PNG HAUSBUNG’s emerging journalist, Miss Aseneth Waide took home the prestigious “Best Blog” award for her Movie Reviews at the 2025 PNG Media Awards held over the weekend at the Stanley Hotel in Port Moresby city. At just 26 years old, Miss Waide holds a degree from the University of Papua New Guinea, majoring in Creative Arts specifically Theatre Arts and minoring in Literature. She hails from a mixed parentage of Northern and East Sepik provinces. Expressing her joy in receiving the award, Miss Waide expresses that the award was deeply fulfilling, as it aligned with her genuine love for…
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Former journalist and Divine Word University (DWU) lecturer, Patrick Matbob, has lauded the Media Council PNG (MCPNG) for reviving the prestigious Media Awards after more than a decade of dormancy. In a recent statement, Matbob emphasized that the awards play a crucial role in recognizing the hard work of journalists in sharing impactful stories, while also showcasing exemplary journalistic achievements from local winners. He believes these awards will serve as valuable teaching tools for university students pursuing careers in media. “The Media Awards not only acknowledge the dedication of journalists but also highlight local excellence, providing students with a clear…
The National St John Ambulance (NStA) Council has officially commissioned seven new officers during a ceremony at the Headquarters, conferring upon them Warrants of Appointment that signify their authority and responsibilities within the national ambulance command structure. The Warrant of Appointment is a formal instrument issued under the authority of the Commissioner, who is delegated this responsibility by the Governor General of Papua New Guinea. Acting on behalf of the Crown and the National St John Council, the Commissioner commissions officers to act in leadership roles that carry the full confidence of the organization and reflect the expectations of…
The SP PNG Hunters recently announced that prop Koso Bandi has sustained an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, ruling him out for an extended period. This setback is a significant blow to both Koso and the team, as he had been regaining his form and contributing strongly to the squad. Head Coach Paul Aiton expressed his disappointment. “It’s really unfortunate. Koso was beginning to get back into his groove and playing some quality football. To do his ACL at this stage — it’s a real shame. We’ve got a few long-term injuries piling up now, which is tough on the…
The Papua New Guinea National Rugby League Competition (PNG NRLC) has announced a change in venue for the Round 4 match of the 2025 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup this weekend. The fixture between the KMHL Enga Mioks and the Kroton Hela Wigmen, initially scheduled to take place in Wabag, Enga Province, will now be held at the Jonah Amban Oval in Minj, Jiwaka Province. “The venue change from Aipus Oval in Wabag to Jonah Amban Oval in Minj is due to continuous rain causing the field conditions to deteriorate, hence not suitable to host the match,” stated the PNG NRLC. The…
Through the Department of Defense, the United States has signed a contract worth approximately $400 million (K1.6 billion) to construct a large-scale fuel storage facility near Port Moresby Harbor. When completed, the facility will store more than 1.6 million barrels (264 million liters) of fuel. This investment in Papua New Guinea comes at the request of the Government of PNG. The project will support fuel storage needs and has the potential to increase the diversity of fuel available for the PNG market. “This investment reflects the importance we place in our bilateral relationship, and the results of continued discussion and…
The University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) commenced its weeklong 2025 70th graduation ceremony with a total of 184 students from the school of Natural and Physical Sciences obtaining their science bachelor’s and bachelor of sustainable development. In his opening remarks, aligned with the theme “50 years on UPNG’S Contribution to the development of Papua New Guinea”, Prime Minister James Marape encouraged the first graduating class to never give up and to keep working hard. He commended the students for their hard work and tireless nights that brought them this far. “Look out to the world with optimism and positivity…
Papua New Guinea’s oldest public service training institution, the Somare Institute of Leadership and Governance witnessed 406 ambitious public servants, obtain their diploma certificates in their respective courses in SILAG’s third graduation. SILAG Board Chairlady and Department of Personnel Management Secretary Ms Taies Sansan said, SILAG has trained many public servants for over 60 years with the aim to up skill public servants to better serve the people of Papua New Guinea. “For 71 years, SILAG has trained a lot of public servants over the years standing as a foundation of governance long before Papua New Guinea gained independence.” “Its…
The inaugural MCPNG PNG Media Summit, organized by Women in Media (WiM PNG), will be held on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, at the Hilton Hotel in Port Moresby. This inaugural event will bring together media professionals, policy makers, and academics to address the most pressing issues in Papua New Guinea’s media landscape in commemoration of World Press Freedom Day 2025. While the Global Theme for World Press Freedom Day this year is ‘Reporting in the Brave New world: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media’, this first PNG Media Summit will discuss Artificial Intelligence, and how…
As the ANZAC round nears, the SP PNG Hunters are gearing up for a meaningful clash against the Burleigh Bears this Saturday, 26 April, at Santos National Football Stadium in Port Moresby city. This will mark the Hunters’ first ANZAC round at home since joining the Queensland Cup, and the occasion holds special meaning for both Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG). To commemorate the round and pay tribute to the brave soldiers who served in World War I and World War II, the Hunters team visited Bomana War Cemetery out side Port Moresby. The players and staff were warmly…