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Repatriation for Telefomin students attending UOG 12.11.25 The Minister for Works & Highways and Member for Telefomin H...
12/11/2025

Repatriation for Telefomin students attending UOG

12.11.25

The Minister for Works & Highways and Member for Telefomin Hon. Solan Mirisim, MP today committed his support towards the repatriation of Telefomin District students attending the University of Goroka.

Mr Mirisim says the termination of the academic year gives him no option but to move his students out of Goroka.

More than 151 students from Telefomin have enrolled at UOG this year which makes it the highest enrolment tally to date.

Among them were also students from Nuku, Aitape Lumi and Vanimo Green who accompanied their colleagues to Mt Hagen in a convoy under police es**rt provided by the Mt Hagen MS 07.

Minister Mirisim has made arrangements for all the students to travel out of Hagen by air and will ensure no one is left behind.

He appeal to the students to look after themselves while in Hagen awaiting their departure to each respective districts.

Ends.....

Photos of the West Sepik Students departing University of Goroka this afternoon.

24/09/2025

Minister Solan Mirisim Calls for Urgent Progress on Frieda River Project

Port Moresby, 24th September 2025– Works and Highways Minister and Member for Telefomin, Hon. Solan Mirisim, has called for the Frieda River Copper and Gold Project to commence without delay, describing it as a transformative development opportunity for his district and the country.

Minister Mirisim said the long-awaited project holds the potential to drive economic growth, create jobs, and deliver critical infrastructure in one of the most remote regions of Papua New Guinea.

“The Frieda River Project is not just about mining—it is about opening up Telefomin and bringing services, roads, and opportunities to our people. I am adamant that this project must get off the ground at the earliest possible time,” Minister Mirisim said.

He emphasised that resource projects, when managed responsibly, can become powerful vehicles for progress and prosperity, both locally and nationally.

Minister Mirisim reaffirmed his commitment to working with all stakeholders to ensure the project is developed in a way that balances economic benefits, environmental safeguards, and social responsibility.

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11/09/2025

Scott Waide. Welcome to Telefomin. It's good to have you back to witness an occasion that truly reflects why the people of Telefomin will be celebrating this road connectivity on the 50th Golden Jubilee of our great nation of Papua New Guinea.

Enjoy your staying and don't make this your last visit, we will always be happy to host you anytime you decide to come back again.

Wara Bon Bridge. Thank you Telefomin DDA & Telefomin District Agreement for the funding support.The bridge was construct...
05/09/2025

Wara Bon Bridge.

Thank you Telefomin DDA & Telefomin District Agreement for the funding support.

The bridge was constructed by Ipwenz Construction Limited who are delivering the Tabubil- Telefomin road.

We are honored to have Prime Minister Hon. James Marape,MP visiting Telefomin.The Prime Minister will officially open th...
04/09/2025

We are honored to have Prime Minister Hon. James Marape,MP visiting Telefomin.

The Prime Minister will officially open the Tabubil-Telefomin Road coinciding with our independence celebrations.

Come join us and be part of Papua New Guinea Golden Jubilee Celebration.

A sight of relief.On this night of Wednesday 3rd September the street lights installation at our District HQ had to be t...
03/09/2025

A sight of relief.

On this night of Wednesday 3rd September the street lights installation at our District HQ had to be tested.

It was pleasing to see the streets from Dekim compound right down to the CHW school lighten up.

The installation work stopped today and will continue to the nearby village of Drolengam, Ankem, Sintem and further on to Kobex and Trefolip.

Our residence and visitors can now move freely in the night.

Let us look after this vital service for long term.

The 90 meters Yellow River Bridge about to be completed before September 16th in Namea LLG of Telefomin District.Connect...
01/09/2025

The 90 meters Yellow River Bridge about to be completed before September 16th in Namea LLG of Telefomin District.

Connecting Vanimo and Telefomin to Connect PNG.

Ibil Junior High School ********************Construction of 8 in 1 classroom, three staff house and a new Health Centre ...
01/09/2025

Ibil Junior High School

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Construction of 8 in 1 classroom, three staff house and a new Health Centre at Ibil in the Nekalimin LLG is underway.

This will turn a new leaf for students in the Yapsie LLG and the new Nekalimin LLG. Students will no longer walk for days to Telefomin station or travel further to Tabubil or Kiunga to continue their High School and further their studies.

Challenge now is to ensure this construction is completed before end of this year so that students can move into this new facility.

Part of this project is to built a male and female dormitory, ablution block, mass hall, administration building and three more staff house.

This project is also funded by the Telefomin DDA in collaboration with Telefomin District Development Agreement under the leadership of Hon. Solan Mirisim, who is the Minister for Works and Highways and Member for Telefomin.

The school is located in Ibil in the new Nakalimin LLG of Telefomin District, West Sepik Province.

Mianmin Junior High School Double Classroom under construction.Fully funded by the Telefomin Development Authority in co...
01/09/2025

Mianmin Junior High School Double Classroom under construction.

Fully funded by the Telefomin Development Authority in collaboration with the Telefomin Development Agreement.

Minister for Works & Highways & Local MP Hon. Solan Mirisim plans to increase number of Junior High Schools in the district to cope up with the current National Education reform.

The school is located in West Mianmin part of Telefomin Rural LLG, Telefomin District, West Sepik Province.

BUILDING ROADS, BUILDING THE NATIONThis morning, under the bright sun, I walked through all the project sites. Along the...
22/08/2025

BUILDING ROADS, BUILDING THE NATION

This morning, under the bright sun, I walked through all the project sites. Along the way, I came across a man whose passion for his work immediately stood out. He was a committed and seasoned excavator operator with Teokyana Holdings Limited, named Michael, from Faywolmin.

Michael looked excited as he checked over his machine, making sure everything was ready for the day’s task—working on the Telefomin to Oksapmin Road. His focus and pride in his work captured my attention, and I couldn’t resist stopping to chat with him. After a brief exchange and a photo, I left him to his duties and continued my walk.

As I moved on, my thoughts drifted back to the early years of Papua New Guinea’s establishment. Before independence, our grandfathers built roads and airstrips with nothing more than digging sticks, spades, and determination. They carved connections into the rugged mountains and valleys with sheer willpower, creating the foundation for a nation on the rise.

Today, Michael’s excavator stands as a symbol of how far we have come. With its strength and efficiency, it will open a road to Oksapmin—bringing access, opportunities, and hope to communities that once struggled in isolation.

As we approach another Independence Day, I cannot help but reflect on the unbroken chain of sacrifice and service that links our forefathers to the engineers, operators, and builders of today. Through Connect PNG and many other development programs, these modern nation-builders are carrying forward the vision of progress.

To Michael, and to all the hardworking men and women who continue to shape the face of our nation through roads, bridges, and vital infrastructure—I salute you. You are the lifeline of Papua New Guinea’s future.

God Bless Papua New Guinea!!!!!!

JHimina, Telefomin Station

Electricity is an essential need for the district public service, business houses and residence.Tonight around 6pm the s...
21/08/2025

Electricity is an essential need for the district public service, business houses and residence.

Tonight around 6pm the switch at Infuma hydro was turned on lighting up the District Headquater.

Minister for Works and Highways and Member for Telefomin Hon. Solan Mirisim, MP has this to say.

"Congratulation team Katai & AG Energy you have made me and my people proud for the first time after so many years, its not easy for such services to come back with improved system and we have to start somewhere and today we have arrived at the destination congratulations are in order 👏👏👏"

TO : GENERAL PUBLIC – PEOPLE OF TELEFOMIN : COMMUNITY LEADERS : BUSINESS HOUSES & TRADE STORE OPERATORS SUBJ...
19/08/2025

TO : GENERAL PUBLIC – PEOPLE OF TELEFOMIN
: COMMUNITY LEADERS
: BUSINESS HOUSES & TRADE STORE OPERATORS

SUBJECT: TOTAL LIQUOR BAN FOR TELEFOMIN DISTRICT

The Telefomin District Development Authority (DDA) Board, in line with the decision of the District Management Team (DMT) Meeting No. 12-04 of 2025, Resolution No. 5 dated 8th July 2025, hereby imposes a total ban on the sale, consumption, and possession of alcohol and illicit drugs within Telefomin District. This ban will take effect from Monday, 25th August 2025 to Tuesday, 30th September 2025 and applies across all Local Level Government areas — Telefomin LLG, Oksapmin East LLG, Oksapmi West LLG, Yapsie LLG, Nekalimin LLG, and Namea LLG. The decision is taken in the best interest of peace, law and order, and to provide a safe and secure environment during this important period for the district.

All individuals, business houses, trade stores, and operators are hereby directed to comply with this notice. The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, District Law and Order Unit, and LLG Authorities will strictly enforce the ban, and any breaches will result in arrest, prosecution, and penalties as prescribed by law. The DDA calls for the full cooperation of all residents, businesses, and community leaders to uphold this directive for the safety and wellbeing of Telefomin District.

For your information and compliance.

……………………………………….
Joshua Himina
Chief Executive Officer

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