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Ok Tedi Mining reveals geological secrets through rock exhibit at PNG Resources Week
The geological intricacies of the Ok Tedi Mine Pit are currently on display at the 2025 Papua New Guinea Resources Week Golden Exhibition at APEC Haus, offering visitors a unique glimpse into the rock formations that yield Papua New Guinea’s...
PNG secures landmark climate deal
ENVIRONMENT A win for forests, communities and the planet IN a bold step towards global climate leadership, Papua New Guinea has secured a landmark US$63.4 million (K264 million) from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) — a transformative investment that...
Chamber urges locals to participate in resource, energy sector
AS Papua New Guinea’s resource and energy sector continues to grow, the need for strong, capable local suppliers has never been more critical, according to the PNG Chamber of Resources and Energy. Chamber president Anthony Smaré said that with...

LEONARD KANIA TO MAKE HIS FINAL APPEARANCE
One of Papua New Guinea’s legendary musicians, the “King of Tolai Rock” Leonard Kania has announced that he will put down the mic, calling it a day on his musical career after more than thirty (30) years, but not without a final performance first....
OCEANIA/PAPUA NEW GUINEA - Accusations of witchcraft and violence in society: Caritas' commitment to combating them
Caritas Papua Nuova Guinea Kundiawa (Agenzia Fides) – In the province of Simbu, in Papua New Guinea, so-called violence related to accusations of witchcraft represents one of the most serious and horrific forms of aggression between families and...

Islands of Intrigue: Cruising Papua New Guinea
Like clockwork, anywhere we dropped the hook, canoes came out to greet us, to trade and to share stories. Birgit Hackl Pushy islanders circling the boat in their canoes. Drunken rascals harassing or assaulting crews. The constant threat of being...

Empowering Papua New Guinea’s Women: The Transformative power of Education and Career Opportunities
In Papua New Guinea (PNG), where traditional barriers often limit young women’s potential, education is more than a right – it’s a pathway to change. A recent session dedicated to empowering PNG women shed light on how education and career...
Online grooming:A hidden danger
WHEN we hear the word “grooming,” many people in Papua New Guinea think of brushing hair or dressing well. But online grooming is something very different and very dangerous. Online grooming is when someone, usually an adult, uses the internet or...
Payment Automation Hacks: Best Practices to Streamline & Scale Your AP Processes
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K92 Mining reports strong Q2 2025 production results and major stage 3 milestone with commissioning of new process plant
K92 Mining Ltd. (“K92”), the operator of the Kainantu Gold Mine in Eastern Highlands Province, has reported its second quarter (“Q2”) results, with 34,816 ounces gold equivalent (“AuEq”) produced in Q2 2025. The result marked a 43% increase from...
Pandie believes in the impact of oil and gas industry
IN 2000, a determined Terry Pandie from Bulolo, Morobe, walked into the Port Moresby office of Oil Search for his first day of work. He is one of many Papua New Guineans who work in the mining and petroleum industry as support staff who keep the...

The awards programme showcased industry leaders reshaping the future of insurance in Asia Pacific.
The awards programme showcased industry leaders reshaping the future of insurance in Asia Pacific. Marking a decade of industry excellence, the 10th Insurance Asia Awards took centre stage as it celebrated the region’s finest insurers, recognising...

Tokarara Secondary students engage with Industries at PNG Resources Golden Exhibition
Tokarara Secondary School participated in the PNG Resources Golden Exhibition at APEC Haus today – Wednesday, July 09, 2025. This day marked the second day of the 50th PNG Resources Golden Exhibition Week with over 20 exhibitors in the Mining and...
Director of PNG's NRL franchise stood down amid corruption allegations
A powerful businessman has stood down from the board of Papua New Guinea's new NRL franchise amid corruption concerns relating to business dealings with a Chinese state-owned company. The newly established board has been entrusted with overseeing...
Mining products, services showcased
ABOUT 100 companies in the industrial sector showcased their innovations, products and services at the two-day Papua New Guinea Industries and Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference at The Stanley Hotel and Suites in Port Moresby. The...

Santos inks small, mid-term LNG supply contract with Qatar Energy Trading
Santos has signed a mid-term LNG supply contract with QatarEnergy Trading (QET) for 0.5 million tonnes of LNG per annum over a period of two years from 2026. The LNG will be supplied from Santos’ LNG portfolio and delivered by ship. Santos...

Deep-sea mining: The rush to mine the unknown
As official talks kick off in Jamaica on the need for rules to protect the ocean floor for generations to come, the world's first commercial deep-sea mining operation in international waters may be about to get underway. The US National Oceanic...

Matariki mā Puanga: Will deep sea mining cost us the moana?
Waitā, the Matariki star that connects us to the ocean and all marine life, reminds us of our deep relationship with Te Moana-nui-a-Kiwa. As Matariki rises, Te Ao Māori News examines a modern threat facing our moana: deep-sea mining. The deep...

From teaboy to proud father – Terry Pandie’s 24 year journey in PNG’s oil and gas industry
In the year 2000, a quiet yet determined young man, who hails from Bulolo in the Morobe Province, walked into the Port Moresby office of Oil Search for his first day of work. His name was Terry Pandie. With no formal qualifications, but filled...

PNG Industrial and Mining Expo 2025 Showcases Industry Strength
This year’s Papua New Guinea Industrial and Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference (PNG Expo) concluded two productive days of industry insights, innovation and networking at The Stanley Hotel & Suites from July 2 to 3. Bringing together...