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Global seaweed investor eyes Milne Bay for major export partnership

One of the world’s largest seaweed processors, Jiangsu Benefit Ocean Hydrocolloids of China, has visited Milne Bay Province to explore investment opportunities in seaweed, with backing from the National Fisheries Authority.

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Dominant PNG Lewas launch World Cup Qualifier campaign with convincing win over Japan

The Papua New Guinea Lewas have made a commanding statement in their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific [EAP] Qualifier opener, crushing Japan by 45 runs in Suva today.

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PNG to push climate and fisheries talks at PIF

Prime Minister James Marape says PNG will use this week’s Pacific Islands Forum [PIF] to call for stronger action on climate change and better control of fishing in the region.

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PIF officially opened

The 54th Pacific Island Forum meeting was officially opened, Monday evening, where leaders were treated to stunning traditional performances by the people of Solomon Islands.

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Late Somare’s first State vehicle

A historic treasure stored away from the public eye is the Daimler Sovereign Saloon, that carried late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare after Independence in 1975 to 1980.

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PIF Leaders reminded of climate crisis

The Pacific Island forum leaders were reminded of the devastating impacts of climate change and the urgent need for action, by the people of Solomon Islands.

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From canoes to cycles: Madang celebrates pre-independence in style

Madang launched its pre-Independence celebrations over the weekend with a variety of cultural and sporting activities, drawing locals from across the province.

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Operation Golden Jubilee launched in Madang

Madang police have launched ‘Operation Golden Jubilee’- a special independence operation that will run for the next ten days.

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Koge wins inaugural Miss Bird of Paradise Western Province title

Naomi Koge, a 23-year-old kindergarten teacher from Drageli village in South Fly District, was crowned the first Miss Bird of Paradise Western Province during a pageant at the Crows Nest Hotel in Daru, Saturday, 6th September.

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Marape arrives in Honiara for 54th PIF

Prime Minister James Marape arrived in Honiara this afternoon for the 54th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting.

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