Day: August 29, 2017
Catholics launch plan to enhance education
By PHOEBE GWANGILO THE National Catholic Education Commission has for the first time launched a five-year strategic plan to enhance the capacity and commitment of teachers and students at all […]
Parkop condemns criminal acts during Aussie concert in NCD
National Capital District Governor Powes Parkop has condemned the actions of the public during the Planetshakers’ concert over the weekend. Parkop said that he was not happy with the attitude […]
Housing project put on hold
A multimillion kina housing project in Port Moresby is on hold until relevant agencies complete proper planning to build more houses. This is according to the Housing Minister John Kaupa […]
Police set to begin investigation into leads on Konga’s death
Police in National Capital District will be investigating all leads into the death of former Border Development Authority CEO Fred Konga, says Met Supt Benjamin Turi. Turi said that the […]
Judge eyes more funds for judiciary
CHIEF Justice Sir Salamo Injia is hopeful the Government will allocate a “good chunk” of next year’s budget to improve government infrastructure for the judiciary nationwide. Sir Salamo is particularly […]
Deferred cases seen as reason for prisoners escaping custody
THE backlog of cases for prisoners on remand and the delay in the granting of parole are causing jail breakouts, according to the Correctional Services Employees Association. Acting association president […]
Policy implementation will fix diet issues: Official
THE implementation of the Prison Industry Policy will address the issue of unbalanced diets in correctional institutions, a union official says. Acting president of the Correctional Employees of PNG Daniel […]
Abel confirms new K308m PNG-Sydney undersea cable project
The Government in its bid to improve communication and reduce costs will be building a new K308.6 million ($US100 million) international access cable from Sydney to Papua New Guinea. Deputy […]
Govt plans to review laws to build investor confidence
By HELEN TARAWA The Government will review and amend some laws in the country to build confidence for investment. This is part of the Government’s 100-day plan to address the […]
Uncovered
By HELEN TARAWA ABOUT K7.3 million worth of illegal cigarettes have been discovered by the PNG Customs Service at its container examination facility at Motukea outside Port Moresby. Chief Commissioner […]