Martin Korokan Lomeyari | Papua New Guinea/Oceania

In the remote highland heartland of Papua New Guinea, the ancient village of Yarra Mander stands as a symbol of cultural resilience and sacred continuity.

Amid the misty highlands of Enga Province, the Keas Yakale Catholic Community is pioneering the implementation of Papua New Guinea’s 1:6:6 education reform, blending faith and innovation to transform rural learning.

Enga University marked a historic milestone as Papua New Guinea’s newest university held its inaugural graduation ceremony at the Wabag campus on May 23, 2025.

Oral histories and emerging archaeological perspectives trace their roots back an astounding 75,000 years, making them more than just custodians of the land. They are a living link to humanity’s deep past.

In the mist-veiled mountains of Enga Province, far removed from the bustle of modern cities, lies the ancient land of Yampu—sacred to the Malipin Angalean Yaramanda people.

The rhythmic chants and vibrant energy of Māori culture filled Jubilee Catholic Secondary School in Hohola on May 18, 2025, as students welcomed Te Kapa Haka o Ngāti Whakaue, a renowned cultural performance group from Rotorua, New Zealand.

From May 11 to 15, 2025, Port Moresby became a spiritual and ecclesial focal point for the Catholic Church in the Pacific as it hosted the executive meeting of the Federation of Catholic Bishops Conferences of Oceania (FCBCO).

From the islands of Samoa to the deserts of Australia, Mother's Day in Oceania is a powerful expression of love, tradition, and cultural identity.

In the remote and rugged highlands of Papua New Guinea, where lush mountains cradle centuries-old villages, access to quality healthcare remains one of the region’s greatest challenges. Amidst these obstacles, St Damien Yampu Hospital in Enga Province stands as a beacon of resilience, compassion, and healing.

The bells of cathedrals across Australia rang in harmony with those of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome on the momentous evening when white smoke billowed above the Sistine Chapel, announcing to the world: Habemus Papam.