From across Papua New Guinea
In a combined solemn and heartfelt tribute to remember the 27 victims of the East New Britain and 11 in Milne Bay boating tragedy, the people of Milne Bay together with NGI community gathered on Sunday (16th August) at Milne Bay War Memorial, in the heart of Alotau town, for a ‘Remembrance of Flames’ ceremony. […]
Through a small infrastructure grant, Australia is supporting to improve student facilities at Siassi Lutheran Secondary School at Lablab station, Umboi Island in Morobe. The funding supports the purchase and transport of building materials for the school’s facilities renovation project, helping to provide a safer and more functional environment for students and staff in the […]
A joint operation by Simbu Provincial Administration, the Revenue and Liquor Licensing team, and police from Kerowagi MS 08 seized large quantities of cheap imported spirits at Yellow Race Trading Ltd and Ganyo 2 over the weekend. Leading the operation were CID Sergeant Gideon Limbia and Principal Advisor for Revenue and Liquor Administration, Michael Wagi […]
The current drug shortage at the Madang Provincial Hospital is not a management issue, rather a systematic failure that has been ongoing since the beginning of the year. Hospital’s Acting Executive Manager, Jeremiah Johnmark said the critical shortage of essential medical drugs at the province’s premier hospital is due to a failure in the National […]
The New Guinea Island’s [NGI] community in Milne Bay Province has petitioned the Milne Bay Provincial Government over the lack of implementation and enforcement of its rules and regulations under the Small Craft Act 2011.In a tribute on Sunday to farewell victims of the recent boating tragedies in Milne Bay and East New Britain, NGI […]
The New Ireland Police Command officially welcomed its new leader today during a handover-takeover ceremony at the Kavieng police headquarters, marking the transition of the Provincial Police Commander (PPC) post from Chief Superintendent Albert Beli to Chief Superintendent George Fanamanu. Chief Superintendent Fanamanu, is a senior officer from the New Zealand Police originally from Tonga, […]
Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Chief Superintendent, Joseph Tondop has announced a new Highlands Western Division Strategic Plan aimed at ensuring a free, fair and safe National Election in 2027. As Divisional Commander for the Highlands Western Division, covering Hela, Southern Highlands and Enga, Chief Supt Tondop said the plan was developed based on ground […]
Simbu Provincial Health Authority Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ken Kassi formally commended the outgoing Board of Governance for its decisive leadership and support over the past three years. Speaking during the board’s farewell over the weekend, Dr. Kassi said the board’s guidance was instrumental in driving major improvements in healthcare delivery across the province. “Your […]
The 66th Mt Hagen Culture and Agriculture Show has opened its doors to more than traditional performances. The three-day show at the weekend (14th-16th August) gave cultural groups and international visitors an opportunity to experience Papua New Guinea’s rich cultural diversity. Among those making their first appearance at the Hagen Show is a cultural group […]
Papua New Guinea is heading into the most critical months of the El Nino period, with the National Disaster Centre (NDC) preparing to assess whether provinces can cope with worsening conditions. The centre expects the peak between September and December. Acting Director of Operations and Emergency Response, Andrew Oaego says inter-agency assessment teams will begin […]