From across Papua New Guinea
Police in the National Capital District [NCD] and Central Province have officially launched their Christmas and New Year operations at Unnagi Oval. The launch brought together police officers from both commands, along with key partner agencies involved in public safety and emergency response during the festive season. Representatives from St John Ambulance attended the event, […]
Bougainville Regional Member Peter Tsiamalili Jr has called for greater legal clarity, fiscal discipline and institutional safeguards in the Autonomous Bougainville Government’s Budget. Tsiamalili said weaknesses in budget structure could expose leaders and public servants to unnecessary legal and accountability risks. Speaking during the Budget debate, Tsiamalili said his remarks were made in a constructive […]
The inaugural landing of the Air Niugini’s airbus A220 aircraft touched down at the Tokua Airport in East New Britain province at 10 this morning from Port Moresby. The airbus, dubbed the People’s Balus, piloted by Captains, Timothy Narara and Christian Patchlatko was greeted by a water salute before coming to a complete stop in […]
A massive fire gutted the iconic Menduli Limited building, a pioneer commercial hub owned by the United Church in Mendi, Southern Highlands Province. The inferno, which started in the early hours, quickly engulfed the structure, threatening nearby properties. Locals in Mendi mobilized immediately, battling the intense heat and flames to prevent the fire from spreading. […]
The Lae City Authority [LCA] has presented K200,000 worth of medical supplies and consumables to Angau General Hospital, providing critical relief amid the ongoing nationwide shortage of medical drugs. The donation comes just weeks after LCA supplied medical items worth K130,000 to all 10 urban clinics across Lae City, stepping in to support frontline health […]
A man from Menia Village in the Usino Local Level Government area was refused bail yesterday [Thursday] by Madang District Court when he appeared for mention for an alleged defamatory post on social media against the Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa. The accused, 32 year- old Arnold Vegofi, appeared before the district court after being charged […]
Madang Town Mayor, Ishmael Yama, has extended his official Christmas message to residents, stakeholders, and visitors, calling for a peaceful festive season that must be celebrated in unity, peace, and responsibility. “Christmas is a significant Christian occasion that reminds us of the birth of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, and the values of faith, […]
The National Court in Waigani today has refused to grant leave to retired Justice Ellenas Batari to challenge the decision of the Judicial and Legal Services Commission’s (JLSC) not to extend his appointment beyond the statutory retirement age of 72. Justice Batari, a long-serving member of the National and Supreme Courts, turned 72 in March […]
The National Court has ruled in favor of former police officer Smith Kop, finding that his dismissal from the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary [RPNGC] was procedurally flawed because his statutory right to a review was ignored. Kop, who joined the force in 2011 and rose to the rank of First Constable in 2021, was […]
Air Niugini’s fleet renewal program is being positioned as a key pillar of Papua New Guinea’s preparation for entry into the National Rugby League in 2028, with State Enterprise Minister William Duma saying the national carrier will play a critical role in moving teams, fans and investment. Welcoming the arrival of Air Niugini’s third Airbus […]