Day: April 22, 2024
Political leadership put to test
THE Papua New Guinea government is facing a crisis as ongoing political unrest threatens to shake the very foundation of its leadership. With tensions mounting between the ruling administration and […]
MP needs to step up in North-West
IT is sad to see the member for Moresby North-West, Mr LBS, on flight mode for too long. Your people need tangible government services such as water supply, improved road […]
Viability of bullion bank and refinery
I AM writing to express my concerns regarding the proposed gold bullion bank and refinery project. While the idea of such a venture may seem promising, there are several factors […]
Enforcing rule of law from the bar
THE 127 trainee lawyers who were admitted to the bar at Waigani National and Supreme Courts is a major breakthrough in the enforcement of law and justice in the country. […]
Seasonal disaster waiting to happen
THREE Papua New Guinean seasonal workers have dragged the country’s reputation through kangaroo dung again when they decided to rape a girl in Australia. It was a disaster waiting to […]
No plan for energy sector development, says ADB
By NATHAN WOTI PAPUA New Guinea suffers incessant power issues because it lacks a government-led plan for energy sector development in the country. The Asian Development Bank says in its […]
Minister to meet with NZ reps on agriculture
INTERNATIONAL Trade and Investment Minister Richard Maru is in New Zealand today to hold a three-day bilateral trade meeting with the New Zealand Government. During his visit Maru will have […]
May forum for Porgera landowners, stakeholders
By GYNNIE KERO A FORUM is expected to be held next month for landowners and stakeholders to negotiate benefits from the Porgera gold mine. This was according to the Mining […]
Poor defence
A POOR second half defensive effort by the PNG Hunters saw the side slump to their first home loss and third for the season against a classy Redcliffe Dolphins on […]
PNG end U16 Championship with heavy loss to host
PAPUA New Guinea ended their campaign in the OFC Under-16 Championship qualifier with a 0-7 shutout by the hosts Tonga on Friday. The Marty Terry-coached side’s aim to finish off […]