History: Gigira Laitebo? Answer: Papua New Guinea, has a founding myth – Gigira Laitebo – that an underground fire is kept alive by inhabitants poking sticks into the earth. ...
Miscellaneous Information : What is a 2 kina mewri? Answer: Ah! I think you are asking about a Two Kina Meri. A K2 meri is also referred to as a pamuk / bahmuk / bamuk ...
PNG People: Who is Puka Temu? Answer: He is a medical doctor, a Papuan from Central Province near Port Moresby, who spent six years working at the Royal Melbourne and Royal Prince ...
PNG People: Who was Laurie Crowley Answer: Laurie Crowley was a pioneering PNG aviator. He died on the 12th of June 2013.
Laurie Crowley (1920-2013) arrived in Papua New Guinea in 1948 and ...
PNG People: Who is Ian Kemish? Answer: Ian Kemish is (was 2010) the Australian High Commissioner to PNG.
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PNG People: Who was Andyson Kaspou? Answer: Andyson Bernard Kaspou was a poet from Manus. He died in early 2010. (Feb 28?) ...
PNG People: Who is Eric Aliawi? Answer: Captain Eric Aliawi from the Southern Highlands, a former Defence Force pilot, is a helicopter pilot working for Helifix.
He is from Fugwa village in the ...
PNG People: Who is Charles Maino Answer: Sir Charles Maino was a former Chief Ombudsman, a lawyer and a Mekeo leader. He died in August 2009.
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PNG People: Who was Sumasuma Answer:
SUMSUMA (1903?-1965), boat captain and New Guinea patriot, was born about 1903 at Sasa village on Boang Island, New Ireland, son of Tamapuat, of Ansingsing ...
PNG People: who is chairman of the NCM Answer: It is (or was - 2010) Valentine Kambori, MBE. He is chairman of the National Coordinating Mechanism (NCM). The NCM is the body responsible ...
Mountains: sounds like "Mt. yewel" Answer: I think this would be Mt Yule.
It is 10784 feet 93288 metres) in height. It is located in the Central province of PNG. It is ...
Provincial Information (general): Where is East New Britain Answer:
East New Britain lies between 4 and 6 degrees South of the Equator and was one of the first areas in PNG to be visited ...
World War: What does NADZAB stand for Answer:
I did know once but now I have forgotten. I believe it was the North American Defence Zone (Airforce?? Base??).
Does anyone know? Can you help?
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General: Who opened the 9th South Pacific Games held in PNG Answer: It was Prince Andrew representing his mother Queen Elizabeth II.
Who closed the 9th South Pacific Games held in PNG
Who opened the 15th Pacific Games
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Sport: Where is PNG ranked in Aussie Rules Answer: In 2010 PNG was ranked number two in the world behind the original home of Aussie Rules - Australia.
http://www.worldfootynews.com/article.php/20100720132903282"
I do not know of any other ...
Cricket: Where was Geraint Jones born Answer:
Geraint Owen Jones, MBE, was born on the 14 July 1976 in Kundiawa, Papua New Guinea. He has represented England in cricket. He is of ...
Cricket: When was cricket first played in PNG Answer:
Long before PNG became PNG cricket was introduced to the Territory of Papua by missionaries in the late 1800's (1890's)Cricket did not arrive in the ...
Games: How did the PNG athletes go at the 2004 Olympic Games Answer: The four athletes did very well in their respective sports.Ryan Pini managed to come 18th in the 100-metre butterfly event and Dika is now considered ...
Games: How many PNG athletes were there in the 2004 olympics Answer: Four athletes took part in the 2004 Olympics in their respective sports.Ryan Pini managed to come 18th in the 100-metre butterfly event and Dika Toua ...
Games: Where were the Third SP Games held Answer:
The Third South Pacific Games (1969) were held in Port Moresby PNG. The Duke and Duchess of Kent officiated at the opening ceremony in front ...
Games: Where were the Ninth SP Games held Answer:
The Ninth South Pacific Games were split between Port Moresby and Lae, PNG in 1991.
It was a mammoth task moving the athletes competing in Lae ...
Politics: Who founded the NA Answer: The National Alliance political party was originally formed by Masket Iangalio, John Nilkare, Bart Philemon, Sir Puka Temu. ...
Mountains: What are some of the volcanoes in PNG Answer: The following are volcanoes in PNG that have had recent activity i.e. since 1900. if you know of any others please let the web site know. http://michie.net/misc/ctc.html
Bagana ...
Mountains: Where is Mount Elimbari Answer:
Mount Elimbari is in Simbu Province. (Updated 20 July 2010 thanks to Alfred Kaethler) ...
Miscellaneous Information : Where can I find out info about the Baigona Cult of Papua Answer: Try a visit to http://www.anthropologising.ca/writing/cargo.htm The Baigona Snake Cult of the Northern Division of Papua operated for many years from 1911. The prophet had the ...
General: Where can I find out about the weather in PNG? Rain / rainfall etc Answer: If any reader is interested in the weather at various locations around PNG then visit http://www.wunderground.com/global/NG.html and http://weather.yahoo.com. Both sites give a summary of the ...
General: I can't find what I am looking for. Answer: The search engine does not fixed incorrectly spelled words. Please check your spelling as I see many mispelled words in the search logs. Also try ...
Milne Bay: Where are Imwauna and Sehulea? Answer: Imwauna and Sehulea are properties on Normanby Island, Milne Bay province. ...
Aviation: Where is Vunakanau Airfield Answer: Vunakanau Airfield was an aerodrome located near Vunakanau, East New Britain, It was approximately 10 miles south-west of Rabaul and it was also known as ...
Aviation: Where is the Lakunai Airfield Answer: I'm afraid the Lakunai or "East Airfield" no longer exists. After WWII the airfield became to be known as Rabaul Airport. It was located at ...
Aviation: How long is Tokua (RAB) Answer: The airport is at an elevation of 32 feet (10 m) above mean sea level. It has one runway designated 10/28 with an asphalt surface ...
Aviation: Are there any PNG Pilots at Emirates Air? Answer: Yes. Timothy (Tico) Narara flies for Emirates. There are several PNG pilots flying in that part of the world.
Timothy's brother, Granger Narara, was vice president ...
Aviation: Can I clear Customs at airports other than Jackson's Answer: As far as I know there is no full-time Customs, Immigration or Quarantine presence at non-international airports. Operators are required to obtain prior approval from Customs ...
Aviation: Where can I clear Customs in PNG Answer: For normal commercial flights only one airport in Papua New Guinea has a full-time Customs, Immigration and Quarantine presence and that is Jacksons International Airport ...
Aviation: National Aviation Service Answer: I think NAS operates out of Wewak but don't quote me on that. ...
Aviation: Has Air Niugini ever flown to Talsea Answer: Firstly I will assume you mean Talasea. I know they did when they operated DC3's in the early days. In 2002 they flew Dash 8's ...
Aviation: what happened to Ford Tri motor VH-UBI Answer: Thanks to Bruce Hoy who was the first curator of what eventually became known as the Museum's Department of Modern History I can give the ...
Aviation: How many landing strips are there in PNG Answer: There are approximately 492 airstrips in PNG. Some of these may be closed due to lack of financial resources to keep them maintained in an ...
Aviation: How many PNG based airlines are there Answer: Not sure but according to the -- PNGBD website there have been teh following airlines operating in PNG at onestage or another -- 1. Air Niugini ...
Aviation: Are there any heliports in PNG Answer: Yes, PNG has two recognised heliports and many other unclassified landing areas for helicopters. ...
Aviation: baggage allowance Answer: Generally this is 20 Kg on International Flights and 16 Kg on domestic services. Some domestic flights might allow extra if you are a member ...
Aviation: How do I get to Popondeta Answer: Since this is in the Aviation FAQ's I assume you want to know how to fly to PNP - Popondetta and not travel by ship.
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Aviation: P2-SHA Answer: Check out the Balus section of Michie.NET -- http://michie.net/balus
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Aviation: When did the Regional Aviation Academy open Answer: Officially recognised by the National Training Council the Regional Aviation Academy began its operations in 2001. It offers aircraft maintenance courses and imparts training through ...
Aviation: When was the new Bulolo Airport opened Answer: With the arrival of an Airlines of PNG Dash 8 aircraft on the 13th of February 2008 the new Bulolo Airport was officially opened. The ...
Aviation: Who was the first PNG National to gain a pilot's licence Answer: Napoleon Onzem, from a small village called Watunou in Milne Bay Province, passed his private pilot's licence at the first sitting.I have been informed by ...
Aviation: Where can I find a register of PNG aircraft Answer: A register (not complete) can be found at Balus InfoIf you can add to the list please send email to balus.updates(at)michie.net ...
Aviation: what are the prefix registration letters of png aircraft Answer: All aircraft registered in PNG carry the P2 prefix. Military aircraft follow this with numbers, all other aircraft use letters (usually 3) such as P2-ANA ...
Aviation: What are the technical specifications of the DC3 Answer: Crew 3 -- Pilot, co-pilot, radio operatorEngines 2 x 1,200 horsepower Pratt and Whitney R-1830-90DSpan 95'Length 64'4"Height 16'10"Max. Speed 230 mphRange 2,000 miles ...
Aviation: Where is the airport for Manus Answer: The airport is at Momote on Los Negros Island. A good road connects Los Negros to the main town of Lorengau on Manus Island. Its ...
Aviation: Why was the airport at Milne Bay named Gurney Answer: Gurney is named in honour of Charles Raymond (Bob) Gurney who, as an early aviator, started flying for Guinea Airways in 1929. He was killed ...
Aviation: Why is port moresby airport called Jacksons Field Answer: The strip was named in honour of Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) pilot squadron leader John Francis Jackson shot down and killed in action April ...
Aviation: milne bay airways Answer: MBA or Milne Bay Air is now called Airlines of PNG. They have a web site at -- http://www.apng.com ...
Languages: What is your name? in Motu Answer: OIEMU LADANA DEKA (pron. dayka)
thanks to Chris Viner-Smith. ...
Languages: What does ORO..ORO..ORO!! mean? Answer:
oro, oro, oro, means "Welcome" in the languages of the Oro Province of PNG. Oro province is sometimes called Northern Province by old timers. ...
Languages: gaikundi Answer: Gaikundi is a language. Only about 3000 peple speak the Gaikundi language. It is also a community school in the East Sepik province about 100kms ...
Languages: Where is the Morima language spoken? Answer: The language is also known as Ebadidi, Salakahadi, Molima and Fagululu. It is spoken in Milne Bay province, 'Esa'ala District, West Fergusson Island, inland villages ...
Languages: What is Inafosa Answer: Tauya (also Inafosa) is a Rai Coast language spoken in Madang province, PNG by approximately 350 people. ...
Languages: Where is the Kuman language from Answer: Kuman is the third largest language group in PNG, with approx 120,000 speakers. It is from Simbu province.
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