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Public urges GST relief beyond 2026
Ordinary Papua New Guinean citizens hope to see government relief assistance, like cuts in Goods and Services Tax [GST] on basic items, continue after the one-year implementation timeline from June 1, 2025, to July 31, 2026.
Western Highlands bids farewell to long serving provincial finance manager
The Western Highlands Provincial Administration on Thursday bid a final farewell to its long-serving Provincial Finance Manager, the Late Reverend Timothy Rapula, during an emotional ceremony at Mara Haus in Mt Hagen.
Madang to start second round of polio campaign
Madang Province will launch the second round of its polio vaccination campaign on Monday, 20 October, a week later than other provinces due to logistical challenges.
Sweet start for Buka’s first ice cream training
Ice cream is a favourite treat for people of all ages, loved for its creamy texture and variety of flavors.
Unnecessary trauma cases burden Milne Bay’s health system
A rise in trauma cases for Milne Bay has been described as an ‘unnecessary burden’ on the province’s healthcare system, at least for the Alotau Provincial Hospital.
Grade 8 Exams to start on Monday, but some dates may shift
The Department of Education has confirmed that the 2025 Grade 8 National Examinations are set to start on Monday, 20th October, but some schools may need to adjust exam dates slightly if papers are delayed
Milne Bay moves to deliver exam papers before Monday
While Milne Bay's Grade 8 examination papers have arrived this Friday afternoon, the challenge to deliver them to schools remains a worry this weekend before exams get underway on Monday.
A total 5863 Grade 8 students will sit the exams next week for Milne Bay.
Milne Bay PHA reintroduces fees to meet funding gaps
The Milne Bay Provincial Health has reintroduced user pay fees for its services, a last resort to fill in funding gaps to keep its operations running.