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Construction of Munhui Pinj and Sumia road underway

A quiet revolution is underway, one paved not with grand speeches but with gravel, determination, and community spirit.

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PNG youth bulge spurs push for National Compulsory Service Policy

Papua New Guinea’s youth bulge estimated at around 66 percent of the population has been identified as a critical issue that the government must address through proper planning and policy.

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Wau Waria locals driving major road constructions

A powerful display of community-driven development has seen the local alluvial miners in the new Wau-Waria District fund and launch the construction of roads as highways, linking the villages within the Wau part of the district.

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PNG likely to be grey listed by February 2026

Papua New Guinea is likely to be grey listed by the Financial Action Task Force [FATF] by February next year.

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New K50 note and 50t coin to be used starting tomorrow

Papua New Guineans will begin using the newly designed K50 note and 50 toea coin tomorrow, issued by the Bank of Papua New Guinea to commemorate the nation’s 50th Independence Anniversary.

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Maprik DDA strengthens health, education and community reconciliation

Member for Maprik, Libert Kapris, has delivered major support to health and education services in the district, while also leading reconciliation efforts to restore community harmony.

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Trailblazing coach Anthea Murray powers PNG Lewas ahead of World Cup Qualifiers

As the PNG National Women's cricket team prepares for the Women’s East Asia Pacific World Cup Qualifiers in Fiji starting September 7, 2025, much of the team’s competitive edge will come from the strength and conditioning expertise of Coach Anthea Murray. Working alongside head coach Mahuru Dai, Murray is ensuring the players are physically prepared to compete at the highest level. The team leaves for Brisbane on August 31 for final preparations.

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Jiwaka PHA reaches 90% coverage in ongoing polio immunisation campaign

Jiwaka Provincial Health Authority has achieved a 90% coverage in its ongoing Polio Outbreak Response Oral Polio Vaccine [nOPV2] campaign, vaccinating 99,656 children under 10 years out of a target population of 110,334.

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Pioneers light up Fatima secondary with solar power gift

30 years after graduating, the 1995 pioneer students of Fatima Secondary School have returned to make a lasting impact by installing a full solar power system to provide uninterrupted electricity for the school.

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Aslam stars as Barramundis fall short against Kuwait in tight Jersey clash

Papua New Guinea’s Barramundis came close but fell short against Kuwait, losing by 4 wickets in a thrilling encounter at the Farmers Cricket Club Ground in St Martin during their ICC CWC Challenge League A 2024–26 campaign, on Monday.

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