Day: October 29, 2019
Magistrate orders father to pay maintenance to wife, children
By TREVOR WAHUNE THE Buka District Court has ordered a man to pay K200 a fortnight as maintenance for his former wife and two children after he stopped supporting them […]
Suspect accused of rape, murder escapes custody
A SUSPECT accused of raping and murdering a 14-year-old girl escaped from police custody after being left unattended, West Sepik police commander Chief Insp Moses Ibsagi says. “The suspect escaped […]
‘Illegal crosser’ killed in accident
A PAPUA New Guinean was killed in a road accident in Indonesia after he allegedly crossed to Indonesia illegally from West Sepik, Consul General Geoffrey Wiri says. “The West Sepik […]
Lawlessness rising: Prosecutor
By KARO JESSE A POLICE prosecutor says the Waigani Committal Court rooms are filled to the brim daily and “this was not a good sign”. “There are too many people […]
Man appears in court for murder
A 20 YEAR-OLD man from Woitape in Central, charged with murder appeared before the Waigani Committal Court yesterday. Sambo Saku, with three accomplices were allegedly involved in the murder of […]
Missing exhibits lead to theft suspect’s release
A 25-YEAR-OLD man was freed by the Lae District Court despite pleading guilty to a charge of theft – all because of missing exhibits. “Exhibits are important in court proceedings, […]
Woman urges others to use skills, talent
By LARRY ANDREW A 57-YEAR-OLD East Sepik woman who started eking out a living by making and selling bilums (string bags) for three months is urging others to do the […]
Economic confidence critical
TREASURER Ian Ling-Stuckey wants to restore confidence in the national economy. “Confidence is a critical part of economic health. “Confidence from local businesses to invest, confidence from international businesses to […]
Expect more thunderstorms, showers, says weatherman
THE National Weather Service forecasts an increase in showers and thunderstorms this week. “As we go into our wet season, there should be an increase in showers and thunderstorm activities […]
Girls should be careful online, says union
SCRIPTURE Union national director Jacob Vavine has encouraged parents to advice their daughters to be more careful when uploading pictures online. “Mothers and fathers please tell your daughters to be […]