NBC Central News

18/08/2025

Monday 18th August, 2025
HB LANDOWNERS PETITION GOVERNMENT FOR THE PAYMENT OF THEIR LAND ON WHICH THE GOVERNOR GENERALS RESIDENCE IS LOCATED.

Landowners from Hanuabada village staged a peaceful protest march this morning to the Government House to petition the Government on the delayed payments of their land on which the Governor Generals residence is located.

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15/08/2025

Communities in Central Province and especially parents are been urged to open their doors to vaccination teams to spread the word about the Polio Campaign, which was launched for the Province earlier this week.

Read more:
https://www.nbc.com.pg/post/25157/central-province-urges-parents-to-vaccinate-children-as-polio-campaign-begins

14/08/2025

What began as a village celebration for PNG’s 50th Independence Anniversary has turned into a bold push to transform Karekodobu from a subsistence-farming community into a hub for commercial agriculture and agro-tourism.

Read more: https://www.nbc.com.pg/post/25047/karekodobu-turns-50th-independence-celebrations-into-launchpad-for-commercial-farming-and-agro-tourism

05/08/2025

03/08/2025

Sunday 3rd August, 2025

New MKA Chairman calls for respect on Sundays

Hanuabada’s bustling betelnut market fell silent on Sunday morning as tradition took priority over trade.

Hon. Russel Simon Wavik, Chairman of the Motu Koita Assembly, made an unannounced visit, urging vendors and residents to treat Sundays as a sacred day of rest and reflection.

02/08/2025

MKA writs returned.

Electoral Commissioner Simon Sinai yesterday formally returned the writs for the 2025 Motu Koita Assembly Elections to the Minister for Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs, Soroi Eoe, marking the official conclusion of a successful election process.

Read more:
https://www.nbc.com.pg/post/24528/motu-koita-assembly-writs-returned-new-leaders-sworn-in

25/07/2025

Community Leader Russel Wavik is the new Motu Koita Assembly Chairman elect after surpassing the absolute majority count.

25/07/2025

Mere Daera has been elected as the Women’s Representative for Motu Koita West with 1,876 votes, while Gorame Momo has secured the Motu Koita East seat with 1,251 votes.

Read more: https://www.nbc.com.pg/post/24096/motu-koita-womens-representatives-confirmed-chairman-eliminations-underway

22/07/2025

https://www.nbc.com.pg/post/23944/koiari-landowners-demand-k15-million-outstanding-payment-threaten-to-shutdown-water-and-power-by-tomorrow

Landowners from Sirinumu and Rouna are demanding the National Government to urgently release outstanding K15 million payment, warning of continued peaceful sitting protests if their demands are ignored.

20/07/2025

MP Iduhu calls for suspension of 50th Independence events over safety concerns.

Hiri-Koiari MP Keith Iduhu has called for a suspension of entertainment events linked to the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations, citing growing public safety concerns after chaotic scenes unfolded at Sir Hubert Murray Stadium last night.

17/07/2025

Wednesday 16th July, 2025

RIGO DDA RECEIVES VEHICLES TO SUPPORT DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT AND EMPOWER LOCAL COMMUNITIES

-Statement-

The Honourable Sir Ano Pala, KBE CMG ISO MP, Member for Rigo and Minister for National Planning and Monitoring, today formally presented three vital service vehicles to the Rigo District Development Authority (RDDA) in a move aimed at strengthening social support systems, enhancing rural agricultural capacity, and aligning with the District’s Five-Year Development Plan.

The vehicle handover, included:
• 1 x Open-back Toyota Landcruiser
[Technical Support]
• 1 x Double-cab Toyota Landcruiser
[District Social Services Support Vehicle]
• 1 x 3-ton Isuzu Truck equipped with canopy and seating
[Minevu Cooperative Society]

Speaking at the presentation, Sir Ano Pala emphasized that these assets symbolize continued investment in grassroots development and the empowerment of remote communities.

“Our people are industrious, resilient, and full of potential. These vehicles are not just tools—they’re lifelines, connecting services and opportunities to places where they’re needed most,” stated Sir Ano.

The double-cab Landcruiser has been designated for district social services, serving as a dedicated transport vehicle for urgent outreach, health, education, and welfare programs across Rigo’s diverse terrains.

In a strategic move to bolster agricultural capacity, the three-ton Isuzu truck has been placed under the stewardship of Dr. Victor Vetari, specifically for use by the Minevu Cooperative Society, serving the Kware and Gegofi ~ Upper Sinavai communities of Rigo Central LLG, within the Nego language group.

The truck will act as a mobile support platform to transport fresh produce from village farms to markets—driving both sustainability and economic participation.
This initiative complements the Rigo District’s Five-Year Development Plan, focused on enabling rural villagers, SMEs, and farmers, to grow local capacity and access support services that lead to meaningful livelihood improvement.

“Rigo must lead by example in rural transformation. Equipping our communities with reliable infrastructure is essential to closing service gaps and creating new pathways for growth,” concluded Sir Ano.

The Office of the Member for Rigo will continue working with local stakeholders to monitor outcomes and ensure these vehicles serve the people with purpose and impact.