Papua New Guinea's Lead Housing Authority

Delivering Papua New Guinea's Housing Agenda

The National Housing Corporation is Papua New Guinea's central housing agency, leading the delivery of Government housing programmes, affordable and social housing initiatives, home ownership opportunities and sustainable housing development across the nation.

Mr. Abel Tol

Managing Director

MANAGING DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE

Welcome to the National Housing Corporation.

The National Housing Corporation plays a central role in advancing Papua New Guinea’s housing agenda and supporting the Government’s commitment to providing safe, affordable and sustainable housing for our people.

Our responsibility goes beyond building houses. We are committed to supporting affordable and social housing initiatives, creating pathways to home ownership, managing public housing assets, and contributing to well-planned and sustainable communities across Papua New Guinea.

As our population, towns and cities continue to grow, the need for accessible and sustainable housing becomes increasingly important. NHC will continue working with Government agencies, provincial authorities, communities, development partners and the private sector to address the country’s housing needs and support national development.

We are also transforming the way we operate and deliver services. Through improved processes, stronger governance and digital service delivery, we aim to make our services more accessible, transparent, efficient and responsive to tenants, applicants and the wider public.

This website represents an important part of that commitment. It provides a trusted source of information about NHC’s mandate, Government housing programmes, projects, policies and services, while providing convenient access to our online services.

We invite you to explore our work and join us as we build a stronger and more sustainable housing future for Papua New Guinea.

Mr. Abel Tol

Managing Director, National Housing Corporation

OUR ROLE

NHC's Role in Papua New Guinea's Housing Development

As the nation's lead housing authority, established under the National Housing Corporation Act, NHC drives housing policy, development and management across Papua New Guinea.

Statutory Authority

NHC is PNG's principal statutory agency for public housing, operating under the National Housing Corporation Act and national housing policy directives.

Housing Development

We plan, fund and deliver new housing estates, subdivisions and community developments nationwide — from concept to key handover.

Property Management

NHC manages a nationwide portfolio of government-owned residential properties, ensuring safe and well-maintained homes for tenants.

Policy & Legislation

We advise the Government on housing policy and are the implementing agency for all national housing legislation and NEC directives.

Provincial Presence

Operating across all provinces of PNG, NHC delivers housing services through provincial offices and community liaison programmes.

Sustainable Communities

NHC designs housing developments that support SDG 11 — creating liveable, inclusive and sustainable communities for all Papua New Guineans.

OUR NATIONAL IMPACT

Our Impact Across Papua New Guinea

Delivering on our mandate to provide affordable and accessible housing solutions for the nation.

PROPERTIES MANAGED

FAMILIES HOUSED

PROVINCES COVERED

YEARS OF SERVICE

HOUSING PROGRAMMES

Affordable Housing & Government Initiatives

NHC administers a range of Government-mandated housing programmes designed to ensure every Papua New Guinean has access to safe, decent, and affordable housing.

Affordable Housing

NHC develops and manages affordable rental housing for low and middle-income Papua New Guineans, particularly government workers and urban residents priced out of the private market. Properties are distributed across all provinces with subsidised rent structures calibrated to household income.

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    Subsidised rental housing
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    Income-based eligibility
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    Subsidised rental housing
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    Subsidised rental housing
Home Ownership

Through the Government's home ownership programme, eligible NHC tenants may purchase their residence at concessional rates. NHC administers the end-to-end process — from application and valuation through finance facilitation to title transfer — helping families build lasting equity.

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    Concessional purchase pricing
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    Tenant eligibility pathway
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    Finance facilitation support
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    Title transfer assistance
Government Initiatives

NHC implements several Government-directed housing initiatives, including the NEC Decision No. 341/2023 urban housing programme, public servant housing provisioning, and joint ventures with provincial governments to expand housing supply in underserved communities nationwide.

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    NEC housing directives
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    Public servant housing
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    Provincial partnerships
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    Urban renewal projects

NATIONWIDE REACH

Provincial Housing Development

NHC operates in every province of Papua New Guinea, delivering housing services through a network of provincial offices, liaison officers, and community engagement programmes. Our provincial teams work alongside local governments to identify housing needs, allocate properties, and support development projects.

From the National Capital District to Bougainville, Manus to Milne Bay, NHC ensures that geographic distance is no barrier to accessing quality government housing.

Featured Developments

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ONGOING

Madang Coastline Housing Development
  • Madang Town, Madang

New housing development in Madang Province providing 70 units for public servants and their families. Designed to accommodate the growing workforce in Madang.

  • 70
  • 01/01/2026
  • April 22, 2028

COMPLETED

Tokarara Housing Upgrade Program
  • Tokarara, Port Moresby, National Capital District

Comprehensive upgrade of NHC housing stock in Tokarara suburb, Port Moresby. Replacing aging infrastructure and improving overall housing quality for existing tenants.

  • 95
  • 01/02/2026
  • April 20, 2030

UPCOMING

Goroka Eastern Highlands Social Housing
  • Goroka, Eastern Highlands

Social housing initiative targeting low-income families and vulnerable groups in Goroka. Includes 60 units with priority allocation to eligible families on the NHC waiting list.

  • 60
  • 07/02/2026
  • June 21, 2032

Documents

Key Policy & Statutory Documents

Access NHC's principal legislation, policy frameworks, plans and annual reports.

NHC Corporate Plan

NHC's strategic direction, priorities and organisational goals.

Annual Reports

Audited annual performance and financial reports of NHC.

National Housing Corporation Act

Legislation governing NHC's statutory mandate

Housing Sector Development Plan

Sector-wide roadmap for housing supply and development growth.

NEC Decision No. 341/2023

National Executive Council housing directive

PNG National Housing Policy

Papua New Guinea's national housing framework

  • United Nations SDG 11

Sustainable Cities & Communities

The National Housing Corporation leads Papua New Guinea's housing sector — developing sustainable communities, implementing Government housing initiatives, and delivering affordable homes to citizens across all provinces.

SDG 11.1

Access to adequate, safe and affordable housing and basic services for all

SDG 11.3

Inclusive and sustainable urbanisation and participatory planning

SDG 11.a

Strong national and regional development planning that supports housing growth

SDG 10

Reduced Inequalities — equitable housing allocation

SDG 17

Partnerships for Development Goals

SDG 11

Sustainable Cities & Communities

SDG 1

No Poverty — via affordable housing access

TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

NHC's Digital Transformation

NHC is on a complete digital journey — modernising every touchpoint for tenants, applicants, and staff through purpose-built technology platforms.

Tenant Portal

Online housing applications, rent payments, maintenance requests and lease management for all NHC tenants.

Fixed Asset Management

A centralised digital system to track, maintain and audit the full NHC property portfolio across all provinces.

Lease Management

End-to-end digital lease lifecycle — from issuance through renewal, variation and termination — fully paperless.

3V Platform

NHC's integrated verification, valuation and visibility platform supporting data-driven decision making at all levels.

The Complete Tenant Digital Journey

From the moment you register to the day you receive your keys and beyond — every step of your NHC housing journey is available online through the Tenant Portal.

The Citizen Housing Journey

We've streamlined the process of acquiring and managing public housing to be transparent and accessible.

A Transparent Path to Housing

The NHC is committed to ensuring every eligible citizen has a fair opportunity to secure affordable housing through our standardized allocation process.

Clear Eligibility

Straightforward criteria ensuring those who need housing most are prioritized.

Digital Access

Apply, track, and manage your housing entirely online through our Tenant Portal.

Fair Allocation

A robust, merit-based system for assigning available properties to applicants.

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Latest Notices

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Community Consultation - Mt. Hagen Housing Project

Public Notice

  • 09/04/2026
Reminder - Rent Payment Due Dates

Tenancy Notice

  • 19/04/2026
Supply of Building Materials - Lae Region

Tender

  • 20/04/2026
Construction of Gerehu Stage 6 Phase 2

Tender

  • 24/04/2026