History of Mining in Papua New Guinea

Prior to Independence, since the mining days in Sudest, Misima, Wau Bulolo and elsewhere, all mining activities were administrated by the Territory of Papua New Guinea Administration. All mining activities were regulated by the Mining Ordinances, based on the 1872 Queensland Mining Legislations. In the years leading to Independence, and with Panguna Mine blooming, the […]
MRA Corporate Plan 2022-2027

It gives me tremendous pleasure to oversee the development of the 2022 Strategic and Visionary Corporate Plan for the Mineral Resources Authority, (MRA). This plan aims at improving efficiency, good governance and strengthening technical capabilities at the Mineral Resources Authority; demonstrate strong commitment towards stimulating resurgence of mineral exploration and long-term sustainability of the Mining […]
K92 Mining Inc.

This Presentation is being provided for information purposes only and does not constitute or form part of, and should not be construed as, an offer or invitation to sell or any solicitation of any offer to purchase or subscribe for any securities of K92Mining Inc. (the “Company” or “K92”) in Canada, the United States or […]
Mining Outlook – Papua New Guinea

New wave of projects in the sector and forthcoming reforms. To view more download a PDF DOWNLOAD PDF
Mining & Exploration Bulletin 2018

Mineral Resources Authority (MRA) was established to serve the nation’s needs for promoting a sustainable mineral industry in PNG, and acts as a regulator to the industry. On 19th August 1998, the National Executive Council (NEC) considered a Policy Submission requesting approval for the creation of the Mineral Resources Authority through an Act of Parliament. […]
Mining Industry Quarter 2 OHS Bulletin 2017

Despite the current economic gloominess, the mining industry in PNG is experiencing an increase in employee numbers when compared with the reporting period last year, consistent with rising productivity and commodity prices. It also appears that the safety and health statusof our sector has improved over the same period, giving me confidence that the efforts […]
Mining Industry Quarter 1 OHS Bulletin 2017

The Mineral Resources Authority through the Mines Safety Branch of the Regulatory Operations Division is proud to provide to you the “Mining Industry OHS Bulletin – Quarter 1 – 2017”, which can be read in conjunction with and as a continuation of our previous publications. The 2017 Quarter 1 publication features Health and Fitness Performance […]
Mining & Exploration Bulletin 2016

The Mining and Exploration Bulletin is an official publication the Mineral Resources Authority (MRA) of Papua New Guinea. The Bulletin is a bi-annual publication that is intended to give information the performance and development of mineral exploration and mining projects in the country. It also contains updates on government policies and activities relating to the […]
Bulletin 1st Issue 2015

The Mining and Exploration Bulletin is an official publication the Mineral Resources Authority (MRA) of Papua New Guinea. The Bulletin is a bi-annual publication that is intended to give information the performance and development of mineral exploration and mining projects in the country. It also contains updates on government policies and activities relating to the […]
Mining & Exploration Bulletin July-Dec 2012

The Quarterly Bulletin is an official publication of the Mineral Resources Authority (MRA) of Papua New Guinea. The Bulletin is a bi-annual publication that is intended to give information on the performance and development of mineral exploration and mining projects in the country. It also contains articles on the administrative functions of the MRA as […]