Day: May 7, 2020
Olam remains focused
AFFECTIONATELY known as ‘the human brick’, Justin Olam has spent less time running directly at National Rugby League forwards lately and more time relaxing at home in Melbourne, Australia. “I […]
Kauko stays committed to training
NATIONAL lightweight champion Raka Kauko Jr says he remains committed to training despite the indefinite postponement of his title fight with Philippine champion Roldan Aldea in Port Moresby. He said […]
POMNA cancels competition
THE Port Moresby Netball Association (POMNA) has cancelled this year’s competition due to the Covid-19 restrictions imposed amid the nationwide state of emergency, according to an official. POMNA senior vice-president […]
PNG weightlifters return home
PACIFIC Games gold medallists Dika Toua and Morea Baru returned to Port Moresby yesterday after spending more than a month in lockdown in Noumea, New Caledonia. The pair were based […]
Probe into alleged shooting
POLICE are investigating the shooting and wounding of a man at Laloki on April 3 allegedly by police during the state of emergency operation. Acting Central commander Chief Insp Tapp […]
Man guilty of sexual abuse after medical evidence obtained
By BOURA GORUKILA NATIONAL Court Judge George Manuhu yesterday found a man guilty of persistent sexual abuse after medical evidence was obtained to support the nature of the assault. Evidence […]
Police boss calls for investigation of members
MOROBE police commander (PPC) Supt Alex N’Drasal has called for an investigation into the actions of Northern policemen stationed at Maita Rock on the border with Morobe. Supt N’Drasal said […]
Director arrested, out on bail
A DIRECTOR of a technical school in Central has been arrested and charged with attempted murder and released on police bail, police said. Acting Central commander Chief Insp Tapp Opai […]
Morobe government wants to revive church infrastructure
THE Morobe government is looking at reviving church infrastructure and help with other resources to encourage strong Christian faith among believers, says Governor Ginson Saonu. The help will come under […]
Court rejects former uni staff’s bid to be reinstated
THE National Court has declined to grant mandatory injunction orders sought by University of Goroko (UOG) Pro-Vice-Chancellor Dr Teng Waninga for reinstatement pending a decision by the judiciary. Waninga yesterday […]