Journalists, reporters and media practitioners have been urged to use the industry's revised Code of Ethics to guide their conduct during the 2017 General Election.

The Media Council has described as unacceptable recent harassment and violence targeting media personnel covering Papua New Guinea's 2017 General Election.

Challenges remain for Papua New Guinea's media industry despite an improved ranking of 51 in the 2017 World Press Freedom Index released by Reporters Without Borders.

Papua New Guinea's founding Prime Minister Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare will be the guest speaker at the next NBC National Press Club - Speaker Series.

The Media Council of Papua New Guinea has expressed sadness at the passing of veteran radio broadcaster Roger Hau'ofa.

The Opposition Leader Honourable Don Polye will present at the next NBC National Press Club event.