Miss Bird of Paradise (MBoP) May T. Hasola, extended her heartfelt congratulations to the newly crowned inaugural Miss Bird of Paradise Gulf Province, Miss Uritai, Annsio Posa. She said that Annsio had performed outstandingly, carrying herself with poise, intelligence, and confidence. “We are incredibly proud of you and all that you represent for Gulf and for Papua New Guinea (PNG).” “This is only the beginning of your journey, and we look forward to seeing the impact you will make.” The Inaugural Miss Bird of Paradise Gulf Province, Annsio Posa, is twenty years of age and hails from the Uritai village.…
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The beautiful and historic Rabaul Town in East New Britain province, lit up on the 16th of September 2025 in Papua New Guinea (PNG) colors and traditional attires from around the country to commemorate the country’s 50th Independence Anniversary as well as the 31st twin volcanic eruption. As part of the annual Frangipani festival, the program started at 4am with the ‘Kinavai’ ceremony; a sacred Tolai ritual with tubuans arriving by canoe at dawn. Then followed by the frangipani float parade around Rabaul town including cultural performances, local band performances and other fun family activities later held at the Queen…
The Oceania Athletic Association has selected nineteen athletes for the Melanesian team that will compete at the Oceania Cup on October 30-31 in Nuku’alofa, Tonga including nine of the athletes to represent Papua New Guinea (PNG). The Oceania Cup is a team competition that will feature teams from Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia, with all three teams fully funded by the Oceania AA. Teams from Australia, New Zealand, Tonga, Regional Australia, and Hawaii are also expected to participate. Each team can have up to ten male and ten female athletes. The events at the competition will include: Sprints and Mid-Distance: 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m,…
Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso has announced with deep sadness and shock the passing of Morobe Governor Luther Akisawa Wenge. Wenge passed away on Saturday, September 13, at the Port Moresby General Hospital after a period of illness. “His sudden passing is a tragic loss and shock for the people of Morobe province and for Papua New Guinea (PNG) on the eve of our country’s 50th Independence celebrations,” Rosso said in a statement. “Governor Wenge was more than a colleague; he was a strong leader, a seasoned lawyer, and a man of principle who dedicated his life to serving the…
Chief Secretary to Government, Mr. Ivan Pomaleu, OBE, has expressed profound sorrow and deep sadness following the passing of the late Governor for Morobe province, Luther Asikawa Wenge who was called to rest on the 13th of September 2025 at the Port Moresby General Hospital. Mr. Pomaleu on behalf of the Department of the Prime Minister and the National Executive Council conveyed his condolence stating that the late Governor served for three terms in parliament as Governor of Morobe in 1997 to 2012 and later was re-elected as Governor in 2022. “In that role, he brought with him not only…
On behalf of the men and women of the National St John Ambulance (NStJA), Interim Chief Executive Officer of St John, Dr Arabella Koliwan, has extended her warmest congratulations to the Government and people of Papua New Guinea (PNG) on the golden jubilee of the nation’s 50th Independence. “This historic milestone is a proud moment for every Papua New Guinean. It is a time to celebrate our unity, diversity, and resilience as a people; while reflecting on how far we have come together as a nation.” For 68 years, since its establishment in 1957, St John has been privileged to…
On the 6th of September 2025 history was made in Western Province as the very first Miss Bird of Paradise Western Province, Naomi Koge was crowned. Miss Bird of Paradise, May T. Hasola stated that this was not only a special moment for the contestants and their families, but for the entire province, a milestone that shows Western Province is ready to take its place on the national stage. “To our inaugural Miss Bird of Paradise Western Province, Naomi Koge, congratulations once again.” “Your courage to put your hand up, your pride in culture, and your willingness to serve your…
The Papua New Guinea Red Cross Society (PNGRCS) and the Australian Red Cross (ARC) reaffirmed their longstanding partnership during a three-day Partnership Strategy Co-Design Workshop held from the 26th-28th of August 2025 in Port Moresby. The workshop marked a key step in aligning strategic priorities under ARC’s new eight-year International Program, launched in January 2025. The program is supported by the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and emphasizes long-term, flexible, and partner-driven approaches. Papua New Guinea (PNG) is one of nine National Societies currently part of the program, with Tuvalu set to join later…
Papua New Guinea’s Minister for Education, Lucas Dawa Dekena, has voiced his support for Western Highlands Governor Wai Rapa’s request to postpone the upcoming Local Level Government (LLG) elections. The move aims to prevent the elections from clashing with the Grade twelve national examinations. Minister Dekena acknowledged the importance of both events, noting that the LLG elections are a vital part of the nation’s democratic process. However, he emphasized that the national examinations are equally, if not more, critical for the future of the nation’s students. “The grade twelve national examinations are the culmination of twelve years of hard work…
The Papua New Guinea Red Cross Society (PNGRCS) has officially welcomed and inducted three distinguished professionals as members of its Finance and Audit Committee, reinforcing the Society’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and sound governance. The induction, held in Port Moresby, was attended by National Council Chairman Oscar Pidian, Secretary General Gellie Akui, the National Treasurer Merelyn Penning, who also serves as Chairperson of the Committee, IFRC Head of Delegation Maki Igarashi, Australian Red Cross Finance Development Advisor Patrea Ryan, and Claire Hallas, Portfolio Manager for Pacific Programs at Australian Red Cross. The induction highlighted the history of the Red Cross…