The Mauberema Ecotourism, Nature Conservation, Education, Research & Training Center (MENCERTC), recently facilitated the donation of books from an Australian based NGO for the Dinima Primary School and Mauberema Early Childhood Learning Center in Sinesine Yongomugl District in the Simbu Province. The Founder and Director of MENCERTC Mr. Moses Kirikumul Kerry, who believes that providing quality basic literacy is fundamental to early childhood upbringing and development, is grateful with this timely donation from BOOKS4PNGKIDS. “I want to thank to BOOKS4PNGKIDS for donating a total of 29 cartons of learning materials to our Dinima Primary School and the Mauberema Early Childhood…
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The New Ireland Government after numerous postponements by the National Government on various proposed dates has made the decision to pull out of organizing and attending of the Grand Opening of the Kavieng Airport. New Ireland Governor Sir Julius Chan made the decision after learning that Prime Minister James Marape had decided not to attend this Thursday’s 27th of October scheduled Grand Opening. Instead opting to attend on the 3rd of November, a date not endorsed by NAC or NIPG. “This was a bit of a shock, as we had spoken last week – on Wednesday the 19th when you…
Nambawan Super Limited (NSL) Chairman, Mr. Reg Monagi, on Tuesday (25/10/22) announced the appointment of Nambawan Super’s newest Independent Trustee Director Mr. Philip Samar. Mr. Monagi said, “on behalf of the NSL Board, management and staff I welcome Mr Samar as an Independent Trustee Director”. “His 20 years of experience serving on several boards and working across the private and public sectors, predominantly in the field of mining, where he has been involved in finding solutions across issues with key resource stakeholders including government, customary landowners and mining companies, makes him a valuable member of the Board”. “NSL will also…
Prime Minister, James Marape has assured the National Capital District Commission (NCDC) of his Government’s full support on addressing socio-economic issues facing the capital city. The issues include land grabbing and evictions, proliferation of informal settlements, access to and unlocking land resources, legislation and governance, unreliable PNG Power Supply, Water Supply and Sewage problem, Safety and Security, provision of conducive environment for additional investments, GST Revenue sharing and affordable housing for low-middle income earners. With senior officials from his Office and the Department of Prime Minister and NEC, PM Marape visited the City Hall last night to establish dialogues around…
A brave Cook Islands outfit handed Papua New Guinea an early scare before the Kumuls powered away in the second half to win 32-16 at Halliwell Jones Stadium in Warrington. After only two points separated the proud rugby league nations at half-time, but the second stanza was all the Kumuls, running in four tries in 27 minutes to put themselves back on track for a quarter-final campaign. After Papua New Guinea conceded an early penalty for stripping the ball, instead of maintaining the pressure, the Cook Islands opted for an early penalty and winger Steven Marsters converted off the post…
“Firmer commodity prices have offset lost foreign exchange market inflows from the closure of the Porgera Gold Mine after Barrick inflow decreased by 75%,” According to the BSP Quarter 3 Economic Insight report. BSP’s Group General Manager for Treasury, Mr. Rohan George said “FX market turnover in the September Quarter fell 6.4% from the June Quarter 2022” said Mr. George, “however, year-to-date increased by 15% compared to the prior year, supported by strong commodity prices, in particular Oil, Copper, Palm Oil, and Coffee.” “The Kina mid-rate was stable against the U.S. dollar at 0.2840.” notes Mr. George, “Recessionary fears “After…
Seini Fisi’ihoi was promoted to the role of General Manager Human Resource for Steamships early this month. She joins a growing number of Papua New Guinean executives and senior managers to help Steamships navigate an exciting future. Seini joined Steamships in 2017 as Learning and Development Manager. Having helped localize the Swire Team Leader Development Program, she was promoted to Head of HR in 2021. Steamships is a strong supporter of PNG talent, and a strong proponent of workplace equality. Rupert Bray, Managing Director of Steamships, said that “Seini has proven herself despite the challenges faced by women in leadership…
Police Commissioner David Manning said the 2022 joint security forces election debrief outcome will be presented to the Government through the Internal Security Minister for deliberations. Commissioner Manning made this undertaking during the joint security forces election debrief conference closing ceremony on Wednesday October 19, in Lae, Morobe Province. Mr. Manning said, “From a security perspective we were able to deliver a successful security operation. Many of our views and concerns were cross-cutting issues involving all agencies. Our mandate was simple and also our intent was very clear as we remained committed from pre-election operation till the formation of Government. “The…
Police Commissioner David Manning has announced that a major Police reshuffle will be made soon based on individual performances of police officers. Commissioner Manning made this announcement during the 2022 National General Election Debrief Conference held in Lae, Morobe Province last week. The conference was attended by Deputy Commissioner Operation Anton Billie, Deputy Commissioner Administration Joanne Clarkson, acting Deputy Commissioner Specialist Operations Donald Yamasombi, Deputy Commissioner and Chief of Bougainville Police Service Francis Tokura, all Assistant Commissioners, Divisional and Provincial Police Commanders and Directors of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary. Mr Manning said, “This election was also an alternative…
A committed Wales outfit pushed Tonga to the limit before the hot favourites prevailed 32-6 at Totally Wicked Stadium in St Helens. The win leaves Tonga on track for a blockbuster quarter-final showdown against Samoa but they will need to improve their discipline and get some combinations right if they are to challenge for the title. An early mistake by halfback Josh Ralph at dummy half put Wales under huge pressure but they held firm for a number of sets after Tui Lolohea and Talatau Amone had forced line dropouts with well placed grubbers. Tongan winger Sione Katoa returned the…