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Published on May 12, 2021

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Published on May 12, 2021

NEW IRELAND TEACHERS TO BE DISCIPLINED

The New Ireland Provincial Education Office is concerned about the lack of attendance by some teachers in the province after resumption of the second term of classes. “All teachers paid by the state must attend to their teaching duties from from Monday to Friday 7:45am to 4:06pm. Absenteeism of teachers is a serious breach to the PNGTA Code of Conduct.” said the New Ireland Acting CEO for Education, Mr Apelis Benson. He said it is now the 4th week of term 2 and there had been complaints that’s some teachers haven’t resumed yet. In total, 54 teachers are yet to resume for the second term of the 2021 academic year. "These teachers will be suspended, removed from the posting list and put off the payroll. The 54 teachers are mostly from elementary and primary schools across the province. Mr Benson however, thanked all the teachers that have resumed teaching for their dedication and commitment towards teaching and learning in the province. He noted that there had been numerous complaints reaching his office about students been sent home early due to shortage of teaching staff at the schools. He said that teachers must adhere to the shift classes, shift 1 is from 8am – 12pm and Shift 2 is from 1pm – 3pm. Shift classes have been put in place so the students can practice social distancing as part of the Covid-19 protocols in schools. Meanwhile, Mr Apelis Benson said that in regards to the Covid-19 Vaccination for students, the provincial Education board hasn’t deliberated on this as yet. A formal advise will be issued to all schools on all schools after they get further directive from the Government, Provincial Health Authority and New Ireland Provincial Administration. For now the vaccine roll out is for the front liners.

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Published on May 12, 2021

JIWAKA POLICE ASKS COMMUNITY TO HAND OVER ARSON SUSPECTS

Police in Jiwaka have sought the assistance from the general public in the province to assist them in apprehending suspects involved in an a act of arson at the Kudjip Primary School recently. Jiwaka Provincial Police Commander, Chief Superintendent Gideon Kauke called on the community in Kudjip to assist them in the handing over of suspects responsible for the recent burning down of a classroom and school office building belonging to the Kudjip Primary School early hours of last Thursday. Reports from police say a double storey classroom with 25 computers in it was burnt down by arsonists whose identities are not known to police. "We are working on it - we have given the responsibility to the communities to look for the suspects and hand them in to the police. I have directed OIC CID to take carriage of the case," PPC Kauke said. Kauke warns that the failure of the community to act on this will result in shutting down of the school as well as the local market until such a time when suspects have been handed over to police. PPC Kauke also condemned the actions by the perpetrators, calling on community leaders to get into groups and start conducting their own investigations while police are doing their investigations. He called on the anyone with leads to the arson in the school to come forward with information to get the investigations underway. [audio mp3="https://pnghausbung.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/PPC-Gideon-Kauke-1-1.mp3"][/audio]

Published on May 12, 2021

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Published on May 12, 2021

GAMING INDUSTRY TO REOPEN UNDER STRICT COMPLIANCE

The Gaming Industry in Papua New Guinea is set to reopen this week under strict compliance to the New Normal protocols. Following constant dialogue between the National Gaming Control Board (NGCB), gaming stakeholders and the National Control Centre (NCC); the industry is expected to return to its normal operation. In line with the directive from the NCC, all Gaming Machine sites will reopen this week Thursday (13.05.21) while all the Bookmaker sites will reopen a week after. NGCB acting Chief Executive Officer Imelda Agon has welcome the decision of re-opening the gaming industry while re-affirming the industry’s preparedness to operate under strict COVID – 19 protocols. “We are grateful to the NCC for relaxing the restrictions on the gaming industry”. “The re-opening of the industry will see hundreds of ordinary Papua New Guineans going back to work and the return of normal business”, Agon said. Agon added that the COVID – 19 pandemic had taken a negative toll in all businesses in the country and the gaming industry was no exception. “We were aware of the ramifications of COVID – 19 and at this juncture, I would like to thank the Pandemic Controller and the National Government for their wisdom and leadership during this time”, Agon said. Meanwhile, the NCC will assist the NGCB to prepare a Standard Operating Procedure, with banners, fliers, pamphlets and other information mediums to ensure awareness and compliance with the Niupela Pasin. Picture sourced:

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Published on May 12, 2021

VICE MINISTER FOR MINING THANKS PM MARAPE FOR RECOGNITION

Newly appointed Vice Minister for Mining and Rai Coast MP, Hon Peter Sapia today thanked Prime Minister Hon James Marape for his confidence in appointing him into this very important role. “It will be an honour to serve the Prime Minister and support the hardworking Minister for Mining Hon Johnson Tuke in delivering and advancing major reforms in mining and major projects within the mining space that are being driven by the Marape-Basil Government,” said Vice Minister Sapia. “The Prime Ministerial appointment, sealed with the swearing in and signing ceremony yesterday (May 11) at Government House, further affirms the solidarity of the Marape-Basil Government and our collective focus to ‘Take Back PNG’,” added Hon Sapia. “For Rai Coast specifically, I will assist Minister Tuke and the Government to expedite and progress the review of the Ramu Nickel Mine Agreement which has expired. “Mining is one of the most important sectors for our country. Under the Prime Ministers call to ‘Take Back PNG’ I am here to deliver for our people of Papua New Guinea. “In office as the Vice Minister for Mining, and as MP familiar with mining matters arising from Ramu Nickel Mine, I intend to work with Deputy Prime Minister Hon Samuel H. Basil whom is in charge of the economic sector and with the hard-working Mining Minister for economic recovery to take place sooner rather than later. “We will do this by delivering major mining projects and reforms which will ultimately benefit our landowners, and our country in creating jobs and to bring us economic independence which is a key objective of the Marape/Basil Government. “Wafi Golpu Mining Project is one of the most important projects which I will support the Minister for Mining and the current Government to successfully deliver during my time in office. “I again thank the Prime Minister for his confidence in my ability and the United Labour Party in giving us this important Vice Ministry. “May God Bless Papua New Guinea,” the new Vice Minister concluded.

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Published on May 12, 2021

MOROBE PROVINCE SEEKS GOVERNMENT SUPPORT FOR ITS “TRIPLE 1 POLICY”

The Morobe Provincial Government has reached out to the National Government to support its proposed “Triple 1 Policy” a policy initiated by Governor Hon. Ginson Saonu, MP. Last Friday, Governor Saonu and his team comprising business, technical and policy officials of the Morobe Provincial Administration met with the Deputy Secretary (Policy) of the Department of Prime Minister & National Executive Council, Mr Frank Aisi, at the Policy Division of the Sir Manasupe Haus Building, to discuss and promote this policy initiative and seek policy and advisory support from the Department to progress and implement it. Mr Aisi represented the Department on behalf of Secretary, Ivan Pomaleu, OBE. Mr Aisi in welcoming Governor Saonu and his team informed that the primary role of the Department of Prime Minister & NEC was to mainly coordinate and provide oversight to the sectors, departments and agencies on Government policies and initiatives. In that context, he urged the technical and policy officers of the Morobe Provincial Government to adhere to and follow established Government processes when submitting project proposals such as the “Triple 1 Policy” to the National Government. This would include due diligence and legal clearance before seeking National Executive Council endorsement. In his response, Governor Saonu mentioned that “Agriculture and Fisheries in Aviation” is the policy framework for the “Triple 1 Policy” and his Provincial Administration had been working in close consultation with the key departments and agencies to develop the policy to ensure its feasibility. He added that focusing on the Agriculture, Fisheries and Aviation Sectors was vital to realizing his aspiration to create market access for rural farmers and their local produce for export to the domestic and lucrative international markets such as Asia and Europe through a properly coordinated aviation service. To ensure successful delivery of the Policy, the Governor and his officers informed of the need to improve infrastructure such as roads and rural airstrips nationally, including a Proposed Cargo Terminal Warehouse, at Nadzab International Airport. Governor Saonu also informed that he would be proposing for a name change of Nadzab to Somare International Airport, as the name had a global appeal and historic attachment to development of Papua New Guinea. “As for the facility, it would serve as a central storage facility for quarantine clearance, food distribution and processing for direct transportation of the agricultural and fisheries produce to international markets. “Apart from Morobean farmers, the project would expand to include market access for the farmers in the surrounding areas and the Highlands provinces.” In that context, Governor Saonu mentioned that the support of the Department of Prime Minister & NEC including relevant departments such as Agriculture, Fisheries, Civil Aviation and Foreign Affairs and International Trade, and potential Development Partners was crucial in realizing the project. He further informed of the need for the project to be managed and controlled by an Independent Authority to ensure effective coordination and transparency in terms of managing and administering its annual proceeds to the Morobe Provincial and the National Governments. In his response, Deputy Secretary Aisi informed that the above policy initiative resonates well with the current Government’s policies to grow the economy but required a consultative and Whole-of-Government approach with the relevant sectors, departments and agencies to ensure its successful delivery. Furthermore, he urged the Governor and his delegation to submit the above project proposal to the Department of National Planning and Monitoring for consideration and funding under the 2022 Public Investment Program (PIP) and Development Budgets respectively. With regards to development partner assistance, Deputy Secretary Aisi urged all provincial governments including that of Morobe Province to establish units within their respective structures to ensure constant liaison and collaboration/coordination with the relevant authorities, especially the National Planning Department to effectively draw- down on counterpart funding for development projects in their provinces.

Published on May 12, 2021