Over 249, 000 Secondary and Primary school students throughout the country will be sitting for the annual national examinations in October, the number itself an increase in the number of last year’s students sitting the examinations. The Secretary of Education, Dr. Uke Kombra in a recent press conference, stated that approximately 249, 189 students will be sitting for their exams nationwide. “This year we’ll be seeing 76, 571 Grade 10 students from 448 Secondary schools will start the examination season on October 9th; followed by 31, 252 Grade 12 students from 221 Secondary and High schools on October 16th and…
Author: Aseneth WAIDE
This September 16, 2023, the Papua New Guinean community in Hawaii gathered from O’ahu and Hilo to celebrate Papua New Guinea’s 48th Independence Day. Due to the time zone difference, independence came to Hawaiians a day later, but that did not spoil the atmosphere of the celebration. PNG students and those participating in sponsored professional work programs were welcomed by David and Cherry Kunert, as well as David’s parents [the hosts], Daniel and Nancy Kunert. The PNG community was also joined by wantoks from the Solomon Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Vanuatu, Samoa and friends from the United States and Taiwan to…
Many schools in the country are using their term three break as an opportunity to prepare their students for the upcoming end-of-year exams. However with constant changes in schools’ curriculum; this has caused students performances to fluctuate from high to low. Sharing his thoughts on the situation, is the Principal for North East Academy Mr. Abakure Kaupa. Mr Kaupa told PNG HAUSBUNG that the curriculum division of the Education Department needs to address this issue. “The department needs to get itself in order and align courses properly starting from early childhood to Grade 12.” “I believe it’s because of this…
Department of Information Communication & Technology Minister Timothy Masiu has explicitly stated his support for music artists, recording companies and related parties advocating for copyright and fair compensation. According to Minister Masiu since the introduction of new technology the music industry has faced both rewards and difficulties. “I acknowledge, in my capacity as Minister of information and communication technology (ICT), that technology, particularly the internet and mobile platforms, have changed the music business. “Therefore, I support our composers, lyricists, record labels, and recording artists who are fighting for copyright recognition and just compensation because of the changes that come with…
The Tree Kangaroo Conservation Program had a week-long workshop in early September on its “Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool” (SMART). This is a software primarily focused on tracking, analysing, reporting spatial data, providing critical insights for informed decision-making regarding specific locations. The workshop was led by the Research & Monitoring Coordinator Dillion Nason in Gomdan village, Morobe Province. Tree Kangaroo Conservation Program told PNG HAUSBUNG that the initiative uses a combination of specialized software, instruction, and patrolling criteria to improve conservation efforts. “SMART is essential for observing animals, spotting hazards, and improving patrol operations.” The training session was attended by…
An attacking masterclass led by Reece Walsh helped the Broncos power past the Warriors 42-12 on Saturday night and book in a grand final showdown with the Panthers. Lining up against the side he spent the first two seasons of his NRL career with for the first time since moving back to his junior club, Walsh was immense with ball in hand and inflicted much of the damage in front of a crowd of 52,273 at Suncorp Stadium. The 21-year-old Queensland star’s class and confidence was more evident than ever as he shook off an early intercept – which gifted…
Papua New Guinean singer Danielle Morgan has been involved in the music industry since high school. After taking a break from the music scene for a decade, she returned stronger, competing, and becoming the first female artist to win one of the biggest music competitions in the Pacific region in 2022, ABC Pacific Break. According to Danielle, she draws emotions from music and personal experiences when it comes to writing songs. “The producer would play a track, and if I like the song, the lyrics will start coming in.” “But sometimes they don’t, that’s when I go back, sit down,…
With their first runway coming up on October 21st, 2023, Kreativ Haus true to its word has created a platform with the intention of empowering local fashion designers and artisans and promoting Papua New Guinea’s rich artistic heritage through fashion and design. Kreativ Haus told PNGHAUSBUNG that the organization was formed by women who participated in a CUFA (Credit Union Foundation Australia) Business Accelerator Program workshop that took place at the Centre for Arts and Innovation, 8Mile from February to April of 2023. A new organization representing fashion designers and artisans as well as giving them a more sustainable option…
The APEC Haus in the city of Port Moresby will be coated in colours and culture as the Kreativ Haus Runway takes center stage on October 21st. The runway will showcase Papua New Guinea’s tribal cultures and heritage through fashion. With the noble goals of empowering regional fashion designers and artisans and promoting Papua New Guinea’s rich artistic heritage, Kreativ Haus was recently founded. Despite being young, the organization is committed to supporting the development of indigenous talent, providing Papua New Guinean SMEs with sustainable opportunities, and improving the lives of their families. Kreativ Haus told PNG HAUSBUNG that the…
Shaun Johnson’s calf muscle is commanding far less attention at Warriors HQ this week, while at the Panthers and Storm hopes are high that they’ll welcome back key playmakers for their preliminary final showdown. Penrith five-eighth Jarome Luai and Storm No.7 Jahrome Hughes have been named to face each other on Friday night in Sydney after both taking part in team training on Sunday, but will need to pass through more demanding tests later in the week before they are declared certain starters. In Luai’s case that is likely to include having to prove his injured shoulder can handle tackling…