From across Papua New Guinea
Bougainville’s Attorney General and Justice and Independence Mission Implementation Minister, Ezekiel Masatt, is optimistic the third round of moderated talks between the National Government and the ABG, will find some middle ground on issues which remain sticking points between the two parties. The third moderated consultation will be held in Burnham New Zealand next week. […]
The government is looking forward to increasing the number of police officers to 10,000 by 2030. This is to achieve a population to police ratio that is suitable for the country, which has a population between 12 to 13 million. Deputy Prime Minister James Rosso, during the Pass out parade of 226 probationary police personnel […]
With polling days fast approaching for Local Level Government [LLG] and district by-elections, police in Morobe and surrounding provinces under the Northern Command say they are prepared to provide security but a critical lack of funding is threatening their operations. Despite the National Government’s announcement of K90 million allocated for the conduct of the LLG […]
Voters in Central Bougainville have started polling to elect a new representative in the parliamentary by-election, following the passing of their former MP. Electoral Commissioner Simon Sinai confirmed that all election materials have arrived in Kieta and are currently being sorted and distributed to polling sites across the electorate. A total of 39 polling teams […]
The Government says its intention is to provide direct relief to consumers through GST Zero rating policy on essential household items including; baby diapers, tinned fish, cooking oil, biscuits, flour [wheat], chicken, instant noodles, coffee, tinned meat, rice, sanitary pads, soap [bar only] and tea. The government, through the Internal Revenue Commission [IRC] ensures that […]
Healthcare delivery in Southern Highlands Province has received a major boost following the donation of four new vehicles by the Mendi Munihu District Development Authority (DDA) to the Southern Highlands Provincial Health Authority (SHPHA). The official handover took place on Friday at the Mendi Provincial Hospital, with key stakeholders present, including Mendi Munihu DDA CEO […]
A total of 226 probationary police officers will graduate today from the Bomana National Centre of Excellence, signalling the completion of six months of intensive training under the 2023 Recruit Intake Two program. Among the graduates are 25 female officers and 201 males, all of whom have successfully completed the rigorous program designed to prepare […]
Cricket PNG has announced the PNG Lewas National Team train-on squad for 2025, following a rigorous selection process aimed at preparing the team for a busy international calendar. The 25-player squad includes both seasoned campaigners and emerging talents, as the Lewas prepare to build on their growing reputation in women’s international cricket. Cricket PNG’s National […]
Aropa Airport in Central Bougainville will become the first airport under the National Airports Corporation [NAC] to launch a solar farm project, marking a significant step towards sustainable and cost-effective energy use in Papua New Guinea’s aviation sector. NAC Acting Managing Director, Dominic Kaumu, confirmed the initiative, stating it aligns with NAC’s commitment to promoting […]
The U.S. Embassy in Papua New Guinea, in partnership with the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) and Santos, hosted a week-long sports envoy program featuring American rugby players and Olympians, Cheta Emba and Andrew Durutalo. From May 24 to 30, the program engaged and inspired local youth through rugby clinics, leadership workshops, and […]