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.

What's New

On 20 November we launched the Community Justice Fund (CJF).

The CJF is looking to support local, grassroots initiatives that address gender-based violence, sorcery accusation related violence, and corruption. We also welcome projects focused on community safety, crime prevention, youth diversion, tribal violence prevention, access to justice, survivor support, gender equality, and building integrity in local institutions.

Caption: Family Support Centre - Hela are among the first recipients of a Community  Justice Fund (CJF) grant at the launch event of the CJF at the Australian HIgh Commission on 20 November 2024.

Learn more and find information on how to apply for a CJF grant here.

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