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Japanese artist leads mural project celebrating PNG’s 50th anniversary in Goroka
Renowned Japanese artist Miyazaki Kensuke has brought colour and culture together in Goroka, leading the creation of a vibrant mural to celebrate Papua New Guinea’s 50th anniversary of Independence.
Jimi DDA airlifts LLG election materials into remote areas with K100,000 support
The Jimi District Development Authority [DDA] in Jiwaka Province has stepped in with K100,000 logistics support to ensure polling materials reach some of the country’s most remote communities for the Local Level Government [LLG] elections.
Tari Pori heads to polls today
Polling will take place today in the Tari Pori District, the home electorate of Prime Minister James Marape, as part of the ongoing Local Level Government [LLG] elections in Hela Province.
Astrolabe Bay LLG nears count completion as Madang elections run smoothly
Counting in the Astrolabe Bay Local Level Government [LLG] in Madang’s Raikos District is nearing completion, with 15 of 19 wards already declared.
Marape calls for family planning as PNG population hits 10 million
Prime Minister James Marape has urged Papua New Guineans to practice responsible family planning, warning that the country’s fast-growing population could outpace the economy if not managed properly.
Big boost for police training as PNG, Australia open new facilities
The number of new police recruits in Papua New Guinea will double from 300 to 700 per intake, thanks to new support from Australia and the national government’s commitment to increase police numbers across the country.
Historic vote: Parliament approves country’s first medical university
In a landmark decision for the nation’s healthcare and education sectors, the Papua New Guinea Parliament has unanimously passed the bill to establish the country’s first-ever University of Medicine & Health Sciences [UMH] last Thursday.
Ipape impressive in Kumuls win
PNG Kumuls hooker Edwin Ipape was a standout performer in the PNG Kumuls 50-18 victory over the Fiji Bati yesterday in Port Moresby, and recieved the Man of the Match after the game.
Emotional mum watch son shine with Kumuls
A mother’s love knows no bounds - it is a force that drives courage, sacrifice, and unwavering support. For Puri Navu, a widow from the quiet coastal village of Viriolo in Abau District, Central Province, Papua New Guinea that love recently took her on a remarkable journey to witness her son, Gairo Voro, achieve a lifelong dream.
Shoot out in Madang leaves two dead
A shoot-out between Madang police and armed criminals along the Naru section of the Bruce Jephcott [Madang/ Ramu] Highway on Thursday this week has left two criminals dead.