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Keep informed with the latest updates and developments from the Media Council, featuring industry insights, initiatives, and stories shaping Papua New Guinea's media landscape.
New Relationships Forged in Niue as regional media associations pledge unity and collaboration
MCPNG attended the 7th Pacific Media Summit, co-facilitating a workshop on strengthening media associations and addressing common challenges.
One Pacific Media on the Rock of Polynesia, A first-hand experience of the 7th Pacific Media Summit
The 7th Pacific Media Summit emphasized networking, AI in media, and challenges like turnover, highlighting Women in Media’s influence.
PINA elects new Board
PINA appointed Kalafi Moala as President, with a diverse new board focused on inclusivity, mission reassessment, and strengthening media associations.
Council launches 2025 PNG Media Awards
MCPNG announces the return of its Media Awards in 2025, recognizing excellence in journalism across all media platforms in PNG.
TIPNG is Associate Member representative
TIPNG appointed as Associate Member Representative on MCPNG Management Council, strengthening their collaboration through the Community Coalition Against Corruption.
Council AGM re-elects core executive to continue reforms
MCPNG re-elected its executive team and confirmed the installation of a Complaints Tribunal to address unresolved media complaints.
2023 Media Freedom Day Breakfast highlights media freedom as driver of all human rights
The 2023 World Press Freedom Day Breakfast emphasized media freedom’s role in human rights and highlighted challenges like misinformation.
Media Council of PNG Strengthens Ties with Lae Media Fraternity
MCPNG reconnects with Lae journalists, addressing challenges like resource constraints and communication barriers, reaffirming support for regional media.
MCPNG and TIPNG Reaffirmed as Co-Chairs of CCAC at National Meeting
MCPNG and TIPNG reaffirmed as CCAC Co-Chairs, emphasizing collaboration and strategies to combat corruption across Papua New Guinea.
Acting Chief Justice Calls for Holistic Approach to Strengthen Integrity at National Integrity Summit
Acting Chief Justice Kandakasi calls for integrity reform starting in families, emphasizing personal values as the foundation for societal change.
TIPNG Chairman Calls for Accountability at Inaugural Media Freedom Day Breakfast
TIPNG Chairman Peter Aitsi calls for media accountability, emphasizing its role in holding public officials accountable for their decisions.
Journalists update skills on anti-corruption & election reporting
MCPNG, in partnership with UNDP-PNG and funded by the EU, trained 20 journalists on anti-corruption and election reporting.