The Minister for Transport and Civil Aviation and Namatanai MP Walter Schnaubelt has praised a local landowner company LaKa Forest Development Limited (LFDL) for launching a new aid post and a health worker staff house in Konoagil Local Level Government (LLG) New Ireland Province (NIP). Minister Schnaubelt made this statement during the initial launching at Morokon, Konoagil LLG, Funded by LFDL at a total cost of K350, 000. “I commend the LaKa Forest Development Limited under the timber project rights and for their leadership to see the flow on benefits to the community at large.” “LaKa Forest Development Limited has…
Author: E'lle- Gore YASI
This afternoon five new Ministers were sworn into the Government Cabinet at Government House in Port Moresby. The ceremony was witnessed by Prime Minister James Marape, and members of Cabinet with Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso. PM Marape further expressed his joy and confidence in the new Minsters, stating that they are overqualified for their duties and bring exceptional experience to the table. The new Ministers are: Wapenamanda MP Miki Kaeok – Finance Minister, Unggai Bena MP Kinoka Feo – Higher Education Minister, Vanimo Green MP Belden Namah – Culture and Tourism Minister, Tewaii Siassi MP Dr Kobby Bomareo -…
The Digicel ExxonMobil Cup Round 13 saw the Lae Snax Tigers claim second victory in Port Moresby (Pom) and against GULF Isou, but this time at the National Football Stadium (NFS), Port Moresby, 24-10. The Snax Tigers made a strong impression in the first half scoring 4 tries. The forwards opened the score board and the backline securing with a strong lead. Tigers second rower Reynolds Tai scored the first opening try in the 7th minute followed by another into the 11th minute by prop Jordan Steve. Fullback Douglas David score Tigers third try with Dickson Otto sealing their lead,…
South Pacific Brewery (SP Brewery) announced its partnership alongside the thrilling National Mask and Warwagira Festival committee, aiding K5000 for the planning and staging of the exciting festival. The festival celebrates diverse mask cultures of East New Britain and set to take place from July 10th to 13th. The announcement was attended by SP Brewery’s Regional Sales Manager of NGI Mr. Leon Schulz and the National Mask and Warwagira Festival committee. Mr. Schulz, expressed the company’s delight in supporting such significant cultural celebrations. “For many years, SP Brewery has been a proud advocate of promoting and preserving the diverse cultural…
Four police officers from the National Capital District (NCD) and Central commands were served with their administrative charges by the Internal Investigation Unit police officers just recently. The Acting Commander of NCD/Central, Assistant Commissioner (ACP) of Police Peter Guinness confirmed that three officers were attached to the NCD command while the other one was attached to Central province command. He said two of the police officers who were arrested and charged, were involved in the death of another police officer, late Constable Vianey Yembinaro on June 15th. The two policemen were arrested and charged with wilful murder and are detained…
The South Sydney Rabbitohs have continued their mid-season revival with a 32-16 win over Parramatta to notch their fifth-straight victory. The Rabbitohs have moved to within one win of the top eight, however their for-and-against leaves them on the back foot as they attempt to make headway on a cluttered ladder. South Sydney halfback Cody Walker was superb as he directed his team around a wet CommBank Stadium, turning the Eels around with his astute kicking game. The Rabbitohs defence formed the basis of the victory, with Parramatta generating multiple attacking opportunities but finding it difficult to turn possession into…
The Kukawi Primary School in West Yangoru LLG officially received a new 4-in-1 classroom on Wednesday 26th June. Despite the school closing in 2023 due to faction fights, Kukawi Primary School in West Yangoru LLG of Yangoru-Sausia District East Sepik Province opened its doors once again this year with development investments projects funded by the District Development Authority (DDA) through the leadership of local MP and Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru. Minister Maru was thrilled to officially open the new K300, 000 worth 4-in-1 classroom. Kukawi Primary School was established in 2011, serves 10 communities. The school…
Mohonji Four Square Primary School opens a very modern 4-in-1 classroom worth K290, 000 thanks to the Yangoru-Saussia District Development Authority (DDA) recently, in the East Yangoru LLG of Yangoru-Saussia District, East Sepik Province. The official opening of this 4-in-1 classroom funded by the Yangoru-Saussia District Development Authority (DDA) follows the recent approval by the National Education Board for Four Square church to be a member of the education system agency. The Mohonji Four Square Primary School is the only school in the district run by the Four Square church and established in 2013, to provide early childhood education and…
Transparency International PNG (TIPNG) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) to present its annual report for the year 2023 to its members on Saturday 29 June 2024. Members of the AGM conducted the election of directors and office bearers, the results of the elections were that Mr. Peter Aitsi was re-elected as Chairperson by the financial members of TIPNG. Following that with Mrs. Stephannie Kirriwom-Sawong elected as Secretary of the Board. A further addition of eight individuals were also elected to serve on the board including Jerome Sesega, Mary Udu, Evah Kuamin, Richard Kassman, William Koregai, Christopher Elphick, Bill Doa-Neill…
The crime of Grand Theft Auto has increased recently in the National Capital District according to reports provided by the police. National Capital District (NCD) Metropolitan Superintendent Silva Sika confirmed that more than three Stolen Motor Vehicles (SMV) cases are reported weekly, although most of the stolen vehicles that were reported to police had been recovered. NCD Met Supt Sika expressed his gratitude to his relentless officer for their hard work, locating and returning the stolen vehicles safely to their owners. He added his thanks to the local knowledge from the police officers, vehicles are located within hours. Met Supt…