2023 National Court of Papua New Guinea Decisions

January 2023

• Catholic Archdiocese of Port Moresby Board of Trustees v The Public Curator of Papua and New Guinea [2023] PGNC 7; N10093 (3 January 2023)
• Mofu v Kumbia [2023] PGNC 1; N10094 (4 January 2023)
• Schultz v Michael Wilson (trading as Warner Shand Lawyers) [2023] PGNC 2; N10095 (4 January 2023)
• Estate of Paul Nari; Application by Grace Painale Nari [2023] PGNC 8; N10096 (6 January 2023)
• Markham Realty Development Ltd v Orognaron Land Group Inc [2023] PGNC 3; N10097 (12 January 2023)
• Bernard v Samali [2023] PGNC 4; N10098 (12 January 2023)
• Tonny v Hua [2023] PGNC 5; N10099 (12 January 2023)
• Nationwide Rent-A-Car Ltd (trading as Avis) v Matang [2023] PGNC 6; N10100 (12 January 2023)
• Markham Realty Development Ltd v Maliaki [2023] PGNC 12; N10101 (12 January 2023)
• Kromnong v Donald [2023] PGNC 10; N10106 (16 January 2023)
• Steamships Trading Company Ltd v Magellan Properties Ltd [2023] PGNC 11; N10082 (20 January 2023)
• Gore v Amuli [2023] PGNC 15; N10114 (24 January 2023)
• Enai v Moreka [2023] PGNC 9; N10104 (27 January 2023)

February 2023

• State v Pole [2023] PGNC 16; N10109 (2 February 2023)
• Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea v Isikiel Junior (trading as Momase Timber Suppliers) [2023] PGNC 17; N10107 (3 February 2023)
• Yapao v Pawe [2023] PGNC 18; N10110 (3 February 2023)
• Waril Incorporated Land Group Inc v Morobe Provincial Government [2023] PGNC 21; N10108 (3 February 2023)
• Bagu v Motor Vehicles Insurance Ltd [2023] PGNC 19; N10111 (6 February 2023)
• Elemi v Pala [2023] PGNC 13; N10112 (8 February 2023)
• Kiap v Gena [2023] PGNC 22; N10117 (8 February 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Duguno [2023] PGNC 14; N10113 (10 February 2023)
• State v Manikumbu [2023] PGNC 23; N10116 (13 February 2023)
• Dick v Investpac Ltd [2023] PGNC 24; N10135 (13 February 2023)
• Mamu v Penning [2023] PGNC 33; N10121 (13 February 2023)
• Neriku v The Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 64; N10186 (13 February 2023)
• Porawi v Agarwal [2023] PGNC 25; N10118 (14 February 2023)
• Gehlot v Thomas [2023] PGNC 26; N10119 (14 February 2023)
• Gware v Ahi [2023] PGNC 32; N10120 (14 February 2023)
• Ganzik v Iguan [2023] PGNC 34; N10122 (14 February 2023)
• Nukundj v Pim [2023] PGNC 27; N10136 (16 February 2023)
• State v Manari [2023] PGNC 28; N10128 (17 February 2023)
• State v Togumagoma [2023] PGNC 29; N10129 (17 February 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Barimai [2023] PGNC 30; N10130 (17 February 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Diggar [2023] PGNC 35; N10132 (17 February 2023)
• Amaiu v Worinu [2023] PGNC 36; N10133 (17 February 2023)
• Moile Resource Owners Ltd v Vanimo Jaya Ltd [2023] PGNC 70; N10196 (17 February 2023)
• Herowa v Andama [2023] PGNC 71; N10197 (17 February 2023)
• Martin v Wange [2023] PGNC 82; N10194 (17 February 2023)
• Bewani Oil Palm Plantations Ltd v Iduhu [2023] PGNC 212; N10261 (17 February 2023)
• Elemi v Pala [2023] PGNC 20; N10134 (20 February 2023)
• State v Kingsley [2023] PGNC 37; N10131 (20 February 2023)
• Waima v Eastern Highlands Provincial Government [2023] PGNC 42; N10142 (20 February 2023)
• Lera v Tsiamalili [2023] PGNC 83; N10193 (20 February 2023)
• State v Timothy [2023] PGNC 49; N10155 (21 February 2023)
• State v Bonyaki [2023] PGNC 50; N10156 (22 February 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Mition [2023] PGNC 67; N10187 (23 February 2023)
• State v Sone [2023] PGNC 138; N10256 (23 February 2023)
• State v Amongra [2023] PGNC 147; N10255 (23 February 2023)
• Zeal Hire Car (PNG) Ltd v Wara [2023] PGNC 72; N10195 (24 February 2023)
• Agarobe v Peter [2023] PGNC 31; N10141 (27 February 2023)
• Roadstabilizers (PNG) Ltd v Wereh [2023] PGNC 38; N10137 (27 February 2023)
• Cameron Construction Ltd v Shorncliff (PNG) Ltd [2023] PGNC 39; N10138 (27 February 2023)
• K92 Mining Ltd v Towe [2023] PGNC 40; N10139 (27 February 2023)
• Praise Hire Cars Ltd v Leka [2023] PGNC 41; N10140 (28 February 2023)
• Czuba v Raminai [2023] PGNC 114; N10143 (28 February 2023)

March 2023

• Tan Kheng Soon v The Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 65; N10188 (1 March 2023)
• Lera v Tsiamalili [2023] PGNC 61; N10177 (2 March 2023)
• Manwau v Bird [2023] PGNC 94; N10249 (2 March 2023)
• Wartovo v Narawec [2023] PGNC 345; N10503 (2 March 2023)
• Toua v State [2023] PGNC 43; N10148 (3 March 2023)
• Rupa v Kasi [2023] PGNC 47; N10152 (3 March 2023)
• Ching v Mainland Holdings Ltd [2023] PGNC 99; N10145 (3 March 2023)
• Pochie v Sabuin [2023] PGNC 100; N10146 (3 March 2023)
• Golman v Sabuin [2023] PGNC 101; N10147 (3 March 2023)
• Pacific International Hospital v Papua New Guinea Tribal Foundation [2023] PGNC 48; N10151 (6 March 2023)
• Yuguli v The Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 66; N10189 (6 March 2023)
• Otis Elevator Co (PNG) Ltd v Melanesian Trustee Services Ltd [2023] PGNC 115; N10149 (7 March 2023)
• Tumu v National Housing Corporation [2023] PGNC 208; N10278 (7 March 2023)
• Sasuwo v Tambua [2023] PGNC 386; N10544 (7 March 2023)
• Ilaibeni v Morris [2023] PGNC 51; N10154 (8 March 2023)
• Dau v The Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 84; N10190 (8 March 2023)
• Quoreka v Basa [2023] PGNC 85; N10207 (8 March 2023)
• JV PNG Investment Constructions Ltd v Samson [2023] PGNC 86; N10209 (9 March 2023)
• Parkop v Juffa [2023] PGNC 116; N10153 (9 March 2023)
• Pywan v Pywan [2023] PGNC 186; N10229 (9 March 2023)
• Lewis v Flores [2023] PGNC 170; N10228 (10 March 2023)
• Vanimo Jaya Ltd v Emo Holdings Ltd [2023] PGNC 52; N10159 (13 March 2023)
• Aihi v Isoaimo [2023] PGNC 56; N10158 (13 March 2023)
• Doga v The Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 87; N10191 (13 March 2023)
• Rumints v State [2023] PGNC 53; N10157 (14 March 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v National Land Commission [2023] PGNC 169; N10230 (15 March 2023)
• State v Pokiap [2023] PGNC 410; N10561 (15 March 2023)
• Yondola v The Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 58; N10165 (16 March 2023)
• State v Kasi [2023] PGNC 139; N10257 (16 March 2023)
• Landu v Hitron Ltd [2023] PGNC 156; N10231 (16 March 2023)
• Afeke v Gamato [2023] PGNC 44; N10161 (17 March 2023)
• Turagara Hire Car Ltd v Apeti [2023] PGNC 45; N10162 (17 March 2023)
• Porykali v Akipe [2023] PGNC 46; N10160 (17 March 2023)
• Iare Purari Resource Holdings Ltd v Sabuin [2023] PGNC 149; N10279 (20 March 2023)
• Banasi v Orme [2023] PGNC 54; N10163 (21 March 2023)
• Andaman v Samuel [2023] PGNC 55; N10164 (22 March 2023)
• Kibeto v Soloma [2023] PGNC 59; N10173 (24 March 2023)
• Fresh Produce Development Agency Ltd v Jikian (Snr) [2023] PGNC 62; N10176 (24 March 2023)
• Kitoro No.33 Ltd (trading as PNG Gardener) v Westpac Bank PNG Ltd [2023] PGNC 73; N10199 (24 March 2023)
• Tokau v Luluka Land Group Inc (No. 209) [2023] PGNC 90; N10208 (24 March 2023)
• Eyal v Bidang [2023] PGNC 95; N10198 (24 March 2023)
• Pywan v Pywan [2023] PGNC 157; N10232 (24 March 2023)
• Maken v Mori [2023] PGNC 158; N10233 (24 March 2023)
• Abal v Commissioner of the Correctional Service [2023] PGNC 57; N10166 (27 March 2023)
• Seeto v Dekenai Constructions Ltd [2023] PGNC 63; N10172 (27 March 2023)
• Walambo v Kemesi [2023] PGNC 88; N10210 (28 March 2023)
• Isas Ltd v Nutley [2023] PGNC 60; N10174 (29 March 2023)
• Rumints v State [2023] PGNC 68; N10182 (29 March 2023)
• Tarley Consultancy Services Ltd v Ninngi [2023] PGNC 422; N10369 (30 March 2023)
• State v Koli [2023] PGNC 69; N10183 (31 March 2023)
• Kunjil No.19 Ltd v Jaminan [2023] PGNC 74; N10200 (31 March 2023)
• Marat v Rumet [2023] PGNC 75; N10203 (31 March 2023)
• Datuk Kei Yik Wong v Tiong Sii Huang [2023] PGNC 89; N10181 (31 March 2023)
• Wartovo v State [2023] PGNC 96; N10204 (31 March 2023)
• Saba v Kaienge [2023] PGNC 117; N10243 (31 March 2023)
• Pruaitch v Mise [2023] PGNC 489; N10641 (31 March 2023)

April 2023

• National Superannuation Fund Ltd v Yawenaik Holdings Ltd (also known as Yawenaik Holdings Ltd) [2023] PGNC 187; N10234 (3 April 2023)
• McConnell v Neville [2023] PGNC 76; N10201 (6 April 2023)
• Edasave Corporation Ltd v National Capital District Commission [2023] PGNC 77; N10202 (6 April 2023)
• Nita v Nine Mile Lutheran Church [2023] PGNC 91; N10192 (6 April 2023)
• Tupana v State [2023] PGNC 102; N10205 (13 April 2023)
• Sanage v State [2023] PGNC 103; N10206 (13 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Lari [2023] PGNC 159; N10297 (14 April 2023)
• Kepon v Kom [2023] PGNC 188; N10235 (14 April 2023)
• Twinza Oil (PNG) Ltd v Manau [2023] PGNC 189; N10236 (17 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Johnny [2023] PGNC 202; N10298 (18 April 2023)
• Numode v Kamdaru [2023] PGNC 92; N10216 (19 April 2023)
• State v Raka [2023] PGNC 118; N10244 (19 April 2023)
• Gahe v Telikom (PNG) Ltd [2023] PGNC 160; N10217 (19 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Kapo [2023] PGNC 218; N10299 (19 April 2023)
• Yumi Yet Shop Ltd v Thatchenko [2023] PGNC 119; N10238 (20 April 2023)
• Muve v Alfred [2023] PGNC 171; N10218 (20 April 2023)
• Kiage v Meketa [2023] PGNC 230; N10315 (20 April 2023)
• Papindo Trading Co Ltd v Tolopa [2023] PGNC 97; N10211 (21 April 2023)
• Max Kaman (trading as Tamanku Hire Cars) v Harisol [2023] PGNC 150; N10280 (21 April 2023)
• Yumi Yet Shop Ltd v Thatchenko [2023] PGNC 287; N10452 (21 April 2023)
• Viri v Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 197; N10320 (25 April 2023)
• Hau'ofa v Tkatchenko [2023] PGNC 78; N10212 (28 April 2023)
• Kassman v Tkatchenko [2023] PGNC 79; N10213 (28 April 2023)
• State v Awetu [2023] PGNC 93; N10214 (28 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v National Lands Commission [2023] PGNC 120; N10239 (28 April 2023)
• Ondalane v Eoe [2023] PGNC 127; N10314 (28 April 2023)
• Makeso v Wereh [2023] PGNC 151; N10219 (28 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Paul [2023] PGNC 152; N10282 (28 April 2023)
• Maniha v Sia [2023] PGNC 161; N10220 (28 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Avia [2023] PGNC 213; N10302 (28 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Samuel [2023] PGNC 219; N10300 (28 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Haoda [2023] PGNC 220; N10301 (28 April 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Rakatani [2023] PGNC 234; N10303 (28 April 2023)
• Simitab v Isifu [2023] PGNC 319; N10480 (28 April 2023)

May 2023

• Frame v Frame [2023] PGNC 162; N10221 (1 May 2023)
• Toua v Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 198; N10283 (1 May 2023)
• Pomat v Benjamin [2023] PGNC 80; N10215 (2 May 2023)
• GDFC (PNG) Ltd v Bayango [2023] PGNC 172; N10222 (2 May 2023)
• State v Sikai [2023] PGNC 214; N10363 (2 May 2023)
• Robinson v Minister for Lands & Physical Planning [2023] PGNC 153; N10225 (3 May 2023)
• Robinson v Minister for Lands & Physical Planning [2023] PGNC 154; N10226 (3 May 2023)
• State v Medako [2023] PGNC 140; N10258 (4 May 2023)
• Neville v Wesley [2023] PGNC 81; N10227 (5 May 2023)
• State v Powi [2023] PGNC 121; N10240 (5 May 2023)
• Aloysius v China Harbour Engineering Company (PNG) Ltd [2023] PGNC 203; N10265 (5 May 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Meako [2023] PGNC 221; N10304 (5 May 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Supa [2023] PGNC 231; N10306 (5 May 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Saguba [2023] PGNC 235; N10305 (5 May 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Kapinias [2023] PGNC 236; N10307 (5 May 2023)
• State v Poki [2023] PGNC 122; N10241 (8 May 2023)
• Nesai v Numa [2023] PGNC 110; N10247 (9 May 2023)
• State v Powi [2023] PGNC 123; N10242 (9 May 2023)
• Yanum v Waipo [2023] PGNC 176; N10237 (9 May 2023)
• Dukpio v State [2023] PGNC 124; N10245 (10 May 2023)
• State v Sui [2023] PGNC 125; N10246 (10 May 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Johnunda [2023] PGNC 163; N10288 (10 May 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Berghumer [2023] PGNC 204; N10287 (10 May 2023)
• Siwi v State [2023] PGNC 141; N10250 (11 May 2023)
• Roniotis v Pako F & C Holdings (PNG) Ltd [2023] PGNC 142; N10259 (11 May 2023)
• State v Surute [2023] PGNC 508; N10885 (11 May 2023)
• Raminai v Pano [2023] PGNC 98; N10248 (12 May 2023)
• State v Timothy [2023] PGNC 143; N10251 (12 May 2023)
• State v Tom [2023] PGNC 144; N10252 (12 May 2023)
• Lo v Hevilift Aviation Ltd [2023] PGNC 177; N10413 (12 May 2023)
• Mabiria v Hiwi [2023] PGNC 195; N10264 (12 May 2023)
• State v Agen (No 8) [2023] PGNC 205; N10295 (12 May 2023)
• State v Agen (No 9) [2023] PGNC 206; N10296 (12 May 2023)
• Arran Energy (Elevala) Ltd v Ol [2023] PGNC 108; N10268 (15 May 2023)
• Las v State [2023] PGNC 145; N10253 (15 May 2023)
• Mokono v Water PNG Ltd [2023] PGNC 182; N10354 (15 May 2023)
• Jolpuk v Kabilo [2023] PGNC 237; N10309 (15 May 2023)
• Pakii v Schnaubelt [2023] PGNC 146; N10254 (16 May 2023)
• Nukundj v Pim [2023] PGNC 111; N10263 (17 May 2023)
• Trappe v Maki [2023] PGNC 200; N10260 (18 May 2023)
• State v Yakamo [2023] PGNC 215; N10262 (19 May 2023)
• State v Yapmali [2023] PGNC 238; N10384 (23 May 2023)
• Trappe v Maki [2023] PGNC 250; N10331 (24 May 2023)
• The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea v Jacob [2023] PGNC 196; N10266 (25 May 2023)
• Lakain v Wilfred [2023] PGNC 104; N10270 (26 May 2023)
• Arran Energy (Niugini) Pty Ltd v Kua [2023] PGNC 105; N10272 (26 May 2023)
• State v Paraka [2023] PGNC 106; N10273 (26 May 2023)
• Karen Nugi (trading as Pang Legal Services) v Komap Mapulgei Business Group Inc [2023] PGNC 107; N10271 (26 May 2023)
• Quoreka v Basa [2023] PGNC 112; N10267 (26 May 2023)
• Kusup v Sipison [2023] PGNC 113; N10269 (26 May 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Omoa [2023] PGNC 164; N10308 (26 May 2023)
• Porgera Gold Mines Ltd v Ondalane [2023] PGNC 155; N10274 (30 May 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Kapo [2023] PGNC 210; N10286 (30 May 2023)
• Tomba v Kaa [2023] PGNC 216; N10275 (30 May 2023)
• Parkop v Juffa [2023] PGNC 109; N10281 (31 May 2023)

June 2023

• State v Kombuk [2023] PGNC 165; N10284 (5 June 2023)
• Bale v Koma [2023] PGNC 211; N10285 (5 June 2023)
• Ibali v Fleming [2023] PGNC 207; N10289 (6 June 2023)
• State v Angiak [2023] PGNC 232; N10327 (6 June 2023)
• State v Kamak [2023] PGNC 239; N10385 (6 June 2023)
• Kiso v Ling-Stuckey [2023] PGNC 128; N10290 (7 June 2023)
• Starreach Corporation Ltd v Secretary for the Department of Education [2023] PGNC 129; N10311 (8 June 2023)
• Starreach Corporation Ltd v Secretary for the Department of Education [2023] PGNC 130; N10312 (8 June 2023)
• State v Putupai [2023] PGNC 233; N10317 (8 June 2023)
• Starreach Corporation Ltd v Secretary for the Department of Education [2023] PGNC 240; N10310 (8 June 2023)
• Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Rabaul v Paonga [2023] PGNC 241; N10401 (8 June 2023)
• State v Lilei [2023] PGNC 166; N10318 (9 June 2023)
• Seymour v Peter [2023] PGNC 252; N10353 (9 June 2023)
• State v Molean [2023] PGNC 463; N10625 (9 June 2023)
• Rapura v Lingen [2023] PGNC 131; N10319 (12 June 2023)
• Ibo v Hagahuno [2023] PGNC 132; N10322 (12 June 2023)
• State v Suma [2023] PGNC 280; N10386 (12 June 2023)
• Genia v Temu [2023] PGNC 133; N10321 (13 June 2023)
• Akoa v State [2023] PGNC 167; N10333 (13 June 2023)
• Debela v Nuau [2023] PGNC 251; N10323 (13 June 2023)
• Kepon v Kom [2023] PGNC 259; N10332 (13 June 2023)
• Independent Public Business Corporation of Papua New Guinea v Motor Vehicle Insurance Ltd [2023] PGNC 134; N10329 (14 June 2023)
• Koiam v Kaupa [2023] PGNC 135; N10330 (14 June 2023)
• State v Kaiwi (No 4) [2023] PGNC 346; N10431 (15 June 2023)
• Thomas v Bando [2023] PGNC 126; N10335 (19 June 2023)
• Yama v Swire Shipping Pte Ltd [2023] PGNC 136; N10334 (19 June 2023)
• Parkop v Juffa [2023] PGNC 137; N10336 (19 June 2023)
• George v Ane [2023] PGNC 411; N10376 (19 June 2023)
• Kiponge v National Executive Council [2023] PGNC 412; N10377 (19 June 2023)
• Macwilliam v Nobiam [2023] PGNC 148; N10344 (21 June 2023)
• In the Application of Emmanuel Yaipupu [2023] PGNC 183; N10343 (21 June 2023)
• Veve v Meketa [2023] PGNC 413; N10378 (21 June 2023)
• Wararu v Maru [2023] PGNC 168; N10358 (22 June 2023)
• Piel v Barret [2023] PGNC 199; N10345 (22 June 2023)
• Sinebare v Raminai [2023] PGNC 209; N10365 (22 June 2023)
• Baliawe v Kaupa [2023] PGNC 253; N10357 (22 June 2023)
• Dominic v Kaupa [2023] PGNC 254; N10361 (22 June 2023)
• Duwang v Manning [2023] PGNC 414; N10380 (22 June 2023)
• Wanga v Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 415; N10379 (22 June 2023)
• Kala v Temu [2023] PGNC 255; N10364 (23 June 2023)
• State v Awetu (No 2) [2023] PGNC 256; N10366 (23 June 2023)
• Mero v Lepaya [2023] PGNC 288; N10453 (23 June 2023)
• Yaipupu v Yai-Pupu [2023] PGNC 173; N10359 (26 June 2023)
• In the matter of Rd Fishing PNG Ltd (1-22581) [2023] PGNC 174; N10360 (26 June 2023)
• State v Avia [2023] PGNC 217; N10367 (26 June 2023)
• Kamen v Samson [2023] PGNC 242; N10387 (26 June 2023)
• Hela Investment Ltd v Gware [2023] PGNC 243; N10388 (28 June 2023)
• Hides Joint Venture Ltd v Gware [2023] PGNC 244; N10389 (28 June 2023)
• Potape v Undialu [2023] PGNC 281; N10372 (28 June 2023)
• Genia v Temu [2023] PGNC 260; N10370 (29 June 2023)
• Aihi v Isoaimo [2023] PGNC 282; N10368 (29 June 2023)
• Ngu v Ngu [2023] PGNC 175; N10371 (30 June 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Lari (No 2) [2023] PGNC 278; N10373 (30 June 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Taikaip (No 1) [2023] PGNC 397; N10374 (30 June 2023)

July 2023

• State v Bosco [2023] PGNC 285; N10392 (3 July 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Kopen [2023] PGNC 398; N10375 (3 July 2023)
• Nupiri v Powi [2023] PGNC 423; N10390 (3 July 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Steven [2023] PGNC 222; N10382 (5 July 2023)
• Tolubang v Ialolo [2023] PGNC 223; N10396 (5 July 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Harisu [2023] PGNC 245; N10383 (5 July 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v Aii [2023] PGNC 283; N10381 (5 July 2023)
• Derwent Ltd (formerly known as Telemu No.9 Ltd) v Pakena [2023] PGNC 184; N10414 (6 July 2023)
• Palaru v Kaule [2023] PGNC 224; N10393 (6 July 2023)
• Ondokoi v Mul [2023] PGNC 246; N10406 (6 July 2023)
• Frank v Rex [2023] PGNC 286; N10391 (6 July 2023)
• Ling Seng Chuan v Kenamu [2023] PGNC 185; N10395 (7 July 2023)
• Top Brat Trading Ltd v PNG Tonner & Ink Supplies Ltd [2023] PGNC 225; N10397 (7 July 2023)
• Nupiri v Powi [2023] PGNC 226; N10398 (7 July 2023)
• Heng Siong Kong v Tai [2023] PGNC 191; N10403 (10 July 2023)
• Jonah v Katumani Incorporated Land Group (Reg ILG No. 646) [2023] PGNC 227; N10399 (11 July 2023)
• Opotio v Bare [2023] PGNC 228; N10400 (11 July 2023)
• Zeming v Bomareo [2023] PGNC 279; N10402 (12 July 2023)
• Nasam v Sungi [2023] PGNC 299; N10404 (12 July 2023)
• Kiponge v National Executive Council [2023] PGNC 289; N10454 (13 July 2023)
• State v Bruno [2023] PGNC 416; N10562 (13 July 2023)
• Tuka v Toyota Tsusho (PNG) Ltd (trading as Ela Motors) [2023] PGNC 178; N10419 (14 July 2023)
• State v Paraka [2023] PGNC 284; N10405 (17 July 2023)
• Ramu Development Foundation Ltd v Yama [2023] PGNC 192; N10407 (19 July 2023)
• Ibusubu v Kua [2023] PGNC 247; N10416 (19 July 2023)
• Marinduo v Longsen [2023] PGNC 190; N10409 (20 July 2023)
• Yawing v Kerro [2023] PGNC 248; N10415 (20 July 2023)
• Mano v Wagambie Junior [2023] PGNC 179; N10410 (21 July 2023)
• Wilkinson v K92 Mining Ltd [2023] PGNC 180; N10412 (21 July 2023)
• Ela Lumkere Enterprises Ltd v Ane [2023] PGNC 193; N10408 (21 July 2023)
• State v Pakule [2023] PGNC 194; N10411 (21 July 2023)
• Popoitai v Genia [2023] PGNC 249; N10418 (21 July 2023)
• Steamships Ltd v Wanga [2023] PGNC 348; N10417 (21 July 2023)
• Foe Association Inc v Yawari [2023] PGNC 349; N10423 (25 July 2023)
• Hitron Ltd v National Information and Communication Technology Authority [2023] PGNC 350; N10424 (25 July 2023)
• State v Samuel [2023] PGNC 181; N10420 (26 July 2023)
• Mek v Kumi [2023] PGNC 229; N10394 (26 July 2023)
• Nari v Public Trustee [2023] PGNC 261; N10421 (28 July 2023)
• Mapusu Investment Ltd v Geita [2023] PGNC 300; N10426 (28 July 2023)
• Popoitai v Genia [2023] PGNC 351; N10425 (28 July 2023)

August 2023

• Kibeto v Soloma [2023] PGNC 201; N10422 (3 August 2023)
• State v Nipere [2023] PGNC 270; N10427 (4 August 2023)
• BNDL Enterprises Ltd v Sonny [2023] PGNC 308; N10434 (4 August 2023)
• State v Maran (No 1) [2023] PGNC 271; N10428 (7 August 2023)
• State v Maran (No 2) [2023] PGNC 272; N10429 (8 August 2023)
• State v Aulo [2023] PGNC 273; N10430 (10 August 2023)
• Travellers Rent A Car Ltd v Biko [2023] PGNC 318; N10435 (10 August 2023)
• Travellers Rent A Car Ltd v Gamato [2023] PGNC 347; N10436 (10 August 2023)
• State v Awas (No 1) [2023] PGNC 274; N10432 (11 August 2023)
• State v Junior (No 2) [2023] PGNC 301; N10433 (14 August 2023)
• Tapako v Ane [2023] PGNC 485; N10622 (14 August 2023)
• Highlands Product Ltd (trading as Zenag Chicken) v Kapie [2023] PGNC 312; N10437 (15 August 2023)
• Whills (trading as Lillian Whills Trans Inc (6-252753)) v Guard Dog Security Services Ltd (1-7402) [2023] PGNC 486; N10623 (15 August 2023)
• Kuima Security Services Ltd v Talopa [2023] PGNC 475; N10624 (16 August 2023)
• State v Welisai [2023] PGNC 275; N10439 (17 August 2023)
• State v Songai (No 1) [2023] PGNC 276; N10440 (17 August 2023)
• Arpa v Kerowagi District Development Authority [2023] PGNC 313; N10438 (17 August 2023)
• State v Songai (No 2) [2023] PGNC 277; N10444 (18 August 2023)
• Kramer v Kangwia [2023] PGNC 290; N10445 (18 August 2023)
• Arran Energy (Niugini) Pty Ltd v Kua [2023] PGNC 257; N10441 (21 August 2023)
• North Fly Development Corporation Ltd v New Century Investment Ltd [2023] PGNC 291; N10447 (21 August 2023)
• Tendi v Koiyayie [2023] PGNC 297; N10443 (21 August 2023)
• Pakupa v Provincial Police Commander [2023] PGNC 302; N10442 (21 August 2023)
• Kentabul v Anton [2023] PGNC 258; N10451 (22 August 2023)
• Kepson v Hulahau [2023] PGNC 292; N10448 (22 August 2023)
• Memo v Alu [2023] PGNC 293; N10449 (22 August 2023)
• Singirok v Pariwa [2023] PGNC 263; N10457 (23 August 2023)
• Yama v Pariwa [2023] PGNC 264; N10458 (23 August 2023)
• In the matter of an Application by James Vuvu for the Adoption of the Children Sante and Tianna Jubilee [2023] PGNC 294; N10446 (23 August 2023)
• Dambui v Sansan [2023] PGNC 295; N10450 (23 August 2023)
• Mineral Resources Development Co Ltd v Kakaraya [2023] PGNC 311; N10461 (23 August 2023)
• Dola v Alua [2023] PGNC 262; N10456 (24 August 2023)
• Emmanuel v Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 265; N10459 (24 August 2023)
• Boera Development Corporation Ltd v Kimas [2023] PGNC 296; N10455 (24 August 2023)
• State v Kop [2023] PGNC 464; N10626 (24 August 2023)
• Roniotis v Elomar [2023] PGNC 266; N10460 (28 August 2023)

September 2023

• Timothy v Haiveta [2023] PGNC 322; N10463 (1 September 2023)
• State v Gubag [2023] PGNC 267; N10462 (4 September 2023)
• Dola v Alua [2023] PGNC 268; N10464 (6 September 2023)
• Karridale Ltd v Kulawood Ltd [2023] PGNC 269; N10465 (6 September 2023)
• Nett Holdings Ltd v National Capital District Commission [2023] PGNC 323; N10466 (6 September 2023)
• State v Kop [2023] PGNC 465; N10627 (6 September 2023)
• Dambui v Sansan [2023] PGNC 357; N10506 (7 September 2023)
• Steven v Maladina [2023] PGNC 298; N10469 (8 September 2023)
• Losimi v Boso [2023] PGNC 304; N10470 (8 September 2023)
• Nidue v Wangihome [2023] PGNC 303; N10468 (11 September 2023)
• Aigilo v Ipatas [2023] PGNC 324; N10467 (11 September 2023)
• State v Duban [2023] PGNC 338; N10501 (11 September 2023)
• Diama v Barter [2023] PGNC 305; N10471 (12 September 2023)
• Bokorum v Divine Word University [2023] PGNC 306; N10472 (12 September 2023)
• Popoitai v Genia [2023] PGNC 339; N10489 (12 September 2023)
• Vutliu v Ganai [2023] PGNC 358; N10507 (12 September 2023)
• Koregai v Ane [2023] PGNC 340; N10490 (13 September 2023)
• Kuarilomo v Maru [2023] PGNC 359; N10508 (13 September 2023)
• Vutliu v Ganai [2023] PGNC 330; N10491 (14 September 2023)
• Pangi Rent A Car Ltd v Terema [2023] PGNC 341; N10487 (14 September 2023)
• Kariko v Tatakali [2023] PGNC 331; N10492 (19 September 2023)
• State v Minga (No. 1) [2023] PGNC 444; N10590 (19 September 2023)
• Kepson v Lati [2023] PGNC 307; N10473 (20 September 2023)
• State v G O (A Juvenile) [2023] PGNC 314; N10477 (20 September 2023)
• State v Yip Chee Ming Sam [2023] PGNC 309; N10474 (21 September 2023)
• State v Weleilakeba [2023] PGNC 310; N10475 (21 September 2023)
• State v Anthony [2023] PGNC 315; N10476 (21 September 2023)
• Kariko v Tatakali [2023] PGNC 332; N10493 (21 September 2023)
• Michael v Polomon [2023] PGNC 316; N10478 (22 September 2023)
• Kissi v The Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 317; N10479 (22 September 2023)
• Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea v Hendingao [2023] PGNC 333; N10496 (22 September 2023)
• Sun Pacific Investments Ltd v Ane [2023] PGNC 360; N10509 (22 September 2023)
• Kiponge v National Executive Council [2023] PGNC 361; N10510 (22 September 2023)
• Towers v Hevilift Ltd [2023] PGNC 369; N10539 (26 September 2023)
• Yalbees v Amaiu [2023] PGNC 320; N10481 (28 September 2023)
• Smith v Hulahau [2023] PGNC 370; N10540 (28 September 2023)
• Tupa v Manning [2023] PGNC 321; N10482 (29 September 2023)

October 2023

• Mofu v Kumbia [2023] PGNC 325; N10485 (2 October 2023)
• State v Paraka [2023] PGNC 326; N10484 (4 October 2023)
• Tanda v Jail Commander, Bomana Correctional Institution [2023] PGNC 327; N10486 (4 October 2023)
• Damaru v Yoto [2023] PGNC 329; N10483 (4 October 2023)
• 3A Composites PNG Ltd v Kilinwata Plantations Ltd [2023] PGNC 342; N10499 (4 October 2023)
• Pondopea (trading as PNG our Quick Finance) v Poga [2023] PGNC 328; N10488 (5 October 2023)
• Independent State of Papua New Guinea v National Lands Commission [2023] PGNC 334; N10494 (5 October 2023)
• Ruing v John [2023] PGNC 335; N10497 (5 October 2023)
• Kilyali v Tumbiari [2023] PGNC 336; N10498 (5 October 2023)
• Kumono v Ghate [2023] PGNC 378; N10511 (5 October 2023)
• Pokapin (trading as Pomwan Security Solution) v Paladin Solutions (PNG) Ltd [2023] PGNC 337; N10495 (6 October 2023)
• So-ong v Wafewa [2023] PGNC 376; N10512 (6 October 2023)
• Amban v Wandil [2023] PGNC 379; N10513 (10 October 2023)
• Kega v Mondo [2023] PGNC 380; N10514 (10 October 2023)
• Ayakali v Pok [2023] PGNC 352; N10515 (11 October 2023)
• Mountain Property Holdings Ltd v Sagaling [2023] PGNC 377; N10522 (11 October 2023)
• Akipe v Manau [2023] PGNC 381; N10516 (11 October 2023)
• Kapili v Wailyo [2023] PGNC 446; N10592 (11 October 2023)
• Post PNG Ltd v China Nanjing International Ltd [2023] PGNC 343; N10500 (12 October 2023)
• Madi v Davaia [2023] PGNC 353; N10517 (12 October 2023)
• Harry v Manning [2023] PGNC 382; N10518 (12 October 2023)
• Kavo v Maipakai [2023] PGNC 344; N10502 (13 October 2023)
• Dumpu Oil Palm Estates Ltd v Konamb [2023] PGNC 354; N10523 (13 October 2023)
• Pins Construction Ltd v Tkatchenko [2023] PGNC 362; N10504 (13 October 2023)
• Wata v Muddle [2023] PGNC 363; N10505 (13 October 2023)
• Herowa v Eoe [2023] PGNC 383; N10519 (13 October 2023)
• Dion v Walukia [2023] PGNC 502; N10810 (13 October 2023)
• Paul Hitamoore Holdings Ltd v Ane [2023] PGNC 355; N10525 (16 October 2023)
• Ondalane v Eoe [2023] PGNC 384; N10520 (16 October 2023)
• Kulaih v Hahory [2023] PGNC 385; N10521 (16 October 2023)
• Melanesian Trustee Services Ltd as Trustee for Pacific Balance Fund v Securities Commission of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 356; N10524 (18 October 2023)
• Kipefa v Boito [2023] PGNC 371; N10530 (18 October 2023)
• Mozumder v Rosso [2023] PGNC 390; N10546 (18 October 2023)
• Kenai v Tom [2023] PGNC 365; N10529 (19 October 2023)
• Kiap v Meketa [2023] PGNC 391; N10547 (19 October 2023)
• Richardson v National Airport Corporation Ltd [2023] PGNC 366; N10533 (20 October 2023)
• Lakari v Sinai [2023] PGNC 367; N10535 (20 October 2023)
• Stettin Bay Lumber Company Ltd v Pacific Development Contractors Ltd [2023] PGNC 368; N10537 (20 October 2023)
• Nerau v Kumul Consolidated Holdings Ltd [2023] PGNC 372; N10534 (20 October 2023)
• Pano v Samson [2023] PGNC 373; N10538 (20 October 2023)
• Frank v Hawap [2023] PGNC 374; N10531 (20 October 2023)
• Mari v Marape [2023] PGNC 392; N10548 (20 October 2023)
• Carpenter Agricultural & Manufacturing Ltd (trading as Coconut Products) v Anton [2023] PGNC 500; N10811 (21 October 2023)
• Yama v Pariwa [2023] PGNC 364; N10536 (23 October 2023)
• Wera v Pokanis [2023] PGNC 375; N10532 (23 October 2023)
• Double Field (PNG) Ltd v Iduhu [2023] PGNC 393; N10549 (23 October 2023)
• Wallai v Koim [2023] PGNC 394; N10550 (23 October 2023)
• Larsen v Koim [2023] PGNC 399; N10551 (23 October 2023)
• Jaran v Sayer [2023] PGNC 400; N10552 (25 October 2023)
• Iara v Toraso [2023] PGNC 401; N10553 (25 October 2023)
• Mangulik v Torovi [2023] PGNC 402; N10554 (25 October 2023)
• Puara v Andagali [2023] PGNC 424; N10569 (25 October 2023)
• Tembil v Pokanis [2023] PGNC 403; N10555 (26 October 2023)
• Karap v Marape [2023] PGNC 404; N10556 (26 October 2023)
• State v Yapa [2023] PGNC 479; N10615 (26 October 2023)
• HBS (PNG) Ltd v Hi-Lift Logistics Ltd [2023] PGNC 387; N10541 (27 October 2023)
• State v Waimbra [2023] PGNC 388; N10542 (27 October 2023)
• Hibulu v Kupo [2023] PGNC 405; N10557 (27 October 2023)
• Steamships Trading Company v Pisoro [2023] PGNC 406; N10558 (27 October 2023)
• Meda v State [2023] PGNC 505; N10834 (28 October 2023)
• Tupana v State [2023] PGNC 506; N10835 (28 October 2023)
• Datuk Kie Yik Wong v Tiong Sii Huang [2023] PGNC 389; N10543 (30 October 2023)

November 2023

• Yauwe v Tonga [2023] PGNC 407; N10559 (1 November 2023)
• Mozumder v Rosso [2023] PGNC 395; N10545 (2 November 2023)
• Lae Rental Homes Ltd v Department of Lands & Physical Planning [2023] PGNC 417; N10563 (3 November 2023)
• Waripapau Development Corporation Ltd v Rosso [2023] PGNC 418; N10564 (3 November 2023)
• State v Osara [2023] PGNC 509; N10881 (5 November 2023)
• State v Kasiman [2023] PGNC 396; N10560 (6 November 2023)
• Hole v Mana [2023] PGNC 408; N10565 (10 November 2023)
• Joseph v Rami [2023] PGNC 409; N10566 (10 November 2023)
• State v Babia (No 1) [2023] PGNC 419; N10570 (10 November 2023)
• State v Babia (No 2) [2023] PGNC 420; N10571 (10 November 2023)
• Eremuge v Apa [2023] PGNC 421; N10572 (10 November 2023)
• Kaeaka v Kange [2023] PGNC 425; N10567 (10 November 2023)
• Rami v Andrew [2023] PGNC 504; N10812 (10 November 2023)
• Guina v Warus [2023] PGNC 426; N10568 (13 November 2023)
• Saun v Sully [2023] PGNC 448; N10600 (13 November 2023)
• Lainda v Mokono [2023] PGNC 427; N10581 (14 November 2023)
• Bomai v Kia [2023] PGNC 497; N10656 (14 November 2023)
• State v Balik [2023] PGNC 507; N10887 (14 November 2023)
• Kupa v Joseph [2023] PGNC 501; N10813 (15 November 2023)
• Kwik Mit Ltd v Towe [2023] PGNC 428; N10586 (17 November 2023)
• State v Kime [2023] PGNC 429; N10573 (20 November 2023)
• State v Sip [2023] PGNC 430; N10574 (20 November 2023)
• State v Teya [2023] PGNC 431; N10575 (21 November 2023)
• State v Amos [2023] PGNC 432; N10576 (21 November 2023)
• Mawa v Daki [2023] PGNC 445; N10591 (21 November 2023)
• State v Kime [2023] PGNC 433; N10577 (22 November 2023)
• Onglo v Dilu [2023] PGNC 449; N10595 (22 November 2023)
• Hornibrook NGI Ltd v Awai [2023] PGNC 503; N10809 (22 November 2023)
• State v Amos [2023] PGNC 434; N10578 (23 November 2023)
• State v Amos [2023] PGNC 435; N10579 (23 November 2023)
• State v Pingjong [2023] PGNC 436; N10580 (23 November 2023)
• Nambis v Ling [2023] PGNC 437; N10582 (24 November 2023)
• Plamb v Kia [2023] PGNC 438; N10583 (24 November 2023)
• Kuba v King [2023] PGNC 439; N10584 (24 November 2023)
• Toselde v Deri [2023] PGNC 440; N10585 (24 November 2023)
• Gaia v Suka [2023] PGNC 441; N10587 (24 November 2023)
• Lin v Luan [2023] PGNC 442; N10588 (24 November 2023)
• Avis v Chief Executive Officer, Mainland Holdings Ltd [2023] PGNC 443; N10589 (24 November 2023)
• Pacific International Hospital Ltd v The 2018 APEC Coordination Authority [2023] PGNC 511; N10929 (24 November 2023)
• Yamala (trading as Potoyo Transport) v Sukap [2023] PGNC 476; N10628 (25 November 2023)

December 2023

• Canaan Investments Ltd (trading as Canaan Gas Distributors) v Origin Energy (PNG) Ltd [2023] PGNC 447; N10593 (1 December 2023)
• South Seas Tuna Corporation Ltd v Koim [2023] PGNC 450; N10596 (1 December 2023)
• Kandui v Parkop [2023] PGNC 451; N10597 (1 December 2023)
• Karaie v Puruno [2023] PGNC 452; N10598 (1 December 2023)
• Muga v Wanariu [2023] PGNC 453; N10606 (1 December 2023)
• Konny (trading as Mama Kia Contractors) v Komra [2023] PGNC 466; N10607 (1 December 2023)
• Sambeok v Samar [2023] PGNC 473; N10605 (1 December 2023)
• Mangulik v Torovi [2023] PGNC 490; N10629 (1 December 2023)
• Billie v National Executive Council [2023] PGNC 454; N10601 (4 December 2023)
• Ambuen v Huafolo [2023] PGNC 455; N10602 (5 December 2023)
• Kiponge v National Executive Council [2023] PGNC 456; N10603 (5 December 2023)
• Chiu v Leonard Ng Chow Leung [2023] PGNC 457; N10604 (5 December 2023)
• Paraka v Motor Vehicles Insurance Ltd [2023] PGNC 468; N10599 (6 December 2023)
• State v Kaiwi (No. 5) [2023] PGNC 458; N10614 (8 December 2023)
• Nondi v Powi [2023] PGNC 499; N10666 (8 December 2023)
• Bafinu v Momondi [2023] PGNC 487; N10612 (11 December 2023)
• Parau v Black [2023] PGNC 459; N10609 (12 December 2023)
• Falide v Gabi [2023] PGNC 460; N10610 (12 December 2023)
• Kubau v Tanuvasa [2023] PGNC 461; N10611 (12 December 2023)
• Singirok v Pariwa [2023] PGNC 462; N10619 (12 December 2023)
• Mondo v Pitalok [2023] PGNC 477; N10608 (12 December 2023)
• Siriga v Motor Vehicle Insurance Ltd [2023] PGNC 480; N10613 (12 December 2023)
• State v Sampre [2023] PGNC 491; N10616 (12 December 2023)
• State v Kingsley (No 2) [2023] PGNC 510; N10904 (12 December 2023)
• State v Kissi (No 2) [2023] PGNC 467; N10620 (13 December 2023)
• State v Hulkande [2023] PGNC 481; N10617 (13 December 2023)
• State v Barzinu [2023] PGNC 492; N10618 (13 December 2023)
• Adventure Kokoda PNG Ltd v Kilepa [2023] PGNC 488; N10630 (14 December 2023)
• Sinebare v Raminai [2023] PGNC 498; N10664 (14 December 2023)
• Arala v Kua [2023] PGNC 493; N10621 (15 December 2023)
• Tai v Baker [2023] PGNC 482; N10640 (18 December 2023)
• Hehonah v Robert [2023] PGNC 494; N10647 (18 December 2023)
• State v Noelo [2023] PGNC 474; N10631 (21 December 2023)
• Kondoa v The Public Curator of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea [2023] PGNC 478; N10632 (22 December 2023)
• Eka v Ryango [2023] PGNC 483; N10633 (22 December 2023)
• Piu Land Group Inc v Wenge [2023] PGNC 484; N10634 (22 December 2023)
• State v John (No. 2) [2023] PGNC 495; N10648 (22 December 2023)
• Steamships Ltd v Pala [2023] PGNC 496; N10651 (22 December 2023)
• Pokarup v Commissioner of the Correctional Service [2023] PGNC 469; N10635 (27 December 2023)
• Saguba v Commissioner of the Correctional Service [2023] PGNC 470; N10636 (27 December 2023)
• Supa v Commissioner of the Correctional Service [2023] PGNC 471; N10637 (27 December 2023)
• Tindipu v Poe [2023] PGNC 472; N10638 (29 December 2023)