The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) is the military organisation responsible for the defence of Papua New Guinea. It originated from the Australian Army land forces of the territory of Papua New Guinea before independence, coming into being in January 1973 and having its antecedents in the Pacific Islands Regiment. The PNGDF is a small ...

Dec 14, 2024 · Help is on the way for the Papua New Guinea Defence Force starting 2025 and running into the next decade. Its dilapidated buildings will all be renovated under a K3.5 billion agreement with the United States Government. Minister for Foreign Affairs Justin Tkatchenko revealed this at the Sydney Resources Conference yesterday.

Jan 13, 2025 · THE Papua New Guinea Defence Force continues to remain steadfast in its commitment to the country while providing much needed support to the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary and Correctional Services.

The PNGDF has a skilled, resilient and sustainable workforce able to deliver Defence Outputs: including; •Getting the basics right for our uniformed personnel and their families.

Nov 8, 2024 · COMMODORE Philip Polewara is now promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral and confirmed as Chief of Defence Force. Along with Commodore Polewara, Opa Opa Lari was also promoted to the rank of BRIGADIER and confirmed as Deputy Chief of Defence Force.

The Military ranks of Papua New Guinea are the military insignia used by the Papua New Guinea Defence Force. With its military originating from the Australian Army, Papua New Guinea shares a rank structure similar to that of Australia. [1] The rank insignia of commissioned officers.

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) is preparing for the graduation of its first batch of 2023 recruits. After undergoing a rigorous training program at Goldie River Training Depot outside Port Moresby, these new soldiers are expected to pass out next month (April 2024).

Nov 11, 2024 · Commodore Philip Polewara has now been appointed as chief of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) and promoted to the rank of rear admiral. Rear admiral is a two-star rank within the navy. Meanwhile, Colonel Lari Opa was promoted to the rank of brigadier-general and deputy PNGDF chief.

Nov 12, 2024 · In early 2024, he was appointed deputy commander of Australia’s 3rd Brigade (3 BDE), becoming the first PNGDF officer named to such a senior position in the Australian Army. Aruma says his historic appointment is testament to the nations’ enduring relationship, a bond shared by the PNGDF and the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

Sep 24, 2024 · A PNG Defence Force (PNGDF) soldier has confessed to firing live ammunitions that allegedly killed leading seaman Eric Gwale and Corporal Watata Kutegen in Kupiano. PNGDF Commander, Mark Goina said a month-long …