New Ireland

Friends allegedly aid in woman’s death

The Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of Kavieng Police alluded to jealousy, which resulted in the death of 40-year-old Joylyne Dion. 

It was alleged that suspect Andy Noel, nicknamed ‘Master’, had a relationship with the late Joylyne.

He saw her walking home with two men when he suspected her of having an affair. 

Between 9pm and 3am, on March 1st and 2nd, Andy and four of his friends got intoxicated and went to see Joylyne at the village camp. 

There, police said a small copra knife was used to slash open her throat. 

Joint Venture Expands Seafood Export

This strategic alliance unlocks direct access to lucrative Chinese markets for New Ireland's abundant marine bounty, including crabs, prawns, and crayfish.

The Joint Venture Agreement, signed amidst the buzz of the Provincial Executive Meeting on Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 in Kavieng, signals a bold move into the fishing industry.

Driver Sought After Uiam Bridge Collapse

Works Manager Collen Dickson, during his briefing to the Provincial Implementation Committee, disclosed that the elusive driver remains at large.

In response to the incident, the Namatanai Building and Civil Ltd (NBC), a subsidiary of the Namatanai District Development Authority (DDA), has been officially notified to spearhead the construction of a replacement bridge at the site.

New Ireland opens legal year

The event, held at the Kavieng National Court House, witnessed the presence of esteemed members of the legal community, government officials, and representatives from the law and justice sector.

The proceedings commenced at 8:30 am with a dignified march along Boluminski Road, led by members of the disciplinary forces, including the Police and Correctional Service. Justice Pitpit inspected a guard of honour before proceeding to the United Church grounds for the dedication service.

High surges hit unsuspecting villages

Villagers from Laraibina, Madina and Fissoa - along the Boluminsky Highway - said the tides started surging at approximately 2:30am on January 22nd, 2024. 

Commonly known as “king tide”, these unusually high water levels are caused by the orbits and alignment of the Earth, moon and sun, and normally occur once or twice in a year. 

On mainland Kavieng, several homes, food gardens and water sources were destroyed, with debris strewn along the Boluminsky Highway; reminiscent of the 2009 devastation. 

Bad weather causes havoc in New Ireland

Critical warnings have been given to villagers to move inland and also restrict the travelling of boats to and from the islands.

New Ireland Disaster Office Manager, Terence Tasia has condemned all transportation by boat as a warning of strong winds and swelling seas has been already issued. With yesterday’s (Tuesday 23rd January) sea swelling that was recorded as the highest, paving 30 meters inland, deposited debris and destroyed houses situated near the sea.

Arrested for K20,000 fake land deal

The defendant, from Lovarang village, allegedly told a couple in October this year that he was looking for buyers to purchase a friend’s piece of land.

Police said at that time, the couple was looking for land so they withdrew K20,000 and gave it to him.

“He told them to give him and the owner of the block a week to sort out the land title but instead, he got the money and escaped to Lihir and started using the money,” said the provincial police commander, Superintendent Albert Beli.

Man killed in Boluminsky hit-and-run

The deceased, identified as 35-year-old Benjamin Bokas, was reportedly sleeping towards the centre of the highway, near Kanam, when a cargo truck heading towards Kavieng sighted him.

The truck and its passengers stopped and reversed back to assist him off the road when another vehicle, heading towards Namatanai, ran over him.

The passengers of the truck and other villagers picked him up and took him to Namatanai hospital but he was pronounced dead on arrival.

He was then taken to the Kavieng General Hospital morgue.

Will Smith explores PNG’s hidden beauty

Smith's mission is to film a documentary for National Geographic titled "Welcome to Earth," delving into PNG's breathtaking natural landscapes and rich cultural tapestry.

Leading a formidable team of 60, Smith will traverse three distinct locations within PNG: Tavuvur in East New Britain, Tens Island in the St Matthias group of islands, and Kavieng in New Ireland province. The month-long expedition aims to encapsulate the unique and diverse landscapes, as well as the rich cultures that define Papua New Guinea.

New Irelanders challenged

Social services chief executive officer of the New Ireland Provincial Administration, Benson Apelis, issued the challenge during the commemoration of PNG’s 48th Independence anniversary on September 16th.

“New Ireland is rich with its diverse cultures – such as malangan, kabai, tubuan – flora and fauna, white sandy beaches, best tourism spots in PNG, two gold mines, high human intelligence and peace and tranquillity stretching across our beautiful Bilas Peles,” Apelis outlined.