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Conviction quashed
A Malaysian national has successfully appealed in the National Court in Waigani for his district court conviction to be quashed.
Prime Minister announces establishment of Taskforce Shield to investigate retirement savings
The Government has established a Task Force to investigate allegations of losses totaling K222 million in retirement savings. Prime Minister James Marape announced the formation of the Task Force to safeguard national investments and ensure accountability.
Muruks suffer first loss at the hands of defending premiers
Reigning Digicel ExxonMobil Cup champions Enga Mioks pulled off an upset with a 22-14 win over competition leader Mendi Muruks.
PNG lifts World Cup preparations with the service of former Zimbabwe coach
Papua New Guinea Barramundis have boosted their ICC T20 World Cup campaign with the inclusion of former West Indies cricketer and Trinidadian all-rounder Phil Simmons as part of their coaching staff.
Hunters surge into top 6
PNG Hunter's formidable run in Queensland Rugby League competition continues to show promising signs after earning a 36-18 victory over Ipswich Jets.
PNG CORE concerned about the introduction of Gold Police if the National Gold Corporation Bill is passed
The PNG Chamber of Resources and Energy (PNG CORE) has expressed alarm about the proposed introduction of a "gold police" that will come about if the proposed National Gold Corporation Bill is passed.
“I am not a millionaire” Prime Minister Marape
Prime Minister James Marape has denied a viral social media post, naming him as the richest Papua New Guinean.
Gold Corporation Bill consultation must take into account concerns of all stakeholders: Papua New Guinea Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative
Papua New Guinea Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative has thrown its support behind the government’s decision to delay the passage of the Gold Corporation Bill and seek wider stakeholder consultation.
Porgera Gold Mine operator continues to promote local content
The operator of Porgera Mine in Enga Province continues to promote national content after resuming operations in December 2023.
Over 8500 teachers were put off payroll this week
Another teaching year, but the issue of teachers being put off pay-roll resurface again.