In brief: More than just a Supplementary Budget needed says UN Country Manager, and other business stories

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Roy Trivedy says Supplementary Budget is essential but not enough, Telikom and bmobile merger approved, visas for SME workers on hold.

K92 Mining brings Kainantu gold mine in Papua New Guinea back to life

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K92 Mining is preparing for its first export of gold concentrate from Kainantu mine and plans to ramp up to full production around April this year, company Chief Operating Officer, John Lewins tells Business Advantage PNG.

In brief: Shortage of foreign exchange hindering investment, concerns about Customs procedures and Crowne Plaza on the market

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Shortage of foreign exchange hindering investment, concerns about Customs procedures and the Crowne Plaza Port Moresby hotel up for sale. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.

People moves: K92 Mining, Kina Securities, ANZ Bank

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A new board at K92 Mining, Director re-elected at Kina Securities, new CFO at ANZ , Melbourne

People moves: K92 Holdings

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A new board member for K92 Holdings Otterburn Resources has appointed geologist Graham Wheelock to the Board of Directors of K92 Holdings International, which holds the tenement for the Kainantu gold-copper project in Eastern Highlands.  

In brief: Moves to reduce internet charges and other business stories

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New technology may reduce internet charges, Vanuatu assesses cyclone damage and Newcrest buys Wamum gold project. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.

In brief: promise to complete key highway within 30 months and other business stories

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PM promises to upgrade Gulf-Southern Highlands Highway, a ban on foreigners buying land, and a possible chocolate factory for East Sepik. Your weekly digest of the latest business news.