Theodist Thunders swayed past Kina Bank 9-8 to register a grand final spot in the Private Corporate Netball Competition last Sunday at the Rita Flynn Outdoor Courts. Goal attack and skipper Bella Stevens played an inspiring role in raking up 9 points under the ring to help her side triumph over Kina Bank. The match was a closely contested affair, with both sides going into halftime with Kina bank leading the scores at 5-4. However, the second half saw Theodist Thunders’ skipper and goal attack, Bella Stevens, take charge, scoring 5 goals to lead her team to victory. Stevens was…
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Air Niugini as part of its re-fleeting exercise is progressing its review of available options to ensure the airline secures a competitive and sustainable solution for its PNG domestic and regional network. The airline’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Bruce Alabaster said this when welcoming the team from Embraer who have flown in the latest E195 E2 regional jet into Port Moresby today for a demonstration flight. Mr Alabaster said “With Air Niugini returning to normal operations after COVID and mindful of the need to future proof our operations, we’re looking at options to replace the present Fokker fleet” “Air…
We are now in the recovery of the pandemic response, it is undeniable that the experience of COVID-19 to Papua New Guinea, has created a firm understanding of gaps within the national health system that can be better managed, to create resilient health systems in the future. These are several key elements that allow for the better management of health systems; however, one that is Command Control, based on the experience learned throughout COVID 19. To achieve Command Control, the Joint Agency task force at the National Control Centre was established on 24th March 2020, with the assistance of government…
Alang Vinnie Issac is the younger sister of the famous PNG singing sensation Honlly Issac from the Jokema Band. Alang Vinnie followed the path of her brother ringing bells with her melodic voice and winning the Digicel Stars contest back in 2012. She continues to be an entertaining singer today and maintains her love for singing on stage. Apart from her stage presence, she has a rising talent of flaunting the fashion parade boardwalks in PNG and overseas modeling. Alang Vinnie Isaac now takes up new career in a man dominated role in the sport of AFL PNG, back home…
The announcement was made yesterday when a cheque was presented by the Company’s Executive Director, Patrick Labongis, to the New Ireland Rugby League Union (NIRFU) Present, Charlie Melachon and his tournament affiliates on Lihir Island. Melachon in thanking Anitua Ltd for taking up the naming rights sponsorship, described the support as a milestone partnership between the landowner company and the NIRFU. “The partnership is significant as it reiterates Anitua Ltd as a truly 100% landowner company , supporting not only the people of Lihir but also New Ireland.” “This commitment will also go a long way to support our youth…
ExxonMobil PNG and LiteHaus International have partnered to connect young Papua New Guineans through digital learning in schools across PNG LNG Project areas. Following the successful rollout of the program in Hela Province, digital support will be provided to 18 schools in Central Province. In officially announcing the partnership at Papa Junior High School, Justin Cloutier, ExxonMobil PNG’s LNG Plant Asset Manager, said the partnership with LiteHaus International has enabled many schools to receive computers. “In three short years since we partnered with LiteHaus International, we’ve supported the digital learning needs for more than 13,000 students and teachers in Hela…
The National Gaming Control Board (NGCB) continues to go rural and reach the unreached, this time, providing funding to build a new community hall for the people in Naringel community of Los Negros LLG in Manus Province. Having limited access to rural development, the people of Naringel and surrounding communities in the Los Negros LLG, will finally have a newly established infrastructure that will serve as an avenue for bringing the community together and discuss important issues affecting their communities. Naringel community ward councilor Chapapeu Mespal, was speechless when the NGCB team visited his community and presented the cheque in…
In line with the global observation of Safer Internet Day on February 7th , CPL Foundation is pleased to announce the successful completion of our Cyber Sawe PNG Training for young people in Buka, Bougainville. As part of CPL Foundation’s key objective to enhance women and girls’ education and their empowerment in Papua New Guinea, the Cyber Sawe PNG initiative aims to expand PNG children’s knowledge (especially young girls) on computer technology and safety practices while on the internet with their mobile phones and computers. The two-day workshop, which ran from the 18th– 19th of February, saw over 30 young…
The continuous rainy weather over the past few days has affected our raw water source. Our Water Treatment Plant’s normal operations and distribution of water supply has been impacted and has affected our supply. Water PNG Limited would like to advise our valued customers in Morata, 8 Mile, 9 Mile, PAU, Bio Farming, Moitaka, Kennedy Estate, McGregor Barracks, NASFUND, Bomana, Malolo Estate, Laloki, Mendoza Estate, Graceville, ATS, Skyview, 2G, Kilakila, Sabama, Horse Camp, Pari Village, Badihagwa, Idubada, Kanudi, Parts of Town, POSCO DAEWOOD POWER and Tatana that there will be an immediate total shutdown of water supply today (Wednesday 22nd…
The Secretary of PNG Department of Information and Communications Technology, Mr. Steven Matainaho has expressed concern over the misinterpretation of the intent of the Draft National Media Development Policy (draft Policy) by various media outlets. Secretary Matainaho clarified that the current version of the draft Policy has no intention of giving powers to the government to control the media or infringing on the constitutional rights of freedom of expression. “The draft media policy aims to provide a legislative framework to strengthen the work of the PNG Media Council and enable structural and budget reforms to fund development programs for the…