Day: September 12, 2018
Missionaries grateful
I thank the Government and Immigration and Border Security Minister Petrus Thomas for lifting the visa ban on missionaries from North America. They are now free to travel to Papua […]
Losing Daulo admin a shock
I WAS surprised to be told that the Daulo district administrator had been removed without being allowed to respond to allegations made against him – if there were allegations at […]
Tech savvy heads needed
IT is clear that many public servants appointed to senior positions across the country are not well versed with the modern way of communicating. In this digital age, we need […]
Allowances delayed for tertiary students
MINISTER for Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology Pila Niningi, I am a parent of four children attending various tertiary institutions in the country and all have government scholarships. I […]
Paska, a worrior of the workers
IT is with deep regret that we now see a strong voice for the oppressed and low-skilled workers go. The resignation of highly respected trades union congress secretary John Paska […]
Illegal fishing worry raised
MARINE resources are vital for the economic survival for people living in the islands. A good example is the island of Budibudi in Samarai Murua, Milne Bay. This small island […]
Sai Business Group troubles
I wish to comment on an article (The National, Jul 3) by reporter Pisai Gumar on Pararoa Primary School deputy head teacher Banarbas Ave in reference to the burning of […]
Total gets four-year contract with Newcrest Lihir mine
TOTAL, the fourth largest international oil and gas company, has been awarded a four-year contract with Newcrest’s Lihir gold mine, following a competitive tender process that began last November. During […]
Innovation wins firms MSME awards
Four local macro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSME) have been honoured with awards for using innovative technology in their services. The MSME Digital Innovation Awards were supported by ExxonMobil PNG, […]
Besta Cup adds 2 more
By ISAAC LIRI BOUGAINVILLE and Chimbu men’s soccer sides are the latest teams to be included in the 2018 Besta FA Cup finals in Lae on Saturday. The decision to […]