In a poignant Easter message delivered by His Excellency Grand Chief Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae, Governor General of Papua New Guinea, called upon citizens to reflect on the teachings of Christ and take decisive action against moral decay and societal challenges plaguing the nation. Amidst Easter celebrations marking the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Governor General Dadae emphasized the significance of Christ’s sacrifice in paving the way for righteousness and urged Papua New Guineans to embody Christian values, not only in words, but also in deeds. Expressing concern over the escalating breakdown of moral values and the rise of lawlessness and…
Author: Nathan KUMAN
During the recent Sponsors Night event at APEC Haus in Port Moresby, Governor General of Papua New Guinea, His Excellency Grand Chief Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae, expressed his happiness at being a part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the Hiri Moale Festival. During his speech, Governor General Dadae greeted the audience warmly and expressed his thanks, recognizing the corporate and business sectors for their essential sponsorship and support over the previous 50 years. Their solid dedication has been helpful in elevating the Hiri Moale Festival to the status of one of the nation’s most celebrated cultural occasions. Governor General…
Cowboys fullback Scott Drinkwater expects the injury hit Broncos to provide the biggest test so far for the unbeaten competition leaders in Friday night’s Queensland derby. North Queensland have recorded their best start to a season since 2006 after beating the Dolphins, Knights and Dragons in a perfect opening to their premiership pursuit. In contrast, the Broncos have just one win, against last placed South Sydney, and the 2023 grand finalists will be without injured stars Reece Walsh and Payne Haas, while Adam Reynolds remains in doubt for the Easter Friday clash. However, Broncos-Cowboys clashes have historically been tenacious, high-octane…
Manager of the Junior PNG Squash team, Merlyn Alarcos has provided some helpful insights into the journey of Papua New Guinea’s emerging squash talents, Feanor Siaguru and Amity Alarcos, as they strive for success on the professional stage. Reflecting on their dedicated training schedule in Brisbane over the past year, Merlyn highlights the challenges of balancing athletic pursuits with academic responsibilities. “Juggling time for training and completing assignments is a significant effort, especially when both the training center and facilities are nearly 40 minutes apart,” she remarked. Despite these logistical hurdles, she said Amity manages to secure 3 to 4…
In a thrilling development for the PNG Squash Federation, their elite athletes based in Brisbane, Australia are primed to compete in the upcoming PSA World Oceania Championships Qualifier. Scheduled to be held at Carrara, Gold Coast from the 5th to the 7th of April 2024. This marks a significant milestone for PNG players on the international stage after a prolonged absence. The PSA World Oceania Championships Qualifier serves as a crucial steppingstone for players aiming to secure a spot in the prestigious 2024 PSA World Championships in Egypt, slated from the 9th to the 12th of May. With 128 slots…
In an effort to foster the sport of softball for women and girls in Port Moresby, the Port Moresby Women’s Softball Association Inc. (PomWSA Inc) is gearing up for its annual Corporate Slow Pitch Softball Competition. With over a decade of success, the competition serves as a vital fundraiser for the association, which faces challenges in securing corporate sponsorship. Despite this, the Management Committee’s innovative approach has ensured the event’s continuity, attracting more than 30 companies each year. The philosophy underpinning PomWSA Inc. emphasizes an inclusive and enjoyable recreational experience for all participants. Beyond honing physical skills, coaches are tasked…
With the Vibez Music Platform’s recent introduction, a lot of excitement is already being created about how it might affect the music scene in Papua New Guinea (PNG). With the platform’s impending activation, which was created by seasoned application developer and music producer, Gideon Niakra, local musicians stand to benefit from a new era of digital innovation and worldwide connectedness. From industry insiders to music enthusiasts, the Vibez Music Platform has garnered a lot of interest since its March 2nd premiere at the Cosmopolitan’s Crystal Lounge, Port Moresby. Still, excitement is growing as the platform gets ready for its official…
Technology and music enthusiast, Gideon Niakra is the visionary entrepreneur behind the innovative Vibez Music Platform, which was recently launched in the city of Port Moresby. Niakra’s career has been one of unrelenting dedication and tireless pursuit of perfection. He has over 15 years of experience as both an application developer and a professional music producer/DJ. Niakra has been at the forefront of technical innovation in Papua New Guinea (PNG) through his company, Jerubaal Technologies Limited. He specializes in everything from computing and ICT to renewable energy and electronic security. But his most recent project, the Vibez Music Platform, best…
Magistrate Paul Puri Nii at the Committal Court in Waigani, Port Moresby voiced concerns over administrative and logistical challenges within the Police and Correctional Services, which may affect remandees and others in custody from having their day in court. He stressed the importance of ensuring the rights of suspects in custody to attend court hearings. The magistrate’s concerns surfaced in court yesterday when he queried police prosecutors about the absence of remands and other individuals in Correctional Services custody from Bomana jail, who were slated to appear in court before him in the morning. Police prosecutors cited transportation issues between…
Residents of Arawa, in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, are poised to experience enhanced access to reliable electricity with the ongoing renewable energy upgrades set to end in 2025. Leading the charge with assistance from Australia, the Autonomous Bougainville Government (ABG) has completed these renovations, which mark the beginning of Bougainville’s first commercial-scale solar farm with battery storage and the potential for revolutionary changes for the surrounding population. ABG President Ishmael Toroama and Australian High Commissioner John Feakes conducted a thorough tour of the power plant renovations to commemorate the project’s halfway point. High Commissioner Feakes spoke at the event…