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Six convicted in Madang over major drug bust

The Madang District Court has convicted and sentenced six men to prison following a major drug bust involving over eight kilograms of marijuana with an estimated street value exceeding K100,000.

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Faith, farming and goodwill drive rural change in Vanimo

An intensive cross-border agricultural initiative is transforming rural livelihoods in the inland communities of the Vanimo-Green River district of West Sepik.

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Magarima DDA commits K1 million for emergency disaster relief

The Magarima District Development Authority [DDA] has announced a K1 million total emergency disaster relief package to support vulnerable communities across the district in response to the severe drought conditions.

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Dei district clears decade-long backlog, hands over acquittals

The Dei District Development Authority in Western Highlands has cleared a 10-year backlog of financial reporting by handing over its acquittals for the 2023 to 2025 period to the Department of Implementation and Rural Development [DIRD].

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Nurturing young minds through books

Alotau Preparatory School marked the conclusion of National Book Week on Friday, August 7, with a colorful series of activities aimed at promoting a strong reading culture among early learners.

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PPC Baim appeals to residents to refrain from lawlessness

Madang's top cop, Superintendent Robert Baim, is urging all residents of Ward 8 in Madang Urban local level government to refrain from all forms of lawlessness, or they risk facing the full brunt of the law.

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Tubiana marks 125 years of faith

Archbishop of Rabaul and Metropolitan Bishop of the New Guinea Islands Rochus Tatamai has called on Catholics to renew their personal conviction, reflect on human existence, and allocate more time to prayer.

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Popondetta primary school celebrates National Book Week

Popondetta Primary School joined educational institutions across the country in celebrating National Book Week, held annually during the first week of August.

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CS to focus on rehabilitation

The newly appointed Correctional Service Commissioner Noel Sarei was officially welcomed into office with a parade this morning at the Bomana training facility.

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Lands Department hands over lease title for new Huon district HQ

The Department of Lands and Physical Planning [DLPP] has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting district development across the country following the issuance of a state lease title to the Huon Gulf District Development Authority [HGDDA].

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