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SoE Minister Duma to unveil PNG’s Sovereign Cloud and AI Datacenter

The Government of Papua New Guinea will mark a significant milestone in the country’s digital transformation journey on Friday, 21 August 2026, with the official inauguration of Kumul Cloud Infinity — PNG’s Sovereign Cloud and AI Datacenter, at the Sheraton Hotel, Port Moresby. The landmark facility, developed by Datec PNG and Telikom PNG, represents a […]

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Buimo inmates graduate from pre-release training

One hundred inmates at Buimo Correctional Institution in Morobe graduated from a pre-release training program, equipping them with practical skills, knowledge and confidence for life after release. The program of eight weeks is aimed to support inmates to improve their livelihood opportunities, and reduce the risk of reoffending. Delivered by the Papua New Guinea Correctional […]

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OFC Pro League set for Season 2 as all eight clubs approved for 2027 licensing 

The OFC Pro League is getting set for a second season, with all eight clubs from the inaugural 2026 competition receiving approval for their 2027 Club Licence applications from the OFC Executive Committee which met in Fiji this month. This milestone provides a strong base for the continued growth of the OFC Pro League, with […]

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New ventilators to support patients during air evacuations

Patients who become critically ill during medical evacuations will have access to advanced breathing support through four new ventilators provided to Manolos Aviation. The hospital-grade equipment will be used for patients who are unconscious or unable to breathe adequately on their own.Manolos Aviation managing director Captain Jurgen Ruh says the ventilators will strengthen the company’s […]

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Celebration mode gains momentum for DWU’s 30th Anniversary

The Divine Word University has begun public awareness activities in the lead up to its 30th Anniversary, Festival of Legacy and Vision, with vibrant motorcades held in Rabaul, Port Moresby and Madang, bringing together staff, students, alumni, cultural groups and supporters in colourful displays of pride, unity and community spirit. The motorcade is served under […]

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Oro rugby league gets boost

The Oro Rugby Football League Association (ORFLA) has received a K60,000 financial boost from its Patron and Member for Ijivitari, David Arore, as part of his K100,000 commitment towards supporting the continued development of grassroots rugby league in Oro Province. The cheque was presented to A16 Trading, the association’s official club uniform supplier, during a […]

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Police work to keep public and visitors safe at Hagen Show

For thousands of people who came to enjoy the 66th Mt Hagen Culture and Agriculture Show from the 14th-16th August 2026, the focus was on colourful costumes, traditional dances, music and meeting people from different parts of Papua New Guinea and overseas. But behind the celebrations, police officers were also working throughout the show to […]

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New chapter for PNG’s standalone Medical University begins as Interim Council members sworn-in

Papua New Guinea has taken a significant step towards establishing its first standalone medical university in 50 years, following the swearing-in of the inaugural interim council of the Papua New Guinea University of Medicine and Health Sciences. NCD Senior Magistrate Billy Kidu officially administered the oath of office to the council, which will be responsible […]

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16 RPNGC couples tie the knot in Madang

Sixteen couples of the Royal PNG Constabulary in Madang were joined together in Holy Matrimony last Saturday during a marriage validation service at the Immanuel Lutheran Church. The marriage ceremony was conducted by Police Chaplain, Rev. William Pok, and was assisted by the Pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Rev. Ken Raphael and witnessed by Madang’s […]

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PNG and Australia support delivery of one million yaws tablets to West Sepik

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF), has helped the Australian Defence Force (ADF), deliver one million yaws treatment tablets, to the West Sepik Province. The azithromycin tablets are antibiotics, which are used to eliminate yaws, a bacterial skin disease, which occurs mostly among children in tropical climates and causes sores on the skin and […]