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Valuers and Land Administrators Inc.

About PNGIVLA

Representing and advancing valuation, land administration and property professionals throughout Papua New Guinea.

The Papua New Guinea Institute of Valuers and Land Administrators Inc. is a professional association established to support, represent and strengthen the valuation, land administration and property professions in Papua New Guinea.

Who We Are

The Institute was incorporated on 21 January 1987 and is recognised as one of Papua New Guinea's early professional bodies. Originally focused on the valuation profession, PNGIVLA has since expanded to include land administrators, property professionals, facilities managers and other related practitioners working across the broader land and built environment sector.

PNGIVLA provides a professional home for practitioners who are committed to ethical conduct, professional competence, public confidence and service to Papua New Guinea.

Our Vision

To be Papua New Guinea's leading professional body for valuation, land administration and property practice, recognised for integrity, competence and contribution to national development.

Our Mission

To strengthen the profession by promoting ethical conduct, professional standards, continuing education, public confidence and collaboration among land and property professionals in Papua New Guinea.

Our Purpose

PNGIVLA exists to promote professional standards, ethical practice, education, member development and constructive engagement across Papua New Guinea's valuation, land administration and property sectors.

What We Do

Professional Development

Supporting continuing professional development for members.

Professional Standards

Promoting ethical and professional standards.

Advocacy and Representation

Engaging with stakeholders and advocating for sound land administration and property advice.

Future Professionals

Supporting students and emerging professionals.

Professional Recognition

Encouraging recognition of qualified and experienced practitioners.

Professional Networking

Providing a forum for professional networking and discussion.

Our History

  1. 1987

    Incorporated on 21 January 1987, originally focused on the valuation profession.

  2. Growth

    Expanded to include land administrators, property professionals and facilities managers.

  3. 2025

    Members elected a new National Executive at the Annual General Meeting in Port Moresby.

  4. Today

    Renewing the Institute and strengthening professional engagement across Papua New Guinea.

Why PNGIVLA Matters

Land and property are central to Papua New Guinea's economic and social development. Valuation and land administration advice may influence lending, compensation, taxation, infrastructure, investment, customary land matters, property transactions and public sector decision-making. PNGIVLA exists to help strengthen the professional foundations behind these important decisions.

Strategic Priorities

Professional Standards

Supporting professional standards and ethical practice.

Education and Development

Delivering continuing professional development and supporting emerging professionals.

Governance

Strengthening governance, administration and member communication.

Collaboration

Re-establishing stakeholder relationships and rebuilding public and industry confidence.

Join PNGIVLA

Become part of Papua New Guinea's professional community of valuers, land administrators and property practitioners.