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Milne Bay PHA celebrates 50th pre-independence anniversary

The Alotau Provincial Hospital was abuzz on Tuesday, staff of the Milne Bay Provincial Health Authority holding pre-Independence celebrations.

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Yangoru-Saussia public service housing project nears halfway mark

The public service housing project for the Yangoru-Saussia District in the East Sepik is making steady progress, with four of the planned eight houses now completed.

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Holy Trinity students in Vanimo revive traditional cooking

Students at the Holy Trinity School of Humanities in Baro, Vanimo Green District, today took centre stage in showcasing traditional cooking styles as part of the Pre-Independence celebrations leading up to Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary on 16th September.

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UN Chief commends PNG’s unity on 50th Anniversary, promises to amplify pacific voices

United Nations [UN] Secretary-General António Guterres lauded Papua New Guinea's 50-year journey of forging national unity from profound diversity, highlighting the nation's story as proof that differences can be a greatest strength.

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UN praises PNG’s human rights steps, urges greater inclusion for women

The Secretary General of the United Nations His Excellency Antonio Guterres has commended Papua New Guinea for its significant progress in peacebuilding and human rights.

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Bougainville peace process lauded by UN Secretary-General

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres commended both Papua New Guinea and Bougainville for their ongoing efforts in the Bougainville Peace Agreement process,

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UN Secretary-General commends PNG for forging consensus through dialogue amid global turmoil

It was a historic moment for Papua New Guinea as United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addressed the National Parliament, becoming the first serving UN Secretary-General to visit the country.

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Mother of one killed in shocking attack in Simbu

A 28-year-old mother of one, Alice Mogia, from Mu village in Tabare LLG, Sinesine Yongomugl District, was allegedly raped and murdered on September 1, 2025, between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm.

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PWBL grand finals set to ignite Taurama arena

The countdown is on for the Port Moresby Women’s Basketball League [PWBL] grand finals, set to electrify the Taurama Aquatic and Indoor Centre this Sunday.

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Polling date for Bougainville elections moved to September 5

The Bougainville Electoral Commission has announced a new date for polling in the 2025 Bougainville elections.

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