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Governor Wouwou calls for unity

The people of West Sepik Province have been urged to be united, and prepare for the country’s golden jubilee celebrations, in 2025. West Sepik Governor, Tony Wouwou, made this call when speaking at the 49th Independence Anniversary celebrations in Vanimo Town this morning. Governor Wouwou told his people to reflect on how far they have […]

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Milne Bay Province building resilience to climate change

The 24 million dollar Building Resilience to Climate Change/ B.R.C.C Program involving five pilot provinces has delivered 13 dinghies to Milne Bay’s Island and atoll communities. 21 remote island communities were identified from five provinces under this program supported by the Asian Development Bank which has already installed water catchment and tanks to sanitation facilities […]

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PNG Marks 49th Independence Anniversary with Flag-Raising Ceremony

A solemn and symbolic flag-raising ceremony at Independence Hill in Port Moresby started the day as Papua New Guineans came together at dawn to commemorate its 49th Independence anniversary. Foreign dignitaries, government officials, and hundreds of Papua New Guineans marked a moment of national pride and reflection as the country marked nearly five decades of […]

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Central Governor urges reflection on PNG’s development journey

As Papua New Guinea celebrates its 49th Independence Anniversary, Central Province Governor Rufina Peter encourages everyone, especially the people of Central Province, to take a moment to reflect on their development journey. In her Independence message, she emphasizes that September 16 is more than just a date; it symbolizes the path Papua New Guineans have […]

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Government determined to address increasing lawlessness

The government has passed a resolution to focus on reducing the country’s increasing law and order issues. Straight after the House was adjourned to 26th November, members in the government benches went into a 2-hour meeting to discuss stringent measures to reduce lawlessness. Prime Minister James Marape said respective party leaders have expressed their concerns […]

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Glare to step up

Utility pivot Finley Glare has been tasked with a crucial role as PNG Hunters prepare to take on North Devils in the Hostplus Cup preliminary final this weekend. Glare replaces crafty five-eight Joshua Lau, who suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in the semifinal win over Sunshine Coast Falcons last week. Despite Hunters copping […]

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PM Marape reaffirms commitment to serve the people

After retaining the country’s top post on the floor of parliament this morning, Prime Minister James has assured the country that the Marape-Rosso government remains committed. He said the government stands ready to address issues in the country and looking forward to contributing meaningfully to the country’s development. The prime minister urged members of Parliament […]

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Motion of confidence in alternate Prime Minister to be tested on the floor of parliament

The motion of Confidence in the alternate Prime Minister, Finschafen MP, Raino Paita will be tested on the floor of parliament today. Constitutional Lawyer Paul Mawa says it is a Constitutional process and the alternate Prime Minister Nominee name will not change. He says there is already a Prime Minister in that position and the […]

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Security stepped up near parliament house

As the Vote of No Confidence [VONC] against the Prime Minister James Marape is approaching security is on alert anticipating what will unfold today on the floor of parliament. Police are controlling traffic within the vicinity of Parliament House. The backroad from parliament to Waigani including the Independence Boulevard has been blocked off. The police […]

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Social Democratic Party backs government

One of the major coalition partners, Social Democratic Party maintains commitment and loyalty to the government. This was announced by party Leader and NCD Governor Powes Parkop, just hours before the vote of no confidence. With six members , Governor Parkop says SDP will remain in government to face the VONC in Prime Minister James […]