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New cocoa depot brings economic hope to Aitape

Wilyete Cocoa Exporter in Vanimo has recently established a new cocoa depot in Aitape, following the “Look West Policy,” an initiative by cocoa farmers from Suain village in Aitape East LLG, West Sepik Province.

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Deputy Governor calls for urgent infrastructure overhaul of Imila bridge

Deputy Governor for Central Province and President of the Aroma Coast Local Level Government, Desmond Baira, has called on the Department of Works and Highways to urgently review the design of Imila Bridge following its collapse over the weekend.

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Lae water police secure area around grounded MV Coral Adventurer

The Lae Water Police are providing a strong security presence at the grounding site of the Australian-registered ‘MV Coral Adventurer’.

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PM hails rural tourism pioneer for believing in PNG

Rural tourism in Papua New Guinea continues to show what is possible when trust, partnership and long-term commitment are put first.

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Governor Parkop apologizes for the city water disruption

National Capital District Governor, Powes Parkop has appealed to residents in the nation's capital to be patient as Water PNG is working on fixing the water woes faced in the city.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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].

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