Australia's love for Rugby League extends to Papua New Guinea, with a new team set to join the NRL in 2028, fostering deeper connections and friendship. Strengthening Bonds Through Rugby League: A New Era for PNG Australia's passion for rugby league has found a vibrant echo in Papua New Guinea (PNG), a nation where the sport is not just a pastime but a cultural cornerstone. This shared enthusiasm has paved the way for a historic collaboration: PNG is set to introduce its own team into Australia's National Rugby League (NRL) by 2028. This initiative promises to strengthen the bonds between the two countries, fostering deeper connections and mutual growth. A Shared Passion for Rugby League In both Australia and PNG, rugby league transcends the boundaries of sport, embedding itself deeply into the social and cultural fabric of each nation. In PNG, rugby league is celebrated with unparalleled fervor, often regarded as the national sport. This mutual passion has laid a s...

Empowering Pacific Women: 32 Opportunities Abroad for PNG and Pacific Island Women. Discover 32 opportunities abroad tailored for PNG and Pacific Island women, opening doors to scholarships, fellowships, and leadership programs.   32 Opportunities Abroad for Women from Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands A warm and heartfelt shoutout to all our incredible  WANSOLWARA MERIES  and  PACIFICA QUEENS ! If you’re dreaming of new horizons and yearning for opportunities that may not be available in your beautiful island homes, we invite you to explore the possibilities abroad.   We’ve put together a special list of 32 amazing opportunities tailored just for you, the wonderful women of Papua New Guinea and all our treasured Pacific Island countries.   These programs are crafted with your empowerment in mind, offering pathways for growth, leadership, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in your communities.   Don’t hesit...

Don’t Wait to Write Your Book The aspiration to write a book can often feel overwhelming. While artificial intelligence (AI) can be a powerful ally in the writing process, remember that action is what truly creates results. Here’s how to leverage ChatGPT to help you craft your manuscript and overcome common hurdles. by  Dr. Mujtaba Ellahi Mahar AI can help, but action creates results. Here’s How to Use ChatGPT to Write Your Book: 1. Ideas Are Not Enough    - Having a topic isn’t enough to start writing.      - Tip: Ask ChatGPT to brainstorm and outline your chapters.   2. Outlines Lead to Clarity      - Writing without a plan leads to frustration.      - Tip: Use ChatGPT to create 3-5 key points for every chapter.   3. Start with a Hook      - A strong introduction sets the tone.      - Tip: Ask ChatGPT to write an engaging chapter opening.   ...

A Cabinet of 39 Ministers is Clumsy (30.01.25) Since PNG’s Independence in 1975, no Prime Minister has appointed 39 Ministers to Cabinet. The superficial appointment of 12 Vice-Ministers is also unnecessary and wasteful. 39 Ministers in Cabinet will only augment the complexity of decision-making, confusion, and ineffectiveness of government. The Prime Minister has created an obese, convoluted, and clumsy Cabinet that has proven to be lethargic since 2019, unable to develop solutions for the litany of problems that it has created, exacerbated, and run away from. For example, worsening inflation by compromising the Central Bank’s independence, creating a law-and-order crisis in Enga province and foregoing revenues and taxes by shutting down Porgera gold mine, and weakening public institutions across the board through nepotism and overlapping of Ministries.  Political expediency is the sole reason for the 39 ministerial appointments. For the sake of staying in power, the P...

KEROWAGI MP STILL ON THE MOVE FOR CHANGE! By: Kerowagi District Development Authority  Hon. Francis Kikin Siune, the Member for Kerowagi District, continues to demonstrate unwavering dedication in securing vital funding for essential projects to enhance the district's infrastructure and economic landscape. His recent initiatives for the year 2025 are focused on four (4) major areas: the establishment of a cement factory, improvements to health infrastructure, the revitalization of the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector through a partnership with City Pharmacy Limited (CPL) and the Kerowagi Cultural Show. Siune's advocacy has attracted significant financial resources to support these endeavors. The proposed cement factory is expected to create jobs and stimulate local economic growth, addressing the pressing need for construction materials in the region.  He has prioritized health infrastructure by negotiating for funds for the renovation of rural health facilities, to en...