World War II and after

During World War 2, many Papuan people went back to their villages or were evacuated to camps far from Port Moresby. Many men were enlisted as carriers for supply support to Allied armies. As a result villages in Port Moresby area fell into disrepair and after the war, Port Moresby had to be reconstructed. During the war itself the city was home to an important Allied base.

In 1945, the Territory of Papua New Guinea was formed when the two territories were amalgamated under a single Australian Administration. This was mainly due to the expansion of the public service and expenditure on building and services by the government agencies.

Port Moresby then was regarded as the Capital until self-government in 1974 and independence in 1975.

Regions and Suburbs

Port Moresby refers to both the urbanised area of the National Capital District and more specifically to the main business area. Other neighbourhoods of Port Moresby include: Koki, Newtown, Konedobu, Kaevaga, Badili, Gabutu, Kila, Matirogo, Three Mile, Kaugere, Sabama, Korobosea, Four Mile, Hohola, Hohola North, Boroko, Gordon, Gordon North, Erima, Saraga, Waigani, Morata and Gerehu.

Transportation

Port Moresby is served by Jacksons International Airport. Air Niugini (the national airline of Papua New Guinea), and Airlines of PNG all fly into Jacksons.