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Beyond the field: Nelson Stone’s NEST Program cultivates community spirit in Tokarara

While many spent Mother’s Day in quiet celebration, the communities of Tokarara, June Valley and Hohola were buzzing with a different kind of energy. Former National representative Nelson Stone was on the move, visiting mothers' groups across the suburb, delivering cakes, food, and soft drinks. But the day wasn't just about the treats but rather honoring the backbones of the nation.

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West Sepik launches Destination Authority to drive tourism

West Sepik Province has taken a significant leap into the tourism sector with the official launch of the West Sepik Destination Authority [WSDA], a dedicated body established to coordinate and expand tourism activities across the province.

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Jiwaka commits K4m to executive housing project

The Jiwaka Provincial Government has moved to address the chronic shortage of institutional housing for senior bureaucrats by committing K4 million towards a new executive housing scheme in the province.

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DWU strengthens ties with James Cook University through medical schools

Four lecturers from the School of Medicine at Divine Word University have returned from a successful academic visit to James Cook University's medical school in Australia.

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Madang records K63 million in cocoa revenue

Madang Province made a whooping K63 million from the cocoa industry last year.

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PNG and Vanuatu strengthen ties after leaders’ talks

Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu have agreed to strengthen their long-standing relationship following bilateral talks in Port Moresby on Monday.

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Marape rejects ‘slush fund’ claims

Prime Minister James Marape, this afternoon, in a statement, rejected claims by East Sepik Governor Allan Bird that there are “slush funds” under the Office of the Prime Minister.

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PNG and Timor-Leste agree to open embassies

Papua New Guinea and Timor-Leste have agreed to open embassies in each other’s countries following bilateral talks held in Port Moresby today.

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BSP supports improved healthcare services with reopening of 9 mile urban clinic

Access to quality healthcare services remains a major challenge across Papua New Guinea and a new partnership between the Bank of South Pacific and National Capital District health authority is helping to address this issue.

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PNG hosts leaders for Melanesian Ocean Conference

International leaders and delegates are tonight attending a welcome dinner reception in Port Moresby ahead of the inaugural Melanesian Ocean Conference at APEC Haus this week.

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