The 2024 Bougainville Voice X-Plosion (BVX) was an exciting music event, featuring six talented young artists from across Bougainville. This event, which started in 2021, has become a great way to showcase new talent in the region. Since 2022, the BVX has brought together musicians from Australia, like Tjupurru and Jake Fabila, to work with young Bougainvillean artists. Together, they created songs that mix traditional and modern music. These songs, “Wan Solwara” (One Ocean) and “Pasin Tumbuna” (Traditional Ways), have helped introduce Bougainvillean music to the Pacific region. This year, the event was even more special with famous Bougainvillean musician…
Author: Jordan VELA
Watching The Waterboyz, I could not help but feel a deep connection to the street vendors of Port Moresby. The film tells the story of two young men: one trying to make an honest living, while the other turns to crime to survive. Their struggles reflect the daily challenges faced by many street vendors here, who, despite their best efforts, often find themselves caught between survival and crime. In Port Moresby, life is difficult for many, and yes, the cost of living continues to rise, making essentials like basic food like rice, tin fish, sugar, flour, and fuel harder to…
Pepsi lovers in Papua New Guinea had another chance to win exclusive merchandise as Pacific Industries Ltd. hosted the second draw of its nationwide “Thirsty for Merch” promotion on Friday, 8th November 2024, at Boroko Food world in Port Moresby. With holiday excitement ramping up, this event is expected to draw Pepsi lovers and eager participants looking to score some incredible prizes. The “Thirsty for Merch” National Consumer Promotion has captured the interest of shoppers and Pepsi lovers throughout the country. Following the success of the first draw on 25th October at Stop N’ Shop Central Waigani, the event had…
Donald Trump has made a historic return to the White House after winning the 2024 election, overcoming not only a four-year absence but also serious legal issues. Trump was faced with charges for allegedly encouraging the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol and has been convicted of falsifying business records, making him the first president with a felony conviction. But despite all these challenges, Trump’s win marks a major shift in U.S. politics and could lead to big changes in global relationships. Trump secured key swing states like North Carolina, Georgia, and Pennsylvania, helping him reach the necessary…
City Pharmacy Limited (CPL) is excited to announce its partnership with Australian Business Volunteers (ABV) to introduce its pilot programs aiming at delivering comprehensive Business Mentoring Program tailored to support women-led businesses in Papua New Guinea that is set to run from November 2024 to April 2025. The program officially launched its 1st in-person workshop on Monday 4 November, initiated for 4 days. Designed to enhance the business acumen, leadership skills, and operational strategies of women entrepreneurs. The Business Mentoring Programs is designed to enhance the business acumen, leadership skills, and operational strategies of women entrepreneurs. The programs will be…
Despite facing criticism on social media following their tough loss to the Jillaroos, the crowd at the Santos National Football Stadium rallied behind the PNG Orchids throughout the entire 70 minutes of the game on Sunday 3rd November. The Orchids fell to the New Zealand Ferns with a score of 36-0, but they highlighted a much improved and resilient performance. The team spent much of the match on defense, achieving an impressive defensive stat of 81% with a total of 259 tackles. Most errors came from handling issues and a critical mistake during the fifth last kick placement, which hindered…
The CPL Group has officially kicked off its annual Christmas promotion, inviting customers across Papua New Guinea to participate in the Christmas Scratch and Win campaign. The launch event, held today at Waigani Central, brought together the CPL marketing team and excited shoppers to unveil the season’s prizes. This year,2024, CPL has taken an innovative approach, replacing the traditional vehicle giveaway with a range of cash prizes and essential household items. Christopher Lam, CPL’s Marketing Manager, said, “Christmas is a time of giving and celebration.” “This year, we wanted to make it extra special by adding a new twist to…
Despite being scoreless throughout the game, the PNG Orchids put up a good fight on home soil after going down 36-0 to the Kiwi Ferns this afternoon in the third week of the Pacific Championship at the Santos National Football Stadium. In an intense first half, the Kiwi Ferns secured four tries each in both halfs with debutant Mackenzie Wiki scoring a hat-trick in the second half. The game, played under fine weather and good ground conditions, has seen the Kiwi Ferns dominate the scoreboard with three tries and two successful conversions. The Kiwi Ferns wasted no time in taking…
In an NRL headline making move, Veteran Club Captain and playmaker Ben Hunt has officially parted ways with St George Illawarra Dragons, marking a major turning for the club as they get ready for 2025 season. The announcement came from the club on the decision to terminate Hunts contract a year early, allowing him the freedom to explore offers from other NRL clubs. Today, players without an extended contract with their current club can seek out too16 other rival clubs to secure their future in NRL. For the Dragans fans, Veteran and Captain Ben Hunt,34, was given approval by the…
A proud moment for PNG Rugby legend, Adrian Lam, as he arrives in the country to see his son Lachan Lam lead the PNG LNG Kumuls out against the Cook Island on home soil this Sunday 3rd November at the Santos National Football Stadium, Port Moresby. Lachan Lam was named PNG LNG Kumuls captain for this Sunday’s Pacific Bowl match against the Cook Islands in the Pacific Championships, and to witness on game day, will be none other than father/coach, former Kumuls Captain Adrian Lam. “He’s been named captain this weekend for the PNG Kumuls, which is a massive honor…