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Australian Defence Force (ADF) members from the 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR) work with PNGDF members to complete improvement works at the PNGDF Sergeants’ Mess at Murray Barracks in Port Moresby. AUSTRALIAN Defence Force (ADF) members from the 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR), recently joined members of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) in a building improvement project at the PNGDF Sergeants’ Mess at Murray Barracks. The joint activ

The dialogue in session in Suva, Fiji Papua New Guinea's Minister for Finance Thomas Opa has highlighted that the global fuel crisis - created by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz - has affected economic security across the Pacific region. Speaking at a Pacific Peace and Security Dialogue meeting in Suva, Fiji on June 16, Mr Opa said in PNG, those who reside on the country's most remote islands were particularly impacted. "Some have to travel a long distance from the mainla

Prime Minister James Marape has reaffirmed the National Government’s commitment to the people of Manus Province following the recent Titan Ridge volcanic eruptions, announcing an immediate K5 million disaster relief package to support affected communities. During his visit to Manus today, Prime Minister Marape met directly with residents impacted by the disaster and assured them that the Government would provide urgent assistance to help families recover. The relief funding w

A NEW partnership between Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands is set to strengthen prosecution services in both countries through practical cooperation under a twinning programme. A senior delegation from the Office of the Public Prosecutor of Papua New Guinea (OPP PNG) visited Honiara to progress initial activities under this partnership with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions of Solomon Islands. The partnership is based on a Memorandum of Understanding signe

Western Highlands Provincial Administrator Joseph Mangbil (middle in blue suit) next to acting Electoral Commissioner Margaret Vagi, Deputy Electoral Commissioner Kila Vaname (standing) observing Election Manager Western Highlands Philip Telape sorting out the papers for MoA signing yesterday To secure a clean electoral roll, Jiwaka and the Western Highlands have officially become the first two provinces in Papua New Guinea to sign Memorandum of Agreement with the PNG Elector

MEMBERS of Rigo Central Local Level Government ward development committee were sworn in during a brief ceremony at Gateway Hotel in Port Moresby yesterday. The event marked a significant milestone, bringing together community members, officials, and stakeholders united under the theme of progress and strength for Rigo Central. Congratulations were extended to all the appointees, emphasising a shared commitment under the slogan: Together for Progress, United for a Stronger Rig

AUSTRALIA is supporting Papua New Guinea in accelerating its transition toward climate-resilient development, with Morobe Province taking a major step forward. Recently, a two-day Climate-Resilient Green Growth (CRGG) Strategy Validation Workshop was held in Lae under the Australia-funded Climate Finance Initiative for Resilience and a Sustainable Transition (Climate FIRST) project. The workshop reinforces Australia's partnership with PNG on climate change adaptation and resi

PRIME Minister and Pangu Pati Parliamentary Leader James Marape has welcomed Pangu Pati council members, provincial executives, branch officials, youth representatives, convention conveners and party faithfuls from across Papua New Guinea as the historic party prepares to hold its National Convention in Port Moresby this week. The Convention was convened on Thursday, June 11, 2026), and continued into Friday, with Pangu Pati also preparing to host a gala dinner on Saturday ni

THE National Economic and Fiscal Commission (NEFC) yesterday (June 11 joined government agencies, development partners, and civil society organisations in the validation of Papua New Guinea’s National Right to Information (RTI) Policy at a workshop held at Lamana Hotel in Port Moresby.The workshop was hosted by the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) in partnership with Transparency International PNG (TIPNG), with funding support from the European U

ENB Governor Michael Marum with NVS acting executive director Jerry David, executive officer Poponu Wenda, staff and stakeholders in ENB recently FOLLOWING its successful visit and call-out in West New Britain, the National Volunteer Service (NVS) has advanced to the second phase of its New Guinea Islands (NGI) regional outreach, launching its dual call for partner organisations and national professional volunteers in East New Britain Province. The outreach marks a major ste

Australian Defence Force (ADF) Captain Jeffery Sios works with ADF soldiers and members of the East New Britain Provincial Administration of the National Disaster Centre during preparations for Operation Render Safe in Kokopo, Papua New Guinea. ADF Captain Jeffrey Sios in East New Britain, Papua New Guinea during Operation Render Safe 2026. MILITARY personnel from Papua New Guinea, Australia and partner nations are currently in East New Britain as part of Operation Render Saf

THE U.S. Embassy in Port Moresby is pleased to announce that Beverly Hunney has successfully completed her Fulbright Foreign Student Program and returned to Papua New Guinea after earning a Masters of Public Health from the University of South Florida. Ms Hunney's achievement represents the strong people-to-people ties between the United States and Papua New Guinea, which continue to deepen through educational and professional exchange programmes. Her advanced training in pub

Australian High Commission Counsellor, Mr Craig Gillies and Western Highlands Provincial Administrator, Mr Joseph Mangbil at the official opening of the Pit Market. Fresh produce on display at the newly opened Baisu Gate Market. The new facilities, delivered through the PNG-Australia Partnership, provide improved spaces for vendors and customers, strengthening local trade and livelihoods. COMMUNITIES in Minimb and Baisu Gate in Western Highlands on June 8 celebrated the openi

NVS Volunteer Management Division (VMD) director Kelly Aisi, Public Relations and Marketing director Julie Raka with NVS staff and Central Province administration officers during the Site Assessment to Kupiano, Abau District recently. FOLLOWING a successful site visit to the five districts of Central Province, the National Volunteer Service (NVS) is now looking forward to deploying volunteers to boost service delivery in the province. “As stipulated in the Memorandum of Agree

The Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance (SILAG) has marked a significant milestone in its journey toward becoming a specialized public service university by 2027. A one-week intensive write shop was held at Tuna Bay Resort, Port Moresby to prepare the critical academic and governance requirements of the Department of Higher Education, Research, Science & Technology (DHERST). The workshop, organized by the SILAG University Accreditation and Establishment Working Comm

PORT MORESBY, 9 June 2026 — Former Chief Secretary Ambassador Isaac Lupari has called for calm, patience and responsible leadership as Papua New Guinea continues discussions on Bougainville’s future political status. In a media statement released today, Ambassador Lupari said the Bougainville referendum result must be respected as a clear expression of the wishes of the people of Bougainville. However, he stressed that the referendum does not automatically grant independence

On June 5, Chinese Ambassador to PNG H.E Yang Xiaoguang attended the launching ceremony of the “The Guide to Life for Overseas Chinese in Papua New Guinea” and delivered remarks. More than 50 representatives from the Chinese communities in PNG participated in the event, including Mr. Lin Huanong, President of the China-PNG Friendship Association, Mr. Qi Zhihua, Vice Chairman of the China Enterprises Association in PNG, and Mr. Li Huadong, President of Meet PNG and Publishing

The National Court has ordered residents occupying land at Gerehu Tete in Port Moresby to vacate the area by July 24, 2026, paving the way for the construction of a proposed Grade Five public hospital. The land, identified as portions 3530 and 3521, has been allocated to the Health Department for the hospital project, which is expected to be implemented by the National Capital District Commission (NCDC). The court ruling followed a human rights case filed by a group of settle

PORT MORESBY – Health Minister Hon. Elias Kapavore has told Parliament that international media entering hospitals to photograph and record patients without consent is a violation of patients' rights and dignity. The Minister made the statement while responding to questions from Saki Hacky Soloma regarding conditions at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). Minister Kapavore referred to recent footage showing mothers lying in hospital corridors and stressed that images captur

APPROVED FOR RELEASE In what could mark the beginning of a new era for Central Province and Papua New Guinea's petroleum sector, the country's first ultra-deepwater exploration well is set to be drilled within the next two (2) months offshore between Central and Milne Bay provinces. Representatives from TotalEnergies unveiled the latest details of the landmark Mailu-1 project during the first consultative workshop with the Central Provincial Government on Wednesday June 3, 20