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Mothers bring Christmas joy to Angau children’s ward

A group of three mothers in Lae has brightened the festive season for children at the Angau Memorial General Hospital pediatric ward, donating gifts and goody bags to lift the spirits of young patients. The initiative, carried out on Tuesday, began after the mothers, longtime friends, discussed ways to give back during Christmas. They decided […]

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Four dead during Christmas as police warn of alcohol-fuelled violence

Police have confirmed two murders and two suspected suicide during the Christmas period in the National Capital District and Central Province, prompting a strong warning from authorities ahead of New Year celebrations. NCD and Central Provinces Commander Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police, Benjamin Turi, said the incidents occurred over the festive period and are all […]

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UOG Sepik campus produces first wave of agriculture graduates

The University of Goroka’s Sepik Campus has marked a major milestone in higher education for the Sepik region, graduating 32 students in agriculture-related programs during its Second Bachelor and Third Diploma Graduation Ceremony. The ceremony celebrated not only academic success but the emergence of a new generation of trained agricultural professionals expected to contribute to […]

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Police laud business support as festive security operations continue

Police in the National Capital District and Central Province say growing support from businesses and individuals during the festive season is strengthening frontline law-and-order operations, as authorities warn the public against disorderly New Year celebrations. Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police and NCD–Central Provinces Commander, Benjamin Turi, confirmed that several business houses and individuals have come […]

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Tari mayor announces K10,000 bounty to prevent killing in town

Newly appointed Mayor of Tari Town, John Buni Lamba, has announced a K10,000 reward for the apprehension and surrender of any individuals involved in murders within the township. The announcement was made at Pangale House Grandstand, ahead of Prime Minister James Marape’s scheduled Christmas and New Year address to the Hela people. ​Mayor Buni emphasized […]

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Kelei urges calm and responsibility amid Mendi fire tragedies

A prominent Mendi businessman has appealed for restraint and responsibility on social media following a series of devastating fire incidents in Mendi town, warning that the spread of unverified information is deepening trauma for affected business owners. Managing Director of PISGAH Trading Ltd, David Kelei, whose supermarket was among more than five businesses destroyed by […]

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Cruise ship with 120 onboard runs aground at Dregerhafen point

An Australian-registered cruise ship carrying more than 120 people has run aground on coral reefs at Dregerhafen Point in Morobe Province, triggering an emergency maritime response and an investigation into possible environmental damage. Police in Morobe confirmed that the vessel, Coral Adventurer, owned by Australian company Coral Expeditions, became grounded early yesterday morning while transiting […]

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Business steps in as Golden Sunset fuels West Sepik police festive operations

A local business has stepped in to support law enforcement efforts in West Sepik Province, donating fuel to ensure police remain mobile and visible during the high-risk Christmas and New Year period. Golden Sunset Limited has presented a fuel voucher worth 1,000 litres, valued at K5,600, to support police operations across the province. Company owner […]

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Swift arrests made as Morobe police maintain festive season peace

Christmas Eve and Day policing operations across Lae, Morobe, were effectively carried out by multiple police units, resulting in several arrests and the maintenance of public order. According to the Morobe Provincial Police Commander [PPC], Chief Superintendent Samson Siguyaro, a Community Auxiliary Police [CAP] officer was stabbed while on duty on Christmas Day. “Swift response […]

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Imila bridge collapse cuts key route to Port Moresby, travellers warned

Travellers along the Abau–Rigo–Port Moresby corridor have been warned to exercise extreme caution following the collapse of the Imila Bridge early Saturday morning, cutting off a vital transport link in Central Province. The bridge, which serves as a key connection between Abau District, Rigo and Port Moresby, collapsed while a heavily loaded truck was attempting […]