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Veteran warns of ratification instability

A former Bougainville veteran is warning that the region could face renewed instability if the National Parliament fails to ratify the 2019 referendum result, in which 97-point-7 percent of Bougainvillean's voted for independence.

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ABG appeals grants case

The Autonomous Bougainville Government has escalated its fight over K125 million in national grants to the Supreme Court, after failing to convince the National Court last week that it is the only lawful recipient of the funds.

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PNGDF recruitment goes online

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force [PNGDF] has officially transitioned its recruitment process to an online platform, marking a significant shift from traditional hand-delivered applications.

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Reds, Steelers set for MKRL’s 7th grand final showdown

The Motu Koita Rugby League Association [MKRL] will stage its 7th Grand Final this Saturday at the Sir Hubert Murray Stadium.

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Simbu Province to return writs today

Simbu Province is set to return its LLG election writs today with a minor delay caused by ward members lobbying for the presidential seat following their declaration.

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Goodenough Island gold exploration sparks concern from local MP

Kiriwina-Goodenough MP and Opposition Leader Douglas Tomuriesa has raised concerns in Parliament over reports that up to 80 to88 percent of Goodenough Island contains gold, prompting mining wardens from the Mineral Resources Authority [MRA] to move in and identify potential mining sites without informing provincial or district authorities.

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Chuave MP demands release of 2025 expenditure report, says districts still missing funds

Chuave MP James Nomane has demanded that the government publicly release the 2025 Expenditure Report, claiming several districts and provinces have not received their full funding allocations this year.

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Kumuls quintet depart for UK to join London Broncos in 2026 Betfred Championship

Five Papua New Guinea Kumuls players recently signed by the London Broncos have departed Port Moresby today, beginning their journey to the United Kingdom ahead of the 2026 Betfred Championship season.

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Rosso: Up to K20 million poured into Lae schools every year

Deputy Prime Minister and Lae MP John Rosso has revealed that the Lae City Authority [LCA] and the National Government are injecting K15 - K20 million annually into Lae’s education sector, an unprecedented level of investment aimed at transforming schools and creating thousands of opportunities for young people.

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Margaret Vagi appointed Acting Electoral Commissioner amid retirement-age controversy

Margaret Vagi has been appointed Acting Electoral Commissioner, following confirmation in Parliament that current Commissioner Simon Sinai has surpassed the compulsory retirement age of 60.

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