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‘Vision over Money’: Luai reveals heart behind PNG Chiefs move

Rugby league superstar Jarome Luai has opened up on his decision to join the PNG Chiefs, revealing that a vision to transform a nation, rather than a record-breaking salary, was the catalyst for his historic move.

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Youth jobs boost: Program delivers real employment in Lae

The Urban Youth Employment Project is already benefiting young people in Papua New Guinea, just six months into its latest phase, through strong partnerships with industry.

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K100,000 Australian grant to boost school safety in Wau Waria district

The signing of a K100,000 funding agreement under the Australian Government’s Direct Aid Program [DAP] with the TMN Foundation Inc is set to improve school safety and infrastructure for two primary schools in Morobe’s Wau Waria district.

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Maprik MP condemns destruction

The Member for Maprik, Libert Kapris, has strongly condemned the destruction of state properties following the tragic death of Jude Nandi, urging citizens to uphold the rule of law and protect the town’s growing role as a hub for commerce in the central Sepik region.

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13 dead in Sambio land dispute

Thirteen people are dead following a land dispute at Sambio village in Bulolo district last weekend, with police now on the ground monitoring the situation.

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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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