Projects
“The Southern Highlands Provincial Government is driving progress with impactful projects like the K41 million Mendi Airport reopening in 2025 and the Aigiru Centre renovation, set to finish in 2024. From upgraded roads and Muruk Lodge to rural electrification, we’re enhancing connectivity, efficiency, and opportunity across our province.”
Projects & Initiatives
Muruk Lodge Upgrade
Investment for the provincial government
Agiru Centre Renovation
Refurbish provincial office headquarters
Rural Electrification Initiatives
Enhance electricity services
National Court House
New building to access judicial services
Latest Projects
Muruk Lodge Upgrade
Refurbishment of th Muruk Lodge facility in Mendi, alongside the Aigiru Centre, an investment by the provincial government
Rural Electrification Initiatives
Rural electrification program supported by JICS and PNG Power Ltd to supply electricity to rural areas in the Southern Highlands Province
Agiru Centre Renovation
Led by Acting Provincial Administrator David Kelma, this administrative building in Mendi was renovated, with completion targeted within 2025.
Oiyarep Stadium
Oiyarep Stadium in Southern Highlands is under development, preparing to host the PNG Grassroots Games, promoting local sports talent and growth
Mendimanda Bridge
The Mendimanda Bridge is under construction to improve access to the new Mendi Hospital project, enhancing healthcare services in Southern Highlands
Coffee Seedlings Distribution and Planting
The National Court House in Southern Highlands is under construction, enhancing judicial services and ensuring efficient legal proceedings in the province.
Mendi Valley Plaza
Mendi Valley Plaza has been rebuilt after it was damaged by the 2018 earthquake. The new building will have offices for Kina Bank, Motor Vehicle Insurance Limited, Internal Revenue Commission, and other important services. It will help people in Mendi access banking, tax, and insurance services more easily.
National Court House
The National Court House in Southern Highlands is under construction, enhancing judicial services and ensuring efficient legal proceedings in the province.
Muruks Stadium
Muruks stadium is under construction funded by the provincial government. The stadium will be the home ground for the Mendi Muruks Franchise team of the Exon Mobil Digicel Cup intercity games. The construction is undertaken by Macovs Limited.
Mendi Town Roads
Road sealing in Mendi town is now in progress. The work is funded by the Southern Highlands Provincial Government. Construct Oceanic Limited is doing the job. When finished, the new roads will make travel easier, safer, and cleaner for everyone living in Mendi and those visiting the town.