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With the theme: ‘Preserve, Promote and Safeguard our Cultural Heritage‘, the Nete Lyaim Cultural Festival will be staged once again this year in 2021. The people of Yalum are eager to welcome visitors back to their rural station, and are planning a range of activities for guests, including authentic traditional feasts and a cultural showcase.
Festival visitors will experience an adventurous two-day trek from the Mulitaka High School, just off the Highlands Highway in the Enga Province. Enjoy camping in the cool Highlands mountains in the company of the friendly Yalum people.
For further information, contact the Nete Lyaim Cultural Festival committee, email: nlculturalfestival333@gmail.
The Lagaip Sangai Festival returns in 2024 to Enga Province!
Particular to this part of Enga is the Sangai – a traditional initiation ritual for young Engan men involving sacred acts, songs and dances. Young male Engan adolescents retreat into the jungle for a week to undergo special initiation ceremonies to prepare them for a life away from their parents. After initiation they return to the village, and are welcomed by joyous dancing and feasting.
This will be a rare treat for event-goers to witness first-hand the sacred Sangai dances of Enga.
For bookings and further information, call +675 7136-7067
The Kiriwina Cultural Show is a week-long celebration of Trobriand Islands traditions, involving ‘sing sing’, dances and ritual performances.
The show’s activities will be based on the theme: ‘Restoring our Cultural Identity‘. Threats to traditional knowledge are ever-present, therefore the show’s main aim is to involve the participation of youths and the new generation of Trobriand Islanders to participate in the event so that they may remember and appreciate their customs.
Formerly known as the ‘Milamala Yam Festival‘, the event has evolved somewhat to include cultural performers from other surrounding island communities, apart from the Trobriands. However, guests can still expect to experience the unique yam rituals at the Kiriwina Cultural Show, as well as witness the fun-loving traditional ‘cricket dances’ and the famous Kiriwina circle dance called ‘wosi mwaya’.
Celebrate in the Trobriand Islands this July 2021. Enjoy the culture, the delicious island food and the friendly Trobriand Islands hospitality.
Transport and accommodation in Milne Bay can be arranged by the show organizers.
For bookings and further information, email: info@milnebay.travel
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The Siwai Cultural Show is a celebration of the unique cultural, historical and natural wonders of Siwai District, in the south of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville.
Organized by the Siwai South Bougainville Tourism Association, the cultural show also aims to showcase the variety of experiences on offer in Siwai and other parts of South Bougainville – from Kieta, Aropa, Buin and many more incredible places.
Guests attending the event, and arranging travel through the show organizers will be treated to an amazing three-hour driving tour from Buka Town through to Tinputz, Wakunai, Arawa, the Panguna Mines then into the Siwai District. Show visitors can stay at the comfortable Panakei Lodge next to the show grounds. As part of the event program, there is opportunity for guests to visit local communities and meet the friendly villagers.
For tours contact:
Bougainville Experience Tours: phone +675 73656050 email bougtours@hotmail.com
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12 Things You’ll Want to Experience in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville:
The Destination Sogeri Tourism Association proudly bring you the second annual Sogeri Pineapple Festival.
Join the Sogeri community for an exciting event in the cool and fertile hinterlands of the Central Province showcasing agriculture, tourism, culture, heritage, floriculture, sports, music and commerce.
The Sogeri Pineapple Festival is a two-day event filled with fun-filled activities for the whole family.
Activities and features to be showcased at the Sogeri Pineapple Festival include:
Sogeri is a 40-minute drive from our nation’s capital, Port Moresby. It is home to some well-known attractions like the Kokoda Track, Varirata National Park, Sirinumu Dam and more!
Ticket prices for the 2020 Sogeri Pineapple Festival are: K5.00 children | K10.00 adults | K25.00 family of four.
For updates like and follow the Sogeri Pineapple Festival Facebook page
The Bakovi Tribe of Talasea, West New Britain, invite you to join them in a cultural celebration promoting peace and unity in their community.
‘Wakasiri’ means to showcase, and this festival promises to be a unique cultural showcase exhibiting traditional dances and rituals of the Bola speaking people of Bakovi.
Discover the fascinating history of the Bakovi people who traveled from Madang thousands of years ago bringing with them beliefs and practices that are apparent in the names of many places in the Talasea area.
For further information, call Mr. Augustine Reu, +675 7138-2399.
Journey to Imonda Station in beautiful Sandaun Province to experience a rare cultural showcase – the 3rd annual Walsa Singsing Muruk Festival.
Celebrate with the communities of the Vanimo Green District as they welcome visitors with ‘singsings’, cultural rituals, arts, crafts and local cuisine.
The festival also celebrates the Sandaun Provincial Government Day featuring the presence of government officials.
Imonda Station is a 4-hours drive inland from Vanimo town. Accommodation is available in Vanimo and at the station. Transport will also be provided for guests. For further information and bookings contact the organizers listed.
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The Anniversary of the Montevideo Maru tragedy marks one of the most devastating World War Two events in Australia and Papua New Guinea’s history.
When Rabaul was lost to the WWII Japanese Axis Powers, the SS Montevideo Maru set sail for Hainan Island with over a thousand passengers on board. When it was torpedoed by an American submarine, 1,142 lives were lost: 1,054 Australian prisoners of war (178 non-commissioned officers, 667 soldiers and 209 civilians), as well as 88 Japanese crewmen.
Families of the Australian WWII POW’s who were on the Montevideo Maru will join residents in the township of Rabaul for a special commemoration service at the Montevideo Memorial Park.
Special memorial tours are also available from Rabaul Hotel.
For more information visit: www.facebook.com/RabaulAndMontevideoMaruSociety
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The ANZAC Day Dawn Service at the Bomana War Cemetery is Papua New Guinea’s biggest dedication service to honor the ANZACs and the local militia and civilians serving Allied Forces during the world wars.
The Bomana War Cemetery is located on the outskirts of Port Moresby – less than a half-hour drive from the capital’s main central business district.
The service begins at about 4:30 am. There will be ample security provided by the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary and the PNG Defence Force. Transport can be arranged through Kokoda Track and Port Moresby tour operators.
The Gunfire Breakfast is usually organised by the Australian High Commission of Port Moresby. The gunfire breakfast tickets must be obtained/purchased before the event and is arranged by the Australian Returned Services League Port Moresby Branch.
Papua New Guinea’s relationship with Australia and New Zealand extends to the colonial era, World War I and World War II. The most memorable being World War II, when numerous battles raged across PNG – from Kokoda Track to Rabaul. Many Papua New Guinean’s served as service men and women, as well as labourers assisting the allied forces, especially the legendary ANZACs – the Australian and New Zealand defense forces.
Although ANZAC Day is no longer a public holiday in PNG, special memorial services are still held every year on April 25th to commemorate the contribution of the ANZACs to our nations history.
For updates and further information Like and Follow the Australian Returned Services League Port Morebsy Branch on Facebook.
World War Two Australian soldiers in Wewak, East Sepik – 1945.
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