The Papua New Guinea owned Paradise Foods on Wednesday proudly launched their new biscuit product the “Teisti Biscuit” at the Paradise Food Head Office Kawai Site in Port Moresby. The official opening was attended and presented by the Paradise Foods Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Michael Penrose, Chairman of the Board Mr. Anthony Smare, official guest Prime Minister James Marape and Key Stakeholders. Chairman Mr. Smare acknowledged the presence of PM Marape and expressed gratitude to accept the official cutting of the ribbon. He further emphasized the challenges taken up by the management and staff of Paradise Foods, to tirelessly…
Author: E'lle- Gore YASI
Australia has partnered with Women’s Micro Bank Limited (WMBL) to support PNG’s agriculture SMEs, by providing loans through the Revolving Fund Facility funded by the Australian Government. Attendees at the recent Credit Guarantee Corporation (CGC) Agri Trade Expo in Port Moresby heard that these loans were providing opportunities for business expansion and stronger supply chains. The Revolving Fund is an K8 million investment by the Australian government and managed by WMBL creating an affordable credit facility designed to provide short-term loans to exporters, SMEs and women-owned and women-led SMEs. Coffee exporter, Kosem Ltd in Jiwaka, shared their experience as recipients,…
Minister for International Trade and Investment Richard Maru urged local investors to invest in the Sea Park Development Project (SPDP) opposite APEC Haus in Port Moresby during the groundbreaking ceremony of the phase one of the project- the Azure Residences. The K2.2 billion investment of the SPDP includes the development of the Azure Residences, Era Kone Hotel and Walk (Phase 1.5), Era Kone Residences (Phase 2), and the Fountain (Phase 3). “We need Papua New Guinea (PNG) investors to partner the investors at SPDP in this exciting journey.” “I am calling on our super funds- Nasfund and Nambawan Super, our…
Twenty seven-year-old rugby league forward, Muka Peter has signed a one-year contract with the Rugby Club Salon XIII- the Jaguars in the French Rugby League Elite 2 competition all thanks to the Wantok Sports Agency. Maku, who hails from the Simbu province and residing at the Tokarara suburb in Port Moresby city, will soon be making his debut with the Jaguars in the 2024 French Rugby League Semi-Professional Elite 2 Season from September to April 2025. Forward, who plays with the West New Britain (WNB) Provincial Government Kimbe Cutter’s, told PNG HAUSBUNG that the opportunity would not have been possible…
Round 15 of the 2024 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup saw the too strong PRK Mendi Muruks defeat the home team Moni Plus NCD Vipers at the National Football Stadium, 20-12. The PRK Mendi Muruks take win with a final try by Ismael Balkaua solidifying their lead and final score 20-12, this after trailing in the first half with 10-12. After a weekend rest from rugby after 14 consistent weekend games, the round 15 game between the Mendi Muruks and NCD Vipers had an intense first and second half with both teams heavy on adrenaline but were impatient in playing ball. Eager…
Relentless goal-line defence in the first half has seen the Newcastle Knights hold out the Sydney Roosters 12-10 in a classic match to launch the 2024 NRLW season. The Roosters fought back gallantly in the second half after trailing 0-10 at the half-time break to score the only two tries of the half, but were not able to convert their second try to force the match into golden point. Highlighted as stars to watch before the game, Tamika Upton’s creativity in attack and Jesse Southwell’s commitment in defence were key cogs in the win, with the duo supported by an…
Fiji’s Iowane Teba breaks through the Uruguay defense for a try on day one of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at Stade de France on 24 July, 2024 in Paris. Photo: World Rugby / Mike Lee – KLC Olympics rugby sevens men’s defending champions, Fiji, have won both their pool games on day one of the competition. The Fijians defeated Uruguay 40-12 in their opening game, before winning over the USA 38-12 on Thursday morning. Samoa lost their first game 21-14 to Australia, before going down to Argentina 28-12, reducing their hopes of making the next round. Fiji, New Zealand, Ireland, Australia…
The Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee (PNGOC) confirms the final 2024 Team PNG 27-year-old Olympian athlete Mr. John Ume, from Kairuku, Central Province, solidifies his invite to compete in the 63.5kg division for boxing in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The invitation and chance came about as a result of an athlete withdrew from another nation, leaving PNG to fill in the vacant spot. His appointment alongside Coach Peter Morrison to the Paris 2024 Olympic Game is a welcomed addition to the current crop of athletes on route to Paris. Mr. Ume holds experience under his belt, represented PNG…
The Governor General of Papua New Guinea (PNG) in his speech marking the 43rd Remembrance Day Ceremony in Port Moresby city yesterday, paid respected and honoured the sacrifices of the fallen and heroes still alive when speaking at the Remembrance Day Memorial Park at Ela Beach. Governor General H.E Sir Bob Dadae expressed his gratitude for being part of the 43rd Remembrance Day commemoration to honour the ones who gave their lives for the greater good of the country during their time before, during and after the Great War. “They were a people in their own time. Many of them…
The significant 43rd Remembrance Day commemoration for Papua New Guinean (PNG) world war heroes was a successful event this morning at the Remembrance Day Park at Ela Beach Port Moresby. The marching parade led into the initial starting by the Disciplinary forces such as the PNG Defense Force, Police Band and Warders, including the Saint John’s Ambulance Officers and late public servants and scouts in Port Moresby. The event’s master of ceremony Lieutenant Poweseu Kisokau expressed his gratitude to the Director of National Events Rot Wong responsible for making a successful turn out. Sir Kisokau emphasized the government’s intent of…