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Gerehu natives win 10s Tourney with extra time penalty
The Sydney Wesley Rhinos 10s Cup concluded yesterday with the Gerehu Natives walking away with the Cup following their 3-0 victory over the Newtown Chiefs.
Rising tides are destroying Vanimo’s surfing future
As 2025 comes to an end, the legendary coastline of Vanimo Village is being swallowed by the Pacific Ocean.
Christmas spirit lights up Waromo village
Waromo Village in West Sepik Province came alive with song, dance, and drama as the community marked Christmas through annual caroling celebrations.
Journalist arrested for drinking in a public place
A journalist who is employed by one of our weekly newspapers was arrested by the police on Sunday for drinking in a public place.
No new salary tax for workers in 2026, says tax office
Workers in the formal sector will not pay extra salary income tax in 2026, according to the Internal Revenue Commission [IRC].
Hard enforcement phase activated for New Year
The Metropolitan Superintendent of NCD, Warrick Simatab provided an operational update on Operation Iron Star, which commenced on December 18.
Mothers bring Christmas joy to Angau children’s ward
A group of three mothers in Lae has brightened the festive season for children at the Angau Memorial General Hospital pediatric ward, donating gifts and goody bags to lift the spirits of young patients.
Four dead during Christmas as police warn of alcohol-fuelled violence
Police have confirmed two murders and two suspected suicide during the Christmas period in the National Capital District and Central Province, prompting a strong warning from authorities ahead of New Year celebrations.
UOG Sepik campus produces first wave of agriculture graduates
The University of Goroka’s Sepik Campus has marked a major milestone in higher education for the Sepik region, graduating 32 students in agriculture-related programs during its Second Bachelor and Third Diploma Graduation Ceremony.
Police laud business support as festive security operations continue
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.