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Private Business Committee rejects Motion of No Confidence against Prime Minister
The Private Business Committee has rejected the latest motion of no confidence in Prime Minister James Marape, saying it cannot be accepted under the country’s Constitution.
Marawaka coffee becomes official sponsor of APEC 2025 in Korea
Coffee grown in Marawaka, Eastern Highlands is gaining international attention, earning the role of official coffee sponsor for APEC 2025 in Gyeongju, South Korea.
Grade 12 selection system questioned
Grade 12 students from rural areas are deprived of a fair shot into tertiary institutions by the new selection system, leaving teachers deeply concerned.
3% salary increase for public servants commencing January 2026
Public Servants will soon have a 3 percent general salary increase starting January 2026.
Jiwaka police warn public against roadblocks as LLG polling continues
The Secretary for the Department of Provincial and Local Level Government has responded to a petition presented by Anglimp LLG President Nicholas Koruwa, saying the matter will be addressed after the current LLG elections.
Heli Solutions CEO appointed deputy chair of Tourism Promotion Authority
Captain James Pima, Chief Executive Officer of national aviation company Heli Solutions, has been appointed Deputy Chairman of the Tourism Promotion Authority [TPA].
Controversial company supplying medicines still in operation
A logistics company dubbed a "bad actor" in the 2019 Public Accounts Committee [PAC] inquiry into the health sector's supply, procurement, and distribution of medical supplies is alleged to still be operating.
VONC motion submitted to Parliament Speakers office
A vote of no confidence in Prime Minister James Marape is expected to be introduced in Parliament today, as the Opposition pushes ahead with its bid to change the country’s leadership.
Deaths at Lae Hospital after nearly 20-Hour blackout
Parliament heard today that seven people died at Lae's Angau Memorial Provincial Hospital as a result of almost 20-hours of blackout and a non-functioning generator.
The Prime Minister says auditors will track funds
Chuave MP James Nomane has accused the Government of selectively releasing district funds, claiming the national budget has been “weaponised” to marginalise certain electorates.