Welcome
Welcome to the website of the Australian High Commission in Papua New Guinea. We hope you find this website useful and informative.
Australia is a close friend and partner of PNG. Our relationship is strong on many levels. It is born of history and geography and covers the full range of bilateral interests. Close partnerships exist between governments, businesses and people in both countries.
The Australian Government shares a common aspiration for a stable and prosperous Papua New Guinea. Our assistance is designed to help the PNG Government achieve its key development goals.
Australia itself is a stable, democratic and multi-cultural society with a strong competitive economy and a tradition of scientific and innovative excellence. The quality of life enjoyed by people in Australia is one of the highest in the world. This website contains more information for people interested in going to Australia.
We would like to encourage all Australian citizens and permanent residents in PNG to subscribe to receive travel advice updates by visiting www.smartraveller.gov.au. Australian citizens and permanent residents in PNG can also connect with Smartraveller on Facebook and Twitter.
Voting in the 2023 Referendum
On 14 October 2023, Australians will be asked to vote in a referendum to alter the Constitution.
The Australian High Commission in Port Moresby and Consulate in Lae will be in-person voting centres and postal vote collection centres.
All eligible Australians living in or visiting Papua New Guinea will be able to vote.
To be eligible to vote, you must be enrolled. Please ensure that your enrolment details are up to date at the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) website.
In-person voting will be held at the High Commission in Port Moresby and Consulate in Lea.
Australian High Commission, Port Moresby
- Tuesday, 3 October 2023 to Friday, 6 October 2023, 9.00am and 4.00pm
- Saturday 7 October 2023, 10.00am and 2.00pm
- Monday, 9 October 2023 to Friday, 13 October 2023, 9.00am and 4.00pm
The Australian High Commission will host a democracy sausage sizzle on 7 October 2023, where proceeds will be donated to a local charity.
Consulate, Lae
- Monday, 9 October 2023 to Friday, 13 October 2023, 9.00am and 4.00pm
There will be no voting services on 14 October 2023. To gain entry to the High Commission and Consulate you will be requested to present your Australian passport.
Latest news​
Ministerial News:
PNGAusPartnership News:
-
Improving livelihoods through science and training
Potato production in Papua New Guinea is about to take a leap forward with the completion of a new tissue culture laboratory for the Fresh Produce Development Agency (FPDA) set to boost production in the country. -
Teach a community to build a nation: A literacy journey
Margaret Emmanuel has always wanted to be a changemaker in her community. That calling came about when she saw people in her local church struggling to read the Bible. That’s when she decided to teach literacy. -
Accessibility a critical outcome for the ANGAU Hospital redevelopment
A fundamental element of health care delivery is accessibility. Whether impaired by an illness or injury or living with a disability, being able to access and navigate a health care facility is the first step to receiving good care. -
Old friends reunite on task in PNG
The intertwining careers of two naval officers from Australia and Papua New Guinea continues to demonstrate the value of enduring friendship.
Australia’s world class universities, vocational programs, schools, scholarships and pathways to study
PNGAusPartnership - Development Cooperation in PNG
Doing business with Australia
