To strengthen health outcomes in some of Papua New Guinea’s most remote communities, World Vision Papua New Guinea has received a donation of equipment to strengthen tuberculosis (TB) service delivery across North Fly District in Western Province.
Delivered through the PNG–Australia Partnership, the support will enhance access to essential TB services for communities along the northern parts of the Fly River and in other hard-to-reach areas, where distance and isolation continue to limit timely diagnosis and treatment.
To address these barriers, the Australian Government has donated a motorised dinghy, a standby generator and a high-capacity printer.
The dinghy will enable more reliable and cost-effective travel to remote communities, allowing health workers to conduct outreach activities more frequently.
Meanwhile, the standby generator will ensure continuity of operations, while the high-capacity printer will improve efficiency by enabling the in-house production of training and health communication materials, reducing delays and operational costs.
Western Province Health Authority, North Fly District Health Manager, Mr Rody Ukin, welcomed the support, noting its practical impact on service delivery.
“This equipment will significantly strengthen our ability to reach remote communities and provide timely TB services.
“Improved transport and reliable power will help ensure continuity of care and better health outcomes for people across North Fly.” Mr Ukin said.
Australia remains committed to working alongside Papua New Guinea to strengthen health systems and ensure that even the most remote communities can access essential TB care and services.
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Representatives of the Australian High Commission, World Vision and the Western Province Health Authority.
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