East New Britain

Late Pomio EO farewelled

He passed away at the Nonga General Hospital after he had collapsed and was rushed there on Saturday, March 16th.

Born in October in 1965 and a seismologist by profession, the late Lawrence hailed from Rovan village in the West Pomio LLG of Pomio District, and had served as the EO to the Member for Pomio for the past eight years, since Elias Kapavore won the by-election in 2015.

Kokopo observes International Day of Forests

Attended by the PNG Forest Authority and the East New Britain Provincial Administration, the event was also witnessed by students and members of the public at Kokopo Market.

Forest awareness for students

The awareness was conducted on Wednesday led by the Provincial Forestry Unit, District DPI Sector and supported by OISCA Training Centre. The awareness was a lead-up program to yesterday’s International Day of Forests commemoration which emphasised on the theme: “Forests and Innovation; New Solutions for a Better World.”

New LLG to build headquarters

Mamusi Yana is among the five new LLGs in East New Britain. Of the five, two are in Pomio and three in the Gazelle district.

While work is progressing for the Mamusi Yana LLG at Mapuna ward, Inland Pomio LLG is in queue for its infrastructural establishment at Kapkena ward.

Tomadir Softball Revived

From its humble beginnings back in the 90s Tomadir softball under the foundation of President Cleopas Warpit became one of the biggest and most well-run Associations not only in the Gazelle but in East New Britain as a whole. The association’s track record speaks for itself.

ENB call for support of agro programs

East New Britain provincial administrator, Levi Mano made these remarks during the opening of the Division of Agriculture and Livestock industry annual conference at the Malapau Beach resort on Monday.

Mr Mano stated that agricultural programs must be effectively supported for people to progress the agriculture sector's objectives.

“We must change the way we conduct ourselves as an administration. To reduce the burden of executing our plans, we must collaborate and include private service providers,” he said.

Kokopo market declared as healthy marketplace

The declaration is based on the World Health Organization's (WHO) and National Department of Health's (NDoH) Healthy Island Concept (HIC).

WHO Representative Nola N'drewei said Kokopo market is currently modelled as a healthy marketplace after fulfilling several HIC standards.

The standards include water and sanitation, waste management, and general layouts and operations of the market.

She lauded the ENB provincial market authority for the careful management of market infrastructure and the overall layout of the market.

Safety at sea training vital in maritime industry

The training in Kokopo was delivered in partnership with the ENB Provincial Administration through the Provincial Fisheries Division under the ENB Provincial Government and National Fisheries Authority MOA for fisheries development and management in the province.

This comprehensive course equipped participants with essential skills and knowledge to ensure the safety and well-being of crew members and passengers aboard ships.

Lawlessness places strain on hospitals

Dr Kauve Pomat, a Paediatrician with the Rabaul Provincial Hospital highlighted this recently when expressing his concern on the recent upsurge of lawlessness in Rabaul District.

He said the escalation of lawlessness in the province, has placed a strain on the Rabaul Provincial hospital in terms of a surge in trauma cases, overwhelming their resources and personnel.

“The surgical unit is receiving trauma cases daily. The trauma is human inflicted and is something that can be stopped if there is a collaborative approach,” Dr Pomat said

Rarongo Theological College graduates inspired

The event on Sunday November 19 in East New Britain was attended by distinguished guests, proud parents and the 45 graduating students.

76-year-old Sir Moi Avei, known for this wisdom, integrity and dedication to serving the nation, captivated the audience with his powerful works. He commended the hard work and perseverance of the graduates and emphasized the significance of their chosen paths