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New Ireland Police Command welcomes new Provincial Commander
The New Ireland Police Command officially welcomed its new leader today during a handover-takeover ceremony at the Kavieng police headquarters, marking the transition of the Provincial Police Commander (PPC) post from Chief Superintendent Albert Beli to Chief Superintendent George Fanamanu.
Police launch Highlands Western Strategic Plan for NATEL 2027
Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Chief Superintendent, Joseph Tondop has announced a new Highlands Western Division Strategic Plan aimed at ensuring a free, fair and safe National Election in 2027.
Simbu PHA Board concludes three-year term
Simbu Provincial Health Authority Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Ken Kassi formally commended the outgoing Board of Governance for its decisive leadership and support over the past three years.
Hagen Show opens doors for new cultural groups and international visitors
The 66th Mt Hagen Culture and Agriculture Show has opened its doors to more than traditional performances.
NDC expects El Nino peak between September and October
Papua New Guinea is heading into the most critical months of the El Nino period, with the National Disaster Centre (NDC) preparing to assess whether provinces can cope with worsening conditions.
Australia and PNG advance on Pukpuk Treaty
Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Richard Marles, and Papua New Guinea’s Minister for Defence, Elias Kapavore MP, met on Sunday 16th August, in Port Moresby for their first ministerial meeting.
Ahi woman heads overseas for new opportunity
Neralyn Lalo from Yalu village in Lae is the only Ahi woman selected under the Lae Labour Mobility Program.
POM under water rationing as major pipeline undergoes critical repairs
Residents and businesses across Port Moresby will face scheduled water shutdowns and phased rationing starting Friday evening, August 14, to Sunday, August 16, 2026.
More East Sepik children to access specialist heart care
Children in East Sepik are set to benefit from improved access to specialist cardiac care, with the Operation Open Heart Foundation planning to establish a cardiac screening clinic at the provincial hospital.
PNG-US disaster exercise tests emergency response skills
Disaster response teams in Lae have tested their skills in a joint Papua New Guinea-US exercise focused on saving lives during emergencies.