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Students living in fear after repeated campus break ins

The PNG University of Technology students residing at the Okari Open campus outside of the main campus area, within the Nawae block, settlers in Lae told NBC News, that they are currently living in fear and remain on high alert following three separate campus breach incidents by thugs.

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PNG sign Jarome Luai as Chief no.1 on a multi-year deal

The Papua New Chiefs have officially announced the signing of four-time premiership winner Jarome Luai as their first-ever player.

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Luai parts way with Tigers to pursue Chiefs dream

The Wests Tigers’ long-term rebuilding plans have been dealt a significant blow after marquee star Jarome Luai officially announced to exit the club at the end of the 2027 season.

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Tekwie calls for creation of women ministry

Woman activist Dorothy Tekwie has re- echoed the need for the government to create a women's ministry in Parliament.

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Goodenough cocoa winners return home

They returned home to Alotau to a rousing welcome yesterday, the medal winners out of Milne Bay for the Greater Sepik Cocoa of Excellency 2026.
They had gone to defend their Gold title and defend they did.

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Parents in Manus urged to vaccinate their children

Manus Province has joined the global community in celebrating World Immunization Week, highlighting the life-saving importance of vaccines in protecting communities.

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PNGDF’S COL. Aruma leads Australian army brigade in historic ANZAC day march

In a landmark moment for Papua New Guinea and Australia’s enduring partnership, Colonel Boniface Aruma of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force proudly led the Australian Army’s 3rd Brigade during the Anzac Day last Saturday, 25 April.

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PNG Chiefs set for bombshell player announcement

NBC News has been reliably informed that the PNG Chiefs will make a major announcement during an impromptu media conference scheduled for 9:00 am tomorrow.

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Maprik township under lockdown after police barracks torched

The township of Maprik in East Sepik Province has been placed under lockdown following a violent incident that saw five duplex houses at the New Town Police Barracks burned down overnight.

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Kagamuga runway upgrade to handle bigger aircraft

The National Airports Corporation has officially launched the Mt Hagen Kagamuga Airport upgrade.

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