Police in the Simbu province will launch a campaign on today to “take back Kundiawa” from illegal drugs (marijuana) and home brews within the streets and corridors of main supermarkets in Kundiawa town. Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Superintendent Epenes Nili said the street sellers have been selling these dangerous drugs (marijuana) and home-brew in the pretext of selling betel nuts and store goods along footpaths of main supermarkets. Mr Nili said the sellers know who their customers are. He said they have been doing this and the police are taking this initiative to stop this illegal activity. “The impression of…
Author: PNG Haus Bung
As of the close of Police recruitment last Friday, 20,000 online applications were received for both Constable recruit and Officer Cadet training, says Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Administration Joanne Clarkson. She said the hard copy applications from those that applied in the provinces have not been received hence the number of applications is expected to increase once all applications arrive in Port Moresby. The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) advertised a total of 576 positions in November and December of 2022 respectively of which 16 were civilian positions for the Administration Wing, 60 Officer Cadet positions and 500…
The New Ireland Government passed its 2023 budget on Wednesday the 25th of January under the theme “Challenges in Changing Times.” The budget was handed down by Deputy Governor and Chairman of Natural Resources Hon. Sammy Missen. He said, “Budget estimates for 2023 is at K211,367,700 compared to K178,545,622 in 2022. Which is an increase of K32,822,078 (18%).” Missen said revenue estimates is at K211,367,700 while expenditure estimates is also at K211,367,700 where Revenue is equal to expenditure and that is an equilibrium budget with no budget surplus or deficit. “In the 2023 National Government budget the New Ireland Provincial…
Dr. Philemon Yalamu, Lecturer for Arts and Design at the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG), believes obtaining a PhD is a rewarding journey requiring perseverance and commitment. He published four journals while studying and established a virtual creative space for Papua New Guineans, after receiving a PhD in Computer Science and Software Engineering through Australia Awards PNG. He further created a website and blog, to share tutorials and articles on various Communications Technology fields. Upon returning to PNG, Philemon and his peer network organised a group of artists from Australia and the UK to collaborate with the UPNG staff…
The Māori All Stars will head into the 2023 NRL Harvey Norman All Stars without an established NRL half in their squad and with seven players set to play in the showpiece event for the first time. Halfback and 2022 co-captain Kodi Nikorima is among the big names missing from the squad named today, with his omission, alongside that of Chanel Harris-Tavita who stepped away from the game at the end of last year, leaving new coach Ben Gardiner light on options in the No.6 and No.7 jerseys. It means Roosters superstar Joey Manu will likely shoulder much of the responsibility…
Digicel is pleased to announce the opening a new, state of the art, corporate gymnasium at the Digicel Head Office in Port Moresby. The delivery of this new fitness center furthers the company’s commitment to create and sustain a healthy work-life balance for its employees. Digicel Senior Vice President, Lorna McPherson said, “At Digicel, maintaining a good work-life balance for our employees is important, and over the years, we have provided health and fitness programs for our staff so they can lead a healthy lifestyle. However, achieving a work-life balance can be challenging, as often seen, individuals put more of…
The PNG NRLC announced that the appointment of Mr. Leith Isaac as General Manager and Mr. Paul Joseph as Competitions Manager. The term of the appointment is for a period of two years. The nation’s premier rugby league competition in 2023, is seeing the adoption of a new structure with the aim to create and improve the standard of the competition and its delivery. PNG NRLC Director, Lorna McPherson said in announcing the two new appointments, “We are fortunate to have such experienced and qualified personnel leading the competition as we go into the 2023 Season. As the team continues…
Prime Minister James Marape announced yesterday(Wednesday, January 25, 2023) that Papua New Guinea will host the World Indigenous Business Forum (WIBF) in October this year, 2023. The WIBF is a forum where indigenous people from all over the world like the New Zealand Maoris, American Indians and Australian Aborigines converge for face-to-face conversations, envisioning, shared learning, mutual opportunity, investment possibilities and a social and economic purpose. I t is a forum that specifically promotes indigenous businesses from all around the world. WIBF provides a platform for exchange of ideas, creation of partnerships and bringing investment to communities, entrepreneurs, and organisations.…
Nine members of the PNG Athletics distance squad have been on the Gold Coast since mid December preparing for the World Cross Country Championships which will be held in Bathurst NSW on February 18. Finding affordable accommodation during the Christmas holiday period was a challenge and Athletics PNG is grateful for the support of Oceania Athletic Association and the City of Gold Coast through its Gold Coast Attract Programme, without which this extended period of final preparations would not have been possible. The six male athletes (Siune Kagl , Israel Takap , Aquila Turalom , Abel Siune , Dilu Goiye…
At least 124 people died in freezing temperatures in Afghanistan in the past fortnight, Taliban officials say. About 70,000 livestock had also perished in what is the coldest winter in a decade, a State Ministry for Disaster Management spokesman said. Many aid agencies suspended operations in recent weeks after the Taliban banned Afghan women from working for non-governmental organizations. A Taliban minister said despite the deaths, the edict would not be changed. Acting Minister of Disaster Management Mullah Mohammad Abbas Akhund told the BBC that many areas of Afghanistan were now completely cut off by snow; military helicopters had been…