Papua New Guinea
Investigation into missing PNG scientists closed
Papua New Guinea police have closed an investigation into the disappearance of five scientists in August 2011. The scientists were undertaking research for the Institute of Medical Research when they… Audio
Report exposes tax evasion by PNG loggers
An investigative report has revealed grand scale tax evasion by logging companies operating in Papua New Guinea.
PNG police reinforcements in Goroka before recount and byelection
Police reinforcements are expected in Goroka as the capital of Papua New Guinea's Eastern Highlands Province prepares to host two important election processes.
PNG police closing the net on notorious criminal
Notorious Papua New Guinea prison escapee Tommy Baker is thought to have been wounded in a shootout with police.
Momis apologises to Solomons over border incursion attack
The Bougainville president has apologised to Solomon Islands after the armed robbery of a Chinese sea cucumber merchant at a village across the border.
Mendi among PNG airports to gate a facelift
Papua New Guinea's prime minister has officiated over more groundbreaking ceremonies for major infrastructure projects in the country.
Manus refugee wins global human rights award
A Sudanese refugee detained on Papua New Guinea's Manus Island for almost six years has won an international award for human rights defenders.
UNHCR endorses refugee medivac bill
The UN Refugee Agency is welcoming a law passed by the Australian parliament to address the crticial medical needs of refugees detained offshore.
Mixed signals behind PNG security forces' APEC complaints
Papua New Guinea disciplinary forces continue to complain about unpaid security work done when the country hosted APEC last year.
Refugee 'medivac' bill becomes law
The Urgent Medical Treatment Bill has become law after passing Australia's senate, making it easier for doctors to facilitate medical transfers from offshore detention.
Four shot after attempted robbery at Moresby market
Reports from Papua New Guinea say four people have been shot, one fatally, after an attempted robbery at a Moresby fish market yesterday afternoon.
PNG police create unit to retrieve missing APEC assets
Papua New Guinea police say a special unit has been established to recover of all state assets purchased for the APEC meetings.
PNG army head condemns soldiers blockade of govt building
The commander of Papua New Guinea's defence force has condemned the actions of a group of soldiers who blockaded a government building in Port Moresby on Monday.
Sport: New-look PNG Hunters counting down to kick-off
With their future locked in for a further four seasons, Papua New Guinea Hunters rugby league coach Michael Marum says all the team's energy can be focused on the upcoming season.
Sport: PNG Hunters secure long-term future
The Papua New Guinea Hunters have signed a new agreement to extend their participation in the Queensland Cup rugby league competition for four more years. Audio
PNG PM says Bougainville referendum date not set
Papua New Guinea's prime minister has re-affirmed his government's commitment to the Bougainville independence referendum but says the date for the vote has not been finalised.
Pilot's career highlights PNG's reliance on rural air links
The retirement of a British pilot after 25 years working in Papua New Guinea has brought home how the country's rural lives remain deeply reliant on aviation services. Audio
