The Bank of Papua New Guinea (BPNG) unveiled today the official designs for new commemorative currency, a 50 Kina banknote and a 50 Toea coin. The new note and coin, which have been designed to mark the nation’s upcoming 50th Independence Anniversary. The K50 note and 50t coin will be released into circulation later this year to coincide with Independence Day. The design launch event, held at the APEC Haus in Port Moresby, highlighted the cultural and historical significance of the Kina and Toea. Bank of PNG Governor Elizabeth Genia emphasized the importance of Papua New Guinea’s own currency in…
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Two more workers from Yangoru-Saussia District in the East Sepik Province will be travelling to Australia on Tuesday for the Labour Mobility Program. Cletus Markus and Makis Urasimbie have been selected to work in Australia as carpenters under 4-year contracts. They will join Bradley Kako who went ahead of them in January to work in a banana plantation, bringing the total number of workers from Yangoru-Saussia to three. Only three were selected from the 70 candidates from the district who applied. The Minister for International Trade and Investment & Yangoru-Saussia MP Richard Maru, said Employers in Australia decide who they…
The Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) has commended Tininga Group and Steamships Trading Company for setting a high benchmark in corporate responsibility and tax compliance, as the two companies launched the K200 million Dobel Central Project in Mt Hagen. Delivering a statement at the launch, the IRC Commissioner General Sam Koim described the milestone as more than just a commercial venture—it is a clear example of how good governance, policy certainty, and tax discipline attract genuine private investment. “Tininga and Steamships stand apart; they are growing their businesses while remaining fully compliant taxpayers. That is the kind of corporate integrity we…
The Board of Ok Tedi Mining Limited (OTML) has endorsed the appointment of Mr. Mark Stone as the Board Chairman, effective immediately. Kumul Minerals Holdings Limited (KMHL) Board Chairman and OTML Board Director, Dr. Ila Temu, made the announcement today. Dr. Temu said Mark J. Stone has over 30 years of experience working in the international mining industry. “While his roles have focused on leading all people aspects of operating a business, his positions as an active member of various executive leadership teams have equipped him with a solid knowledge of the levers for success in a global mining company.…
The National Information and Communication Technology Authority (NICTA) celebrates the International Girls in ICT Day with the theme “Girls in ICT for inclusive digital transformation”. The day is observed annually on the fourth Thursday of April; this day focuses on empowering girls and young women in the digital world. NICTA Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kila Gulo-Vui said that this day aims to inspire girls to embrace ICT for their educational and socio -economic advancement and pursue careers in ICT Information and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Mr. Gulo-Vui said this year’s theme “Girls in ICT for inclusive digital transformation”…
The name ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and in 1915, these soldiers landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey, hoping to capture the Dardanelles Strait and open a way to the Ottoman capital, Constantinople. In Papua New Guinea, the ANZAC Day is no longer a public holiday, but special memorial services are still held every year on April 25th to commemorate the contribution of the ANZACs to our nation’s history. The ANZAC Day Dawn Service held every year on April 25th at the Bomana War Cemetery is Papua New Guinea’s biggest dedication service to honor the ANZACs…
Nine (9) Administrative Assistants from the Public Services Commission (PSC) were awarded Certificates of Appreciation for their participation in the International Administrative Professional Summit hosted by the Papua New Guinea All Admin Professionals (PNGAAP). The event took place on Thursday, 17th April, 2025, at the Dynasty Seafood Restaurant, Vision City, in Port Moresby. Public Services Commission (PSC) stated that this summit brought together administrative professionals from across government departments, state agencies, and the private sector, fostering valuable networks and promoting collaboration within the profession. The theme of the summit was ‘Gender Bender’, with key discussions revolved around: Embracing diversity, inclusion,…
Today, Cricket PNG announced the final schedule and teams for this year’s edition of the ISUZU WOMEN’S T20 SMASH starting on Friday 25th April at Amini Park in Boroko, Port Moresby city. Cricket PNG CEO, Richard Done, said, with the wet weather over the past few weeks, they have had to delay the start of this year’s T20 Smash. “The men’s event will now be played after the women’s event from the 9th to the 17th of May, however, we hope that the last few days of better weather will allow the women’s event to get underway this Friday, ANZAC…
Papua New Guinea (PNG) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive, resilient, and sustainable development. PNG is a participant at the 81st session of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP), held from April 21 to 25, 2025, at the United Nations Conference Centre in Bangkok, Thailand. On Day 2 of the sessions, Koney Samuel, Secretary for the Department of National Planning and Monitoring (DNPM) delivered PNG’s Country Statement on Agenda item 3: “Regional Cooperation for Resilient and Sustainable Urban Development in Asia and the Pacific”. Mr. Samuel highlighted the rapid demographic and urban transitions in PNG,…
Prime Minister (PM) James Marape has appealed to all citizens to uphold peace, fairness, and integrity in the upcoming Local-level Government (LLG) elections, Bougainville elections, and National Parliamentary byelections, urging voters and candidates alike to conduct themselves responsibly as the democratic process begins. “This is a time when our nation is under various pressures and tensions, but we must rise above and approach these elections with maturity. The LLG elections represent the level of government closest to our people. These are your communities, your wards, and your leaders. I appeal to everyone: nominate peacefully, campaign peacefully, and assist lawfully in…