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Madang police protest over unpaid 2025 festive season operation allowances

Frustrated police officers blocked the entrance to the Madang Provincial Treasury Office this afternoon, protesting weeks of unpaid allowances for the Special Christmas and New Year operation, code-named Sain Abe 3. The protest came nearly two months after Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa launched the operation on December 1, 2025. At the launch, Pariwa announced a […]

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Nomane urges ‘war room’ response to PNG grey-listing

Opposition Leader James Nomane has issued a five-step ultimatum to the Government, demanding a ‘holistic approach’ to rescue Papua New Guinea from the Financial Action Task Force [FATF] grey-list. Nomane, speaking on behalf of the Opposition as a concerned party, said the state cannot resolve the international labeling on its own. He says the nation’s […]

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Ramu Highway reopened: Works Department Fast-tracks Bridge Repairs in Madang

Commuters traveling between Madang, Lae, and the Highlands can breathe a sigh of relief as the Department of Works and Highways confirms that the Ramu Highway is once again fully accessible. Following a period of severe weather that forced travelers into dangerous wet-crossings, Works Secretary Gibson Holemba confirmed that emergency repairs on three critical bridges […]

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Prisoner releases to be based on behavioural reform, says minister

Minister for Correctional Service Joe Kuli has revealed that more than 100 prisoners were released last year under parole, release on licence, and the power of mercy, saying this initiative will continue. Kuli said the release initiative is part of a renewed focus by the Correctional Service [CS] to address long-standing challenges such as prison […]

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Successful fundraising drive paves way for Greater Sepik Cocoa of Excellence Show

The cocoa farmers of all the cocoa growing regions in Papua New Guinea are looking forward with renewed hope after the successful completion of the Greater Sepik Cocoa of Excellence & Trade Expo fundraising drive, which ended on a high note at the Lae International Hotel in Morobe Province. The fundraising journey began in Wewak […]

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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. Running from January 15th to the 26th at Kafana Village, the tournament served as a vital platform for young men and women in Goroka and the wider province. Since […]

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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. The Goroka District Development Authority-backed tournament saw Crushers walk away with a whopping K20,000 prize money while the runner up Dolphins received K10,000. Competition chairman and former PNG […]

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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. The money was presented to Samantha’s younger brother, Midi Turik, by governor Pariwa upon receiving a letter of assistance. Midi […]

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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. Earlier this week, the Commission held a one day Highlands Regional consultation in Mt Hagen, bringing together airline operators, government agencies, regulators and consumer groups to discuss key issues affecting the airline sector. The inquiry is […]