Employment with Brunel International and Santos Ltd in Lae

Life at Lae Morobe Province. Brunel International South East Asia PNG Limited and Santos Ltd provided the opportunity to be with the PNG Biomass and its an pleasure to be with leading international companies. Resigned on the 09.12.2022 to join public service. That was also a moment to remember, shifting away from Private sector to private sector after 10 years. Below are few photo collections while at a rented residence at East Taraka, Lae Morobe Province in 2022.

A CONCEPT PLAN IS REQUIRED FOR WAPENAMANDA TOWN RE-DEVELOPMENT & EXPANSION

By Stan Tondop

The recent visit by the Prime Minister Hon. James Marape upon the invitation of Wapenamanda MP and Vice Minister for Works and Highways Hon. Micky Kaeok has compelled me to put this up. Wapenamanda District doesn't need a flyover at this very point in time. Rather, Wapenamanda needs a "Concept Plan for Town Re-development & Extension".
Wapenamanda District is the main access point both through air and road into Enga Province. It is widely known as the gateway to other parts of the Province. The only airport in Enga is located in the heart of Wapenamanda Town apart from the Kairik Airstrip in Porgera commonly used by employees of Porgera Gold Mine who flies in and out on a chartered basis. Road network from Mt. Hagen to Enga’s Capital Wabag through Wapenamanda is sealed throughout and just perfect compared to others within the Highlands Region of Papua New Guinea.
Wapenamanda District has some of the pioneer government institutions such as the Pausa St. Pauls Secondary School, Mambisanda Lutheran Hospital, and the Wapenamanda Airport (recently rehabilitated). These are all situated within the

HON.MIKI KAEOK'S POPULAR NAME TAG " ATM & KANAKAE" IS NO MORE

By Lungipin Remcy

Hon. Miki Kaeok's popular name tag "ATM" largely defined by his passion for sharing is a symbol of care and love he has for his people.
However, many critics say that such is an attitude of a "kanakae" to lure votes and maintain social relations in the society.
Despite this, Hon. Miki Kaeok, MP and Vice Minister for Works & Highways in his first public address to his people of Wapenamanda, Enga and PNG said that his name tag "ATM" is best replaced with "Kalai-akali or Wokman" and "Kanakae" with "Saveman". He came with a Hope unite all educated elites to help redevelop policy frameworks and rehabilitate and rebuild Wapenamanda from it's slumber and ruins.

Photo Collections 2019-2022

Few photo collections for 2019-2022. These photos will surely bring back the old memories in many years. Photos from Mt Hagen central and Lumusa LLG of Western Highlands Province.

Little McRyan's visit to UoT 2022 (Oct)

Little McRyan visited the PNG University of Technology on the 16/11/20122 before his 2nd Birthday. His Birthday was celebrated at a rented residential home at East Taraka, Lae Morobe Province in a property owned by a family from Tambul district of Western Highlands Province. McRyans dad was working with Santos project, PNG Biomass, through Brunel International South East Asia PNG Ltd. Below photos were captured in a afternoon walk to the university.  

05th January 2023


By Charlie Clye Tikaro

What a turn of events between a landowner group vs ExxonMobil & State. It was all in favour of the landowners until it reaches Supreme Court. And sadly, the landowners will now meet the entire legal costs for the State and ExxonMobil.
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Lawsuits by landowners relating to the 2009 Kokopo Umbrella Benefit Sharing Agreement (UBSA) and License-Based Benefit Sharing Agreement (LBBSA) derived from the PNG LNG project were now statutorily time barred.
This means any cases filed against the State where the cause of action is based on the UBSA and LBBSA would not be entertained by the courts since the issue was now statutorily time barred

MARAPE GOVERNMENT NEEDS TO RESERVE THE DECISION TO ALLOW CHINA BANK IN PNG!

By Richard Marainump

There is too many risks in this decision of allowing China to operate bank in PNG.

1》In the long run the Chinese bank will try all possible means to buy off local banks after it has rooted itself and try to finance and facilitate all Chinese businesses in PNG to be competitive with local businesses of which some are already in existence or doing and this will only add fuel to the fire.
2》There is possibility of China bank taking over PNG banking industry because the government has already created unfavorable environment for the operating local banks and if the China bank gives a good competition, there is possibility of these banks dying out like Wespac and ANZ in PNG. And where do we go if that happens?

MD Rex Kinpogi achieved so much for National Airport Corporation

Rex Kipongi, MD

By Rex Kipongi

As the year 2022 comes to an end tonight, I just want to share about FORGIVENESS! Rex Kipogi, MD Each of us have our own memories of Yr 2022, positives and negatives, achievements and challenges - all part of experiences in this life's journey.

For me, 2022 has been a successful year. Achieved a lot in NAC. Successfully delivered three Airports - Momote, Vanimo and recently Kavienunder CADIP Phase 1 and successfully negotiated CADIP Phase 2. Above all, restored CONFIDENCE and brought STABILITY in NAC. These were milestone achievements for staff and the organisation. These are among many impacts projects delivered in NAC in this year 2022 under my leadership.

Story of Little McSteven of Tsak Valley

Little McSteve Junior Zipakali is from YOPO tribe, when he was 9 months old he lost his father Junior in a tribal fight in Tsak valley of Wapenamanda district, Enga Province in 2021. McSteven is a first born son of a young marriage which ended in a merciless killing right in front of their store in a market near their house. Late Junior, a teacher who was seen to have ventured into his mini business of retailing, wholesaling and money sales to many public servants and local business owners in Tsak valley. His was shot death in front of his store in an evening. 

Little McSteven, after his father's death his health condition had dropped so rapidly. Not so good as before. His body was vulnerable to all kinds of diseases (ref photos). 

He was taken to Mt Hagen on a Friday 26th of July, 2022 by his grand father and mother. He was then given the best medical treatment at Mt Hagen General hospital by his grandma Priscilla Pole. His health had improved a lot afterward. He grew healthy with his uncle McRyan who was born in a same month of November in 2020. They are now best friends ever. 

Peace Restoration with 270 Pigs, K250,000 plus 12 cows as Compensation

Tears seeing myself surrounded by only young men of my age. Not many elders who could stand behind us to guide us in such social and community obligations. 

I take this time to thank my big bro Livingstone Nyeta for your presence in every community obligations as these. You become father to us young men in the community after our fathers have left us so early. We are learning to be part of the community in such social and community obligations. Yesterday was one of those challenging moment when our young men in Dickson Waso, Beamin Tombingi, Willie James, Noah Kunea, Sauwan Wasia and myself decided to take this responsibility at this age. We walked into the main arena to join rest of the tribesmen in an effort to restore peace between Waimin and Aluni tribes of Wapenamanda district, Enga Province. 

Total of K250,000+ money, 270 pigs, 12 cows to our neighboring Aluni tribe (Day#1+Day#2+Day3+bell kol contributions).

Hon Rimbink Pato picked Box#22 for Year 2022 NGE in a draw box

Hon Rimbink Pato, OBE, MP

After all formalities have been completed, District Returning Officer, Area returning officers and other Electrol Commission officials drew the candidate number infront of the Wapenamanda District Administation building. It happens that #22 was picked up from the draw BOX as candidate number for Hon Rimbink Pato this NGE 2022 infront of over 3,000 people including all candidates. So why some 'Thomas' in Wapenamanda keep on turning blind eye.

Wapenamanda has many impact projects under Hon Rimbink Pato. Projects such as K15m district market (approved on 29th of April and being designed now), Tsak rural electrification which will connect entire Tsak valley, K25m Tsak road sealing under O'Neil Govt, K100m Lumusa-Wapenamand missing road link captured in 2022 National Budget, K46m Wapenamanda airport rehabilitation are some of the impact projects under Hon. Rimbink Pato OBE MP. Not all districts in PNG see such impact projects. 

Multi million kina projects as these never come so easily. It needs top political leadership and RP fits that very well. You will never regret voting him back this NGE 2022.

A TRIBE CONFESSED

The Waimin Yanga tribe of Tsak LLG of Wapenamanda District of Enga Province has confessed that it sinned against God in many ways.
The believes that there is joy, happiness, success, prosperity, humility and peace in the House of the Lord.
Another chapter opened in our tribe's history. Thank you to everyone who had come to Angutamanda for the week's Crusade. Thank you to everyone who had helped us with food, money and prayers. All Glory and Honour to Him alone.

          

Willful murderer Frank Angata Ymin must face the full blunt of the kaw

The willful murderer of Junior Tumu Aluni, Frank Angata Ymin was on run after the killing occurred on 27th July 10am at Wapenamanda police compound.

The willful murderer surrendered to police on the 04th of August 2021.
After the culprit who took barbaric action to destroy the two innocent tribes was locked behind bars, the two tribes Aluni and Waimin have set an precedent to solve the problem for now and in the near future.

These are the five conditions signed under Statutory declaration act.
The statutory declaration was signed in the presence of PSC Wapenamanda David and Wapenamanda law enforcement team lead by John Tuink.
CONDITIONS;
1. Willful murderer Frank Angata must face the full blunt of the LAW
2. No bail nor fine
3. No compensation
4. No tribal war/fight
5. If the murderer happens to escape in any means, both parties will again bring him back to the justice.

The Waimin tribe and Aluni tribe will not start or declare any form of war/fight FOR ANYONE'S PERSONAL INTEREST.
THIS GENERATION WILL MAINTAIN PEACE FOR ALUSAI AS LONG AS THIS GENERATION LIVES.

CHIEF POLE YALUMA CALLS FOR PAYMENT FOR AWARDS, RETRENTCHMENT, RETIREMENT AND RESIGNMENT

Dear Sir,

REF:  PAYMENT FOR AWARDS, RETRENTCHMENT, RETIREMENT AND RESIGNMENT FOR CR. POLE YALUMA.

Chief Pole with his 6th wife

I am Councilor Pole Yaluma of Lumusa LLG in the Mul Baiyer Lumusa District. I am the current ward councilor for Kissan Clan of the Poma Tribe.

I am married with six wives and I have fourth generation in my family today and am growing old, hundred – seventeen (117) years old (1904-2021).

Brief history on leadership I provided on services during colonial times up until now.

1.      In 1932, the district commissioner of Wapenamanda appointed me a Bos Boi to look after the 16 tribes of Lumusa District when that time Lumusa was part of Wapenamanda District. I was a young man not even married. My job included awareness on Government services that are to come and enforce Law and Good Order in their communities. I was a Bos Boi for 9 years (1932- 1940).

2.       1941, the district commissioner of Wapenamanda appointed me a Luluai to look after 16 tribes of Lumusa District Commissioner for big penalties. I was Luluai for 11 years (1941- 1952). That time, I was already married with three (3) wives with 8 children.

One of my tasks was bringing the convicted (kalabus lain) from home (Lumusa to wapenamanda). It took me 2-3 days to travel.

Few old photo collection from the Highlands of Papua New Guinea

Wewak Airport Redevelopment Launched - PM Thanks ADB for support

Peoples National Congress

The Prime Minister has officially launched a critical infrastructure development for East Sepik Province in Wewak today with the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the runway extension, new terminal building and associated works at the Wewak Airport.
In his remarks, PM O’Neill highlighted the vital importance of air travel in Papua New Guinea.
“Highly functional airports are essential in our country for us to truly advance,” the Prime Minister said.
“It is more important than ever that we link our provinces so that people and goods can move.
“This is important for healthcare, for education and for moving perishable goods to

Who will we blame for misuse of funds?

BY JOE WASIA

Senseless leaders and bureaucrats have abused the rights of the 7 million plus people to development benefits and better services.

AUS Aid and all other development funds for this country are not being well utilized and are misused. But I wonder who actually mismanage and fraud all the funds. Who can we blame for all the corrupt practice?

I believe there are four groups of people responsible for the socio-economic problems in the country and not only the government.

First, the members of parliament should make the right decisions in the best interests of the people. Our MPs should channel funds into the appropriate projects and appoint the right people on merit than beneficiaries to account for all the consequences.

Our leaders shouldn’t entertain their relatives or political allies to run the show. They should understand that they need to uphold the peoples’ interests at all costs.

Corruption is not far in office where you have your friends working beside and unfortunately we have adopted this concept and has become systematic in all levels of our government systems.
The public service machinery is the most important department of the government but has lost focus.
They have failed the government in implement their roles to achieve the government goals and objectives. The public service machinery should identify the priorities of the people and bring tangible and socio-economic development to the rural places.

The bureaucrats and the public services in control of development funds are not transparent in diverting funds into the areas where it is needed.

The consultants and advisors especially Australians are dominating our government system, education, health and policy development. I think our own experts can do a better job.

LEADERSHIP STYLE: WESTERN -VS- MELANESIAN

BY BRYAN KRAMER

In recent days I've noticed there has been much discussion on social media comparing the leadership style between myself and Governor of East Sepik Allan Bird in relation to the Prime Minister Peter O'Neill's visit to our Provinces.

While some have tried to explain it in the context of Melanesian versus Western style leadership, what most don't realize is that both have a lot more in common than they think.

Anthropologist (people who study various aspects of humans within past and present societies) describe Melanesian Hausman as very important institutions where cultural values and norms were taught by elders to sustain the Melanesian people over the decades and centuries.

They emphasis that Hausman are bases of governance, politics, culture, law and order, education, and address political, social and cultural issues of the society.

Hausman are chaired by chiefs and headmen who maintained social order, and law and

Congratulations Dr Samson Amean On Your Reappointment As Enga Provincial Administrator

BY ROBIN LAKARI

Congratulations Dr Samson Amean for your reappointment as head of the Enga provincial public service.

The renewal of your contract for another term of four years is truly a milestone achievement for the province as you became the country’s (first) longest serving provincial administrator. 

We all should be proud of this. I also treat the appointment as a vote of trust and confidence by the top level Government of Prime Minister Peter O’Neill and his Cabinet in your record leadership in stewarding service delivery including project development, all towards nation building.

Not only that, your no nonsense management knack on upholding the public (administrative) system including staff and general procurement (of public resources) would also be the shinning factors that contributed to attracting Government’ attention.

Otherwise, as a member of the provincial public service (in the capacity as head of a school), I will be looking forward to working closely with you to ensure that our province sees another term of four successful years of service delivery including stability that our provincial political leadership under Grand Chief Sir Peter Ipatas requires very much to move our province to another level.

With that I wish you and your family a joyous Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2019..

Despite Governor Ipatas’ Quality Education Campaign In 2017-The 2018 Results Take A Nose Dive.

BY SANDY TALITA

Thank you Mr Education Minister & his secretary for weeding out corruption n politics in the Education Department in Papua New Guinea.

Many provinces in the country thrived on corrupt schemes in collaboration with senior officers in your department by;
1) Providing exam answer sheets
2) Collaboration on biased selection by higher institutions despite low GPAs
3) Biased ranking of Secondary Schools n not on merit n performance.
4) Misuse n mis application of Enga Subsidy n used the uneven distribution as a political tool to solicit favors n garner political support. Enga was no exception, perhaps it was first.

Since the introduction of the online selections, the true colors of Engas much publicized Education showed up in the 1st year of introduction. Most of us are amused on its turn around results. It's fitting to say; time to identify sheep from goat has finally arrived