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Major facelift for WHP Works and Highways Division after decades
For decades, staff of the Department of Works and Highways worked from aging and rundown offices.
5-Year WaSH Plan launch by Delta Fly District, Western Province
The launch of the Delta Fly District 5-Year Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WaSH) Plan is a significant step in strengthening water security, community level service delivery and subnational governance in Western Province.
Australia and Papua New Guinea invest in youth skills for future leadership
Young Papua New Guineans will be able to build practical skills to lead, work and create opportunities with the launch of a new series of youth-focused short courses.
ESPHA Launches Phase 2 of Immunization & Systems Strengthening Program
East Sepik Provincial Health Authority [ESPHA] has successfully launched the second phase of a major health investment that will drive equitable health access and better health outcomes for mothers and children.
HIV & AIDs transmission to newborn babies rise
Around 2,700 newborn Babies contacted HIV & AIDs every year through blood and fluids transmission during childbirth.
Frieda River Limited delivers clean water to Lumi communities after landslide
Frieda River Limited [FRL] has stepped in to support communities in Lumi, West Sepik Province, following a devastating landslide in March that damaged homes and blocked vital road access.
US Gov’t commits over K60 million to PNG to enhance capacity on infectious disease
The United States Government has made another four-year financial commitment of US$15 million or over K60 million to Papua New Guinea through the Department of Health to enhance capacity for infectious disease outbreaks and HIV/AIDS.
Three winners declared at 2026 Cocoa of Excellence Expo
Three outstanding cocoa producers have been jointly declared winners today at the 2026 Greater Sepik Cocoa of Excellence and Trade Expo in Wewak today.
Police officer arrested in Hela Province for breaching liquor ban
A serving member of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary in Hela Province has been taken into custody today after being caught consuming alcohol in defiance of the province-wide liquor ban.
High-risk detainee escapes hospital and is on the run
A high-risk remand detainee has escaped custody and is now on the run, prompting a joint manhunt by Correctional Service officers and police.