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PNGDF halts public comment on recruitment saga

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force [PNGDF] says it will make no further public statements on the 2026 recruitment intake, effective immediately.

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PNG cocoa takes centre stage

Papua New Guinea’s cocoa industry took the spotlight today as the Greater Sepik Cocoa of Excellence & Trade Expo officially opened in Wewak, drawing farmers, leaders, and international partners together in a strong show of unity.

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New player Jiwaka eyes cocoa future at Wewak Expo

Jiwaka Province is stepping into the cocoa industry as a new player, with a delegation now in Wewak to learn from some of the country’s best.

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Milne Bay cocoa farmers head to Wewak to defend title

A group of Milne Bays ccoca farmers left Alotau at the weekend to join others at the Greater Sepik Cocoa of Excellence & Trade Exoo 2026, hosted by Wewak next week.

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Bougainville flag carrier launched

The Autonomous Bougainville Government has officially launched Bougainville Wings Limited, a major step forward for the region’s aviation sector.

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Milne Bay visit sparks renewed push for nurses’ insurance cover

Executives of the PNG Nurses Association were in Milne Bay recently, advocating for nurses’ insurance cover and putting into practice what this means.

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Ramu Nickel mine project agreement undergoes review

The long- awaited second review of the Community Development Agreement [CDA], or what was otherwise called the Memorandum of Agreement or MOA of the country’s first- ever nickel and cobalt project based in Madang Province, is now underway.

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Marape retains defence portfolio as PNGDF recruitment probe begins

Prime Minister and Defence Minister James Marape has further clarified the separation of Defence responsibilities from other portfolios currently held within Government, stressing that Defence remains under his direct oversight pending the outcome of an ongoing investigation into recruitment.

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Rigo schoolboys join Dabaris youth squad

Rigo Schools Rugby League [RSLR] is a proud grassroots entity, as two of its schoolboys take a big step forward to represent Central Dabaris in the PNG Rugby League National Youth Competition.

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MRDC-support students shine at UOG graduation

Students supported by Mineral Resources Development Company [MRDC] have achieved top academic honors at the University of Goroka [UOG] 29th graduation ceremony.

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