News and Public Notices
June 03, 2023
The Autonomous Region of Bougainville joined the rest of the country to launch the Supplementary Immunization Activity (SIA) Campaign this week.
June 02, 2023
The ABG Department of Primary Industries has received the first payment in cocoa export levies from a local Bougainville exporter.
May 26, 2023
Bougainville leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to the Bougainville Vision 2052 Framework as the blueprint for planning and development in Bougainville.
May 25, 2023
The annual ABG Leaders Symposium began today at the Hutjena Hall in Buka, North Bougainville.
May 17, 2023
The Autonomous Region of Bougainville remembered the fallen from the Bougainville Conflict as the region commemorated its Remembrance Day today.
May 16, 2023
Government finance services that are usually accessed at the headquarters in Buka can now be accessed in regional centers of Arawa, Buin.
May 16, 2023
A region-wide awareness and consultation program is underway in Bougainville following the endorsement by the Bougainville Executive Council on several taxation policies.
May 15, 2023
The passing of the Late Archbishop Emeritus Karl Hesse draws to a close the generation of great religious leaders of the 1900’s in Papua New Guinea. Karl Hesse was part of a generation of religious leaders who taught greater tolerance of different Christian faiths, spiritual vocation and peace.
May 06, 2023
It is with great sadness that I officially announce the passing of the Late Hon. Thomas Tari, Member for South Bougainville Veterans in the Autonomous Bougainville Government.
May 03, 2023
The Autonomous Bougainville Government has called on the Papua New Guinea Government to consider a special economic zone from Bougainville as it prepares to host its international summit on Special Economic Zones next week.
May 02, 2023
Acting President of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville Hon. Patrick Nisira announced today that Bougainville is open for other countries to establish their Trade Missions in Bougainville.
April 27, 2023
Field research and investigations will begin next week as part of the work being done under the Panguna Mine Legacy Impact Assessment.
April 26, 2023
Bougainvilleans are privileged to have the right to scrutinize our leaders whether they occupy public offices or administrative positions in the Autonomous Bougainville Government.
April 17, 2023
The people of Bougainville can now access public trustee services through the ABG Department of Justice.
April 16, 2023
Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama made this statement during his visit to the tomb of the Late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare yesterday upon his arrival in Wewak, East Sepik Province yesterday.
April 12, 2023
A tripartite Land Access and Compensation Agreement (LACA) was signed between the traditional landowners from Manetai and Lakeville Mines Ltd signifying an important achievement in the progress of the development of the Manetai Limestone project.
April 11, 2023
The Bougainville Constitutional Planning Commission (BCPC) has begun consultations with Bougainvilleans outside Bougainville over the Easter long weekend.
April 11, 2023
Bougainville President Ishmael Toroama has warned against people seeking to destabilise the Panguna Legacy Impact Assessment that is ongoing within areas affected by the now defunct Panguna Mine.
April 03, 2023
It is customary in every part of Papua New Guinea that you do not stand on the threshold of a person’s home and insult them to their face.
April 01, 2023
I am saddened to learn of the passing the Late Sir Rabbie Namaliu, former Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea who passed away on Friday March 31, 2023.
March 29, 2023
ABG President Hon Ishmael Toroama says Bougainville can now venture into developing a world class energy sector on Bougainville.
March 29, 2023
The Autonomous Bougainville Government today launched the Bougainville Energy Policy under the sector vision of "accessible, affordable, reliable and sustained modern energy for the people of Bougainville".
Parliamentary Address by President Hon. Ishmael Toroama to the Bougainville House of Representatives
March 29, 2023
Mr. Speaker, I rise today within the chambers of this Honourable House to present my ministerial statement on several important matters that concern the government and people of Bougainville.
March 28, 2023
ABG Minister for Community Government Hon. Theonila Matbob delivered her maiden ministerial statement today in the first session of the Bougainville House of Representatives.
March 22, 2023
Two newly elected Members of the Bougainville House of Representative (BHoR) were officially sworn in today following the by-elections for Haku and Nissan Constituencies respectively.
March 17, 2023
Bougainville Constitutional Planning Commission (BCPC) concluded the first consultations in Bougainville and presented their report to the draftsman’s representative yesterday.
March 15, 2023
The new Minister for Health in the Autonomous Bougainville Government has pledged to do his best to ensure that effective health service delivery reaches down to the people throughout Bougainville.
March 14, 2023
As President of Bougainville I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the new members elect for the Haku Constituency, Patrick Koles and Nissan Constituency, Didimus Napto on your elections as Members of the Bougainville House of Representatives.
March 09, 2023
European Union (EU) shares the same values of nation building as Bougainville according to Ambassador Jacques Fradin, Head of Delegation to Papua New Guinea.
March 07, 2023
The Autonomous Bougainville Government has had a major cabinet reshuffle and appointment of new Ministers today.
February 23, 2023
The Department of Mineral and Energy Resources (DoMER) has set its strategic objectives for the next five years, according to Secretary Mr. Peter Kolotein.
February 22, 2023
The Department of Commerce, Trade and Economic Development is ready to roll out the K8 million constituency grants programme this year according to the Secretary Mr Alex Kerangpuna.
February 21, 2023
The Save the Children Fund in Australia in partnership with the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) have supplied nine health facilities throughout Bougainville with solar lighting equipment last week Sunday.
February 20, 2023
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade with the Australian Government in partnership with the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) and the New Zealand Government currently launched the new market at the Hahela surburb at Buka.
February 15, 2023
The Bougainville Executive Council (BEC) has received the submissions on improving the new taxation laws in the region and is still yet to make a decision on the new changes.
February 13, 2023
I am pleased to announce the rollout of the Constituency Economic Investment program as per the Bougainville Executive Council Decision No.148 of 2021.
February 10, 2023
The Department of Education (DoE) has revealed that there it is working on constructing new high schools, TVET institutions, new tertiary institutions and early childhood schools in the region this year.
February 09, 2023
The Department of Primary Industry (DPI) has concluded week training on mud-crab farming at Petats Island, Buka, Bougainville.
February 09, 2023
The Department of Lands, Physical Planning and Conservation has set its target to draw down the powers and functions of a land act from the national office this year.
February 08, 2023
The number of malaria cases in Bougainville has reduced over five years according to the Secretary of the Department of Health (DoH) Clement Totavun.
February 07, 2023
Acting Bougainville Chief Tax Collector Aloyis Daton has appealed to the Bougainville Executive Council (BEC) to review the taxation laws in Bougainville as some regulations were harsh and did not contribute to the economic development.
February 02, 2023
The Department of Commerce, Trade and Industry reached another milestone today when it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Papua New Guinea (PNG) Tourism and Promotions Authority (TPA) today.
February 02, 2023
The satellite site is the result of commitment by the Bougainville Regional Member for Bougainville Hon. Peter Tsiamalili and currently being managed by the Bana Cooperative Society. It is part of a larger initiative to bridge the digital divide and provide internet access.
January 31, 2023
The Chief Secretary Mr Shadrach Himata has appealed to the public service and the people of Bougainville for their understanding and support to the government and administration as they continue to implement key projects this year.
January 20, 2023
Bougainville’s endeavour to increase fiscal self reliance under the Toroama Administration has achieved another milestone today with the commissioning of the Bougainville National Refinery’s generator.
January 19, 2023
Just over a month ago we were all gathered together to give thanks for the 2022 Administrative Year of the Bougainville Public Service. My main message to you on that occasion was for you to use the festive season to reflect on your commitment to this government and your service to the people of Bougainville. I urged you to ask yourself this question; what can I selflessly do for Bougainville?
January 10, 2023
The Autonomous Bougainville Government By-Elections for Haku and Nissan constituencies has officially commenced following the issue of writs for these elections by the Speaker of the Bougainville House of Representatives, Hon. Simon Pentanu in Buka today.
January 05, 2023
The unfortunate events that led to the death of the young man in Arawa Town allegedly at the hands of law enforcement officers will not be ignored or taken lightly.
January 03, 2023
The primary focus of the Autonomous Bougainville Government in 2023 will be to promote economic growth and strentlgthening law and order in Bougainville.
December 22, 2022
The 2023 ABG Budget is focused on service delivery, increasing revenues and providing facilities and infrastructure, economic development, peace, security and human development.