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8 officers from Defence under investigation
Eight civilian officers from the Ministry of Defence are being investigated for allegations of paying themselves unapproved overtime and Annual Recreation Leave (ARL) payments while leaving out some PNGDF soldiers who were due for payment of ARL entitlements and allowances.
Foe leaders raise concern over threats by Poroma locals in SHP
Representing the multi tribes of Foe locality in Kutubu, Southern Highlands Province (SHP), Foe Association Chairman and Managing Director of WB Group of Companies Mr. Johnny Yawari has called on local MP for Nipa Kutubu and Minister for Defence Hon. Dr. Billy Joseph’s intervention on illegal road blocks conducted by Poroma locals in the electorate.
Sir Paul, a true campion of public service, says Marape
Prime Minister James Marape has expressed deep sorrow on the passing of Sir Paul Songo, describing him as a distinguished leader and a true champion of public service in Papua New Guinea.
Communities in Morobe welcome biodegradable technology
Three village communities in Atupan, Zumangurun and Mamaringan of Umi Atzera LLG in Markham District of Morobe Province has welcomed a biodegradable technology to minimize the impacts of climate change.
Marape pays tribute to Sir Charles
Prime Minister James Marape has expressed deep sorrow at the passing of Sir Charles Watson Lepani, KBE CBE OBE, a distinguished statesman, diplomat, and pioneer of Papua New Guinea’s Post-Independence era.
K50m distributed as relief package for business houses affected by Black Wednesday
About K50 million relief fund has been distributed to businesses that were affected by the nationwide Civil Unrest in 2024.
Public servants must follow systems, laws, says Chief Secretary
Chief Secretary Ivan Pomaleu has urged public servants to follow established processes and systems as the 2025 fiscal year begins.
PM Marape calls for restoration in law and justice sector
Prime Minister James Marape highlighted the importance of law enforcement and public service at today's [Monday] Public Service Dedication ceremony, emphasizing that 2025 must be a year of restoration for Papua New Guinea
Finals anticipation building as PCNC comp set to resume this weekend
The finals anticipation for Private Companies Netball Competition starts this weekend when the games resume following the festive season break.
PNGDF officer in possession of 15.5kg marijuana arrested
A PNG Defence Force colonel was officially arrested last night and charged by Boroko police for allegedly being in possession and conveying 7 bags of marijuana weighing 15.5 kilograms.