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Fiji narrows PNG’s chance at World Cup qualification following 3-3 draw

A late goal by Fiji's Merrill Nand in extra time held Papua New Guinea to a heartbreaking 3-3 stalemate in FIFA World Cup 2026 Oceania Qualifiers.

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Barker clarifies Hunters decision to omit promising talent

PNG Hunters chief executive officer Scott Barker has clarified Hunter's stance on the omission of Digicel ExxonMobil Cup rising star Bartholomew Evi.

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20 days Human Rights Activism Campaign launched for NGI region in Kimbe

Minister for Community Development, Religion and Youth, Jason Peter formally launched the 20 Days of Human Rights Activism Campaign for the New Guinea Islands in Kimbe today.

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KCK Rigo Rice Cup to promote the value of discipline throughout the tournament

Chief Executive Officer for KCK Rigo Rice Cup, Mcsteve Polly, has warned participating teams that strong discipline will be exercised throughout the tournament both on and off the field.

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National Media Development Policy approved

Minister for Information and Communications Technology Timothy Masiu described the approved National Media Development Policy 2024 as a landmark achievement for the media sector in Papua New Guinea.

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2024 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup rookie of the year speaks out after being overlooked by hunters

Central Dabaris try-scoring ace Bartholomew Evi’s potential future in the Hostplus Cup has been creased into doubts after PNG Hunters overlooked him.

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Alarming cases of HIV/AIDS in PNG

Papua New Guinea has experienced an alarming number of Human Immunodeficiency Virus or HIV cases since 2022.

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TB, the leading cause of death in PNG

Tuberculosis is the leading cause of death for Papua New Guineans, according to recently revealed statistics from the National Department of Health.

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Rabaul tourist attacker surrenders

The suspect involved in the attack on foreign tourists last month in Rabaul, East New Britain province surrendered to police this morning.

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Bougainville celebrates ‘Tree of Life’ at inaugural coconut festival in Buka

The first-ever North Bougainville Coconut Festival burst into life yesterday at Kuskus Oval in Buka Town, drawing crowds eager to celebrate and learn about the region’s treasured coconut tree.

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