From across Papua New Guinea
Non-Communicable Diseases [NCDs] are silently becoming one of Papua New Guinea’s biggest killers, with increasing numbers of people dying from heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure from as young as 25 years old. The growing concern, now described as an endemic, was highlighted during a recent awareness session by Dr Simeon Adiunegiya, a Public […]
The Wabag National Court has ordered an immediate ceasefire between the Semina Clan and the Tual/Tupal Clans in Kandep District, along the Enga and Southern Highlands border. Clan leaders Jim Lomepae and Richard Kundapen appeared in court today and were served with seven court orders that must be followed within 14 days. Resident Judge Graham […]
Police in East Sepik are continuing investigations into two major law and order incidents involving the killing of a student in Maprik and the murder of two elderly women in Wosera-Gawi District. East Sepik Provincial Police Commander Superintendent Christopher Tamari confirmed that 16 suspects have been identified in connection with the death of a Maprik […]
Alotau’s northcoast highway will see a stronger bypass built at the washout to allow for safe traffic into town in the next few months. Alotau MP Ricky Morris recently announced K136, 000 to support in making the temporary bypass stronger while there are plans for a more permanent fix. The road section just before the […]
Chief Secretary to Government Ivan Pomaleu has been tasked to review the process surrounding the referral of Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika to the National Executive Council by the Ombudsman Commission. Prime Minister James Marape confirmed that Cabinet has yet to meet to deliberate on the sensitive matter, stressing that the Government is approaching the […]
A senior banker Bank South Pacific in Madang has encouraged young people in the province to develop strong saving habits and financial discipline at an early age. They were given this challenge by Gaudi Manu of BSP Madang during the launch of the Centre of Excellence in Financial Inclusion’s Young Mind Savings Campaign at Sagalau […]
Final year students from the Social and Religious Studies Department at Divine Word University conducted an awareness program at Kanenuning Primary School in Dimer Village, Sumkar District, yesterday as part of their final assessment under the Social Psychology unit. The year 4 students visited the school to raise awareness on social issues currently affecting school- […]
At the Port Moresby General Hospital, mothers are giving birth on the floor. Professor Glen Mola, a senior obstetrics and gynecology specialist at the Port Moresby General Hospital said this dire medical emergency unfolding at the National Capital District’s primary labor ward is increasing every day. “It’s getting worse, It’s a crisis.” Prof. Mola said. […]
The Gereka Sharks have been officially crowned the 2026 Rigo Coast Nines champions after defeating the Kido Gigiras 32-8 in a one-sided grand final at the Gabone Rugby League oval over the weekend. The Nelson Saroa Cup decider proved to be a masterclass from the Sharks, who dominated the contest from the opening whistle to […]
A PNG Air flight safely aborted its takeoff at Goroka Airport on Monday morning after a large flock of birds crossed the runway, causing the aircraft’s tires to deflate during an emergency stop. No injuries were reported among the passengers or crew. The incident occurred at approximately 10:31am involving an ATR 72-600 aircraft. According to […]