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Nationwide tree planting project to restore PNG forests

Schools, communities and landowners across Papua New Guinea will take part in a large-scale tree-planting program over the next five years, following National Executive Council approval of a major forestry initiative.

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Service delivery in rural PNG very costly

Service delivery in remote Papua New Guinea remains one of the most costly and challenging exercises for the government.

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Government committed to strengthening PNG’s economy after financial review

Prime Minister James Marape has today declared that his government fully accepts the findings of a recent international financial assessment and is committed to addressing all recommendations to strengthen Papua New Guinea’s economic security and integrity.

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New underground water system brings boost to services on Bunsil Island

A new underground water supply system is now fully operational at Bunsil, delivering clean water to the local station, primary school, aid post and the newly established high school in Tewae-Siassi District.

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27 foreign fishermen detained after IUU fishing bust in Gulf waters

Twenty-seven foreign fishermen are now in police custody following a major crackdown on Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated [IUU] fishing in Gulf Province waters.

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Kumil bridge in Madang partially washed away

Kumil Bridge separating the two districts of Bogia and Sumkar in Madang was partly severed early Thursday morning due to a heavy downpour and flooding.

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New double classroom handed over to Malabita primary school

Students, parents and the Board of Management of Malabita Primary School in the Baubake constituency of Buin have received a newly built and refurbished double classroom that will greatly benefit them as the new year begins.

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Thirty-FODE-students graduate at Dauli college of higher education

Thirty students from the Hagalu Flexible Open and Distance Education (FODE) Centre in Tari proudly graduated yesterday at the 53rd Graduation Ceremony of Dauli College of Higher Education.

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Madang with zero tolerance on corruption

Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa has re-emphasized zero tolerance on corruption in the Madang government and administration during a dedication service for public servants on Wednesday.

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Barker describes the fall in kina

Recent financial reports of Kina, weakened against the major trading currencies, has sparked widespread debates over rising prices for everyday goods, with ordinary families now forced to dig even deeper into their pockets.

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