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PNG Lewas retain ODI status

Cricket PNG has achieved a major milestone with the confirmation that the national women’s team, the Lewas, has been granted Women’s One Day International [ODI] status for the 2025–2029 cycle, effective from May 12, 2025.

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Henao Thomas leads Black Bass to first Isuzu women’s T20 smash title

The Black Bass made history on Saturday, clinching their first-ever Isuzu Women’s T20 Smash title with a hard-fought seven-run victory over the Mudmen in a thrilling final at Amini Park.

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BFPNG launches ‘Golden Oldies Basketball’ for senior citizens

Prime Minister James Marape launched the Basketball Federation of Papua New Guinea’s (BFPNG) latest initiative — a new competition tailored for former and veteran basketball players.

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Government committed to new Madang/Baiyer Road

The National Government is committed to completing the new Madang/ Baiyer Road soon.

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Cardinal Ribat represents PNG and Solomon Islands at Vatican conclave to elect new Pope

Papua New Guinea's Cardinal Sir John Ribat was among the first to arrive at the Vatican ahead of the Conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis.

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PNG appoints Seline Leo-Lohia as Trade Commissioner to Indonesia to strengthen bilateral economic ties


Prime Minister James Marape has announced the appointment of Seline Leo-Lohia as the new Trade Commissioner of Papua New Guinea to the Republic of Indonesia, following approval by the National Executive Council [NEC].

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Wewak port foreshore protection project completed

Wewak Port is now better protected against rising sea levels and intensified storm surges following the successful completion of the Wewak Port Foreshore Protection Project in East Sepik Province.

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Bayune secondary receives new truck from Bulolo MP

Bayune Secondary School in the Bulolo District of Morobe Province received a boost to student transport last week, as local MP Sam Basil Jr officially handed over the keys to a new truck during a presentation ceremony on the school grounds.

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Regional implications of U.S tariff a concern, says BSP

The recently announced United States Government tariffs on Papua New Guinea is limited, however the broader regional implications are more concerning.

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NPL announced as new naming rights sponsor for Enga Mioks

New Porgera Limited [NPL] is now the new naming rights sponsor of the Enga Mioks Rugby Football League Club [RFLC] franchise in the 2025 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup.

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