Papua New Guinea
PNG earthquake death toll stands at three
RNZ Pacific reported on Tuesday that five people had died as a result of the earthquake. However, two people were killed by landslips due to heavy rain, unrelated to the quake. Audio
State of emergency declared in PNG's East Sepik province
State of emergency declared in PNG's East Sepik province. Audio
Five dead in PNG earthquake, death toll certain to rise
A State of Emergency has been declared in East Sepik as village leaders continue to assess the damage in the province after a magnitude 6.9 earthquake killed at least five people.
Sepik needs help says governor - '1000 homes lost' in PNG earthquake
The governor of East Sepik Allan Bird is calling for urgent help from the United States and other international partners following a magnitude 6.9 earthquake on Sunday.
Bataplai: Papua New Guinea film's NZ premiere at Māoriland Film Festival
Butterfly/Bataplai explores lead actor Raya's secret dream of being a makeup artist and her family's strict religious beliefs. Audio
PNG needs to do more to tackle tuberculosis - NGO
About 5,000 people are expected to die this year while another 40,000 will become sick, according to a civil society group that works to reduce TB infection.
PNG filmmaker credits the US for strengthening identity
A Papua New Guinean filmmaker who grew up in New Zealand says the US helped her to find her voice and own her identity as bi-racial woman. Audio
Landslide clearing ongoing as reports of looting surface in PNG
Recovery efforts are ongoing in Papua New Guinea's Highlands and Northern Provinces which have experienced heavy flooding and landslides as reports of looting surface. Audio
Mobile internet prices falling in Papua New Guinea - 'Welcome news', say researchers
While there are multiple factors at play, it seems the introduction of additional competition may have done more for the budgets of consumers than the earlier introduction of cable systems.
Q&A: The pivotal role of PNG's village courts in curbing sorcery violence
A researcher of a study into sorcery accusation-related violence (SARV) cases talks about the role of the village courts when dealing with the issue and how it can be improved.
PNG Highlands affected by flooding 'feeling the impact'
Food rationing is underway in remote areas in Papua New Guinea's Highlands following torrential rain and flash flooding.
Will this year be slightly better for health in PNG after a tough 2023?
Opinion - It's difficult to explain to angry Papua New Guineans many of the problems the National Department of Health is trying to resolve have remained largely unresolved for the last 30 years.
Warring tribes in PNG agree to 'completely end killings'
The warring tribal groups in Papua New Guinea's Wapenamanda district in Enga Province have agreed to a "three-month unconditional ceasefire".
'I want to apologise': Peace talks in Papua New Guinea between warring tribes
A ceasefire is expected on the battle fields of Wapenamanda in Enga Province in Papua New Guinea after three years of tribal violence.
'We are a nation of rules and order': James Marape asks MP for proof of death threats
Papua New Guinea prime pinister has called on East Sepik governor Allan Bird to provide proof for his claims that there have been threats to his life. Audio
'Picking on me is not a smart thing to do' - PNG MP Allan Bird
Papua New Guinea's rising voice as opposition candidate for prime minister, East Sepik governor Allan Bird, has pushed back after addressing recent death threats.
'Life under threat' after nomination as candidate for PM, MP says
East Sepik governor Allan Bird says he has been advised of this by a deputy police commissioner, who says they are monitoring the situation.
