Our Journal
Journal
the stories
Our adventures told here. The highs, the lows and anything in between. Do you have a story worth sharing. Tell it here.
Pole to Pole: New Ireland
Another king tide could make it uninhabitable. And yet, the resolve of the people, their reluctance to leave, was both powerful and heartbreaking.
The Little Red Bus
Early mornings, he’d be on the move again. That red bus, loaded with heavy synthetic cricket mats, driving from one ground to another so...
The Three Teaboys
I hope we continue to recognise and appreciate people for their work, not their titles.
Meromero – The Little Boy and his House
Blessing does not rest on the building, it rests on the hands that feed, guide, and endure.
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...
Sir Dadi Toka – The Man Who Dared to Have a Go
Through persistence, courage, and time, he grew into a man who helped build a nation’s own.
One Toea Wisdom – A Game, A Memory, A Turning Point
This is a one toea coin. It once jingled in pockets all across Papua New Guinea before quietly disappearing from circulation sometime around 2004....
What’s Cooking with Hera Pala
She wasn’t simply good — she was trained, polished, and precise, the kind of home economist whose dishes carried both technique and heart.
The First Girl Guides
This photograph captures the first group of girls to join the Girl Guide movement in Papua in 1926, established by Mrs Chatterton. Four patrols...
The 3Ds – Lessons from a Soldier
Then he stood in front of us - upright, composed, hands clasped behind his back in that unmistakable military stance.
Taking Control of Your Destination
Every part of the bicycle is essential, but none can function alone.
Walk Upright With Unbroken Will
His disability did not stop him from living a useful, meaningful life. In fact, I had unknowingly witnessed that truth every morning on my...
How Hanuabada’s Sporting Past Lives On
Sometimes, when you look closely enough, you realise that history isn’t behind us at all, it’s still playing out, generation after generation.
Calm, Cool & a Pioneer of His Time
When the topic of insurance in Papua New Guinea comes up, one name always surfaces: Henry Kila.
Deep in my Heart
This day is not only about loss; it is about remembering a life shaped by care, service, and faith.
Now or Dohore – Snapping the Moment
Three Pacific carriers, side by side in motion, briefly sharing the same stretch of tarmac. It wasn’t planned. It wasn’t announced.
Seura Loa – For the Love of Cricket
His contribution over the span of three decades speaks volumes about his love and dedication to the game.
Endurance
Planning is one thing; execution is another. This project has been a true test of character, with progress feeling painstakingly slow at times.
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.
Black and White in Colour
Black and white photographs don't remove colour They invite patience.
Sir Anthony – He Saw It Coming
I had admired him long before I ever met him, for his role in politics, for his leadership at the Commonwealth Secretariat, for his...
When Craft Becomes Connection
A puse-puse becomes more than a bag. It becomes proof that when women are supported through culture, the impact travels far beyond the village.
Two Brothers, One Discipline
It is the story of two brothers, different in temperament, different in style - yet bound by something far stronger than talent.
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 Forgotten Men of the Vaiviri
This is the story of two such men, whispered more than written, remembered by villagers long after the newspapers stopped printing their stories.
Pottery with Purpose
If you asked what a particular pot was for, they didn’t just explain its use, they told you its purpose and where it sat...
Dubu: Platform v Church
Why did our ancestors call it “dubu,” and how did that same word come to mean “church”?
The Flag on the Wall
Every September, like clockwork, my father would bring home a brand-new Papua New Guinea flag. Without fail, he’d pin it on the wall at...
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...
Thongs, Woolworths, and a PNG Business Woman
From its people to its place in our national story, it holds a special place in my memory.
The City that Moved to the Rhythm of a Clock
There was a time when the city moved to the rhythm of a clock. Literally.
Moana 2 Rekindles the Edai Siabo Story
The similarities between Disney’s Moana 2 and the legend of Edai Siabo, a significant cultural tale from Papua New Guinea, lie in their shared...
Oala Reva the Jeweller
One day an Australian woman, Patricia Bryant, saw his work at a local show and recognised his talent. She acted on it.
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...
From Hanua to Havard
One week we're in Hanuabada Village doing some shots for a client. The next week we're on the plane again and this time we...
The Barefoot Legends – Papua Schoolboys
We want to know the name of each of these players and using the power of social media, we are asking our followers if...
From the Lens of Lafforgue
There is something about Eric's work that will make you feel proud to be a Papua New Guinean. All pics credited to Eric Lafforgue.
Ads – Old is Gold
Old Advertisements are interesting and entertaining so we're going to take you back and preview some of the ads that hit the local papers....
11 Beautiful Photos With Love from Sheraton
We spent a week in Fiji and here are 11 beautiful pics that might persuade you to make it your next holiday destination.
Groundbreaking Partnership – Rovers and Vipers
Hull KR have announced a ground breaking, development partnership with the Port Moresby Vipers RLFC.
Flying High on Fiji Airways
From the warm welcome to the comfortable seating, smooth takeoff and landing, it was truly exceptional experience.
NAC and PNGTPA Forge Partnership to Promote Tourism
A collaboration in marketing and promoting Papua New Guinea's tourism potential both domestically and internationally.
Santos Launches Global Support Centre
Santos is pleased to announce the establishment of its new Global Support Centre in PNG, providing a new avenue for leveraging local talent and...
Why Financial Literacy is Important
10 reasons why financial literacy is important for us, our family and the community.
Qantas Launches SYD-POM Flights
The Flying Kangaroo has resumed direct flights between Sydney and Port Moresby, after a 50-year hiatus.
The Hiri Event in Numbers
Revisiting the event through the numbers and the way forward from here.
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,...
2024 Hiri Moale Festival
The 2024 Hiri Moale Festival is currently in progress. Get our live updates here. The Vanagi Race and Lakatoi arrival at Ela Beach.
The First Lakatoi
The idea, the people, the process and the customary and social sacredness involved. The lengths they go through for the sake of survival.
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...
Hiri Karana
A piece written about the Hiri Trade by Pastor Reatau Mea. It was written in 1953 in a newsletter to his congregation.
Kiapa Kulture
A lot has been said about the Bilum and how it has been culturally "misappropriated".
From the White Sand Village
In the 1980s, the DCA team, made up of players from Porebada, captured the hearts of fans at the Lloyd Robson oval in Port...
