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No power if water at 20 percent

The El Nino induced dry weather conditions has brought water levels at the Sirinumu dam to a critical low at 53 per cent and it continuous to go down at 10 per cent every 10 days.

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El Nino funds in Simbu sent directly to districts

The Simbu Provincial Disaster Office has clarified that the K2.5 million El Nino Relief Funding from the National Government has been remitted directly into all District Development Authority (DDA) accounts.

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Dr Robert Waiye murder case deferred to November

The case of the late Dr. Robert Waiye was today deferred to November 4th, 2026, by the Kundiawa District Court.

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El Nino humanitarian emergency

Health and National Disaster Services Minister Dr Billy says the Government is now prioritizing water, food and health for the worst-affected provinces.

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Cancer patients still arriving late

Many cancer patients in Papua New Guinea are still arriving at health services when the disease is already at an advanced stage.

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PMGH CEO clarifies radiotherapy status

Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) has clarified the status of its radiotherapy services and the progress of its Comprehensive Cancer Centre Project, following recent social media claims.

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Governments brief media ahead of Bougainville ratification

The National Government and the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) have briefed media organisations on the outcomes of consultations held under the Melanesian Framework, as both governments prepare for the next phase of the Bougainville peace process.

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Students warned against post exam nuisance

Grade 10 and 12 students have been warned that public nuisance after the final examinations will not be tolerated.

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109 grade 10 students miss national exams after Bareji violence

One hundred and nine Grade 10 students at Bareji High School in the Northern Province have been unable to sit their 2026 National Examinations following a deadly stabbing incident and subsequent violence at the school on Monday.

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American cyclist travels across PNG by bicycle

American traveller Henry Hall is cycling across Papua New Guinea, combining road and boat travel as he explores the country before continuing his journey to Indonesia.

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