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JPHA localizes payroll: CEO warns workforce to shape up or face pay cuts
The Jiwaka Provincial Health Authority [JPHA] is clamping down on workforce truancy and administrative inefficiency by taking full local control of its financial operations.
PNG Aviation spared from global jet fuel crisis, watchdog confirms sufficient stock
While global airlines slash daily flight schedules, spike airfares, and seek massive emergency bailouts amid a highly volatile international aviation fuel crisis, Papua New Guinea’s domestic aviation industry remains remarkably insulated.
Solar lights boost church services in Nipa Kutubu
Pastors in remote parts of Nembi Plateau LLG are set to improve night services and prepare sermons after receiving solar lights from community leader Fiebik Kilip. The presentations were done at Topua Village.
K3m spark for Vanimo Free Trade Zone, but massive infrastructure hurdles remain
A 20-year political promise moved a step closer to fruition as the Vanimo Free Trade Zone [FTZ] secured a K3 million operational startup fund from the Vanimo-Green District Development Authority [DDA].
K120m waterfront overhaul to launch PNG fisheries to international standards
Papua New Guinea’s fisheries sector is on the brink of a massive economic and educational upgrade. National Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resources, Jelta Wong, officially broke ground yesterday on a K120 million redevelopment of the National Fisheries College [NFC] waterfront in Kavieng.
Police confiscate illicit alcohol in Mt Hagen
The growing sale and consumption of illicit alcohol in Mt Hagen city has become a major concern for police, with authorities blaming the illegal liquor for increasing social disorder and lawlessness in the province.
Young Ireng to represent PNG at Asia Pacific Amateur Championship
Young golf sensation, Jabez Ireng will be representing Papua New Guinea at the upcoming Asia Pacific Amateur Championship in New Zealand, from May 23- 30.
Coates to push for Kumuls debut at World Cup
Star rookie Phillip Coates will be lapping up any more NRL chances that come his way in 2026 as he pushes his case for a World Cup spot with the PNG Kumuls.
Suspect shot by accomplices following Manu armed robbery
A robbery suspect is in custody after being accidentally shot by his own accomplices following a heist at the Manu Cash and Carry store this afternoon.
PPC Sagom condemns viral attack on women
The Western Highlands Police Commander Chief Superintendent John Sagom has strongly condemned a group of men allegedly going around the city of Mt Hagen cutting ladies’ trousers and hair extensions.