Day: February 5, 2019
Hockey squad to assemble in nation’s capital
By ISAAC LIRI PAPUA New Guinea Hockey Federation’s main event this year is the 2019 Oceania Championships in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia in September, says president Kaluwin Potuan, pictured. Potuan said […]
Lahanis remain confident
By ZACHERY PER REIGNING Digicel Cup champions Bintangor Goroka Lahanis have started early preparations to defend the title. Lahanis captain Gonzella Urakusie confirmed the team had started training, with the […]
PM addresses business visa issue
There has been significant misuse of multiple-entry business visas to the country, Prime Minister Peter O’Neill says. Speaking at a recent business breakfast in Port Moresby, he said: “I have […]
Govt must address housing, rental issues
IT is welcome news to many that National Housing Corporation plans to start regulating housing rentals. Rental prices are increasing so much that people are just not able to afford […]
Porgera SML to be reviewed, O’Neill says
By JEFFREY ELAPA Review of the special mining lease (SML) for Porgera gold mine in Enga will be done for the benefit of all stakeholders, Prime Minister Peter O’Neill says. […]
PNG, Philippines sign deal for fishery development
Papua New Guinea and Philippines have forged an agreement to strengthen cooperation in fisheries development, according to The Manila Times. The memorandum-of-understanding (MoU) was signed by Philippines agriculture secretary Emmanuel […]
News of trade taskforce a ‘relief’
By CLARISSA MOI Manufacturers’ Council chief executive officer Chey Scovell says the industry is committed to working with Government to tackle illicit trade. He said this yesterday when welcoming news […]
World Bank officials impressed with project’s progress
By JUNIOR UKAHA THREE World Bank officials who visited East New Britain last week were impressed with progress of the Productive Partnerships in Agriculture Project (PPAP) in the province. They […]
Briefs
Farmers set to meet demand ENGA potato farmers are all set to meet the market target set by Innovative Agro Industry (IAI) to supply 5000 bags per week. IAI announced […]
Greengold Liners continue preparations
THE Greengold Liners are continuing their preparations for the National Soccer League New Guinea Islands Conference. The New Britain Palm Oil Limited-sponsored side had their first trial match on Sunday […]