Organizers preparing for the iconic Mt Hagen Cultural Show have received a financial boost, with the National Cultural Commission (NCC) stepping in to support the event with a K10,000 sponsorship. The funding, presented during a modest ceremony at NCC headquarters in Port Moresby, was handed over by NCC Executive Director Steven Enomb Kilanda to Richard Lazarus, Executive Manager for Commerce and Tourism in the Western Highlands Provincial Administration. This contribution will help ensure the show continues its proud tradition of uniting tribes and communities from across the Highlands to share their customs, dances, stories, and songs in one of PNG’s most vibrant displays of cultural pride. The show is more than an event, it’s a platform to showcase identity and keep traditions alive, throughout generations. For the region, it’s a powerful tourism drawcard that brings in thousands of visitors, inserting life into the local economy. With the 2025 show scheduled for 14–17 August, anticipation is already building. Local singsing groups, cultural performers, and artisans are preparing to take the spotlight as Mt Hagen once again becomes the focal point of Highland culture.