Day: March 1, 2024
Mine law change mooted
THE Mining Ministry is prioritising a review of the Mining (Safety) Act (1977) with amendments to allow female engineers and miners to work underground, says Mining Minister Muguwa Dilu. “Times […]
Improved tech makes seabed mining a realistic option, says minister Dilu
THE prospect of considering deep seabed mining is still on the table as the Government has already invested equity of 15 per cent in the Solwara 1 project, according to […]
PPL owed K130 million
THE total debt of electricity bills owned to PNG Power Limited (PPL) by its customers is K130 million, says chief commercial officer Dr Nigel Booker. He said during the Port […]
Service station to be reopened in Lae today
By GLORIA BAUAI THE Huon Gulf Service Station at Snack bar in Lae will reopen today under the banner of Islands Petroleum Limited. The fuel station which is part of […]
IRC cracks down on tax evasion
THE Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) has taken decisive action against a major mining company for engaging in a tax avoidance scheme and has imposed a tax assessment of K11.79 million. […]
Mainland, a success story in PNG
MAINLAND Holdings is one of the success stories of the cooperative society structure in the country, says Cooperative Societies of PNG registrar Brian Waffi. He said it started off as […]
Agricultural cooperatives seen as key
By PETER ESILA THERE are about 8,310 registered cooperatives, with 355,656 Papua New Guineans participating in cooperative business activities, according to the Cooperative Societies of PNG (CSPNG). Registrar Brian Waffi […]
Economist blames lack of coordination, communication
PAPUA New Guinea’s economy will continue to struggle if there is a constant lack of coordination and communication by the Government and its agencies. Institute of National Affairs (INA) executive […]
Bracing for Vegas
LAS VEGAS: The Trell-Mit brand is ready to go global with the superstar South Sydney fullback declaring the skinnier Las Vegas field will not make him any less threatening. The […]
Sports Awards launched
By PATRICIA KEAMO NOMINATIONS for the South Pacific Brewery-sponsored Sports Awards’ 32nd edition was opened yesterday in Port Moresby. The annual event, which The National is a sponsor, recognises various […]