Member for Hiri-Koiari Keith Iduhu attended and proudly supported the second-ever graduation ceremony of students from the Mount Koiari Flexible Open Distance Education (FODE) Centre in Manari. He commended the resilience and determination of the students who overcame the extreme remoteness and challenging terrain of the Kokoda Track to complete their secondary education. Speaking at the event, Mr. Iduhu congratulated the graduating students and acknowledged the significance of FODE in providing life-changing education opportunities to remote communities. “This is a moment of great pride for all of us. These students have faced incredible challenges to complete their studies, and their…
Author: Maxine KAMUS
SP Brewery joined hands with the global community in celebrating International Women’s Day on Friday 7th March. SP Brewery stated that International Women’s Day (March 8th) is an opportunity to reflect on the status of women’s rights worldwide and the path towards gender balance, all while celebrating diverse women role models and their achievements. “This year’s theme, ‘AccelerateAction’, is embedded in our core value—Care for People. When people feel valued, included, and empowered, they perform at their best, driving innovation, growth, and lasting success. This is why we believe the combination of performance, inclusion, and diversity are key to our…
Prime Minister James Marape gave assurance that his government is keen on delivering the Local Level Government (LLG) Elections and By-Elections in the respective Provinces in 2025. After a meeting with Electoral Commissioner Simon Sinai, Minister for Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs Soroi Eoe, Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey, Department of Finance Secretary Samuel Penias and Secretary for National Planning Koney Samuel, PM Marape said the respective revised Elections schedules will be announced soon. “The Electoral Commission, Department of Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs and relevant authorities will be given the financial and other necessary support that they need to…
The Minister for Petroleum Jimmy Maladina presented the Oil and Gas Act Amendment Bill to Parliament today. Minister Maladina thanked the Assistant Speaker of Parliament for allowing him to present the Oil and Gas Act Amendment Bill 2025 to the House, stating that the Bill is consequential to the National Petroleum Authority Bill, aligning the legislations in meaning and function. “Mr. Speaker this consequential amendment Bill defines the National Petroleum Authority in the Oil and Gas Act 1998. Once enacted, the National Petroleum Authority will replace and supersede the Department of Petroleum and Energy as the administrator of the Oil…
In a New Ireland cultural ritual the New Ireland Provincial Government, LLG Presidents, few New Ireland Chiefs (Maimais) and the Chan family performed a cultural wash down of the footprints of the Late Sir Julius Chan at the National Parliament after the first Parliament sitting for 2025. The first Parliament sitting was dedicated to the Late Sir Julius Chan where tributes were given by members of Parliament. Before the Cultural Ritual, New Ireland Acting Governor Sammy Missen led the New Ireland provincial government delegation and the Chan family into the late Sir Julius Chan’s National Parliament Office. Mr. Missen stated…
Papua New Guinea artists Saii Kay, Mereani Masani, Jarahn, Kali-D, and J Liko have departed yesterday on Air Niugini’s flight to Honiara, Solomon Islands, to perform at the highly anticipated inaugural Aelan Riddim Music Festival this weekend. The airline stated that as a proud support partner of the festival, Air Niugini aims to highlight the vibrant music scene of Papua New Guinea and celebrate the rich Melanesian artistic culture. “The flight PX84 was under the command of Captain Claude Ario and First Officer Jonathan Mandie, accompanied by the dedicated crew members Giam Aisi and Luke Brooks. Air Niugini offers up…
Following the heavy rainfall yesterday in Port Moresby, Motu Koita Assembly, NCDC Engineering, and the Contractor conducted site visits to Pari, Kirakira, and Badihagwa villages to assess the damage to their feeder roads. Motu Koita Assembly (MKA) stated that the discussions between all parties this morning have resulted in an agreement for the Contractor to address critical areas in need of immediate fixes while they await the rollout of their new feeder road constructions. “Under the 2025 MKA/NCD Infrastructure Budget, we are set to begin major feeder road developments in Pari, Kirakira, Mahuru, Korobosea, Elevala, Hanuabada, and Elevala Mirigini. This…
Under the theme ‘Accelerate Action’ the Business and Professional Women’s Club of Port Moresby celebrated the 2025 International Women’s Day at the Stanley Hotel in Port Moresby on Friday, 7 February. Business and Professional Women’s Club of Port Moresby (BPW) President Jessinta Wagambie stated the IWD celebration marks BPW hosting its 16th International Women’s Day Breakfast since 2009, which signifies BPW’s efforts to commemorate International Women’s Day and draw attention to gain quantity in the country. Ms. Wagambai said that it is pleasing to see that more and more organizations are commemorating International Women’s Day by hosting various events. “Over…
The Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) firmly opposes the recent push by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to establish an “Oversight Board” to supervise the IRC’s administration and enforcement of tax laws. This proposal, reported on (10/03/2025), is deeply concerning and threatens the integrity and independence of the IRC. IRC Commissioner General Mr. Sam Koim stated that his objection to this proposal is not rooted in self-preservation or personal interest. “This is not about me or my position. The IRC is a statutory institution, larger than any individual who temporarily occupies the office. Accountability is a cornerstone of good governance, and…
The Japan Osaka Expo has a special ring to Tourism Arts and Culture as it does to international trade and investment. Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture Belden Namah said this during the official launching of the PNG Osaka Expo last week at the National Parliament by Prime Minister James Marape. Minister Namah stated that Papua New Guinea should see Japan as a major tourism partner because Japan has more interest in PNG’s War relics and historical sites in Rabaul, Bougainville, Milne Bay and many other sites in the country. “Japan is also one of the consumers for PNG LNG…