The Western Provincial Health Authority (WPHA) successfully concluded its 2024 Annual Review Conference and Partnership Meeting on Friday, February 14. The three-day event, hosted by the PNG Sustainable Development Program (PNGSDP) in Balimo, Delta Fly District, was a milestone in collaborative healthcare planning. For the first time, local Officers in Charge (OICs), district health managers, church and private healthcare providers were actively involved in key decision-making processes. This inclusive approach marks a significant shift from previous years when only a select few determined healthcare strategies for the province. The conference focused on the pressing challenges faced by healthcare providers in…
Author: Jordan VELA
A woman was found brutally murdered in the early of hours of this morning at Baruni, Port Moresby, after being kidnapped from her home in Rainbow Heights, Watermark Estate. According to the Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police for NCD and Central, Benjamin Turi, the woman was abducted by a group of twenty armed men during the late hours of Valentine’s night and taken to Baruni, where she was raped and murdered at approximately 2 AM. The attackers stormed the estate, tied up the security guards, and forcibly took the woman from her residence. Once they had left, the guards managed…
In the world of business, success is often measured by persistence, resilience, and the ability to forge strong partnerships. For Abus Na Kumu, a local business dedicated to bringing fresh, locally sourced produce to Papua New Guineans, the journey has been one of unwavering commitment and hard work. Today, they stand as a beacon of inspiration for other small businesses, having recently announced an exciting collaboration with Hugo Canning Company Limited PNG. Founded by Richard Mark, a 37-year-old entrepreneur from East New Britain and Madang provinces, Abus Na Kumu began as a passion project in late 2017 to 2018. Richard’s…
The Minister for ICT and Member for South Bougainville, Timothy Masiu, has condemned derogatory social media remarks against Miss Papua New Guinea, May Torovi Hasola, regarding her skin color and background. Mr. Masiu, a strong advocate for responsible digital behavior, expressed outrage over the attack, calling it an unacceptable reflection of a morally declining society. “These hurtful remarks are not just directed at May and her family but also at all Bougainvilleans and those with Bougainvillean heritage. Such behavior is deplorable, and I challenge those responsible to come forward and publicly justify their actions.” He emphasized that Miss Hasola, a…
PNGFM wishes all its listeners, advertisers, and community a Happy World Radio Day today. Yesterday, the 13th of February, marks World Radio Day, falling a day before Valentine’s Day. This year’s theme is “Radio and Climate Change”, aiming to advocate for the growing challenge of climate change that the world is facing. Radio is helping by spreading awareness, educating audiences, and encouraging collective action against climate change. World Radio Day was established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2012 after being proposed by the Spanish Radio Academy in 2011. The day recognizes the essential role…
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…
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…