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Kafana rugby league sets new standard for youth pathways in EHP

The Kafana Rugby League has successfully concluded its inter-district off-season competition, reinforcing its commitment to developing young talent and fostering positive mindsets within Eastern Highlands Province.

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Wotose claim top prize in Goroka 9s tourney

After six weeks of running, the Goroka rugby nines tournament concluded with Wotose Crushers claiming the top prize after defeating Nagamiufa Dolphins 15-13 in the grand final.

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Pariwa assists cancer patient to seek overseas treatment

Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa provided a life-saving assistance of K50,000 to help a 36-year old patient, Samantha Agnesis Turik, who was diagnosed with severe invasive ductal carcinoma, a common type of breast cancer in women.

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ICCC continues aviation industry inquiry in Mt Hagen

The Independent Consumer and Competition Commission [ICCC] is continuing its inquiry into the aviation industry in Papua New Guinea.

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ICCC approves fare hikes to save struggling PMV sector

The Independent Consumer and Competition Commission [ICCC] has moved to prevent a potential crisis in the national transport sector, approving a series of fare increases aimed at keeping Public Motor Vehicles [PMVs] and taxis on the road.

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Karakara Junior Day High School infrastructure crisis deepens in South Fly

The ongoing struggle for quality education in Western Province's South Fly district has taken a dramatic turn, with parents of Karakara Junior Day High School students rejecting the school's temporary plan to address the crippling lack of classrooms and teachers.

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NYDA, Central Province hold consultative meeting on youth council and Papuan regional games

The National Youth Development Authority (NYDA) and the Central Provincial Government today convened a one-day consultative meeting to address key issues surrounding the establishment of a Provincial Youth Council and preparations for the upcoming Papuan Regional Games.

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Biosecurity officials suspect African Swine Fever following wild boar deaths in East Sepik

National biosecurity officials are on high alert following reports of sudden wild boar deaths in Nukuma, with preliminary suspicions pointing towards a potential outbreak of African Swine Fever [ASF].

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NBC charts new course with ‘changing the narrative’ theme

The National Broadcasting Corporation of Papua New Guinea [NBC PNG] has started its two-day Board and Management Planning Workshop for 2026 under the theme, “Changing the Narrative.”

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New TVET center to be established in Hawa CS facility upgrade

A Technical Vocational Education and Training [TVET] center will be established within the Hawa Correctional Service in Hela.

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