In a moment of NRL history and personal triumph, Jed Stuart, son of Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart, scored a try on his debut as the Raiders secured a hard-fought 16-12 victory over the Wests Tigers in Friday night’s game. The emotional win capped a significant week for the Stuart family, adding their names to an exclusive list of father-son duos to feature on the same team. The Raiders burst out of the gates, establishing a commanding 16-0 lead by halftime. However, they faced a stern challenge in the second half as the Tigers launched a spirited comeback, forcing Canberra…
Author: Katrina ANGELI
In the village of Kugark in South-Waghi district of Jiwaka province, a beacon of hope shines for those battling drug addiction, orphaned children, and widows. Bridging Gap Association, a unique rehabilitation centre and community initiative which officially opened in November last year, has been built from the unwavering faith and tireless efforts of a local couple, Peter and Freda Kaman, to help those battling drug addictions. The establishment of this rehab centre also comes from the support and dedication of a New Zealander, (who himself was a former drug addict), and his family. Sam Liddle, who was born and raised…
Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has expressed heartfelt gratitude to outgoing St John Ambulance Chief Executive Officer Mr. Matt Canon, who is stepping down after more than ten years of exceptional service to the people of Papua New Guinea. Mr. Canon, who is a trained paramedic, has played a pivotal role in transforming emergency medical services in the country since assuming leadership of St John Ambulance in 2013. His departure marks the end of an era characterized by dedication, innovation, and the expansion of life-saving services across rural and urban communities. “On behalf of the Government and people of Papua…
Electing good and capable leaders in the upcoming Local Level Government (LLG) Elections, is crucial for strengthening ward governance and achieving tangible results in key results areas. Kombiu LLG Manager, Mr. Nerius Gogor, highlighted this during an election awareness and candidates’ forum at Rabuana Original this week. His statement comes as voters prepare to head to the polls to elect new leaders for their wards and LLGs. He encouraged voters in the Kombiu LLG to vote for good leaders who will be able to work closely with his LLG Administration to effectively address the 9 Strategic Result Areas including, Health,…
A local citizen from Eratubu village on the west coast of Namatanai, stated that there is a need for careful consideration and consultation regarding deep sea mining in New Ireland Province. Mr. Tony Namur said the provincial government must prioritize the interests of its people and the environment and ensure that any development project benefits the province and its citizens. According to Mr. Namur, the province already has two world-class mines, therefore, has questioned as to why they need to venture into deep sea mining. He questioned the necessity of deep-sea mining, emphasizing that the province should focus on maximizing…
The spirit of generosity and national pride soared in Lae as organizations rallied to raise funds for team PNG at the 2025 Trukai Fun Run Auctions. Held at the Lae International Hotel recently, this annual fundraising witnessed a thrilling bidding battle, securing a monumental K150, 000 for Team PNG. The auction gained momentum with the presence of PNG’s very own Headhunter, Stanley Nandex, the renowned local and international kickboxing champion. This incredible outpouring of support will directly fuel Team PNG’s journey to the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau, set to ignite from June 29 to July 9. The funds…
The Divine Word University Student Representative Council (DWU SRC) strongly urges the Minister for Higher Education and the Minister for Finance to immediately fast-track the release of the TESAS and HELP funds for the 2025 first semester, which has now ended. The DWU SRC advised of this in a media release today that it has been informed that the University Administration has reached the limit of its ability to cover for the government component of fees expected for the 2025 first semester and is considering requiring students who are currently under the TESAS scholarship and HELP loan scheme to cover…
The Rabaul District Administration in East New Britain province, successfully completed a three-day refresher training that took place on the 10th to the 12th of June 2025 at the Rabaul Hotel for contractors and interested partners with the aim of upholding government compliance and procedures when dealing with projects. The training is being facilitated by the Rabaul District Project Implementation Unit and supported by the Provincial Technical Services and other relevant stakeholders including the Internal Revenue Commission. Attending the training were local contractors from Rabaul district as well as interested partners and other contractors from Kokopo and Gazelle District. When…
The Crown Hotel in Port Moresby city came to life last night as Papua New Guinea’s sporting elite gathered for the prestigious SP Sports Awards 2025. The 33rd edition of the awards was a momentous occasion, celebrating the outstanding achievements of Papua New Guinea (PNG) athletes in the past year (2024). Under the theme “Legends of Sports: 50 Years of Excellence and Inspiration,” the evening was a powerful tribute to the countless athletes, administrators, and coaches who have shaped the nation’s sporting landscape. A list of winners across thirteen categories received their awards. These categories as well as the winners…
Minister for Education, Lucas Dawa Dekena, has strongly condemned the criminal actions at Nawaeb Secondary School in Morobe and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to making all schools safe and secure for students. “We will not allow criminals to bring fear into our schools. Every student has the right to feel safe and protected while they learn.” “The Department is already working with the Morobe Provincial Education Division, police, and local leaders to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice and that measures are in place to prevent a repeat of this horrific incident.” He also said that the incident at…