everyday people

Currently serving as the Acting First Assistant Secretary for Policy and Planning at the National Department of Education (NDoE), Sabati's dedication to promoting gender equality is truly inspiring.

Her journey began with years of community work in her home province of Gulf, where she played a pivotal role as the School Community Support Officer for the Gulf Provincial Administration.

Born and raised in the tranquil village of Lontis, Haku Constituency, Bougainville, she reflects on her carefree childhood by the sea, emphasising her journey from a simple coastal life to becoming a senior education official with a Master's Degree from Australia.

Growing up as the second eldest of nine daughters, Dorothy attributes her strong leadership and consensus-building skills to her upbringing. Her mother, a role model in their community, instilled in her the values of hard work and determination.

Soon-to-be a certified MFW 25-year-old Lean Brian from Mapaio village, in Gulf province’s Kikori District will graduate next year with a National Certificate 3 (NC3) from Port Moresby Technical College (Pom Tech) and remains hopeful of her prospects.

“I chose to apply for MFW because I see that there is a growing demand for welding (positions) in PNG,” she says.

In a statement, SPB says, “This strategic move reflects SP Brewery's commitment to developing our local talent.

“Lawrence Acanufa brings a wealth of marketing expertise and a deep understanding of the local market having previously held leadership and innovation roles within the company.”

Ed Weggemans, SP Brewery's Managing Director says, "We are delighted to welcome Lawrence Acanufa to our team as the first Papa New Guinean Marketing Manager. His appointment underscores our dedication to embracing local talent.”

Borone Isana is one Papua New Guinean who saw the birth of this country and is proud to have contributed to its development over the years.

There is never a dull day at the Newcrest country office in Port Moresby, when 70-year old senior employee, Isana is around.

Isana, from Djaul Island and New Hanover (also called Lavongai), in New Ireland Province is a father, grandfather, uncle, brother, friend and mentor to many; not just to his family but also within Newcrest and other public and private sector organisations across Papua New Guinea.

Borone Isana is one Papua New Guinean who saw the birth of this country and is proud to have contributed to its development over the years.

There is never a dull day at the Newcrest country office in Port Moresby, when 70-year old senior employee, Isana is around.

Isana, from Djaul Island and New Hanover (also called Lavongai), in New Ireland Province is a father, grandfather, uncle, brother, friend and mentor to many; not just to his family but also within Newcrest and other public and private sector organisations across Papua New Guinea.

At the heart of this impactful initiative lies a collaboration between the University of Papua New Guinea’s School of Business and Public Policy and the Australian National University’s Crawford School of Public Policy, designed to cultivate academic excellence and shape career trajectories, particularly in the realms of economics and public policy.

Esther's personal journey intertwines with the very essence of the program she champions. A proud beneficiary of the partnership, she embodies its principles and aspirations in every step she takes.

Ms Pius comes from Tikai Village in the Siwai District of South Bougainville.
 
She completed the theory component of her Certificate II in Commercial Cookery training at BTC in 2022. The Cert II requires the completion of on-the-job (OJT) training which is currently unavailable in Bougainville.
 
Thanks to Australian support, Ms Pius and 30 other BTC graduates were able to undertake a month of OJT in Port Moresby.  

In partnership with the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea, she and her colleagues wrote Morobe’s early childhood curriculum in 2019.

From Kotec LLG, she was sponsored by the Australian Agency For International Development (AusAID) and the PNG government, and underwent a Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood program at the Queensland University of Technology. She commenced her studies in 2013 and graduated after three years.

While studying at St Fidelis College, a seminary in Madang, he was called back to his district, Kagua-Erave in the Southern Highlands, to teach Grade Six due to a shortage of teachers.

Seeing the people in his society affected by violence and tribal fights, Jopok felt compelled to take up studies in law and justice so that he could help his people.

He applied for an Australia Awards Scholarship to study a Bachelor of Justice in Investigations, Policing and Justice Policy at the University of Queensland.