Attainment certificates were given to a total of 345 students from the Kiunga Technical Vocational Training Centre (KTVTC) in the Western Province’s North Fly District. The Kiunga TVET held its 46th Conventional and Second National Certificates graduation on Wednesday November 27th, 2024, which have equipped both men and women in various trade skills for change in the province. These trade courses are Tourism and Hospitality, Refrigeration Mechanic, Carpentry, Welding, Plumbing, Mechanical, Motor Vehicle Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Fitting, Auto Electro Mechanics, Commercial Cookery, Business Administration as well as Flexible Open Distance Education, providing a second chance of education to students. The…
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The member for Rai Coast and Minister for Labour & Employment Kessy Sawang recently announced the extension of the Decent Work Country Programme (DWCP) to 2025. Sawang said, the first DWCP was signed in 2008 and the relative consistency in the focus on successive programmes on the key priorities of Labour Law Reforms, Employment Creation, Skills Training Development, and Capacity Building of the institutions of Government’s social partners. “So there has been a consistent team in the Decent Country Work Programme that has come through. I am also pleased that the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the government social partners…
Minister for Labour & Employment Kessy Sawang recently announced that the 2024 Minimum Wages Board (MWB) has commenced its work to review the minimum wage in the country. She said, the last review was conducted in 2014 and the MBW are currently conducting hearings from NCD, Central & Gulf province lead by Beverly The Government has allocated a budget of K4.7 million for the MWB of which K2 million has been received. This is based on a 100-day work plan for the establishment, appointment, and the conduct of the 2024 Minimum Wage Board Hearings. Sawang stated, “We know PNG faces…
In response to Kiriwina Goodenough and Opposition Leader Douglas Tomuriesa’s question regarding the hold-up to open the rural airstrip on Kiriwina Island, Transport & Civil Aviation Minister Walter Schnaubelt asked Mr. Tomuriesa to write a formal letter and address what he has done so far so that he can see where the hold up is and address the issue immediately. Tomuriesa said that they were able to complete the airstrip through the District Service Improvement Program (DSIP) funds and help from the Provincial Government. “We have completed the terminal and fenced the whole airstrip.” “We got a contractor to roll…
Nineteen (19) new National St. John Ambulance (NStJA) officers graduated on Wednesday 27th November after completing a demanding 10-week Ambulance Officer Level One Course at the new National Ambulance Education College in Port Moresby city. This milestone reinforces NStJA’s mission to serve the nation by providing excellence in emergency care to Papua New Guineans in times of sickness, distress, crisis, or danger, without distinction of tribe, class, or creed. NStA Chef Medical Officer Dr. Mangu Kendino said the 19 new officers will immediately join the team, working alongside seasoned ambulance officers to gain on-road experience and on-the-job training while responding…
The Miss Bird of Paradise (MBoP) PNG 2024 pageant hosted its sponsors night over the weekend on Saturday 23rd in Port Moresby city, to thank and acknowledge all the sponsors for stepping up and supporting the ten (10) strong young women who are set to embark on the incredible Miss MBoP PNG journey. MBoP Deputy chair lady, Rubie Kerepa thanked all the sponsors for their unwavering support that has enabled ten beautiful women to come on board and inspire other young girls out there watching. “I want to thank all the sponsors for believing in the cause and thank you…
Central Governor Rufina Peter has reaffirmed that her government is committed to Integral Human Development through investments in the educational, physical, and spiritual development of her constituents. The latest one being the K1 million presented to Sir Moi Avei, the Chairman of the Metago Working Committee, for the advancement of Phase 2 of the Metago Theological Bible College. The presentation took place on Wednesday November 20th, 2024, at the college site along the LNG corridor in Central Province. The source of funding is the PNG LNG Provincial Development Levy. This funding is a critical step in fulfilling Governor Peter’s vision…
With only three (3) weeks of matches left in the Eastern Papua Cup (EPC) tournament, week two (2) of the competitions ran smoothly this weekend as the ladies played their best to secure spots on the ladder. In the women’s division pool-1, Bomatu FC beat Kula FC 1-0 in a close contest and FC Mix Tribe closed off another game with a win against Galea on Saturday 23rd November 2024. Bomatu FC came off to a good start and had more ball possessions but were fended off in many goal attempts after strong defence plays from Kula FC blocking their…
East Sepik Governor Allan Bird has responded to the Prime Minister’s concerns about his prudent management of K100 million in his provincial budget. ESPG Bird stated, “Unfortunately, I don’t read the PMs public statements anymore because they are mass produced and quite frankly, not worth reading. So, I missed this one until someone pointed out that I should respond. Apparently, I hit a raw nerve somewhere to attract the ire of the PM.” “Unlike PM JM, I believe in transparency and good governance. So when project funds come to the province we ensure they are spent in the right places.”…
Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) Chief Executive Officer Dr. Paki Molumi stressed that PMGH will assist the National Capital District Provincial Health Authority (NCDPHA) where necessary to ensure that the newly established Metoreia Health Centre is fully functioning to relieve PMGH. This after clinical coordinators from PMGH, in collaboration with staff from the NCDPHA, conducted a tour of the Metoreia Health Centre, a Level 3 hospital located in Hanuabada, recently. The tour was led by NCDPHA CEO Dr. Robin Oge and PMGH Director of Medical Services Dr. Kone Sobi, who inspected each room, focusing on equipment and facilities dedicated to…