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Isbister is new High Commissioner

A new Australian High Commissioner, has been sent to Papua New Guinea, following the completion of Ewen McDonald’s tenure, as Australia’s representative to PNG.

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RCPNG to celebrate 40 years of ministry in East Sepik

Revival Center of PNG (RCPNG) will celebrate 40 years of ministry in East Sepik Province with a four-day anniversary celebration in Wewak, beginning on Thursday, October 29, 2026.

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Kudjip hospital faces shutdown over K5.7 million funding gap

Thousands of patients across Jiwaka and the Upper Highlands region could face serious disruption to essential healthcare services as Nazarene General Hospital at Kudjip battles a financial crisis threatening its continued operations.

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Madang gets new police chief

Madang police has welcomed a new Provincial Police Commander (PPC) amidst confusion.

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Community leader calls for urgent action on Sepik-highway lawlessness

Former two-term Member of Parliament for Maprik, businessman, and community leader John Simon has issued an urgent plea to East Sepik leaders to address the deteriorating law and order situation crippling the province’s key economic arteries.

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Air Niugini urges caution, after fire incident at the international airport

Air Niugini has issued an urgent safety warning to passengers regarding the handling, charging, and transport of lithium battery-powered devices, following a fire incident at the Jacksons International Airport in Port Moresby.

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Supreme court returns to Kavieng after 30 years

The return of Papua New Guinea’s Supreme Court to Kavieng after approximately 30 years has marked a significant milestone for access to justice in New Ireland Province, with Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika confirming that a full-time resident judge will be appointed to the province in 2027.

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National narcotics bureau plans Morobe office

The National Narcotics Bureau is working to establish a provincial coordination office in Morobe to strengthen drug awareness and improve coordination with communities and government agencies.

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Twelve dead after robbery in Kimbe

Twelve suspects who robbed a retail outlet in Kimbe Town this morning were killed in a crossfire with police while they were attempting to flee in a getaway vehicle.

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Three missing people return to PNG

The three people who went missing for 70 days, were finally repatriated from the Republic of Kiribati and returned to Papua New Guinea today.

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