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30/10/2026

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30/10/2026

Mugil Bridge in Madang Replaced

The Department of Works and Highways in partnership with Australia has replaced Mugil Bridge, a critical transport link connecting communities across Madang, Sumkar, Bogia and Middle Ramu districts in Madang Province.

The new bridge is helping students, farmers and local communities stay connected to schools, health services, markets and economic opportunities along the Northern Coastal Highway.

Mugil Bridge is a vital link for more than 400,000 people across Madang Province.

Australia has delivered the bridge in partnership with the Department of Works and Highways to replace a flood-damaged crossing and provides a safer, more resilient connection along the Northern Coastal Highway.

Read full story on our website at: https://info.gov.pg/mugil-bridge-in-madang-replaced/

Photo Credit: Australian High Commission

28/10/2026

PNG to Discuss Pacific Cybersecurity Cooperation in Fiji

Papua New Guinea's Minister for Information and Communications Technology, Hon. Robert Naguri, has been invited to take part in a cybersecurity discussion in Fiji, where he will focus on regional cooperation and how Pacific countries can work together to deal with cyber threats.

The discussion will also look at the Lagatoi Declaration and the Pacific ICT and Digital Transformation Action Plan, which set out how Pacific countries can work together on cybersecurity and other ICT matters.
The Lagatoi Declaration was adopted in Port Moresby in 2023 during the first Pacific ICT Ministers' Dialogue hosted by Papua New Guinea.

It provides a common direction for Pacific countries on issues such as internet connectivity, cybersecurity, digital services and the use of technology.

The Action Plan outlines how countries can carry out the work agreed to under the Declaration.
Cybersecurity is one area where regional cooperation is needed. Pacific countries face many of the same problems, from online scams and data theft to attacks on government systems and communication networks.

Not every country has the same resources, technical skills or systems to deal with these threats. This is why sharing information, technical knowledge and support between countries is necessary.

For PNG, the Lagatoi Declaration and Action Plan provide a starting point for this cooperation. Instead of each country trying to address the same problems on its own, Pacific governments can work together to improve their cybersecurity systems and respond to threats.

The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT), through its work in cybersecurity and digital government, has a role in supporting PNG's commitments under these regional arrangements.

The discussion in Fiji will give PNG an opportunity to raise the need for closer cooperation between Pacific countries, particularly in sharing information on cyber threats, training cybersecurity personnel and improving how countries respond to cyber incidents.

With more government services and everyday activities moving online, cybersecurity is no longer an issue for individual countries alone.

The Lagatoi Declaration and Action Plan already provide the basis for Pacific cooperation. The focus now is on how countries can use these commitments to address the cybersecurity problems they face.

23/10/2026

The Marape-Rosso Government, through the Connect PNG Program, has signed a K20 million contract for the construction of the 120-metre Jimi Bridge in Middle Ramu, Madang Province. Executed by Department of Works and Highways Secretary Gibson Holemba, in the presence of Middle Ramu MP Hon. Kansol Harwai Kamdaru and contractor China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC), the project forms part of the Madang–Baiyer Economic Corridor and aims to connect remote communities in Middle Ramu and Baiyer, Western Highlands Province, improving accessibility, transport and economic opportunities.

22/10/2026

DOWH Secretary Gibson Holemba signs with contractor - Jimi Bridge

Date: Friday 23 October , 2026
Venue: DOWH HQ - Executive Conference Room

22/10/2026

MARAPE-ROSSO GOVERNMENT ADVANCES CONNECT PNG WITH K77 MILLION BOGIA ROAD CONTRACT

The Marape-Rosso Government has advanced its commitment to improving road connectivity in Papua New Guinea following the signing of a major road rehabilitation and sealing contract at Government House in Port Moresby on Thursday 22nd October 2026.

The contract, valued at approximately K77 million, will upgrade 26 kilometres of road from the Nubia Plantation turn-off towards Waterfront in Bogia District, Madang Province, under the Government’s flagship Connect PNG Programme.

Secretary for the Department of Works and Highways, Mr Gibson Holemba, said the project was fully funded by the National Government and would upgrade the existing gravel road to a two-lane, two-coat sealed national highway, complete with drainage infrastructure.

Mr Holemba said the project formed part of the Government’s broader 20-year Connect PNG Programme, which aims to link communities, improve access to essential services and strengthen economic connectivity across the country.

He urged the successful contractor to mobilise promptly and deliver quality work, noting that the 18-month contract would bring significant benefits to communities along the Ramu River corridor.

The Secretary also highlighted the Government’s ongoing investment in road maintenance, rehabilitation and upgrading across Madang Province, including works along sections of the Ramu Highway and the wider coastal corridor.

Madang Governor Ramsey Pariwa welcomed the contract signing, describing it as an important milestone for the province and acknowledging the support of the National Government, the Minister responsible for Works and Highways, and the Department’s leadership in bringing the project to this stage.

Governor Pariwa said the road would benefit not only the people of Bogia but also communities in Middle Ramu and other parts of the region, while contributing to the long-term development of the coastal corridor.

He expressed his commitment to working closely with the Department of Works and Highways and the relevant national leaders to ensure continued progress towards connecting communities and opening up the province for development.

Minister for Information and Communications Technology and Member for Bogia, Hon. Robert Naguri, also welcomed the signing, saying the project followed nearly two years of follow-up and advocacy to secure the necessary government support.

Mr Naguri thanked the National Government and the Department of Works and Highways for recognising the importance of the road, which serves communities in Bogia and provides access for people travelling between the district and neighbouring areas, including Middle Ramu.

He emphasised that the road was vital to improving transport access and supporting communities that depend on reliable road links to reach services and economic opportunities.

The contract signing marks another step in the Government’s efforts to strengthen national road connectivity through Connect PNG, with the Bogia road project expected to improve transport conditions, support regional development and provide more reliable access for local communities.

The Department of Works and Highways will work with the successful contractor to progress implementation, with completion targeted within the 18-month contract period.

22/10/2026

MARAPE-ROSSO GOVERNMENT ADVANCES CONNECT PNG WITH K77 MILLION BOGIA ROAD CONTRACT

22/10/2026

PGK21 million El Niño Support Package for Papua New Guinea

Australia has announced an initial package of more than PGK 21 million (approximately AUD 7 million) to help Papua New Guinea prepare for and respond to the impacts of El Niño and drought conditions. The announcement was made at the 2026 Papua New Guinea-Australia Ministerial Forum held in Port Moresby on the 20th of October 2026.

The package will support drought preparedness and response through investments in water security, health and humanitarian supplies, school feeding programs, and agricultural resilience initiatives. It will be delivered through trusted humanitarian, development and aviation partners with existing reach across Papua New Guinea.

Australia's Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain MP said Australia was acting early to help communities prepare for the impacts of worsening drought conditions.

“Australia stands with Papua New Guinea as communities face the growing challenges posed by El Niño and prolonged dry conditions.

“Early action helps protect lives, livelihoods and essential services, while reducing the need for more costly emergency responses later,” Minister McBain said.

“This support package reflects Australia's commitment to working alongside the Government of Papua New Guinea and our humanitarian partners to strengthen preparedness, reach vulnerable communities and build resilience to future disasters.”

The package includes:
• PGK 7.5 million (AUD 2.5 million) for NGOs to support water and food security, and other drought-related interventions in affected communities through the Australian Humanitarian Partnership.

• PGK 7.5 million (AUD 2.5 million) for health and humanitarian supplies, including pre-positioning and delivery of essential items through partners such as the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the World Health Organization (WHO) and aviation partners.

• • PGK 3 million (AUD 1 million) for school feeding and nutrition support, expected to benefit more than 87,000 students across targeted provinces.

• • PGK 3 million (AUD 1 million) for drought monitoring, vulnerability assessments and the distribution of drought-resistant seed to support recovery and food security. Australia’s National Emergency Management Agency, which sits under Minister McBain’s portfolio has recently signed a partnership with PNG’s National Disaster Centre, to support Papua New Guinea’s coordination and response ability, working with local disaster abilities.

This support builds on Australia's long-standing partnership with the MRA, through Geoscience Australia, and the National Weather Service with Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology.

Australia will continue to work closely with the Government of Papua New Guinea, the United Nations, non-government organizations and other partners to monitor the evolving situation and ensure assistance reaches those most in need.

Below: Minister McBain with Mr Raymond Yamai, Director Mineral Resources Authority Geohazard Management Division and Dr Hadi Ghasemi, Geoscience Australia

22/10/2026

ICT Ministers Launch Digital Skills Programme with Digicel

21/10/2026

Australia Partnering with PNG for $1 Million HPV Vaccine Rollout and 10-Year Primary Health Care Program

The Australian Government has committed to a long-term primary healthcare partnership with Papua New Guinea, headlined by a $1 million commitment to support PNG’s nationwide rollout of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The effort aims to protect young girls and women across the country from cervical cancer, which remains the leading cause of cancer deaths among PNG women.

The 10-year primary healthcare strategy focuses on building resilient community health systems, upgrading rural clinics, and expanding essential maternal and child health services.

Cervical cancer claims roughly 650 lives in PNG each year out of more than 1,000 new diagnoses. Over 95% of these cases are preventable through HPV vaccination.

The immunization program focuses on girls aged 9 to 14 years, delivered primarily through school-based programs and mobile community outreach health teams.

"Papua New Guinea and Australia are close neighbors and enduring partners. We stand together in building stronger health systems and a healthier future. Australia remains committed to working alongside the Government and its partners over the long term to protect women and girls."

The introduction of the HPV vaccine marks a critical step toward achieving the World Health Organization's global target to eliminate cervical cancer. Combined with Australia's broader 10-year primary healthcare investments, this initiative aims to dramatically reduce preventable maternal and child mortality, strengthen local clinical skills, and secure a healthier future for generations of women across Papua New Guinea.

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