What’s Happening Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG)  are moving forward with a mutual defence agreement  that would commit both nations to come to each other’s aid if either is attacked  — similar in spirit to other defence alliances. The pact, often referred to as the Pukpuk Treaty , is designed to deepen security cooperation  between the two neighbours, covering areas like military integration, joint training and expanded interoperability. 📜 Timeline & Status September 2

This article from The Guardian  explores how tourism is offering a different perspective on Papua New Guinea’s Highlands, a region often defined by poverty and tribal conflict. Key Highlights: Ambua Lodge (Hela Province):  Located in one of PNG’s most volatile regions, this lodge has operated successfully for four decades. Despite the province's reputation for tribal fighting—which has intensified recently due to modern weaponry—the lodge remains a safe haven for internationa

On Independence Day 16 September 2025, Jan Hasselberg's 'Piksa Bilong Taim Bipo' exhibition was opened at the National Museum and Art Gallery (NMAG) in Port Moresby. More than 200 historical photographs taken between 1875 and 1940 from all parts of PNG (a few from the highlands are post-WWII) will be on display for a few months. The exhibition was organised on the invitation of Mr. Steven Enomb Kilanda, Director of the National Cultural Commission. Mr Alois Kuaso, Acting Di

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Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has welcomed the arrival of Air Niugini’s brand-new Airbus A220, declaring it a proud moment for Papua...

Air Niugini's female pilot Captain Beverly Pakii successfully delivered the new Airbus PX50 A220 from Canada to Papua New Guinea with...

A new Australian expedition company is set to offer an alternative approach to exploring Papua New Guinea, with plans to launch five...

Papua New Guinea is one of the most culturally diverse lands on Earth, and its independence from Australia in 1975 came against all odds....

Revisiting one of the most extraordinary political transitions in history – and the people who made it happen. PNG Road to...

PNGAA is delighted that His Excellency John Kali CMG OBE, PNG High Commissioner to Australia, and his delightful wife, are visiting...

As Papua New Guinea approaches 2025, the year marking 50 years of independence, Prime Minister Hon. James Marape issued a heartfelt...

1883: HM Chester, Queensland Government Agent on Thursday Island, raised the Union Jack near present-day Port Moresby and annexed, on...

Help wanted for compilation of book material – Grateful for copies of photographs and words on personal recollections of working in one...

The 74TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Papua New Guinea Association of Australia Incorporated will be held in Sydney on Sunday 27 April...

The PNGAA is delighted to hear the results from the nine students it supported again last year.PNGAA congratulates all six students from...

The PNGAA is delighted to hear the results from the nine students it supported again last year.PNGAA congratulates all six students from...

On 16 September 1975, the nation of Papua New Guinea achieved its independence from Australia.The Papua New Guinea Association of...

Dr. Brent Glass, former Director of the National Museum of American History and senior advisor to the Smithsonian Institute, made a...