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Operation ‘Rausim Illegal Gambling’ nets 65 arrests in WHP and Jiwaka

A major crackdown on illegal gambling in Western Highlands and Jiwaka has resulted in the arrest of 65 people, who are now being held at the Mt Hagen Police Station cell block.

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Agiru memorial school in Tari receives STEM Kits to boost science learning

Agiru Memorial Dauli High School in Komo Hulia District has received a major boost to science education after collecting three crates of science kits donated by the National Department of Education [NDoE] from the Hela Education Services Office in Tari on Tuesday [21-07-26].

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PNG, Australia reaffirms commitment to strengthen law and justice sector

Senior law and justice leaders from Papua New Guinea have reaffirmed their commitment to work together to improve community safety, strengthen access to justice and deliver better services for citizens.

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Communities in Simbu experiencing full impact of drought

Simbu Province is staring down a humanitarian crisis as El Niño enters its second month, with drinking water sources drying up, food gardens failing, and bushfires destroying crops and forest.

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Second body recovered in search for missing passengers

Another body has been recovered in the search for the 27 passengers who went missing three days ago after a boat incident in New Ireland Province.

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SILAG draft bill sets path for university transition

The Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance [SILAG] has outlined its proposed governance and financial reforms in a draft legislation as it moves closer to becoming a university.

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Four years as acting CEO earns Yavase permanent SEZA appointment

After serving as Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Special Economic Zones Authority [SEZA] for four years, Kikila Yavase has been appointed as the authority's Chief Executive Officer for the next four years.

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MVIL begins nationwide health partnership drive to improve insurance claims

Motor Vehicles Insurance Limited [MVIL] has announced plans to sign similar agreements with Provincial Health Authorities across Papua New Guinea after recently signed its first Memorandum of Understanding [MoU] with the National Capital District Provincial Health Authority [NCDPHA].

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UPNG plans international university centers on campus

The University of Papua New Guinea [UPNG] is planning to establish partnerships with leading universities from China, the United States and Australia to set up satellite and sister campuses on its Waigani campus.

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