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• I have been in PNG and have seen many of the nationals chewing on a red substance, what is it and is it a drug?
  
  
• buying online
  
  
• EXPAT living costs?
  
  
• POSF - What does POSF stand for?
  
  
• Where are Kara Jewellers?
  
  
• Who was the country’s first “Grand Chief”?
  
  
• are there any black sand beaches in PNG?
  
  
• Where else can I find FAQ's about PNG?
  
  
• top ten tourist attractions in papua new guinea?
  
  
• Where can I find out the cost of getting a visa or entry permit for entry into PNG?
  
  
• Is there a typical, traditional PNG culture?
  
  
• What is the cost of living in PNG?
  
  
• Can someone pls help me re: costs of basic items in POM? e.g. fuel per litre, dozen eggs, loaf of bread, litre of milk, potatoes per kilo.
  
  I am in the process of weighing up a job offer in PNG and would really like to find out the hidden costs of living in POM. I am a mad keen NRL fan so would like to know if the local TV shows the games on Free to air or do you get FOX from Aust? (What does it cost p.m. for sat/cable in POM?)
  
  What about internet and mobile phone coverage and availability? Is there a comprehensive network for Mobiles, which provider works best? Is ADSL/ Broadband available? Costs?
  
  Hope someone can assist?
  
  
• What can you tell me about PNG culture?
  
  
• Are there any discount flights, fares etc to PNG?
  
  
• How can I order mint postage stamps?
  
  
• How do people, who live in stilt houses over the water, get to and from land?
  
  
• What kind of food is served in Papua New Guinea?
  
  
• What does OTML stand for?
  
  
• Where can I find out information about cargo cults in PNG?
  
  
• Where can I find out info about the Baigona Cult of Papua?
  
  
• Have there been any Tsunami's in PNG?
  
  
• Where can I find out about the weather in PNG? Rain / rainfall etc.
  
  
• Does PNG have a cattle industry?
  
  
• Is it possible to import a car into PNG?
  
  
• Where is the Tinabar gold reef?
  
  
• Where can I find out about PNG Stamps?
  
  
• What sort of mobile telephone system is used in PNG?
  
  
• What is a "sing sing"?
  
  
• Where can I find a list of post codes (zip codes) for the postal service in PNG?
  
  
• Does any part of PNG experience frosts?
  
  
• Where can I find out about golf in PNG?
  
  
• How much gold does the Tolukuma Gold Mine produce?
  
  
• What does ANGAU stand for?
  
  
• What is a mumu?
  
  
• What was / is one of the traditional ways of cooking in PNG?
  
  
• What is "boomerang aid"?
  
  
• Is it safe to travel around PNG?
  
  
• Are there cannibals in PNG?
  
  
• What is or was a Luluai?
  
  
• Is polgygamy still practiced in PNG?
  
  
• What is the best place to visit in PNG?
  
  
• Where can I find the prices of shares on the PNG Stock Exchange?
  
  
• Where can I find out the election results for the 2002 elections?
  
  
• Where can I find out information about the New Guinea singing dog?
  
  
• Where do the Hagahais come from?
  
  
• How can I get a job in PNG?
  
  
• What is a Waga?
  
  
• Is it possible to do the Kokoda Trail in sections?
  
  
• How long does it take to walk the World War II Kokoda Track?
  
  
• Does PNG have traffic lights?
  
  
• When did Burns Philp first set up shop in PNG?
  
  
• Where was the second Burns Philp store established?
  
  
• What sort of television programmes do you watch in PNG?
  
  
• When is the Ok Tedi mine due to close?
  
  
• Where can I find folktales / stories about PNG?
  
  
• Where can I find out about orchids in PNG?
  
  
• Where can I find a list of PNG "Dames"?
  
  
• What ladies have been awarded awards from the Queen (Buckingham Palace) other than a Dame?
  
  
• When was Value Added Tax first talked about in PNG?
  
  

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• I have been in PNG and have seen many of the nationals chewing on a red substance, what is it and is it a drug?
  
  It is betel nut, or buai chewed with lime and mustard. See also -- http://michie.net/png_faqs/05128730_1.shtml#06244766
  
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• buying online
  
  Yes you can pay for your PNG telephone top up cards (both B Mobile and Digicel). You can also purchase electricity (PNG Power) top ups and of course both Air Niugini and Airlines of PNG offer online bookings. All require a valid credit card. Of course you can buy online form overseas stores as well although shipping to PNG is very expensive.
  
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• EXPAT living costs?
  
  As mentioned in other areas of these FAQ's - it depends. If you lead a high cost life style where you are currently then it will be high cost in PNG. If you decide to live more a PNG lifestyle then it will be cheaper i.e. you buy from the markets; you don't eat much meat or rely on fish etc. You really need to look at your currentl way of living and then let me know.
  
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• POSF - What does POSF stand for?
  
  POSF did satand for Public Officers Superannuation FUnd but they have chnaged their name to Nambawan Super -- http://www.nambawansuper.com.pg/
  
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• Where are Kara Jewellers?
  
  They are located in Port Moresby.
  
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• Who was the country’s first “Grand Chief”?
  
  Based on the “Grand Companion of the Order of the Logohu” The Princess Royal (Princess Anne) was the country’s first “grand chief”, followed by Sir Paulias Matane and Sir Michael Somare (Independence 2005).
  
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• are there any black sand beaches in PNG?
  
  Yes, many locations have black sandy beaches. There are black sandy beaches near Rabaul. Sissano is reportedly a black beach as well and I am sure there are other beaches around PNG that have black sand. I think I remember walking along a black sandy beach along the North Coast road not too far out of Madang many years ago.
  
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• Where else can I find FAQ's about PNG?
  
  http://www.diversionoz.com/en/faqpng.htm Also try -- http://www.em.com.pg/PNG/general information/PNGhomefaq.htm
  
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• top ten tourist attractions in papua new guinea?
  
  Good question. I am gatehring opinions. Pls send email to -- top10png@michie.net -- with what you think is the best tourist attraction.
  
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• Where can I find out the cost of getting a visa or entry permit for entry into PNG?
  
  The fees vary from time to time but fairly recent fees can be found at -- http://michie.net/pnginfo/pngvisafees.html. As the fees may change it is advisable to treat the table as a guide only.
  
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• Is there a typical, traditional PNG culture?
  
  In a country of over five million people with 800+ different languages, PNG cannot be compared with any other country for its rich cultural diversity. There is no such thing as a typical Papua New Guinean. More than 200 cultures, each with different traditions, have been identified and no doubt more will be identified in the future.
  
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• What is the cost of living in PNG?
  
  The answer to this question is difficult to answer.
  
  To determine the cost of living we need to know where about in PNG and what sort of culture you are coming from. A typical PNG villager might survive on only a few US dollars a year because they are subsistence farmers but if you want to live in the BIG city then of course it is going to cost more. But, once again, are you after a cost of living for a typical PNG family or an expatriate family used to all the modern conveniences?
  
  The minimum wage is only a handful of US dollars but people are finding it difficult to live on that.
  
  To really answer your question would need more input from you.
  
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• Can someone pls help me re: costs of basic items in POM? e.g. fuel per litre, dozen eggs, loaf of bread, litre of milk, potatoes per kilo.
  
  I am in the process of weighing up a job offer in PNG and would really like to find out the hidden costs of living in POM. I am a mad keen NRL fan so would like to know if the local TV shows the games on Free to air or do you get FOX from Aust? (What does it cost p.m. for sat/cable in POM?)
  
  What about internet and mobile phone coverage and availability? Is there a comprehensive network for Mobiles, which provider works best? Is ADSL/ Broadband available? Costs?
  
  Hope someone can assist?
  
  These answers were revised on the 1st of February 2006. The answer will always vary depending on exchange rates etc etc.
  
  Port Moresby Prices
  Petrol currently around K2.77 per litre
  Dozen Eggs 55's K7.00 per dozen
  Bread - K2.60 upwards
  Milk - UHT - anything up to K5 per litre -- Fresh from K14 - K18 per 2 litres
  Potatoes - varies K6 per Kilo
  Free to air - one station (PNG loves NRL!! more than Aussies)
  
  Cable TV - http://www.hitron.com.pg (K88 per month) about 24 stations
  
  Internet about K5 per hour - no ADSL / Broadband unless you have heaps to spend. The whole country shares approx 16Mb!!(Mar 2006)
  
  Mobile coverage (GSM900) major towns only and still expanding - only one carrier to choose from.
  
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• What can you tell me about PNG culture?
  
  PNG culture is so diverse that I could write hundresd of pages and still not cover all of it. Please take a moment to read an article at -- http://www.em.com.pg/PNG/special%20interests/PNGculture.htm
  
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• Are there any discount flights, fares etc to PNG?
  
  No - not really, although you may be able to get advance purchase discount fares from Air Niugini or Qantas. Contact your local travel agent as they will have access to the available fares.
  
  In the past fare discounters have set up in PNG and closed after only a few months.
  
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• How can I order mint postage stamps?
  
  Try visiting the Post PNG web site -- http://www.postpng.com.pg/ -- That should give you some information.
  http://www.postpng.com.pg/philatelic.htm
  
  PO Box 2 Boroko 111, National Capital District, Papua New Guinea
  
  Phone: (675) 300 3714
  Fax: (675) 325 6145
  
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• How do people, who live in stilt houses over the water, get to and from land?
  
  There are several answers to this question. In the olden days they used dinghies to get to the land or waited for the tide to go out then walk / wade / swim.
  
  In modern times each house must have a board walk or a ladder, some have both. If people don't have a board walk and don't have access to a canoe / dinghy, then they must swim if the tide is very high or wait till the tide goes down so that they can walk to / from the house.
  
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• What kind of food is served in Papua New Guinea?
  
  It may be better to ask what type of food is not served in PNG.
  Although I have had snails I have never come across frog legs in PNG but that is not to say that someone would offer them to you.
  
  The usual sorts of food can be found and are far too numerous to mention here. Here are some of the restaurants in Port Moresby
  
  PNG Food - probably covers everything from mumu's to tinned fish and rice
  Chinese
  Japanese
  Korean
  Indian
  Indonesian
  You can get fish and chips but there are no speciality fish and chip shops
  Italian - mainly pizza
  Greek
  Kebabz
  of course numerous hotels offer English and Eurpoean cuisine.
  The list goes on and on.
  
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• What does OTML stand for?
  
  Ok Tedi Mining Limited.
  
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• Where can I find out information about cargo cults in PNG?
  
  Try a visit to http://www.anthropologising.ca/writing/cargo.htm
  
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• Where can I find out info about the Baigona Cult of Papua?
  
  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 secrets of sorcery and prophesy revealed to him by the Baigona Snake, and cultivated its good-will by special rites. He sold the secrets of the cult to those who wished to be initiated. The movement was characterised by trances. Its rise coincided with the attempt to bring the area under administrative control.
  
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• Have there been any Tsunami's in PNG?
  
  The following are recorded dates of Tsunami's / Tidal Waves in PNG
  
  
  1855, Rai Coast, Madang Province
  1888, Ritter Island, West New Britain Province
  1895, Buna, Oro Province
  1930, Bogia to Karkar Island, Madang Province
  1931, San Cristobal Islands, Solomon Islands
  1998, Aitape to Sissano, Sandaun Province
  
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• Where can I find out about the weather in PNG? Rain / rainfall etc.
  
  

  
  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 weather for such locations as --

  Agaun	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92068.html
  Alotau	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Alotau_NG_c.html
  Bougainville	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Bougainville_NG_c.html
  Daru	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Daru_NG_c.html
  Erave	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92051.html
  Goroka	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92010.html
  Gurney	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92077.html
  Hoskins	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92072.html
  Jinjo	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92090.html
  Kainantu	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Kainantu_NG_c.html
  Kavieng	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Kavieng_NG_c.html
  Kimbe	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Kimbe_NG_c.html
  Kiunga	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92001.html
  Kurada	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92069.html
  Lae	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Lae_NG_c.html
  Lombrum	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92036.html
  Madang	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Madang_NG_c.html
  Mendi	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Mendi_NG_c.html
  Misima	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92087.html
  Momote	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92044.html
  Mount Hagen	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Mount_Hagen_NG_c.html
  Nadzab	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92047.html
  Nimowa	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92092.html
  Oksapmin	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Oksapmin_NG_c.html
  Popondetta	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Popondetta_NG_c.html
  Port Moresby	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Port_Moresby_NG_c.html
  Port Moresby Weather Office	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92035.html
  Rabaul	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Rabaul_NG_c.html
  Sideia	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92070.html
  Tokua Weather Office	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92100.html
  Vanimo	http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/92022.html
  Vanimo	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Vanimo_NG_c.html
  Wau	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Wau_NG_c.html
  Wedau	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Wedau_NG_c.html
  Wewak	http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/Wewak_NG_c.html

  
  
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• Does PNG have a cattle industry?
  
  PNG has between 70,000 and 80,000 head of cattle producing about 12,000 to 15,000 young cattle for domestic slaughter each year.
  
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• Is it possible to import a car into PNG?
  
  Yes, but I believe that the vehicle has to comply with either the Australian Design Rules (ADR's) http://www.dotars.gov.au/transreg/str_adrindx.htm or United Nations Economic Commission for Europe Rules http://www.unece.org/trans/main/welcwp29.htm.
  
  Please check before arranging to send a car to PNG -- importing into PNG.
  
  The onus will be on you and not these FAQ's.
  
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• Where is the Tinabar gold reef?
  
  It is located at the Tolukuma Gold Mine in Goilala, Central Province. It was named after the geologist that discovered it. Martin Tinabar from the Toma area of East New Britain.
  
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• Where can I find out about PNG Stamps?
  
  For modern day stamps try the Post PNG website -- http://www.postpng.com.pg/home.html
  
  For stamp collecting etc, start with these sites Papuan Philatelic Society -- http://www.communigate.co.uk/york/pps/index.phtml
  
  Postal history of British New Guinea -- http://www.users.bigpond.net.au/bng.stamps/
  
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• What sort of mobile telephone system is used in PNG?
  
  PNG Uses the GSM 900 digital system. This has now replaced the analogue system previously used in the country. It does not cover the whole country and not every town has coverage. Even areas of Port Moresby, the National Capital, does not have 100% coverage.
  
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• What is a "sing sing"?
  
  Sing-Sings or singsing are gatherings of clans in traditional costume where ritualistic dancing and singing is performed for ceremonial reasons. Sing-sings are not normally staged as a public performance, however there are many opportunities throughout the year to watch a ceremonial sing-sing in various parts of PNG.
  
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• Where can I find a list of post codes (zip codes) for the postal service in PNG?
  
  I recommend a visit to http://www.pngbd.com/postcodes.php -- not only will you find postal codes at this site -- you will also find nearly everything there is to know about PNG.
  
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• Does any part of PNG experience frosts?
  
  Yes, PNG has experienced severe frosts at high altitudes in 1972, 1982 and 1997. Another frost occurred more recently in October 2002.
  
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• Where can I find out about golf in PNG?
  
  Start with the Port Moresby Golf Club website but rest assured golf is played in other areas of PNG as well.
  
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• How much gold does the Tolukuma Gold Mine produce?
  
  On average the Tolukuma Gold Mine produces about 7,000 ounces of gold every month and it looks as if it will be able to maintain that production level for a few more years to come. Possibly as far as 2007.
  
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• What does ANGAU stand for?
  
  Australia New Guinea Adminstrative Unit.
  
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• What is a mumu?
  
  It is similar to a New Zealand Hangi.
  It is a ground oven. A trench is dug and filled with stones. On top of that a fire is lit and more stones are added on top to get super hot. When the fire settles down and only the rocks are left some of the stones are fished out and then food, usually wrapped in banana leaves, is placed in the ground and covered with some of the rocks and earth.
  After several hours a delightful meal is hatched from the mumu.
  
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• What was / is one of the traditional ways of cooking in PNG?
  
  One of the traditional ways was to use clay pots. Clay pots are still used in many parts of PNG for cooking. I have seen food cooked in bamboo and sometimes in banana leaves.
  
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• What is "boomerang aid"?
  
  Aid from Australia has often been referred to as boomerang aid because a great deal of the aid money is fed back to Australia because ultimately the providers of goods and services, including costly management agents, are still dominated by Australians.
  
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• Is it safe to travel around PNG?
  
  I have found that PNG is generally a safe place to travel. Few areas are known to be 'unsafe' for international travellers, but that's all relative and depending on many variables. I know that many areas of big towns such as Los Angeles after dark are definitely not as safe as PNG but people still visit those towns.
  
  Travelling in PNG using established tour operators is considered to be very safe. Travelling alone, especially for women is considerably of "high risk" in certain parts of PNG and I would not recommend it.
  
  The strongest advice to any person or group travelling in PNG without the help of an established tour operator is to find a local guide prior to or on arriving in PNG. You need a local guide because PNG is a land of 800+ languages and many of the laws / customs are different to what you may be accustomed to. A local guide can help you.
  
  When a local guide accompanies you in your travels, the chances of being robbed, mugged, raped, or attacked is unthinkable.
  
  Attacking any international visitor in PNG is like attacking the tribe of the local guide accompanying that visitor, and that is a sole ingredient for tribal conflict. No one in their right mind would want to start such a BIG tribal mess knowingly.
  
  Also the mass media tends to blow reality out of proportion when it comes to factual reporting about PNG. Unfortunately, PNG is a victim of much negative publicity worldwide. My suggestion is visit PNG and you will find out the truth.
  
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• Are there cannibals in PNG?
  
  The answer to that is no. It is believed that certain tribes from various parts of PNG were supposed to have practised cannibalism in the past.
  
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• What is or was a Luluai?
  
  A policy of the Territory government was to appoint village headmen to positions of liaison, to facilitate dealings between the Administration and the local people. They reported lawlessness and assisted patrol officers with census, health and magisterial matters. It was their role to see that government directives concerning village improvements were carried out. They were called Luluai.
  
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• Is polgygamy still practiced in PNG?
  
  The practice or lifestyle of polgygamy, once common, is now not as common but it is still practiced.
  
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• What is the best place to visit in PNG?
  
  PNG is very diverse. I would need to know what you want to do or see before I could even recommend a place to see
  You can choose from diving
  fishing
  boating
  yachting
  bush walking
  trekking
  surfing
  swimming
  island hopping
  bird watching
  nature / wildlife watching
  white water rafting
  climbing
  volcano watching and the list just goes on and on.
  Many of the places / regions can offer nearly all of the items listed above. Of course there are also cultural shows, artifacts, farming, river tours, World War II relics, a couple of museums, you can even cycle along the roads in New Ireland Province etc etc
  
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• Where can I find the prices of shares on the PNG Stock Exchange?
  
  I recommend a visit to http://www.pngbd.com/finance/shares.php -- not only will you find share prices at this site -- you will also find nearly everything there is to know about PNG including many photographs.
  
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• Where can I find out the election results for the 2002 elections?
  
  The PNG electoral commission has a website at http://www.pngec.gov.pg. That should show the latest results. Apart from that you could try the Post Courier http://www.postcourier.com.pg or The National http://www.thenational.com.pg
  
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• Where can I find out information about the New Guinea singing dog?
  
  Try the http://www.canineworld.com/ngsdcs/index.htm site.
  
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• Where do the Hagahais come from?
  
  The Hagahais are from the inland region of the North Coast of Madang and are said to be the most recently discovered people in PNG.
  
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• How can I get a job in PNG?
  
  This is a common question. If you are not a citizen of PNG then you can only get a job if your job skills and qualifications fit into a job that is classified as being okay for non PNG citizens to have.
  If you meet the requirements and have a job lined up your employer will then apply for a Work Permit for you. Once you have a work permit you can then enter the country and take up your job.
  
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• What is a Waga?
  
  It is a traditional, seaworthy sturdy vessel. The hull is made from a dugout log, about 10 metres long to which two large planks has been added.
  
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• Is it possible to do the Kokoda Trail in sections?
  
  There are number of points along the trail where light aircraft airstrips and regular or chartered flights are available so trekking the Kokoda Trail can be undertaken in sections if you want to.
  
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• How long does it take to walk the World War II Kokoda Track?
  
  The record for the Kokoda Trail is less than 24 hours however treks of 5 to 15 days are the most common trek length.
  
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• Does PNG have traffic lights?
  
  Yes, There are traffic lights located along Waigani Drive in Port Moresdby. Two sets are near the Holiday Inn and another set is at Waigani near the Waigani Market.
  
  There were sets at Hubert Murray Highway and Taurama Rd, 4-Mile and 5-Mile but these have been replaced with roundabouts.
  
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• When did Burns Philp first set up shop in PNG?
  
  In 1891 William Gors arrived in Port Moresby from Thursday Island to manage the first Burns Philp store in PNG or British New Guinea (BNG) as it was called then. The existing store was purchased from Andrew Goldie who was selling up due to ill health.
  
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• Where was the second Burns Philp store established?
  
  It was established on the Island of Samarai in the same year as the first store was opened in Port Moresby (1891).
  
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• What sort of television programmes do you watch in PNG?
  
  

  I'll list some of the stations that we are able to receive. Along with our local TV station EmTV -- http://www.emtv.com.pg -- we also have access to several satellite broadcasters such as -

  +- E!
  +- HBO
  +- Cinemax
  +- National Geographic
  +- Star Movies
  +- Star World
  +- Star Sports
  +- BBC
  +- Country Music
  +- Cartoon Network
  +- Discovery Channel
  +- Nickelodeon
  +- Hallmark
  +- ESPN
  +- Animal Planet
  +- MTV
  +- Tech TV
  +- CNBC Asia
  +- CNN
  +- etcetera
  +- Australian Channels (ABC, GWN, SBS, 7 Central, Imparja)
  Some people have access to other channels and still we can't find anything decent to watch.
  For more information please pay a visit to -- http://www.hitron.com.pg -- who offer microwave and cable redistribution of satellite services.

  For all your cable TV needs in the Morobe Province visit the Tolec Electronics
  website at -- http://www.tolec.com.pg

  
  
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• When is the Ok Tedi mine due to close?
  
  Under the current approved mining plan, operations at Ok Tedi are expected to cease around mid-2010 when readily accessible ore is exhausted.
  
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• Where can I find folktales / stories about PNG?
  
  The Cassowary - http://www.peacecorps.gov/wws/folktales/legend.html
  If you want to find out how to purchase two magnificent books on PNG folk tales then visit http://thslone.tripod.com/masalaipress.htmlwith samples located at http://thslone.tripod.com/1001PNGnights.html
  
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• Where can I find out about orchids in PNG?
  
  It is recommended that you pay a visit to http://www.pngorchids.com.
  
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• Where can I find a list of PNG "Dames"?
  
  Rachel Cleland was the first PNG Dame in 1980 and I know of
  Dame Alice Wedega 1982
  Dame Josephine Abaijah
  Dame Mary Kekedo 1987, Dame Rose KekedoDame Carol Kidu
  I do not know any of the other ladies that have been made dames in the Queens Birthday or New Year Honours list since PNG became independent in 1975
  
  
  
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• What ladies have been awarded awards from the Queen (Buckingham Palace) other than a Dame?
  
  Mary Kekedo - 1968 British Empire Medal
  Alice Wedega - 1964 Member of the British Empire
  Rosa Tokiel - 1975 Member of the British Empire
  Rachel Cleland - 1959 Member of the British Empire
  Rachel Cleland - 1966 Commander of the British Empire
  
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• When was Value Added Tax first talked about in PNG?
  
  Chris Haiveta, the then Finance Minister of PNG, announced the idea in his November 1995 budget speech.
  
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Created 1 May 2002
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