As part of supporting refugees and international migrants, whilst showing solidarity with members of the West Papuan Community and the Rainbow West Papua Refugee Camp, the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands Migrants and Refugee Desk recently commemorated International Migrants Day with the theme; Honouring the contributions of Migrants and respecting their rights. In a small but highly significant gathering, representatives of the CBC along with members of the refugee camp all gathered to witness the event, at the same time the CBC took the opportunity to official open new Wash facilities that were built to…
Author: Nigel-Francis MADO
The Koki Wanigela village here in the nation’s capital with the sponsorship of the Moresby South MP, Justin Tkatchenko and NCD Governor, Powes Parkop launched the Wanigela Festive Period Basketball and Netball Tournaments, which will see 8 teams from all 8 zones of the settlement compete over the next 4 weeks. Governor Parkop, during his speech to the people of Koki Wanigela, stated that the program that they were gathered together to launch, was another initiative of the Moresby South MP through which they look toward instilling positive values toward each other in the spirit of the festive season. “More…
Treasurer Ian Ling-Stuckey along with Minister of Higher Education, Research, Science, Technology & Sport, Don Polye, following a virtual meeting have addressed the outstanding TESAS (Tertiary Education Student Assistance Scheme) allocations for all Higher Education Institutions for semester two of the current academic year. Following the virtual meeting, Minister Ling-Stuckey met with the Acting Secretary for DHERST and his staff to resolve certain issues related to the TESAS allocations for the academic year 2023. Both Ministers have reached an agreement that will look to ensure that all Higher Education Institutions, including the eight Universities, will receive all outstanding TESAS payments…
Treasurer Ian-Ling Stuckey believes strengthening the resource sector is a vital key in building a stronger economy. The Treasurer stated that since independence, the country has built on its major mining portfolio to add petroleum assets at the turn of the century, and more recently LNG assets. “The resource sector is a critical part of the PNG economy.” “Currently, the resources sector accounts for some 25 per cent, or one-quarter of the economy.” “As Treasurer, I must foster the development of this area of the economy, including strengthening the way the benefits are shared with PNG.” Ling-Stuckey said that the…
The 2023 Rookie 7s Tournament kicked off this week in Port Moresby. The tournament started today with the Under 20s matches. This year is also the fifth year for Rookie 7s to include Deaf Rugby. “We are honored to provide the platform to promote and foster the growth and recognition of Deaf Rugby in PNG,” Rookie 7s Founder Cybele Druma said. “Rookie 7s first introduced Deaf rugby in its tournament in 2018 and has consistently hosted its matches.” The three teams in the Deaf Rugby division are Coastal Hurricanes, Highlands Piggies and Deaf Central. The World Deaf Rugby’s intent of…
It was a significant milestone for the Department of Petroleum and Energy after its completion of the National Ministerial Determination for the Papua LNG Project that was successfully gazetted and published on the 6th of December by the Government Print Office. But complications come in different forms and the parliamentary leaders of the Gulf province, who have openly objected the Determination. The National Ministerial Determination No. G967, No.G968 and No. G969 for the Papua LNG Project was announced officially by the Minister of Petroleum and Energy, Kerenga Kua recently but this has not gone down well with Gulf’s top echelon.…
NCD Metropolitan Superintendent Silva Sika has issued a warning to all shop owners and citizens in the Capital that the trading and usage of Firecrackers and Fireworks are banned this Festive period. The Met Supt told PNG HAUSBUNG that he will be making sure that all law enforcement officers in the capital will be briefed on their roles and will be executing their orders soon. “I will issue a ban on the sale of all firecrackers and fireworks as it is dangerous and will soon inform all police personnel to keep an eye out for those that don’t adhere to…
The Highlands Eastern Division Commander, Assistant Commissioner of Police [ACP] Rigga Neggi has dispelled rumours of escalated violence in Chimbu Province following the death of former Chuave MP Wera Mori stating that those circulating these reports should not assume but rather look for facts when presented with sensitive information. The ACP told PNG HAUSBUNG that the Office of the Eastern Division has yet to receive reports of an escalation in the province calling for people to get their facts right before assuming or taking to social media to vent. “There was a building that was burnt down due in the…
The Capital Rugby Union President, Kori Chan has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Brisbane Brothers Rugby Club that will assist in improving the playing standard and administrative capability of the union. Established in 1905, Brisbane Brothers are a leading foundation club in Australian rugby. With a player base of 1, 100 athletes, XX, the club has won a plethora of premierships and produced a number of players (both men and women) who have played at or are currently playing at state, super rugby, and test level. In the last two (2) years Brisbane Brothers…
The country’s largest provincial rugby body, in its quest to lift the standard of Rugby to the next level is setting its sight on continuing is objectives of upskilling local match officials. Capital Rugby Union [CRU] President, Kori Chan recently advised that referee clinics for match officials will continue next year. Chan stated that they will be taking a three (3) pronged approach next year, which will see the program include clinics and activities for coaches and players. “In continuing with our Referee Development Program supported by Pacific Aus Sports, please be advised that we shall soon be announcing our…