Prime Minister Peter O'Neill has officially open the Six-Mile to Bautama four-lane highway today.
The 11.2km stretch of the road cost K167m.
It was built by Hebou Construction Ltd. Hebou Construction General Manager Brett Young thanked Prime Minister and the government for funding the project and their visionary insight into the project.
The project was completed within 18 months within the budget with no additional variations.
The opening was also witnessed by NCD Governor Power Parkop, Moresby South MP Justin Tkatchenko, Moresby Northeast MP Labi Amaiu, Moresby Northwest MP Michael Malabag and other distinguished guests.