2nd Battalion, Royal Pacific Islands Regiment

30/04/2026

𝐑𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐋𝐎𝐃𝐆𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝟐𝐑𝐏𝐈𝐑 𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐄𝐍’𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒

The 2nd Royal Pacific Islands Regiment (2RPIR) conducted a solemn ceremony to retire and lodge its Queen’s Colours, marking a significant transition in the unit’s history under the reign of His Majesty the King.

The Queen’s Colours hold deep historical significance for the battalion. The original Colours were first presented to the unit in 1985, formally conferring the “Royal” title to the Pacific Islands Regiment. Following their destruction during the 2001 unrest, new Colours were presented in 2013 by the Late Grand Chief Sir Michael Somare, restoring a vital symbol of regimental identity and pride.

On 13 March 2026, the Queen’s Colours were marched off the parade ground for the final time during the Receiving and Trooping of the King’s Colours — marking the end of an era. Today, they are respectfully retired and lodged in the unit chapel, in keeping with longstanding military tradition, where retired Colours are preserved as sacred symbols of service and sacrifice.

The King’s Colour is now secured at the Officers’ Mess, occupying the place once held by Her Majesty’s Queen’s Colour. Accompanying a Royal Colour is the Regimental Colour, which bears the battle honours of the Regiment dating back to the Second World War — a testament to the enduring legacy and sacrifice of those who have served before.

This event reaffirms 2RPIR’s commitment to its heritage while stepping forward into a new chapter of service to God, the Crown, and the Nation.

𝟐𝐑𝐏𝐈𝐑 — 𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐏 𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐋 🇵🇬
𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐲 • 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 • 𝐋𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲

26/03/2026

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭'𝐬 𝐃𝐮𝐦𝐩 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐤

After 4 months of waiting, the brand new Unit's 300 series Dump Truck is finally here. The truck was bought by the Department of Defense towards the backend of last year.

In a short ceremony this morning, the Unit's Chaplain, Fr Donius dedicated the new Dump Truck to God.

Maj Embia who stood in for the Commanding Officer who was away on official duty urged drivers and those entrusted to use the truck with care and responsibility.

The drump truck will be used to support the unit in disposing rubbish and enabling tailored support to other functions.

11/03/2026

Presentation of King’s Regimental Colours

THE Second Battalion of the Royal Pacific Islands Regiment (2RPIR) today marked a historic occasion as it officially received and trooped the new King’s and Regimental Colours at Moem Barracks in East Sepik Province.

The ceremony was officiated by the Governor-General of Papua New Guinea, Bob Dadae, who commended the Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) for its high standards of parade discipline and drill.

Click on the link to read the full article: https://thepngbulletin.com/news/presentation-of-kings-regimental-colours/

10/03/2026

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10/03/2026

For soldiers at Moem Barracks in Wewak, the upcoming presentation of the King’s Color is more than a formal military parade, it marks the closing of one chapter and the beginning of another in the proud history of the 2nd Royal Pacific Islands Regiment [2RPIR].

Read more: https://www.nbc.com.pg/post/33288/moem-barracks-prepares-for-historic-colors-presentation

06/03/2026

05/03/2026

Rehearsals for the Presentation of the Kings Colors and Decommissioning of Queens Colors for the 2nd Royal Pacific Islands Regiment during Battalion Birthday on the 11 March 2026 is underway at Moem Barracks, Wewak, ESP.

27/02/2026

𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟭 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱-𝗨𝗽 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 – 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴’𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗿

Military Competition commenced at 0630 hrs, with chants and war cries echoing across Moem Barracks as companies stepped forward to compete in the opening events. The day began with an 8 km cross-country run, followed by a series of military skills competitions including FCMT, navigation, and weapon-handling drills, concluding at 1600 hrs.

At the same time, 2RPIR is conducting a Relief in Place (RIP) as part of its ongoing operational commitment under Core Task 2, with companies rotating for Ops Waneo (& Ops GV). The PNGDF’s enduring support to the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary in Enga Province remains uninterrupted, reflecting the battalion’s continuous operational readiness and commitment to national security.

Despite active operational commitments, the battalion continues preparations toward the Receiving and Trooping of the King’s Colour, demonstrating discipline, resilience, and regimental pride.

Activities continue tomorrow with the shooting competition. Follow this page for more updates on the lead-up to Battalion Birthday, 11 March 2026.

𝟮𝗥𝗣𝗜𝗥 — 𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗣 𝗟𝗢𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗟 🇵🇬
𝗗𝘂𝘁𝘆 • 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 • 𝗟𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹𝘁𝘆

26/02/2026

𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘: 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 & 𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚’𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗦 — 𝟮𝗥𝗣𝗜𝗥 𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗛𝗗𝗔𝗬 | 𝟭𝟭 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ||| & 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃 𝐔𝐏 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒

The Second Battalion, Royal Pacific Islands Regiment (2RPIR), has begun preparatory activities at Moem Barracks in anticipation of the Receiving and Trooping of the King’s and Regimental Colours, to be conducted on the Battalion Birthday, Wednesday 11 March 2026. The lead up activities are designed to strengthen ceremonial precision, physical readiness, and regimental pride ahead of this historic occasion.

𝐔𝐏𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒

𝟐𝟕 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 – 𝟎𝟐 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
• Military Skills Competition 2026
• Day 1: Bull Ring – Cross Country, Weapon Handling, FCMT/First Aid, Navigation
• Day 2: Shooting Competition – Modified Falling Plates
• Day 3: Drill Competition & Quiz – General Military Knowledge

𝟎𝟑 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 – 𝟏𝟎 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
• Battalion Parade Rehearsals for the Receiving and Trooping of the King’s Colours

𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟏𝟏 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
• Battalion Birthday Parade
• Official Receiving and Trooping of the King’s and Regimental Colours at Moem Barracks

This ceremony marks a significant moment in regimental history. Following the accession of His Majesty King Charles III in 2022, Commonwealth regiments transitioned from carrying the Queen’s Colour to the King’s Colour — symbolising continued loyalty to the Crown and the enduring heritage of the regiment.

All are encouraged to follow this page for updates on the lead-up activities and preparations towards D-Day — the Battalion Birthday and the historic Receiving and Trooping of the King’s Colours.

In preparation for the Receiving and Trooping of the King’s Colour, the King’s Colour will arrive for the first time at Boram Airport, East Sepik Province, on Friday, 27 February 2026. It will be secured under ceremonial custody at Moem Barracks until Wednesday, 11 March 2026, when it will be publicly presented and trooped during the official Battalion Birthday parade.

𝟐𝐑𝐏𝐈𝐑 — 𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐏 𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐋 🇵🇬
𝐃𝐮𝐭𝐲 • 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 • 𝐋𝐨𝐲𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲

24/02/2026