Ramu River Basin District

Middle Ramu District

Leading governance and service coordination for communities along the mid-Ramu River basin

Riverine Communities

Floodplain Management

Community early-warning protocols and riverbank protection initiatives underway

Focus: Hazard mapping & sustainable fishing | Partners: Local communities & LLGs

About Middle Ramu District

District Overview

The Middle Ramu District Administration Office leads governance and service coordination for communities along the mid-Ramu River basin. Covering remote riverine villages, lowland floodplains, and hinterland hamlets, the district's economy is driven by subsistence agriculture, inland fishing, and cash-crop cultivation. The office partners with provincial departments, local-level governments, and community stakeholders to deliver essential services, promote sustainable livelihoods, and ensure inclusive participation in district planning.

Riverine Communities

Serving remote villages along the mid-Ramu River basin and floodplains

Agricultural Economy

Driven by subsistence agriculture, inland fishing, and cash-crop cultivation

Inclusive Participation

Ensuring community voices shape district planning and decision-making

Local Economy & Livelihoods

The district's economy is driven by diverse activities supporting remote riverine communities and hinterland hamlets

Subsistence Agriculture

Traditional farming practices supporting local food security and community needs

Agriculture Support

Inland Fishing

Sustainable fishing practices in the Ramu River supporting local protein needs

Fishing Programs

Cash-Crop Cultivation

Agricultural products for local markets and economic sustainability

Market Access

District Services

Comprehensive governance and service coordination to support remote riverine communities and promote sustainable livelihoods

District Development Plan Implementation

Rolling schedule of priority infrastructure and social projects, with budget tracking and status updates.

View Plan Active
Service Delivery Coordination

Alignment of health, education, water, sanitation, and agricultural services across Local-Level Governments.

Coordination Active
Floodplain and River Management

Hazard mapping, community early-warning protocols, and joint initiatives on riverbank protection and sustainable fishing.

River Safety River
Local-Level Government Support

Technical assistance, governance training, and capacity-building workshops for LLG councils.

LLG Support Capacity
Community Engagement & Empowerment

Public consultations, women's and youth empowerment programs, and cultural events that foster participatory decision-making.

Engage Community
Disaster Risk Management

Village-level hazard assessments, emergency response planning, and coordination of the District Disaster Committee.

Safety Preparedness
Data Collection & Reporting

Quarterly performance reports, needs assessments, and development indicators to guide evidence-based decisions.

Reports Data

River Basin Communities

Riverine
Remote Villages
Floodplain
Lowland Areas
Hinterland
Hamlet Communities
Sustainable
Livelihood Focus

River Basin Management

Specialized services addressing the unique challenges and opportunities of the mid-Ramu River basin communities

Floodplain Management

Our specialized floodplain and river management services include comprehensive hazard mapping, community early-warning protocols, and joint initiatives focused on riverbank protection and sustainable fishing practices. These measures ensure the safety and resilience of our riverine communities.

  • Community hazard mapping
  • Early-warning protocols
  • Riverbank protection initiatives
  • Sustainable fishing programs
Community Partnerships

We partner with provincial departments, local-level governments, and community stakeholders to deliver essential services and promote sustainable livelihoods. Our approach ensures inclusive participation in district planning and decision-making processes that affect river basin communities.

  • Provincial department coordination
  • Local-level government partnerships
  • Community stakeholder engagement
  • Inclusive planning processes

Contact Middle Ramu District Office

Middle Ramu District Administration Office

Office Address

Under the Corporate Governance, District and LLG Services
Middle Ramu District Administration Building

Postal Address

PO Box 2139
MIDDLE RAMU
Madang Province, Papua New Guinea

Phone

+675 ______________________________

Email

middleramu.district@madang.gov.pg

Website

https://www.madang.gov.pg/middle-ramu

Facebook

facebook.com/MiddleRamuDistrictAdmin

Serving River Basin Communities

Our office specializes in serving remote riverine villages, lowland floodplains, and hinterland hamlets throughout the mid-Ramu River basin area.