26th APRIL 2025 

🎨 The Vision City SME Fair returns to Port Moresby!

Come along and support Papua New Guinean SME’s selling and promoting a wonderful range of arts, crafts, products and services.

Located on the grounds of the city’s popular mega mall – Vision City, the Fair provides an interesting interval for shoppers with easy access from the outside parking lot.

Enjoy live entertainment, local cuisine and friendly conversations with the local SME community.

 

For further information, contact POM City Markets Pascoe Promotions, email: mariem@pascoegroup.com or call +675 7906-5091

1ST TO 3RD NOVEMBER, 2025

🪶 The Kenu and Kundu Festival returns to Alotau, 1st – 3rd of November, 2025, Milne Bay Province.

Traditional canoes and Kundu drums are significant symbols of communication and trade to the people of Milne Bay.

The Canoe and the Kundu are widely used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.  They are meticulously crafted from special woods under strict customs to derive the best results.

The Kenu and Kundu Festival was first held in Milne Bay in 2003.  The canoes that are used in the festival are crafted in the same way that the canoes were crafted many years ago by the ancestors of the Milne Bay people.

The colours and patterns reflect the tribe and the area the canoe comes from. The canoes and traditional dancing groups come from all over the Milne Bay province, including some parts of the Papuan Region and other areas of the country – creating a rich variety of performances.

Prizes are given to winning groups and the canoes are assembled a day earlier at Wagawaga village, to form a convoy before sailing to Alotau for the official opening ceremony.

Other activities include:

 

For further information, contact the Milne Bay Tourism Bureau, email: mkunuyobu86@gmail.com or call +675 641-1503 / +675 +675 7925-6320

 

9TH TO 11TH APRIL, 2025

🪶 The Bundi Komba Festival is an annual cultural event hosted by the Kumura Foundation – a local charity organisation founded by Vincent Kumura, a proud Bundi local from Madang Province.

The annual festival promotes and strengthens the cultural traditions of the Bundi people living in the furthermost interior of Madang.  Some fascinating cultural performances include the Bundi Burning Head Dancers, and other dances from the villages of Emigari, Kaima Miri and more.

Sponsorship funding from the festival is used to support health outreach, medical supplies and build local infrastructure for local villages in the Bundi area.

The Bundi Komba festival promotes local traditional knowledge, especially local cuisine, celebrating highly valued traditional crops like the ‘komba’ or marita fruit, as well as an abundance of unique plant-life from the area.

Attending the festival is challenging yet rewarding, and involves taking a 4WD from either Madang or Simbu, crossing difficult terrain, then trekking through remote jungles.  An above average level of fitness is required for the journey.  Despite the difficulty in getting there, experiencing the festival, however, is a remarkable once-in-a-lifetime achievement.  Guests will always travel in the company of the Kumura Foundation team, especially the founder, Vincent Kumura.

 

For further information contact, email: kumurafoundation@gmail.com 

 

10th – 16th August, 2024

Papua New Guinea is a country of diversity. Over 800 languages, home to the third largest rainforest in the world. It has more than 20,000 plant species, 800 species of coral, 600 species of fish and 750 species of birds.

It is the country of the unexpected.

PNG Trekking Adventures invites you to attend the inaugural Mt Wilhelm Cultural Show.  Experience a showcase of some of the best of Papua New Guinea’s Highlands cultural diversity, the beautiful birds and amazing plant life.

The Mount Wilhelm show is not open to a cast of 1000s as it will be an intimate experience limited to 18 guests only.

From $AUD 3500.00 per person

 

For more information and full itinerary:
Email: info@pngtrekkingadventures.com
WhatsApp: +67576866171

22nd September 2024 

Sunday Vibes Markets in Port Moresby is the perfect occasion for market enthusiasts who love Papua New Guinea arts and crafts.
Make your Sunday in our nation’s capital an unforgettable one with great craft finds – there’s sure to be something for everyone!
Come join the POM City Markets team for a day filled with fun, flavors, friendly faces and fantastic finds!
📍 Food Republic carpark, Port Moresby
🗓 22nd September 2024
⏰ 8am to 5pm
FREE ENTRY.
Free face painting.
Live entertainment.
For more information, contact: POM City Markets Pascoe Promotions, email mariem@pascoegroup.com or call +675 7906 5091

27th September 2024

The PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA) is a national agency mandated by the Government of Papua New Guinea to market and promote Papua New Guinea as an ideal travel destination.  As a member of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the PNGTPA always holds a special observance for World Tourism Day every 27th of September.   On this special day, the PNGTPA joins in the global tourism celebrations with other members of the UNWTO.

World Tourism Day highlights the important role of tourism in building resilient national economies and empowering local communities, especially encouraging sustainable tourism through equal participation and involvement in tourism businesses and activities consistent with the United Nation’s sustainable development goals.   The PNGTPA has also developed a Tourism Sector Development Plan to guide the the organization in developing tourism in the country – this plans aligns with the national economic development plans, as well as global and regional plans involving the tourism sector.

This 2024 World Tourism Day theme focuses on: Tourism and Peace.  The PNGTPA will be hosting a World Tourism Day Conference for invited members of the tourism industry at the APEC Haus, Port Moresby, 27th September 2024.  The conference will also be an online event – livestreaming via the PNGTPA Facebook and YouTube pagesClick here for more event details.

📥 Download the World Tourism Day Conference Program, click. 👈 

 

This 2024’s World Tourism Day theme is, ‘Tourism and Peace’.

World Tourism Day 2024

Find out how you can be a part of World Tourism Day with the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority, email: ppd@papuanewguinea.travel  

 

Watch our 2019 World Tourism Day video (click below):

🎞️ 2019 World Tourism Day with the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority

 

3RD TO 6TH APRIL, 2025 

🪶 The 2025 Hiri Moale Festival will take place from April 3rd to 6th in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea’s capital.

This iconic festival celebrates the historic Hiri trading voyages of the seafaring Motuans of Central Province, who journeyed to the Gulf Province aboard the lakatoi—a large, multi-hulled sailing canoe. These voyages saw the Motuans trading their clay pots for sago and other traditional goods with the Gulf people. Despite the challenges of dangerous storms and rough seas, these trading journeys forged enduring friendships and lineal ties, a legacy still evident today through the Hiri Motu language.

The festival is a vibrant celebration of Motuan culture, featuring traditional songs, dances, and rituals that reflect the Hiri trade’s significance. It also honors the cultural connections between the Motuans and their historical trading partners, including the Gulf, Mekeo, Hula, and Koiari communities.

Festival Highlights in Port Moresby 

  • Thursday, April 3rd
    • Gulf Province Ceremony
    • Float Parade and Motorcade
  • Friday, April 4th (APEC Haus, Ela Beach – Invited Guests Only)
    • Sponsors Night
    • Hanenamo Second Judging Event
  • Saturday, April 5th (Era Kone, Ela Beach – Open to Public)
    • Trukai Vanagi Race
    • Asiasi Race
    • Cultural Performances
    • Arrival of the Hiri Lakatoi
  • Sunday, April 6th (Sir Hubert Murray Stadium – Open to Public, Free Entry)
    • Cultural Performances
    • Crowning of the 2025 Hiri Hanenamo

A key attraction of the festival is the Hiri Hanenamo contest, where young Motuan women compete for the title of “Hiri Queen.” Contestants are judged on their knowledge and display of traditional Motuan culture, highlighting the importance of preserving heritage.

The Hiri Moale Festival is a vibrant celebration of resilience, culture, and unity, offering visitors an opportunity to experience Papua New Guinea’s rich traditions and history.

 

🧭 First-timers Guide to the Hiri Moale Festival, What to Expect? | Click🔗 

 

2025 Hiri Moale Program, April 3rd to 6th

2025 Hiri Moale Program, April 3rd to 6th 

11TH TO 20TH APRIL, 2025 

🎣 Experience Premier Game Fishing in PNG

Join the New Britain Game Fishing Club for the 48th GFA PNG National Game Fishing Titles, Papua New Guinea’s premier fishing event, set against the stunning backdrop of East New Britain’s waters. This nine-day fishing extravaganza coincides with the Easter Long Weekend, offering anglers and enthusiasts an unparalleled experience.

Event Highlights

Why Attend?

The National Titles rotate annually between Port Moresby, Lae, Rabaul, and Madang, bringing together local and international anglers. This year, East New Britain’s renowned fishing grounds and warm hospitality promise an unforgettable experience for participants and spectators alike.

Registration, Airfare & Accommodation Specials

Secure your spot in this prestigious event and take advantage of the Accommodation and Airfare Specials, click: 2025 GFA PNG National Game Fishing in East New Britain 

Host Venues

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Papua New Guinea’s most anticipated game fishing event. Whether you’re competing or cheering from the sidelines, the 48th GFA PNG National Game Fishing Titles promises excitement, competition, and camaraderie.

🔗 Learn more & register: nbgfcpng.com/titles-2025

25TH APRIL 2025  

🎖️ Join the residents of Rabaul in East New Britain Province to commemorate the ANZAC heroes that served during the Battle of Rabaul, World War II New Guinea Campaign.

The event is supported by the Rabaul Historical Society in partnership with the Australian High Commission and New Zealand High Commission in Port Moresby.

The dawn service usually begins at 0500 hours at the RSL Cenotaph along Mango Avenue in Rabaul Town.  Accommodation, Tours, Transport and tickets to the Gunfire Breakfast can be arranged through The Rabaul Hotel.

The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZACs) and the residents of Rabaul endured a devastating defeat from Japanese forces during the Battle of Rabaul. The tragic stories are still remembered and retold through the war monuments, relics, museums, including former residents and descendants of those that lived through the terrible war that ravaged one of Papua New Guinea’s most beloved towns.

Although ANZAC Day is no longer a recognized public holiday in PNG, special memorial services are still held every year on April 25th to commemorate the contribution of the ANZACs to Papua New Guinea’s history.

25TH APRIL 2025

🎖️ 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

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