The highly anticipated Poreporena Pool Competition is set to kick off on August 5, 2024, at Botai, Hekei, and Nese. With a target of 12 to 16 teams, the organizers are thrilled to have 11 teams confirmed for the 2024 pool season. This exciting news was confirmed during a meeting on July 29th at Hekei, chaired by John Podi, with Deputy Chairman Willie Vaieke and Executive Coordinator Marynne Accorin. The organizing team expressed delight at the enthusiasm shown by participating teams, including Kachoai, Ankit, Broggys, Aura Shooters, Chillies, Race On, Cousins, Left Overs, Taora, Aroat, Siumaka, and members from Sodihom…
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The Lae Rugby Football League’s 2024 season continues this weekend with a thrilling lineup of matches in Round 2. The action kicks off today, Friday, August 2nd, with a full day of rugby showcasing the city’s best teams in various divisions. The games start at 11:00 am with a U20 match between Raumai 18 Miles United and Brothers RFL Club, followed by Lae Bombers taking on BBR at 12:10 pm. The afternoon continues with more U20 action, including Laebo vs. Club 140 Rangers at 1:20 pm, and Kendo Royals facing Lae Biscuit Spiders at 2:30 pm. The day’s events wrap…
Opposition Leader Douglas Tomuriesa has urged the public to be patient as the Supreme Court deliberates on the Opposition’s Vote of No Confidence (VONC) case. Today the Opposition had hoped to move straight onto the substantive arguments of its application, but the Attorney-General raised an amended objection to competency to the case. The Attorney General has questioned the court’s jurisdiction over parliamentary procedures, while the Opposition argues that the case should move forward, as this objection is an abuse of court process. The five-men Supreme Court, led by the Chief Justice, has reserved its decision on the Attorney General’s objection…
The 5 men Supreme Court bench has reserved its decision on whether to grant the Attorney General his objection to competency relating to the Opposition’s Vote of No Confidence case. Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika says the court understands the urgency of this case and will make a determination soon. The Attorney General has objected to the substantive nature of the Opposition’s case, arguing that this court does not have jurisdiction to intervene in parliamentary processes in particular the Speaker’s role in the motion and the Parliamentary Business Committee’s procedures relating to the motion. The Opposition’s lawyers argue that this…
Deputy Opposition Leader and Chuave MP Hon. James Nomane spoke to the media after the Supreme Court session on Monday at the Waigani National Court House. Mr Nomane challenged the Prime Minister and the government to stop the delay tactics and deal with the vote on no confidence head-on. “On Monday, June 29th 2024, the opposition came to the Supreme Court, so it was a full court, five men bent, to basically have the application of the first intervener, the Attorney General, which sought to set aside the orders of Judge Derek Hartshorn of July 19th, which was to have…
Minister for National Defence and Emergency Services, Dr. Billy Joseph has praised efforts of PNG Defence Force and Police personnel engaged in Operation Golden Valley in Porgera, Enga Province. “I am proud of the dedication and sacrifice by our PNGDF and RPNGC personnel deployed here and all other operations to achieve government intent.” Minister Joseph emphasized the importance of disciplined forces’ support in ensuring a safe and secure environment. “Whilst tribal fights are a serious constraint, the resilient leadership provided by Enga Governor Grand Chief Sir Peter lpatas, MP, and the Engan Leadership is highly commendable.” He also praised Enga…
The Papua New Guinea National Weather Service has issued a strong wind warning effective from 5 PM today, Monday, July 29, 2024. A trough extending from the Bismarck Sea to the Solomon Sea, along with a lee trough stretching from the PNG/Indonesia border to various provinces, is contributing to these conditions. Residents and maritime operators in coastal areas from the Southern PNG/Indonesia border to Daru, and from Yule Island to Hood Point, including Western Milne Bay Islands to Cape Vogel, and from Finschhafen to Vitiaz Strait, are advised to be cautious. Strong southeast winds of 25 to 33 knots are…
A five men Supreme Court Bench is expected to decide on an application by Attorney-General Pila Niningi to set aside orders for the Opposition’s substantive hearing set for August 1, 2024. In the meantime, Deputy Opposition Leader James Nomane has issued a challenge to Prime Minister James Marape and the Pangu-led coalition government to stop using delay tactics and face the vote of no confidence head-on. “If you claim to have the numbers, if you are confident that you’re doing the right thing by the country, then why are we playing all these games, and why are we even in…
At the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), that ended on Saturday July27th, Foreign Minister, Justin Tkatchenko, reiterated PNG’s commitment to regional security and cooperation. Tkatchenko stressed the importance of the ARF in fostering dialogue and addressing common security challenges. “Papua New Guinea views the ARF as an important platform for discussing regional security and cooperation.” “We would like to emphasize the importance of enhancing dialogue, building trust, and promoting collaborative efforts among member states to address security challenges.” Tkatchenko highlighted PNG’s geographical and strategic significance, emphasizing the country’s commitment to the ARF’s goals and objectives. He underscored the importance of collaborative…
Foreign Minister Justin Tkatchenko, speaking at the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in Vientiane, Laos People’s Democratic Republic, has emphasized Papua New Guinea’s aspirations to join ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations). Tkatchenko highlighted PNG’s long-standing association with ASEAN as an Observer and now as a Special Observer. “We have been associated with ASEAN for quite some time as Observer and now as Special Observer, but we have been a member of the ARF since 1999.” “We are committed to the goals and objectives of the ARF.” “Our desire to deepen our engagements with ASEAN and possible membership is one that…