This research dissertation examines the statutory planning system in Papua New Guinea (PNG) with particular focus on satellite town development and use of Geographical Information System (GIS). Satellite town developments on state and customary land are controlled by the Physical Planning Act 1989 and Physical Planning Regulation 2007, and administered by the Office of the Chief Physical Planner (OCPP), a division within the Department of Lands Physical Planning (DLPP). The implementation of the satellite town developments is facilitated by the various statutory processes in the department; beginning with planning, surveying, valuation, land administration and ends with issuing of titles.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
1.2 FOCUS OF THIS RESEARCH
1.3 BRIEF OVERVIEW OF PAPUA NEW GUINEA
1.4 CONTEXT OF THE RESEARCH
1.5 DEVELOPMENT PLANNING IN PNG
1.6 RESEARCH AIM AND OBJECTIVES
1.7 STRUCTURE OF THIS DISSERATION
CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1 INTRODUCTION
2.2 A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE OF SATELLITE TOWN DEVELOPMENT
2.2.1 DEFINING SATELLITE TOWNS
2.2.2 INSIGHT INTO GLOBAL SATELLITE TOWN DEVELOPMENT
2.2.3 DEFICIENCIES IN SATELLITE TOWN PLANNING
2.2.4 HOW DEFICIENCIES IN PLANNING CAN BE ADDRESSED
2.3 LOCAL PERSPECTIVE OF SATELLITE TOWN DEVELOPMENT
2.3.1 CURRENT APPROACH TO SATELLITE TOWN DEVELOPMENT IN PNG
2.3.2 PLANNING SYSTEM IN PAPUA NEW GUINEA (PNG)
2.4 SIGNIFICANCE OF GIS IN SATELLITE TOWN PLANNING
2.4.1 DEFINITION OF GIS AND ITS IMPORTANCE IN DECISION MAKING
2.4.2 USING GIS IN PLANNING
2.4.3 HOW SOME COUNTRIES ARE UTILISING GIS IN PLANNING
2.4.4 GIS COMMUNICATION WITH COMMUNITIES (NON-PLANNERS)
2.4.5 GIS APPLICATION IN STATUTORY DEVELOPMENT PLAN PREPARATION
2.5 CONCLUSION
CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY
3.1 INTRODUCTION
3.2 RESEARCH DESIGN
3.3 USE OF GIS DATA ANALYSIS TO DEPICT BEFORE AND AFTER
3.4 CASE STUDY LOCATIONS
3.5 STANDARD AND NON-STANDARD PLANNING PRACTICE
3.6 CONCLUSION
CHAPTER 4: CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
4.1 INTRODUCTION
4.2 ANALYSIS OF ‘BEFORE’ AND ‘AFTER’ OF PAIAM SATELLITE TOWN
4.3 ANALYSIS OF ‘BEFORE’ AND ‘AFTER’ OF KAIPORES SATELLITE TOWN
4.4 LOCATION OF PAIAM SATELLITE TOWN
4.5 LOCATION OF KAIPORES SATELLITE TOWN
4.6 CONCLUSION
CHAPTER 5: DISCUSSION
5.1 INTRODUCTION
5.2 THE PURPOSE OF PLANNING
5.3 LOCATION OF THE CASE STUDIES
5.4 ACHIEVEMENTS OF STATUTORY AND NON-STATUTORY PLANNING PROCESSES
5.4.1 STRENGTHS OF PLANNED SATELLITE TOWN
5.4.2 WEAKNESSES OF UNPLANNED SATELLITE TOWN
5.5 SUGGESTIONS FOR IMPROVING THE PLANNING PROCESS FOR SATELLITE TOWN DEVELOPMENT IN PNG
5.5.1 IMPORTANCE OF GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION IN PLANNING
5.5.2 RESPONSIBILITY OF PHYSICAL PLANNING DIVISION
5.5.3 LEGISLATIVE CHANGES
5.5.4 SPECIAL TASK FORCE TO BE SET UP BY LANDS DEPARTMENT
5.5.5 GOVERNMENT FUNDING OF THE SPECIAL TASKFORCE
5.6 CONCLUSION
CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION
6.1 INTRODUCTION
6.2 KEY FINDINGS
6.2.1 PURPOSE OF PLANNING AND IMPORTANCE OF SATELLITE TOWN DEVELOPMENT
6.2.2 SIGNIFICANCE OF GIS IN PLANNING
6.2.3 SCENARIOS OF THE TWO SATELLITE TOWNS
6.2.4 PLANNING TASK FORCE AND SPECIAL TASK FORCE
6.3 FURTHER RESEARCH ON TECHNOLOGIES, E-PLANNING SYSTEMS AND PROPOSED NUMBER OF SATELLITE TOWNS
Research Objectives and Themes
This research examines the statutory planning system in Papua New Guinea with a specific focus on satellite town development, aiming to identify the impacts of planning compliance versus non-compliance. The study evaluates how political interference and the lack of structured land-use governance affect the strategic placement and long-term sustainability of satellite towns, ultimately proposing improved planning frameworks supported by modern analytical tools.
- Comparison of statutory versus non-statutory planning processes in PNG.
- Evaluation of the role of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in urban development.
- Analysis of the impact of tribal land ownership and political cycles on satellite town location.
- Development of recommendations for legislative review and administrative task force structures.
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4.3 ANALYSIS OF ‘BEFORE’ AND ‘AFTER’ OF KAIPORES SATELLITE TOWN
The following photographs show the before and after of Kaipores satellite town, showing evidence of non-standard planning practice and no use of GIS analysis to facilitate satellite town development. Figure 4.11 image shows the customary land of Kaipores Village, inherited by Walin, San and Aiel tribes before the development of Kaipores satellite town.
Figure 4.12 shows the main road that passes through the current satellite town. The road to the west goes to the provincial capital town (Wabag), and the road to the east goes to the district capital town (Kompiam).
Figure 4.13 shows the current infrastructure of Kaipores satellite town. The buildings were constructed on the sites without subdivisions and zonings. They were constructed according to a politician’s or constructor’s preference without technical advice from planners and without obtaining planning approval from the National or Provincial Physical Planning Board.
Summary of Chapters
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION: Outlines the research scope regarding the statutory planning system in Papua New Guinea and the specific focus on satellite town development and GIS usage.
CHAPTER 2: LITERATURE REVIEW: Examines global and local perspectives on satellite town development, the theoretical foundations of planning, and the significance of GIS as an analytical tool.
CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY: Describes the methodological framework, specifically the comparative case study design and the use of GIS to analyze land use changes.
CHAPTER 4: CASE STUDY ANALYSIS: Provides an empirical analysis of Paiam and Kaipores satellite towns, comparing their planning processes and outcomes using spatial and qualitative data.
CHAPTER 5: DISCUSSION: Synthesizes research findings, highlights the strengths of planned developments versus the weaknesses of unplanned ones, and suggests systemic improvements for the planning process in PNG.
CHAPTER 6: CONCLUSION: Summarizes the key findings regarding the effectiveness of statutory planning and proposes avenues for future research, including e-planning and technological modernization.
Keywords
Papua New Guinea, Satellite Town Development, Statutory Planning, Geographical Information System (GIS), Land Use Governance, Customary Land, Urban Planning, Infrastructure, Spatial Analysis, Political Intervention, Tribal Land Ownership, Planning Task Force, Sustainable Development, Port Moresby, Rural-Urban Migration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
This dissertation examines the statutory planning system in Papua New Guinea, specifically investigating how satellite towns are developed and whether they comply with established legal frameworks.
What are the primary thematic areas?
The central themes include statutory planning compliance, the role of GIS in modernizing urban development, the impact of political influence on land use, and the management of customary versus state land.
What is the primary objective of the study?
The research aims to determine the impact of current satellite town development approaches in PNG and identify how the planning system can be improved to be more efficient and equitable.
Which scientific method is utilized in this study?
The study employs a comparative case study methodology, utilizing GIS data and spatial analysis to contrast a satellite town that followed statutory procedures with one that did not.
What is covered in the main section of the dissertation?
The main sections analyze the theoretical background, detail the methodology, present empirical data from two specific case studies (Paiam and Kaipores), and discuss recommendations for reform.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Key concepts include Satellite Town Development, PNG, GIS, Statutory Planning, Land Use, and Political Intervention.
Why are Paiam and Kaipores selected for the case study?
These two towns serve as perfect subjects for a comparative study: Paiam demonstrates the positive results of adhering to the Physical Planning Act, while Kaipores serves as an example of unplanned, politically-driven development.
How can the Physical Planning Division improve satellite town outcomes?
The author recommends forming dedicated planning and special task forces to review current legislative acts and integrate modern GIS technology to speed up development processes and ensure better strategic site selection.
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- Anonym (Autor:in), 2018, Impact of planning in PNG. A case study analysis of satellite town development using Geographical Information System (GIS), München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/429714
