Month: February 2017
New market launched
THE first of a string of roadside markets built for rural mothers in South Bougainville was opened for business on Thursday. Deputy head of missions of the European Union (EU) […]
WITNESS
The beautification at the National Capital District Commission City Hall along the Waigani Drive had been outgrown by unwanted weeds (inset) which caught the attention of The National and the […]
What’s happening to ‘Kristen Radio’
I WRITE in dissatisfaction about the state of Lutheran FM radio commonly known as Kristen Radio. It is situated at the heart of Martin Luther Seminary campus in Lae. The […]
Coastal provinces need to be aware, trained
THE NFA’s decision to open the bech der mer season after nine solid years is a great relief for the whole population in the coastal provinces. However, some of the […]
Suspicious ad for PNGFA position
The PNG Forest Authority (PNGFA) Managing Director (MD) position advertised in the two national papers last week (Feb 21-24) appeared very highly suspicious and needs explanations by the PNGFA administration. […]
Policing noise pollution a challenge for police
I READ with interest off-the-cuff comments of citizens on a growing pest called “noise pollution”. Specialist lawyers and police could be approached to comment on the issue. Noise pollution is […]
Authorities need to address the faults in our health system
IT was with great sorrow that I learned last week of the passing away of the Governor-General Sir Michael Ogio. It is the case that our country is losing a […]
Project needs gas: Sonk
THE development of a petrochemical project outside Port Moresby is impossible at this stage as it needs gas, Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited managing director Wapu Sonk says. He said there […]
Businessman initiates repairs to feeder roads in Wau, Bulolo
By JUNIOR UKAHA A LOCAL businessman in Morobe is using his own initiative to have feeder roads in Wau and Bulolo townships fixed. Wayang Kawa, from Kweumbu village in Wau […]
Soccer split dire: Minister
SPORTS Minister Justin Tkatchenko says the only course of action to resolve the split in soccer in the country is for Fifa to intervene. At present, the duly-recognised soccer governing […]