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Published on April 27, 2021

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Published on April 27, 2021

YOUNG ARTIST PLANS TO OPEN GALLERY

26 year old Jordan Morris from the Western Highlands province had a passion for drawing, ever since he first held a pencil in his hand. That passion stayed with him to this very day and saw him produce some fascinating art pieces so far. His first ever artwork was a portrait of a Western Highlands woman dressed up in her traditional attire, which was called Mountain Meri. The piece actually went viral on Facebook and received a lot of positive comments, views and shares. “The recent art that went viral was an imagination I had of what a powerful woman from the mountains would have looked like and I did not do too much on the artwork. I let the viewers depict and decide what they want to see,” said Jordan. Jordan also has other similar arts that he will work on that will contribute towards his series of paintings titled “Queen of the Mountains.” “I have over 15 very big art pieces I created which are at my family’s home in Brisbane and I plan to have them shipped up here soon,” he said. Jordon completed his master’s degree at the University of Queensland and is currently employed by the Bank of Papua New Guinea. “I have always had a passion to draw and I draw everyday as it is a form of escapism that I use to zone out for a bit. I started drawing and putting them up on Facebook and Instagram since 2014.” Jordan said he does what many modern artists call doodling, but with a twist. “Doodling is basically creating many random patterns within a shape and that is as simple as I can describe,” he said. The twist is that the patterns and designs used to create his work are from Papua New Guinea (PNG) and from across the pacific. Describing the tools and equipment that he uses to draw, Jordan said he uses the sharpie markers. “I cannot find markers in PNG since I returned so I opted for other types of markers we use here every day but otherwise I would’ve continued using sharpies because of its versatility.” Jordan started drawing at the age of six. He used to trace the outlines of story books against the windows and found it a joy to alter his own reality and recreate things that inspired him. “I intend to open up a gallery in Hagen where it is close to my home so people can travel up there to see my artworks,” he said. Jordan ended off by saying that he might run workshops to teach people on escapism and the art and how it can help them control their thoughts and emotions as it did for him. “I would love to share this with people, and the thing about a gift is that it can be shared and passed on.” [caption id="attachment_7508" align="alignnone" width="468"] Pictures sourced: Jordan showing off one of his many paintings. .[/caption]

Published on April 27, 2021

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Published on April 27, 2021

SP LAUNCHES NEW COMPANY WEBSITE

Managing Director of SP Brewery Limited (SPB), Ed Weggemans, officially launched the company’s new corporate website this week (Monday 26th April, 2021). The Company’s new website unveils a new image that hopes to widen its market horizon, while retaining its authentic Papua New Guinean heritage. The website - www.sp.com.pg - provides a fresh new look and feel, which will provide customers, consumers and business partners with timely and accurate information about the company, its brands and engagement in the community. “The new website is more engaging, highly interactive and features up to date information. SP Brewery is more than just a brewery. Our involvement in the community stretches right across the country and spans many sectors, such as sports, agriculture, entertainment and public service through the SPB Foundation Inc. For job seekers, this is the platform to use when vacancies become available. The website also features employee’s success stories. This is important because it is our people who make SPB a great company. “We pride ourselves in innovation and are constantly finding ways to improve our communication strategies to better engage with our stakeholders, partners and consumers. “We are inspired by our consumers to brew the best beers and extend that same passion to all our brands, products and activities. As an operating company of HEINEKEN, we stand by our values: ▪ Passion for quality ▪ Brands that people love ▪ Enjoyment of life ▪ Respect for people and planet. The website refresh look, combined with enhanced content and optimization for mobile devices creates a central platform for consumers and business partners to better interact with SPB online. [video width="1920" height="1080" mp4="https://pnghausbung.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/SPB-MD_Official-Launch.mp4"][/video]

Published on April 27, 2021

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Published on April 26, 2021

OK TEDI DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION LAUNCHES FIVE-YEAR PLAN

The Ok Tedi Development Foundation (OTDF) launched its five year Strategic Business Plan 2021 – 2025 last week, aimed at realigning its strategies and programs to deliver on realistic targets. This is in line with OTDF’s vision to empower the Community Mine Continuation Agreement (CMCA) communities and associated entities in the Western Province to be self-sustaining beyond 2025. Extensive study and planning over the last 12 months involving key stakeholders has provided OTDF with a better understanding of current development needs highlighting the importance of effective stakeholder collaboration; increasing importance of women and children and the rise in community law and order issues. Also included are economic/income generation, education, water/sanitation and food security/agribusiness. “We have done our groundwork, we know our current position, we have set our targets and are focused to achieve these over the next 5 years,” said OTDF CEO, Havini Vira at the launch. “This plan has aligned all of us and we are now challenged to make this plan become a reality. It will take commitment, dedication, effort and energy to deliver the plan and I am confident that we can,” said OTDF Board Chairman, Musje Werror who officially launched the plan. OTDF was established in 2001 as a not-for-profit organisation, servicing the CMCA communities in Western Province. Captions: 1. (Left – right): OTDF CEO, Havini Vira and OTDF Chairman Musje Werror at the launching of the Strategic Business Plan 2021 – 2025. 2. OTDF employees, CEO, Havini Vira and OTDF Chairman Musje Werror as well as the OTML Kiunga Operations Manager, Mr Dexter Wagambie after the launch.

Published on April 26, 2021

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Published on April 26, 2021

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Published on April 26, 2021

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Published on April 26, 2021

PNGOC CONCERNED WITH THE TAKEOVER OF TAURAMA AQUATIC CENTRE

The PNG Olympic Committee (PNGOC) has, on behalf of the National Sporting Federations (NF’s) that it represents, raised its serious concern over the recently announced takeover of the Taurama Aquatic Indoor Centre (TAIC) by the National Control Centre. This decision, announced on April 22 will drastically affect NF operations, their membership bases and athlete training for International events. The TAIC is one of the key legacies from the 2015 Pacific Games, having been upgraded to a World Class Multi Purpose Sporting Facility for those Games, in which PNG topped the medal table. During the past six years it has become the home and daily training environment for several sports. The PNGOC fully understands what the country is going through at the present time and recognises the need for sporting facilities such as Rita Flynn, TAIC and the Sir Ignatius Kilage Stadium to be made available to assist in the fight against Covid19. However we believe that this can and should be done after appropriate consultations with venue users so that workable solutions can be found. The decision to commandeer the TAIC for a period of 12 months was made without any consultations or even any timely advice to those affected most. President of the PNGOC Sir John Dawanincura said that this decision will affect each sport differently. “Had sports been consulted then they could have advised the Controller of the implications, so that well thought out and well informed decisions could have been made collaboratively and contingency plans drawn up”. This decision if not reversed will seriously impact our preparations for the 2022 Pacific Mini Games and Commonwealth Games; and 2023 Pacific Games. Athletes must train year in, year out to prepare for major Games added Sir John. Swimming is on the programme for all major Games and they have no alternative venue for training and competition. The PNGOC is also concerned about the potential for preventative care and maintenance of the facility being neglected and indeed damage to the floors. The PNGOC will be meeting with the Minister as soon as possible to seek better co-operation going forward between PNG Sports Foundation, stakeholders in Sport and the National Control Centre. We would like to see that Sport and physical activity continues and is encouraged under covid protocols as a contributor to the health and well being of individuals and communities.

Published on April 26, 2021

PNG RECORDS THREE NEW COVID-19 DEATHS – DEATH TOLL AT 105

Papua New Guinea has recorded three new COVID-19 deaths in the last 24 hours ending 12 midday on Sunday April 25, increasing the total number of deaths to 105. The deaths were reported in two provinces, Morobe and West Sepik. Morobe reported two deaths both of whom are males, ages 60 and 78. West Sepik reported the death of a 58-year-old male. Also in the last 24 hours, 166 cases were reported from 23 districts in 14 provinces, increasing the national confirmed COVID-19 cases to 10,835, including the 105 deaths. To date the National Control Centre has completed 86,619 tests for COVID-19. A total of 674 tests are pending laboratory results. A total of 8,561 people have recovered from COVID-19 to date whilst 2,169 cases are active in the last 14-day period. The provinces which reported new cases include: NCD – 33; Morobe – 49; Western Highlands – 43; Autonomous Region of Bougainville – 12; Manus – eight; Eastern Highlands – seven; Central - four; East New Britain, Hela and New Ireland - two each; Enga, Gulf, Southern Highlands and West Sepik - one each. Of the 166 cases, 94 were males, 67 females and five not stated. At the time of testing, 118 cases were showing symptoms of COVID-19 whilst 48 were asymptomatic. All 22 provinces including the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (AROB) have reported cases. Globally, the total confirmed cases of COVID-19 is 145,216,414 including 849,130 new cases reported in the last 24 hours. The global death toll is 3,079,390 including 13,486 new deaths in the last 24 hours.

Published on April 26, 2021