DPLGA launches two important plans
A new ward-level development approach will be rolled out across Papua New Guinea and is set to shift the country’s planning system from a top-down model to one driven by…
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DPLGA and IOM PNG sign MoU to strengthen response to internal displacement
THE Department of Provincial and Local Government Affairs (DPLGA) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) national response…
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Government launches Papua New Guinea’s first National Internally Displaced Persons Policy
The Government of Papua New Guinea has officially launched the country’s first National Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Policy, marking a historic milestone in strengthening national efforts to protect and support…
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New DPLGA officers officially join PNG Public Service
The Department of Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs (DPLGA) has officially welcomed ten of its officers into the PNG Public Service, presenting them with notice of permanency. The permanency…
Read moreMinister clarifies DDA role on Parliamentary vacant seat
Minister for Provincial and Local-level Government Affairs Hon. Soroi Marepo Eoe, CMG, MP wishes to clarify the legal basis and purpose of recent administrative measures taken under the District Development…
Read moreSubmission of Bank Account Details for Local- Level Government (LLG) Leaders
Wednesday 4th March, 2026 The Department of Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs (DPLGA) is urging all Provinces, Districts and Local-Level Governments (LLGs) to submit the bank account details of…
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DPLGA Officer heads to Japan for further studies
Friday, 5th September 2025 PORT MORESBY: A senior officer of the Department of Provincial and Local Level Government Affairs (DPLGA), Ms. Sarah Euling, has been awarded a prestigious scholarship to…
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