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MoA signed to grow PNG’s galip nut industry
A Memorandum of Agreement [MoA] was signed between the Forest Research Institute [FRI] and the Markets for Village Farmers project to promote full participation in developing Papua New Guinea’s emerging galip nut industry.
Bulolo community mourns late Governor Wenge in massive tribute
Nearly 40 vehicles carrying the people of Bulolo converged on Lae city today to pay tribute to the late Songang Luther Akisawa Wenge, fallen Morobe governor widely remembered for his leadership and commitment to local communities.
PNG, Japan sign K11.6m deal for disaster relief and defence support
Heavy machinery amounting to K11.6 million to help strengthen Papua New Guinea's disaster, relief, and infrastructure development capabilities was signed with Japan recently.
Soccer debuts in Madang’s remote Gama as governor’s cup draws record turnout
A weeklong Governor’s Cup tournament in Madang’s Gama village ended on Saturday with soccer played for the first time in the mountainous region along the Bismarck Range.
PNG Barramundis score back-to-back warm-up wins in Brisbane
Papua New Guinea’s national cricket team, the Barramundis, made a strong start to their international preparations with two victories in warm-up matches against Queensland sides over the weekend.
3rd Climate Change Summit to commence tomorrow
The 3rd Climate Change Summit begins tomorrow, with key sectors presenting progress on climate action targets.
Royals down Hawks to claim Madang rugby league title
The Royals are the new men’s A-Grade champions of Madang Rugby League, outlasting the Hawks 20-16 in a bruising grand final at Ron Albert Oval on Sunday.
Foreign Affairs Secretary clarifies PNG’s proposed Pukpuk Treaty with Australia
Papua New Guinea’s proposed Mutual Defence Treaty with Australia, now formally referred to as the “Pukpuk Treaty,” is designed to enhance the country's sovereignty and defence capabilities, not undermine them, according to the country's lead negotiator.
PNGFA receives trust instrument for Forestry Future Investment Account
The Papua New Guinea Forest Authority [PNGFA] reached a milestone on 10th September when the Department of Finance officially handed over the original trust instrument and gazettal notice for the establishment of the Forestry Future Investment Trust Account.
New Wau Waria district office to be named after late Deputy Prime Minister Sam Basil
The new Wau Waria district administration building in Garaina Station will be named in honor of the late Deputy Prime Minister and Bulolo MP, Sam Basil, who died in a tragic accident in 2022.