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The Motu Koita Assembly has ordered the immediate shutdown of Hanuabada market on Sundays following growing concerns over unhygienic conditions and the erosion of cultural values in the historic village.

For more than half a century, Chief Mel Numdi has carried the hopes of his people in Western Highlands Province, leading them through colonial rule, witnessing the birth of an independent Papua New Guinea, and guiding them through decades of change. In his early 90s, the nation’s longest-serving councillor has never lost an election, yet as PNG prepares to mark 50 years of independence, he quietly waits for one thing he has never received: recognition for a lifetime of leadership.

The National Government says it was not informed of a major transaction involving Ok Tedi Mining Limited [OTML], Kumul Mineral Holdings Limited [KMHL], and Kingston Resources for the K160 million acquisition of the Misima Gold and Silver Mine in Milne Bay Province.

Preparations are progressing at the Opotio Rimoru Hall in Walium Station for the counting of votes for the Usino-Bundi by-election.

Alotau District has officially handed over K1.8 million worth of assets to its newly formed business arm, Alotau District Corporation Limited [ADCL], as part of efforts to drive local economic growth.

Papua New Guinea is in the process of finalising its participation at next year's international tournaments hosted by the Federation of International Touch.

Prime Minister James Marape has commended Lihir Gold Limited, a subsidiary of Newmont Corporation, for its substantial corporate tax payment of US$55.8 million [approximately K213 million] to Internal Revenue Commission [IRC], reflecting its continued commitment to contributing meaningfully to the national economy.

Counting for the Court-ordered Aitape-Lumi By-election commenced yesterday [Saturday, August 2] in Aitape Town.

Three Independent candidates have taken the lead following the completion of the primary count for the Porgera-Paiela Open by-election.

The PNG Electoral Commission continues to remain tight-lipped on one or two election- related issues arising from the Usino/ Bundi by-election.