The Assemblies of God, Life and Hope Church at Tubusereia in Central province recently kicked off their annual Carols by Candlelight event which began on the 24th of December and will conclude on the 31st of December. Missionary Charlie Vagi who is also assisting in the coordinating this event, told PNGHAUSBUNG that this is an annual event held at Tubusereia to bring together every family in the community to celebrate the spirit of Christmas. According to Vagi, this year’s event was organized and hosted by the youths of the Assemblies of God, Life and Hope Church to involve other youths…
Author: Katrina ANGELI
The Kangaroos have retained No.1 spot in the IRL World Rankings, despite suffering a record 30-0 loss to the Kiwis in the final of the Pacific Cup. The Jillaroos are also No.1 after splitting their two Tests against the Kiwi Ferns, winning one apiece, while the Wheelaroos are fourth in the wheelchair IRL World Rankings. The Kangaroos rose to the top spot after winning last year’s World Cup and Mal Meninga’s men beat Toa Samoa in Townsville and New Zealand in Melbourne before suffering their biggest loss in 115 years in the final in Hamilton. The result sparked criticism of…
It was a joyful moment for the needy children at the Tembari Children’s Care yesterday when visiting the BSP Head Office to share their Christmas. The BSP staff at the Waigani Head Office made a choice to open their hearts and show kindness when donating gifts through personal contributions for these needy children. BSP Corporate Sponsorship Manager, Amelia Minnopu, when presenting the donation to the children said that Christmas is a truly remarkable time of the year as nothing makes someone feel better than being a socially responsible member of society. “It gives us an immense amount of happiness that…
The Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee (PNGOC) Board at a special executive meeting held this week, received a comprehensive report from the Secretary General and Treasurer on the 2023 Pacific Games’ budget, revenue, and expenditure. It was reported to the Board that the seven Air Niugini charter flights to send Team PNG to the Games which cost a total of K1, 965, 846, were paid for directly by the PNG Sports Foundation and that K3 million was deposited into the PNGOC account. This Government contribution of K4, 965, 846 almost fully covered Team PNG’s total expenditure on the Games, which…
The Catholic Diocese of Alotau in Milne Bay Province and one of the twenty successful recipients of the Digicel PNG Foundation’s Community Grants program for this year, recently launched its sanitation facility project for Ho-Owalai Primary School in Milne Bay Province on the 17th of November, 2023. Through the Leadership for Change Community Grants Program, Digicel Foundation provides grants up to K50, 000 to local organizations across the country who deliver projects in the areas of health, education, water and sanitation, sustainable livelihoods, and safety. In terms of grants, Digicel Foundation provides support in terms of capacity building, coordination and…
Air Niugini has now issued an advice to its valued customers that the airline has now resumed flights to Cairns Airport in Australia as of Tuesday, 19th December. Flight PX 98 departed Port Moresby for Cairns as of Tuesday afternoon and returned at night with those passengers who were disrupted from the previous flights. Air Niugini suspended operations to Cairns’s airport since Monday, 18th December, due to continuous rain and flooding that resulted in the closure of the airport. Furthermore, Air Niugini will now return to its normal scheduled operations today.
The Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee (PNGOC) has expressed both gratitude and anticipation as it has announced a significant transition within its leadership. After nearly three decades of outstanding service, the Secretary General, Mrs. Auvita Rapilla, has now decided to retire. Rapilla’s leadership and unwavering commitment has left an indelible mark on the PNGOC, contributing significantly to the advancement of sports in Papua New Guinea and the Olympic Movement. Her tenure including thirteen years as Secretary General has been characterized by loyal, distinguished service, astute guidance and an unwavering dedication to the promotion and development of sports in Papua New…
Lucy Bundu Au is amongst four retirees who has served and worked at the Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance (SILAG) since 1979; back when it was known as the PNG Administrative College. Lucy was just at the age 20 when she left her first employer the Public Service Commission and joined SILAG as a student admin clerk. She has occupied a number of senior management positions in the last 43 years whilst working with SILAG including, an officer in charge for Student Admin, an OIC for Revenue Finance section, an OIC for Registry as well as an acting building…
The Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance (SILAG) officially closed its 2023 academic year last Wednesday with closing remarks made from each executive staff including the Chief Executive Officer as well as the directors and managers of the institute. The closing ceremony also saw the awarding of high performing staff as well the farewelling of their retirees. Chief Executive Officer of SILAG, Micheal Barobe in his closing remarks, thanked the staff for their commitment and commended the retirees for their contribution towards building the institution to where it is now. Barobe also expressed his gratitude for all that has been…
Air Niugini has issued an advise to valued customers that the airline has cancelled Cairns flights for Monday 18th December due to continuous rain and flooding around Cairns which has resulted in closure of the airport. A decision on flights for Tuesday onwards will be made later today. Customers who are holding tickets for the affected flights may change or refund their flights without penalties by contacting Air Niugini or your Travel Agent for further information. Air Niugini has a close affiliation to the city of Cairns and holds the people of Cairns and Far North Queensland in our thoughts…