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Marape announces week-long haus krai for Sir J
Prime Minister James Marape this afternoon announced a week-long wake or hauskrai in Port Moresby tonight for one of the country's founding fathers and "father of the modern economy."
K12 million state-of-the-art courthouse project for Daru set to commence
Western Province is set to have a modern courthouse in Daru, thanks to the partnership between National Judiciary Services and the Western Provincial Administration.
Governor Rapa considering liquor ban in the province
Many escalating social issues and law and order problems in the country have been blamed on the high rate of liquor consumption.
Sir J, the last man standing passes on
The last of the country’s founding father, and New Ireland Governor Sir Julius Chan passed away peacefully today at 12:30pm at his home in Huris, New Ireland Province, surrounded by his family and friends.
Dr. Kombra appreciates third-term reinstatement and announces exit plan
Dr. Uke Kombra, the Secretary of the Department of Education has received reinstatement for another four years, marking his third term in the role.
Hundreds die to HIV/AIDS
An estimated 980 people have lost their lives to HIV/AIDs between 2010 and 2023.
More public backlash on ministerial appointments
There are more critics on social media accusing the Marape-Rosso government of making these appointments to please coalition partners.
Minister Sawang aims for consensus on minimum wage amid economic concerns
The tough economic climate may prompt concerns in the private sector over a potential new minimum wage after May 31st, 2025.
Maternity leave provisions in the private sector to be reformed
Papua New Guinea is operating under outdated labor laws that fail to ensure proper coordination between private sector employers and employees.
Minimum wage rate review in progress
Work is in progress to review the K3.53 minimum wage for workers both in private and public sector as per the current government’s direction given with funding support of K5 million.