Welcome to Australia Awards in Papua New Guinea
Applications for In-PNG Scholarships Intake 2021 in midwifery are now openDue to the State of Emergency declared in PNG related to coronavirus, our office is closed until further notice.
We continue to work remotely and we will post updates on this website. You can also contact us by email as follows:
Long-term in-Australia Scholarships enquiries: scholarships AT australiaawardspng.org
In-PNG Scholarships enquiries: incountry AT australiaawardspng.org
Short Course Awards enquiries: fellowships AT australiaawardspng.org
PNG Australia Alumni Association enquiries: secretariat AT pngaaa.org
Australia Awards in PNG
Australia’s international development assistance in Papua New Guinea helps promote prosperity, reduce poverty, and enhance political stability.
Australia Awards Scholarships are prestigious international awards offered by the Australian Government to the next generation of global leaders for development. Through study and research, awardees develop the skills and knowledge to drive change and help build enduring people-to-people links with Australia.
Applicants are assessed on their professional and personal qualities, academic competence and, most importantly, their potential to impact on development challenges in Papua New Guinea.
Applications are strongly encouraged from women, people with disability and those from the provinces.
Australia Awards in Papua New Guinea Priority Sectors
Australia Awards in Papua New Guinea
Newcrest-funded midwives creating a difference for mothers and babies’ health
‘If I am very knowledgeable and skilful but my attitude isn’t good towards my patient then I’m not a good midwife. A good attitude can also contribute to minimising complications mothers encounter during labour and delivery. And this can also prevent maternal and...
Building knowledge and networks over café lattes in Australia
Knowledge and skills that Australia Awards scholars gain in Australia extend well beyond the classroom. Scholars are enriched through a culturally diverse experience in Australia, creating valuable personal and professional connections. Grace Nugi is studying a Master...
Midwives making a difference to families across PNG
In recognition of the critical role midwives play in improving neonatal and maternal healthcare in Papua New Guinea (PNG), Australia Awards PNG celebrated the achievements and commitment of more than 500 midwife graduates at an alumni event on Thursday 21 March at...