POLICE believe the failed robbery of about $4 million outside the Westpac Bank in Honiara was well planned and not coincident. Provincial Police Commander (PPC) for Central Police, Jack Balaga said it was a first degree robbery because of its brutal consequence. Mr Balaga said the robbery had also put the lives of the travelling…
The Honiara City Council (HCC) this week held an open forum with some stakeholders in the City. This was purposely to discuss the implementation of the seven-meter by- law, which is part of the new executive’s 100-day plan. During the forum, City Mayor Alfrence Fatai appealed to the stakeholders to cooperate and contribute towards making…
HONIARA City Law Enforcers are now prepared to begin their duties as the council prepares to implement the seven-meter by-law aimed at eradicating vendors from the streets. This came following questions raised by the public as to who will be implementing the bylaws as of February one. “We were told to prepare to enforce the…
LEADER of Independent group in parliament Manasseh Maelanga stands by his earlier warning to the government on its intentions to appoint its political appointees, advisors, political offices, and national consultants. ‘’Many appointments have been made by any Government of the day, it is usual government business, however my call was made in light of the…
RNZI: A five-day blockade that cut fuel supplies to Papua New Guinea’s capital, Port Moresby, and forced some power stations to close has ended. The blockade was imposed by villagers from Hanuabada last week after two betel nut vendors were allegedly shot by police when they fired into a crowd. Our correspondent, Todagia Kelola, says…