The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) has rejected more than 10,000 police recruitment applications to proceed into police recruitment training. While the almost completing recruitment drive, the RPNGC recruitment team is has rejected 12,308 applications out of 18,460 through the new portal system dues to missing required documents, being overage and low academic grades in English and Mathematics. Most of the candidates were eliminated due to no original documents produced during the screening and validation stage, no NID cards, failing of the tests and a good number of candidates didn’t show up at all. The shortlisted have been separated…
Author: E'lle- Gore YASI
The Minister for Foreign Affairs Justin Tkatchenko warmly welcomed United Arab Emirates (UAE) Envoy of Foreign Affairs Minister Mr. OImar Shebahdeh in Port Moresby. While welcoming Mr. Shehadeh and his delegation to PNG, Minister Tkatchenko said this visit was timely as PNG is now working towards opening its Embassy in Dubai. According to Minister Tkatchenko, the Department of Foreign Affairs is now in the process of preparing for this to happen following the National Executive Council’s (NEC) approval to open the Embassy. “Our government through Prime Minister James Marape saw it fit that your country is advanced in many areas that…
Papua New Guinea’s top stationary shop- Theodist, proudly announced on Thursday 22nd May its renewed sponsorship for the Rugby Union Team MBB Marlins. The sponsorship also symbolized the shared commitment to excellence, discipline, and community engagement upheld by both the Theodist brand and the Marlins team. The Corporate Development Manager of Theodist, Mr. Ryan Pini expressed pride in supporting the Marlins for another season. “We are excited to continue our partnership with the MBB Marlins. This team represents talent, hard work, and sportsmanship-values that align with our company culture. Supporting local sports is one way we contribute to the community,”…
The working staff of Oilmin Holdings Limited recently supported the Port Moresby General Hospital (POMGEN) blood drive, with the donation of blood to POMGEN Blood Bank. Folding their sleeves at the Oilsmin’s Procurement and Logistics site at Gerehu, exactly 21 employees donated blood on Wednesday. The donation drive took place at Oilmin’s Procurement and Logistics Site at Gerehu in Port Moresby. The considerate employees underwent a standard screening process, which included providing personal information, checking weight, and monitoring blood pressure before ensuring they were fit to donate one bag of 400 millilitres of blood. Oilmin’s General Manager, Fintan Lalor, stated,…
The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) has confirmed that six hostages abducted against their will by kidnappers in Western Province remain unharmed. The Police Commissioner David Manning announced in a statement released today, Thursday 22nd May, that two criminals involved in the kidnapping have also been apprehended and a few hostages have been released as well. He said the tireless police efforts on ground and proactive security have identified the priorities including the safety of the hostages as the top priority, while restricting the movement of kidnappers. The case’s sensitive nature has kept police on their toes with ongoing…
The SP PNG Hunters delivered a thrilling performance under pressure in Round 9 of the Hostplus Cup at Bishop Park, Brisbane, edging out the Norths Devils 24-18 on Sunday afternoon. Both sides came out firing with physical intent and structured play from the opening whistle. From the opening whistle, the Devils struck early with two quick tries in 15 minutes through Blake Paskins and James Flack, converting both to jump to a 12-0 lead. However, the Hunters showed outstanding control, responding with a try by Solo Wane after sustained pressure near the Devils’ try line. Trevor Solu’s successful conversion and…
Pacific Island artist shook the Hubert Murray Stadium during the historic Float Festival evening program on Saturday 17th May 2025. The thrilling performance by Marina Davis, DJ Noiz, Kennyon Brown and Birna Butta sent a wave of excitement to all the Pacific Island groups present during the evening, singing and dancing to their hit songs. The initial performance saw Samoan Born Singer Marina Davis captivating the stadium with her dynamic vocals singing pacific anthems and additional covers in the presence in the Prime Minister James Marape and National Capital District Governor Powes Parkop. Despite the drizzling rain pouring over the…
The Minister for Information Communication and Technology Timothy Masiu says Media Freedom in Papua New Guinea (PNG) is protected and not being suppressed by the government. Minister Masiu made this commented when interviewed by PNG HAUSBUNG just recently in light of the concerns about the state entities suppressing media freedom. Masiu stated that, “Papua New Guinea has a clean media since Independence in 1975 and that’s enshrined in our Constitution allowing free speech and expression.” “While we have instances of individuals challenges the status of media reports including attempts in the past to control media. Media Freedom is a right…
The Sir Hubert Murray Stadium came alive this weekend hosting the successful “Asian Story & Pacific Story” cultural Float Festival in Konedobu, commemorating the Papua New Guineas (PNG) 50th Independence Anniversary Port Moresby. Hubert Murray stadium celebrated the Float Festival the entire Saturday 17th May 2025, led by the National Capital District (NCD) Governor Powes Parkop which saw a rich display of tradition, music, and unity. Governor Parkop joined officials and community leaders for the opening flag-salute ceremony honoring New Zealand, Tuvalu, Kiribati, Samoa and American Samoa, celebrating and reinforcing the spirit of unity. The opening performance set the tone…
The New Zealand High Commissioner was pleased to share positive words for the historic Float Festival at the Sir Hubert Murray stadium in Konedobu, Port Moresby. Speaking alongside the NCD Governor Powes Pakop, New Zealand High Commissioner H.E. Peter Zwart acknowledged the special festival as a splendid celebration to commemorate the upcoming 50th Independence Anniversary for PNG, among the Pacific Island groups. “This year is an exciting year for PNG, and we are excited for this event that lies ahead of us.” “I think it’s a wonderful way to kick off PNG’s 50th Anniversary of Independence.” “It’s a big and…