Day: August 27, 2021
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History for Olam Chimbu man Justin Olam has the chance on Saturday to make it into the NRL history books. If his Melbourne Storm side beats the Parramatta Eels, it […]
Regional visa announcement: The end of Pacific Labour Scheme?
STEPHEN HOWES discusses more about the recent agriculture visa announcement by the Australian government. According to a joint media release, the visa “will be available to workers across the agriculture […]
WITNESS
GRAFFITI seen just over a sign that reads “Take pride, make Hohola clean and safe”. Despite a ban on the sale of spray paints, an increase in graffiti is seen […]
Why the fuss over Jack Pidik Park?
THE issue at Port Moresby’s Jack Pidik Park has been a mess from the start. National Capital District Governor Powes Parkop is working on his mandate to plan and protect […]
Justice served to Southern Highlands
JUSTICE is now seen to be served for us, the people of Southern Highlands. Though it is a little too late, we believe the law is fair, especially after four […]
Amend laws to get rid of inequalities
THE Government has so far passed eight new bills in Parliament, including the Oil & Gas Act Amendment Bill 2021 and MVIL Third-party Insurance Bill among others. The decision to […]
Lawlessness in Jiwaka getting out of control
LAWLESSNESS in Jiwaka is getting out of hand as people no longer have respect for the law. The provincial liquor licencing board has no answers to the ever increasing liquor […]
Fix licencing system before buying Westpac
PUBLIC policy is for protection of public interest and it should not be confused with law and business considerations. The announcement of the interim decision by the Independent Consumer and […]
Use funds for intended purpose
THE reminder by the Ombudsman Commission to all MPs to comply with processes when disbursing funds ear-marked for services and projects in provinces and districts is timely. Chief Ombudsman Richard […]
No jab, no job: Hotel
By PETER ESILA A HOTEL has implemented a Coronavirus (Covid-19) “no jab, no job” policy, saying it is in the best interest of employees, customers, clients and guests. Lae International […]