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Police warn opportunists not to interfere with relief efforts

West Sepik police have issued a stern warning to individuals attempting to take advantage of the ongoing landslip disaster in Lumi, saying anyone found interfering with relief efforts or causing nuisance in affected communities will face the full force of the law.

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Nurse and accomplices arrested over illegal sale of medicines in Vanimo

A nurse and his accomplices have been arrested in Vanimo for allegedly attempting to sell government-supplied medicines illegally on Thursday 19th March, police have confirmed.

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22 landslide affected families get assistance

One week after a landslide affected Tonwepis and Namerus in Ward 10 of East Wapei LLG, Lumi, relief supplies have reached the 22 affected families.

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Kapinias hat trick lauded

London Broncos Coach Jason Demetriou applauded his front rower Epel Kapinias for scoring a hat trick and getting the Player of the Match Award after their 66-6 win over Salford this morning.

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Mother killed in Watabung landslide

A devastating mudslide struck Watabung in Eastern Highlands Province, killing a 56-year-old mother who was sleeping in her home with her 12-year-old daughter.

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NBC follows court’s directive

In compliance with a National Court order issued by Justice Derek Woods on the 13th of November 2025 in the case of Ok Tedi Mining Limited v Susan Joseph W.S No 23 of 2024 all stories relating to the allegations of sexual harassment by the defendant against OTML has been taken down by NBC on its online platforms.

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Emergency funds questioned

Concerns have been raised in parliament about emergency funds for vital infrastructure repairs.

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Government orders review of 4.27% PNG LNG stake

The Government has tasked Kumul Petroleum Holdings Limited to review the 4.27 percent Kroton equity in the PNG LNG project.

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PNG to feel impact of Iran war: Treasurer

Treasurer Ian Ling Stuckey has admitted that Papua New Guinea will be affected by the war in Iran.

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Oil palm bill consultations reach MBP

The Consultations on the Oil Palm Industry Authority Bill 2025 (paired with the Oil Palm Industry Management Bill) landed in Alotau last week.

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