Community News
Remembering 64 years of Occupation, Genocide etc in West Papua by Indonesia
Ribka Ovide & Friend (left)
Language is a powerful tool for com-munication, bringing gaps and encou-raging understand between individuals community and culture. Pictured are Ribka Ovide and her fried presenting office report the importance of know-ing and understanding you mother tongue.
Jacob Rumbiak
As someone who has had lots of ex-perience and understanding of the his-tory and political state of West Papua, Jacob took the opportunity to educate the community especially the younger generation on the important of knowing their history of their country.
Immanuel K
Immanuel, a passionate young West Papuan media enthusiast, capturing and sharing community events through film and videography. His work not only documents important moments but also serves as a powerful tool for storytelling, amplifying the voices and struggles of the West Papuan people. With a keen eye for detail and a
Gipson Suu
Gipson Suu presented ad sobering re-port from the West Papua Women's Office, s hedding light on the devas-tation impact of logging on West Papua's environment. He highlighted widespread destruction of forest, po-llution of waterways, and displace-ment of communities, emphasising the disproportionate effect on Indigenous men, women and children
Novenus Omabak
VWPA President Novenus Omabak extends a warm welcome to all community members and honored guests as they gather to remember 64 years of genodice, human right abuses and injustice the West Papuans face from than until now His opening remarks set the tone on the occasion, acknowledging the community's history, resilience, and cultural heritage.
Emilia Wainggai
The Secretary of VWPA,steering the event, invites all attendees to pause and reflect on the significance of this momentous occasion. She draws the community's attention to the profound importance of this gathering, honoring the past, acknowledging the present, and embracing the future.
Happy 50th Independence Anniversary to our Papua New Guinea Community
West Papua Community celebrating PNG's 50th Independence Anniversary
The West Papuan Community was honoured to be part of this amazing mile stone celebration. This shows the connection between PNG & West Papua and their shared Melanesia heritage
Traditional Dance from Manus Island in PNG
Manus has one of the most unique dance in PNG. The dance usually see dancers dance to the rhythm of Garamut, a drum made of slit log. Rhythm is created by a player beating with two sticks simultaneously creating beautiful harmony to match the dancers movement
Cassowary
A Man dressed up as cassowary. As funny as it is, this shows truly how rich PNG is with its Flora and Fauna. Cassowary is a flightless bird found PNG, West Papua , Moluccas and Northeastern Australia know for its powerful deadly kick
Ivone
While representing the West Papuan Community in events like this show-casing West Papuan culture, she is also representing her parents, family and her people from Biak in West Papua.
Immanuel
Immanuel is from Jayapura. He is a very passionate about art & dances. Always up to task. This invitation was an amazing opportunity for him not only to represent West Papua but also his people and family too. A very good member of the community, a talented dancer and amazing film maker.
Stenly
Stenly is a talented young man who is always available when needed. He hails from Yahukimo in West Papua. The dance Wisisi performed by the West Papuan community origin-ates from the highlands of West Papua where Stanley's family and people come from.
Community General Meeting, Committee Meeting & Planning 2025
General Meeting 2025
Introducing the state constitution that guides our organisation's operations. By understanding and adhering to this framework, we can work together to achieve our goals and make a positive impact in our community.
VWPA Inc Logo 2025
Introducing our new logo, featuring improved graphics and a fresh design that embodies our organisaton's values and mission.
VWPA Inc Think Tank 2025
We're thrilled to introduce the Victoria West Papua Association Inc. (VWPA Inc.) website, your online destination for news updates, cultural events, and compelling storytelling that showcases our commitment to the West Papuan community.