The National Superannuation Fund (Nasfund) has welcomed the announcement by Government of the impending reopening of the Porgera Gold Mine in Enga Province. In an announcement on Sunday April 7, 2020, Prime Minister James Marape stated that operations would soon recommence, under the SML granted to Kumul Minerals, with former mine operator Barrick Niugini Ltd to be a part of the new-look operations at Porgera, with an agreement to formalize this, expected to be signed soon. In acknowledging this development, Nasfund CEO Ian Tarutia, says the decision by Government to work together with former Porgera developer Barrick Niugini Limited is…
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As part its membership engagement, the National Superannuation Fund Limited (Nasfund) willbe hosting its 2021 Online Employer Conference.Scheduled for Wednesday April 14, 2021, the e-conference will enable the Fund to provideupdates to its membership on what it is doing to safeguard, grow, and add value to its members.According to Nasfund CEO Ian Tarutia, this event is part of the Fund’s efforts in engaging morewith members, in the “New Normal”.“Nasfund hosted its inaugural online-employer conference in September 2020. This eventproved to be successful, with a combined viewership of over 10,000 members throughout thecountry, and abroad.Given the current COVID-19 imposed restrictions on…
SP PNG Hunters feel like their “pre-season” has finished as they prepare to hit the road for their first away match of the Intrust Super Cup season in Mackay on Saturday night. The Hunters went into last weekend’s Easter break with a 1-1 win-loss record after their narrow loss to Wynnum Manly and strong win over Ipswich Jets. It was an encouraging start from the Hunters after they were unable to play any pre-season matches because of COVID quarantine restrictions while most of their Intrust Super Cup rivals played three trial games. Hunters coach Matt Church said his squad felt…
Air Niugini continues to promote gender equality in the workplace by encouraging more female staff to further their knowledge in their respective fields. This has seen a female staff from the Information Technology (IT) Department, Marisa Kuypers who is the IT Projects and Strategy Manager for the airline, recently attain her Masters in IT. Ms Kuypers achievement demonstrates Air Niugini Management’s commitment in promoting gender equality, based on merit, where more women are being encouraged and supported to further their education and also take on managerial positions within the airline. She successfully completed her Masters in IT majoring in Enterprise…
After serving cricket in PNG for the past six years Mr McGann, General Manager of Curtain Brothers, tendered his resignation due to changing circumstances depriving him of his time he wished to commit to his CPNG Board activities. CPNG CEO, Greg Campbell thanked Mr McGann “Justin has been an exceptional board member over a long period, he has been instrumental in driving cricket success and development in PNG particularly in areas of infrastructure. He and Curtain Bros have been fantastic supporters of our sport and will continue to do so despite his resignation from the formal Board position”. Helen Macindoe,…
The death, which was recorded in the last 24 hours ending 12 midday on Tuesday April 6, increases the total number of COVID-19 deaths in PNG to 68. A 40-year-old female from New Ireland province died from COVID-19 bringing the total number of deaths in New Ireland to two. To date, the National Capital District has recorded 52 deaths whilst Morobe and West Sepik recorded three deaths. New Ireland, West New Britain, Western Highlands and Western province recorded two deaths each whilst Enga and Jiwaka reported a death each bringing the total number of deaths from COVID-19 to 68. PNG…
FairPrice Furniture celebrates this Easter with their “Great Easter Giveaway”. Customers who spend K100 or more go into the draw to win the Super Easter Hamper, consisting of a 10 Kg Trukai Jasmine rice, a 10kg Flame Flour, a carton of Pepsi, Noodles, Sugar and much more. “From our great value deals to our regular prize draws, everyone’s a winner at FairPrice!” commented Diana Laho of FairPrice. The Easter giveaway started in March and will end on the 11th of April, with a total of 12 winners. The draw is held live on their Facebook page at the end of…
In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic PNG’s leading proptech company, Hausples.com.pg, isinnovating to help property seekers and the real estate industry via the launch of the Hausples OnlineFlash Sale.The Hausples Online Flash Sale will showcase the best deals on property for sale and rent acrossPNG, giving property hunters and owners the chance to transact quickly and easily despite thepandemic.What is the Hausples Online Flash Sale?The Hausples Online Flash Sale is a three day online event giving property hunters the chance tosecure a home for rent or sale at the lowest possible price. PNG’s leading agencies and developerswill be offering…
Since February the EU has already channelled through WHO 3 million EUR (12 M Kina) and in late March, at the request of PNG Authorities, the EU Civil Protection Mechanism (an EU solidarity tool for emergency situations) has been activated. After the timely support deployed by France last week, on 2nd of April Germany offered a 7-person Emergency Medical Team (2 doctors, 2 nurses and 3 light medical staff) who are expected to arrive in PNG around mid-April, with the length of deployment planned for at least 28 days. The German team will integrate with St Johns Ambulance. Furthermore, the…
SP PNG Hunters have been forced to make one change to their winning outfit for their Intrust Super Cup clash with the Cutters in Mackay on Saturday night. Second-rower and vice-captain Keven Appo will miss the game after he was suspended for two matches following the Hunters’ win over Ipswich Jets before the competition was paused over the Easter weekend. The Hunters defended Appo against a shoulder charge notice and felt they presented a good case of claiming it was a tackle gone wrong with no intent to make contact with the shoulder. However, they were unsuccessful and he will…