Papua New Guinea
Big changes sought in wake of Porgera violence
Warring clan leaders in Papua New Guinea's Enga province have agreed to peace talks after chronic tribal revenge killings among local terrorists with military-style weapons.
Rabaul locals recall volcanic eruptions 30 years on
19 September marks 30 years since the twin volcanic eruptions decimated the beautiful seaside town of Rabaul in Papua New Guinea's East New Britain. Audio
PNG push for more grace periods to avoid no confidence vote
There are concerns in PNG at the distracting impact of endless votes of no confidence, or the threats of them, and the James Marape Government wants to do something about it. Audio
30th anniversary of the twin eruptions of Rabaul
Today is the 30th Anniversary of the two eruptions of Vulcan and Tavurvur in Rabaul, East New Britain.
Hikers face being stranded on Kokoda Track as landowners form blockade
Authorities in Papua New Guinea have closed the route, with traditional owners claiming they're owed millions in compensation from the government.
PNG Government looks to extending grace periods
The Papua New Guinea parliament is considering legislation that would ensure a grace period after an unsuccessful vote of no confidence. Audio
PNG Kava market injects jobs into stifling unemployment
A PNG Kava supplier is lobbying for Fiji's goverment to change its Kava import laws. Audio
The long hard task of fixing PNG's broken cycle of justice
Limited troop numbers and the lack of arrests in trouble spots around the country has created an environment of public distrust towards law enforcement arms of government, writes Scott Waide.
PNG police struggle to cope with tribal 'revenge killings'
The police and military in Papua New Guinea are struggling to cope with chronic tribal "revenge killings" among "local terrorists". Audio
PNG deputy PM speaks on country's justice system
Papua New Guinea's deputy prime minister, John Rosso, says lack of police recruitment has contributed to violence in the country. Audio
'No one gets arrested': Impunity emboldening warlords in PNG
The police and military in Papua New Guinea are struggling to cope with chronic tribal "revenge killings" among "local terrorists" with high powered weapons in Enga Province. Audio
50 people believed to be dead near PNG mine
A lawyer and community leader near Papua New Guinea's Porgera mine site says up to 50 people could be dead from clashes between two clans with official figures yet to be confirmed. Audio
Papua New Guinea celebrates 49th Independence Anniversary
Papua New Guinea is celebrating almost half a century of independence from Australia with the 16th of September 2024 marking its 49th anniversary. The journey was not easy, and the...
Marape remains PM after no confidence vote against him fails
Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape has successfully thwarted a vote of no confidence after 75 MPs backed him and 32 voted for the opposition.
Bougainville and PNG confirm Sir Jerry Mateparae as moderator
The two governments released a joint statement Tuesday to confirm the former NZ Governor General as the independent moderator to support resolving outstanding issues on Bougainville's future.
Pope leaves PNG with a message of peace
Pope Francis has left PNG with an important message for peace and unity amongst the country's many tribes, and for its vast natural resources to be managed wisely.
In pictures: Pope Francis in Papua New Guinea
Thousands of people have travelled to PNG's capital to see the Pope, who arrived in Port Moresby from Indonesia on Friday night.
'For us as Catholics, the Pope's message of hope is important'
Thousands of Papua New Guineans have journeyed to get to Port Moresby to see Pope Francis, even if it meant risking their lives and health, Scott Waide writes.