Category:Places
POM Suburb Names – What do they mean?
Unlike the street in Port Moresby's central business district, named after many prominent people of the colonial era, the suburbs have more local and...
Port Moresby Names – The Stories We Walk On
If you pause long enough to look past the modern traffic and the concrete, you’ll find something older beneath the surface: meaning. Quiet, enduring...
Munidubu
It was a bustling hub for government offices and business houses, and Munidubu Street played a key role as a center for commercial activity.
Variarata — Where Conservation Took Root
Locals, however, have always known it by its traditional name. And that name, Variarata, tells a story not just of place, but of foresight.
The Bowser on Boe Vagi Road
Just off to the side was what we kids called the bowser, or in our own way, baosa. To us, it was a place of...
The Height of Era
This development stands out: its aesthetics, comfort, luxury, and the stunning views of the harbour. But to me personally, there's another special reason why...
A Trip to Villa Karai
Villa Karai Resort If you are looking for a peaceful weekend out of Port Moresby, Villa Karai is the perfect spot. Just over an...
When Port Moresby Had a Sea Park
Back in the early 1980's, Port Moresby residents and visitors alike were quite fortunate to have a number of recreational facilities. There were cinemas,...
The Abandoned Village at 3 Mile Hill
Many of you may have come across a street called Kourabada Street in Badili. Its roots go back to Hubert Murray Highway or three...
