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Komo secondary taps into FODE
The Hela Education Services signed has a Memorandum of Understanding [MOU] with Kokoda Track Foundation [KTF] and ExxonMobil to commence Flexible Open Distance Education [FODE] program at Komo Secondary School.
Hela liquor ban enforcement strengthened as committee sets new measures
The Hela Provincial Liquor Licensing Board has taken decisive steps to reinforce the province-wide liquor ban, convening last week to deliberate on two important resolutions aimed at tightening enforcement and ensuring compliance.
Wau Waria’s financial push earns BPNG invite to Global summit
The Bank of Papua New Guinea [BPNG] will host a global meeting that will bring together central banks from around the world under their ‘Alliance for Financial Inclusion’ [AFI] network.
Siale’s squad named for World Cup Qualifiers
Cricket Papua New Guinea [CPNG] has announced the final 14-player PNG U19 Siale’s squad to compete in the upcoming ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific [EAP] Qualifier.
Government considers tax breaks to rescue K62 billion Papua LNG deal
The National Government is considering a multi-billion Kina assistance package to bridge a financing gap that threatens to further delay the massive Papua LNG project.
Community launches development plan to tackle disasters and drive growth
The Nagamito Community in Ward 4 of Lower Bena LLG, Unggai Bena District, Eastern Highlands Province, has launched a development plan to tackle disasters and boost growth, thanks to Australia Humanitrian Partnership (AHP)and Care PNG.
Goldie Barracks Crisis: K20 million road ‘missing,’ medics borrowing supplies
The government is facing tough questions over the disappearance of K20 million intended for the access road to the Goldie River Training Depot, while soldiers and their families are reportedly forced to borrow basic medical supplies to survive.
Bougainville independence vote ‘90% ready’ for Parliament: Makiba
The procedural framework required to table the Bougainville referendum results in the National Parliament is 90 per cent complete, according to Minister for Bougainville Affairs Manasseh Makiba.
Yopo leader calls for tougher laws after surrendering guns
The National Amnesty and Gun Surrender Program is progressing in Enga Province, following the surrender of high-powered weaponry by one of the region’s most prominent tribal factions.
Landslide displaces over 60 families in West Sepik
The West Sepik Provincial Disaster Office and the Sandaun Provincial Administration are moving to provide emergency relief to dozens of families following a devastating landslide in East Wapei of Lumi District on Sunday, March 15.