more on where I get my info.

We have not been able to telecommunicate with phones since Tuesday afternoon - either landlines or mobiles. Apparently the internet is working fine though. This explains the problem.

"This is an update on problem that I circulated early yesterday. TelikomPNG Ltd advises that the Taraka Exchange has been shut by the Property owner. Technician having no entry excess to maintenance system faults. The problem is affecting voice and mobile services as well. The matter has also gone before the courts. This would mean indefinite delay in restoring services back to normal. "