From across Papua New Guinea
At 2am Sunday, 6th of September 2026, Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso was on the road. He was travelling with Prime Minister James Marape and the government delegation on the long journey towards Lae. For Rosso, it was more than a trip to attend an official opening. It was a chance to experience the road […]
A three-day total restriction on the sale, purchase, and public consumption of alcohol will be enforced across Central during the 51st Independence Day anniversary celebrations this month. The liquor ban will take effect on Tuesday, Sept 15, and run through to Thursday, Sept 17. Independence Day falls on Wednesday, Sept 16. Acting Provincial Administrator and […]
Hela governor Philip Undialu says law and order in the province is a matter of both provincial and national importance, particularly as Hela is host to the PNG LNG project. Undialu said this in light of the Hela Provincial Assembly and Provincial Executive Council [PEC], having considered the recent ex parte Supreme Court stay order […]
The four principal Landowners Associations [LOAs] of the Chinese-operated Ramu Nickel and Cobalt project in Madang Province have jointly resolved not to participate in the proposed Community Development Agreement [CDA] negotiations, scheduled for Lae later this month, unless critical outstanding issues affecting the existing project are properly addressed. The landowners explained in a joint press […]
United Finance Limited [UFL] has awarded K51,000 in cash prizes to 81 customers across Papua New Guinea to mark the nation’s Independence anniversary. The nationwide Independence Cash Giveaway Promotion concluded with an official random draw conducted at the institution’s headquarters, where eligible clients were selected for cash rewards. Under the prize distribution; 21 winners each […]
The Member for Middle Ramu, Kansol Kamdaru, says he is devastated over yesterday’s tragic plane crash in his remote district, which claimed the lives of three people. The light aircraft operated by Niugini Aviation, was under the command of pilot Paul Gueme and his two passengers, had departed Mt Hagen soon after 1pm yesterday on […]
Two Police officers and a civilian have been arrested and charged for assisting in the recent mass jail break of 25 prisoners at the Wabag Police Station in Enga. Acting Provincial Police Commander Chief Inspector Daniel Yangen said the officers have been arrested and charged with 22 indictable offences which includes aiding and abetting of […]
For three days, the streets of Popondetta came alive with music, dance and culture as communities gathered to celebrate the fourth annual Popondetta Arts and Music Festival. Held from September 4 to 6, the festival brought together local musicians, dancers, cultural performers and visiting artists, creating a platform for people to showcase their talents while […]
Women in the Moresby South electorate have commended local MP Justin Tkatchenko following the launch of the Kaugere Music and Market Festival. The initiative provides a dedicated platform for women and youths in Kaugere to showcase their musical talents while selling local goods, including food, arts, and crafts. Kaugere Women’s Association Coordinator Susan Kaia said […]
The Kerema Catholic Diocese launched its 50th Golden Jubilee Anniversary Celebrations in Kerema Town on Saturday. Parishioners from all the 11 parishes across Gulf, traveled into the provincial capital on Saturday, to witness this historic milestone for the church. Catholic faithfuls from the parishes gathered at the Kerema Catholic Diocese Church for a special Thanksgiving […]