The Port Moresby Nature Park has recently graduated three students from the University of Goroka with certificates after a six week work experience placement program. The program is part of their final year of studies.
Papua New Guinea’s only combined botanical and zoological parks and gardens dedicated to promotion of PNG’s flora and fauna, Port Moresby Nature Park, is a strong supporter of practical workplace experience programs.
Students Leroy Wilson, Wendy Tom, and Elizah Agope all completing their undergraduate Tourism and Hospitality Degree this year were selected to complete their work experience at PNG’s leading botanical, zoological and culture attraction.
Mr Wilson, said “We were surprised at what Nature Park had to offer to us in terms of knowledge, not only in tourism but also in developing our knowledge in conservation of our environment and culture and its importance in eco-tourism.”
Whilst commending on the professional management of the park and the great facilities it has, Wilson thanked the management for allowing and giving them the opportunity to broaden their knowledge of the industry.
During the industry training the UOG students spent time in some of the parks key departments including Marketing, Education, Wildlife and Guest Relations.
The Nature Park’s General Manager Michelle Lee McGeorge said, “As the leading facility of its kind in the country, the Nature Park must be committed to student training and development and we are happy to continue our partnership with the University of Goroka and look forward to further students attending training here.”
McGeorge also thanked the students for their enthusiasm and commitment to learn whilst at the Nature Park and wished them well in their future endeavours.
The Port Moresby Nature Park is also considered to be a stakeholder of the tourism in the country, and holds relationships with several major universities and training institutes enabling students to gain an insight into a highly dynamic and fast-paced organisation that not only supports the tourism industry but also serves education, conservation and recreational sector needs.
