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A member elect expected to be declared today in Kabwum by-election
Eliminations have begun for Morobe’s Kabwum by-election.
Supt. Singura bows out after serving the force for 32 years
After 32 years with the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, Morobe Provincial Police Commander Superintendent Jacob Singura officially handed over office and vehicle keys to his successor, Chief Inspector Yonga Yawongan, and bowed out gracefully this week.
‘We’ve got to start somewhere’: Olam backs youth competition as vital to PNG’s NRL future
Former Melbourne Storm and PNG Kumuls centre Justin Olam has thrown his full support behind the newly established National Youth Competition, calling it a vital first step as Papua New Guinea pushes towards joining the NRL in 2028.
Polling nearing completion in Usino-Bundi bye- election
Polling for the Usino-Bundi bye- election is expected to be completed today.
Tarawai Islanders can now access clean bore water
More than 50 households on Tarawai Island now enjoy clean, reliable water, thanks to a community led borewell project
Minister Peter commended for championing Disability Rights Legislation
Leader of Government Business and Regional Member for Bougainville, Peter Tsiamalili Jr commended Minister for Community Development, Religion and Youth, Jason Peter for introducing and securing the passage of the Persons with Disabilities Bill in the National Parliament.
PNG opens longest footbridge, boosting access in Hiri West
The K15.41 million footbridge constructed at Papa-Lealea village in Hiri West, Central Province was officially opened today.
Spike in fatal road accidents along Magi Highway raises alarm
Fatal motor vehicle accidents along the Magi Highway in Central Province are rising at an alarming rate, with authorities attributing the spike to speeding and drink driving on newly constructed roads.
Newborn rescued from pit toilet in Ligga
A newborn baby boy was miraculously rescued from a pit toilet yesterday in Kavieng, New Ireland province.
Rare conjoined twin birth in Wewak ends in tragedy
Two conjoined twin girls born at East Sepik Provincial Hospital on Monday tragically died just a day after their birth, despite intensive medical care.