Twenty-six boat operators and their crews from five wards in the Duke of York (DOY) local level government (LLG) in Kokopo District of East New Britain OY LLG are undergoing an intensive training this week, starting Monday, July 15. Hosted at the Kokopo Fire Station from July 15th to 19th, the training is part of the Building Resilience to Climate Change (BRCC) program, according to the provincial administration. The goal? To ensure these seafarers can safely navigate the waters and handle their boats with confidence. This is the third rollout of the BRCC program, following successful initiatives in Milne Bay…
Author: Joshua ARLO
Member for Hiri-Koiari, Keith Iduhu, has cautioned the Government against giving false hope to the evicted illegal settlers of the 9-mile Bushwara area in NCD. In light of Prime Minister James Marape’s announcement directing the Minister for Lands and the Member for Moresby Northeast to find solutions for the settlers, Iduhu expressed his concerns in a statement. “The grand proclamation and promise by the PM is counterproductive and purely political point scoring,” Iduhu remarked. “Although I have been suggesting and advocating for a proper land formalisation policy, it appears that ad hoc promises take precedence over long-term solutions.” Iduhu’s warning…
Commander of National Capital District and Central Province, the Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Peter Guinness has issued a stern warning to squatters attempting to erect makeshift homes near the eviction site at Nine Mile, Bush Wara’s Portion 2156, 2157, and 2159. ACP Guinness said police will not hesitate to remove those settlers thinking of setting up makeshifts at nearby vacant land if they are caught. His warning comes following some settlers who had started putting up their makeshifts along the road leading into the Nine Mile eviction zone, but police had them removed today (Monday, July 15), as the…
Finschafen MP and the Opposition’s nominee for Alternate Prime Minister, Rainbo Paita, has fired back at Prime Minister James Marape for what he called “personal attacks” after the recent Cabinet reshuffle. Paita, speaking in Goroka during the Highlands tour of the Opposition and Alternate Government team, accused Marape of lacking grace and respect when introducing new ministers. “Prime Minister Marape said something like, ‘Me givim cheque book lo youngpla man na ol mekim nambaut so nau me givim lo senior mahn,’ while welcoming new ministers appointed to join his cabinet,” Paita stated, and criticized Marape’s remarks, calling them “unbecoming of…
Prime Minister James Marape landed in Jakarta, Indonesia, for the explosive 3rd PNG-Indonesia Annual Leaders’ Dialogue. The action-packed summit runs from July 13 to 15, 2024, and sees Prime Minister Marape face-to-face with Indonesian President Joko Widodo. This high-level meeting, initiated in 2022, promises game-changing agreements and fiery discussions. Marape is not just in Jakarta for dialogue—he is set to fire up the PNG-Indonesia Business Forum on Sunday, July 14, and will meet the powerhouse President-Elect and Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, who’s set to take office this October. The 3rd Annual Leaders’ Dialogue is ready to roll out four groundbreaking…
Former Energy Minister and Bogia MP Robert Naguri has unleashed a scathing attack on the government for abandoning the people of Manam Island, who have suffered for over two decades following a volcanic eruption. In a fiery statement, Naguri condemned both current and past administrations for neglecting the 20, 000 displaced Manam residents since their relocation to the mainland in Madang Province after the 2004 disaster. “You all know the suffering of my people of Manam, it’s been 21 years now, the government has ignored their plight,” he declared. “I have been fighting for my people from the previous government…
Prime Minister James Marape is set to embark on crucial diplomatic visits to Indonesia and Japan from July 14 to July 19, aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and explore new trade opportunities. During his absence, Deputy Prime Minister Hon. John Rosso will serve as Acting Prime Minister. Prime Minister Marape will first travel to Indonesia for the Annual Leaders’ Dialogue with President H.E. Joko Widodo from July 14-15. This meeting marks the third iteration of the dialogue series initiated in Jakarta in 2022. The discussions are expected to cover a broad range of topics including trade, commerce, and bilateral cooperation.…
The 27th Euro Pacific Coca Cola National Mask and Warwagira Festival kicked off with the renowned ‘Kinavai’ ritual on June 10th, setting the stage for a vibrant celebration of culture and tradition in Rabaul. The early morning ceremony took place at the Montevideo Maru Monument beachfront, featuring the revered Tolai Tubuans and Dukduks arriving in canoes at dawn, a sight that drew tourists and locals alike as early as 4 am. This year’s festival, spanning four days from July 10th to July 13th, promises a blend of traditional and contemporary performances. Festival Organizing Committee Chairman Isaac Ilom praised the Rabaul…
The East New Britain provincial appeal drive for donations towards the affected people of Maip Muritaka rural LLG in Enga Province, ends Saturday, July 13th. The appeal drive has been running for two weeks, and on Monday, July 6th, an official fundraising drive was also launched by ENB Deputy Provincial Administrator for District and LLG Services Nicholas Larme was accompanied by the Director of the Provincial Disaster Division Donald Tokunai at the local NBC East New Britain radio station in Kokopo. They urged the public in ENB to donate non-food items at the ENB Provincial Administration’s Disaster Division in Kokopo.…
The Port Moresby Women’s Softball Association (PMWSA) has announced the revised quarter-final draw for the Corporate Slow Pitch Softball Competition, ensuring teams with Saturday work commitments can still compete. The much-anticipated games will kick off at 8 AM this Saturday, July 13, promising an exciting day of do-or-die matchups where winners advance, and losers bow out. The competition will culminate in finals play-offs across four categories: Cup, Plate, Bowl, and Shield. Teams finishing 1st and 2nd in the standings will battle for the prestigious Cup. The Plate will be contested by the 3rd and 4th place teams, while the 5th…