Although Mother’s Day falls on the second Sunday of May, numerous groups, churches, families, or organizations hold celebrations earlier or just after the date, it does not really matter, as everyone agrees that its that one special time that mothers or mother figures are in the spotlight, deservedly so, so that we can shower them with love, affection and most importantly, honour and recognize their contribution in our lives. That is what the PNG Foreign Affairs Department did this year, hold celebrations early to honour and recognize their women employees, for being, as Foreign Affairs Minister Justin Tkatchenko described them,…
Author: Joshua ARLO
The Acting Commander of NCD/Central, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Peter Guinness has reiterated his call to residents who have settled illegally on Bush Wara’s portions 2156, 2157, and 2159 at 9-Mile in the National Capital District to start removing all their structures and belongings from the land to allow Nambawan Super Limited (NSL) to take possession of the land as per a court ruling. ACP Guinness said as of today, Monday, May 13, these settlers have only 58 days to vacate willingly or face forcible eviction which begins on July 11 as ordered by the court in favor of…
The Papua New Guinea Chamber of Resources & Energy (PNG CORE) has formed an Asia Pacific Sub-Committee, a move described as forward-thinking in promoting diversity, inclusion, investments, and enhanced relations within the resources and energy sector between PNG and Asian economies. The initiative aims to encourage greater involvement of Asian companies in PNG and PNG businesses in Asia, fostering mutual growth opportunities. A statement released reveals that PNG CORE aims to capitalize on Asia’s pivotal role in the global economy and its increasing interest in natural resources and energy. In addition, the statement highlights, that the establishment of the Asia-Pacific…
In a significant move to strengthen diplomatic relations, Papua New Guinea (PNG) and New Zealand (NZ) have pledged to hold more frequent consultations at the Ministerial level. The decision was reached following a bilateral meeting between PNG’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Justin Tkatchenko, and his New Zealand counterpart, Winston Peters, who also serves as New Zealand’s Deputy Prime Minister. The meeting took place on Monday, May 13, in Port Moresby at the Hilton Hotel. Both Ministers agree this is an important step towards advancing cooperative arrangements between the two nations, and that regular Ministerial consultations would pave the way for more…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) has entered into two more agreements with Indonesia, officially signing both in Jayapura, the Papuan capital of Indonesia. According to Foreign Affairs Minister Justin Tkatchenko, the two agreements, signed on Wednesday, May 8th between him and the Indonesian Foreign Minister, Retno Masurdi, are a Framework Agreement on Development and Technical Cooperation, and an Agreement for Training and Capacity Building for mid-career diplomats from the Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) countries. Both countries already have agreements and corporations in development partnerships and issues of mutual interest, especially the shared border. This includes Indonesia’s grant assistance of K60 million…
Domestic flight disruptions and cancellations due to aviation jet fuel supply rations by Puma Energy running low for some airports including Port Moresby’s Jacksons, and in Lae and Mt. Hagen cities have also affected Digicel ExxonMobil Cup 2024 franchises traveling to various centers for their matches. Over the weekend, the Papua New Guinea National Rugby League Competition (PNGNRLC) postponed the Round 5 clash at Peter Humphreys Oval between West New Britain Provincial Government Kimbe Cutters and Moni Plus NCDC Port Moresby Vipers that was rescheduled from Saturday 11th May, to 2pm Sunday 12th May. PNGNRLC’s General Manager of Pathways and…
The Media Council of Papua New Guinea (MCPNG) launched its signature PNG Media Awards on Friday 10th May in Port Moresby city. This time, this cornerstone event, which promotes and honors the highest standards of journalism and media excellence in the country, has diversified its award categories to cater to the ever-evolving ‘media’, highlighting inclusiveness in both traditional media or press platforms, and the dominant on-line media presence in the country. MCPNG President, Neville Choi said the awards will cover Journalism, Radio, Television, Print, Online, and Special awards. “The awards are a beacon of encouragement for journalists and media to…
Work has begun on the new Australian-funded K100 million police housing project in the country, starting first in the National Capital District and Western Highlands Province, following separate ground breaking ceremonies at Gordons Barracks in Port Moresby on Thursday, May 10th, and at Kimininga Barracks in Mt. Hagen on Monday, May 6th. Police Commissioner David Manning, on both occasions, said the new housing project, funded by an Australian investment of $37 million, is vital for rebuilding efforts of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC). He said the Constabulary is growing at a fast rate, anticipated to reach over 10,…
Finalists for the prestigious SP Sports Awards (SPSA) for 2024 have been announced today (Thursday, May 9) in Port Moresby, and veteran female heavy-weight lifter, and Olympian, Dika Toua stands among those final 33. Toua, the 49kg athlete, who in April had narrowly missed qualifying for a spot in the Paris Olympics, dashing hopes for a sixth Olympic appearance, is one of the three named finalists for the Female Athlete of the Year award. Alongside is tennis star, Abigail Tere-Apisah which a colourful tennis career, and Rachel Laing, the inspirational 62-year athletics sprinter, who is currently preparing for the World…
Three judges, with substantive appointments to the National and Supreme Court benches in the PNG Judiciary, along with the new acting Solicitor-General E’ava Geita were sworn into office today before the Governor-General Sir Bob Dadae at Government House in Port Moresby. The three judges – two females and one male – are from a group of five judges recently appointed by the Judicial and Legal Services Commission (JLSC). They are expatriate judges, Justices Karen Carmody and Stephen Patrick Coates who have a three-year term on the bench, and a national who was formerly a magistrate, and recently been an acting…