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UOG students lead clean-up campaign to promote hygiene in Banz
Tertiary students from the University of Goroka [UOG], originally from North Waghi District in Jiwaka, are using their semester break to advocate for public health, proper waste management, and a healthier lifestyle.
Exercise Antap Lo Ol continues onto Lae
Nineteen soldiers from the 2nd Royal Pacific Island Regiment [2RPIR] in Wewak walked into Madang Town early Saturday morning with a baton bearing a message for Prime Minister, James Marape, which should be delivered to him in September in Port Moresby.
11 suspects arrested for damaging ballot papers in the Aitape-Lumi by-election
A total of eleven [11] suspects have been arrested by police over the weekend for allegedly damaging a ballot box and assaulting a security personnel, forcing an early closure of the polling during the Aitape-Lumi By-Elections.
Marape to hold bilateral talks with Japanese counterpart
Prime Minister Marape will today hold bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart Shigeru Ishiba and members from the Japanese private sector.
Yakasa issues stern warning to candidates
A strong warning has been given by the Enga Provincial Police Commander Chief Superintendent Fred Yakasa to candidates and supporters who were responsible for the removal of the 2 bridges in Mulitaka that they will be dealt with accordingly.
Aopi appointed as new KPHL Board Chairman
Prime Minister James Marape has announced the appointment of Gerea Aopi as the new Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited [KPHL] Board Chairman.
Yakasa commends security forces as Porgera-Paiela polling nears end
The Pogera Paiela by-election has concluded its third day of polling today with only 2 boxes left. This is for the Paiela Hewa and Pogera Rural LLGs.
Polling for Usino-Bundi by-election set to begin tomorrow
Polling for the Usino-Bundi by-election is set to begin tomorrow, with polling teams for Bundi Local Level Government [LLG] and Usino LLG set to depart Walium Station by helicopter at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning.
MP Iduhu calls for suspension of 50th Independence events over safety concerns
Hiri-Koiari MP Keith Iduhu has called for a suspension of entertainment events linked to the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations, citing growing public safety concerns after chaotic scenes unfolded at Sir Hubert Murray Stadium last night.
Western province leaders unite to back K394 million road projects
Leaders from Western Province have pledged unified support to ensure the successful delivery of three major road projects recently announced by Ok Tedi Mining Limited [OTML], worth a total of K394 million.