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Joint US-PNG disaster exercise under way in Morobe
A four-day joint disaster management and humanitarian field training exercise between Papua New Guinea civil-military partners and international agencies is currently under way across Morobe to build local response capacity.
Simbu secures record STEM scholarship intake for studies abroad
14 high-achieving Grade 12 students from Simbu Province have been selected to pursue overseas tertiary studies under the national Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics [STEM] scholarship program.
Tour operator opens first international outing
A new tour operator in Milne Bay province is extending an invite to Papua New Guineans who wish to join a two-day tour in Japan scheduled for June, 2027.
Takita Travel and Tours is calling on interested tour operators, sight owners, groups and individuals to register as invitation for the adventure, which closes on Sunday, August 16 2026.
With over 25 years of working experience in the Tourism and Hospitality industry, owner and tour Guide for Takita Travel and Tours, Gali Joel, said Papua New Guineans need to be exposed overseas to experience the diverse opportunities and activities the tourism industry offers.
"We'd like to have an experience where we can also impart to our tourists when we bring them to our tour sites" she said.
Ok Tedi maintains operation despite dry weather
Ok Tedi Mining Limited [OTML] says operations at its Western Province mine site are continuing safely despite ongoing dry weather lowering water levels along the Fly River.
Hela Provincial Government allocates K12 million in emergency drought relief
In response to the severe El Niño conditions devastating the country, the Hela Provincial Government has stepped in to provide immediate relief supplies, including emergency food rations and clean drinking water, to affected communities across the province.
Police minister warns of law and order risks during El Nino
Police Minister Sir John Pundari has sounded a strong warning as Papua New Guinea braces for what experts say could be the most severe El Nino in the nation’s history.
New MV Karkar to boost travel and cargo movement in Vanimo
The arrival of the new MV Karkar at Vanimo Wharf is being welcomed as a potential boost to passenger travel and the movement of cargo in West Sepik, particularly at this time when businesses in Vanimo are struggling to maintain supplies.
NBC TV to air Sheilla Yama’s Title-Retaining Bout tonight at 7:30 PM
The National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) will broadcast a replay of Papua New Guinean boxer Sheilla Yama's latest title fight tonight at 7:30 pm on NBC TV.
Solar power project to be commissioned in Hela
A Solar Power Project at Yangome Village in Komo Hulia Electorate, Hela province is ready to be commissioned on 16th September 2026.
Border Command officers challenged to strengthen leadership
27 Police officers from across the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary’s Border Command have been challenged to strengthen leadership and supervision within the force after completing a six-week Sergeant Course in Wewak.