Living in Port Moresby
The University of Papua New Guinea's main campus is in Waigani, Port Moresby, in the National Capital District. This is a practical guide to living, studying and working in that city — written for new students, staff and visitors arriving from elsewhere in Papua New Guinea and from overseas.
Where the University Is
The University of Papua New Guinea is in Port Moresby, the national capital, in the National Capital District on the south-eastern coast of the PNG mainland.
The main campus is at Waigani, the government and university quarter on the northern side of the city, about 20–40 minutes from Jacksons International Airport depending on traffic. It is a self-contained campus of lecture theatres, the Michael Somare Library, student residences, sports fields and staff housing, within walking distance of Port Moresby Nature Park and a short drive from Vision City, the National Parliament and the main government offices.
The School of Medicine & Health Sciences is based at the Taurama campus, beside Port Moresby General Hospital on the eastern side of the city, so that clinical teaching happens where the patients are. Medicine, nursing and allied health students spend most of their time there rather than at Waigani.
Both campuses are gated and staffed by University security. New arrivals should collect their student or staff identification early — it is what gets you through the gates, into the library and onto campus transport.
Port Moresby at a Glance
- Waigani, Port Moresby
- The main campus. The School of Medicine & Health Sciences is at the Taurama campus, beside Port Moresby General Hospital.
- National Capital District, on the Gulf of Papua
- The south-eastern coast of the PNG mainland, facing the Coral Sea.
- Papua New Guinea's largest city
- Home to several hundred thousand residents drawn from every province.
- English, Tok Pisin and Hiri Motu
- English is the language of instruction at UPNG; Tok Pisin is the everyday lingua franca.
- PNG Kina (PGK, written K)
- One kina is 100 toea. Cards work in malls and hotels; cash is essential everywhere else.
- UTC+10, no daylight saving
- The same clock as Brisbane and Guam all year round.
- Tropical, roughly 24–32 °C year-round
- Drier than most of PNG. Wet season runs about December to April; the south-east trades cool things down from May to October.
- 240V / 50Hz, Australian-style Type I plugs
- Outages happen — a surge protector, torch and power bank are worth packing.
- Left-hand side of the road
- Overseas licences must be converted through the Road Traffic Authority once you settle.
- Jacksons International Airport (POM)
- About 8 km north-east of the city centre, at 7-Mile.
The City and Its Suburbs
Port Moresby is not one dense downtown but a string of suburbs strung along ridges and bays, connected by a handful of main roads. Knowing the local geography makes everything else — finding a house, catching a bus, giving a taxi directions — much easier.
Town (Downtown) is the harbourside commercial centre: bank headquarters, corporate offices, the Royal Papua Yacht Club and the Harbour City and Harbourside waterfront precincts, with Ela Beach on its southern edge.
Waigani is the government and university quarter — the National Parliament, government departments, the National Museum & Art Gallery, Vision City Mega Mall, Port Moresby Nature Park and UPNG's main campus all sit within a few kilometres of one another.
Boroko is the older retail hub, with Tabari Place, supermarkets, pharmacies and government service counters. Gordons, next door, holds the city's biggest fresh-produce market and much of its light industry.
Korobosea, Touaguba Hill, Hohola and Ela Beach hold much of the city's secure residential housing, while Gerehu, Tokarara, Morata and June Valley are large, mostly residential settlements further out. Distances along the Poreporena Freeway and Waigani Drive are short, but peak-hour traffic is slow — allow far more time than the map suggests.
Arriving in Port Moresby
All international flights land at Jacksons International Airport (POM) at 7-Mile, roughly 20–40 minutes from Waigani depending on traffic. The international and domestic terminals sit side by side, and the domestic terminal is where you connect to the provinces.
Visas and entry. Entry requirements differ sharply by nationality and by purpose of travel. Students and staff coming to UPNG normally need a student visa or an employment visa and work permit arranged before travel — a visitor visa cannot be converted after arrival. Start early: sponsorship letters, police clearances and medical certificates all take time. Check current rules with the PNG Immigration & Citizenship Authority and work through your host School or the Human Resources division.
On arrival. Arrange your pick-up before you fly — the University, your employer or your hotel can meet you at the terminal. Do not accept unsolicited offers of transport or help with bags at the airport. Change a modest amount of cash into kina at the airport bank counter for your first day or two, and keep your passport, visa and arrival paperwork together.
Onward domestic travel. Air Niugini and PNG Air link Port Moresby with the provincial centres. Book ahead around Christmas, Easter and the university semester breaks, when seats disappear quickly.
Airport and Travel
Airlines and services connecting Port Moresby to the region and the provinces. Routes and schedules change — confirm with the airline before booking.
Jacksons International Airport (POM)
PNG's main international gateway, with adjoining international and domestic terminals. Bank and foreign-exchange counters, cafés, car hire desks and hotel shuttles operate from the international terminal.
- 7-Mile, Port Moresby
Air Niugini
PNG's national airline — international services to Australia, Asia and the Pacific, plus the widest domestic network within PNG.
PNG Air
Domestic services to provincial centres and smaller airstrips.
International carriers
Port Moresby is served from Australia (Brisbane and Cairns) and from hubs in Asia and the Pacific by carriers including Qantas, Virgin Australia, Philippine Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Solomon Airlines. Frequencies vary by season.
PNG Immigration & Citizenship Authority
The authority for visas, work permits, visa extensions and entry conditions. Check current requirements here before you book travel.
Getting Around the City
Port Moresby has no train or ferry network, so almost every trip is by road. How you travel matters as much as where you go — settle your transport arrangements in your first week rather than improvising.
PMV buses (Public Motor Vehicles) are the backbone of public transport: numbered minibuses running fixed routes between suburbs for a couple of kina, paid in cash to the conductor. They are cheap, frequent and used by most students. They are also crowded, which makes them a target for pickpockets — travel light, keep your phone out of sight, and ask classmates or colleagues to walk you through the route numbers before your first trip.
Taxis and app-based rides are the usual choice for staff and visitors. Book by phone or app through an established operator, or take one from a hotel rank, rather than hailing on the street. Meters are uncommon — agree the fare before you set off.
Car hire and driving. International and local hire firms operate from the airport and the major hotels. Traffic keeps to the left. Roads are congested at peak times and potholes are common after heavy rain, so drive defensively, keep doors locked and windows up, and avoid unnecessary driving after dark.
Employer and campus transport. Many employers, including the University, run staff and student transport on set routes and times. It is usually the safest and cheapest option — ask your School or division what is available before you commit to a housing location.
Walking. Walking within the campus, malls and secure precincts is normal. Walking between suburbs, and walking anywhere after dark, is not advised.
Accommodation on Campus
UPNG maintains residential halls on the Waigani campus for full-time students, with a separate set of residences at the Taurama campus for medicine and health sciences students. Living on campus puts you minutes from lectures, the library and computer labs, inside University security, and among the study groups that form in first year.
Places are limited and demand exceeds supply every year, so apply for accommodation at the same time as you accept your offer rather than after you arrive. Rooms are generally shared, with communal bathrooms, mess facilities and common areas; residents are expected to follow the residential rules on visitors, noise, alcohol and cooking.
Bring your own bedding, a padlock, a bucket and basic kitchen items — these are easy to buy locally at Gordons, Boroko or Vision City if you arrive without them.
Accommodation applications, allocations and residence welfare are handled through Student Services. Visiting academics and short-term staff should ask their host School about University guest accommodation before arranging a hotel. See Support Services and Student Life for the current contacts.
Renting Off Campus
Housing is the largest single cost of living in Port Moresby, and rents for secure accommodation are high by regional standards. Most staff who live off campus rent within a compound — a gated group of houses or apartments with 24-hour guards, controlled entry and its own water and power backup. Korobosea, Touaguba Hill, Boroko, Gordons, Hohola, Waigani and the Ela Beach and Harbour City apartment buildings are the common choices.
Leases usually run 6–12 months and are frequently arranged by the employer. Before signing, check:
- the security arrangement — who provides the guards, and are they on site overnight?
- water storage and a backup generator, since both supply interruptions and outages happen;
- security screens, lighting and the condition of gates and locks;
- what is included — furniture, appliances, electricity, water, internet, garden and guard fees;
- the commute to campus at peak hour, not at midday.
Agents advertise through property firms and the newspapers, but the best listings still circulate by word of mouth — ask colleagues in your School early.
Hotels, Apartments and Resorts
Where to put up visiting family, external examiners and conference guests, or to stay while you look for a house. Most properties quote in kina, include airport transfers on request, and have secure parking.
Hilton Port Moresby
Full-service international hotel with conference facilities, pool and restaurants.
- Hohola
The Stanley Hotel & Suites
Large business hotel adjoining Vision City Mega Mall, with serviced suites for longer stays.
- Waigani
Grand Papua Hotel
Downtown hotel and apartments close to the corporate offices and the harbour.
- Town (Downtown)
Crowne Plaza Port Moresby
Central hotel in the Town precinct, walking distance from the waterfront.
- Town (Downtown)
Airways Hotel & Residences
Hillside hotel and apartments immediately beside Jacksons Airport — the usual choice for a late arrival or early departure.
- Jacksons Parade, 7-Mile
Gateway Hotel & Apartments
Airport-side hotel with conference rooms and long-stay apartments.
- Near Jacksons Airport
Holiday Inn & Suites / Holiday Inn Express
Two adjoining properties on Waigani Drive, close to UPNG and the government offices.
- Waigani
Lamana Hotel
Established Waigani hotel with restaurants, function rooms and a well-known entertainment complex.
- Waigani
Ela Beach Hotel & Apartments
Hotel rooms and self-contained apartments a short walk from Ela Beach and the Town precinct.
- Ela Beach
Loloata Island Resort
Island resort in Bootless Bay, about 45 minutes from the city — diving, snorkelling and day visits as well as overnight stays.
- Bootless Bay
Shopping, Groceries and Markets
Supermarkets and malls cover imported and packaged goods; the fresh markets are where the city actually buys its food, and where prices are a fraction of the supermarket equivalent. Carry small notes at markets and go in the morning.
Vision City Mega Mall
The largest mall in PNG — hypermarket, clothing and electronics stores, food court, cinema, pharmacies and bank branches with indoor ATMs. The default one-stop shop for anyone living near campus.
- Waigani, near UPNG
Boroko Foodworld
Long-standing full-range supermarket serving the Boroko and Korobosea suburbs.
- Boroko
Waterfront Foodworld
Large supermarket in the Harbourside precinct, with cafés and restaurants alongside.
- Harbourside, Town
Stop & Shop and SVS supermarkets
Neighbourhood supermarket chains with branches across the city, including near Waigani and Gordons.
- Multiple suburbs
Gordons Market
The city's main fresh produce market — vegetables, fruit, greens, kaukau and bilums direct from growers. Busy and best visited in daylight, with a colleague, and with only the cash you intend to spend.
- Gordons
Koki Market and Fish Market
Waterfront market known for fresh fish and seafood landed the same morning, plus produce.
- Koki
Brian Bell Home Centre
Furniture, appliances, kitchenware and electrical goods — the usual first stop when setting up a house or a room.
- Boroko and Vision City
Theodist
Stationery, textbooks, printing, office and school supplies — useful at the start of each semester.
- Boroko
Hardware Haus and hardware retailers
Tools, building supplies, fans, water containers, padlocks and household repairs stock.
- Multiple suburbs
Tabari Place
Boroko's central shopping strip — banks, pharmacies, phone shops, tailors and small traders.
- Boroko
Banking and Money
Opening a kina account is usually the first administrative task for new staff and for students receiving allowances. Take your passport or ID, your visa and work permit if you have one, a letter from the University confirming your enrolment or employment, and a residential address. The kina is not freely traded outside PNG, so change money after you arrive rather than before.
BSP Financial Group (Bank South Pacific)
PNG's largest bank, with the widest branch and ATM network, mobile banking and branches in the main malls.
- Branches across Port Moresby
- https://www.bsp.com.pg
Kina Bank
Full-service commercial bank with digital banking and branches in Town, Waigani and Boroko.
- Branches across Port Moresby
- https://www.kinabank.com.pg
ANZ Papua New Guinea
International bank with retail and corporate services in Port Moresby.
- Town and selected suburbs
Microbanks and mobile money
Microbanks and mobile-wallet services are widely used for small transfers and top-ups, and often reach places a branch does not. Ask which service your colleagues and landlord actually use.
Cards, cash and ATMs
Malls, hotels, supermarkets and larger restaurants take cards; markets, PMVs, small shops and most tradespeople do not. Draw cash from ATMs inside malls or bank foyers in daylight, keep small notes for daily use, and tell your home bank you are travelling so your card is not blocked.
Internal Revenue Commission (IRC)
Staff taking up salaried employment in PNG need a Taxpayer Identification Number. Human Resources will normally guide you through registration.
Hospitals, Clinics and Pharmacies
Port Moresby has both a large public referral hospital and several private hospitals and clinics. Private facilities charge on the spot, so arrive with insurance details and a means of payment.
Port Moresby General Hospital
The National Capital District's main public referral hospital, and the teaching hospital of UPNG's School of Medicine & Health Sciences. Emergency department open around the clock.
- Taurama Road, 3-Mile
Pacific International Hospital (PIH)
Private hospital with 24-hour emergency care, specialist consulting, imaging and pathology.
- 3-Mile / Korobosea
Paradise Private Hospital
Private hospital offering general practice, specialist clinics, maternity and inpatient care.
- Taurama Road
City Pharmacy (CPL) outlets
Pharmacy chain with branches in the malls and main suburbs; some outlets have an attached clinic.
- Vision City, Boroko, Waigani and others
St John Ambulance PNG
The emergency ambulance service for Port Moresby. Save the emergency number in your phone on arrival.
UPNG Student Health Clinic
Primary health care, first aid and referrals for enrolled students at the Waigani campus. See Student Services for hours and location.
- Waigani campus
Health Before and After You Arrive
Port Moresby is drier and lower-risk for some tropical illness than the coastal lowlands, but it is not risk-free. Sort your health arrangements before you fly.
Get medical advice on malaria and vaccinations early
See a travel health clinic or your doctor several weeks before departure. Malaria prophylaxis, routine immunisations, hepatitis A and B, typhoid and tetanus are commonly discussed for PNG, and a yellow fever certificate may be required if you are arriving from an endemic country.
Insure for medical evacuation, not just treatment
Complex or serious cases are frequently evacuated to Australia or Singapore. Make sure your policy covers aeromedical evacuation and repatriation, and carry the policy number and 24-hour assistance line with you.
Protect against mosquitoes
Malaria and dengue are both mosquito-borne. Use repellent at dawn and dusk, sleep under a net or in screened rooms, and empty standing water around your house or residence.
Be careful with water and food
Drink treated, boiled or bottled water, especially during and after heavy rain when supply is disrupted. Eat freshly cooked food and wash produce in treated water.
Bring a supply of any regular medication
Specific brands are not always stocked locally. Bring enough to cover your first months, with a copy of the prescription and the generic name, and ask a local pharmacy early about ongoing supply.
Mind the sun and the heat
It is close to the equator and humid year-round. Drink more water than you think you need, wear a hat and sunscreen, and take the first fortnight gently while you acclimatise.
Staying Safe
Port Moresby has a real problem with opportunistic crime, and most incidents involving newcomers are avoidable. Nearly everyone lives here comfortably by following the same set of habits — the point is to be routinely sensible, not fearful.
Plan every trip before you leave
Know how you are getting there and back. Arrange transport in advance rather than looking for a ride at the end of the evening, and tell someone your plans.
Do not walk after dark
This is the single most important rule, and it applies to short distances too. Darkness falls quickly and early — around 6pm year-round. Drive, take arranged transport, or stay put.
Keep a low profile
Phones, laptops, cameras, jewellery and cash are best out of sight in public. Carry a cheap phone for the street if you can, and do not count money in the open.
Use ATMs carefully
Use machines inside malls, hotels or bank foyers, in daylight, and put the cash away before you step outside. Split your money between two places rather than carrying it all in one wallet.
Drive with doors locked and windows up
Especially in stopped traffic and at intersections. Do not leave bags on the passenger seat, and park inside secured areas wherever possible.
Know your compound and campus security
Learn who your guards are and how to reach them, keep gates and doors locked even when you are home, and report anything unusual to University security rather than dealing with it yourself.
Avoid crowds, demonstrations and disputes
Stay well away from protests, election gatherings and street arguments — situations escalate quickly and bystanders get caught up. Leave the area early rather than watching.
Register and stay informed
International staff and students should register with their high commission or embassy, follow their government's travel advice, and attend the security briefing offered by their School or employer.
If something happens, do not resist
Property can be replaced. Hand it over, get away, and report the incident to police and to University security afterwards.
Customs, Courtesy and Local Life
Papua New Guinea is one of the most culturally diverse countries on earth — over 800 languages — and Port Moresby brings all of it together in one city. A little cultural care goes a long way.
Learn some Tok Pisin
English is the language of instruction and of business, but a few phrases of Tok Pisin — gutpela moning, tenkyu tru, lukim yu — will change how people receive you. Colleagues and classmates are usually delighted to teach you.
Greet people properly and take your time
Conversation typically begins with greetings and enquiries about family before business. Rushing straight to the point reads as rude.
Dress modestly
PNG is socially conservative and strongly Christian. Modest dress — covered shoulders and knees, especially for women, and neat dress on campus and in offices — avoids unwanted attention and shows respect.
Ask before photographing people
Always ask first, particularly at markets, in villages and at cultural events. Some sites and ceremonies should not be photographed at all.
Understand the wantok system
Obligations to one's wantoks — people of the same language group or clan — run deep and shape how people share money, housing and time. Expect it, and do not read it as anything other than normal social practice.
Betel nut ('buai') is restricted
Chewing and selling buai is restricted in public places in the National Capital District, and it is banned outright on many campuses and workplaces. Fines apply.
Sunday matters
Church attendance is widespread and many businesses close or shorten hours on Sunday. Plan shopping and errands for other days.
Stay out of land and clan disputes
Land and compensation matters are sensitive and complicated. Listen, do not take sides, and refer anything that touches on University land to the appropriate University office.
Leisure, Sport and Getting Outdoors
There is more to do than newcomers expect — wildlife, reefs, ridge-top rainforest and a serious sporting culture, most of it within an hour of campus.
Port Moresby Nature Park
Excellent zoological and botanical park showcasing PNG wildlife — birds of paradise, tree kangaroos, cassowaries — with shaded gardens and a café. Immediately adjacent to the UPNG Waigani campus.
- Waigani, next to UPNG
- https://www.naturepark.org.pg
National Museum & Art Gallery
National collection of PNG art, artefacts and cultural history, near the National Parliament.
- Waigani
National Parliament House
Striking building in the style of a Sepik haus tambaran; visits are possible when Parliament is not sitting.
- Waigani
Ela Beach and the waterfront
City beach and esplanade with a walking path, weekend craft markets and restaurants; the Harbour City and Harbourside precincts nearby hold much of the city's café and dining scene.
- Town
Varirata National Park
Rainforest park on the Sogeri Plateau, about an hour from the city — walking trails, birdwatching and lookouts over the coastal plain. Go in a group and return before dusk.
- Sogeri Plateau
Sogeri, Rouna Falls and Crystal Rapids
Cooler highland scenery, waterfalls and swimming spots on the road inland — a standard weekend escape.
- Sogeri Road
Bomana War Cemetery
Commonwealth war cemetery on the road to Sogeri, the resting place of thousands who died in the PNG campaigns.
- Bomana, 14-Mile
Kokoda Track — Owers' Corner
The southern trailhead of the Kokoda Track is a drive from the city. Full treks require a licensed operator, permits and serious preparation.
- Near Sogeri
Bootless Bay diving and island trips
Reefs, wrecks and snorkelling within easy reach of the city, run through the resorts and dive operators at Bootless Bay.
- Bootless Bay
Sports venues and clubs
Sir John Guise Stadium, the Taurama Aquatic Centre and the national football stadium host rugby league, athletics and swimming. The Royal Papua Yacht Club, the Aviat Club and the Port Moresby Golf Club offer memberships, and most gyms are attached to hotels and compounds.
- Across the city
Cinema, dining and nightlife
Vision City has the main cinema and food court; hotels and the waterfront precincts hold most restaurants and bars. Arrange your transport home before you go out.
- Waigani and Town
Utilities, Phones and Everyday Services
Setting up power, water and a phone number is usually a first-week job. Bring your passport for anything that requires registration.
PNG Power
The national electricity utility. Prepaid meters are common — you buy units at supermarkets, kiosks or by phone. Outages happen, so keep a torch, a power bank and a surge protector for your electronics.
Water PNG
Water supply and sewerage for the National Capital District. Many houses and compounds keep a storage tank against interruptions; treat or boil water for drinking.
Digicel PNG
The largest mobile network, with the widest coverage nationally. Prepaid SIMs and data bundles are sold everywhere.
Vodafone PNG
Mobile and data services in Port Moresby and the main centres, often competitive on data pricing.
Telikom PNG / bmobile
Fixed-line, fibre broadband and mobile services, including business and campus connections.
SIM registration
All SIM cards must be registered to an identified user. Take your passport or national ID to the operator's shop or an authorised dealer — an unregistered SIM will be cut off.
PNG Post
There is no street mail delivery in Port Moresby. Mail goes to a PO Box or a private mail bag — use the University's or your employer's box, and expect international mail to be slow. Courier services handle anything urgent.
Bottled gas and fuel
LPG cylinders for cooking are exchanged at service stations and hardware stores; keep a spare bottle.
High Commissions and Embassies
Most diplomatic missions in Papua New Guinea are in Port Moresby, concentrated in Waigani and the Town / Harbour City precincts. International staff and students should register with their own mission on arrival. Addresses, consular hours and appointment systems change — always check the mission's own website first, and use the PNG Department of Foreign Affairs list for missions not shown here.
Australian High Commission
Consular and visa services for Australian citizens and for PNG nationals travelling to Australia.
- Godwit Road, Waigani
- https://png.embassy.gov.au
New Zealand High Commission
Consular assistance for New Zealanders in PNG and immigration enquiries.
- Waigani
- https://www.mfat.govt.nz
British High Commission
Consular services for British nationals in Papua New Guinea.
- Port Moresby
- https://www.gov.uk/world/papua-new-guinea
Embassy of the United States
Consular services for US citizens and visa services for PNG nationals.
- Harbour City, Douglas Street, Town
- https://pg.usembassy.gov
Embassy of Japan
Consular and visa services, and Japanese development cooperation in PNG.
- Port Moresby
Embassy of the People's Republic of China
Consular and visa services for travel to China.
- Port Moresby
Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia
Consular and visa services, including for overland travel to Indonesian Papua.
- Waigani
High Commission of India
Consular services for Indian nationals and visa services for travel to India.
- Port Moresby
High Commission of Malaysia
Consular and visa services for Malaysian nationals and travel to Malaysia.
- Port Moresby
Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines
Consular services for the sizeable Filipino community in PNG.
- Port Moresby
Embassy of the Republic of Korea
Consular and visa services for travel to the Republic of Korea.
- Port Moresby
Delegation of the European Union
EU representation to Papua New Guinea; individual EU member states are represented through selected embassies and honorary consuls.
- Port Moresby
Pacific neighbours
Fiji, Solomon Islands and other Pacific states maintain high commissions in Port Moresby, alongside regional and UN agency offices.
- Port Moresby
Emergency and Useful Numbers
- St John Ambulance — 111
- The emergency ambulance service for Port Moresby. Save it in your phone now.
- PNG Fire Service — 110
- Confirm the current number with your compound, hotel or School on arrival.
- Nearest police station
- Boroko, Gordons, Waigani and Town stations serve the main suburbs. Get the direct numbers from your compound, hotel or University security and keep them written down.
- Waigani and Taurama campus security posts
- Staffed around the clock. Collect the current numbers when you receive your ID card.
- 24-hour medical assistance line
- Carry the policy number and assistance number in your wallet, not only on your phone.
- Your high commission or embassy
- International staff and students should register on arrival and keep the after-hours consular number.
Your First Week Checklist
The practical tasks that make everything afterwards easier.
Collect your student or staff ID
It is your access to campus, the library, computer labs and campus transport.
Buy a local SIM and register it
Take your passport. A local number is needed for banking, deliveries and almost every form you fill in.
Open a kina bank account
Bring your ID, visa and work permit if applicable, and a letter from the University confirming your enrolment or employment.
Confirm your accommodation and transport routine
Settle where you are living and exactly how you get to and from campus, including after evening classes or late work.
Save your emergency contacts
Ambulance, University security, your supervisor or hall officer, your insurer and your mission — in your phone and on paper.
Attend the orientation and security briefing
Your School, Student Services or Human Resources will run one. It is the fastest way to learn what is current rather than what was true last year.
Find your people
Join a student club, a sports team, a church or a professional association. Local colleagues and classmates are the best source of advice this page can never keep up with.
Ask when you are unsure
Contact Student Services, your School office or the University's general enquiries line — see the Contact page. Nobody expects a newcomer to know how things work.
Prices, opening hours, phone numbers and service providers change often in Port Moresby. The University publishes this guide as general orientation only — it is not an endorsement of any business listed. Please confirm details directly with the provider, and check your own government's current travel advice, before you rely on anything here.