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Welcome
Welcome to BSP’s Guide to Port Moresby,
designed to provide you with “real” local insight
into living and working in PNG.
BSP is the largest bank in Papua New Guinea
(55% market share) and a leader in the South
Pacific with branches in the Solomon Islands, Fiji
and Niue. We understand what’s important for
you to know to be successful in PNG, and how
to manage and enjoy both your business and
private lives.
PNG has enjoyed an extended period
of political and economic stability. As a
commodity-based economy, PNG has had
several years of prosperous growth due to
strong demand and strong prices for minerals,
petroleum, gas and agricultural products.
The recent Global Financial Crisis has had
an impact, but in reality only minor, as most
commodity prices fell only to five years historic
averages.
With enormous natural wealth PNG is a land of
infinite potential. The planned LNG Project(s)
add a new dimension to the infrastructure
needs of the country and the PNG Government
is in the process of launching an enormous
infrastructure upgrade programme which will
create business opportunities in construction,
resources, transport, capital goods and general
support service industries.
PNG needs professional, transparent and wellmanaged companies to support these initiatives.
Plan for the best.
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We look forward to assisting you in making the
most of the many opportunities offered by this
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Contents
This is Papua New Guinea.................................. 5
Fast facts.........................................................6 & 7
More than any other
country, there is a diverse
set of experiences awaiting
those who come to PNG.
Bsp branches in Port Moresby plus full
details of our products and services.. 46 & 47
About BSP............................................................ 8
Merchant services......................................48 & 49
Entry into Port Moresby.................................... 10
Investment loans................................................ 50
Arriving in Port Moresby................................... 11
Your banking...................................................... 51
Getting to and around Port Moresby.............. 12
Personal and motor vehicle loans.................... 51
Top ten things to do in Port Moresby......13 & 14
Transaction accounts......................................... 52
Recommendation to incoming expats............ 15
Saving accounts.........................................52 & 53
Money and valuables........................................ 16
ATM/branch locations...............................54 & 55
Health................................................................. 17
Family and education........................................ 18
Directory
Communications................................................ 19
Key services/lifestyle............ 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61
Electricity............................................................ 20
BSP branches..................................................... 62
Shopping............................................................ 21
Accommodation................................................ 22
Dining and entertainment.........................23 & 24
Entertainment............................................25 & 26
Services and activities......... 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32
History of the nation’s capital.....................33
Land and people............................................... 34
PNG’s culture..................................................... 35
History of the nation’s capital........................... 36
Climate............................................................... 36
Local travel......................................................... 37
Local laws........................................................... 37
Local customs.................................................... 38
Experiencing Port Moresby
and Png.................................. 40, 41, 42, 43
Exploring Port Moresby and
surrounds....................................................43 & 44
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This is Papua
New Guinea
Located in the South Pacific,
Papua New Guinea will
surprise you. Comprising a
group of islands including
the eastern half of the island
of New Guinea between the
Coral Sea and the South
Pacific Ocean and scattered
over a total of 462,840 sq
km, PNG is slightly larger
than the State of California.
Since independence in
1975, Papua New Guineans
have experienced certain
challenges.
Now, however, life
has begun to improve
significantly and the world is
seeing Papua New Guinea
A Sing Sing dancer displays
easy artistry at a cultural
event, a diver is transfixed
by an untouched reef, a
surfer finds the perfect
break, a hiker rubs his eyes
trying to cope with the lush
beauty of perfect green
fjords, a tourist is charmed
by an unexpected act of
kindness by a local – all
of these things are part of
a day in PNG. This is a
destination that rises far
above a typical South Pacific
tropical destination by virtue
of its diversity of its culture,
scenery and people.
as an area of interest for
investment and tourism.
As a result, the economy is
responding.
Visitors will find an
interesting people who are
open and friendly, with a
sense of humour and irony.
With more exposure to
education and technology
Papua New Guineans are
determined to improve
their living standards. There
are social, economic and
cultural changes under way.
To live and work in PNG
is to discover the warmth
and vast potential of a
fascinating country and its
people.
PNG has a total coastline of
5,152 kms, so it does offer
many beaches – but it has
so much more. Renowned
for its sailing, diving and
fishing, this is a country that
does offer an escape from
modern life. And it’s all
wrapped up in a rich and
intriguing culture you’ll find
nowhere else.
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Fast facts
Country name
Location
Conventional long form: Independent State of Papua New Guinea
Conventional short form: Papua New Guinea
Local short form: Papuaniugini
Former: Territory of Papua and New Guinea
Abbreviation: PNG
Oceania, group of islands including the eastern half of the island of New Guinea
between the Coral Sea and the South Pacific Ocean, east of Indonesia being 6 00 S,
and 147 00 E
Area
PNG covers a total area of 462,840 sq km, of which 452,860 sq km is land and 9,980 sq
km is water. Thus making it slightly larger than the State of California. Its total coast
line is 5,152 km
Languages
The three official languages are English, Tok Pisin and Motu; there are approximately
860 other languages
Geography
Its terrain is mostly mountains with coastal lowlands and rolling foothills.
Highest point
Mount Wilhelm 4,509 m
Lowest point
Pacific Ocean 0 m
Climate
Apart from the cooler Highlands the weather throughout PNG is considered tropical;
Northwest monsoon (December to March), Southeast monsoon (May to October); with
slight seasonal temperature variation. The wet season for the capital city, Port Moresby
is usually from December to April.
Religions
Roman Catholic 27%, Evangelical Lutheran 19.5%, United Church 11.5%, Seventh-Day
Adventist 10%, Pentecostal 8.6%, Evangelical Alliance 5.2%, Anglican 3.2%, Baptist
2.5%, other Protestant 8.9%, Bahai 0.3%, indigenous beliefs and other 3.3% (2000
census)
Independence
16 September 1975 (from the Australian-administered UN trusteeship)
Government type
Constitutional parliamentary democracy and a Commonwealth realm.
Administrative
government divisions
20 provinces; Bougainville (autonomous region), Central, Chimbu, Eastern Highlands,
East New Britain, East Sepik, Enga, Gulf, Madang, Manus, Milne Bay, Morobe, National
Capital, New Ireland, Northern, Sandaun, Southern Highlands, Western, Western
Highlands, West New Britain
Economy
Papua New Guinea is richly endowed with natural resources, but utilisation has been
hampered by the rugged terrain and the cost of infrastructure. Agriculture (coffee,
cocoa and copra) provides a subsistence livelihood for the bulk of the population
(about 75% of PNG’s population). Mineral deposits including oil, copper and gold
account for the majority of export earnings.
Currency
kina (PGK)
Natural resources
Its natural resources are gold, copper, silver, natural gas, timber, oil and fisheries.
Main exports
Gold, petroleum, copper, palm oil, cocoa, coffee, copra oil and logs
Main imports
Machinery and transport equipment, food and fuels
Main trade partners
Australia, Singapore, Japan, China and USA
Internet
Internet domain – pre-paid wireless internet access cards available at selected hotels,
clubs, shops, apartments and compounds in PNG/ADSL
Telephone
International country code: 675
Post
Available through Post PNG Ltd. There is no door-to-door delivery service, but post
office boxes are available for rental.
Media: PNG
Capital city
Port Moresby
Main cities
Port Moresby, Lae, Mt Hagen
Time zone
PNG has a single time zone and is on the same time as Brisbane, Australia which is 10
(Ten) hours ahead of UTC/GMT. There is no daylight saving.
Population
6,057,263 ( 2009 est.)
Media: English - Language
There are two major newspapers produced in English in Port Moresby: Post Courier
and The National available weekdays (Monday to Friday). Wantok is printed in Tok
Pisin and published once a week.
People - Nationality
noun: Papua New Guinean(s) adjective: Papua New Guinean
Radio: NBC-PNG National Broadcasting Commission
PNG people
There are many myths and stories that abound about PNG and its people. What
you will discover is that PNG is an ideal destination for business, and it does help to
understand its people and way of life. There are more languages spoken in PNG than
in any other country in the world.
Age structure
Literacy
Ethnic groups
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Nau FM (96.5FM) Port Moresby with nationwide transmitters, broadcasting in English,
aimed at younger audience radio Kalang FM, National radio, operated by NBC-PNG
Yumi FM. Based in Port Moresby with nationwide transmitters, broadcasting in Tok
Pisin, aimed at older audience
FM100. Based in Port Moresby.
0-14 years: 36.9% (male 1,137,796/female 1,099,365)
15-64 years: 59% (male 1,836,272/female 1,735,298)
65 years and over: 4.1% (male 114,789/female 133,743) (2009 est.)
Definition: age 15 and over can read and write
Total population: 57.3%
Male: 63.4%
Female: 50.9% (2000 census)
Melanesian, Papuan, Micronesian, Polynesian
Television: EMTV & Kundu 2
Port Moresby based Hitron & Channel 8 Pay TV services
Electricity
240 volts AC 50 Hz
Video/TV
PAL system in use
Clothing:
What to wear
Tropical, lightweight clothing and cottons are recommended. In the Highlands, warmer
clothes are needed. Rainwear is advised for the monsoon season (December to March).
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About BSP
your bank
BSP has a long and proud history as the South Pacific’s own bank, a name the region has
come to know and trust. With a real knowledge of the Pacific, BSP is committed to growth.
When the bank opened its doors for business in 1957, it was as a branch of the National
Bank of Australasia Limited. In 1974 the company was incorporated as Bank of South
Pacific Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Australian parent. The Bank’s major
expansion came in 2002, when it saw the opportunity to acquire Papua New Guinea
Banking Corporation (PNGBC). The bank changed its name to Bank of South Pacific
Limited and has grown to become the largest banking network in Papua New Guinea. In
2003 the company’s shares were listed on the Port Moresby Stock Exchange.
With assets of over K9 billion, the company proudly lists in excess of 5,300 shareholders
with investments of over K3.2 billion. In April 2009, the bank launched a major rebranding
programme and is now known throughout the region as BSP... your Bank. “BSP is creating
a truly meaningful Pacific banking franchise which can be more than competitive with
our Australian counterparts and the bank has a true long term commitment to the
development of the Pacific region,” says BSP’s Company Chairman, Mr Noreo Beangke.
Your new PIN
number is at
your fingertips
Banks are an essential service to the community. BSP believes we have a
responsibility to make our services accessible to everyone throughout the Pacific.
Foreign exchange
BSP deals foreign exchange with many of the major mining companies in PNG including,
Exxon Mobil, Ok Tedi, OilSearch, Barrick Gold and Lihir Gold. BSP also has over 55 percent
market share of deposits in PNG including many multinational companies plus all the
major PNG corporations.
NOW you can
change your
PIN number.
Banking on the future of the South Pacific
BSP Head Office,
Port Moresby
Also use your BSP ATM for:
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The iconic BSP building is an architectural landmark in PNG, designed by James Birrell, famous for
designing buildings of exceptional quality, inventiveness and appropriateness to their locale.
Telikom PNG Rait
Prepaid Phone
and Xcess Top-up
www.bsp.com.pg
24 hour/7 days
Port Moresby Branch,
Waigani Branch, Boroko
Branch & Lae Top Town
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Murdifications BSP 100310 01A
Mobile Phone Top-up
with Digicel and
Be Mobile
Entry into Port Moresby
Entry and exit requirements
Entry into PNG by all foreign visitors requires a
visa. Tourists can apply for a tourist visa which can
be obtained on entry providing the intended stay
is no longer than 60 days for nationals of selected
countries.
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Visa and other entry and exit conditions (such as
currency, customs and quarantine regulations)
change regularly. Contact the nearest Embassy or
Consulate of Papua New Guinea for the most up
to date information.
Quarantine restrictions prevent travellers from
bringing fruit and vegetables into the country.
It is important to ensure passports have at least
six months validity and carry copies of a recent passport photo with you in case you need a
replacement passport while overseas.
“Be prepared:
what to wear”
The social life in PNG
is very active. You will
discover you need a
large variety of clothes.
There are several balls
and other formal events
on during the year, so if
men have dinner suits it
is recommended to pack
them. Shopping in Port
Moresby, particularly for
clothes, is quite limited,
so the best advice is bring
a good variety with you.
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Legend
Place of Interest
Embassy
Police Station
Service Station
Hospital/Clinic
Post Office
Crowne Plaza Hotel
Asia Aromas
Ela Beach Hotel
- Beachside Brasserie
Holiday Inn
Gateway Hotel
Airways Hotel
Arriving in Port
Moresby
Grand Palace
Lamana Hotel
- Palazzo Restaurant
House of Gemini
Daltron
- The Gold Club
Public Holidays
2010
You’ve arrived in Port Moresby – the capital of PNG. Over the
following pages you can discover some of the city’s highlights as
you get into the tempo of Port Moresby’s tropical lifestyle. See
and discover the city’s culture and prepare to be surprised.
1 Jan
New Year’s Day
2 Apr
Good Friday
5 Apr
Easter Monday
7 Jun
Queen’s Birthday
23 Jul
Remembrance Day
16 SepIndependence Day;
Constitution Day
25-26 Dec Christmas
Port Moresby is the ideal base for exploring more of PNG
from holiday spots and getaways to dive experiences that are
amongst the best in the world.
2011
Downtown Port Moresby is the heartbeat of the city – a compact
commercial and business hub. You’ll want to familiarise yourself
with the services that are on offer and these are listed in more
detail for your easy reference.
1 Jan
New Year’s Day
22 Apr Good Friday
25 Apr Easter Monday
13 Jun Queen’s Birthday
23 Jul Remembrance Day
16 Sep Independence Day,
Constitution Day
25-26 Dec Christmas
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Getting to and around
Port Moresby
Your safety
Getting to PNG
Getting around, in and about Port Moresby
should be considered carefully. There are a
lot of myths and stories. The truth is that Papua
New Guinea is a developing country, and law
and order is a concern – particularly in Port
Moresby, the South Pacific’s largest city. To
avoid the risk of experiencing difficulties, use
common sense. Avoid becoming a target by
using discretion (avoid flashing jewellery!).
Travel after dark is best kept to a minimum and
never alone. Walking after dark is particularly
dangerous. All travel at night should be by car,
with doors locked and windows up.
The national flag carrier Air Niugini has direct
flights between Port Moresby and Australia
(Brisbane, Cairns and Sydney), the Solomon Islands
and an increasing number of Asian destinations
(www.airniugini.com.pg).
In recent years there has been an upsurge in
crime, much of it petty and opportunistic. Much
of the problem is, of course, due to poverty,
and both the government and international aid
organisations have been working in recent years
to reduce the levels of poverty.
A high degree of caution should be exercised.
Pay attention to your personal security at all
times and monitor the media for information
about potential new safety or security risks.
Crime is random and particularly prevalent in
urban areas. Settlement areas of Port Moresby
are particularly dangerous. Violence and
use of “bush knives” (machetes) and firearms
are often used in assault and theft attempts.
Carjackings, assaults (including sexual assaults),
bag snatching and robberies are common.
It is best to note that there are areas where
the risk is greater: the risk of robbery and
carjacking in the area near Parliament House
in the Waigani suburb and along the highway
between Lae and the Nadzab Airport
(particularly between Two and Nine Mile
settlement areas).
The best advice is that you keep your wits
about you at all times when in a public place.
The Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary
faces a number of challenges. Because of
limited resources response time to crimes can
be frustrating. Private security firms are often
employed by firms or individuals to aid security.
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Top ten things to do in
Port Moresby
There are many good reasons to get out
and about in Port Moresby.
Airlines PNG flies from Cairns (www.apng.com)
and in a code share arrangement with new
entrant Virgin Blue, services the Brisbane route
(www.virginblue.com.au).
Port Moresby is served by Jacksons International
Airport (which is 11kms from the Central Business
District of Port Moresby). Travelling through Papua
New Guinea is usually by air due to the rugged
terrain and thick jungles, with no roads connecting
Port Moresby and other major centres. The
Highlands Highway is the only major highway which
connects Lae and Madang to the Highlands region.
Daily flights depart Port Moresby’s Jacksons Airport
to major centres.
Port Moresby is the only town in Papua New Guinea
to have taxis. Most hotels provide courtesy transfer
buses. Please confirm when reserving your
accommodation. Public Motor Vehicle (PMV)
operates city routes at a cost of 70 toea per trip.
(This method is ok but not recommended unless
you are accompanied by persons who are familiar
with Port Moresby.)
It is recommended to take care when choosing
to travel by taxi. Ensure that you travel only with
a recommended taxi company. The two premium
taxi services in Port Moresby are Red Dot
(tel+675 3113257) or Scarlet Taxi (tel+6753234266).
At night, drivers with these two services are
accompanied by a security guard.
signature highlights. The clear waters
offer ideal conditions for the beginner as
well as the advanced diver, with sunken
plane and ship wrecks and vivid shelves
of tropical coral. Loloata Island Resort is
only 15 minutes away from Port Moreby’s
International Airport and offers a selection
of great dives. Off Bootless Bay is Horsehoe
Reef with the End Bommie and the wreck of
the Pacific Gas.
4. Sunset drinks with a view
1. Hit a hole in one
The 18-hole course at the Port Moresby
Golf Club, located in Waigani at the end
of Magani Crescent, behind Parliament
House, makes for an excellent day out.
Keen golfers beware, you may not just hit
an Eagle or a Birdie, but a Crocodile! This is
golf with an edge! It’s the ideal place to get
together with other keen golfers. Regular
tournaments are held throughout the year.
Relax and enjoy the views across Fairfax
Harbour from the comfort of the Royal
Papua Yacht Club. Affectionately known
as “the Yachtie”, there’s always a great
conversation to be had, good friends to
meet over a cold SP, PNG’s own award
winning beer.
2. Fill your sails
Port Moresby waters are best experienced
from on board. There’s many islands
scattered around the harbour offering great
places to barbecue and the ideal way to
spend the day out.
3. Relive WWII under water
The waters of PNG are home to some of the
most fascinating and accessible WWII dive
wrecks in the world. There are a range of
aquatic adventures throughout Papua New
Guinea. World-class diving is one of PNG’s
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5. Pamper yourself
10. Relive history
There are a choice of spas to be enjoyed
around PNG. The Airways Hotel offers a
world-class spa destination, taking its cue
from the best recreation and spa centres
which offer the ultimate pampering
experience.
PNG is steeped in a colourful history. A
good example of this is Bomana War
Cemetery, located along the road to Sogeri
and respectfully tended. This is the resting
place of 4000 PNG and Australian WWII
soldiers. A peaceful, picturesque place,
this is a must if you are in Port Moresby for
Anzac Day, which is celebrated in April each
year.
6. Head for the hills
Away from the coastline, inland jewels
are unexpected and enchanting. A good
example of this is Sogeri plateau. Pristine
rainforest showcases true paradise. It’s a
great break from city life and only a short
drive from the heart of town.
7. Bargain with the locals
Experience the colour, sights and sounds
of the local craft markets held on the last
Saturday of each month at Ela Beach
School, downtown Port Moresby. You’ll
find a great selection of carvings, baskets
and paintings, along with shells and other
local crafts. Get there early.
8. Play the game
Choose your sport and get ready to play.
Tennis, squash and billiards are all wellpatronised in Port Moresby. There are a
number or social and sporting clubs that are
looking forward to making you welcome.
9. Eat out
Be surprised by Port Moresby’s restaurants,
which offer a range of choices that include
menus full of local fresh seafood such as fresh
barramundi, crayfish, mudcrabs, lobster, tiger
prawns and an assortment of delicacies from
PNG rivers and the Coral Sea.
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Recommendation to
incoming expats
1.Arrange for a brief overview of security
issues through a reputable security firm,
or the security firm attached to your
company (if applicable).
2.Secure a W/H and A/H emergency phone
number, and have this programmed into
your mobile phone.
3.Obtain a two-way radio from a reputable
security company.
4.Personal safety is a priority:
•Always be on your guard, car doors and
windows locked.
•Keep your handbag over your shoulder.
•Wear minimal and inexpensive
jewellery when out alone.
•Be confident when walking down the
street or in supermarkets etc.
•If followed or pestered in supermarkets,
report to security guards immediately.
•If asked for money and individuals
(security guards/house meris etc)
indicate they will repay on payday, set
the standard and say that you do not
loan out money. It is never repaid.
themselves and their children, in particular
young girls.
8. House meris:
Most people in PNG employ ‘haus meris’
or maids. They are very inexpensive,
with most being paid K25 – K30 per day.
This is about $12 / $15. It is suggested
that you only employ haus meris on the
recommendation of a friend, as some
have encountered problems with security,
although others report using the same
haus meri for many years. A good haus
meri will keep your house well, iron and
do other chores for you such as washing
the car. Some are employed as nannies,
as babysitting can be an issue in Port
Moresby. Set the standard from day
one and explain what is expected of
them. They should be punctual/clean
and honest. Good meris are difficult to
come by, but they can be trained to your
standard. Personal hygiene is an issue,
and if they are preparing food for the
family, ensure your standards are met. Do
not leave valuables lying around as they
will act as temptation for the meris.
btain/create a detailed list of other
5. O
expatriates etc for easy reference.
6. H
ave on hand easy reference for
plumbers/electricians for a/h emergency
work.
7. It is time well spent to organise for an
expat wife to have a brief orientation
tour of the various social outlets such as
hotels/recreation facilities. A two-hour
personal guide around POM is most
valuable. Expat wives and children should
be very conscious of clothes worn and
what is an acceptable dress standard for
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Money and valuables
Planning and care are key factors in
keeping money and valuables safe. It is
recommended that you organise a variety
of ways to access your money in PNG, such
as credit cards, travellers’ cheques, cash,
debit cards or cash cards. We welcome
you to talk to us at BSP to find out which is
the most appropriate currency to carry and
whether your ATM card will work in your
planned travel destinations.
It is recommended that two photocopies
of valuables such as your passport, tickets,
visas and travellers’ cheques are kept. Keep
one copy with you in a separate place to
the original and leave another copy with
someone at home.
While travelling, don’t carry too much cash
and remember that expensive watches,
jewellery and cameras may be tempting
targets for thieves.
Your passport is a valuable document that
is attractive to criminals who may try to use
your identity to commit crimes. It should
always be kept in a safe place. If your
passport is lost or stolen overseas, report
it online or contact the nearest Australian
Embassy, High Commission or Consulates
as soon as possible.
Currency/Credit cards and you
PNG’s currency is the kina (K), which is
divided into 100 toeas (t).
Notes: K100, K50, K20, K10, K5 and K2.
Coins: K1, 50t, 20t and 5t.
Banks can be found in all major centres.
Banking hours are:
Monday to Thursday 8.45 am – 3.00 pm
Friday 8.45 am – 4.00 pm
Major credit cards are accepted at most
hotels, restaurants and travel agencies.
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A BSP branch is open for business at Port
Moresby’s airport for currency exchange on
arrival and departure for all international
flights.
ATMs are located at BSP branches and
also at many of the supermarkets, clubs
and shopping areas. If you have a Visa
card you can usually withdraw from your
own national account using your home PIN
number. Selected supermarkets will allow
you to withdraw up to K250 with
your EFTPOS shopping.
BSP KunduCard – (Kundu means drum
and is BSP‘s logo). This offers you EFTPOS
facilities. Fill in the application forms for a
KunduCard when you open your account.
Type of account – It’s best to open a
cheque account (which you can use with
your BSP KunduCard) because if electronic
systems go down you have the alternative to
pay by cheque. Some of the supermarkets
require you to go to the service counter and
have an ID card made up, which involves
having a picture taken (recommended
to bring spare passport photos for this
purpose). You need to produce your ID card
at the service counter and have them stamp
and sign the back of the cheque before
presenting it to the cashier.
BSP has three convenient city locations
which feature 24-hour ATMs: Port Moresby,
Waigani and Boroko.
With its network of over 150 ATMs
nationwide, the BSP KunduCard is a work
- essential during a stay in PNG. And ask
about the BSP Visa debit card.
Talk to BSP today about how you are able to
use ATMs in Papua New Guinea.
Health
Staying healthy
Provided basic commonsense precautions
are taken, few people experience serious
health problems in Port Moresby. The city
is relatively malaria free, however PNG
is still classified as a malaria-prone zone,
especially the coastal wetland regions.
Dengue fever and other mosquito-related
diseases have also been reported in Port
Moresby. It is recommended to consult
your physician about basic medicines to
carry for dealing with upset stomachs and
other minor problems. For protection, it is
also recommended to use insect repellant
and wear long-sleeved shirts, trousers and
shoes in the evenings.
HIV/AIDS infection is high in Papua
New Guinea. It is recommended that
appropriate precautions be taken in any
activities that may expose you to risk of
infection. Throughout PNG other sexually
transmitted diseases are also common.
Health care in PNG, including Port Moresby,
is generally considered poor by Australian
standards.
Useful contacts for medical:
Hospital
Port Moresby
Phone
3248200
Pacific International
Hospital
3234400
Paradise Private
Hospital 3256022
The Dental Clinic
3211137
Johnsons
Pharmacy
3214424
City Pharmacy
3201033
Chemcare
Pharmacies
3202376
Although water quality does comply with
recommended standards, it is advisable to
drink bottled or boiled water in towns and
rural areas. Avoid ice cubes and raw and
undercooked food. Food-borne, waterborne and other diseases, which include
tuberculosis, typhoid and hepatitis are
common.
There are water-borne parasites in many
PNG rivers which can adversely impact
on your health. Medical advice should
always be sought if suffering from fever or
diarrhoea.
It is recommended that you take out
comprehensive medical insurance that will
cover any overseas medical costs, including
medical evacuation whilst you are in PNG.
Always check that the insurance covers you
for the entire period of your stay in PNG
and check the inclusions and exclusions.
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Family and education
Education is valued in PNG and in Port
Moresby there are several schools that
cater to the short and long term needs of
families. Most schools understand that
because of contractual employment, the
need to cater to families who may be in Port
Moresby is necessary.
Choices of education within the Port
Moresby district include:
The Ela Murray International School
A co-educational day school. School
implements the International Education
Agency (IEA) curriculum. 25% of pupils are
from PNG and the rest are expatriates from
all over the world.
Approximately 320 students attend in
primary and middle school grades from
Prep to Grade Eight. A purpose-built
Early Learning Arena is offered for early
childhood education and child care.
www.elamurray.ac.pg
Driving
Foreign country drivers’ licences are
valid for three months upon arrival.
Vehicles travel on the left side of the
road with a city speed limit of 60 kph.
Port Moresby
Grammar School
A private co-educational school offering
curriculum for Grades 1 through to Grade
12. Students are taught in the local
curriculum together with the University
of Cambridge Curriculum in English, and
other institutional influences including
the Brisbane Southbank TAFE curriculum
in Business Studies and Information
Technology. Junior and senior students
mingle comfortably on one campus. The
philosophy of the school is to embrace
students of today, and to create leaders and
business people of the future.
www.pomgrammar.ac.pg
Port Moresby
International School
Secondary co-educational school in Port
Moresby. With 800 students from around
the world and across PNG, the school offers
a complex and varied curriculum choice to
students that include the PNG curriculum,
the ACT curriculum, the IGCSE and the IB
curricula.
The school caters to the needs of years 7
through to 12.
www.pmis.iea.ac.pg
Housing
Port Moresby is experiencing a shortage of quality and reasonably priced accommodation.
New construction projects including apartments are under construction and more are planned.
Because of several large projects, together with the increase in consultant and expatriate worker
numbers, this may have little or no impact on the accommodation shortage or pricing situation.
The housing of expatriates is usually the responsibility of the employer so many employers
should have suitable accommodation available for their employees on arrival into the country.
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Communications
With the introduction of competition into
the communications sector some areas such
as mobile phone networks are improving
but generally the communications networks
available are still behind what you would
expect in countries like Australia, United
Kingdom and the United States of America.
The general assessment is that services
are minimal; facilities provide radio
telephone and telegraph, coastal radio,
aeronautical radio and international radio
communication services.
International: country code - 675; submarine
cables to Australia and Guam; satellite
earth station - 1 Intelsat (Pacific Ocean);
international radio communication service
(2007)
Landline services (traditional
telephone)
The traditional telephone landline system
is often not available in many areas and
the service can be varied. The main service
provider for fixed landline services is
Telikom (PNG) Limited. In Port Moresby
many high rise apartments and business
houses do have a reliable landline service.
To overcome some of the landline
difficulties Telikom has introduced a wireless
phone system for the Port Moresby area.
This will be extended to other cities.
Internet
There are several internet service providers
available in Papua New Guinea and it will
depend on the region in which you are
residing as to what internet connection, if
any, is available. Many internet connections
are wireless due to the non availability of
a landline so the quality of the service will
vary depending on your location.
Access to the internet is also available
in some cities via the internet providers
premises, some internet cafes and a
number of the major hotels and sporting
clubs.
Mobile telephones
There are now two major suppliers of
mobile phones: Bemobile and Digicel plus
the possibility of a third. With the recent
introduction of Digicel services nationwide
the costs, service and reliability have
improved immensely and continues to do
so with the introduction of new services.
International roaming may also be available
but it is recommended to check with your
service provider in your country of origin.
Recently BSP introduced SMS banking to its
customers using both these mobile phone
providers. BSP customers can use the
texting facilities on their mobile phones to
obtain account balances, transfer funds and
last transaction details via their phones.
your business.
your life. your future. your bank.
BSP.
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Electricity
The supply of electricity throughout PNG is generally erratic as is the power quality. In
most cities the power supply grid is in need of repair and the power generation sources
such as hydro generators need replacing, upgrading or maintenance.
This has led to nearly all commercial buildings and expatriate style accommodation having
their own power generators (Gensets) which switch on automatically should the locally
supplied power fail. These units usually run on diesel fuel and are usually maintained by
the property owner. It is considered essential that when finding accommodation that you
ensure that it comes with a reliable Genset.
Shopping
Shop at a place which has a parking enclosure
with security guards. In town it’s reasonable to
park along the central strip immediately outside
BSP, street parking along the Revenue Haus strip
and street parking outside the Crowne Plaza. If
you’re shopping in/visiting the Crowne Plaza you
can park in the hotel car park. Avoid shopping/
stopping at places where there are large crowds
of locals. You may be hassled for money to guard
your car. Usually it’s not necessary, so you could
just tell them no or, if you are feeling generous,
give them a few coins upon return to your car.
Shopping is limited in Port Moresby, however
there are shopping precincts in development.
Supermarkets:
There are a number of well-stocked
supermarkets to choose from in Port Moresby
each with their own style of service and
product range. Fresh vegetables and fruit are
often imported from overseas and supply can
sometimes be erratic but this is improving.
Local meat such as beef and pork is good and
is supplemented with imported meat products
such as lamb. Currently most milk products are
imported with fresh milk being air freighted
usually from Australia.
Food varies in price incredibly, with beef and
seafood usually very inexpensive, but fruit and
vegetables – even local ones – more expensive.
Imported goods generally cost more, but
hunting around the shelves, you can generally
find another brand at a more reasonable price.
Local cleaning products are very inexpensive
and seem to do an adequate job. Most
toiletries are available. The main problem is
that often stock will run out and not be replaced
– so if you see something you want – buy it
straight away.
Supermarkets include:
•SVS Foodland Harbour City (wide range incl
gourmet items) is located ouside the CBD.
Local SIM cards for your mobile phone are
available here as well as ATM facilities.
Liquor store attached.
•Boroko Foodworld (wide range incl gourmet
items). Liquor store attached.
•RH Hypermarket Good basic range often
still in its packaging cartons. Some quite
good Asian foods. Good vegetables and
“Adventure,
travel, dream...”
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meat/fish. Good liquor store. Chinese store
above it which is good for candles, photo
frames, craft, stationery and toys.
•Stop n Shop (a division of CPL Group).
Operates retail and wholesale stores in PNG.
It offers a wide range of grocery products,
clothing, hardware, electrical products and
drapery to the retail and wholesale market
as well as operating liquor and frozen goods
retail outlets.
Port Moresby Town
3200827
Boroko
3255180
Waigani
3251517
•Jmart Recently opened and closest
supermarket to the airport and services the
high volumes of traffic that enter and leave the
city each day.
Department store:
Brian Bell & Co Ltd
Homecentre City Gordons
Ph: 325 8469
Air-conditioned.
Art and craft shopping
Local artefacts galore can be found at PNG Arts,
a fantastic barn containing all manner of arts
and crafts located on the slip road beside the
Poroporena Highway not far from The Pit Stop
garage. Locally made furniture shop at Pryde in
Gordons, opposite the Hitron premises.
Carvings, local artists, jewellery, tribal masks,
natural fibre “bilum” bags and much more.
The Gallery – traditional tribal artefacts by
local artists
Two locations: Soare St. Gordons and the
Airways Hotel
Ph: 325 0111
email: the gallery@gda.com.pg
www.thegallerypng.com
House of Gemini – jewellery and luxury
goods
Location: Level 1 ANG House (opposite the
Crowne Plaza Hotel)
Ph: 321 1860 or 321 0589
Ela Beach Craft Markets – carving, jewellery
and tribal art
Phone: 325 2838
When: Last Saturday of every month
POM Grammar Craft Markets – carving,
jewellery and tribal art
Phone: 323 6577
Location: Port Moresby Grammar School
Email: principal@pomgrammar.ac.pg
When: second Saturday of every month
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In the
know
It’s in the bag!
Long before
supermarkets were
forced to give or
sell non-plastic bags
for customers to
carry groceries, the
women of PNG were
using the ultimate
shopping bag: the
bilum.
These colourful
string bags are
used by the locals
for everything from
storing firewood
to carrying babies,
but they are also an
essential shopping
accessory. Woven
throughout the
country, there is a
seemingly endless
range of designs
reflecting local
influences.
The bilum makes an
ideal gift or souvenir
and can be found
around the country
at craft outlets and
markets.
Accommodation
There are a number of hotels servicing Port Moresby which
offer varying standards of service and accommodation. There
is currently an undersupply of hotel rooms throughout the
country so it is wise to book well in advance.
Airways Hotel
In Port Moresby, the Airways Hotel is regarded as the best
hotel accommodation available.
Contained within a large, secure compound adjacent to
Jacksons Airport, it is located 15 minutes from Port Moresby’s
CBD. Boasting a range of elegant rooms, a luxurious gym
complex and racquet club, it is also well known for its superior
service. The Airways complex also offers long-stay apartments
that are popular amongst expats. In addition to a selection of
bars and restaurants is Bacchus, Port Moresby’s best fine dining
choice. Tel +675 324 5200 www.airways.com.pg
Crowne Plaza
Where location counts – in the heart of the CBD. Comfortable
rooms and suites, gym, business centre, undercover parking,
café and restaurant. Tel +675 3093329
Holiday Inn
Accommodation option located in the government district of
Waigaini. Tel +675 3032000
Lamana Hotel
Modern hotel accommodation choice located in Waigani.
Facilities include Palazzo restaurant, business centre,
conference facilities and well known nightspot, the Gold Club.
Tel +675 323 2333
Ela Beach Hotel and Whittaker Apartments
Renovated member of the Coral Sea Hotel group, offering
choice of rooms and serviced apartments. Ela Beach is located
on the waterfront, close to the CBD.
Tel+675 321 2100
Lae International Hotel, Lae
Best choice of accommodation currently available in Lae. Tel
+675 472 2000 www.laehotel.com.pg
Other regions
For the business traveller, refer Coral Sea Hotels website:
www.coralseahotels.com.pg
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Dining & entertainment
PNG’s blended culture has given rise to
a diverse and delicious array of dining
choices. Port Moresby is lucky compared
to most cities in PNG as it does have a
selection of restaurants to choose from
with a number of different cooking styles
available such as Japanese, Chinese,
Indian, Italian, Thai and Western. Many
of the restaurants are conveniently
located at the major hotels. Tipping is
not expected nor is it encouraged.
Popular dining
Downtown
Asia Aroma’s
Address: Steamships Plaza, Ground fl,
Champion Pde, Phone: 321 4780
The Chinese and Thai dishes and
friendly service here are a winning
combination. Booking ahead is
necessary to secure an evening table.
A favourite of Moresby’s elite including
cabinet ministers, expats and the wellto-do.
The Café
Address:
Crowne Plaza Hotel, cnr Douglas &
Hunter Sts, Town
Phone: 309 3000
One of two eating choices at Crowne
Plaza. Casual: suit breakfast, lunch or
dinner, featuring themed buffets for
lunch and dinner.
Further afield
Bacchus Restaurant:
Address:
Airways Hotel Complex,
Jackson Pde, Saraga
Phone: 321 2100
A silver service restaurant with a reputation it
prizes. 15 minutes from CBD.
Beachside Brasserie
Address:
Ela Beach Rd, Ela Beach
Phone: 321 2100
The pleasant brasserie in Ela Beach Hotel
serves pizza, seafood and steak. Located
fringe of CBD.
All the other restaurants
The Cellar
Address: Located in the Shady Rest Hotel,
Taurama Rd, Boroko
Phone: 323 0000
A tastefully decorated, softly lit venue at
the Shady Rest Hotel serves a good mix
of dishes including steak, fish, oysters and
several Indian dishes. Licensed.
Rapala Med.
Address:
Crowne Plaza Hotel, cnr Douglas &
Hunter Sts, Town
Phone: 309 3000
Daikoku
Address: SVS Foodtown complex,
Port Moresby
Phone: 3210255
The hotel’s signature restaurant
featuring elegant setting, western
cuisine and with a selection of spirits
and wines available.
A conveniently located Japanese restaurant
in Port Moresby offering sushi, sashimi and
other Japanese favourites. A favourite for
Tepanyaki for dinner. Serving lunchtime
bento boxes.
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Entertainment
Port Moresby night life
Port Moresby does offer choices for night time entertainment, with a number of night
spots to attend for either a drink with friends or dinner … however normal precautions
when travelling anywhere late at night should be taken. It is wise to take care. Some night
spots include:
Aviat Social & Sporting Club Inc
Address: Aviat St, Konedobu
This club offers a wide range of amenities
including squash, tennis, snooker, a
large swimming pool, social events and
entertainment.
Gold Club
Address: Lamana Hotel,
off Waigani Dr, Hohola
Phone: 323 2333
The Expresso Bar
Address:
Deloitte Tower, Ground fl,
Douglas St, Town
Phone: 321 6600
Daytime venue offering
coffee and light meals.
The Grand Palace
Address:
RH Hypermart Bldg,
Gordons, Kennedy Rd
Phone: 311 2826
Offering Chinese cuisine
including yum cha.
Royal Papua Yacht Club
Address: Poreporena
Freeway, Port Moresby
Phone: 321 1700
Mr B Coffee Shop
Address: 1st fl, Brian Bell
Plaza, Boroko
Phone: 325 5411
A favourite venue for lunch
and dinner with great views
of the harbour.
Freshly made sandwiches,
pastries, light meals and
Goroka coffee.
Selection of comfort food,
draught beer and large
screen featuring sports.
Roundhouse Restaurant
Address: Okari St, Boroko
Phone: 325 8899
Jepello
Address: Inki St, Hohola
Phone: 323 6800
Serving authentic Chinese
food, and a popular
lunchtime venue. Serving
Sunday dim sum (yum cha).
Just off Waigani Drive,
behind the Interoil Service
Station is Jepello, an Italian
restaurant. Known for fresh
pastas, wood-fired pizzas
and homemade gelato.
Palazzo
Phone: 323 2333
Located at the Lamana
Hotel, Waigani. Selection
of steak, pizzas and Indian
cuisine.
This club offers music certain nights of the
week, and alternatively DJs and dancing.
The venue features an open-air dance floor
surrounded by layers of bars. Secure and
to be enjoyed.
Mustang Sally’s
Address: Taurama Rd, Boroko
Phone: 323 0000
Attached to the Shady Rest Hotel, this
offers a more ‘genuine’ PNG experience.
Pondo Tavern
Address:
cnr Douglas /Hunter Sts, Crowne Plaza
Hotel Phone: 309 3000
Underneath the Crowne Plaza Hotel.
Port Moresby Country Club
Address:
Waigani Drive, Waigani
A well-known meeting place in Port
Moresby.
Royal Papua Yacht Club
Address: Poreporena Fwy, Harbour City
Phone: 321 1700
A favourite venue featuring a pleasant
deck for sitting, drinking cold beer and
watching the harbour. The food is good
and reasonably priced, and the club is
decorated with lots of interesting WWII
photos and maritime memorabilia.
Ozzie’s Bar
Address: Ela Beach Hotel – Ela Beach
Phone: 321 2100
Attached to the Ela Beach Hotel.
Suitable for a quick business
lunch (buffet option) or
dinner.
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Services and activities
Activities in Port Moresby
Port Moresby is an environment different
from other cities in the world. There are
no movie theatres or huge shopping malls
that are popular in Australia and in other
large cities around the world, but some
are under development. In PNG there is
an understanding that you make your own
entertainment. This usually occurs by way
of networking with work colleagues and
through the various sporting and social
clubs that exist.
Port Moresby is known as a place where
an active social life can be enjoyed,
with fundraising activities, charity balls,
club functions, sporting events and
work-related recreational activities held
throughout the year.
There is always something to do in Port Moresby. With a range of sports on offer wellsupported by a variety of clubs and associations, you are sure to find something of interest.
There are several clubs in town with sporting facilities available. These include gyms,
pools, squash courts and tennis courts. Many people snorkel and scuba dive here as there
are some incredibly beautiful locations. Some buy their own boats to get away to private
islands, and others dive with POMSAC – a diving club based at the Royal Papuan Yacht
Club.
There are a few spots to drive to out of town, however a rugged four-wheel drive is required
for most of them. Plus it is strongly advisable to drive in convoy with at least one other
vehicle for safety reasons. In Port Moresby itself the Botanical Gardens are a beautiful
destination with a few animals and birds on display too.
Highly recommended as a new point of contact for any new visitors to Port Moresby is the
All Nations Women’s Group, which has access to most information and contacts for clubs/
activities in Port Moresby. (SEE ATTACHED ANNEXURE DOCUMENT)
For a good reference for activities in Port Moresby please refer to:
http://anwgpng.webs.com/livinginportmoresby.htm
On this site, you will discover an informative guide to all of the social and sporting activities
in Port Moresby (simply download file). Also on this site, a guide of all the well-known
restaurants in Port Moresby (simply download file)
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There are popular places where expats and friends meet:
Social clubs
The Royal Papua Yacht Club (RPYC), the Aviat Club and the Golf Club offer a variety of
activities apart from their central purpose as their names suggest. You can be a social
member and still enjoy their facilities and activities.
The Country Club (Gerehu Road/Waigani Drive) has a full scale Go-Kart track at the back,
a pool, lots of snooker tables and a couple of squash courts. It is sometimes the venue for
visiting bands.
Other clubs include: Mustang Sally’s, Ozzie’s Bar and Pondo Tavern.
Bars
All the clubs mentioned above.
The Airways Hotel (dress code – smart) with a more casual bar downstairs called the Balus
Bar, and a members’ bar in the suspended aeroplane.
The Shady Rest (pleasant cocktail lounge upstairs called the Tapas Bar).
Ela Beach Hotel with its pleasant Ozzie’s Bar (run by Graeme Osborne, a well-known
local indentity).
Brew Kettle – a mock English pub on the SP Brewery site (by invitation only).
Other bars include Crowne Plaza Hotel (dress code – smart), Holiday Inn, the Gateway and
the Hideaway.
Coffee shops
•KC’s Deli at Airways Hotel (great brunches
and gourmet food on sale)
•coffee shop and restaurant upstairs at
the Konedobu SV Supermarket formerly
Anderson’s… go up the stairs at the back
beside the bakery.
•Deloitte Tower (Town)
•Crowne Plaza (Town)
•Popi’s (Back right hand corner of Foodland)
•The Kopi House at the Holiday Inn - ideal for
lunch/brunch
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Water sports
Sailing – The Royal Papuan Yacht Club
(“RPYC”) has weekly social sails on
Wednesday evenings. Serious sailing
available and Learn to Sail courses are on
offer throughout the year. Peewee’s sailing
for youngsters. About K1400 initial social
membership, K670/year thereafter.
Game fishing – The club is beside the
RPYC. Ask there for information.
Paddling/Canoeing – Outdoor education
class at certain times of the year.
Port Moresby Outrigger Canoe Club, social
and competitive, from the RPYC Thurs
evenings/Sat mornings.
Day/Overnight Trips to Loloata, a close
off-shore island. Loloata has a dive shop
also. Snorkelling across at Lion Island – free
transfers from Loloata. Day trip available.
Snorkelling/kayaking equipment available
there for hire. Bookings essential. To get
there, drive to the safe parking at Bootless
Bay and park. Turn right at the 6 Mile T
Junction and keep going, right at the Mt
Diamond roundabout about 15 mins out
of town and right at the huge raintree on
your right.
Swimming pools – Swimming/membership
available from Life Gymnasium at the
Holiday Inn Hotel. With gym membership,
you can also use the hotel pool. The Aviat
Club has a pool for members’ use.
Beach – Sero Beach Board Riding Club
(K50/year). Join on site. This is out of
town beyond the Taurama Army Barracks.
Recommended to go with a group. The
family there runs a banana boat out to the
offshore reef for surf/boogie board riding at
about 9.30 am on Saturdays and Sundays.
Great place to chill out, especially for
evening BBQs after work and to watch the
sun go down. How to get there: about 40
mins out of town along the Magi Highway,
past the turn off to Bootless Bay.
Water skiing – The club operates out of the
RPYC.
Contact secretary Susan Pini on 325 6500 or
email susie@theodist.com.pg
www.nla.com.pg
Snorkelling/Diving – Operating some
weekends with the outdoor education class.
Gain your PADI certificate along with the
students.
Dive through the RPYC. The subsidiary club
is called POMSAC which costs about K125
to join and offers inexpensive weekend
diving trips. Another alternative is the Dive
Club at Airways Hotel.
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River – Crystal Rapids (on the Tablelands)
just beyond Sogeri and off road to the
right on private property. K7 access. Great
river swimming and mown picnic area
with shelters, tables, benches and BBQs.
Recommendation: travel with others.
Sports
Gym membership
Good choices exist including:
Airways Spa and Health Club – Facilities
include tennis and squash court, niche
personal fitness studio environment and
pool.
Royal Papua Yacht Club Gym – Personal
fitness.
Life Gymnasium – at the Holiday Inn Hotel.
The gym has squash courts, aerobics and
kickboxing classes, effective weights and
machines, treadmills and bikes. With gym
membership, you can also use the hotel
pool.
Many hotels offer gym facilities.
Ela Beach Hotel. Recommended to get
on the email list by contacting Masao on
mmiyakubo@hotmail.com. You can check
out this site too: http://pombush.blogspot.com/
Club walking/running – The Hash Harriers
are alive and well and have a serious
session and a social session. Contact Chris
Smith at chris@smiths.com.pg for more
information.
Casual walking – Popular walking
circuit around compound track from the
Konedobu SV Supermarket to the top of the
Poroporena H’way and return, walk along
Ela Beach and back in daylight hours.
Three Peaks Race – An annual event for
the serious runner and swimmer.
Dancing and clubbing
Tennis – Big tennis club (multiple courts) on
the left side of Bava St, about 600 metres
beyond ‘the triangle’. Wednesday evenings
and Saturdays. About K120/year. Ask Jenny
Ramamurthy. Aviat Club has a subsidiary
tennis club (K80/annum year) and runs a
tennis comp at night, and social tennis on
Thursday nights, Saturday afternoons and
Sunday mornings.
Go with a group!! Lamana Gold Club,
Players, Mustang Sally’s at the Shady Rest,
to name a few.
Squash – Port Moresby Squash Club –
social fixtures A – D Grades. About K240/
year or K60/term. Popular venues: Holiday
Inn and Country Club Courts. Aviat Club
and Holiday Inn also have squash courts
and fixtures.
Movies and theatre
Pokies
Venues include: RPYC, Aviat, Shady Rest
(upstairs), Gateways (Rattle & Hum), Airways
(Balus Bar), Ela Beach Hotel (upstairs and
adjacent), Pondo’s at the Crowne Plaza.
Golf – Port Moresby Golf Club has 18 holes.
Watch out for crocodiles! A good place to
socialise. About K80/18 holes + equipment
hire. Membership available.
The Moresby Arts Theatre. Four club
night performances a year and two
annual full productions, all for the public.
Movies on Saturday. Noon for children’s
shows, 2 pm for adults at about K5. K25/
annum membership fees if interested in
participating in club activities. See Post
Courier, Friday edition. Contact: Russell
Jackson, rjackson@online.net.pg
Ph: 687 4844, 325 7171
Walking
Music
Bushwalking – There is a bushwalkers club,
active frequently on Sundays. Interested
people usually meet at 7am outside the
Port Moresby Choral Society meets once
a week.
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Quiet activities
Hardware
Massage – A good selection exists:
Experience the facilities at the Airways,
Crowne Plaza, the Retreat (upstairs opposite
the Crowne Plaza in Town), the Holiday Inn
by appointment, Spa Pua at Anderson’s by
appointment.
Carpenters, plumbers and builders’
supplies are very good. (Poroporena H’way,
just up from SP Breweries). Also Steamships
(Gordons). CE Hardware near Brian Bell,
BMBN Hardware – Opposite Brian Bell – for
hardware, homeware and furniture.
Aerobics, yoga and gym – RPYC
downstairs (annual membership is separate
from club fees), yoga and aerobics classes
at the Airways Hotel (yoga early on Sunday
mornings 7.15 to 8.15 am) and aerobics
on Wednesdays & Fridays 5.30 to 6.30 pm.
Holiday Inn also offers classes.
Hairdressing – Chatterbox Hair & Beauty
Salon (opposite Crowne Plaza Hotel,
Ground Floor
320 1733
Trends inside RH Hypermarket
Jacqueline’s, The Gateways Hotel
Cuisine Club – First Tuesday night of every
month at the Crowne Plaza. K130 for three
course gourmet meal and plenty of wines
to taste. Lucky door prizes, etc. Organise a
group!
Weekend getaways – Have a weekend
away at Madang, Rabaul, Mt Hagen, Lae,
wherever your fancy takes you. Air Niugini
does some packages with accommodation
thrown in. Weekend getaway fares are
discounted and Wantok fares are even
cheaper if you go for five days or more.
Bakeries
Sweethearts at SVS at Two Mile, downstairs
at RH Hypermart and Goodwin and Fielder
Bakery (large wholesale factory which has a
shop).
Most supermarkets have a bakery section.
KC’s Deli at the Airways bakes delicious
breads of all kinds. Get in early.
Quality birthday cakes can be ordered
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Furniture and electrical
The Gallery: furniture imported from Bali.
Courts (Poroporena H’way) and Brian
Bell’s (Gordons) for variety shopping incl
electrical.
Chin H Meen in Boroko have electricals,
and service them too.
J Mart store at Erima - variety store.
through the major hotels – Airways, Crowne
Plaza and Holiday Inn.
Clothes
Street Scene at Gordons, Boroko and
Town – sports wear, casual wear and swim
wear.
Mondo’s, Labels – Luk Poy Wai’s
(commonly known as Luke warm pies!)
– material, haberdashery, tailoring
and clothes. Down behind Brian Bell’s
Homecentre.
Kokoda Tailoring – next to Hitron television.
Outlets include: Second Time Around,
Anne’s in Town and Street Scene (SS).
Upstairs in Brian Bell Arcade in Boroko
are a couple of shops which sell clothes &
haberdashery. Brian Bell Home Centre also
sells material & haberdashery.
Steamships Arcade – in Town. Contains
a swathe of Chinese variety shops and a
supermarket.
Jewellery
Kara’s (Upstairs in the Boroko Brian Bell’s
Arcade)
Crowne Plaza (jewellery shop in the foyer.)
Metal Refinery Centre (Gordons)
Jewellery PNG (upstairs in Koitachi Haus,
Poporena H’way)
The international airport has a jewellery
shop.
Chemists
Found in most of the food halls/connected
to supermarkets: Chemcare, Johnsons
Pharmacies and City Pharmacy
Picture framing
Inside Chemcare Pharmacies shop beside
the freeway. Very professional service. The
Gallery also frames pictures.
Gifts
Brian Bell and Home Décor (around the
corner from Brian Bell, Gordons). Gifts
including a small, reasonably priced local
arts and crafts section.
Other Social Events…….
annual and other.
Balls
A number of balls are held throughout the
year. These include:
• Rotary Club Ball
•Susu Mama’s Ball (Nursing Mothers
Charity Ball)
•Australian High and/or New Zealand
Commission Ball
•Kiwi Club Ball
Cultural events
Lots of international groups put on cultural
nights/days throughout the year to coincide
with Independence Days, or to showcase
their solidarity.
For example India Night at the John Guise
Indoor Stadium usually held in the last
quarter of the year. Book your table quickly!
It’s fantastic.
The Pan-African Day (African community
run).
The Hiri Moale Festival in September
sometimes coincides with PNG
Independence Day celebrations,
September 16. Two days of cultural events
at the Hubert Murray Stadium (opp. the
RPYC) or at Ela Beach when the Lagatoi’s
(traditional boats) sail in.
Melbourne Cup Day at the RPYC –
luncheon, drinks and dancing which goes
on well into the afternoon. You have time
to join in after school! There is also a
Melbourne Cup corporate event each year
at Crowne Plaza Hotel.
There are endless other events which
are advertised in the Post Courier or The
National newspapers.
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Telephone
Mobiles – Mobile phones are a necessary purchase,
readily available in varying types, brands and prices.
Some people bring an overseas phone with them
and swap SIM cards, others purchase both phone
and SIM card here. At the moment mobile phones
are the cheapest option for making international calls
to Australia. Skype is reliable but is dependent on
good internet access. SIM cards may be purchased at
Foodland and elsewhere, at various rates with no time
constraints. Most phone accounts are prepaid.
BANK ANYTIME.
BANK
ANYWHERE.
Just use your
mobile phone.
Mobile networks – The two mobile networks are Digicel
and Bemobile.
Telikads (Telikom phone cards) and Flex Cards (Digicel
phone cards) are available from various places (Yacht
Club, Foodland, SVS formerly known as Anderson’s).
Known as ‘Top Up’, cards can be K5 – K100. It is always
advisable to have a spare card in your purse or wallet.
Keep an eye out for occasional specials, which Telikom
and Digicel offer on some countries’ national holidays.
These are advertised in the local newspaper. Top ups
are easily accessible through BSP ATMs. This offers real
convenience.
Petrol
The Mobil Service Station on Boroko Drive (5 Mile) is one
choice. Avoid service centres like the Interoil (Manu Auto
Port, nicknamed Manuata), next to the Malaoro Markets,
where large groups often gather. The Interoil near the
Yacht Club is okay, as well as along Waigani Drive.
Spiritual Matters
Religion
Baptist Church, corner of Bava St & Boroko Drive,
opposite Port Moresby International School (PMIS).
St John’s Anglican Cathedral in Town (behind the
Crowne Plaza Hotel).
Ela Beach Catholic Cathedral (Town)
The Bethel Church on Waigani Drive.
For other Christian churches ask staff or check out the
Yellow Pages for more options.
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2
EZY!
History
of the
nation’s
capital
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Land and people
PNG’s culture
PNG geography. A land of
amazing diversity.
A culture like no other
in the world.
Papua New Guinea is located in Oceania,
a collection of islands, atolls and coral
reefs including the eastern half of the
island of New Guinea between the Coral
Sea and the South Pacific Ocean, east
of Indonesia being 6 00 S and 147 00
E. Occupying the eastern half of the
island of New Guinea and the numerous
offshore islands (the western portion of
the island is a part of Indonesian provinces
of Papua and West Papua), it is located
in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, in a
region defined since the early 19th century
as Melanesia. The capital, and one of its
few cities, is Port Moresby. It is one of the
most diverse countries on earth, with over
850 indigenous languages and at least as
many traditional societies, out of a population of over 6,000,000. It is also one of the most
rural, with only 18 percent of its people living in urban centres. The country is also one of
the world’s least explored, culturally and geographically, and many undiscovered species
of plants and animals are thought to exist in the interior of Papua New Guinea.
The culture of Papua New
Guinea is multi-faceted and
complex. It is estimated
that more than a thousand
different cultural groups
exist. Many different
styles of cultural expression
have emerged; each
group has created its own
expressive forms in art,
dance, weaponry, costumes,
singing, music, architecture
and much more.
The majority of the population live in traditional societies and practise subsistence-based
agriculture. These societies and clans are recognised in the country’s constitutional
framework. The PNG constitution and legislation makes provision for communities to
remain as viable units in Papua New Guinean society. To assist in their preservation,
legislation has enacted various laws in which a type of tenure called “customary land title”
is recognised, meaning that the traditional lands of indigenous peoples have some legal
basis to inalienable tenure. This customary land covers most of the usable land in the
country (some 97% of total land area). Freehold Title (also known as “fee simple”) can
only be held by Papua New Guinea citizens.
The country’s geography is similarly diverse and, in places, extremely rugged. The
mainland is divided by the Owen Stanley Range – a rugged spine of mountains – some
over 4,000 metres high. The diversity of the PNG landscape is one to be appreciated –
from the unique character of the Highlands region to the dense rainforests which can be
found in the lowland and coastal areas. This terrain has made it difficult for the country to
develop transportation infrastructure. In some areas, planes are the only form of transport.
After being ruled by three external powers since 1884, Papua New Guinea gained its
independence from Australia in 1975. It remains a Commonwealth realm.
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Most of these different
cultural groups have their
own language. People
typically live in villages that
rely on subsistence farming.
In some areas people hunt
and collect wild plants to
supplement their diets.
Those who become skilled
at hunting, farming and
fishing earn a great deal of
respect.
in 1933. However, this
heritage is still present in
local customs; in some
cultures to get a bride, a
groom must bring a certain
number of golden-edged
clam shells as a bride price.
In other regions, bride price
is paid in lengths of shell
money, pigs, cassowaries or
cash; elsewhere, bride price
is unknown and it is brides
who must pay the dowry.
People of the Highlands
engage in colourful local
rituals that are called
“sing sings”. They paint
themselves, and dress up
with feathers, pearls and
animal skins to represent
birds, trees or mountain
spirits. Sometimes an
important event, such as a
legendary battle, is enacted
at such a musical festival.
Although modern life
continues to transform
life in Papua New Guinea,
the embracing of tradition
is impressive. Faith is a
fundamental part of life
in PNG and is regularly
practised.
A traditional habit of
the nation is the custom
of chewing betel nut.
Although it now tends to
be restricted, a betel nut
chewer invariably displays
a mouth stained bright red.
A wad of betel consists of
four materials that create
a sweet, bitter, hot and
pungent taste. Old medical
books insist the benefits
include leaving the mouth
fresh and fragrant, helping
to reduce bad temper and
generally relax and promote
a feeling of well being.
On the Sepik River, there
is a famous tradition of
wood carving, often in the
form of plants or animals,
representing ancestor
spirits.
Sea shells are no longer
the currency of Papua New
Guinea, as they were in
some regions – sea shells
were abolished as currency
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History of the nation’s capital
Port Moresby is an interesting city where people from
across the nation come to work. Today there are dozens
of different tribal groups within the city, however only two
can truly call it home: the Motu and Koitabu. The native
people of the Port Moresby area are descendents of
Polynesian people. The Motu have a long tradition as a
sea-going people and arrived, it is thought, less than 2000
years ago. Motu villages were built on stilts over Moresby
Harbour. Hanuabada (“Great Village”) was the largest of
their communities and still exists today. The stilt houses
can also be seen at Koki Village near Town and Tubuseraia down the Magi Hwy.
Local travel
In PNG, road conditions are generally poor. During the wet season (November to May), flash
floods and landslides, particularly on stretches of the Highlands Highway between Lae and Mount
Hagen, can result in road closures and extensive travel delays. Severe flooding in Oro Province in
November 2007 caused significant damage to major roads and bridges throughout the province.
Restoration and rehabilitation is continuing and travellers should expect delays.
A regular occurrence in Port Moresby at night are police roadblocks to check vehicle registrations.
Port Moresby’s public transport is limited to taxis and PMVs (Public Motor Vehicles). It is
recommended that as there is no monitoring of these PMVs and due to unreliability due to
poor maintenance, these are a target for criminals and should be avoided. Vehicles hired from a
reputable car hire company, reputable taxi company or hotel transport are a safer alternative.
The first European to visit was Captain John Moresby in 1873, after whom the harbour was named.
In 1888 Port Moresby became the capital of the newly declared British New Guinea. In the first
decade of the 1900s the territory was handed to Australia.
An accepted fact of life in PNG are the delays and cancellations of international and domestic
flights, which occur on a regular basis. Passengers should check with airlines and be prepared for
the possibility of extended delays at airports.
Several factors impacted upon the development of Port Moresby. With the gold rushes in Wau
and Bulolo and Rabaul, the city of Lae overshadowed Port Moresby until WWII. The Japanese
occupation of northern New Guinea was halted by the famous Kokoda Track fighting and
safeguarded the city of Port Moresby. Both Lae and Rabaul sustained significant damage during
the war, and as a result Port Moresby remained the choice as capital.
Venomous snakes are common in Papua New Guinea. There is usually an increase in the number
of snake bite cases reported during the wet season.
Port Moresby refers to both the urbanised area of the National Capital District (NCD) and to what
is known locally as the “town”.
Local laws
Climate
PNG enjoys a hot, tropical climate at sea
level, cooling towards the Highlands which
also cause climatic variation from one
area to another, affecting the southeast
trade winds and the northwest monsoons.
Temperatures on the coast vary between
25 to 30 degrees all year round. Two
monsoons control the weather. One, which
occurs between December and March,
which is responsible for most of the rain
(the northwest monsoon) and the Southeast
monsoon (May to October) which brings a
slight seasonal temperature variation. The
wet season for the capital city is usually from
December to April.
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When walking, trekking or travelling into remote areas of PNG, a high degree of caution is
necessary and you should ensure you only travel with guides from reputable trekking companies.
This is particularly important given the occasional threats by villagers to close parts of the track due
to local land and compensation disputes. Trekkers should check with their travel agent and/or tour
operator that they have contingency plans in the event that the track is blocked.
When you are in Papua New Guinea, be aware that local laws and penalties, including
ones that appear harsh by Australian standards, do apply to you. Penalties for treason,
murder and piracy include the death sentence.
Homosexual acts are illegal and punishable by imprisonment. Overt public displays of
affection by persons of the same sex should be avoided.
It is recommended that you familiarise yourself generally with the laws of Papua New
Guinea. There are very strict laws relating to the possession and sale of pornographic
material and penalties include imprisonment. Adultery is a criminal offence and
punishment may include imprisonment.
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Local customs
You should be aware that the traditional custom of ‘payback’ is often practised in Papua
New Guinea. Those who engage in illegal or inappropriate sexual or financial relations run
the risk of extrajudicial responses from offended parties. Demands for compensation for
property damage, including to livestock, are common.
There are conservative standards of dress and behaviour in Papua New Guinea. You
should take care not to offend.
You should seek permission before taking photographs of individuals and cultural sites (for
example, spirit houses).
How are you going
to make it?
ASK your bank.
Wherever you are. Whatever you do.
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Diving
Experiencing Port
Moresby and PNG
What you will discover about Port Moresby is that it is a unique and interesting place.
Conversations with expats and locals will leave you with colourful impressions of a city that
is best remembered for its people. It’s interesting to note that PNG locals start counting
from the CBD and refer/name suburbs by the notion of distance: 1 mile, 2 mile, 3 mile.
PNG golf, diving and things to do in Port Moresby
Golf
Port Moresby’s own 18-hole golf course, located in Waigani at the end of Magani Crescent
behind Parliament House, is surprisingly challenging and well-patronised. Keen golfers can
join the golf club. There are regular tournaments held throughout the year.
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Some of the world’s
most magnificent dive
sites are located off
Papua New Guinea’s
shores and there are
literally hundreds
of prime snorkel or
dive spots to choose
from. Close to Port
Moresby is the reef
behind Fisherman’s
Island, at the east side
of Basilisk Passage
(the entrance to the
harbour), and at The
Finger, a long coral
ridge with a drop-off
on one side and white
sand on the other.
There are wreck dives
on offer here with
a sunken trawler,
the New Marine
No7 and the small
MV Kupiki proving
attractive to divers.
Loloata Island Resort,
only 15 minutes
away from Jacksons
International Airport
and Port Moresby,
tailors itineraries to
over 25 dive sites
to suit individual
requirements. The
Dive Centre at the
Airways Hotel Poolside
offers the Dive
Centre and day trips
on MV Solatai as a
great easy option for
divers. Indeed, there
are a variety of dive
options out of Port
Moresby which travel
to the Eastern Fields,
Milne Bay and other
excellent locations
along the coast.
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Tennis
Trekking
Courage, endurance,
mateship, sacrifice. This
is Kokoda, the famous
96km track that brings the
experience of a lifetime.
Taking from five to ten
days to walk (depending
on fitness and conditions),
the track allows you to
follow in the footsteps of
the Australian Digger and
journey through the rugged
mountains, rainforests and
untamed streams from
the Central Province side
of the trail at the back of
Moresby to Kokoda in Oro
Province. An adventure
that will be remembered
forever, the track passes
through remote, rugged
country and it’s advisable to
use guides. A short day walk
can be done on the first
part of the trail from Owers
Corner to Imita Ridge. The
Goilala District has excellent
hiking around Woitape and
Tapini on trails established
by missionaries, or you can
climb Mount Albert Edward
(3990m). Accommodation
is available in these remote
villages. You are advised to
take a guide and use a tour
company.
Flight-seeing
A view from the air shows
the amazing diversity of
the Papua New Guinean
landscape. The ‘milk run’
to Woitape, Ononge,
Fane and Tapini villages
by air is a great way to
understand the amazing
terrain that contributes to
PNG’s reputation for being
the home of one of the
world’s most challenging
geographical countries in
the world. This birds-eye
view is ideal for those short
of time. Some of these
village airstrips are very
exciting.
Surfing
Who knew that PNG
could be known as a surf
destination? The word is
out that there are ideal
surfing spots to be found.
Just ten minutes out of
Port Moresby is Taurama
Point – connecting with reef
systems that stretch along
the southern seaboard
all the way to Milne Bay
Province. The northern side
of the country has premier
surfing locations, including
Vanimo and around Kavieng
in New Ireland Province.
Fishing
“feel the silent whispers of
courage, mateship and sacrifice
for those who came before…”
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For the adventurer and
fishing enthusiast, there
are great opportunities to
get away and enjoy the
PNG fishing experience
and still be only a few
hours from Port Moresby.
With a variety of fishing
locations on offer around
Port Moresby there is good
reason to take a break.
There is also the Port
Moresby Game Fishing Club
where you can join the really
keen fishermen. Regular
tournaments are held
throughout the year.
A game of tennis is a great way to keep fit and it’s so easy
to enjoy a game in PNG. Some of the local social and
sporting clubs have tennis courts and there is also the
Port Moresby Tennis Club. The bigger accommodation
complexes usually have tennis courts for use by their
tenants and guests.
Squash
Squash is a game that has quite a following in PNG.
There are a number of squash courts available. Regular
tournaments are held and well publicised. Location of squash courts include: Life Gym
at The Holiday Inn Sports Complex, the Aviat Club, Port Moresby Country Club, Airways
Hotel Sports Complex and at several of the larger accommodation complexes.
Exploring Port Moresby
and surrounds
Sogeri Plateau
The ideal getaway from the city is Sogeri, lying at 600m and 46km inland. This is the
cooler, greener alternative to Port Moresby. How to get there? Sogeri Road leaves Sir
Hubert Murray Highway near the airport and follows the Laloki River, climbing above the
gorge with a view of spectacular Rouna Falls. Following the road through the lush hills
leads to Varirata National Park.
This is a most scenic part of PNG. The next road left, marked by the Kokoda monument,
goes to Owers Corner and the start of the Kokoda Trail. Crystal Rapids is a favourite picnic
destination where you can also swim for a small fee, and Sirinumu Dam are along the next
road right, or continue straight ahead to Sogeri. On Sundays a small market here sells fruit
and vegetables and you can see traditional life in a most picturesque setting.
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Varirata National Park
PNG plays host to a huge variety of birds
including most of the bird of paradise
species in the world. This national park
has a plentiful supply of all kinds of
birdlife and wallabies are quite common.
Security should be considered prior to any
excursion.
Loloata Island
Loloata Island is the easy getaway from
Port Moresby. Ideal for a day or a weekend
escape, it lies off Bootless Bay and offers
diving, snorkelling, fishing, sail boarding or
just relaxing. Bootless Bay is about 20 km
from Moresby, reached by turning right at
Six Mile and following the Magi Highway.
The resort ferry leaves the Tahira Boating
Centre at 8.30 am and 3.30 pm, or 5.15 pm
Fridays.
Yule Island
PNG’s tradition of faith is evident in a
visit to the large Catholic mission at Yule
Island which was founded in 1885 and
for a while the island was a government
headquarters. Accommodation is available
at the Carmelite convent (phone 325 8023)
which is in the original nuns’ cells. Fishing,
swimming, history and good scenery are
the attractions. The drive from Moresby is
160km (3 hours) via the Hiritano Highway,
turning off to Poukama you travel via canoe
to the island. Otherwise, fly directly to
Kairuku Village.
Parliament Haus
In 1984 Prince Charles officially opened the
impressive Parliament Haus. This landmark
building in Port Moresby showcases many
unique PNG architectural styles: the main
building is in the style of a Maprik, or Sepikstyle, haus tambaran , while the attached,
circular cafeteria building follows Highland
design principles. The façade features a
mosaic of unmistakably PNG motifs.
Stylised kundu drums (an hourglass-shaped
drum with lizard skin) are the symbol used
to open the doors into a large chamber.
Inside, huge Sepik masks share space
with an outstanding butterfly collection,
including the native Queen Alexandra’s
Birdwing (the world’s largest at 30cm
wingspan across), beetles and some very
large stick insects. Photography inside
Parliament Haus is forbidden.
Bomana War Cemetery
The Bomana War Cemetery is one of the
frequently visited tourist attractions in Port
Moresby. Established in the year 1942, it is
situated along the road to Sogeri, about
19 kms north of Port Moresby. Soldiers
who lost their lives fighting in Papua
and Bougainville are buried in the burial
grounds in the surrounding areas where
the fighting took place. This is a large and
carefully tended cemetery, where 4000 PNG
and Australian WWII soldiers are buried.
It’s a picturesque, serene and sobering
place. The sea of white marble headstones
and grassy courtyard surrounded by trees
is a memorable image that is visited by
thousands of visitors every year. It is a must
visit if you are in Port Moresby for ANZAC
Day which is celebrated 25 April each
year. ANZAC Day marks the anniversary
of the first major military action fought by
Australian and New Zealand forces during
the First World War. ANZAC stands for
Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.
The soldiers in those forces quickly became
known as ANZACs, and the pride they soon
took in that name endures to this day. The
gates of the Bomana War Cemetery close
at 4.00 pm.
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A flexible operating account is an essential part of any business. Our cheque accounts will
help you to manage your cash flow and maintain control of your business.
We offer two types of cheque accounts designed to help meet the needs of your business:
Ordinary cheque account
Primarily used as an operating account to manage your day to day banking and enables
for payment of goods and services by cheque. A regular statement is issued to assist with
reconciliation of the account. Other features of
our ordinary cheque accounts include:
• no minimum balance requirement
•all funds are “at call” i.e. there are no
withdrawal restrictions (for available funds)
•account is normally conducted on a credit
basis, however can be linked to an overdraft
facility (subject to standard credit criteria)
•account fees are determined by transaction
volume.
Business Management Account
The BMA is the ideal solution for investing surplus funds for short periods at very
competitive rates of interest. A cheque book is issued and funds can be withdrawn and
deposited at your discretion. Other features of our ordinary cheque accounts include:
• no minimum balance requirement
• all funds are “at call” i.e. there are no withdrawal restrictions (for available funds)
• account fees are determined by transaction volume.
We offer a range of international services to our business customers to help make your
overseas trade dealings easier.
Summary of business banking international services
Service/Product Name
Purpose
Letter of Credit
Secure payment for overseas trade deals
Forward exchange contract
Hedge fluctuations in exchange rates on international payments
Documentary credit
Payment for overseas trade
Telegraphic transfer
Transfer funds or make payments overseas in foreign currency or kina
International draft
Transfer funds or make payments overseas in foreign currency or kina
Foreign currency account
Hold foreign currency funds onshore
Loan products
At Bank of South Pacific we pride ourselves on helping our customers to select the most
appropriate finance package for their businesses. We offer very competitive interest rates
and fee structures and your BSP Relationship Manager is available to assist you, and visit
your place of business.
By working with you and your business, our managers are then able to offer practical and
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How we can help.
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Summary of BSP personal banking cheque accounts
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Product Name
Statement
Minimum Balance
Credit Interest
Ordinary cheque account
Monthly
No
No
Business management account
Monthly
No
Yes
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Merchant services
EFTPOS
EFTPOS has received widespread
acceptance throughout the country and can
be a valuable resource for your business. At
BSP we provide intensive merchant support
and look after more merchants than any
other provider.
The benefits of EFTPOS include:
•reduction of transaction costs and
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•improved cash management and
cartage costs
•a secure way of accepting payment for
goods and services
•reliable and well supported EFTPOS
network and hardware
•seven day merchant support from a
dedicated and well trained help desk
service and technical staff
For full details and more information on
how to become a BSP EFTPOS merchant
please contact your nearest branch or our
Electronic Banking Help Desk.
BillPay
BillPay is a payment service designed
to help large companies manage their
receipts. Essentially it allows consumers to
pay major household bills by telephone.
Naturally this is a convenient alternative for
customers and has the potential to reduce
business overheads. The service is still in
its infancy however is gradually gaining
acceptance.
Payroll services
KunduPei is an automated salary processing
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produce salary lists for direct credit to
employee bank accounts.
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Summary of BSP business banking term deposits
Product Name
Statement
Minimum Balance
Credit Interest
Fees
Term Deposits
No
K5000
Yes
Yes
KunduPei takes away much of the manual
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accounts and is a lot more cost effective.
KunduPei can be run as a stand-alone
programme or in many cases employers can
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payroll software for processing by the bank.
Salary credits processed by the bank are on
a real time basis.
KunduPei is a safe, timely and cost-efficient
way to process pays for your business.
Our electronic banking staff will load
the software and provide training at no
cost. Ongoing help desk support is also
provided.
Term deposits
A term deposit is a fixed-interest and fixedterm account that pays a higher rate of
interest than a cheque or savings account.
A BSP term deposit is ideal where you are in
a position to invest your funds for a period
of time to gain a better rate of return. Term
deposits can be a particularly useful cash
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Features of BSP Term Deposits include:
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can be added to the principal amount if
deposit is renewed
•fees only payable where the term
deposit is withdrawn prior to maturity.
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At BSP we understand the possibilities for investment in Papua New Guinea, particularly
Port Moresby.
We offer a range of international services to our personal customers to help make overseas
payments and travelling abroad easier.
We offer all kinds of banking products and solutions to help you achieve your goals and to
ensure you can get on with business.
Summary of personal banking international services
For further information on investing in Port Moresby talk to us.
Service/Product name
Purpose
Telegraphic transfer
Transfer funds or make payments overseas in foreign currency or kina
International draft
Transfer funds or make payments overseas in foreign currency or kina
Travellers cheques
Foreign currency funds for overseas travel
Foreign currency cash
Foreign currency funds for overseas travel
Foreign currency account
Hold foreign currency funds onshore
Personal and
motor vehicle loans
A BSP personal loan is ideal for buying a car, a boat, for a project or for some other
worthwhile purpose.
Repayments are structured to suit your income and remain fixed for the term of the loan,
helping you to budget your salary. The interest rate is also fixed for the loan term and we
offer competitive establishment fees.
Phone banking
Phone banking is an automated service operated from your telephone to obtain account
balances, transfer funds, check transactions and pay household bills.
BSP phone banking offers the convenience of doing your banking from home or the office.
It is a fee-free service and calls to our dedicated phone banking service are at the cost of a
local call only, from anywhere in PNG.
BSP phone banking is simple to operate, with voice prompts to guide you through each
transaction. You can also obtain assistance from our customer service representatives
between 8.00 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday.
To take advantage of the benefits of BSP phone banking, simply call us on 180 2888 to
register.
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Transaction accounts
Personal Cheque Account
Kundu Account
Enjoy the convenience of a cheque book
and KunduCard access.
The most convenient and easy way to
access your money.
Saving accounts
Smart Saver Account
With interest paid quarterly it’s the best way
to save.
Achiever Account
A savings account that allows you to save
for a special purpose and gives you access
to your money when you need it
MONEY TRANSFER
BSP is PNG’s exclusive agent for Western
Union – the world’s most trusted name for
international financial transference.
Simply visit any BSP Branch or call 322
9100.
There are many instances when you may
need to utilise Western Union’s speed and
convenience:
•sending money home to your family
•emergency funds – needed when on
overseas business, study or holiday
•to celebrate important events… allowing
families to get together or as a gift
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Ease and simplicity
Money is given in full to the person
designated by the sender, even if he or she
does not have an identity card.
Reliable: Security is guaranteed with a
control number – the money is fully paid to
the right person.
Fast: The money is transferred in minutes
thanks to a worldwide and confidential
computerised network.
Convenience: No bank account or
membership is required with 150,000
locations in over 190 countries.
EFTPOS: Electronic Funds Transfer Point Of Sale is a convenient, safe and cost-efficient
way of paying for your goods and services and obtaining cash. Access to EFTPOS is
available with the KunduCard at a large number of participating stores and businesses
throughout PNG. BSP has the largest EFTPOS network in the country and is growing
rapidly.
KunduCard: KunduCard is a debit card that gives you access to EFTPOS and BSP’S
network of over 150 ATMs throughout PNG.
ATMs: Automatic Teller Machines are located in over 150 locations throughout the country
– the largest banking network in PNG. They are a convenient and cost-effective way to
withdraw cash, top up phone cards and in Port Moresby, most operate 24-hours-a-day.
BillPay: BillPay is a joint initiative of the major banks in PNG. It is used in conjunction with
BSP.online and BSP phone banking, and to pay household bills. BillPay is simple to use
and fee-free.
SMS Banking: Everyday banking convenience by using your mobile phone. Check
balances and recent transactions and transfer money between BSP accounts. Registration
is conditional upon holding a KunduCard and BSP bank account.
Visa Debit Card: Convenient banking. Make cash withdrawals at any ATM with Visa Plus
access worldwide. Shop and pay at any participating VISA merchant worldwide. Make
internet transactions anywhere Visa is accepted.
Other services
BSP offers a range of other banking services
designed to make your banking experience
more convenient and simple. Some of our
more commonly used products and services
include:
6013 5678 9876 5432
4896
BSP.online: Suite of internet banking
products for personal banking and business
banking customers. Offers a safe and
convenient way of accessing your account
transaction history, transferring funds
between your linked accounts and paying
regular bills such as Telikom accounts using
BillPay. For business banking customers,
payments can be made to third parties.
GOOD
THRU
06/12
MR BANK S. PACIFIC
BSP
Have you applied yet?
VISA DEBIT CARD
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ATM/branch locations
Branch ID#
Branch
Address
8332
AITAPE
8317
Branch ID#
Branch
Address
Telephone
Facsimile
ATM’s
8324
LAE MARKET
PO BOX 1263 LAE
473 9888
472 3004
3
OFFSITE
LAE - PAPINDO ERIKU
ATM ONLY
1
OFFSITE
LAE - VELE RUMANA
ATM ONLY
2
OFFSITE
LAE - RAMU SUGAR
ATM ONLY
1
8974
LIHIR
PO BOX 38 LIHIR
986 4052
986 4056
4
Telephone
Facsimile
ATM’s
PO BOX 6 AITAPE
857 2042
857 2018
1
ALOTAU
PO BOX 260 ALOTAU
641 1024
641 1335
3
8331
BIALLA
PO BOX 182 BIALLA
983 1095
983 1093
2
8334
LORENGAU
PO BOX 147 LORENGAU
470 9244
470 9295
2
OFFSITE
BIALA - HARGY
ATM ONLY
1
8960
MADANG
PO BOX 815 MADANG
852 1222
852 1235
3
8943
BOROKO BANKING CENTRE
PO BOX 1143 BOROKO
5
OFFSITE
MADANG PLAZA
ATM ONLY
4
OFFSITE
BOROKO - GARDEN CITY
ATM ONLY
2
OFFSITE
MADANG BUTCHERY
ATM ONLY
1
OFFSITE
BOROKO - ORI LAVI
ATM ONLY
2
OFFSITE
MADANG - MARTIN TSANG
ATM ONLY
1
8336
BUKA
PO BOX 245 BUKA
973 9752
973 9909
3
OFFSITE
MADANG - DIVINE WORD
UNIVERSITY
ATM ONLY
1
8300
BULOLO
PO BOX 86 BULOLO
474 5366
474 5295
2
8333
MAPRIK
PO BOX 525 MAPRIK
858 1317
858 1220
1
8951
COMMERCIAL CENTRE
PO BOX 1710 BOROKO
325 5999
325 5549
1
8315
MENDI
PO BOX 86 MENDI
549 1070
549 1224
3
8335
DARU
PO BOX 61 DARU
645 9062
645 9078
1
8316
MORO
BSP MAIL BAG
275 5808
275 5811
2
OFFSITE
GEREHU - RAINBOW
ATM ONLY
1
8307
MOUNT HAGEN
PO BOX 77 MT HAGEN
542 1877
542 3687
7
OFFSITE
GEREHU - UNIVERSITY OF PNG
ATM ONLY
1
8333
POPONDETTA
PO BOX 83 POPONDETTA
329 7171
329 7085
3
GORDONS - ATM LOBBY NEXT TO
GORDONS COMMERCIAL CENTRE
OFFSITE
POPONDETTA - HIGATURU
ATM ONLY
OFFSITE
ATM ONLY
2
8950
321 3741
2
GORDONS - RH HYPERMART
ATM ONLY
PO BOX 173 PORT
MORESBY
321 2444
OFFSITE
PORT MORESBY - DOUGLAS
STREET
8294
PORT MORESBY - BRANCH
PO BOX 78 PORT MORESBY
321 1999
321 1236
5
8301
GOROKA
PO B0X 84 GOROKA
OFFSITE
PORT MORESBY - CROWNE PLAZA
KWIKCASH - ATM ONLY
1
OFFSITE
GOROKA - BIRD OF PARADISE
HOTEL
ATM ONLY
2
OFFSITE
PORT MORESBY - HABOUR CITY
ATM ONLY
1
8321
KAINANTU
PO BOX 255 KAINANTU
737 1065
737 1172
3
OFFSITE
PORT MORESBY - JACKSON
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
ATM ONLY
1
8302
KAVIENG
PO BOX 45 KAVIENG
984 2066
984 2383
3
OFFSITE
ATM ONLY
1
8311
KIMBE
PO BOX 203 KIMBE
983 5166
983 5034
4
PORT MORESBY - POM GENERAL
HOSPITAL, 3MILE
OFFSITE
KIMBE - KBSA
ATM ONLY
1
8318
TABUBIL
PO BOX 13 TABUBIL
548 9179
548 9185
4
OFFSITE
KIMBE - LA GALOMO
ATM ONLY
1
8319
VANIMO
PO BOX 209 VANIMO
857 1209
857 1201
2
8970
WABAG
PO BOX 93 WABAG
547 1045
547 1270
3
OFFSITE
KIMBE - MOSA
ATM ONLY
1
8968
WAIGANI DRIVE
PO BOX 211 WAIGANI
325 6788
325 6712
3
8328
KIUNGA
PO BOX 16 KIUNGA
548 1073
548 1264
3
8202
WAIGANI BANKING CENTRE
PO BOX 169 WAIGANI
325 9166
325 8593
6
8964
KOKOPO
PO BOX 132 KOKOPO
982 8506
982 9285
4
OFFSITE
WAIGANI - HAUS TISA
ATM ONLY
1
OFFSITE
KOKOPO - TROPICANA
ATM ONLY
OFFSITE
WAIGANI - MORAUTA HAUS
ATM ONLY
1
8313
KUNDIAWA
PO BOX 5 KUNDIAWA
735 1025
735 1079
3
OFFSITE
WAIGANI - VULUPINDI HAUS
ATM ONLY
1
8958
LAE COMMERCIAL
PO BOX 75 LAE
473 9888
472 2701
8
8306
WEWAK
PO BOX 71 WEWAK
8303
LAE BRANCH
PO BOX 104 LAE
473 9888
472 5962
2
54
323 2288
323 1566
1
732 1633
732 2792
3
1
1
856 2344
856 2850
6
Over 150 ATMs nationwide and expanding the network for your convenience.
It’s what you’d expect from your Bank.
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Directory
Key services/lifestyle
BUSINESS
Banking & Finance
BSP
Head Office, Cnr of Musgrave &
Douglas Streets
+675 321 1999
www.bsp.com.pg
KPMG Chartered Accountants
Mogoru Moto Building,
Champion Parade
+675 321 2022
www.kpmg.com
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Chartered Accountants
Deloitte Tower, Douglas Street
+675 308 7000
BUSINESS &
GOVERNMENT
ORGANISATIONS
Newspaper Publishers
South Pacific Post Ltd
(Publishers of the Post Courier)
Head Office Lawes Road,
Konedobu
+675 309 1000
www.postcourier.com.pg
The National (Pacific Star)
(Publishers of The National)
Waigani Drive
+675 324 6710
www.thenational.com.pg
BSP Commercial Centre
Morata Street, Gordons,
PO Box 1710 Boroko
Phone (675) 3255999
Fax (675) 3255549
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Credit House, Cuthbertson Street
+675 321 1500
www.pwc.com.pg
BSP Capital Limited
Macgregor Street
+675 321 4333
www.bspcapital.com.pg
Internal Revenue Commission
(IRC)
Champion Parade
+675 322 6600
www.irc.com.pg
Moore Printing
Head Office Scratchley Road
Badili
+675 321 0000
Email: sales@moore.com.pg
Bank of Papua New Guinea
Douglas Street
+675 322 7200
www.bankpng.gov.pg
Manufacturing,
Construction &
Engineering Services
Imprint Copy Centre
Champion Parade
+675 321 1511
Email: imprint@datec.net.pg
Kina Group
Head Office, Douglas Street
+675 309 3888
www.kina.com.pg
Port Moresby Stock Exchange
Cnr Champion Parade & Hunter
Street
+675 320 1980
www.pomsox.com.pg
Business Services
Blake Dawson Lawyers
Mogoru Moto Building,
Champion Parade
+675 309 2000
www.blakedawson.com
Gadens Lawyers
Pacific Place, Musgrave Street
+675 321 1033
Posman Kua Aisi Lawyers
+675 320 0127
Bradshaw Lawyers
ADF Haus,
+675 320 0449
Curtain Bros PNG Ltd
+675 321 2300
Email: main@curtainbros.com.pg
Hebou Constructions (PNG) Ltd
Saraga Street, Six Mile
+675 325 3077
Email: infor@constant.com.pg
L&A ILB (PNG) Ltd
Morea Tobo Road, Six Mile
+675 325 3999
www.laconstruction.com.pg
Email: sales@laconstruction.com.pg
Printers
Theodist Ltd
Waigani Drive
+675 325 6500
Email: sales@theodist.com.pg
Treid Print (PNG) Ltd
Varahe Street, Gordons
+675 325 6609
Email timesprint@daltron.com.pg
Superannuation
Consultants
Monier (PNG) Ltd
Saraga Street, Six Mile
+675 325 3344
Nambawan Super Limited
Head Office, Era Rumana Building
+675 309 5200
www.nambawansuper.com.pg
Bishop Brothers Engineering Ltd
Head Office, Waigani Drive
+675 325 1088
www.bishopbros.com.pg
Email: sales@bishopbros.com.pg
National Superannuation Fund
Limited
Head Office, Boroko
+675 325 9522
www.nasfund.com.pg
Steel Industries Ltd
Goroa Street, Gordons
+675 325 3433
Email: sales@steelindustries.com.pg
Aon Consulting (PNG) Limited
MacGregor Street
+675 322 4544
www.aon.com.au
Australian High Commission
Waigani, POM
+675 325 9333 (Recommend that
all inward bound expats register
upon arrival)
New Zealand High Commission
Waigani, POM
+675 325 9444
Australian Trade Commission
(Austrade)
+675 325 9333 (Switchboard at
AHC)
Australia-Papua New Guinea
Business Council
Contact through the Business
Council of PNG
+675 320 0700
Business Council of PNG
+675 320 0700
Institute of National Affairs (INA)
Hunter Street, POM
+675 321 1044
Investment Promotion Authority
Level 3 Credit House,
Cuthbertson Street
+675 321 7311
www.ipa.gov.pg
Manufacturers Council of PNG
+675 325 9512
Lae Chamber of Commerce &
Industry
+675 472 2340
Pacific Islands Trade & Investment
Commission (PITIC)
C/- Lae Chamber of Commerce &
Industry
+675 472 2340
PNG Chamber of Commerce and
Industry (PNGCCI)
+675 320 3333
Port Moresby Chamber of
Commerce & Industry (POMCCI)
+675 321 3011
CLUBS, GYMNASIUMS
AND SPORTS
Clubs
The Tennis and Racquet Club
C/-Airways Hotel, Port Moresby
Health Club featuring state of
the art Techno Gym cardio and
strength equipment, lap pool,
squash courts, floodlit tennis
court, aerobics and exercise
room, a choice of professionally
organised classes and lessons,
massage rooms, male & female
steam rooms and saunas.
Gymnasiums
The Tennis and Racquet Club
C/- Airways Hotel, Port Moresby
+ 675 324 5200
The Royal Papua Yacht Club
+675 321 1700
Sports
Golf
Port Moresby Golf Club, Waigani
+675 325 5367
The golf club also has a Thursday
weekly ladies morning called
JUGS (Just Us Girls). Beginners
and experienced players are
welcome.
Tennis
Port Moresby Tennis Club,
Boroko
+675 321 1421
Aviat Sports Club +675 321 4261
The Papuan Club
(Male members only)
Sporting equipment
Brian Bell
Plaza, Gordons
+675 325 5411
FAMILY/WOMEN
Beauty: Hairdressers
Chatterbox Hair & Beauty Salon
Ground Floor ANG Haus,
Hunter Street
+675 320 1733
Jazlee Hair Design
Ela Beach Hotel
+675 320 2090
Trends Beauty Salon
Boroko, POM
+675 323 2318
Beauty: Spa Centres
Spa Pua
Located Harbour City
(Trends Beauty Salon group)
+675 3212808
The Airways Hotel
+675 324 5200
Crowne Plaza Hotel
+675 309 3000
Child Care Centres
Sailing
(Pee Wee Sailing Club – Children
under the age of 12)
Sail every Saturday morning at the
RPYC
Peter Pan International Pre-School
& Play School
24 Moru Street, East Boroko,
+675 325 4772
Yachting & Water sports
Royal Papua Yacht Club (RPYC)
+675 321 1700
Sunny Bunny’s Kindergarten
Boroko Drive,
+675 325 1186
Canoeing
Konedobu Kanu Klab
+675
Jack & Jill Pre-school and Child
Minding Centre
Henao Drive Gordon
+675 325 3208
Hash House Harriettes
+675
The Port Moresby Country Club:
Waigani Drive
Contact: +675 325 4906
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Diving
The Dive Centre:
Located at the Airways Hotel
+675 323 1355
Ela Beach International Pre-School
Ela Beach Road
+675 3214304
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Education
The Ela Murray International
School
www.elamurray.ac.pg
Gordons International School
P.O. Box 1825, Boroko
+675 325 4088
Korobosea – Boroko East
International School
+675 325 5358
POM Grammar School
P.O. Box 276
Boroko +675 325 3166
St. Josephs International
Catholic College
Cnr Vaivai & Boroko Drive
POM
+675 325 3733
Florists
Linden Blosson Flower Shop
Poreporena Hwy, Gordons
+675 325 4868
PNG Gardener Flower Shop
Brian Bell Home Centre
+675 311 2471
Health: Clinics
CNR Vaivai & Mavaru Street,
Boroko
+675 325 6633
Paradise Private Hospital
Taurama Road
Dr. Misi Lam/Dr Glenn Mola
+675 325 6022
Pacific International Hospital
4 Mile PMV Stop
+675 323 4400
Ela Medical Group
Lawes Road, POM
+675 320 0585
Port Moresby General Hospital
(See other listings)
Two Mile, Boroko
+675 324 8200
Health: Pharmacy
Johnsons Pharmacy
Tabari Place Boroko and Spring
Garden Road, Goroko (Safer
location to Boroko)
+675 325 5336
Email: sales@johnstons.com.pg
City Pharmacy
Level 1 Steamships Plaza,
Champion Parade
+675 320 1033
The Ma Clinic
Herbal Medicine
Cameron Road, Gordons
+675 323 0388
Chemcare Pharmacies
Harbour City
+675 321 1982
Chiropractor
Ruta Place, Gordons
+675 717 83816
Email: pngchiropractic@yahoo.com.au
Jewellers
House of Gemini
ANG House, Hunter Street,
+ 675 321 1860
www.houseofgemini.com
Health: Dentists
Mills Dental Care
Deloitte Tower
+675 320 0600
Email: jcmills@daltron.com.pg
Health: Medical - Hospital
Port Moresby Medical Service
A medical centre that is licensed
for emergency evacuation –
Medivac
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Kara Jewellers Ltd
Brian Bell Plaza, Boroko
+675 325 6091
Email: kara@datec.com.pg
Jewellery PNG
Koitachi Haus, Spring Garden
Road, Gordons
+675 325 5361
Email: jewellerypng@datec.net.pg
Charity/Clubs
Cheshire Homes – Home for
Disabled Children
P.O. Box 1306 Boroko,
Wards Road, Port Moresby
Tel:+675 325 5937
Susu Mamas
C/-Lana Kami P.O. Box 5857, Boroko,
Taurama Road POM
+675 325 2528
Rotary Club of Boroko
Contact Port Moresby Chamber of
Commerce
Tel:+675 321 3077
All Nations Women’s Club
Meet the first Wednesday of each
month at the Holiday Inn
+675 303 2000
(fundraising/social network
organisation for all nationalities)
National Council of Women
P.O. Box 154, University
Tauriganika Drive, POM
+675 326 0375
A club for working women
Anglicare Stop Aids PNG
Koura Way, POM
+675 325 1855
Australian Volunteers
International
C/- POM Chamber of Commerce
& Industry
+675 320 0913
City Mission
Hubert Murray Highway
+675 320 0606
Hope Worldwide
Boroko
+675 325 6901
Scout Association
Champion Road, POM
+675 321 4666
Girl Guides Association
Champion Road, POM
+675 321 7699
Hobbies/Sports/Clubs
Food: Restaurants
Craft/Painting/Book Club
Contact: Marilyn Ward (resident)
at Crowne Plaza Hotel
Asia Aromas Chinese Cuisine Ground Floor,
Steamships Plaza
+675 321 4780
Royal Orchid Society of PNG
Contact: Chairman: Justin
Tkatchenko at PNG Gardener
(pnggardener@daltron.com.pg)
Secretary: Maree Berry (gberry@
daltron.com.pg
(Meet 1st Saturday of each month
at PNG Gardener’s Officer on
Waigani Drive – Please check as
this may have changed)
The Round Haus
Chinese Cuisine (yum cha on
Sunday mornings)
Boroko
+675 325 8899
Bridge Society
Meet every Wednesday at 8.30 at
the Ela Beach Hotel. Beginners
are welcome. Contact Marilyn
Ward (resident), Crowne Plaza
Hotel
Grand Palace Seafood
Restaurant
Chinese Cuisine – yum cha
C- RH Hypermart (Upstairs)
+675 311 2826
Golden Bowl
Chinese Cuisine
Haus Tomakala, Waigani POM
+675 325 1656
Mah-jong
Monday afternoon commencing
at 13:00 at the Royal Papua Yacht
Club. Contact: contact via RPYC
Magi Seafood Restaurant
(Chinese – chilli and salt and
pepper crabs when in season)
Koitachi Haus, Poreporena
Freeway, Gordons
+675 323 3918
Canasta
Tuesday afternoon commencing
at 13:00 at the Royal Papua Yacht
Club. Contact: unknown, Yacht
Club will be able to provide direct
contact.
Seoul Haus
Korean Cuisine
Hubert Murray Highway
5-mile
+675 325 2231
FOOD: EATING IN,
EATING OUT
Food: Catering & Functions
Ela Beach Hotel Beachside
Brasserie
+675 308 5520
Asia Aromas
Ground Floor, Steamships Plaza
+675 321 4780
Food: Delicatessens
The Airways Hotel – Deli Bar
located poolside.
Boroko Foodworld and SVS
Harbour City
Stock imported cheese and
meats etc.
Bacchus Restaurant,
Airways Hotel (Five star)
Jacksons Parade +675 324 5341
The Beachside Brasserie Pizza
Restaurant
Ela Beach Road
+675 308 5520
Daikoku Japanese Restaurant SVS Foodland, Harbour City
+675 321 0255
Jepello Restaurant
Italian
Croton Street off Waigani Drive
+675 323 6800
Palazzo Restaurant
Mediterranean Cuisine (Indian/
Greek dishes)
Lamana Hotel
+675 323 2333
The Café
Crowne Plaza Hotel
+675 309 3000
The Airways Hotel
Lunchtime and dinner buffet
and à la carte. Airport views.
Delicatessen suitable for casual,
lunchtime/dinner.
+675 3245200
Food: Supermarkets
Boroko Foodworld
+325 7566
RH Hypermart
Kennedy Road, Gordons
+675 325 0972
Email: info@rhtrading.com.pg
SVS Foodland
Harbour City, Port Moresby
+675 321 1111
TST
Hubert Murray Highway
323 2500
J Mart
(Located near airport)
323 6848
Stop n Shop
Port Moresby Town
Boroko
Waigani
320 0827
325 5180
325 1517
Clubs
Royal Papua Yacht Club
Poreporena Freeway
+675 321 1700 www.rpyc.com.pg
Aviat Social & Sporting Club Inc
Aviat Street, Konedobu
+675 321 4261
Email: aviat@datec.net.pg
The Papuan Club
Location: Downtown
Male members only
HOME/PERSONAL
Air Cargo Agents
Air Niugini Cargo
Jacksons Airport
+675 327 3211
Email: cargo.res@airniugini.com.
pg
DHL
Head Office, Kittyhawk Street,
Six Mile
+675 302 6555
www.dhl.com
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TNT Air Cargo
Head Office, Jacksons Parade
+675 325 2411
Email: pom.sales@pngaf.kenmore.
com.pg
Niu Ford
Distributor of Ford
Cameron Road
+675 325 4546
Express Mail Service (EMS)
Papua New Guinea
+675 300 3775 Toll Free 180 2999
Email: ems.bko@postpng.com.pg
Crosbie Tyres
Koani Street, Gordons
+675 325 5700
(Priority given to expat ladies with
flat tyres)
Airlines PNG
(Air Cargo Services – within PNG )
+675 325 2011
Dunlop Tyres
Gabaka Street, Gordons
+675 325 5444
Qantas Freight
+675 327 3287
Car Hire
Avis Rent-A-Car
Head Office, Jacksons Parade,
Seven Mile
+675 324 9400
Email: reservations@avis.com.pg
Hertz
Head Office, Jacksons
International Airport
+675 325 4999
Email: hertzres@leasemaster.com.
pg
Budget Rent a Car
Off Waigani Drive
+675 3236244
Car Dealers & Tyre
Dealers
Ela Motors Ltd
Distributor of Toyota, Yamaha,
Hino, Daihatsu, Renault, Mack
Head Office, Scratchley Road,
Badili
+675 322 9400
www.elamotors.com.pg
Email: popmadmin@elamotors.com.pg
Dressmakers
Kokoda Tailoring Limited
Morata Street, Gordons
+675 325 3086
Dressmakers material
Wholesalers/
Manufacturers
Luk Poy Wai Tailoring Ltd
POM
+675 323 2136
Dry cleaners
Pro-Clean Dry Cleaners
Barton Place
Badili.
+675 321 7258
Spic N Span
Hubert Murray Hwy
POM
+675 321 7400
Electrical Contractors
POM Electrical Co. Ltd
P.O. Box 5555,
BOROKO
+675 325 3533
Employment Agencies
Boroko Motors Ltd
Distributors of Nissan, Mitsubishi,
Isuzu, Mercedes, Hummer, Honda
Head Office, Cnr Waigani Drive &
Cameron Road
+675 325 5111
www.borokomotors.com.pg
Email: info@borokomotors.com.pg
Manpower Management
Services Ltd
P.O. Box 1739, POM
+675 321 5491
PNG Motors
Distributors of Mazda, Hyundai &
Suzuki
+675 325 5788
Bridgestone Tyres (PNG) Ltd
Kennedy Road, Gordons
+675 325 6266
Vanguard International
P.O. Box 150, POM
+675 321 7464
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Pacifica HR
P.O. Box 480, POM
+675 320 3095
Wokman Ltd
P.O. Box 2530, Boroko
+675 321 0800
Pest Control
Furniture, Audio Visual &
Electrical Equipment
Brian Bell Home Centre
Kennedy Road, Gordons
+675
Email: bbsales@brianbell.com.pg
Complete Pest Control
Six Mile
+675 323 0111
Email: compestctl@datec.net.pg
Plumbers
Fletcher Morobe Constructions Ltd
(Furniture manufacturers)
Six Mile
+675 325 3144
Niugini Plumbing Services Ltd
(after-hours service available)
P.O. Box 1856, Boroko, POM
+675 323 6565
Pryde Furniture – Boroko
Contact: Mike O’Connell
+675 325 4233
Real Estate Agencies
BNBM Home Centre
Kennedy Road, Gordons
+675 325 0633
Email: bnbmpng@daltron.com.pg
Esco Ltd (Electrical fittings)
Munahu Street, Gordons
+675 325 5300
Email: admin@pom.esco.com.pg
Keynote Music House
Brian Bell Plaza, Turumu Street,
Boroko
+675 325 6134
Email: sale@keynote.com.pg
Gas Suppliers
Brian Bell & Co Ltd (Services &
Spares)
Morata Street, Boroko
+675 325 8066
Insurance Brokers
Aon Risk Services
Aon Haus, MacGregor Street
+675 322 4500
Tower Insurance
Cuthbertson House
Cuthbertson Street
+675 321 1388
www.towerinsurance.com.pg
QBE Insurance (PNG) Limited
QI Building, Musgrave Street
+675 321 2144
www.qbe.com.pg
Locksmith
Ruswin PNG Locksmiths
Cameron Road, Waigani
+675 325 1970
Email: gm@ruswin.com.pg
Century21 Siule Real Estate
Hunter Street
+675 321 2121
www.century21.com.pg
LJ Hooker
Ground Floor, Deloitte Tower,
Douglas Street
+675 320 0738 Email: ljhooker.
portmoresby@ljhooker.com
Credit Corporate Properties
Credit House, Cuthbertson Street
+675 321 7767
www.credicorporation.com.pg
Real Estate Agents Association
Armit Street, POM
+675 320 0944
Security Services
G4S Secure Solutions Limited
Head Office, Port Moresby
+675 309 2222
Email: bmpom@prosec.com.pg
Guard Dog Security Services
Head Office, Ago Street, Gordons
+675 325 9653
Email: dales@dalco.com.pg
Security System Ltd
Head Office, Port Moresby
+675 323 0277
Email: sales@dalco.com.pg
Stationery, Computer &
Office Equipment
Able Computing
Able Building, Waigani Drive,
Gordons
+675 325 2599
www.able.com.pg
Daltron Electronics
Cameron Road, Waigani
+675 302 2200
www.daltron.com.pg
Email: sales@daltron.com.pg
Datec (PNG) Ltd
Head Office & Sales
Poreporena Freeway, Gordons
www.datec.com.pg
ConXions Ltd
Kunai Street, Hohola
+675 325 6566
Email: sales@conxions.com.pg
Data Nets Ltd
AON Building, MacGregor Street
+675 320 0633
www.datanets.com.pg
NEC
First Heritage Centre, Islander Dr
+675 300 0300
Email: sales@nec.com.pg
Remington Technologies
Head Office
Poreporena Freeway, Gordons
+675 3231345
Travel Agencies
TE (PNG) Ltd
Cameron Road, Waigani
+675 325 6322
Email: info@tepng.com
Dalco International Ltd
+675 325 1811
Email: dalco@dalco.com.pg
Theodist Ltd
Head Office, Waigani Drive
+675 325 6500
Email: sales@theodist.com.pg
Supreme Industries Ltd
Cameron Road, Gordons
+675 323 6000
Email: sales@silpng.com
Supermarkets
Boroko Foodworld
+325 7566
RH Hypermart
Kennedy Road, Gordons
+675 325 0972
Email: info@rhtrading.com.pg
SVS Foodland
Harbour City, Port Moresby
+675 321 1111
Telecommunication
Equipment
Telikom PNG
Head Office, Era Rumana
Building, Waigani
+675 300 5000
Digicel (PNG) Ltd
Head Office
+675 7222 2222
Bemobile
12, Datec Bld., Waigani Dr.
PO
Box 1055, Waigani
NCD, Papua
New Guinea
Ph: (+675) 325 9400,
9415, 9419, 9423
Fax: (+675) 325 9428
Air Niugini
International & Domestics
Telephone Sales
+675 327 3444
Arrival & Departure Information +675 327 3300
www.airniugini.com.pg
Airlines PNG
Level 1, Pacific Place,
Musgrave Street
International Travel Centre
+675 321 3400
Email: apng@apng.com
www.apng.com
Qantas Airways Ltd
Credit Haus, Cuthbertson Street
Telephone Sales
+675 308 3200
Flight Information
+675 325 1800
PNG Toll Free
+675 180 1222
Travel Services Ltd
1st Floor, SVS Foodland, Harbour City
+675 320 2468
Email: admin@travelservices.com.pg
Travel Express
Level 2, Haus Post, Boroko
+675 300 3830
www.postpng.com.pg
Email: travel@postpng.com.pg
Utilities
Eda Ranu Water Supply
Head Office, Aopi Centre, Waigani
+675 312 2133
24 Hour Hotline 312 2100
Email: infor@edaranu.com.pg
PNG Power
Head Office, PNG Power Building,
Hohola
+675 324 3200
Post PNG Postal Services
Port Moresby Branch,
POM Electrical Co. Ltd
P.O. Box 5555, BOROKO
+675 325 3533
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