Mama Bank opened a new office on Misima Island in Samarai-Murua District, Milne Bay Province, last Friday. This marks a significant milestone for the Samarai-Murua District Development Authority and local member Isi Henry Leonard, as it reintroduces banking services to the island for the first time since the closure of Misima Mine in 2004. When giving his remarks, Mr. Leonard said banking services was a vital need in the carrying out of business in the district and it was necessary for people and SMEs among other economic activity. The banking system had been lacking since the mine closure and partnering…
Author: Paula DAVID
Air Niugini is happy to announce that it has resumed its flights to Brisbane, Australia, today, Sunday, 9th March, following assessments of Ex-Tropical Storm Alfred and the reopening of Brisbane Airport. Flight PX003 departed Port Moresby at the regular time of 10:30 AM, arriving in Brisbane at 1:40 PM. The return flight, PX004, will depart Brisbane at 2:40 PM, arriving in Port Moresby at 5:50 PM. With the severe weather conditions in Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales now easing, flights are set to resume. Air Niugini, along with other airlines, had suspended services to Brisbane on Thursday due…
As part of its ongoing efforts to foster the growth of young athletes, the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League (PNGRFL) is hosting its first Kumuls Blo Tumoro camp this week in Port Moresby. The camp includes twenty-four (24) players predominantly drawn from the 2024 Junior Kumuls and the National School Boys team. Under the guidance and leadership of Joe Grima who was Head Coach of the 2023 -2024 Junior Kumuls and current Coaching and Pathways Manager for the PNG NRL Bid, the three-day camp will include educational sessions from former players, subject matter experts as well as on-field training,…
Following the passing of the late Governor of New Ireland Province, the Late Sir Julius Chan, conversations have been ongoing both in the community and on social media regarding who will be the next Governor. Upon Sir J’s passing the deputy governor, Sammy Missen, automatically took over as care-taker governor, as was the usual practice when Sir J went on duty travel out of the province when he was still alive. Pending a by-election date, yet to be set by the Electoral Commission, the Provincial Assembly will sit on the 26th of March and go ahead with the Election of…
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Papua New Guinea (CCEP PNG) is excited to announce the successful induction of eight new graduates into its Graduate Program. The induction took place at the Head Office in Lae city last month, and the graduates have now begun their on-the-job training in Sales and Marketing. Over the next 18 months, the graduates will rotate through various roles in Sales, Marketing, Corporate, and Supply Chain functions to gain valuable experience across multiple areas of the business. Tim Solly, Sales and Commercials Director at CCEP PNG, congratulated the new graduates, stating, “At CCEP, developing talent is central to…
The Papua New Guinea Football Association (PNGFA) is pleased to announce that it is now inviting franchises, government statutory bodies, and business organizations interested in participating in the 2025 football season to submit their Expressions of Interest (EOI). PNGFA Competition Manager, Paul Isorua, confirmed that applications are open for several key competitions scheduled for the upcoming year. These include the Premier Soccer League 2025, Women’s Conference Soccer League 2025, and the National Youth Soccer League 2025 for both U19 Men, U19 Women, and U17 Men divisions. Clubs and franchises who wish to participate can collect EOI forms at the PNGFA…
PNGFA Acting Technical Director, Felipe Arango Alonso, wasted no time in engaging with schools in Lae to reignite school football and its league. During his recent visit to Lae, Felipe, alongside his team members Harrison Kamake (Head of Education) and Talent Development Officer David Muta, met with teachers at the PNGFA Education Centre, located at 11-Mile outside Lae City. The meeting saw attendance from school representatives, including Martin Thomas and Lopath Bokifa (Bowali Primary School), Lipu Pamba and Kepus John (Omili Primary School), Rudolf Fred (Tent City Primary School), Jothan Aarom (Lae Secondary School), Kinock E. Gindo (Ganton Primary School),…
Prime Minister James Marape has reaffirmed Papua New Guinea’s dedication to safeguarding its marine resources by ramping up efforts to combat illegal fishing. He said through the Defence Cooperation Agreement (DCA) with the United States, PNG will enhance surveillance and enforcement in its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), ensuring that illegal fishing activities are swiftly detected and dealt with. Prime Minister Marape emphasized the critical economic value of PNG’s fisheries sector, particularly tuna, which accounts for over 55% of the world’s tuna supply. He highlighted that small Pacific Island nations, despite being custodians of vast ocean resources, must not remain economically…
The President of the Public Servants Netball Competition, Mary Nauga, has praised the success of the 2024-2025 season, noting that several departments participated in raising awareness about the various services they provide. She said, the grand final showdown on Saturday saw a total of eight divisions with the premier division (top division), where the Bank of Papua New Guinea (BPNG) triumphed over the Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) in a thrilling match. The final score was 30-28, with BPNG clinching victory by a narrow two-point margin in the final quarter. Founded in 1989, the association will celebrate its 35th anniversary on…
In a powerful speech at the Indo-Pacific Forum’s Discussion on Geopolitics and Rugby League, Papua New Guinea’s government extended its gratitude and support to key figures shaping the future of rugby league in the region. On behalf of the Government and people of Papua New Guinea, Minister for Foreign Affairs Justin Tkatchenko expressed profound appreciation to high-profile guests, including Mr. Joe Hockey, Global President of Bondi Partners; Emma Doyle, former Principal Deputy Chief of Staff to President Donald Trump; Richard V. Spencer, former U.S. Navy Secretary; ARLC Chairman Peter V’Landys; and Ambassador Kevin Rudd. “Papua New Guinea is deeply appreciative…