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PNG advocates localized prevention at UN peacebuilding meeting
Papua New Guinea’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Justin Tkatchenko has called on the international community to prioritize national ownership and community-led prevention in global peacebuilding efforts.
Marape commends Undialu for successful gun amnesty in Hela
Prime Minister James Marape has commended Hela Governor Philip Undialu for his leadership in successfully retrieving illegal firearms across the province.
Second mangrove boardwalk launched in country
The first Island Mangrove Boardwalk Sanctuary in Milne Bay Province has been launched, becoming the second Mangrove Boardwalk in the country.
Simbu’s only resource is its people, says Kombra
Education secretary Dr. Uke Kombra says Simbu plarovince's greatest resource is its people and education remains the equalizer that will put every child on the same level.
New solar power and science labs open doors for Komo students
Hela governor Philip Undialu joined key development partners last Friday to commission Mananda High School and several major infrastructure projects in the Komo Local Level Government [LLG] area of Komo-Hulia district.
New ATMs installed at Popondetta bank branch
The Popondetta branch of the National Banking Corporation [NBC] has successfully installed two new automated teller machines [ATMs] at its main facility.
Pariwa describes 10-year cocoa strategic plan as milestone
Madang governor Ramsey Pariwa has described the newly launched Cocoa Industry Strategic Plan 2026–2035 as a significant milestone that will guide Papua New Guinea’s cocoa sector into the next 50 years.
Work on Numuru River bypass delayed pending landowner talks
Work is set to begin on a temporary bypass at the Numuru River in Malala, Bogia district, following the collapse of the local bridge last Friday morning.
Madang urban schools face early closure as El Niño persists
Primary schools in Madang Town and surrounding areas may be forced to end the 2026 academic year prematurely if severe El Niño drought conditions persist.
Tragedy in remote PNG: Premature triplets die before Medevac reaches mother
A remote Markham woman has been flown to Lae for treatment after giving birth to premature triplets, who all died before an emergency evacuation could reach her.