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PNG could dominate NRL like Penrith Panthers, says V’landys

Australian Rugby League Commission [ARLC] chairman Peter V’landys believes Papua New Guinea’s incoming NRL franchise has the potential to mirror the dominance of the Penrith Panthers, starting from their expected debut in 2028. Speaking during his visit to Port Moresby this week, V’landys praised the rise of rugby league talent in PNG, citing the Junior […]

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Fiji Prime Minister Rabuka reflects on historic ties as Pacific leaders prepare to celebrate PNG’s golden jubilee

The Government and people of Fiji have extended warm congratulations to Papua New Guinea as it prepares to celebrate its 50th Independence Anniversary in September. Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka expressed his country’s admiration and support for PNG’s milestone, describing the bond between the two nations as deep-rooted and enduring. Rabuka said the friendship was […]

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Nasfund announces employer-to-employer discount partnership with Monier Ltd

The National Superannuation Fund [Nasfund] has announced a new partnership with Monier Limited, a leader in Papua New Guinea’s construction industry, under the Nasfund Employer-to-Employer [E2E] Discount Program. A formal signing ceremony was held in Port Moresby today, officiated by George Constantinou Jr, Managing Director and Group Chairman of the Constantinou Group of Companies, and […]

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MSG to send letters urging self-determination for Melanesian groups

The Melanesian Spearhead Group Leaders have agreed to write two different letters to the Governments of France and the Republic of Indonesia. These letters will represent a joint statement embracing the rights of West Papuans and nationals of New Caledonia who are calling for self-independence. Prime Minister James Marape says the MSG leaders had a […]

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PNG government eases burden for USP students in Fiji with K9.1 million support

More than 100 Papua New Guinean students studying at the University of the South Pacific [USP] in Fiji will now receive direct financial support from the PNG Government following a major funding announcement. Prime Minister James Marape confirmed that the government has contributed $5 million Fijian dollars [about K9.1 million] to assist with tuition fees […]

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Law and community come together at Madang’s 2025 Fun Run

Close to a thousand people turned out for the 2025 Trukai Fun Run in Madang on Sunday, dubbing itself as one of the most successful community events in the province in recent years. The annual event brought together locals, business houses, schools, and government agencies in a celebration of unity, health, and community spirit. A […]

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Biaru villagers celebrate first feeder road in Wau-Waria with tears, tradition, and tribute

In a rare reversal of roles, villagers from the Biaru tribe in Wau-Waria District, Morobe Province, led a weekend-long celebration to mark the opening of the long-awaited Wisini-Kasangare feeder road in Kasangare village. The new road is the first feeder road for the recently established Wau-Waria District and connects directly to the Morobe-Northern Highway, a […]

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Police probe deepens as uni student implicated in NiuSky Pacific fraud

A university student from Morobe Province has been identified among 13 alleged police impersonators implicated in the K2.48 million NiuSky Pacific Limited scandal. According to NCD Police, one impersonator has been arrested and is currently out on bail, while investigations are ongoing to track down the remaining 12 using bank records and other leads. Assistant […]

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4,000 women gather in Goroka to celebrate UFW’s 50th anniversary

The United Foursquare Women [UFW], a vibrant ministry of the Foursquare Gospel Church in Papua New Guinea, is celebrating its 50th Jubilee Anniversary this week in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province. The event has brought together more than 4,000 women from across the four regions of PNG in Highlands, Momase, Southern, and the New Guinea Islands, […]