After two decades of dedicated service to the Mineral Resources Development Company (MRDC), long-time employee Arua Kwariwai bid farewell to MRDC staff and management. MRDC Managing Director Mr. Augustine Mano paid tribute to Arua, thanking him for his long and dedicated service to the company. “Arua has been part of the journey, the evolution and growth of MRDC. As part of the finance/accounts team, he has seen the change, from paper to the digital age. “We have been privileged to have him as a member of our team. Now that he has called time on a wonderful career, we wish…
Author: Maxine KAMUS
NCSL Savings and Loan empowers its members with an information session with the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA). “In our ongoing mission to financially empower members and the broader community with NCSL Savings & Loan financial products and services, we recently held an information session with the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA). The aim of the session was to instill a savings mindset and culture in the workforce,” NCSL stated. The session was met with enthusiasm, as TPA employees expressed a strong interest in the information presented. Mr. Vapol Pose, PNG TPA Senior Human Resources Officer, said that the information…
NCSL Savings & Loan contributed positively towards its community at the recent Water PNG Open House Day, held at the Filipino Association Hall in Gordons. The event brought together a diverse array of financial institutions and home and building companies, creating a dynamic atmosphere of learning and networking. NCSL representatives were readily available and interacted with Water PNG employees, introducing them to the Society’s extensive range of products and services. New members received detailed information about lending options, including strategies to use savings for securing higher ratio loans to purchase homes and other essential utilities. “The half-a-day event was marked…
In a dynamic roadshow organized by DT Global recently, NCSL Savings & Loan connected positively with over 300 employees and members. NCSL stated that the event was a vibrant hub of member interaction and engagement, where NCSL representatives assisted attendees with new membership registrations, member detail updates, free membership ID cards, and general account inquiries. “With the recent introduction of MyNCSL, employees and members were eager to learn the practical applications of these services. The MyNCSL online features enable accessibility to financial services, communication with call centre team and application tracking. These notable features were intriguing as the service truly…
The National Information and Communications Technology Authority (NICTA) is pleased to announce the successful applicant each for its commemorative Book and Documentary Film projects, developed to mark Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary. NICTA stated that following a thorough evaluation process, the following proposals have been selected: Book Writing, Editing & Publishing Services: Tolhurst Creative Documentary Film Production Services: Screencraft Media Pty Ltd “These landmark projects will chronicle PNG’s telecommunications journey and highlight milestones from colonial-era postal and telegraph systems to modern-day digital infrastructure. Scheduled for completion by 31 August 2025, the book and documentary film will premiere as part…
A week-long Debt Operations and Collections training facilitated for Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) staff by ATO Consultant and Trainer Ms. Sara McKenna, with the support of the Debt Collection and Operations Division (DCOD) Management, successfully concluded yesterday Revenue Haus in Port Moresby. The training was held from Monday, May 19 to Friday, May 23, the training brought together officers from across the Regional Operations – including officers from the Highlands Region, Southern Region, Kokopo, NCD Central Tax Centre (NCTC), and HQ DCOD. IRC stated that the program aimed to enhance technical knowledge and soft skills essential to the effective recovery…
Prime Minister James Marape has welcomed the new Resident Judge for Hela Province, Justice Andrew Kostopoulos in Tari, as he stressed to the people the importance of respecting the Rule of Law. PM Marape, while addressing the people, said bringing judges and court officers into provinces was not an easy task, and thanked the Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika and his Deputy CJ Ambeng Kandakasi for showing respect and having faith in improving Law and Order and justice services in Hela Province. Justice Kostopoulos has taken up his role in Tari on Thursday, 22nd May 2025, where he is judge…
This May, over 2,000 high-quality hybrid cocoa seedlings, propagated at Omati Cocoa Project in Kikori, Gulf Province, were successfully transported to communities in Gobe in Southern Highlands Province (SHP). This expansion is part of Mineral Resources Development Company (MRDC) program to establish sustainable agricultural economies beyond the lifespan of regional along its oil and gas footprints. MRDC stated that The Omati Cocoa Project, a collaborative venture between MRDC and its subsidiary Gas Resources Pipeline Limited (GRPL), serves as the nucleus of this agricultural program. “Initiated with a K1 million investment in 2022 by MRDC through the PNGLNG Pipeline Limited board,…
The National Airline Air Niugini proudly supported the Lily Magazine Homemade Competition, highlighting the innovative spirit and creativity across PNG. Air Niugini stated that Last week, they celebrated the three winners out of 15 finalists: 1. Nicholar Boas for her health-boosting blue herbal salt 2. Geno Geno for her eco-friendly betelnut husk mulch 3. Carole Cholai for her comfortable, one-sided bra designed for breast cancer survivors “These inspiring products showcase the use of local materials to meet community needs. Other standout creations included coconut ice cream and all-natural chocolate brown hair dye. To ensure nationwide participation, Air Niugini helped seven…
The relocation of Kikori Primary School in Gulf Province is progressing well with a focus on delivering modern educational facilities for Kikori district. Mineral Resources Development Company (MRDC) stated that it will be Funded through the Gas Resources Pipeline through Community Investment program, and the project involves moving the school to a new 4.45-hectare site near the Kikori airstrip. “This initiative is part of the airstrip upgrade program.” “The new Kikori Primary School will see the construction of a comprehensive new school complex designed to significantly enhance the learning environment,” MRDC said. MRDC project engineer Heinrich Atiyafa highlighted the key…