Funded through a bank loan from a bank that apparently did not do it's due diligence. Why should we repay the loan? Approved apparently without due process or community consultation and without involvement of the Statutory Authority with the responsibility for such public infrastructure, who have now publicly washed their hands of the whole thing ! Together we can do much better.
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Marina Seeto
8 years ago
What lunacy is this?!
Kokopo is also my hometown...happy to fight the good fight! Gogogo cuz Jamie Pang!
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Louise Bernstein
8 years ago
This is terrible news for the marine environment in PNG. We loved our stay in Kokopo and do not want this to be built. Protect the dolphins environment now
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David Tamtu
8 years ago
No consideration to these beautiful dolphins . Must stop immediately
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Tony wesley Evennett
8 years ago
Please stop the madness.
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Max Uechtritz
8 years ago
These waters are among the most pristine and beautiful on this planet – and an asset and treasure to the ENB province, the nation and the world.
Largely unspoiled and untouched for centuries – an eco system and playground for dolphins and a multitude of other sea life – they could be fouled forever by sewerage ponds in the wrong place.
A world class resort destination ruined. Income, livelihoods snatched away. A tourism ‘hub’ at risk of becoming a tourism dud.
As a foreign correspondent, I was lucky enough to travel to 70 countries and visit the great marine playgrounds of Europe, Asia, the US and Caribbean. East New Britain and the Duke of Yorks are the equal to any.
One bad decision puts all that at risk.
Putting sewerage a kilometre out into St George’s Channel wouldn’t lessen that risk.
Overturning and relocating the project shouldn’t be seen as face loss. Instead, it would be courageous, good government for the best of reasons and motives. The politicians themselves would reap the benefits for protecting both the environment and their communities. These communities come first, not the construction companies. There’s always a way to fix the business side – but rarely to fix the environment.
It’s an historic moment. Be remembered forever for doing the right thing at the right time.
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Ashleigh
8 years ago
!!!
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Rebecca Iop
8 years ago
Thank you for saving the dolphins ❤
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Anton Lutz
8 years ago
All sewage must be properly treated before being pumped into any waterway, sea or ocean.
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Steve Moody
8 years ago
This type of sewage treatment works and associated outfall will have a detrimental effect on all aquatic life in its immediate vicinity and has no place in it's intended location at Kokopo.
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Carmella Gabina
8 years ago
Any development needs to consider nature. I support sustainable development and all the goals of UNWTO. What we do today determines the future of our children. Save nature and save the dolphines.
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Diane Matthews
8 years ago
Don't spoil paradise. There are other solutions to the issue of sewerage. Not only does this destroy the environment but it is unsightly. If tourism is the mainstay of this area this should not be allowed.
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Patricia Wiau
8 years ago
Atop this inhuman act
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Steven Rauai
8 years ago
Please save our nature and save the Dolphins...
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Dionne tanner
8 years ago
I am definitely against this type of proposed solution that may be convenient for a small number of people. More research and better solutions should prevail to protect the natural environment and ensure sustainability measures are in place for our beautiful country.
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Ingrid Tanner
8 years ago
Respect the environment and marine life. Relocate these sewerage plants immediately.
Funded through a bank loan from a bank that apparently did not do it's due diligence. Why should we repay the loan? Approved apparently without due process or community consultation and without involvement of the Statutory Authority with the responsibility for such public infrastructure, who have now publicly washed their hands of the whole thing ! Together we can do much better.
What lunacy is this?! Kokopo is also my hometown...happy to fight the good fight! Gogogo cuz Jamie Pang!
This is terrible news for the marine environment in PNG. We loved our stay in Kokopo and do not want this to be built. Protect the dolphins environment now
No consideration to these beautiful dolphins . Must stop immediately
Please stop the madness.
These waters are among the most pristine and beautiful on this planet – and an asset and treasure to the ENB province, the nation and the world. Largely unspoiled and untouched for centuries – an eco system and playground for dolphins and a multitude of other sea life – they could be fouled forever by sewerage ponds in the wrong place. A world class resort destination ruined. Income, livelihoods snatched away. A tourism ‘hub’ at risk of becoming a tourism dud. As a foreign correspondent, I was lucky enough to travel to 70 countries and visit the great marine playgrounds of Europe, Asia, the US and Caribbean. East New Britain and the Duke of Yorks are the equal to any. One bad decision puts all that at risk. Putting sewerage a kilometre out into St George’s Channel wouldn’t lessen that risk. Overturning and relocating the project shouldn’t be seen as face loss. Instead, it would be courageous, good government for the best of reasons and motives. The politicians themselves would reap the benefits for protecting both the environment and their communities. These communities come first, not the construction companies. There’s always a way to fix the business side – but rarely to fix the environment. It’s an historic moment. Be remembered forever for doing the right thing at the right time.
!!!
Thank you for saving the dolphins ❤
All sewage must be properly treated before being pumped into any waterway, sea or ocean.
This type of sewage treatment works and associated outfall will have a detrimental effect on all aquatic life in its immediate vicinity and has no place in it's intended location at Kokopo.
Any development needs to consider nature. I support sustainable development and all the goals of UNWTO. What we do today determines the future of our children. Save nature and save the dolphines.
Don't spoil paradise. There are other solutions to the issue of sewerage. Not only does this destroy the environment but it is unsightly. If tourism is the mainstay of this area this should not be allowed.
Atop this inhuman act
Please save our nature and save the Dolphins...
I am definitely against this type of proposed solution that may be convenient for a small number of people. More research and better solutions should prevail to protect the natural environment and ensure sustainability measures are in place for our beautiful country.
Respect the environment and marine life. Relocate these sewerage plants immediately.
Save the dolphins!
Save the dolphins!!!
Disgusting
Respect the dolphins I love dolphins