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Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey has hit back at Opposition claims that the government has been sitting on its laurels regarding Papua New Guinea’s grey-listing by the Financial Action Task Force [FATF].

The overvaluation of the kina has dropped significantly from a high of 16 per cent to just 1.6, according to Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey.

The Permanent Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts has tabled its 2026 inquiry report into the Connect PNG program, uncovering substantial deficiencies in financial governance while affirming the project’s critical impact on national infrastructure.

Member for Bulolo, Sam Basil Junior, has called out the incompetence of the police fraud squad, stating that its failures have contributed to Papua New Guinea’s placement on the international grey list.

Zumim Bridge was officially opened on Monday in the Markham District of Morobe Province, marking another milestone under the government’s Connect PNG program.

The maritime province of Madang now has a Small Craft Registration Board and registry, appointed last year by the Provincial Executive Council, despite the Small Craft Act of 2011 requiring all maritime provinces to have their own boards.

Southern Cross Assurance Ltd [SCAL] has officially renewed its commitment to Papua New Guinea’s golfing community, announcing its return as the naming rights sponsor for the 2026 National Amateur Golf Championship.

PNG Chiefs Football Manager Michael Chammas has inadvertently linked Brisbane Broncos superstar Reece Walsh to the club’s 2028 NRL entry, following a slip of the tongue during a recent podcast appearance.

Taraka Primary School has emerged as the frontrunner for the Momase Region in the Goodman Fielder International [GFI] 2026 Skel Skul Competition, securing wins in two separate tiers of the contest.

Police Commissioner David Manning has been summoned by the Police Minister Sir John Pundari, to immediately provide answers on the lack of discipline within the police force, as well as their uniforms.