Eli has arrived safely
Eli has arrived safely at West Taraka. The story about the road blocks, raskols and trouble at Kompiri are true and it was a genuine relief to hear Eli’s voice and to know that all three were home and safe.…
A disturbing phone call
just received a rather disturbing phone call from Uncle Steven in West Taraka. Eli, her Mum and young Isaac left Goroka this morning to travel down to Lae. They have not arrived yet – nor have they returned to Goroka. News of road blocks and raskol activity around Kompiri and Barola along the Highlands Highway. There are times in Papua New Guinea when the possibility of being in close range to extreme violence makes me sick to the gut – right this moment is one of those times.…
Are there any snakes in Papua New Guinea?
I get asked from time to time whether Papua New Guinea has any snakes? You bet! Check out the head on this fellow!! The following photo was taken a couple of weeks ago at Kama whilst we were visiting some of the clan that reside in Goroka town…
