Pope Francis has passed a decree on 1 April 2025 which enables Papua New Guinea to get its first saint. The late Peter To Rot from East New Britain is to be canonised, making him the first Melanesian saint. The ABC’s Pacific Beat interviewed the Archbishop of Rabaul, Rochus Tatamaj, who explained that the sainthood is important ...

Help wanted for compilation of book material – Grateful for copies of photographs and words on personal recollections of working in one of the Government agencies that have over the past few decades morphed into today’s PNG State Owned Enterprises. This would include PTC (now Telikom, Post PNG & DataCo), Elcom (now PNG Power), Water ...

Prime Minister James Marape today extended is warmest wishes to the government and people of Australia on Australia Day, January 26, 2025, reflecting on the enduring relationship between Papua New Guinea and its longstanding partner in the region. ‘As Papua New Guinea celebrates 50 years of independence this year, we pause to acknowledge Australia’s historic role ...

The PNGAA is delighted to hear the results from the nine students it supported again last year. PNGAA congratulates all six students from Anguganak High School who have worked diligently and been accepted into Year 11, with three from Oksapmin High who are moving on to Year 10. We especially congratulate Sheppelle Hapika who has had a ...

On 16 September 1975, the nation of Papua New Guinea achieved its independence from Australia. The Papua New Guinea Association of Australia (PNGAA) looks forward to sharing this special 50th anniversary of independence year with you. We wish to share events for you to enjoy, along with your stories, your news and your photos – hilarious, heartwarming, ...

Dr. Brent Glass, former Director of the National Museum of American History and senior advisor to the Smithsonian Institute, made a special visit to the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA) in September 2024 and discussed the importance of promoting historical literacy and public memory in Papua New Guinea. Dr. Glass is a prominent figure ...