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Marape calls for fair climate funding for forest nations
Prime Minister James Marape has called on world leaders to provide more funding support for countries protecting the world’s forests and oceans.
Somare Cup set for revival in Rigo
The Somare Cup, a rugby competition that embodies the values of unity and discipline, is set to return to Rigo District, more than two decades after it was last held.
New Caledonia withdraws from MSG Cup
The Host Organizing Committee [HOC] of the Melanesian Spearhead Group [MSG] Prime Ministers Cup has confirmed that New Caledonia will not be participating in this year’s tournament.
Bird moves to ensure safe return of East Sepik students from Goroka
East Sepik Governor Allan Bird has assured parents and guardians that arrangements are underway to safely repatriate East Sepik students studying at the University of Goroka [UOG], following violent clashes between students and locals on Sunday.
Jiwaka LLG counting begins today amid tight security and warning against leaks
Counting for the Local Level Government [LLG] elections in Jiwaka Province begins today under strict supervision, with officials warned not to leak results as authorities move to prevent election-related violence.
UOG clash with locals leaves 51 injured, including 47 students
51 people, including 47 University of Goroka [UOG] students and a police officer, were injured in a violent clash between students and villagers from Ato Market near the university’s back gate on Sunday.
Minister backs church partnership with K50,000 support at Yabim Seket conference
The Minister for Youth, Religion, Sports and Community Development, Jason Peter, has reinforced the government’s partnership with the church by presenting K50,000 to support the Yabim Seket Conference before officially closing the event on Sunday at Gabmazung Station, Gabsongkeg Village, Samsiga.
Four athletes inducted into PNG Sports Hall of Fame
Four athletes were inducted into the PNG Sports Hall of Fame on Friday night at the APEC Haus in Port Moresby.
Proud arrival: Vanuatu brings passion and purpose to MSG Prime Ministers Cup
History and hope touched down in Port Moresby this afternoon as the Vanuatu men’s and women’s national football teams arrived for the 2025 Melanesian Spearhead Group Prime Ministers Cup.
Police retrieve unidentified female body
Police in the National Capital District and Central Province are investigating the death of a female who is yet to be identified. The body was discovered at Ruburoko along Hiritano Highway, just past Dasiama in Hiri Koiari District of Central Province.