Following the eviction of those residing at Portion 26, Lot 81; the National Housing Corporation (NHC) has lodged a request for a Stay Order to put a temporary stop to all eviction activities as they head to court to litigate the matter. A representative from the NHC’s (Identity Withheld) who is front lining the case stated that they have already lodged their request and will be looking to contest the legitimacy of the State Lease and ownership by Decision 2000 Limited. According to the NHC, this has been an ongoing case since 1997 and has been subject of quite a…
Author: Nigel-Francis MADO
Cricket PNG has announced the official 18 man squad that will be taking on both Japan and Vanuatu for the only spot in the East Asia-Pacific in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The team to be headed by Coach Nathan Reardon, features both a wealth of experience and young talent that have come up the ranks. The 18 man squad includes; Charles Amini, Sese Bau, Kipling Doriga, Jack Gardner, Riley Hekure, Hiri Hiri, Sema Keama, John Kariko, Alei Nao, Lega Siaka as Vice-Captain, Tony Ura, Assadollah Vala [Captain], Norman Vanua and Hila Vare, with reserves Chad Soper, Jason Kila…
It seems poverty looks to be increasing in Major Urban areas of the country, however it is difficult for many to admit that it exists. This can be attributed to the breakdown of the traditional support system in local PNG society. The National Research Institute (NRI) Spotlight Volume 16, Issue 11 titled “Papua New Guinea is facing the development challenges of poverty in urban centers” by Senior Research Fellow, Dr. Philip Kavan, focuses on urban poverty and suggests strategies to mitigate poverty. The paper looks into the four (4) areas of importance: 1. Characteristics of urban poverty, 2. What causes…
Prime Minister James Marape expressed his support for the newly formed Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) today, heralding it as a significant milestone in the fight against corruption. The commission gained momentum with the recent arrival of three highly qualified and experienced ICAC Commissioners. Recognising the devastating impact of rampant corruption on the nation’s progress, Prime Minister Marape has been an unwavering advocate for the establishment of ICAC since assuming office in May 2019. The culmination of these efforts led to the passage of the ICAC Bill in November 2020. The three distinguished Commissioners are as follows: Mr. Andrew Forbes,…
Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey has spoken out on the recent concerns raised by many around the country surrounding the Ministry plans to table a plan to devalue the Kina. Minister said until they gather more information, they do not plan to include any specific figures into the August Policy Roundup. He stated that there has been much speculation on the value of the Kina, questioning current views internationally and domestic and how to measure it. He added that these are all important questions. “We know that the International Monetary Fund considers the Kina is overvalued.” “But we also know that this…
Two Police officers attached to the Badili Police Station are now being investigated and will receive charges from Boroko following news of their involvement in the escape of those involved in the Mad Monday incident that occurred last week. NCD Metropolitan Superintendent, Silva Sika advised that formal charges will be laid on the officers soon after it was discovered that they had aided and abetted many of the 56 suspects that were arrested last week to escape from the Badili Police Station. “I got the reports already.” “It was a deliberate act of aiding and they may have been bribed…
As the International Cricket Council Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy takes its world tour, Papua New Guinea is one of the stops it will make before moving on into the Pacific. The honor of hosting it, will be bestowed upon Gomore Village in the Rigo District of Central Province. Ward Councilor for Gomore Village and President of the Sinaugoro Cricket Association Buri Magari said he is excited and thankful that his village will be welcoming the cup when it lands on the 20th. He said when he was first advised of the it would be making its way up to…
Five members of the Papua New Guinea Defense Force had the opportunity to visit the Wisconsin National Guard as part of the Defense Department’s State Partnership Program, administered by the U.S National Guard Bureau last month. Coordinator of the Wisconsin National Guards State Partnership Program, Major Jessica Kelly stated that the intent of the visit was to build upon the medical introductory exchange that took place last year and that the visit was amazing. It was in March last year that members of the WNG set foot here in the country to observe how our Defense force medical services operated.…
Police in the Capital turned up in full force to stop a potential confrontation and rescue a man kidnapped this morning at Wildlife, Erima. Police Station Commander for the Gordons Precinct, Inspector Gabriel Kini advised told PNG HAUSBUNG that there was a fight that had erupted this morning after a group of men, under the influence of alcohol robbed a woman from the surrounding area. This led to a retaliation by the Woman and her relatives. According to reports from the PSC, this may have been a spill over from a kidnapping incident that had occurred yesterday. “The fight actually…
The Mariners have emerged victorious after running down a 125 run margin set by the Cassowaries in the Isuzu Smash T20 Grand Final. It was the Mariners who won the toss and elected to field in the first innings, confident they would get the job done. Lega Siaka and Samson Tarapia, both openers for the Cassowaries, started out impressively with Siaka dominating the bowlers early. This, however, came to a halt when Tarapia was dismissed for 6 runs after a John Kariko special saw the bails flying for the first wicket of the match. Things would head south from then…