The first Papua New Guinea Defence Force Ceremonial Shed and Band Hut have been opened at Murray Barracks, Port Moresby. The project was completed by the PNGDF and Australian Defence Force – an ongoing demonstration of the enduring partnership between PNG and Australia. The Ceremonial Shed provides a dedicated all-weather space for PNGDF Ceremonial Company personnel to meet and train. The Band Hut also provides an administration area and storage space for important band material, including instr

Communities along Port Moresby’s coastline have continued to drive the Plastic and Coastal Cleanup Program since its launch in June at Ela Beach. For the past three to four months, residents from multiple coastal villages and settlements have been organising regular cleanup activities, reaffirming their commitment to the global theme of “Ending Plastic Pollution.” The program, introduced by the National Capital District Commission (NCDC), empowers communities to take ownership of their environme