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West Sepik kicks off pre-independence celebrations
West Sepik Province has kicked off its Pre-Independence celebrations with a vibrant float parade showcasing the role of government departments, business houses, and community groups in Papua New Guinea’s development.
‘Full steam ahead’: NRL boss confirms PNG’s 2028 entry
National Rugby League chief executive officer Andrew Abdo remains confident that Papua New Guinea will make its long-awaited entry into the competition in 2028, despite recent leadership upheavals and speculation about delays.
Small Island States call for unity and stronger support at PIF
Leaders of the Small Island States [SIS] met in Honiara today as part of the 54th Pacific Islands Forum, stressing the need for action, unity, and stronger support for their most vulnerable communities.
Madang unites to clean town ahead of PNG’s 50th Independence
Madang residents have sent a powerful message of pride and unity by turning out in record numbers on Saturday to clean their town in preparation for Papua New Guinea’s 50th Golden Jubilee Independence Anniversary.
Exit of 15 senior Madang police officers leaves 600-year gap in force
Madang Province is bracing for a major vacuum in law enforcement after 15 of its most senior police officers, with a combined 600 years of experience, received their official retirement notices last Friday.
Forestry sector backs SEZ and industrial park development
The Papua New Guinea Forest Authority [PNGFA] has pledged its support towards promoting Special Economic Zones [SEZ] and forestry-based industrial parks, saying the sector is ready to align with the government’s development vision.
PNG Lewas land in Fiji with high hopes for World Cup qualification
The Papua New Guinea Lewas have touched down in Nadi, Fiji, carrying the hopes of a nation as they prepare to contest the ICC Women’s East Asia-Pacific [EAP] T20 World Cup Qualifiers.
PNG community in Solomon Islands hosts pre-independence celebration
The Papua New Guinea Solomon Islands Community Association in Honiara has, for the first time, hosted a pre-independence celebration ahead of PNG’s 50th Independence Anniversary on September 16.
54th Pacific Islands Forum preparations underway in Honiara
Preparations are underway for the hosting of the weeklong 54th Pacific Islands Forum leaders meeting in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Hunters dominate Brothers to secure second straight CRU championship
The Santos National Football Stadium was alive with energy and anticipation as the SWG Valley Hunters and the Kramer Apec Brothers faced off in the 2025 Capital Rugby Union premier grade grand final.