For the first time, the much anticipated 321 Lotto Wantok Jackpot draw was drawn last night live on national television witnessed by representatives from the National Gaming Control Board, members of the media and people around the country who tuned in. Chief Operations Officer, Allan Egan explained the process of the live draws stating that at each Wantok Jackpot draw, the machine will draw 7 numbered balls in no specific order from a total of 36 balls. “As soon as the numbers are revealed, customers can check their tickets to see if they have the drawn numbers on their tickets,…
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The National Census exercise is progressing well into its second week in the Rabaul District of East New Britain province despite the recent law and order issues in Rabaul Town. This was revealed by the District Census Coordinator (DCC) John Matava during a recent brief update at the District Headquarters at Kurakakaul, North Coast Road. Mr. Matava said that the respective Local Level Government (LLG) teams are doing great in terms of coverage of households and added that most teams are now into the process of transferring raw data from the Paper Assisted Personal Interview (PAPI) census method to the…
Lae and Charleston, South Carolina have formally initiated a Sister Cities relationship at a historic signing of an intent to partner held in Lae. The Lae City Authority Chief Executive Officer, Robin Calistus signed on behalf of Lae and Neita Wiese, President and Chief Executive Officer of Charleston Sister Cities International signed earlier in Charleston. Carlo Capua, the Chair-elect of Sister Cities International and Chief of Strategy and Innovation for the City of Fort Worth, Texas, facilitated the signing. Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso, and Dr. Suely Saro, a city council member from Long Beach, California, officiated the event with…
Theodist Limited was thrilled to renew and continue their annual support of K25, 000 sponsorship, presented to Life PNG Care Director, Collin Pake, who received the sponsorship cheque from Theodist Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kumar Baliah and Corporate Development Manager (CDM), Ryan Pini. Mr Pini stated that Theodist was happy to be making an impact in the lives of children in PNG and helping them to achieve their dreams. “I am honoured to be here today to celebrate the renewal of our partnership with Life PNG Care, a remarkable charity that is making a difference in the lives of so…
Eighteen (18) participants from the Autonomous Region of Bougainville recently attended a training workshop to equip them to provide accessible ear and hearing services throughout the region. The workshop, provided by EARs Inc., aims to fill the gap in this medical service provided to the people. This is because the service is provided by both the Buka hospital, and Callan Services National Unit (CSNU) through Callan Connect, a two- year project that is delivering disability screening and diagnosis assessment services in Western province, the Kokoda Track and Bougainville; however, there is still need for additional support in this area. Speaking…
Port Moresby Racquets Club congratulated their club members, Coach Omega Ivuyo, Junior Club Members Colita Hakena and Andrew Aisi on their selection into the Pacific Oceania Team to Tour and participate in the 2024 Australian Team Championship in Gold Coast from the 19th of June to 26th June 2024. Tennis Director at the Pom Racquets Club, William Aisi, in a statement, said that club coach Omega has been selected as the assistant Pacific Oceania U11 Girls Coach and will receive ongoing training as she continues to work towards obtaining her Level One coaching certification. “Club Juniors Colita Hakena (U15 Girls)…
The Australasian Marine Pilots Institute (AMPI) is hosting its first overseas Regional Pilotage and Ports Conference in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea at the Stanley Hotel and Suites that began on Monday June 24th and will end on Thursday June 26th, 2024. The 2024 Regional Pilotage and Ports conference is a workshop focused on training, technology, towage and regulation for seafarers, the Ports and Pilots of the Maritime community. The event is sponsored by the PNG Ports Corporation Limited and Niugini Pilots along with other Maritime companies and partners. One of the pioneers of the AMPI Regional Pilotage and Ports…
To celebrate St John Day on June 24th, the National St John Ambulance Services (NStJA) PNG proudly announced the launch of the Green Angel Appeal, a fundraising drive initiative by Nambawan Trophy Limited (NWTL) Group with the aim of raising K1 million by the end of this year to support NStJA. To kick off the fundraising drive, Nambawan Trophy Limited (NWTL) Group Chief Operating Officer, Gavin Thompson presented a cheque of K150, 000 to NStJA as the initial donation before rolling out the fundraising drive in their retail shops all across the nation. Chief Executive Officer of St John Ambulance,…
Nine climate-resilient bridges —three in East Sepik Province and six in Madang Province which were financed by a $50 million investment in Papua New Guinea’s infrastructure by the European Investment Bank (EIB) Global’s — have all been completed within budget, meeting high standards through-out the country. The bridges provide safer and more efficient access to markets and social services, thereby improving the lives of thousands of Papua New Guineans. Improving the road and bridge infrastructure along the country’s few arterial roads is crucial in Papua New Guinea. These roads serve as vital lifelines for populations in remote areas and face…
South Pacific Brewery was pleased to announce its sponsorship of K5, 000 towards the 2024 Tama Festival scheduled for the 07th – 08th August 2024 in Arawa, Autonomous Region of Bougainville. SP Brewery Sponsorship & Events Executive, Marlin Joskin stated that this sponsorship reflects their ongoing commitment to support cultural show initiatives in PNG. “This sponsorship reflects SP Brewery’s ongoing commitment to supporting cultural shows throughout Papua New Guinea that showcase local cultures and promote conservation and sustainability.” Accepting the sponsorship cheque on behalf of the festival committee, was Zhon Bosco, Vice President of the Central Bougainville Tourism Association. Mr.…