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Vipers sting competition leaders Dabaris in dramatic ‘Men in League’ clash

The Digicel ExxonMobil Cup delivered high-anticipated drama at Sir John Guise Stadium as the Port Moresby Vipers claimed a famous 24-10 victory over competition leaders, the Central Dabaris. In a match fueled by an electric atmosphere from NCD and Central fans, the ‘Men in League’ round 3 lived up to its billing as a physical, […]

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Relief supplies dispatched to Torokina

Close to K1 million worth of food rations and essential supplies have been dispatched to the Torokina area in South Bougainville, which was among the hardest hit by Tropical Cyclone Maila. Nine boats loaded with relief supplies left Buka for Torokina on Saturday morning. Regional Member for Bougainville, Peter Tsiamalili Jr, said affected communities were […]

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Floodwaters cut off Alotau as Haumo Bridge faces collapse

Heavy downpour on Saturday evening saw access bridges and roads into Alotau Town severed; authorities have their work cut out for them to rectify this situation. More pressing though was the Haumo Bridge at Gravel Pit just outside Alotau Town, a strategic bridge connecting town to Gurney Airport. It’s an emergency as fears another downpour […]

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Milne Bay SMEs race toward June finish in blue economy program

With the June finish line fast approaching, Milne Bay’s 5 selected local small to medium enterprises who have signed on with the Gutpla Solwara, Gutpla Bisnis Program in November last year, were visited this week for a project grant status update. The program is a joint UNDP and UNCDF project supporting reef-positive enterprises, from seaweed […]

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PNG journalist recaps historic moment as Johnston plays 250th NRL game

When Alex Johnston caught the ball on the wing and dived across the line for his 213th NRL try, Allianz Stadium didn’t just cheer, it erupted. But for the small contingent of Papua New Guineans in the stands, including Inside PNG’s Helen Sea, the roar was personal. Tonight, the try-scoring legend will play his 250th […]

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Dei MP joins Western Highlands PEC

Dei MP Desmond Paul Kipa has officially been sworn in as a member of the Western Highlands Provincial Executive Council [WHPEC], today (25-04-26) at Sir Mara Haus- the provincial headqurter. MP Kipa, who was elected in the 2025–2026 Dei by-election, took his oath before Senior Provincial Magistrate [SPM] Betty Jacobs of the Mt Hagen District […]

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WHPG passes K113.9 million budget for 2026

The Western Highlands Provincial Government [WHPG] has passed its 2026 budget, focusing on taking development and services to rural communities in the province. The 2026 provincial budget, named “Going Rural,” outlines key development projects and priority programs identified for funding this year. Governor Wai Rapa says most of the projects funded in 2026 are ongoing […]

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North Waghi District MP initiates Peace Ceremony

The Word of God and devotion to Christian principles is the answer to maintain and upload peace and prosperity in communities. Member for North Wahgi, Hon Benjamin Mul said this while officiating a peace ceremony today at Kumbal in Nondugul LLG of North Waghi District in Jiwaka. MP Benjamin Mul units the two warrian clans […]

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Major facelift for WHP Works and Highways Division after decades

For decades, staff of the Department of Works and Highways worked from aging and rundown offices. Now, a new modern facility in Mt Hagen will change the way they work and deliver services. The newly opened Mukapena Haus is not just another government building – it represents a shift in how the Department supports its […]

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5-Year WaSH Plan launch by Delta Fly District, Western Province

The launch of the Delta Fly District 5-Year Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WaSH) Plan is a significant step in strengthening water security, community level service delivery and subnational governance in Western Province. The Plan was developed with government, communities, civil society and development partners, and is supported under the PNG-Australia Partnership. Through the PNG–Australia Western […]