Papua New Guinea
Former Unitech VC seeks to leave PNG while on bail
The lawyer representing the former vice-chancellor of Papua New Guinea's Unitech says it's strange his client has to produce his original PhD certificate. Audio
More deaths in PNG's Enga related to election violence
As many as six people have reportedly been killed in tribal fighting in Papua New Guinea's Highlands province of Enga during the weekend.
One dead after PNG sorcery-related attack targets three women
One woman is dead another two are in a critical condition in Papua New Guinea after being tortured last Friday over sorcery allegations.
Dateline Pacific morning edition for 15 May 2018
Pacific midwives in NZ call for more support, pay and recognition of their expertise ahead of budget; A large Papua New Guinea secondary school is preparing to close at the end of this week due to… Audio
Oil Search acknowledges problems with PNG payouts
The chairman of the energy company Oil Search has increased pressure on the Papua New Guinea government to hand out benefits from the country's liquefied natural gas project.
Russian warship to make port call in PNG
A Russian warship will make a port visit to Papua New Guinea for the first time this week.
PNG secondary school to close due to lack of funds
A Papua New Guinea secondary school is preparing to close at the end of this week due to funding shortfalls. Audio
Dateline Pacific evening edition for 14 May 2018
A large Papua New Guinea secondary school is preparing to close at the end of this week due to funding shortfalls, leaving it unable to meet its operating costs and providing food for boarding… Audio
PNG secondary school to close as govt funds dry up
A large Papua New Guinea secondary school is preparing to close at the end of this week due to funding shortfalls, leaving it unable to meet its operating costs and providing food for boarding… Audio
PNG's Kora Nou elected as new PINA president
The head of PNG's public broadcaster has been elected as president of the Pacific Islands News Association.
More than 800 tuna workers in PNG are laid off
More than 800 workers have been laid off at tuna processor in the Papua New Guinea city of Lae.
Sport: PNG Hunters return to winning ways
The Papua New Guinea Hunters rugby league team are back to winning ways after a late try secured a vital 18-16 victory over the Wynnum Manly Seagulls.
Sport: Thompson Teteh back for PNG Hunters
The Papua New Guinea Hunters have recalled centre Thompson Teteh as the defending Intrust Super Cup rugby league champions look to halt a four-match losing run. The 28 year old...
PNG told to think again about gas reliance
There are calls for Papua New Guinea to re-think its emphasis on oil, gas and minerals.
PNG praises increased Pacific aid from Australia, NZ
Australia and New Zealand's increased aid funding to the Pacific will enhance governance and security in island states, Papua New Guinea's foreign minister says.
Frustration builds around PNG's LNG project - rights group
An Australian human rights NGO says there is frustration in PNG's Hela province at the lack of benefits from the huge LNG project. Audio
Pangu leader defends position in PNG government
The leader of Papua New Guinea's Pangu Pati has defended his party's decision to join the government of Peter O'Neill .
Sport: PNG Kumuls winger Garry Lo leaves Castleford
Papua New Guinea Kumuls winger Garry Lo has been released by the Castleford Tigers for personal reasons.
PNG govt owes $US2.7m in outstanding rent
A review is underway into all contracts with landlords who own properties rented by the PNG government, the Prime Minister says.
PNG local govt elections set for August
The Papua New Guinea government has announced local-level elections will be held in August, casting aside doubts they would be held at all.
