From across Papua New Guinea
Parliament has been urged to carefully balance the wishes of the people of Bougainville with PNG constitutional responsibilities and national interests. Minister for Bougainville Affairs Manasseh Makiba said this, when opening the debate in parliament, today. The 2019 Bougainville Referendum has taken center stage in the national parliament. Minister Makiba opened the debate today, after […]
As the El Niño conditions continue to affect everyday life, essential services, like healthcare, are also feeling the impact as prolonged dry weather worsens water shortages.Daio Health Centre, a Catholic-run health facility located across the bay from Alotau Town, Milne Bay Province, had struggled to maintain basic health services until two weeks ago, when it […]
Morobe Provincial Police Command is seeking permanent headquarters in Lae after decades of operating from rented offices. Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police for Northern Command, Chief Superintendent Samson Siguyaru, says land has been identified in Lae for a stand-alone provincial police headquarters. Siguyaru says the provincial command has been operating from rented premises previously used […]
Manalos Aviation is urging the National Department of Education to deliver Grade 8 examination papers earlier after completing deliveries to 199 schools across Morobe Province under a tight schedule. Chief Executive Officer Captain Jurgen Ruh said the papers arrived later than in previous years, leaving limited time to reach remote schools before examinations began on […]
The Wau Waria District in the Morobe Province has already established a dedicated El Niño Response Committee, which will be responsible for the delivery of relief assistance when funding is made available. Wau Waria MP, Marsh Narewec, said this in a statement when giving an update on the district’s preparedness, as well as the National […]
PNG Power Ltd Board has announced the appointment of Noel Mobiha as its new Acting Chief Executive Officer following the resignation of Paul Bayly, effective as of Tuesday 20th October. Mobiha will oversee PPL’s operations for an interim period until a permanent CEO is appointed. Mr. Bayly’s resignation comes at a crucial time as the […]
A breast cancer awareness programme in Morobe has screened 154 people and referred eight for further assessment, bringing important health information and screening services closer to communities in Wau and Bulolo. The month-long Pinktober program, led by Harmony Gold’s Hidden Valley Mine in partnership with Angau Memorial Hospital’s medical team and the PNG Cancer Relief […]
The defence for twenty-eight people charged over a deadly fight at Sambio village in Bulolo District has challenged the police case, arguing that key elements of the alleged offences have not been properly established. Lawyer Anthony Karahure of Makeu Legal Services has asked the Lae District Court to strike out or dismiss the charges, citing […]
Seven suspects allegedly involved in the recent disruption and robbery at Bishop Leo Secondary School are now in police custody. Police say the seven surrendered to Nuigo Ward 13 Councillor Tednold Wali and were handed over to police yesterday afternoon. Police are continuing efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects, with 20 suspects reportedly identified in […]
A monument of rich photographic history was unveiled yesterday to honor the value and strength of pioneer students and staff of Passam National School of Excellence (NSoE) in East Sepik. Representing their legacy, the monument is a symbol of discipline, excellence, and respect – the core value of Passam NSoE. The visiting cohorts of Passam […]