A local male Arts and Crafts vendor was almost victim of a theft from local turf burglar this morning Monday 24th June, at 10:30am broad daylight along the Ahuia Street towards Gordons Business Centre, Port Moresby. The local vendor after a long morning of selling out his crafts products made his way from Theodist with the intention to check on his companions after the Waigani Tunnel. Walking alone, the burglar attacked him in attempt to steal his earnings and belonging, but was saved by individuals nearby the area. The failed violent attempt resulted with the victim bleeding from his right…
Author: E'lle- Gore YASI
The Moni Plus NCD Vipers claim a draw against the Enga Mioks on Sunday June 23rd at the National Football Stadium, Port Moresby. The trailing NCD Vipers claimed enough points to draw against the Enga Mioks thanks to Vipers’ Second rower and former SP Hunters Julius Yakopa in the dying 5 seconds remaining till full time. The NCD Vipers in their home ground lifted quickly gained the lead in the first 10minutes of the first half, by their same right center Thomas Kuipa scoring 2 tries. However, Vipers’ five eight failed to sink both conversions but still in the lead…
The NCD Governor Powes Parkop was pleased to Kick-off the 2-weeks Tuene Sports Competition (TSC) on Tuesday 19th June for the community residence in Tokarara, Port Moresby. The TSC initiative was brought together to established aid to parents and guardians to keep their youths occupied in their community during the National Census period, according to the TSC Games Coordinator Mr. Junior Maru. “Our Community have forgotten to take care of their body healthy and competition will involve the youths and adults to play, to keep healthy and fit for their own well-being.” Mr. Maru emphasized no confirmed financial amount has…
The Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee (PNGOC) is pleased to announce the newly appointed Team PNG’s Chef de Mission (CdM), Mr. Kinivanagi Karo. Mr. Karo formally served as the Male Vice President on the PNGOC Executive Board. Being recently elected CdM during the recent PNGOC Board Meeting on June 12, 2024. Mr. Karo will be the CdM for the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau. With this position in the Team PNG’s CdM, Mr. Karo will now be entitled to several responsibilities leading to the wellbeing of the National Team ensuring the overall success and unity throughout the 2025 Palau…
The Australia through the Australian Federal Police (AFP) support the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, constructing of police housing and investing in Bomana Police Training College. The initiative first stages will enable the AFP to construct housing barracks styled accommodation in various priority provinces commencing in Port Moresby, Kokopo and Mt Hagen. This will ensure RPNGC recruits to be allocated in in regional centres upon graduation. Meanwhile, Australia continues to invest in the Bomana Police Training College. Australia invests in accommodation and police barracks across the nation to assist the recruits and officers in their challenging and valuable work. Attorney…
The Commissioner of Police, David Manning, has warned squatters around the Porgera Mine in Enga province that thievery and ethnic violence will not be tolerated following multiple injuries and fatalities from recent confrontations. Over the past 48 hours security personnel have responded to a series of intergroup fighting violent confrontations on private land resulting in some criminals sustaining fatal wounds and injuries. “The killed or injured during confrontations with security personnel and amongst themselves, are common criminal outsiders attempting to steal gold from the mine and are fighting enemy clans,” said the Police Commissioner. “The number of injured or killed…
The Australian Government has gifted the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) with a newly fitted boat to serve under the Police Sea Patrol fleet. The boat, which formerly served as an Australian Police Sea Vessel, is now the largest sea vessel to serve in the RPNGC. The donation of the new vessel comes under the Bilateral Security Agreement signed by Prime Minister James Marape last year with Australia. The gifting ceremony, which was held at the Royal Papuan Yacht Club in Port Moresby, saw delegates of both Papua New Guinea and Australia such as, Attorney General of Australia (AGA)…
The National Fisheries Authority (NFA) yesterday, Tuesday 11th June, presented a brand-new ambulance to the Western Pacific University (WPU) Health Centre in Ialibu, Southern Highlands Province. . The K300, 000 worth ambulance was presented by Corporate Social Responsibility Manager Mr. Steven Poning on behalf of NFA Managing Director, Justin Ilakini, where the President of Western Pacific University Dr. Janet Rangou accepted the present during a small ceremony witnessed by staff, students, and surrounding communities in Ialibu. Mr. Poning underscored the crucial role the ambulance plays in rural communities, empowering individuals and communities to access necessary medical support, thereby potentially saving…
The Papua New Guinea (PNG) Tour Guide (TG), Freelance Tour Guide is preparing its independent tour operations for this year’s National Mask Festival which will be held from the 10th to the 13th of July. PNGTG Freelance Tour Guide owner, Mr. Dominic Tulo expressed excitement to PNG Hausbung for the upcoming National Mask and Warwagira Festival, stating that bookings have already been established for this significant annual event. Mr. Tulo mention that the festival is the oldest and famous festival that not only attracts tourist to witness the festival of diverse mask cultures of East New Britain (ENB) province, but…
Police officers in the city of Port Moresby continue to carryout awareness reminding Illegal squatters residing at Bush Wara in the Moresby North- East electorate that they have less than 35 days remaining to vacate the land before the eviction scheduled for July 11th commences. The eviction is directed towards settlers on land portions 2156, 2157 and 2159 at Nine Mile belonging to the superfund, Nambawan Super. Due to no major movement observed, the police officers conducted another motorized awareness last week Friday, 7th July throughout the Bush Wara area. The Police informed the illegal squatters the 120-day grace period…