DVDs & DOCUMENTARIES
Air Niugini Year in Review
DVD release date: 2012
Our program looks at the milestones achieved by Air Niugini in 2012, including the arrival of the Boeing 737, a new and practical addition to Air Niugini’s fleet.
New destinations both locally and overseas were also added to Air Niugini’s list of milestones in 2012, and improvements in service such as a new business class amenity kit and changes to IT infrastructure came into effect.
Air Niugini also played host to some famous but new faces to Papua New Guinea, as Australian superstar Jessica Mauboy and singer-songwriter John Williamson.
Air Niugini Year in Review
DVD release date: 2011
Our program looks at the milestones achieved by Air Niugini in 2011, and includes an exclusive interview with CEO Wasantha Kumarasiri as he comments on the airline’s progress and challenges, and previews plans for 2012.Then fly with us to Singapore to see the Orchid Society of Papua New Guinea’s prize-winning display at the 2011 World Orchid Show... proudly brought to you by Air Niugini!
Air Niugini Uniform Launch
DVD release date: 2010
2010 was a landmark year for Air Niugini. Our cameras capture the arrival of the new Q400, the launch of PNG’s first ever frequent flyer program and the arrival of Air Niugini’s second Boeing 767.
We also catch up with two of Air Niugini’s longest serving cabin crew members Esther Sapulai and Olga Apelis for a fascinating insight into their 35 years of service. We then witness the launch of Air Niugini’s new range of cabin crew uniforms and accessories brilliantly modeled by our very own cabin crew.
Destinations: Manus
DVD release date: 2011
Manus Province is comprised of a group of islands in the Bismarck Sea and is the northern-most point of Papua New Guinea.
During the Second World War the islands became the scene of bitter fighting. Over time the mangroves, ocean and tides have combined to restore peace.
Our DVD looks at life in Manus Province today as we go in search of rare and unique orchids and the endangered Manus green snail. Plus we visit Ahus Island and Sori Island – to experience their way of life and to witness a unique style of dancing and celebration.
Destinations: Singapore
DVD release date: 2012
Since 2008 the Orchid Society of Papua New Guinea with the support of Air Niugini had been preparing for the World Orchid Conference, held in Singapore in November 2011.
Our DVD tells the story of the Orchid Society’s prize-winning display at the Singapore Orchid Show in 2008 and of the journey of two Papua New Guinean orchid growers from remote parts of PNG to attend the show.
Plus we see how modern Singapore has blended parks and gardens in with high-rise buildings to create one of the world’s most livable cities.
Destinations: Karawari
DVD release date: 2011
Karawari Lodge stands majestically on a lone ridge amidst a vast expanse of dense tropical lowland rainforest. Down below is the Karawari River which leads to Yimas Lakes - the natural breeding ground and hothouse of Dendrobium Lasianthera, better known as the Sepik Blue orchid.
Our DVD tells the story of a visit by two guests from the Royal Thai Orchid Society to Karawari as they go in search of the Sepik Blue. An adventure not only documented by our video cameras but also by PNG’s leading still photographer Rocky Roe.
Destinations: Bensbach
DVD release date: 2011
Bensbach is located in the heart of the Tonda Wildlife Management Area in Western Province, Papua New Guinea - not far from the Indonesian border. The Tonda WMA is almost 600,000 hectares of pristine marine and coastal wetlands and it is the biggest protected land mass in Papua New Guinea.
During and after the wet season the wetlands and tributaries of the Bensbach River literally come alive with millions of birds and hundreds of different species of animals, plants, reptiles and fish. It is also home to the mighty barramundi, one of the world’s greatest freshwater fighting fish. Join us as we travel along the Bensbach River in what one guest described as “the last remaining fragment of the Garden of Eden”.
Destinations: Rabaul
DVD release date: 2011
Rabaul. Peaceful, idyllic, laid-back. It is hard to imagine that 70 years ago the sleepy volcano town was to become centre stage in the theatre of war in the Pacific. Our program looks at some of the history of those tumultuous times, much of which is still evident in Rabaul today.
Our host is Charlie Lynn, a former army major who served in Vietnam, Singapore and Malaysia during his 21 years of service.
In 1991 Charlie established Adventure Kokoda and began leading treks across the famous Kokoda Trail. Charlie has led over 60 expeditions across the Kokoda Trail over the past 20 years, but this is his first visit to Rabaul – a visit that gave him a greater understanding of the war in the Pacific and the origins of the Kokoda campaign.
Destinations: Milne Bay
DVD release date: 2011
The provincial capital of Milne Bay is Alotau, which in the local language means “Peaceful Bay”.
Alotau is the starting point of our Milne Bay adventure as presenter Justin Tkatchenko and his team set up base at Driftwood Resort overlooking the peaceful bay. From there our team visit East Cape, the eastern-most point of the Papua New Guinea mainland; then go island-hopping as we check out just a few of the 300 islands that make up Milne Bay Province. Samarai Island, Kwato Island, Deka Deka Island and Doini Island are all featured in our program.
Along the way we hook up to a few big fish, and learn more about the World War II history of Milne Bay, as well as the main tourist attractions of the province.
The Happy Gardener:
Mt Wilhelm
DVD release date: 2007
Welcome to nature’s theme park - Papua New Guinea. A country of over 8 million people and 800 different languages, PNG is a country rich in culture, plant life, bird life and some of the world’s most amazing scenery. Papua New Guinea is also home to some of the most exotic orchids on earth, many yet to be discovered.
In this DVD, The Happy Gardener team heads off to Simbu Province to learn about Papua New Guinea’s highest mountain Mt Wilhelm and to experience the unique hospitality at Betty’s Lodge before trekking to base camp at Lake Piunde.
The Happy Gardener: Simbu
DVD release date: 2007
Welcome to nature's theme park - Papua New Guinea. A country of over 8 million people and 800 different languages, PNG is a country rich in culture, plant life, bird life and some of the world's most amazing scenery. Papua New Guinea is also home to some of the most exotic orchids on earth, many yet to be discovered.
In this DVD, The Happy Gardener team visit Simbu Province to learn about unique cultures and traditions, visit some special places and meet some interesting people.
The Happy Gardener: Simbai
DVD release date: 2007
Welcome to nature’s theme park - Papua New Guinea. A country of over 8 million people and 800 different languages, PNG is a country rich in culture, plant life, bird life and some of the world’s most amazing scenery. Papua New Guinea is also home to some of the most exotic orchids on earth, many yet to be discovered.
One of the most remote of all places visited by The Happy Gardener team was Simbai, located in the highlands of Madang Province, near the borders of Western and Chimbu Provinces, where we witnessed a fascinating culture set among a visually stunning landscape.
Helen's Story
DVD release date: 2007
Helen Samilo was diagnosed as HIV+ in 1999. She overcame challenges and stigma to bravely share her story with others as senior counsellor with Anglicare Stop AIDS PNG.
ln 2007, working with producer Glenn Armstrong, Helen created an entirely new precedent by telling her story on EMTV, the national television service in Papua New Guinea.
Helen's Story commenced broadcast on EMTV on Sunday May 27, 2007 as a series of 6 minute episodes straight after the 6pm News.
The program had an enormous impact – getting people talking and discussing HIV, and encouraging other HIV positive people to come out and tell their story.
Through her program and this DVD, Helen helped remove the stigma associated with HIV/ AIDS and offered hope to thousands affected by HIV.
Supported by The United Nations Development Program (UNDP).