GovNet online finally connect.

We have finally being connected to the Gov Net network thanks to the Finance IT Team (Dave, Mike and Patricia) We also have access to the gov email system which over time will be more cost effective than the current hosts of our emails. An ISP subcontractor for finance did the cabling and as a bonus connect two other departments within the Kumul Haus building. We now have access to email and alesco payroll system. We are anticipating for PGAS next year.

Merry Christmas and happy new year...!

Christmas and gifts

With the year drawing to a close the Registry Office of Poltical Parties exchanged gifts in a small but significant ceremony withnessed in the office as a token of appreciation for their effort in the success of 2010 year. At the same time I'm going for my well deserved break and looking forward for it. This gives me time to catch up on other things that I have been putting off for a while.

Koukou Map

Googled Koukou and got this image, though not updated as the trees that is in front of Aunty Josie's house is all cut down and construction is taking place. Will post some more images on how the house is coming.

A huge family indeed (Solien)

Accidently I happen to stumble across some sites that gave an insight on how this Solien person came to Port Moresby. In The Late 1800's, When Foreigners Were Exploring Papua, Jimmy Malay Came As Part Of That Wave, In Search of Bechedemer + Sandalwood. I wanted to know how and where was bubu Nellie’s roots and how she became one of the Soliens. I’ve discovered that she comes from the generation of the first wife (Biria Vediho) of James Peter Solien or Jimmy Malay as he is known and had nine children. They are as listed
1. Maona Solien [Iotai] - 1877
2. George Solien - 1889
3. Louisa Mary Solien [Gorogo] - 1887
4. Margaret Mary Solien [Arua] - 1890
5. James Peter Solien - 1894
6. Marina Elizabeth Mary Solien - 1896
7. Charlie Solien - 1898
8. Vivian Joseph Solien - 1900
9. Mary Theresa Solien [Sariman] - 1903

Correct me if I’m wrong, so bubu Nellie’s dad would be James Peter Solien Jnr. Jame’s second wife which is Biria’s younger sister bore him another ten children. They are as follows:
1. Edress (Edward) Solien - 1888
2. Josephine Solien [Iorive] - 1892
3. Kevin (Sogo) Solien - 1896
4. Samuel Solien - 1898
5. Philomena Mary Solien [Kassman] - 1899
6. Agnes Dai Solien [English] - 1900
7. Lucy Cecelia Solien [Sariman] - 1904
8. Vincent Solien - 1906
9. Madeline (Magdaline Buruka) Solien - 1908
10. Nicholas Solien – 1910

Now bubu’s father (James Peter Solien Jnr) got married to Theresa Resena which is bubu’s mother and had 9 children
1. Mary Theresa Solien,
2. Marcella Solien,
3. Agnes Solien,
4. Rita Solien,
5. Nellie Solien, (bubu)
6. Louisa Solien,
7. Perpetual Solien,
8. Maureen Solien,
9. Mary Meme Solien

As far as I know all seven siblings of bubu Nellie are deceased and she would be one of two still surviving. I think bubu Maureen is still alive. Now bubu Nellie got married to bubu Peter Sariman and that is where the Sariman comes into picture. There is awfully alot of infomation to digest but I'll stop here.Another thing about this research is the most of the names continue to be repetative or past on from generations to generations making is a little bit confusing at start. These are what I have dug out so far. Hopefully I’ll try to do more research and come up with a family tree but I believe that’s a mammoth task. Pix and information courteous of solienfamily.com and solien besena and bebo social nt site. click here for more related story

Koukou house part1

Work is underway laying the foundation of the house over the past two weekends. So far its starting to take shape thanks to Kim’s cousin brothers who seemed to be doing a fantastic job. Find are pics of the profile and posts being set up.

Kaksy of Varokou

One would mistaken the name “Kaksy “ for a human being but no its not. Kaksy is a muruk or cassowary in English. Kaksy can be found at Varokou Construction Office site. Now knowing that my son loves animals, one wouldn’t guess what the first question that was asked as soon as he spoted Kaksy. “Can we keep him?” was what he mentioned first before curiously asking other questions about its sex, what he eats and the list goes on and on. Jeremiah already owns a turtle and a parrot. We obviously don’t have space for another additional animal. Earlier on when we first arrived, Jeremiah spotted a village chicken and asked his aunt Pricilla if he could have them. Picture is Varokou office site as well as Kaksy the muruk

Making Manus Basket

Meet Rachael Pokiau from Waratalai village in the Manus south coast. Every day as we go about our usual daily routine she sits at a corner of a flat at Green Haus in Badili weaving her baskets. She has been in Port Moresby for a month now and I couldn’t let this opportunity go but ask her how she makes those wonderful Manus basket. Like all the art of making something, her skills and knowledge had been handed down to her by her mother. As she explains it starts off with husking a special type of tree that is in the bush. They let it lie in water for a month until it becomes rotten. After that it is dried and stripped into small pieces enough to start weaving. There are two types, the small one is called Drobanahin and the big one is called Drobagungan. As in many cultures in Papua New Guinea, baskets were mainly used for bride prize and special occasions as well as for carrying items.

Civil Registry goes electronic

The Civil Registry Office within the Department of Community Development which was formerly known as Department of Welfare recenlty converted to electronic registering of forms for Death, Birth and Marriages. Once recieved, the lodgement is inputted into the system and registered and given a number. Upon collection the number is scanned and is pulled up for collection. This system is in line with the recently upgraded IT system that was launched by the Minister, Hon Dame Carol Kidu two months ago.

Ute on Sale!

Selling our family ute. Nissan Navara single cab in good running condition. As is where is basis. Recently spray painted and serviced with new oil filter, battery as well as new apolstry on the seat. K19 500.00 or nearest offer. Should be on the pngcars website as well. Contact 72167778

Successful BRIGDE workshop concludes in Port Moresby

The BRIDGE workshop run by UNIFEM ended on a very successful note on the 22 October 2010. The two week workshop saw participants from different backgrounds participate with the aim to become facilitators of the BRIDGE program. The program saw twenty participants at the beginning however eighteen successfully completed the program and received their certificates. Pictured are some activities during the two week long session. Pic by Henao Lister

REFURBISHED BRANCH LAUNCHED

Recently the ANZ Lae branch was refurbished and jointly launched by senior executives of ANZ Vishnu Mohan and Michael Rowland. The occasion also saw a gala dinner later that evening at the Lae International Hotel. ANZ is celebrating its centenary anniversary of hundred years in Papua New Guinea.

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2010 technology upgrade for Registry of Political Parties Commission

We finally received our much awaited server from Datec. The IBM x3400 server is a SBS 2008 Server that comes with the usual backup media and utilities. The delivery of this equipment will compliment what has been established in the office. So far over the past 12 months other upgrades include:

 Development of an IPPCC Website
 Alesco Payroll system onsite processing
 LAN Setup
 Resources and file sharing as well as printer sharing facilities
 Heavy duty copier/fax/printer/scanner

The next 12 months (2011) would see other major upgrades:
 Upgrade of PABX
 Replacement of old pcs
 Fast Internet connectivity (broadband)
 Email connectivity (Gov net)

Other planned activity involves the development of an intranet site and party registry system. These are all subject to timing and workload.

Poverty a reality in Papua New Guinea

Whilst I write about the good things that are happening in our big city, I must be honest that with developments there are also associated problems that comes along with it. It is disturbing to see children begging on the streets of Port Moresby and other major centers but yes this is increasingly becoming a norm in our own country. With the migration of people into urban areas from the rural settings, this has placed added pressure on the services and infrastructure that is currently being neglected. Many critics will argue that poverty is not as prevalent in our country but it can come in many forms whether it is lack of services such as health, education and the breakdown of law and order. This trend that was once thought to be confined in urban areas is now creeping into the rural settings. Today there is no such thing as a free ride. Everything that is done under the sun is for a form of payment whether big or small. The world of materialism and capitalism is being imitated by what we read in the papers and see on TV sets. Whilst PNG is a signatory to many international conventions, one such important document is the Millennium Development Goal (MDG). We have less than five years to meet our target and at the pace we’re going, it is a massive challenge for our government

Nonu School Celebrates Papua New Guinea’s 35th Independence in style

This year saw Papua New Guinea turn 35 years of self governance since gaining independence from Australia. Schools throughout the country celebrated this occassion. Nonu was no exception as it had its students perform traditional dances. Jeremiah was part of a dance group that sang and danced New Ireland. Students were grouped into four regions New Guinea Islands, Southern, Momase and the Highlands Region.

Happy 35th Anniversary Papua New Guinea!

Mortuary Feast held for Late Mrs Elizabeth Anere

Dr David Anere had a mortuary feast over the weekend to mark the passing of his wife. Late Mrs Elizabeth Anere passed away early this year. The feast was witnessed by both Dr’s relatives and Late Mrs Anere’s relatives.Staff from Registry of Political Parties Commission also witness the occassion. As a token of appreciation some food including a pig was presented to his late wife’s relatives. On behalf of the family son Joelson and daughter Margaret echoed sentiments of how much their mother was as a role model in their life. They thanked their late mother’s relatives for giving her to them. Dr's brother officially handed over the food to the Hula family.

Koukou 2

Weekend visit to Koukou. This time Bubu Nellie's pics are included. Find as well are pictures of the surounding yard and landscape.