Day: June 13, 2019
Let’s be responsible for our trash
MOST of us do not know we harm the ocean with ordinary things we do every day. We do not give much thought to where our trash goes. With the […]
Airline finalising testing on approved services
PNG Air is currently finalising testing on its systems in light of the recent PNG Independent Competition and Consumer Commission (ICCC) authorisation of the code-share agreement with Virgin Australia. PNG […]
Air Niugini resumes jet operations to Tokua
AIR Niugini has resumed its jet operations using its Fokker 70/100 aircraft to Tokua airport in East New Britain. According to a statement from Air Niugini, flights resumed following the […]
Committee wants amendments to act deferred
THE Bougainville Parliamentary Committee on legislation has recommended that amendments to the Bougainville Mining Act be deferred to after the referendum. The proposition to amend the act was made by […]
BSP: Approval process for home loan can be quick
THE approval process for the Bank South Pacific’s First Home Ownership Scheme (FHOS) can be as quick as 48 hours, says chief executive officer Robin Fleming. However, Fleming said it […]
OBG, council sign agreement
THE Oxford Business Group (OBG) has signed an agreement with the Australia Papua New Guinea Business Council (APNGBC) for collaboration during the PNG Investment Week. The PNG Investment Week will […]
Chamber welcomes move to renew Porgera gold mine’s permit
THE Porgera Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) has welcomed Prime Minister James Marape’s decision to renew Porgera gold mine’s permit. The mine is owned and operated by joint venture […]
Maleos prepare for Cup
THE Papua New Guinea Mixed and Men’s Netball Association will hold their trials for next year’s World Cup in Perth at the Rita Flynn courts on June 23. The Maleos […]
Briefs
City sponsor hosts luncheon SPONSOR of the Toti City, Lae Biscuit Company, hosted a presentation luncheon for club players, coinciding with 2019 awards that saw 13 recipients recognised. Award recipients […]
Women’s rugby league to expand age groups
WOMEN’S rugby league in the country will see big investments in its pathway programmes from 2019- 2021, says PNGRFL chairman Sandis Tsaka. The PNGRFL has set its objectives to develop […]