Minister for Police, Peter Tsiamalili Jnr, has called on drinkers to refrain from overindulging, and for businesses involved in the production and sale of alcohol to invest some of their profits into reducing deaths caused by drunkards. The Minister made the appeal as the country prepares to celebrate the 50th anniversary of independence, and following a horror weekend of tragic alcohol-related incidents. “As Papua New Guinea approaches its 50th Independence Anniversary, the government is taking urgent action to address rising alcohol-related violence and road fatalities, especially in the National Capital District (NCD).” “Over the past weekend alone, between the 46th,…
Author: Katrina ANGELI
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Air Niugini, Mr. Gary Seddon, has announced that comprehensive technical studies undertaken by the aircraft manufacturer, Airbus, have confirmed that all fifteen airports currently served by the Fokker fleet can accommodate the incoming A220 aircraft. The Airbus A220 Pavement Compatibility Study of Papua New Guinea Airports has declared that the Airbus A220 is capable of operating across all current Air Niugini domestic jet routes. “Airbus and Air Niugini have thoroughly evaluated the performance of both the A220-100 and A220-300 models and confirmed these aircraft can serve every airport where our Fokker 70s and 100s operate.”…
Within this year, more than fifty accidents were reported in both National Capital District (NCD) and Central province, of which some are more serious while others are minor. The commander of NCD/Central provinces, acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Benjamin Turi, confirmed that most of these accidents are caused by drivers not adhering to their speed limits. He said that most of the vehicles involved in accidents are due to speeding. ACP Turi, who visited some of the accident sites along Maggi Highway this week, confirmed that most of the accident scenes are at corners where vehicles MUST slow down and drive…
A weekend night out ended in tragedy for a third-year student from the University of Goroka, in Eastern Highlands province who was killed in a suspected alcohol-fueled confrontation in Eastern Highlands Province. In a recent statement the student, reportedly from Kompiam, had been returning home with friends from a club in Faniufa when their vehicle collided with another near Lahanis. Provincial Police Commander Chief Superintendent John Kale said the other vehicle’s passengers pursued the student’s group to North Goroka and violently confronted them. An object was used to hit the student in the head, causing fatal injuries. Police say the incident occurred…
After a rocky start to this year’s season of the 2025 Pepsi Capital Rugby Union, Supreme Industries Harlequins premier team has hit its stride, overcoming significant challenges to build impressive momentum heading into the finals. After their recent win last weekend of round fifteen against the SWG Enterprise Valley Hunters, they now look ahead to maintain the standard that they have accomplished so far this season. Despite a challenging start to the season, an impressive turnaround was also attributed to the successful establishment of new team combinations which now sees the team currently sitting number three on the ladder. The…
On Monday, 28th of July 2025 at approximately 12 noon, a mass casualty incident occurred along the Magi Highway near Bautama in Central province involving a head-on collision between a 15-seater Public Motor Vehicle (PMV) bus and an oncoming Isuzu pickup truck. Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) in a recent statement has responded to multiples casualties resulting from the accident. As of 5PM on Monday afternoon, the Emergency Department has provided the following summary: 1. Fatalities • Three (3) confirmed deaths • All three were adult males who sustained polytrauma, including severe traumatic brain injury, chest injuries and hemorrhagic shock.…
A proper water supply system is crucial for the redevelopment of Rabaul town says a senior official in Rabaul District of East New Britain province. Rabaul town Manager, Joshua Wowo highlighted this during the commissioning of the new 940 kiloliter Reservoir Tank on July 16 in Rabaul town. Mr. Wowo said this vital infrastructure which complements the National Government’s plan to rebuild Rabaul town, will help to ensure the well-being of residents. “In order for Rabaul to be rebuilt, we would like to have proper water supply that is safe, affordable and enough to serve the whole town.” The town…
A total of twenty People Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) within the Rabaul Urban LLG (RULLG) of Rabaul District have successfully completed a 4-day financial literacy training with the aim of enhancing their capacities. The training was recently conducted early this month (July) at the Rabaul Urban conference room which was facilitated by the RULLG Community Development office and coordinated through the district social sector. When giving a brief update of the program, the RULLG Community Development Officer Rum Minicus said that the financial literacy training was piloted last year by RULLG and is focused on essential skills such as basic bookkeeping;…
Rabaul District is looking now to re-establish Rabaul High School, a former leading provider of quality education in East New Britain Province. The school was destroyed by the 1994 volcanic eruptions, and its re-establishment is a vision of the Member for Rabaul, Dr. Allan Marat in response to current education reform aimed at meeting better education standards in Rabaul District. According to Rabaul District Administrator, Mr. Freddy Lemeki, the project will address overcrowding currently experienced at Boisen Secondary School and Malaguna Technical Secondary School in Rabaul and provide improved facilities for better learning outcomes. A funding of K700, 000 has…
The 2025 Westpac Outstanding Women (WOW) Awards is a prestigious initiative in Papua New Guinea that celebrates the remarkable achievements of women driving progress and transformation throughout the country. The event which took place on the 26th of July 2025 at the Stanley Hotel in Port Moresby, honors the vision, dedication and achievements of women who are making extraordinary contributions to the country. With that, the awards have been relaunched this year after five years coinciding with the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary set to take place on the 16th of September. Managing Director of Westpac Pacific, Emma Low, stated that…