This week Buk Bilong Pikinini (BbP) celebrated its sweet 18th Birthday on Tuesday at APEC Haus in Port Moresby by looking back to the missions that provide quality early childhood education to children across Papua New Guinea. The BbP team received a special visit from Bronwyn Wright, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Sir Brian Bell Foundation and Chair of the BbP board and her mother Fay Clough. Bronwyn wished the Buk bilong Pikinini team a happy 18th birthday and remarked on how incredibly proud she is of the SBBF partnership with BbP and the incredible work achieved thus far…
Author: Jordan VELA
The 2025 Jacks of PNG Design Competition has once again spotlighted the incredible creative talent across Papua New Guinea, celebrating three remarkable designers whose works drew deeply from cultural heritage and natural beauty. Now in its fourth year, the Jacks of PNG Design Competition continues to provide a national platform for local designers, empowering them to share their stories and traditions through fashion and art. Solomon Waibauru, originally from Milne Bay and flying in from Madang, captivated judges with his Coastal Design. Drawing inspiration from the shell necklaces worn by elder men in Cape Vogel, his piece pays homage to…
A spirit of celebration filled the air in Lihir as 120 students across Grades 9-12 marked a significant milestone in their educational journey. Thanks to the ongoing partnership between Newmont Corporation, the New Ireland Provincial Administration, and KTF, the Flexible Open and Distance Education (FODE) program has successfully completed its second year in the province. What makes this program particularly impactful is its focus on teachers—95% of the graduates are educators themselves. The initiative ensures that teachers can upgrade their qualifications while continuing their classroom responsibilities, bridging the gap between professional development and practical teaching. The graduation ceremony was a…
Yesterday, April 5th, 2025, Ela Beach was alive with excitement during the highly anticipated Trukai Vanagi Race, a central feature of the renowned Hiri Moale Festival. This year’s event highlighted the rich maritime culture of the Motu-Koita people, attracting participants and spectators from all over the region. In the A Grade division, Jalova emerged victorious after an impressive performance throughout the 13-course race. With Mari Kapa as skipper and Richard Giaole on the crew, the team maintained a commanding lead to secure first place. Warrior Princess finished in second, while Gensi claimed third. The B Grade division showcased an outstanding…
The Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee (PNGOC) took this initiative by expending the Team PNG HERO Athlete Workshop across to Kokopo, Lae and Goroka to ensure that more athletes be part of this impactful program. The three-day workshop, which ran from Friday, 28th to Sunday 30th March, introduced athletes to the foundation of being a Team PNG HERO Athlete, delivering impactful programs, and taking action as HERO athletes. This initiative, which develops leadership and community engagement among athletes, is designed to empower sportsmen and women to create meaningful change in their communities through sport. This year’s batch of HERO athletes…
SNS Tech subsequently hires its first 3 cohort after successfully completing their inaugural internship program. Launched in December 2024, the program aimed to provide recent graduates namely Kristina Kovea, Monty Trei, and Gabriel Isikiel with practical experience and professional development. Initially, the program was slated for a longer duration, but it accelerated due to the interns’ exceptional performance and the company’s growing project demands. Highlighting the interns’ exceptional performance, Chief Executive Officer and Technological Officer Samson Korawali shared. “SNS Tech’s internship program, focused on digital communications, IT support, and digital transformation, was accelerated from six to three months due to…
The tense situation at Koki in Port Moresby this morning that disrupted the normal flow of activities, stemmed from two separate incidents according to police. In an interview with PNG HAUSBUNG today, Chief Sergeant Abel Andrew, the Police Station Commander for Badili Police Station, provided details on the two major incidents that have heightened security concerns in the community. The first incident occurred on the evening of Tuesday April 1st at around 6:00 PM, when police officers from Badili Police Station responded to a reported disturbance at Koki Market and upon arrival, the officers attempted to disperse an unruly crowd…
The Basketball Federation of PNG (BFPNG) is excited to announce that they have extended the annual affiliations deadline of March 31st, to the 15th of April 2025. Back in 2024, BFPNG experienced a remarkable growth of 34 new affiliates. This showcased an expanding interest throughout the nation. This year the original deadline was set for the end of March; however, with the successful registration of 21 associations, the registration was moved to give more time for associations to register. BFPNG is urging all member affiliates to finalize their registration before the revised cutoff date. The BFPNG is committed to being…
Collaborative efforts are making a tangible impact on healthcare services provided by the Western Provincial Health Authority (WPHA), with several key developments this week underscoring the power of partnerships. The Papua New Guinea Emergency Medical Team (EMT) has donated an ultrasound scan machine to the Daru Provincial Hospital’s accident and emergency department. This contribution follows a recent supervisory visit by Dr. Garry Nou, Deputy Chief Emergency Physician, which was sponsored by WPHA. The EMT will continue to support WPHA by providing training for medical staff in emergency patient care. In another boost to healthcare services, the Public Health Division of…
The 2025 National Tourism Expo and Conference is set for a two-day event from the 9th – 10th of April at the Hilton Hotel, Port Moresby under the partnership of Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA), Papua New Guinea Tourism Industry Association (PNGTIA) and the proud Platinum Sponsors Mineral Resource Development Company Ltd (MRDC). This event is like no other with the theme ‘HONORING OUR PAST, TRANSFORMING OUR FUTURE: 50 YEARS OF PNG TOURISM’ a groundbreaking event highlighting the impact of tourism as the Nation celebrates its 5Oth independence anniversary. The conference will act as the catalyst for transformation…