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On the day Papua New Guinea marked 51 years as an independent nation, Lae also paused to remember a defining moment in its wartime history – the liberation of the city from Japanese occupation 83 years ago.

There may be no major provincial Independence Day celebration in Western Highlands this year, but police presence around Mt Hagen City is clearly visible.

The Department of Works and Highways has officially opened its new K7.8 million office building, naming it Mirisim Haus in honour of former minister, the late Solan Mirisim.

A beer shop operating in the heart of Lae city was open for business today despite a liquor ban imposed ahead of Papua New Guinea’s 51st Independence celebrations.

The Public Employees Association [PEA] has demanded that the National Government immediately settle about K182 million in outstanding employer superannuation contributions for public servants.

As Papua New Guinea celebrates its 51st Independence Anniversary across the country, churches in Northern Province took the lead in the celebrations at the provincial capital today.

Prime Minister James Marape says one of the biggest priorities for the next 10 years is quality education.

Enga acting Provincial Police Commander Chief Inspector Daniel Yangen has made a desperate call to local authorities to expand police cells, as severe overcrowding forces officers to detain suspects in corridors and transport vehicles.

‎‎Marchers and participants in colourful red, black and gold have gathered for the 51st Independence Anniversary celebrations  at Alice Wedega Park in Alotau, Milne Bay Province, ready to get the day's celebrations underway.
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‎They've arrived at the park, the celebrations venue, with various schools , government and private organisations in full PNG colours assembling in preparation for the day's official program.
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‎The Correctional Institute Services and the provincial security personnel have taken position in a ceremonial guard of honor at the front of the Habona Gaige Stadium at Alice Wedega Park as Member for Alotau, Ricky Morris walks through conducting an inspection of the parade.
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‎Milne Bays premier secondary school, Cameron Secondary School, is among other vocational and primary schools in the urban cluster participating in this year's independence celebrations.
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‎Alotau Member Ricky Morris will be the keynote speaker for this year's celebrations.
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‎The celebration will continue until this afternoon with vehicle floats and other independence fun games.
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Papua New Guinea has been challenged to use its young population, culture and natural resources to create more jobs and build a safer and happier nation over the next 50 years.