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By Phoebe Hosier in Washington DC Sandra Thompson, whose son Clint was killed in the Bali bombings, fears the trial will never happen after years of delays. (ABC News: Nicola Ceccato) US military prosecutors have revealed details of their case against the man accused of planning the 2002 Bali bombings, telling affected Australians his trial could finally begin next year. But some victims' relatives and human rights advocates doubt the trial will ever proceed after years of se

Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso joins Dame Jean Kekedo, Vice-Chancellor Dr Ora Renagi, Australian High Commissioner Ewen McDonald, and guests for the ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the opening of the 100-bed female dormitory at Papua New Guinea University of Technology. THE Dame Jean Kekedo Residential Hall, a new 100-bed female student residence, was officially opened at the Papua New Guinea University of Technology (PNGUoT) in Lae last Monday, supporting more women to pu

Trainee medical students with their supervisors, Dr Jameson Boas and Dr Francisca Kopune, Mt Hagen Clinical School Australia’s support has been instrumental in establishing and strengthening decentralised clinical training sites, including the Mt Hagen Clinical School, enhancing its training capacity. Recognising the critical importance of increased number of health care workers in improving service delivery, the PNG-Australia Partnership has played a key role in strengthe

Bougainvillean PALM workers in Australia LABOUR mobility is central to Australia and New Zealand’s commitment to build a stronger Pacific family. Through the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) and New Zealand Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) schemes, Bougainvilleans have the opportunity to travel to Australia and New Zealand for work, send money home to their families and learn new skills to strengthen Bougainville’s economic development. This also enables busines

Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Jelta Wong says El Niño significantly affects our marine resources, particularly the tuna industry and inland fish farming activities. Mr Wong said the phenomenon often leads to warmer ocean temperatures, which can alter tuna migration patterns, impacting local fisheries and export opportunities. “Additionally, it disrupts nutrient upwelling, affecting the overall marine ecosystem and potentially leading to reduced tuna catches th

FOR Papua New Guinea Defence Force Senior ammunition technician Officer, Captain Aquila Jack, returning home to East New Britain as part of Operation Render Safe has been both a professional duty and a personal mission. Born and raised in Vunamami near Kokopo, Captain Jack completed his PNGDF officer training at Igam Barracks in Lae and then further developed his skills through military training in Australia. Captain Jack is now helping address a long-standing danger in his h

Pacific leaders are urging governments and communities to prepare for the growing challenges posed by artificial intelligence and rapidly expanding digital technologies, warning that the same tools driving development are also exposing societies to new threats. Pacific Leaders Sound Alarm Over AI Risks as Digital Revolution Accelerates The issue emerged as a key focus at the 2026 Pacific Peace and Security Dialogue, where policymakers, cybersecurity specialists and regional

The dialogue in session in Suva, Fiji Papua New Guinea's Minister for Finance Thomas Opa has highlighted that the global fuel crisis - created by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz - has affected economic security across the Pacific region. Speaking at a Pacific Peace and Security Dialogue meeting in Suva, Fiji on June 16, Mr Opa said in PNG, those who reside on the country's most remote islands were particularly impacted. "Some have to travel a long distance from the mainla

Western Highlands Provincial Administrator Joseph Mangbil (middle in blue suit) next to acting Electoral Commissioner Margaret Vagi, Deputy Electoral Commissioner Kila Vaname (standing) observing Election Manager Western Highlands Philip Telape sorting out the papers for MoA signing yesterday To secure a clean electoral roll, Jiwaka and the Western Highlands have officially become the first two provinces in Papua New Guinea to sign Memorandum of Agreement with the PNG Elector

PRIME Minister and Pangu Pati Parliamentary Leader James Marape has welcomed Pangu Pati council members, provincial executives, branch officials, youth representatives, convention conveners and party faithfuls from across Papua New Guinea as the historic party prepares to hold its National Convention in Port Moresby this week. The Convention was convened on Thursday, June 11, 2026), and continued into Friday, with Pangu Pati also preparing to host a gala dinner on Saturday ni

ENB Governor Michael Marum with NVS acting executive director Jerry David, executive officer Poponu Wenda, staff and stakeholders in ENB recently FOLLOWING its successful visit and call-out in West New Britain, the National Volunteer Service (NVS) has advanced to the second phase of its New Guinea Islands (NGI) regional outreach, launching its dual call for partner organisations and national professional volunteers in East New Britain Province. The outreach marks a major ste

Dr Poya Gow in Boston. A PAPAUA New Guinean Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Wentworth Institute of Technology in the United States, Dr Yalinu Poya Gow has expressed delight over being recognised for the second time to present her work at the Museum of Science in Boston. Dr Yalinu, a Member of Global Young Academy 2024-2029 and Member of Scientific Advisory Board AEHS Foundation (East Coast USA), said she was honoured to be invited by the Museum of Science, Boston, to pre

Australian Defence Force (ADF) Captain Jeffery Sios works with ADF soldiers and members of the East New Britain Provincial Administration of the National Disaster Centre during preparations for Operation Render Safe in Kokopo, Papua New Guinea. ADF Captain Jeffrey Sios in East New Britain, Papua New Guinea during Operation Render Safe 2026. MILITARY personnel from Papua New Guinea, Australia and partner nations are currently in East New Britain as part of Operation Render Saf

THE U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby is pleased to announce that Beverly Hunney has successfully completed her Fulbright Foreign Student Program and returned to Papua New Guinea after earning a Masters of Public Health from the University of South Florida. Ms Hunney's achievement represents the strong people-to-people ties between the United States and Papua New Guinea, which continue to deepen through educational and professional exchange programmes. Her advanced training in pub

Australian High Commission Counsellor, Mr Craig Gillies and Western Highlands Provincial Administrator, Mr Joseph Mangbil at the official opening of the Pit Market. Fresh produce on display at the newly opened Baisu Gate Market. The new facilities, delivered through the PNG-Australia Partnership, provide improved spaces for vendors and customers, strengthening local trade and livelihoods. COMMUNITIES in Minimb and Baisu Gate in Western Highlands on June 8 celebrated the openi

PORT MORESBY, 9 June 2026 — Former Chief Secretary Ambassador Isaac Lupari has called for calm, patience and responsible leadership as Papua New Guinea continues discussions on Bougainville’s future political status. In a media statement released today, Ambassador Lupari said the Bougainville referendum result must be respected as a clear expression of the wishes of the people of Bougainville. However, he stressed that the referendum does not automatically grant independence

On June 5, Chinese Ambassador to PNG H.E Yang Xiaoguang attended the launching ceremony of the “The Guide to Life for Overseas Chinese in Papua New Guinea” and delivered remarks. More than 50 representatives from the Chinese communities in PNG participated in the event, including Mr. Lin Huanong, President of the China-PNG Friendship Association, Mr. Qi Zhihua, Vice Chairman of the China Enterprises Association in PNG, and Mr. Li Huadong, President of Meet PNG and Publishing

The National Court has ordered residents occupying land at Gerehu Tete in Port Moresby to vacate the area by July 24, 2026, paving the way for the construction of a proposed Grade Five public hospital. The land, identified as portions 3530 and 3521, has been allocated to the Health Department for the hospital project, which is expected to be implemented by the National Capital District Commission (NCDC). The court ruling followed a human rights case filed by a group of settle

5 June 2026 Kundiawa International Primary School (KIPS) hosted the golden jubilee celebration today as International Education Agency (IEA) schools marked 50 years of education service in Papua New Guinea under the theme “Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Education”. Air Niugini Captain Joe Bomai, a former KIPS student, drew the biggest cheers with his motivational address. He shared his journey from the KIPS classroom to the cockpit of Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 Dreaml

PORT MORESBY – Health Minister Hon. Elias Kapavore has told Parliament that international media entering hospitals to photograph and record patients without consent is a violation of patients' rights and dignity. The Minister made the statement while responding to questions from Saki Hacky Soloma regarding conditions at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). Minister Kapavore referred to recent footage showing mothers lying in hospital corridors and stressed that images captur