The Department of Works & Highways is taking urgent action to restore road access and ensure the safety of travelers along the Ramu Highway in Madang Province after continuous heavy rainfall severely impacted the highway, causing major traffic disruptions and safety concerns. The affected section, between Usino Junction and Jimi Ridge, has suffered extensive damage due to water infiltration into the pavement that has weakened the road structure, leading to vehicles getting stuck in muddy sections or struggling to climb steep inclines, particularly through the rugged Finisterre Range. Travelers have faced long delays, and some freight carriers have been unable…
Author: Jordan VELA
In a dazzling display of culture, intelligence, and grace, Miss Samoa, Litara Loma Leilani Ieremia-Allan, was crowned Miss Pacific Islands 2025 Last night, at Friendship Hall in Honiara, Solomon Islands. The event marked the 36th edition of the prestigious pageant, bringing together eight contestants from across the Pacific region. Miss Ieremia-Allan, 24, captivated the judges and audience with her eloquence and deep commitment to ocean conservation and indigenous rights. Litara Loma Leilani holds a Bachelor of Arts in Pacific Studies and a Postgraduate Certificate in Secondary School Teaching, reflecting her dedication to education and cultural preservation. Her advocacy work includes…
In a bid to provide a second chance for secondary education, the Kokoda Track Foundation (KTF) is currently conducting pre-enrolment testing across its Flexible Open Distance Education (FODE) centres. With students coming from some of Papua New Guinea’s most remote communities, the initiative reflects a growing demand for accessible and flexible education pathways. KTF operates 13 FODE centres across four provinces in the country and these provinces are Oro, National Capital District (NCD), New Ireland, and Western. Each offering students an opportunity to complete their high school education. Many prospective students, some of whom have been out of school for…
The Maggi Golden Ticket Promotion to win a share of K500,000 has found its first winner in Gerehu, Port Moresby city. The lucky winner is a woman who discovered a K20,000 Golden Ticket inside her Maggi 2 Minute Noodles packet. For safety reasons, she has chosen to keep her identity private, but she was thrilled to share her excitement with PNG HAUSBUNG under the name ‘Mary from Gerehu’. Mary had no idea about the Maggi Golden Ticket Promotion until Friday morning, when she was walking her kids to school in Waigani. As they passed a shop near Boreboa, her children…
Hope is the theme for 2025 at La Salle Technical Secondary, and for 17-year-old Ardasha Yehresase, hope is more than just a word, it is the force that drives her forward through life’s most difficult circumstances. Born into a family where both parents have been absent from her everyday life, Ardasha has found strength in hope, using it as a foundation to build her dreams and despite all these challenges, she perseveres, determined to create a future defined by success rather than struggle. A shining academic star, Ardasha was part of last year’s La Salle Tec Sec Grade 10’s that…
City Pharmacy Medical Laboratory & Supplies (CP MedLab) has strengthened healthcare services in Daru Hospital with the installation and training of a cutting-edge APUS 2 Anaesthetic Machine, replacing the outdated Spacelab unit to ensure safer, more efficient surgeries and enhances patient care. CP MedLab’s lead biomedical technician, John Tanu, spearheaded the installation and training. “The APUS 2 brings precision and reliability to anaesthesia management,” Tanu said. He explained that the machine’s user-friendly features and modern technology allow hospital staff to operate it with confidence and accuracy. The APUS 2 Anaesthetic Machine introduces key enhancements, including an upgraded Soda Lime canister…
The PNG Olympic Committee (PNGOC) convened a crucial Games Workshop at the Gateway Hotel recently, drawing together representatives from national sports federations to reflect on past performances, assess the current state of sports in Papua New Guinea, and chart a strategic path forward. With the 2025 Pacific Mini Games in Palau on the horizon, and long-term targets firmly set on Los Angeles 2028 and Brisbane 2032, the workshop marked a pivotal shift in the nation’s sports strategy. The emphasis was placed on transitioning from short-term, reactive planning to a more structured and proactive approach. Key focuses included early athlete identification,…
The Basketball Federation of Papua New Guinea (BFPNG) has officially presented a full report on the 2024 All-Star National Championships to its major sponsor, Kumul Mineral Holdings Ltd (KMHL), ensuring transparency and accountability for the successful event. BFPNG President David Peter, a dedicated advocate for basketball development in PNG, expressed his gratitude to all stakeholders whose contributions made the tournament possible. “On behalf of BFPNG, we extend our deepest appreciation to Kumul Mineral Holdings Ltd for their generous contribution of K157,100, which played a key role in the successful delivery of the championships,” said President Peter. The financial support from…
The highly anticipated Miss Pacific Islands Pageant 2025 has officially begun in Honiara, Solomon Islands, with contestants from across the region vying for the prestigious crown. Representing Papua New Guinea is Miss May Hasola, the second queen from the Miss Bird of Paradise PNG Pageant to take part in this celebrated event. Miss Papua New Guinea has been assigned contestant number 6, marking her placement in the competition lineup. A crucial highlight of the pageant is the pre-pageant interview segment, where each contestant presents a randomly assigned topic. Hasola will take the stage to speak on the topic of Health—an…
Miss Papua New Guinea, May Torrowi Hasola, has expressed her heartfelt condolences to the family of the Late Sir Julius Chan, a distinguished statesman and former Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, who passed away on January 30, 2025, at the age of 85. Currently representing Papua New Guinea at the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant in Honiara, Solomon Islands, Miss Hasola regrets her inability to be present in the nation during this period of mourning. She honors Sir Julius Chan’s enduring legacy and his significant contributions to the country’s development. The Miss Pacific Islands Pageant, taking place from February 1…