National Capital District (NCD)

NCD police challenged to perform

This is the second parade directed this year in Moresby North East, spear headed by the NCD Metropolitan Superintendent, Chief Inspector Silva Sika.

The purpose of the parade is to highlight the issues of law and order in NCD and boost the performance of police offices making their role visible to the community.

Public safety officers and other specialist officers in each sectors of the police department took part in the parade.

Police Concerned Over Murders

The most recent incident occurred at the Manu Auto-port informal market on Thursday, June 15, where a Goilala man was brutally killed. The victim was chased by the perpetrators and hacked to death along the road.

In a media statement, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Anthony Wagambie Jr., condemned this act of violence. He said one suspect from Hela Province has been arrested and detained in connection with this killing.

NCDC works on minimizing flooding

City Manager, Ravu Frank, commended the positive outcome, but is emphasizing on the need for further work to address the issue permanently.

Measures taken include clearing encroachments, scaling up cleaning and unblocking drainages, and engaging hydrology engineers for lasting solutions.

An establishment for a demolition exercise was located in 26 areas in the city allowing the flow of drain waters. The exercise has already taken place and is currently in process in some areas where residents have encroached on reserves.

PNG host OFC women’s champions league

Now, hot on the heels of qualifying for the FIFA Women’s World Cup playoff tournament in February, PNG plays host to the inaugural OFC Women’s Champions League in Port Moresby from June 1-10.

A country with a population of over nine million people, PNG is the world’s third largest island country and is one of the most linguistically diverse nations on earth, with over 800 indigenous languages spoken across its’ vast land area.

Unleaded Petrol back in supply

According a media statement, re-fuelling commenced at all PUMA Energy locations covering Port Moresby since midday yesterday.

PUMA Energy Country Manager, Hulala Tokome said: “While there were circumstances out of our control (weather related in Australia), it is vital that we manage any situation. Our team has done this, minimising disruptions to all our valued customers.”

PIH Medical Centre Rainbow

The new branch was officially launched on Friday 31 March, 2023 by NCD Governor Powes Parkop, and witnessed by the PIH Board and Management.

The PIH Medical Centre will serve the Rainbow, Gerehu, and other nearby communities.

Governor Parkop express deep gratitude to PIH for the medical intervention in saving lives, including his own.

“But it’s the PIH that did the intervention that finally stabilized me and I went down to Gold coast and more intervention and I’m here today with you so I’m very, very pleased so thank you all for saving my life,” Parkop said.

VC Police Post Reopens

National Capital District Metropolitan Superintendent Silva Sika opened the post for police officers to use and provide police presence in the area and also the government properties that are near the area.

After Sika’s discussion with the management of Vision City had agreed to reopen the police post for police officers to utilize the building as it is already there must be used to serve its purpose.

City residents cautioned

Although there was no emergency cases relating directly to the heavy downpour that was attended to on Saturday, St John are reminding the public to be aware of the potential risks and take the necessary precautions to keep safe.

St John have warned not to drive through flood water unless taking appropriate measures, and in a suitable vehicle.

To never play in flood water as flood water is dangerous and can be contaminated with fecal matter, industrial chemicals and diseases.

NCDC to take action

City Manager, Ravu Frank and the NCDC engineers, made a quick catchment analysis for the possible causes of the flood and several reasons was found to be the cause of the flooding.

The meeting also included the consultancy of a Papua New Guinean hydrology expert based in Brisbane, he advised that the downpour occurred over two hours in high intensity, therefore the impact was massive and unprecedented.

City celebrates World Health Day

Health is everyone's business, and it all starts with the individuals by eating right, exercising regularly and maintaining good health habits are the first steps towards promoting health.

Governor of NCD, Powes Parkop emphasized this when marking World Health Day in the city.

He said in times of emergencies, doctors play a critical role in providing care, but it is equally important for individuals to do their part. The government and agencies like WHO Papua New Guinea complete the equation by providing support and resources.