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Parents in Manus urged to vaccinate their children

Manus Province has joined the global community in celebrating World Immunization Week, highlighting the life-saving importance of vaccines in protecting communities.

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PNGDF’S COL. Aruma leads Australian army brigade in historic ANZAC day march

In a landmark moment for Papua New Guinea and Australia’s enduring partnership, Colonel Boniface Aruma of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force proudly led the Australian Army’s 3rd Brigade during the Anzac Day last Saturday, 25 April.

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PNG Chiefs set for bombshell player announcement

NBC News has been reliably informed that the PNG Chiefs will make a major announcement during an impromptu media conference scheduled for 9:00 am tomorrow.

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Maprik township under lockdown after police barracks torched

The township of Maprik in East Sepik Province has been placed under lockdown following a violent incident that saw five duplex houses at the New Town Police Barracks burned down overnight.

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Kagamuga runway upgrade to handle bigger aircraft

The National Airports Corporation has officially launched the Mt Hagen Kagamuga Airport upgrade.

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76 guns, two grenades surrendered in Enga amnesty exercise

A total of 76 firearms, including two hand grenades, have been surrendered to police in Enga Province under the ongoing gun amnesty program.

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PNGDF recruitment investigation to test fairness, transparency and merit

An independent investigation into the Papua New Guinea Defence Force [PNGDF] recruitment process for Basic Recruit Intake 1/2026 has officially commenced.

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Maprik township under lockdown after Police Barracks torched

The township of Maprik in East Sepik Province has been placed under lockdown following a violent incident that saw five duplex houses at the New Town Police Barracks burned down overnight.

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Chiefs boss denies Johnston signing reports

PNG Chiefs Chief Executive Officer Lorna McPherson has officially denied reports claiming the club has signed NRL try-scoring sensation Alex Johnston.

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Tailoring a Future: Grace Mareva leads ‘Gloemca Storms’ into Sinaugoro rugby 9s

Breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated arena, local businesswoman Grace Mareva has stepped into the spotlight as both a major sponsor and team manager for Gamunomu Storms in Sinaugoro Rugby Nines.

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