New Ireland Province

New Ireland Province extends 360 kilometers with a width ranging from 10 to 40 kilometers, featuring Mount Taron at 2,340 meters elevation.

German colonists administered the region from 1884 to 1914, naming it Neu-Mecklenburg and developing copra plantations throughout the territory.

Local communities maintain the Malagan ceremonial system, which includes the creation of ornate masks and specific rituals to commemorate deceased individuals.

The province contains two administrative districts, Namatanai and Kavieng, with Kavieng city serving as the provincial capital at the northern tip.

The waters north of New Ireland contain some of the Pacific Ocean's most productive skipjack tuna fishing grounds, supporting local maritime industries.

Location: Papua New Guinea

Capital city: Kavieng

GPS coordinates: -3.00000,151.50000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:12