2025 UPNG SRC Golden Jubilee Independence

First Regional Seminar - Southern Region Sept 9th🇵🇬

📌Day 2 of Independence Celebrations | Southern Region Seminar💯 . #UniversityOfPapuaNewGuinea #UPNG #50thanniversary #PapuaNewGuinea

Golden Jubilee Independence Opening Night - Sept. 8th🇵🇬🤩

📌Kickstartnig PNG's 50th Independence Celebrations💯 . #UniversityOfPapuaNewGuinea #UPNG #50thanniversary #PapuaNewGuinea

✨ DAY 1 RECAP | SOUTHERN REGION - September 9th✨

Last night, we launched the “50 Years of Independence and the Future” Regional Discussions with the Southern Region! 🎉

The evening was rich with reflection and vision, guided by our moderator Mr. Benaiah Nari, and made powerful by the wisdom of our distinguished speakers:
⭐ Sir Moi Avei
⭐ Dame Carol Kidu
⭐ Hon. Charles Abel

Their insights reminded us of the importance of reflecting on our journey and boldly reimagining our tomorrow as a nation. 🇵🇬

We thank everyone who turned up. Your energy and engagement made the night truly impactful and we hope you have left impacted and encouraged.🙌

💡 Next Up: MOMASE REGION
🗓️ Tonight — 10th September 2025
🕕 6PM – 9PM
📍 UPNG New Lecture Theatre

Come be part of history in the making. Every voice matters!

🌟 2025 Golden Jubilee Independence – Opening Night Recap! 🌟

What a powerful and unforgettable start to our 50th Independence Celebrations at UPNG! 🇵🇬✨ The energy, unity, and cultural pride displayed on Monday night reminded us why this milestone is so special.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our humble sponsors for making this event possible.
✅ Department of National Planning and Monitoring
✅️Mineral Resources Authority
✅️PNG50

Our gratitude goes out as well to the;
✅️UPNG SRC 2025 for leading and coordinating this historic celebration.
✅ UPNG Administration – for their unwavering support in allowing us to host and showcase the spirit of PNG on campus 🙌

This is just the beginning! More exciting events and activities are on the way as we journey towards September 16. Let’s continue to celebrate with pride, honor, and unity as a nation. ❤️💛🖤

📢 ANNOUNCEMENT!

Stall Tickets and Car Passes for the UPNG 50th Golden Jubilee Independence Celebrations will be on SALE starting 12PM today onwards.

💳 Strictly Mobile Banking/Internet Banking only.
NO cash payments will be accepted!

Corporate Stalls will also be available for corporate clients who wish to set up on the 16th of September.

NO RESERVATIONS!

Be sure to secure your spot early and be part of this historic celebration! 🎉

✨The Student Representative Council is honored to bring to you the inaugural Regional Seminars 🇵🇬

We invite you to join us tonight for the Southern Region Seminar under the theme: “PNG at 50: Reflecting on our journey, reimagining our tomorrow.”


📅 Date: 9th September 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
📍 Venue: UPNG NLT
🎙️ Featuring distinguished leaders: Sir Moi Avei, Dame Carol Kidu, and Charles Abel
Moderator: Mr. Benaiah Nari

This special seminar marks the beginning of the Regional Seminar Series, bringing reflections on our nation’s 50-year journey and envisioning the future ahead.

Dress Code: Business Casual

🚗 Drop-off provided

THE 50th GOLDEN JUBILEE INDEPENDENCE OFFICIAL PROGRAM LINE-UP IS HERE! 🇵🇬

The UPNG Student Representative Council 2025 proudly presents the Official Line-Up of Events for our 50th Golden Jubilee Independence Celebrations; 50 Years of Independence & the Future! 🇵🇬

✅ We’ve already successfully hosted our Logo Launching & Constitution Exhibition (15th August), the first step in this historic journey.

Now, get ready because the celebrations are only getting bigger and better!🤩🥳

✨ Upcoming Events:

• Independence Opening Night

📅 Monday, 8th September 2025
📍 UPNG Forum Square |
🕓 4:30PM – 9:00PM

🎶 Kicking off our week-long celebrations with performances, reflections, and unity!

• Independence Gallery

📅 9th–12th September 2025
📍 UPNG Bookshop – MLT |
🕘 9:00AM – 5:00PM

🖼️ A special art and history exhibition – “A Walkthrough the Ages: 1975–2025”.

• Regional Seminars

📅 9th–12th September 2025
📍 NLT |
🕕 6:00PM – 9:00PM

🌍 Celebrating PNG’s diversity through knowledge sharing and regional pride.

• Cultural Show

📅 16th September 2025*
📍 UPNG VC Oval |
🕘 9:00AM – 5:00PM

💃🕺 The heart of our Independence celebrations! A vibrant display of PNG’s rich culture and traditions.

• Industrial Seminar

📅 24th–26th September 2025
📍 NLT |
🕕 6:00PM – 9:00PM

🔧 Linking education with industry – preparing for the future.

• Jubilee Crusade

📅 27th–28th September 2025
📍 UPNG Forum Square |
🕔 5:00PM – 9:00PM

🙏 Closing our Golden Jubilee with faith, hope, and thanksgiving.

Get ready for a month filled with culture, music, knowledge, faith, and the spirit of Independence.
This is our Golden Jubilee, let’s celebrate it together in true UPNG style! 💛🖤❤️

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and let’s make history together.
UPNG, where Independence lives on through our students and future leaders! 🇵🇬

📍All Seminars and Night Events will be LIVE Streamed and are open to UPNG Students ONLY!

IT’S OFFICIAL - THE JOURNEY HAS BEGUN! 🇵🇬✨

The UPNG SRC Golden Jubilee Celebrations kicked off in historic style with the Constitution Exhibition, proudly facilitated by the School of Law Administration on Friday, 15th August 2025. This was the first official program of the Golden Jubilee Independence Committee, and it set the perfect tone for what’s ahead! 🎉📖

We were truly honored to welcome;

• Hon. James Marape, Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea
• His Honour Chief Justice Sir Gibbs Salika
• Hon. Davis Steven, MP
• Mr. Leslie Mamu, Public Solicitor of PNG
• Dr. Eric Kwa, Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Constitutional and Law Reform Commission of Papua New Guinea
• Ms. Helen Roalakona, the first female Public Prosecutor of PNG
• Sir Arnold Amet, PNG Ambassador to the United States of America
• Professor Ian Findley, Vice Chancellor of UPNG
• Goiye Gileng, Pro Chancellor of UPNG
• Sir Robert Igara, Chancellor of UPNG
• Members of the Legal Fraternity

Their presence and insights reminded us of the Constitution’s powerful role in shaping our nation’s Independence. 🙌🇵🇬

And the celebrations didn’t stop there… 🎇🔥

The long wait finally ended with the unveiling of the Official Logo for the 2025 UPNG SRC Golden Jubilee Independence! 🥳🇵🇬

🏆 Congratulations to Jack Markus from the UPNG School of Medicine and Health Sciences, whose brilliant design captures 50 years of unity, independence, and student pride. 🎨💡

Special appreciation to the Law Students and the Administration for facilitating the launch, and to our distinguished guest the Pro Chancellor of UPNG, Goiye Gileng, for officially unveiling the logo in style. 💯🙌

This logo is a proud symbol of our unity and culture as we look forward to celebrating PNG’s 50th Independence in grand style. 🖤💛❤️🇵🇬

📷 Photos Courtesy: Law Students Society Media

⚖️ CELEBRATING OUR CONSTITUTION – 50 YEARS FREE! 🇵🇬

This Friday, August 15th, the SRC Independence Committee, in collaboration with the Law Students’ Society (LSS), invites YOU to join us at the School of Law for a day of reflection, pride, and celebration as we mark our nation’s 50th Independence and celebrate the 50th anniversary of our Constitution.

✨ On the Program:
✅ Launch of the SRC Independence Logo - unveiling of our golden emblem for this historic year.
✅ Seminar with inspiring guest speakers from all three arms of Government.
✅ Constitution Exhibition - a journey through the document that shaped our nation.

For 50 years, our Constitution has been the guiding light for our democracy, justice, and unity. This is our moment to honor it, learn from it, and look forward to the next 50 years together.🇵🇬

SPECIAL REMINDER:
👔 Dress Code -
• All SOL students in Black and White
• All other interested individuals in Smart Business Formal

Open to the UPNG Community ONLY!

Be part of the CELEBRATION. Be part of our REFLECTION.❤️💛🖤

THAT’S A WRAP! 🇵🇬🔥

What a journey it’s been! From Southern, to NGI, to Highlands, and finally the vibrant Momase Region, led by:

🏝️ Morobe
🐚 Madang
🐊 East Sepik
🌅 West Sepik (Sandaun)

Each float brought life, culture, and unity to the streets of Port Moresby in true PNG style. 💃🏾🎶🌴⛰️🏝️

To every student who danced, sang, marched, and proudly represented their province, thank you. You didn’t just celebrate your culture, you told the story of a united Papua New Guinea. ❤️🖤💛

A heartfelt thank you to Hon. Governor Powes Parkop for believing in the UPNG SRC and student body to deliver this series of powerful cultural parades. Your support continues to give young voices the platform to lead and shine. 🙏🏽💯

The Unity Float Parade was only the beginning.
Stay tuned for more events that are coming as we continue the 50th Independence celebrations!🥳🙌

One People. One Story. One PNG.🇵🇬

UNITY FLOAT PARADE GRAND FINALE | MOMASE REGION THIS SATURDAY! 🇵🇬

After unforgettable weekends celebrating the Southern, NGI, and Highlands Regions, it’s time for the AMAZING MOMASE REGION to close the curtain in spectacular style! 🌊🔥
Let the drums echo, the singsing rise, and the colours of the Sepik, Morobe, and Madang flood the city streets!

📅 Saturday, July 26th, 2025
📍 From UPNG Campus to Sir Hubert Murray Stadium

FEATURING:
🏝️ Morobe
🐊 East Sepik
🐚 Madang
🌅 West Sepik (Sandaun)

You’ve seen the mountains dance, the islands sing, the south rise, now get ready for the river to roar and the coast to shine! 🌊🏝️

Expect explosive performances, proud displays of traditional wear, and the true spirit of Momase on full display. From Wewak to Lae, Aitape to Bogia, it’s our time now! ❤️🖤💛

Some of Momase’s top talents will be LIVE at Sir Hubert Murray Stadium, bringing the energy, the vibe, and the pride you won’t want to miss!🎤🎶

Let’s bring it home, Momase!
Let’s finish strong. Let’s finish proud. Let’s finish united. 💪🏾💯

One People. One Parade. One PNG Story.🇵🇬

HIGHLANDS REGION BROUGHT THE FIRE! 🔥
What a weekend to remember! Culture, colour, rhythm, and unity overflowed as the Highlands Region lit up the streets and stadium with pure PNG pride! ⛰️🎶💥

From thunderous war cries to vibrant bilas and energetic performances, the Highlands spirit was ALIVE in every step and every beat. The crowd felt it. The city felt it. The nation felt it. 🙌🏾🔥

Representing with pride:

🛖 Eastern Highlands
🦅 Western Highlands
🪙 Enga
⛰️ Simbu
🛣️ Jiwaka
🌳 Southern Highlands
🌄 Hela

Each province brought its own flavour, story, and power, and together, they delivered an unforgettable cultural experience! 💯⛰️

A huge shout out to all our Highlands students. You made your ancestors proud and stamped your legacy on the Unity Float Parade. ❤️🖤💛

Special thanks to Hon. Governor Powes Parkop for once again trusting the UPNG SRC and student body to lead and deliver this extraordinary event. Your support continues to uplift young voices and celebrate the beauty of PNG’s diverse identity.🙏

One People. One Parade. One PNG Story. 🇵🇬