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K7.7billion PIP boost in 2026 budget as Connect PNG inquiry looms
The National Government continues to put massive funding towards the Public Investment Programs [PIP], with a massive K7.7 billion allocated towards this in the 2026 National budget.
PNG announces record K30.9 billion budget for 2026
The Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey in parliament today announced a total expenditure budget of K30.9 billion in 2026, compared to K28.3 billion for this year. That’s an increase of K2.6 billion.
CLRC wants Papua New Guineans taught their constitutional rights
Secretary for the Constitutional Law Reform Commission, [CLRC] Dr Mange Matui, wants to see Papua New Guineans be educated about the country's constitution.
Middle Ramu youths find path to education after years of being forgotten
There is at least a glimmer of hope for 19-year-old Lydia Egamankon from Itutang Village in the Arabaka LLG, remote Middle Ramu District, who is doing her grade 11 this year, for access to quality education.
Meth suspects arrested in Port Moresby
The son of a prominent figure in PNG and a senior public relations officer have been detained for being in possession of illegal drugs during a routine police patrol at Gordons today.
Historic Ega Lutheran Church in Kundiawa Marks 91 Years
Simbu's oldest church celebrated its 91st anniversary on Sunday with a grand renovation and rededication ceremony in Ega, Simbu province.
Tambul Nebilyer landslip claims four young lives
A devastating landslip in the Tambul Nebilyer District of Western Highlands Province claimed the lives of four children late Friday night.
Vanuatu dethrone Kapuls in epic penalty shoot out
Vanuatu is now champion of the MSG Prime Minister's Football Cup after dethroning the PNG Kapuls in a penalty shootout 2 (5) - 2 (4).
PNG Women claim inaugural title in MSG PMs Cup
The PNG senior women's football team, PNG Gold, have claimed the inaugural title of the MSG Prime Ministers Football Cup today after beating Fiji 3 goals to nil in wet weather conditions at the Sir John Guise Stadium in Port Moresby.
PNGFA to allow only genuine investors after business plan is finalised
The Papua New Guinea Forest Authority [PNGFA] says only genuine investors will be allowed to operate in the country’s forestry sector once its business plan is final.