Prime Minister James Marape’s opening address at the 11th Parliament session on “Restructuring Governance and Real Development Outcomes” was well received by the market. BSP Group General Manager for Corporate Banking Peter Beswick said, “The message of the Prime Minister was well received. With its key focus on support for foreign direct investment and agricultural outputs that have high potential to be competitive across global markets.” “The specific commitment made by the Prime Minister that his Government “will see that Papua LNG, Porgera, Wafi Golpu, P’nyang LNG and Pasca A projects will all move across the line” improves investor sentiment,”…
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Meet Milne Bay’s Deputy Provincial Administrator, Corporate and District Services Ms Sharon Mua. Sharon is a trailblazer, as the first woman in her Province to take up a Provincial Administrator position. In this first-person interview, Sharon tells us more about herself and how public servants can enjoy their retirement by saving with Nambawan Super. “I come from Misima Island in the Milne Bay Province. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences) from the University of Papua New Guinea, I joined the Milne Bay Provincial Administration. Only a few of us locals returned to work in the Province after…
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations FAO), under the EU-STREIT PNG Programme is partnering with the National Fisheries Authority (NFA) to assist in the sustainable development of fisheries sector in the Sepik Region of Papua New Guinea. Under this collaboration, a four-day stakeholders’ workshop was organized in Wewak, East Sepik Province, on 11th – 14th October 2022, to validate the results of a fisheries value chain study commissioned by the EU-STREIT PNG Programme to NFA and conducted between year 2020 and 2022 in the Sepik. The purpose of the study was to understand the challenges faced by…
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga plans to leave a decision on his No.1 halfback until as late in the World Cup as possible, with Nathan Cleary to get his chance against Scotland this weekend. Cleary replaces Sea Eagles captain Daly Cherry-Evans in one of seven changes to the side which beat Fiji 42-8 last weekend, and will make his Test debut alongside Panthers team-mates Isaah Yeo and Liam Martin. Rabbitohs back Campbell Graham, Bulldogs playmaker Matt Burton and Roosters prop Lindsay Collins will also pull on a Kangaroos jersey for the first time in Coventry. Eels prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard is the…
Following its annual general meeting (AGM) on Tuesday 18/10/2022, the PNG Resource Governance Coalition (PNGRGC) has now elected Transparency International PNG (TIPNG) as the coalition’s new president. In addition to TIPNG as the President, the following positions on the PNGRGC Council were voted in the 2020 – 2021 AGM; Center for Environmental Law & Community Rights (Vice President), Consultative Implementation and Monitoring Council (Secretary), and Institute of National Affairs (Treasurer). All officer bearer agencies will serve in these roles for the next 12 months. “PNGRGC looks forward to being more innovative and is prepared to take bold steps in supporting…
More sweet days ahead for Papua New Guinea’s very own chocolate company, Queen Emma Chocolate following the signing of a new partnership to improve its cocoa quality, supply, and production. The signing of a new agreement between local food leader Paradise Foods Limited (PFL), parent company of Queen Emma Chocolate, and the Pacific Horticultural and Agricultural Market Access Plus (PHAMA Plus) Program reinforces their long standing partnership and builds a stronger and sustainable export market with high-quality value-added cocoa products produced from cocoa sourced from cocoa farming families across PNG. Through Australia’s and New Zealand’s support, PHAMA Plus will assist…
Fifteen Air Niugini staff have completed training last week on how to support victims of family and sexual violence (FSV) within the workplace. The two-day training conducted by Business Coalition for Women as part of the Bel Isi Program, focused on raising awareness of the issue and equipping volunteers with the knowledge on providing support and protecting those who may be faced with family and sexual violence. Some areas covered include counselling, legal, welfare, Interim Protection Order(IPO), hospital and accommodation among others. Air Niugini Chief Executive Officer, Bruce Alabaster said such a training is important as it ensures airline staff…
Redcliffe Dolphins player Liam Hampson has been found dead after being reported missing while holidaying in Spain. The 24-year-old Hostplus Cup player had reportedly been missing for 30 hours. National media are reporting that Barcelona Police confirmed this morning that they found a body believed to be Liam on the floor of a nightclub in Barcelona. The reports are also suggesting his death was an accident. Liam’s father Brett confirmed the news on Facebook this morning. “Waking up to the news no one wants to hear, we are devastated to find out that Liam had an accident and sadly has…
More than 12,000 people across 20 communities in Morobe Province now have better health standards and livelihood opportunities, with the official opening today of new solar systems and water, sanitation and hygiene (WaSH) facilities. Australian High Commissioner to PNG, His Excellency Jon Philp joined the community in Nasing, Finschhafen District, Morobe Province at the opening ceremony today (Wednesday 19 Oct). The new WaSH facilities in 20 communities across the districts of Finschhafen, Markham, Tewai-Siassi, Huon, Bulolo and Nawaeb include gravity-fed water supply for the communities, 80 laundry and shower areas, and 80 latrines, separated for males and females. In partnership…
Sports Minister Hon. Don Polye has commended the Papua New Guinea Guinea Kumuls for a sterling performance despite going down to Tonga 24- 18 in their World Cup match yesterday morning. He says the match has proven that the Kumuls are right up there with the best in the world and strengthens PNG’s bid for inclusion in the Australian NRL competition. “I was up early this morning to watch the game on TV with thousands of patriotic Papua New Guineans in every corner of our country, from Daru to Kavieng, and from Vanimo to Alotau,” Minister Polye said. “The Kumuls…