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Youth killed, another injured in Mekeo supermarket hold-up
A youth from Inawi in the Mekeo Local Level Government Area, Kairuku District, Central Province, has died, and another sustained severe injuries following an armed hold-up at a Chinese-run supermarket in the area on Saturday night, 6 September 2025.
SP Brewery strengthens community ties through Bogia Show support
South Pacific Brewery [SP Brewery] has thrown its support behind Madang’s premier cultural event, announcing a K10,000 sponsorship for the Bogia Show, which runs from 14 to 16 September at Bogia Station.
Hela province achieves 98% polio vaccination coverage
The Hela Provincial Health Authority has successfully concluded its Polio Supplementary Immunization Activity [SIA] campaign, achieving an outstanding 98% vaccination coverage across the province. Nearly 79,000 children aged 0 to 10 years received the life-saving vaccine during the two-week exercise, which ended on Friday.
Community spirit shines as Ponowi primary prepares for PNG’s 50th Independence
Ponowi Primary School in the Ialibu-Pangia District came alive this week with vibrant cultural celebrations as students, teachers, and the surrounding community prepares for Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary on September 16.
Future nurses spearhead Mendi health and hygiene drive ahead of Independence celebrations
Final-year students from the Mendi School of Nursing have led a major civic initiative this week, conducting a town-wide cleanup and a critical public health campaign ahead of Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Anniversary and the PNG Games.
CEO of Western Highlands Governor’s office presents provincial updates with UPNG students
Western Highlands tertiary students studying at the University of Papua New Guinea [UPNG] were given a rare and historic opportunity to hear firsthand from the provincial government when the Chief Executive Officer of the Governor’s Office, John Bar Kupai, presented a comprehensive update on the state of the province.
Koroba launches K70m hospital and youth center
Leaders and community members in Koroba, Hela Province, broke ground yesterday for two major infrastructure projects: a K65 million Level 4 District Hospital and a K5 million Community Development Center.
Marape farewells UN Secretary-General as he departs the country
Prime Minister James Marape farewelled United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres yesterday at Jackson’s International Airport following his historic four-day visit to Papua New Guinea, the first ever by a UN Secretary-General since the country joined the UN family in 1975.
Lewas build momentum with strong Brisbane performance
The Papua New Guinea (PNG) women’s national cricket team, the Lewas, have begun their Brisbane tour in commanding fashion, delivering standout performances in trial matches while sharpening their skills ahead of the Women’s East Asia-Pacific (EAP) World Cup Qualifiers in Fiji next week.
Madang provincial hospital described as ‘death trap’
The President of the National Nurse's Association of Papua New Guinea, Frederick Kebai, said the Madang Provincial Hospital is a 'death trap.'