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Security forces neutralize armed offenders and seize factory-made rifles in Tsak Valley operation
Acting Commissioner of Police Samson Kua has announced the successful conclusion of a major intelligence-led operation in a village in Tsak Valley early this morning, resulting in the seizure of two high-powered M16 rifles and the neutralization of two armed offenders.
Hela to roll out major awareness campaign on liquor ban
Hela Province will launch a major awareness campaign this month to educate the public on the legal consequences of breaching the provincial liquor ban.
Youth power drives Banz town reform
Youth leadership is taking centre stage in the transformation of Banz town, as 101 youths lead a major clean-up and reform program aimed at restoring order and setting the town on a new development path.
Hela administrator urges communities to release land for road development
Hela Provincial Administrator Marago Dagoba has called on landowners to release land freely to allow road and bridge development in the province.
PEA: Pay raise must hit public servants this fortnight
The Public Employees Association has called on the government to make sure the 3% pay raise for public servants is paid in this fortnight’s salary.
PEA urges delay in new income tax rollout
The government has been urged to delay the rollout of the new Income Tax, which is expected to come into effect this year.
Nurses will not go on strike
Nurses around the country will not take part in any nationwide stop work.
PNG schools urged to focus on learning, not just exams
Education Secretary, Dr Uke Kombra, has emphasized the need for Papua New Guinea’s education system to roll out a formative assessment system.
Government pays K80 million in outstanding water bills
The National Government paid around K80 million last year to Water PNG to settle some of its outstanding bills.
Hela Provincial administrator urges people to free their land for road development
Road access is vital for service delivery to rural communities and for people to reach essential services in urban centres, says Hela Provincial Administrator Marago Dagoba.