Melanesian Unity - Moomba Festival 2025
Melbourne's iconic Moomba Festival welcomed a special celebration of Melanesian culture and collaboration in 2025. The Papua New Guinea (PNG) and West Papua communities came together to showcase their shared heritage and solidarity.
The unique sounds of the PNG and West Papuan drumming groups filled the air as the crowd gathered to witness the spectacle. Traditional dancers from both communities took to the stage, adorned in intricate tribal costumes, to perform a powerful fusion of traditional dances.
The Melanesian Collaboration at Moomba Festival 2025 wasa testament to the strong bonds between the PNG and West Papuan communities. It celebrated their shared history, culture, and struggles, while promoting unity and solidarity.
The West Papua dancers captivated the crowd at the Moomba Festival with their vibrant traditional attire and energetic performances, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of their homeland. interesting about your business here.
The West Papua and Papua New Guinea communities proudly posed together with the Papua New Guinea National Flag at the Moomba Festival, celebrating their shared Melanesian heritage and solidarity. The iconic moment showcased the strong bond between the two communities, promoting unity, cultural exchange, and awareness about West Papua's struggle for independence.
Art, Culture, Community & Family
63rd Flag Raising Anniversary
The majestic Bird of Paradise dance, performed by the West Papuan Youth, embodies the essence of conservation and sustainability. This captivating traditional dance conveys a powerful message about protecting the endangered Bird of Paradise, an iconic symbol of Papua's rich cultural heri-tage and fragile ecosystem
Melanesian Kinship
The dynamic collaboration between West Papuans and Papua New Guineans at The Moomba Festival,as they proudly shared their unique cultural heritage with the community and the joyous celebration of Melanesian kinship
West Papuan Youth
From the Highlands to the coastal regions, Papuan young people are making a positive impact in their com-munities. They are leaders, innovator and artists using their talents and skills to drive social change and promote cultural preservation.