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Body of missing American missionary found off Gavuvu coast
Police and provincial authorities have confirmed the recovery of an 18-year-old American missionary who drowned while swimming off Gavuvu Village in West New Britain Province.
3% pay rise confirmed for public servants, RSAs to seek approval
Over 145,000 public servants captured in the Alesco Payroll System will see a 3% increase in their pay starting January 26, 2026.
Enga landslip claims 21 lives as survivors warn of mounting risks
At least 21 people, including an expectant mother and her unborn child, were killed early Thursday morning when a massive landslip struck Kukas Village in the Palyamun clan area of Wapenamanda District, Enga Province.
LLG election proceeding smoothly despite ballot paper shortage in Central: PPC
Police in Central Province have confirmed that the Local Level Government [LLG] election is progressing smoothly, despite reports from several polling areas of ballot paper shortages compared to the number of eligible voters.
Enga PHA clarifies notice as fake, AI generated
A notice that has been widely circulated on social media, stopping people from the Wapenamanda District in the Enga Province, from accessing services at the Wabag General Hospital, has been described as a fake notice.
New Ireland steps up Filariasis fight as partners back transmission survey
Global health partners have stepped up efforts to eliminate lymphatic filariasis in New Ireland, launching a new transmission survey to confirm the province remains free from the mosquito-borne disease.
Japanese artist leads mural project celebrating PNG’s 50th anniversary in Goroka
Renowned Japanese artist Miyazaki Kensuke has brought colour and culture together in Goroka, leading the creation of a vibrant mural to celebrate Papua New Guinea’s 50th anniversary of Independence.
Jimi DDA airlifts LLG election materials into remote areas with K100,000 support
The Jimi District Development Authority [DDA] in Jiwaka Province has stepped in with K100,000 logistics support to ensure polling materials reach some of the country’s most remote communities for the Local Level Government [LLG] elections.
Tari Pori heads to polls today
Polling will take place today in the Tari Pori District, the home electorate of Prime Minister James Marape, as part of the ongoing Local Level Government [LLG] elections in Hela Province.
Astrolabe Bay LLG nears count completion as Madang elections run smoothly
Counting in the Astrolabe Bay Local Level Government [LLG] in Madang’s Raikos District is nearing completion, with 15 of 19 wards already declared.