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‘Drowning in Waste’: Port Moresby’s flooded streets and the Coral Triangle crisis

Title: ‘Drowning in Waste’: Port Moresby’s flooded streets and the Coral Triangle crisis
Runtime: 5:44
Date posted: 7 hours ago
Description: Lisa Bun, a Marine Protected Area Officer with the Conservation and Environment Protection Authority, warns that the ocean is suffocating.

Whilst Port Moresby is growing, the amount of rubbish or waste is also increasing. Without proper waste management, much of that rubbish ends up in drains, rivers and eventually the ocean.

Plastic carried through these waterways is now threatening the Coral Triangle region, which is home to 76 percent of the world’s coral species.

What begins as rubbish on our streets is becoming a serious threat to our ocean.

Title: ‘Drowning in Waste’: Port Moresby’s flooded streets and the Coral Triangle crisis
Runtime: 8:19
Date posted: 7 hours ago
Description: Port Moresby is drowning and its not only from rainfall but waste.

Every wet season, streets flood, homes are affected, and people struggle to move around to and from within the city.

Blocked drains, illegal dumping and plastic waste makes flooding worse in the capital city.

But the waste does not stay on land. Heavy rainfall causes flooding that carries it through drains and waterways into the sea, threatening the Coral Triangle, one of the world’s richest marine areas.

PORT MORESBY STREET CHILDREN'S PLIGHT I NBC PNG

Title: PORT MORESBY STREET CHILDREN'S PLIGHT I NBC PNG
Runtime: 26:33
Date posted: 1 month ago
Description: The Number of Street Children is increasing in the National Capital District and it is a concern for the authorities to address. In this edition of the NBC Television Current Affairs Program, reporter Henrietta Yama takes a look at this growing issue in Port Moresby.

Title: HEALTH SERVICE COMMISSION I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:40
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: Health Minister Elias Kapavore says the Government of Papua New Guinea is considering creating a Health Service Commission to counter the shortage of health care workers in the country.

He says PNG is short of twenty thousand health workers, and this is one way the government plans to boost health workers in this sector.

Jaheb Akia with this story aired on 16/04/26.

Title: PNGDF RECRUITMENT PROBE I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:34
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: The independent investigation into the recruitment irregularities within the PNG Defence Force will formally begin, next week.

While announcing this, Prime Minister, James Marape also, said all other internal PNG Defence Force disciplinary processes and investigations have been halted until the independent external review is complete.

Cashmir Waken with this story aired on 16/04/26.

Title: PNGDF PERSONNEL WARNING I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:23
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: Papua New Guinea Defence personnel have been warned to stay out of politics as this could result in the PNGDF barred from participating in the 2027 National Election security operations.

Prime Minister, James Marape issued the warning after receiving reports of alleged political interference within the PNGDF recruitment exercise.

Cashmir Waken with this story aired on 16/04/26.

Title: MANUS LAND ADMINISTRATION I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:44
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: A new chapter in provincial governance has begun for Manus as the province officially takes control of its land administration and physical planning.

In a landmark ceremony held yesterday (14/04/26), ten members of the newly established Manus Provincial Land Board were formally sworn into office.

The event marks the first time the province has been granted a dedicated body to oversee local land matters, a significant shift from the previous centralized system.

Vanessa Waine with this story aired on 15/04/26.

Title: CONGENITAL SURGICAL PROCEDURE I NBC PNG
Runtime: 1:59
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: Paradise Private Hospital in Port Moresby has successfully completed its first congenital surgical procedure, marking a significant milestone in the hospital’s commitment to advancing specialist healthcare services in Papua New Guinea.

Last week, PPH’s multidisciplinary team performed a complex operation on an 8-year-old boy diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s Disease
without a stoma.

Hirschsprung’s Disease is a condition some children are born with, where a part of the bowel lacks the nerves needed to move stool along, causing waste not to pass through properly, leading to severe constipation or blockage.

Jaheb Akia with this report aired on 15/04/26.

Title: FUEL CONSUMERS HAPPY
Runtime: 3:46
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: It’s a sigh of relief on the faces of fuel consumers today (15/04/26).

Petroleum products paid at higher prices will revert back to the normal March price by midnight tonight.

NBC National News spoke to vehicle owners and taxi and bus drivers at one of the fuel service stations in Port Moresby.

And many have thanked the government for stepping in to subsidize high fuel costs but some say there must be long term solutions in place.

Quineth Wangoro with this story aired on 15/04/26.

Title: FUEL PRICES REDUCES
Runtime: 3:57
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: Good News to consumers,

As of mid-night tonight (15/04/26), retail fuel prices nationwide will be reset back to the prices of last month (March).

That is the guarantee from the consumer watchdog – the Independent Consumer and Competition Commission in a media conference in Port Moresby, today (15/04/26).

This means, fuel service station selling the increased April prices of K6.10 for petrol, K7.69 for diesel and K7.44 for kerosene, will readjust their prices back to K4.39 for petrol, K4.44 for diesel and K4.09 for kerosene.
Charles Yapumi this story aired on 15/04/26.

Title: SOLDIERS CLEAR ROADBLOCKS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:37
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: The roadblock set up by soldiers at Murray Barracks has now been cleared, following an overnight standoff in Port Moresby.

Despite the removal of the barricade, the soldiers have maintained a formal four-point ultimatum to the Papua New Guinea Defence Force hierarchy, calling for immediate accountability and an end to allege systemic corruption.

The soldiers had earlier blocked access roads leading to the barracks, describing their actions as a peaceful protest against irregularities within the force.

Christine Kildi with this report aired on 15/04/26.

Title: EPEL KAPINIAS 2ND TRY
Runtime: 0:19
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: One of two tries scored by Epel Kapinias

Title: GAIRO VORO TRY
Runtime: 0:20
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: A sneaky try by London Broncos #23 Gairo Voro

Title: MOREA MOREA 1ST TRY
Runtime: 0:15
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: London Broncos Fullback Morea Morea's 1st try in the Match against Sheffield Eagles.

PRIME MINISTER JAMES MARAPE'S 2026 EASTER MESSAGE I NBC PNG

Title: PRIME MINISTER JAMES MARAPE'S 2026 EASTER MESSAGE I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:35
Date posted: 4 months ago
Description: Prime Minister James Marape's Easter Message to the people of Papua New Guinea on Easter Day Friday 3rd April, 2026.

THE PLIGHT OF STREET CHILDREN IN PORT MORESBY I NBC PNG

Title: THE PLIGHT OF STREET CHILDREN IN PORT MORESBY I NBC PNG
Runtime: 30:32
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Papua New Guinea is sitting on a time-bomb that is expected to explode in the near future.
The longer the issue of street children is ignored, the more the inviable generation grows with each passing day.
Despite efforts from the National Office of Child and Family Services and other key partners, there’s been a significant growth in the number of street children nationwide.
NBC PNG Reporter Henrietta Yama reports on this issue that highlights the flight of street children aired on NBC PNG Current Affairs program on 11/03/26.

PAUL BARKER SPEAKS ABOUT PNG 2026 GREY LISTING I NBC PNG

Title: PAUL BARKER SPEAKS ABOUT PNG 2026 GREY LISTING I NBC PNG
Runtime: 29:00
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Papua New Guinea has been grey listed by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in February 2026.
NBC Current Affairs Jerry Tave speaks to Institute of National Affairs Director Paul Barker on what it means and its impact on ordinary Papua New Guineans.
This interview aired on NBC Current Affairs on 10/03/26.

Title: AIRWAYS HOST PNG CHIEFS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:16
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: The Airways Hotel Apartments is delighted to have been selected by the NRL and the Australian Rugby League Commission in the business of providing accommodation for the PNG Chiefs players, their families and staff in 2028.

In an exclusive interview with NBC National Sports, the Constantinou Group of Companies Chairman, George Constantinou, said they are happy to host the PNG Chiefs.

He has assured the safety of players, their families and staff.

Isaac Liri with this interview with George Constantinou aired on 10/03/26.

Title: PS NETBALL AWARDS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:02
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: The Public Servants Netball Competition Awards night has been hailed a success.

President Mary Nauga says the increase in the number of participants and young talents have been overwhelmingly for the season 2025 to 2026.

Isaac Liri reports on this story aired on 10/03/26.

Title: PNG MARITIME TRANSPORT I NBC PNG
Runtime: 7:54
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

Title: PNG FIGHT TRANSNATIONAL CRIME I NBC PNG
Runtime: 6:24
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

BPNG MONITORS ECONOMIC IMPACTS I NBC PNG

Title: BPNG MONITORS ECONOMIC IMPACTS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:34
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: The bank of Papua New Guinea has indicated that PNG is entering a period of heightened global uncertainty from a position of relative resilience.

This is in light of the United State, Israel and Iran war.

According to Bank of Papua New Guinea Governor, Elizabeth Genia, the Bank will continue to monitor developments closely and adjust policy settings if required to maintain price stability.

Susan Kania with more on this story aired on 10/03/26.

Title: PNG CHIEFS VILLAGE I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:03
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: A K200 million Residential Players Village has been secured at the Airways Hotel in Port Moresby for the Papua New Guinea’s NRL franchise PNG Chiefs.

This is part of a major infrastructure preparation in the countdown to the PNG Chief entry into the Australian National Rugby League in 2028.

A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site to officially launch the development of the C9 Apartment Residences which will serve as the long-term home for players, staff, and their families.

Suli Suli with this story aired on 10/03/26.

NSL 2025 FINANCIAL YEAR RESULTS I NBC PNG

Title: NSL 2025 FINANCIAL YEAR RESULTS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:00
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Good News for Nambawan Super members, the superfund has announced its 2025 Financial Year Results and posted 12% interest credited into its members savings accounts.

The Superfund Board made the announcement in Port Moresby on Tuesday 10th March 2026.

The 12% interest is higher compared to the 2024 Financial Year Result of 10.5%.

Charles Yapumi with this report aired on 10/03/26.

ELISEO ENCOURAGES LOCAL PRODUCTS I NBC PNG

Title: ELISEO ENCOURAGES LOCAL PRODUCTS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:01
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

Title: WAR IMPACT ON PNG BUSINESSES I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:04
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

TUTUMANG SUPREME COURT REFERENCE I NBC PNG

Title: TUTUMANG SUPREME COURT REFERENCE I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:12
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

Title: NARI EXPORT FACILITY NEEDED I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:27
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

CHIEF JUSTICE REFERRAL CONCERN I NBC PNG

Title: CHIEF JUSTICE REFERRAL CONCERN I NBC PNG
Runtime: 1:54
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

Title: PMGH HEART SURGERY I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:25
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

Title: BCL PARTNERS LLYODS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:43
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description

Title: AHIOMA BAILEY BRIDGE OPENS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:45
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: A Bailey Bridge opened in Alotau, Milne Bay province Tuesday 3rd March 2026 has been hailed a safe river crossing for commuters along East Cape Highway.
Priscilla Waikaidi reports.

Title: BSP MODERN ATM IN KUNDIAWA I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:33
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Bank South Pacific has unveiled a state-of-the-art Automatic Teller Machine at the Sir Joseph Nombri Memorial Kundiawa General Hospital in Simbu province on 4th March 2026.

This now boosts convenience for staff, patients, and visitors.

BSP Group General Manager Retail, Ronesh Dayal, described the new machine as the most modern in their fleet, underscoring the bank's commitment to its customers.

Benjamin Tabie with this report broadcasted on 04/04/26.

Title: WHP HEALTHCARE BOOST I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:15
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Healthcare in Western Highlands Province has received a major funding boost.

The Western Highlands Provincial Government has given K500, 000.00 to the Provincial Health Authority to purchase two new vehicles to improve health service delivery.

Vanessa Ripa with this report aired on 04/04/26.

Title: SMARTER SAFER SCHOOLS I NBC PNG
Runtime: 4:11
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: The Australian Government has invested K100 million towards the Smarter Safer School or 3s program in Papua New Guinea.

It will be rolled out in 600 schools across the country.

The program was officially launched on Wednesday 4th March 2026 at Iobuna Kouba Primary school in Centre Province.

Stella Martin with this story aired on 04/03/26.

PNG REMINDED OF MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT I NBC PNG

Title: PNG REMINDED OF MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT I NBC PNG
Runtime: 5:08
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Papua New Guineans have been reminded of the country’s strategic role in the region, amidst the ongoing US-Iran conflict.

Retired Major General Jerry Singirok and retired Commodore Ambassador Peter Illau, say PNG sits at a strategic crossroads of United States and China’s competition in the Pacific - adding that the world is watching the region at this time.

Meanwhile, the former Commanders of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force have cautioned and called on the Government of PNG to issue a formal public statement on PNG’s position of neutrality and non-alignment in the US-Israel and Iran conflict.

Gayleen Gamini with this report aired on 04/04/26.

Title: ENGA FIGHT LAW & ORDER I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:32
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Enga Governor Sir Peter Ipatas has assured the Provincial Police Commander of the Provincial Government’s support towards police to combat tribal fights including other law and order issues in the province.

The main aim of bringing in the expatriate officer is to instill discipline and restore confidence in the police force.

Emmanuel Eralia with this story aired on 04/03/26.

Title: NCD VEHICLE OWNERS WARNED I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:30
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Vehicle owners in the National Capital District have been given one month to register their vehicles, fix mechanical defects, and complete ownership transfers before police begin street evictions of unregistered and defective vehicles.

Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police and NCD-Central Commander, Benjamin Turi issued the directive following public calls to clear unsafe and illegal vehicles that are congesting Port Moresby’s roads.

Christine Kildi with this report aired on 04/04/26.

Title: PNGNA NEW GENSET I NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:39
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: The Papua New Guinea Nurses Association has taken measures to ensure its operations and services to its members nationwide are not disrupted in the future due to power blackouts.

This has been made possible with the installation of a 5KVA generator at it's headquarter in Port Moresby.

Jaheb Akia with this story aired on 03/03/26.

Title: MAJOR ROAD CONTRACTS SIGNED I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:05
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Two multi-billion Kina road contracts have been signed by the Governor General Sir Bob Dadae, enabling construction work to begin on road links in Central and East Sepik province.

The first contract is for the construction of the 242 kilometers of the Magi Highway from Moreguina Junction in Central to Gadaisu in Milne Bay Province.

Denyse Kalau with this report aired on 03/03/26.

Title: TIARA RECEIVES SUPPORT I NBC PNG
Runtime: 3:52
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: A 15-year-old vision impaired student of Tubusereia primary school in Central Province, has received life-changing support from Markies Precious Hands Foundation, to assist her continue her education.

Tiara Morea, currently doing grade 6, was donated a brand-new Classic Perkins Brallier and other mobility accessories, which will enable her to read, write and participate more effectively in her schoolwork.

Suli Suli has this story broadcasted on 03/03/26.

Title: TEACHERS FILES DIGITALIZATION I NBC PNG
Runtime: 5:36
Date posted: 5 months ago
Description: Over 50 thousand teachers are being targeted this year under the teacher file digitalization program.
This is to ensure all teachers’ data is recorded online for easy access.
Stella Martin with this report broadcasted on 03/03/26.

Title: PNG 2027 Election Funding
Runtime: 1:30
Date posted: 6 months ago
Description: More than K1billion is needed to conduct the 2027 national election in Papua New Guinea. The Treasury Department has revealed this in a meeting with the Special Parliamentary Committee on Elections.
Denyse Kalau with this report aired on 19/02/2026.

FAMILIES DISPLACED FOLLOWING EVICTION IN NCD I NBC PNG

Title: FAMILIES DISPLACED FOLLOWING EVICTION IN NCD I NBC PNG
Runtime: 25:21
Date posted: 6 months ago
Description: Families have been displaced following an eviction carried out at Rabiagini Settlement in Port Moresby. The eviction was a result of continuous lawlessness in this part of the city. NBC Current Affairs reporter Henrietta Yama has covered this story aired on 17/02/2026.

Title: PNG'S UNCONTROLLED POPULATION | NBC PNG
Runtime: 4:05
Date posted: 6 months ago
Description: Unplanned pregnancy has been identified as a leading factor in Papua New Guinea's growing population. This has seen a 6.5 million increase over a period of 10-years with an average growth rate of 2.2 per cent per year.
Jack Lapauve Junior report on this story.

Title: NBC PNG ONLINE Live Stream
Runtime: 0:00
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description

Title: Santos Cup round 3 Preview | NBC PNG
Runtime: 0:46
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: Round three of the Santos Cup will proceed again this weekend in Port Moresby, Lae and Mt Hagen for the first time.

Isaac Liri reports.

Aired Thursday 15th, August 2024.

Pini On PNG's Olympic Aspirations | NBC PNG

Title: Pini On PNG's Olympic Aspirations | NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:17
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: Team PNG Chef De Mission, Ryan Pini, has highlighted the need for Papua New Guinea to prepare well for future Olympic games.

Upon Team PNG’s arrival from Paris Olympics yesterday in Port Moresby, Pini commended the team while highlighting several factors that contributed to PNG not performing well at this international event.

Isaac Liri reports.

Aired Thursday 15th, August 2024.

Guidence And Examination Officers Undergo Workshop | NBC PNG

Title: Guidence And Examination Officers Undergo Workshop | NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:37
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: The Joint Universities Special Tertiary Admission Test Program for the University of Goroka has conducted a one-day workshop for guidance and examination officers of the Highlands Region.

The purpose of the workshop was to inform officers about various career pathways available through the University.

Vanessa Ripa reports.

Aired Thursday 15th, August 2024.

Minister For Defense Extends Condolences To Late Member For Central Bougainville | NBC PNG

Title: Minister For Defense Extends Condolences To Late Member For Central Bougainville | NBC PNG
Runtime: 2:00
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: Deputy Party Leader of the Social Democratic Party and Minister for Defense Dr. Billy Joseph has extended his condolence to the late Member for Central Bougainville.

Dr. Billy joined the Regional MP, Peter Tsiamalili Junior and travelled to Bougainville and repatriated the body of the late Fr. Simon Dumarinu to Port Moresby.

Aired Thursday 15th, August 2024.

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