The New Ireland Government will be hosting the countries 47th Independence Celebrations on the West Coast of New Ireland, Lasiliba this Friday 16th September.
It will be a privilege and an honour for the people of New Ireland and West coast to spend Independence day with one of our country’s remaining founding Fathers, Last Man Standing and Governor of New Ireland, Sir Julius Chan.
On the occasion Sir J will also officially open the first 500 meters of sealed West Coast Highway to kick start the first phase of 5km of the road sealing.
The West coast is a total of 190 kilometers of road, the majority of which Governor Sir Julius Chans intends to seal in this term of office.
The West Coast Highway project is the biggest project ever undertaken by any Government in New Ireland.
Activities for the day will include announcement of 2022 Village Beautification Awards, LLG Sports Awards presentations entertainment by Choirs, Singsing groups and String Bands.