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Police in the National Capital District and Central Province say growing support from businesses and individuals during the festive season is strengthening frontline law-and-order operations, as authorities warn the public against disorderly New Year celebrations.

Newly appointed Mayor of Tari Town, John Buni Lamba, has announced a K10,000 reward for the apprehension and surrender of any individuals involved in murders within the township.

A prominent Mendi businessman has appealed for restraint and responsibility on social media following a series of devastating fire incidents in Mendi town, warning that the spread of unverified information is deepening trauma for affected business owners.

An Australian-registered cruise ship carrying more than 120 people has run aground on coral reefs at Dregerhafen Point in Morobe Province, triggering an emergency maritime response and an investigation into possible environmental damage.

A local business has stepped in to support law enforcement efforts in West Sepik Province, donating fuel to ensure police remain mobile and visible during the high-risk Christmas and New Year period.

Christmas Eve and Day policing operations across Lae, Morobe, were effectively carried out by multiple police units, resulting in several arrests and the maintenance of public order.

Travellers along the Abau–Rigo–Port Moresby corridor have been warned to exercise extreme caution following the collapse of the Imila Bridge early Saturday morning, cutting off a vital transport link in Central Province.

Eastern Highlands Governor Simon Sia used Christmas Eve to deliver a blunt message of accountability, reform and second chances to inmates at the Bundaira Correctional Institution, reminding prisoners that jail time should mark a turning point and not the end of their lives.

The National St John Ambulance attended to a total of 267 emergencies during its Christmas operations across the country.

Prime Minister James Marape has sent his Christmas Greetings from his home in Ambua, Tari.