Thanks to the continued support from the National Government, the Papua New Guinea (PNG) St John Ambulance (SJA) Service continues to provide exemplary care in the region, as evident by the recent study results. The findings of the Council of Ambulance Authorities survey illustrate an exceptional level of satisfaction among service users in PNG, solidifying the ambulance service’s commitment to exceptional care. The overall satisfaction ratings across PNG increased from 97% in 2022 to 98% in 2023. This boost underscores the unwavering dedication to providing topnotch care and service to the community. PNG had a higher patient satisfaction result than…
Author: Paula David
Following the overnight eruption of Mount Ulawun, West New Britain (WNB), Air Niugini has suspended all flights to Hoskins Airport due to volcanic ash fall on the runway and taxiways, and in the vicinity of the airport. A Stop Press notice was issued by Niusky Pacific earlier today, closing the airport to all operations until further notice. Air Niugini is monitoring the situation carefully, and will issue further updates as the situation develops and more information becomes available. Air Nuigini regrets the inconvenience caused, however the situation is beyond the airline’s control. Passengers holding tickets for flights to or from…
Plans are under to rollout a program that will make custom-made prosthetic limbs that provides more flexibility for amputees who have lost the use of their lower or upper limbs. The “Jaipur Foot Camp Program”, will be implemented by the National Department of Health’s National Orthotic Prosthetic Services (NOPS) and Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) Physiotherapy Department in partnership with a charity society in India called the Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS), which is expected to kick off by February next year. The Jaipur Foot Camp Program is one of the activities listed under the 12-Step Action Plan to…
The 2019 Pacific Games champion New Caledonia leads the 2023 Pacific Games medal tally at the end of the fourth day of competition in Honiara on Monday night. They took over from hosts the Solomon Islands late on Monday following their dominance in the pool, during the swimming competition. New Caledonia have claimed eight gold medals so far plus seven silver and eight bronze, for a total tally of 23 medals. The hosts are second on five gold, eight silver and four bronze. But the day belonged to two of the Pacific’s best lifters, who won three gold medals each…
A panel comprising some of the most accomplished players in international rugby league will select the men’s and women’s 2023 IRL Golden Boot winners after nominations were finalised following the recent Pacific Championships and historic England-Tonga series. Golden Cap recipients Darren Lockyer (Australia), Adrian Morley (England), Ruben Wiki (New Zealand), James Graham (England) and Adam Blair (New Zealand), who are among just nine players to have played 50 internationals for their country, will choose the men’s IRL Golden Boot winner. The women’s IRL Golden Boot winner will be decided by Australian Jillaroos great Karyn Murphy, former New Zealand dual code…
The Yangoru-Saussia District MP and Minister for International Trade and Investment, Richard Maru said, the district in the East Sepik Province will not implement the 1-6-6 school structure. Maru said, “Yangoru-Saussia District is not implementing this structure and will not invest in it because it is very costly.” The 1-6-6 school structure was introduced in 2018 and comprises of one year for elementary education, 6 years for primary education, and 6 years for secondary education. Maru said the Yangoru-Saussia District was not against this school structure but would not implement it because it was costly. “The question is: what do…
Digicel, PNG’s leading telecommunications and digital operator will be making its customers wishes come true this Christmas’ with grand cash prizes, weekly cash and prizes plus daily prize in its 2023 Christmas promotion. The promotion, officially launched today is dubbed ‘Digicel, Making Wishes Come True’. With this promotion, Digicel will be awarding massive grand cash prizes of K100, 000, K50, 000 and K30, 000 cash to three lucky winners nationwide. Weekly prizes will also be awarded to five lucky winners every week for six weeks. The weekly prizes include; K5, 000 cash, a 5000L water tank, a 3000 watts diesel…
Due to the change in the weather pattern, the country is currently experiencing a strong influenza outbreak which at this time, is yet to be confirmed by the National Department of Health (NDoH) as to the type of strand it is. NDoH Deputy Secretary-National Health Service Standard, Ken Wai said, the type of influenza that were experiencing right is stronger which is affecting many people to have the cough and flu that is also contributing to shortness of breath. He added that, this is not COVID and they are working around the clock to find out the strand or type…
In a bid to address the growing concerns over law-and-order issues plaguing the East New Britain province, the National Doctor’s Association ENB Branch has presented a timely petition to the provincial government. The move is on behalf of the ENB Provincial Health Authority doctors and Rabaul Provincial Hospital staff comes amidst the alarming rise in criminal activities, putting professionals, including doctors and nurses at risk. NDA Branch president and Senior Surgeon- Dr Kevin Lapu presented the petition to the Member for Rabaul Dr Allan Marat, Acting Provincial Administrator Levi Mano and ENB Police Commander Januarus Vosivai today (Nov 15) at…
The SP PNG Hunters have announced that existing assistant coach Paul Aiton has been elevated to the role of Head Coach for the 2024 QRL Hostplus Cup competition. The club has also named an official 40-man training squad in preparation for the upcoming season. The selection of Aiton in the Head Coach capacity is the latest evidence of the Hunters upward trajectory as a football club. Over the last few years, the Hunters have made considerable strides both on and off the field towards a highly professional and successful outfit, and Aiton’s acquisition fits this mould. Having most recently worked…