News and Public Notices
April 17, 2024
The ABG team conducting the community engagement program in the Panguna Mine-affected areas visited Guava village today where they consulted with the communities in Guava, Mosinau and Kokore villages.
April 16, 2024
The Autonomous Bougainville Government has commenced its community engagement program in the Panguna Mine-affected areas, starting in the township of Panguna yesterday.
April 15, 2024
The Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) has announced temporary changes to its financial processes as it upgrades its PGAS system. The recent upgrade to version 25 has encountered an error in the database, preventing the printing of cheques.
April 12, 2024
The Autonomous Bougainville Government will embark on a week-long community engagement program in the Panguna District on the progress and next steps following the granting of the exploration license to Bougainville Copper Limited, and what this means for Bougainville.
April 05, 2024
Upholding the rule of law and maintaining order in our communities is the collective responsibility of every citizen of Bougainville in North, South and Central Bougainville.
March 29, 2024
The Autonomous Bougainville Government has grave concerns about the escalating violence in the Buin District that has been intensified by the Konnou Conflict.
March 26, 2024
The Directorate of Disaster and Emergency of the ABG Department of Community Government has announced that a local boat that went missing off the coast of Buka Island a week ago was successfully rescued today.
March 26, 2024
The Bougainville Administration has been tasked towards creating the enabling environment for institutional transformation under the leadership of the recently appointed Acting Chief Secretary Kearnneth Nanei.
March 25, 2024
Mr. Speaker, I would like to acknowledge the House for the ongoing collaboration, support and willingness in representing and advocating the voices and aspirations of our people at this higher level of governance.
March 22, 2024
ABG Department of Community Government in collaboration with the National Member for North Bougainville have initiated a program called the “2024 Friends of Community Government Kibung”.
March 22, 2024
The ABG Department of Personnel Management and Administrative Services is pleased to announce a partnership with the Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance for Leadership and Governance (SILAG) course for Bougainville public servants this year.
March 22, 2024
Our Ministry is responsible for overseeing and developing the sectors that are vital to our food security, economic diversification, environmental protection and social well- being.
March 22, 2024
The Minister for Treasury and Finance, Hon. Robin Wilson, delivered a comprehensive Ministerial Statement outlining major policy initiatives for the Department of Treasury and Finance in 2024.
March 22, 2024
Mr Speaker, It is indeed my duty to present to the House of Representatives the Summary of the 2023 Annual Report of my Ministry from January to December 2023.
March 22, 2024
Mr Speaker, in 2023, we went through tough times to achieve many key priorities, due to the financial constraints and many challenges that continue to undermine our efforts. These are the inevitable challenges we embrace to commit our efforts as a region towards attaining the final destination of self-determination that we all desired for between 2025 - 2027.
March 22, 2024
Mr. Speaker, I wish to update this Honorable House on the progress or the lack thereof between the two Governments.
March 21, 2024
Mr Speaker, I rise today in this March House to address its Honourable Members on several matters of importance to our people, our government and our journey to ultimate freedom and independence.
March 21, 2024
The Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) this week announced the commencement of the Cost of Services Study for Bougainville.
March 21, 2024
Ioro 2 Community Government witnessed the opening of its new Community Hall this week in Panguna District, Central Bougainville.
March 20, 2024
Insurance offers a powerful solution to mitigate risks providing individuals, businesses and communities with financial protection and peace of mind in times of adversity.
March 20, 2024
The Autonomous Region of Bougainville is part of the Australian-funded Solar Project under its Economic and Social Infrastructure Program (ESIP).
March 19, 2024
The Autonomous Bougainville Government has taken a significant step towards improving healthcare infrastructure in South Bougainville by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the allocation of ABG state land in Buin Town for the construction of the Buin Regional Hospital.
March 19, 2024
Australian High Commissioner to PNG His Excellency John Feakes arrived in Buka yesterday on his first official visit to the region since his appointment.
March 15, 2024
Kearnneth Nanei has stepped into the role of Acting Chief Secretary of the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG), following the resignation of Mr. Shadrach Himata this week.
March 15, 2024
Before proceeding I want to acknowledge our former Chief Secretary, Mr. Shadrach Himata for his commitment to the Autonomous Bougainville Government in the last eight years. Four of those years as Chief Secretary when I assumed the Presidency in 2020. I am grateful for his dedication to the Government and the Administration, and I wish him well.
March 13, 2024
The Bougainville Executive Council has appointed the ABG’s Principal Legal Advisor and Secretary for the Department of Law and Justice, Kearneth Nanei as Acting Chief Secretary to the Government.
March 10, 2024
Bougainville Constitutional Planning Commission (BCPC) began its first meeting for 2024 in Arawa last week, welcoming a copy of the first draft of the autochthonous constitution for an independent nation to be.
March 07, 2024
The Autonomous Bougainville Government does not recognize the appointment of Assistant Commissioner of Police Anthony Wagambie Jnr as Deputy Chief of Police in the Bougainville Police Service.
March 07, 2024
It disappoints me that the National Government continues to treat the Bougainville people, the Bougainville Peace Agreement (BPA), Part IVX of the Organic Law, the Constitution and various Agreements with careless disregard and disdain.
March 01, 2024
The Bougainville Disaster & Emergency Directorate under the Department of Community Government & District Affairs, in conjunction with the National Maritime Safety Authority (NMSA) and other relevant authorities, is pleased to advice of the timely rescue of survivors from a 23-footer banana boat that went missing for 31 days at sea.
February 29, 2024
As President of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, I want to express my profound gratitude to the Government and people of the People's Republic of China for the successful rescue of six Bougainvilleans who were adrift at sea for 31 days after their boat lost power when attempting to return Bougainville from the New Ireland Province.
February 26, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that I recall the words spoken three years ago on the passing of our beloved father of the nation, Grand Chief Sir Michael Thomas Somare.
February 16, 2024
The Bougainville Public Service exists to carry out only one prerogative: to serve the people of Bougainville. To serve our people is a sacred duty that we as servants of the people swore an oath to uphold.
February 16, 2024
Public servants in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville came together today for the inaugural dedication mass for the Bougainville Public Service at the St Peter Chanel Parish in Gagan, Peit Constituency.
February 09, 2024
President of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, Hon. Ishmael Toroama, met yesterday with over 300 participants of the Panguna Mine Land Owners Clan Chiefs, at Tunuru Catholic Mission outside of Arawa Town, Central Bougainville.
February 02, 2024
As the President of the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) and concurrently serving as the Minister for Mineral and Energy Resources, I am pleased to officially announce the granting of Exploration Licence EL01 over the Panguna former Special Mining Lease (SML) area to Bougainville Copper Ltd (BCL).
January 26, 2024
Bougainville Education Ministry, Bougainville Education Board (BEB) and Education Department Position on 2024 has clarified their position on School fees being imposed by the BEB.
January 26, 2024
The Autonomous Bougainville Government's Department of Treasury and Finance has issued a formal notice to all suppliers of goods and services, ABG Departments and agencies, and the general public, regarding the lapsing of Warrant Authorities.
January 26, 2024
The Office of the Bougainville Electoral Commissioner has assured to have all pending payments for the 2023 South Bougainville Former Combatants Seat By-Election paid soon.
January 24, 2024
The ABG Department of Health has issued a stern warning to the public and retail outlets in North, Central and South Bougainville on the illegal sale of medicines.
January 24, 2024
A team from the Road Traffic Authority (RTA) is currently in Bougainville to roll out a region-wide awareness campaign starting this month in an effort to improve road safety in Bougainville.
January 19, 2024
The people of Halia and Haku constituencies in North Bougainville can look forward to transformational change following the launch of the Rural Electrification Program today in Buka.
January 19, 2024
Five constituencies were presented this week with the first part payment of funds under the ABG’s Constituency Economic Investment Program.
January 17, 2024
Prime Minister James Marape and Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama have agreed to convene a Joint Supervisory Body Meeting early this year in Bougainville.
January 17, 2024
This year's two primary tasks for the Autonomous Bougainville Government are progressing Bougainville’s Independence Mission and reopening the Panguna Mine.
January 11, 2024
I am appealing to every citizen of Bougainville to remain calm as the nation faces strife and turmoil in the urban centers in Papua New Guinea.
December 29, 2023
The Bana District in South Bougainville will be the recipient of two new bridges for the Pagara and Tavera Rivers under Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama’s High Impact Projects program.
December 23, 2023
As we gather in the spirit of unity and joy, I extend my warmest Christmas greetings to each and every member of the Bougainville Public Service and to all people across North, Central, South and the Atolls of Bougainville.
December 23, 2023
The Office of the Bougainville Electoral Commissioner wishes to assure all service providers and temporary election workers for the 2023 South Bougainville Region former combatants by-election that all pending payments between first quarter and second quarter of 2024.
December 21, 2023
The Bougainville House of Representatives today passed the 2024 ABG Budget. ABG Minister for Finance Hon. Robin Wilson tabled the Budget Statement yesterday in parliament where he provided a comprehensive run down on Bougainville’s financial landscape.