History
Explore the remarkable journey of Papua New Guinea from ancient civilizations to independence and beyond. Discover the stories, milestones, and people who shaped our nation’s path to becoming the proud, sovereign country we celebrate today.

50 Years of Independence: A Journey Worth Celebrating
As Papua New Guinea approaches its 50th Independence Anniversary on…

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11 Jun 2025 • 2mins

1977: Democracy Takes Root During Our First Parliamentary Elections
Two years after independence, Papua New Guinea held its first…

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11 Jun 2025 • 2mins

2009: PNG LNG Gets the Green Light
In 2009, Papua New Guinea received approval for the transformative…

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11 Jun 2025 • 3mins

2011: Celebrating Our Stories With The First Crocodile Prize
The inaugural Crocodile Prize in 2011 created a platform for…

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29 Jan 2025 • 6mins

2014: PNG’s Commonwealth Games Triumph
PNG's weightlifting team delivered a stunning performance at the 2014…

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29 Jan 2025 • 3mins

2017: John Ribat Becomes the Pacific’s First Cardinal
Archbishop John Ribat's elevation to Cardinal by Pope Francis in…

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29 Jan 2025 • 2mins

2023: Ansolom Nakikus Conquers Atlanta
Ansolom Nakikus's "Band of The Year" award in Atlanta, Georgia,…

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29 Jan 2025 • 2mins