToBaining Junior, who is also the Chairman of the Public Works Committee in the country, says the widening of the road has […]
Police officers are not allowed to use their firearms unnecessarily unless the incident they are attending to is intense and beyond their control. The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary [RPNGC] has been enforcing and encouraging the non-lethal method of handling police work, however there are some officers who remain arrogant and refuse to adapt and […]
After two decades of dedicated service to the Mineral Resources Development Company [MRDC], long time employee Arua Kwariwai bid farewell to MRDC staff and management. MRDC Managing Director Augustine Mano paid tribute to Arua, thanking him for his long and dedicated service to the company. “Arua has been part of the journey, the evolution and […]
The Mineral Resources Authority has clarified the Exploration License of EL1747 for the Misima Mine, in Milne Bay province was renewed after its expiry on the 20th March this year. An application for its renewal was launched on the 19th February. MRA Managing Director Jerry Garry clarified this with NBC News, following strong opposition from […]
Kundiawa police yet to arrest suspects involved in dual homicide Geographical features of Karamui coupled with common challenges with logistics and funding make it tough for the Kundiawa police to investigate and make the arrest of a dual homicide in Karamui recently. According to a Police report, domestic brawls turned tragic, resulting in the death […]
Police in Port Moresby have moved swiftly and detained three officers, following the shooting death of a young vibrant Accountant, Sandy Purel [29] at the Waigani Market on Sunday 25th May, 2025. During a Police operation to deal with illegal activities by some vendors at the Waigani Market on Sunday, a weapon was discharged, and […]
About 200 police reservists will be deployed to Hela Province to boost police manpower and to help reinforce the rule of law and ensure public safety. Internal Security Minister, Peter Tsiamalili Junior says the Hela Provincial Government and PNG Royal Constabulary will sign a Memorandum of Understanding this week to pave the way for this […]
The Lae Cricket Association [LCA] launched its A-Grade Men’s 50 Over Competition last weekend with a strong start, as five teams began their campaigns in what is shaping up to be a tightly contested season. The season opener on Saturday, featured Konepoti Cricket Club [KCC] facing off against Raukele Cricket Club [RCC] at the Unitech […]
The signing of a Memorandum of Agreement and the official launch of a number of road projects in Madang Province last Friday has paved the way for maintenance work on existing roads and construction of new roads to begin in the province. Governor Ramsey Pariwa and Secretary for the Department of Works and Highways, Gibson […]
Sea piracy has reared its ugly head again in Madang waters, this time claiming the life of a public servant from the Raikos District Administration. The male victim reportedly drowned during the ordeal late Friday afternoon when they were intercepted by an armed criminal gang. The passengers were travelling in two 40 horse- powered dinghies […]