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ENB QLD Community – Tolai Dance Group Invitation

The ENB QLD Community Inc. Cultural Committee is calling on PNG University students across Brisbane and Gold Coast to join their Tolai Dance Groups (ladies and men’s).

Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just someone with a love for PNG culture—this is your chance to be part of something special.

The groups will proudly showcase Tolai culture at the upcoming PNG 50th Independence Celebration on 13 September in Beenleigh.

No experience needed—just cultural pride and a willingness to connect.

To join: Message the team on the ENB QLD Community Facebook page or email Angie at enbqldsecretary@gmail.com

JULY end of Month meeting will be held Sunday 27th, 2025. 11am start.
(Bertha street Entry – Kalinga Park)

DANCE PRACTICE for Tolai Men’s and Ladies – come along and join in!
All welcome – no experience necessary!

Bring your mat, chair and a dish to share!

Taking payments for Guria Gala Ball.
All tables have been reserved.

$5 plate food – $2 drinks – RAFFLES
Choir Practice (please bring Hymn Book) 

Smooth travels for the ENB QLD group yesterday! Heavy rainfall on arrival at Tokua did not dampen their spirit. All so excited to see family and friends! Enjoy being home and take care!

Below some information about the upcoming National Mask and Warwagira Festival and link if interested for more information.

Experience the Magic!!

The Famous Mask Festival Package Now Available!

Reach out to us now to witness the breathtaking traditional dances, elaborate masks, and captivating ceremonies that make this annual July event an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this incredible celebration of culture and heritage in East New Britain.

Ready to Book Your Cultural Adventure??

Spaces for this popular event are limited, so reach out today to secure your spot and get all the details on our special package!

WhatsApp: +675 7115 6650

Email: info@rhtpng.com

We are grateful to Elsie on the ground this month in ENBP – who handed over to the Emergency Department, Vunapope Hospital a portable suction machine donated from the ENB Queensland Community.

A big thank you to Kate from St John’s Ambulance who brought this need to our attention and then facilitated a training session for OPD \ ED Team – we are joyful to know that this piece of equipment will be well utilised and the staff can continue to offer great care to their patients.

Thank you to all OPD / ED teams in 2025!

Bougainville Sankamap Aust. Assoc. Inc.

Invite the wider PNG community in Brisbane to purchase tickets to the BLACK & WHITE BALL

In celebration of AROB DAY !

June 14, 2025 (details on the flyer)

…………. Spread the word!

Sunday 29th June 11 am at Kalinga Park, Clafield, Queensland.

Congratulations to all who turned up to do the final pack on the 24th May – truly was the “DREAM TEAM” yesterday!

A fun and productive day in glorious weather.

Special mentions of super dedication to Emma Cross who came by train from Bundaberg with 6 suitcases of school uniforms. Monique Thurston drove from Yepoon with Highschool books. Nola and Josh who spent time packing during their short turn around trip back from work. The love of support and contribution is wide spread!

Veronica Henderson who helped and guided us today – we appreciate all you do for the ENB QLD Community. Sandra and Judith from Gulf – thank you for giving us a hand today!

Richard and Glen on the forks today – Amazing- you guys were on the go all day! Fiona thank you for being an amazing visual space coordinator- ensuring every inch of space was filled!

The 3 AMIGOS – Hamish / Alfred / Fraser – each year these 3 young Men bring their expertise and muscle to get the job done. 8 years now you turn up rain hail or shine. Much gratitude and pride for what you do!

All this is made possible because of our blessed partnership with ROTARY RARE – Peter, Guy and John present also for the packing. Boina Tuna! Thank you and so appreciated !

Thanks everyone and let’s see you all at the dance 31st May at Norths Rugby Club -6.30pm.

More photos on https://www.facebook.com/ENBQLDCommunityInc

Today’s pick up by Emmanuel, OJ Rarua and Toro Stack, Emax’s friends – Solarbuddy at Morningside from Elly Harris . Emannuel also pick up the remaining maternity packs from Maria and Nick Mijts.

Solar buddy containers destined for DOY Island – also boxes of reusable pads from the Catholic craft group. We truly appreciate our donors and volunteers who assist us with collecting and packing our container.

All on deck with packing ENB Qld container were Emmanuel Mareveka, OJ Rarua and Toro Stack , Peter Gibbs, Veronica Henderson, Anita and Michael Barry.

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Be Part of the 2025 28th Coca-Cola National Mask and Warwagira Festival-ENB

Will be showcasing some uniqueness of the Gazelle Peninsula.

Hosted By Gazelle District at George Brown Secondary school sports field

Date: 9th-12th July 2025

Proudly Sponsored by Coca-Cola

Air Niugini’s generosity has made it possible once more to offer an incredible prize for the Major Raffle at the Guria Gala Ball on September 6th, 2025.

The prize includes 2 return BUSINESS CLASS flights Brisbane – TOKUA – Brisbane.

Get your $10 ticket now and you could be the lucky winner! Contact one of our executives or send us a message to secure your tickets today!

Contact via https://www.facebook.com/ENBQLDCommunityInc

For our PNG diaspora, another opportunity to gather & pray for our country PNG & ourselves.

https://www.facebook.com/ENBQLDCommunityInc

Bring your best island style and your island moves…! PNG tunes will be pumping and the dance floor jumping. Delicious $10 food packs available from 6.30pm – drinks available at the bar! Hot delicious COFFEE from the Kalakai Collective.

Here’s a snippet of some of the amazing raffle prizes. Our Major prize raffle tickets for 2025 will be selling as well – 2 RTN tickets BNE – TOKUA Business Class. (Drawn at the GGB)

Let’s join our wantoks and bring a dish to share.

WEST NEW BRITAIN FUNDRAISER BRISBANE

9th June – 12-4pm

Murarrie Progress Hall

10 Queensport Rd, Murarrie

Our East New Britain Queensland Community Inc Annual Major Raffle 2025 is happening again. It will be drawn on the night of our Guria Gala Ball on 6 September 2025 and the winner will be contacted by phone. Tickets are $10. Message me if you’d like to purchase a ticket or two. All funds raised will go towards a worthy cause i.e. providing basic medical and education supplies for our communities back on the island. Thank you (boina tuna) for reading.

https://www.facebook.com/ENBQLDCommunityInc

Many thanks to Maria, Sandra, Rose Pauline, Kathy, Doreen and the St Joseph Bracken Ridge craft group. Angie and Elsie assisted with packing – before Emmanuel and Nick loaded in a truck bound for the container.

Maria once more has facilitated the production of 551 Maternity bags – a new record for these amazing women. CONGRATULATIONS on your generous efforts in 2025.

A big shout out to Emmanuel for the pick up today of 25,000 surgical gloves and maternity pack boxes. We truly appreciate all that you do for us. Boina Tuna

Please follow the “PNGFQI page” for the latest news on our PNG 50th Anniversary celebrations

2025, 1st of May

1st round of packing of 2025 container.

A massive shout out to those that dropped off and assisted with packing today – so very much appreciated! To all the generous and thoughtful people that have donated books/ stationery/ nursing text books/ sports equipment/ Wheelchairs, walkers and crutches – the first round are packed and loaded. Boina Tuna.

Eric Hartig, Ian Cheung and wife, Mike and Anita Berry, Anna, Emmanuel and Eddie, Peter, Eileen, Alli and Elsie! Thank you!

Watch this space for other packing days in May!