Schools throughoutthe country will be vying to designthe 2015 Pacific Games Mascot.
The 1991 Pacific Games mascot was a cuscus. The animal was known to be of significant importance. It was well represented, giving a taste ofthe unique cultural diversity andthe environment unique tPNG.
This year,the task is now mandated to students’ The 2015 Pacific Games Mascot competition, offers students’a unique opportunity to get involved and create a lasting legacy.
The mascot must symbolizethe spirit ofthe games and be fun, friendy, enthusiastic and community-minded. The competition is an opportunity for schools to be part ofthe Games.
The mascot must reflecPNG’s lifestyle to be remembered. It’should also reflect happiness, hospitality, and readiness to care and share.
There was excitement amongstthe Port MoresbyInternational and Wardstrip Primary school students’who attendedthe mascot competition launching on Thursday.
The winner ofthe competition will have K10, 000 which will be for the school and have a chance to welcomethe mascot duringthe launch in February 2014.
The competition kicked off yesterday and will close on Fridaythe 8th of Novermber, 2013.