Johnny Blades
Age of discovery in deepsea as mining focus on Pacific
Ocean scientists say the importance of providing Pacific governments with accurate data about the potential impacts of deep sea mining cannot be underestimated, as the decision on whether to mine the… Audio
Vanuatu MP calls for Pacific to rally to preserve Forum unity
Vanuatu's opposition leader Ralph Regenvanu calls for action to stop Micronesia leaving the Pacific Forum. Audio
Bougainville leader hails understanding reached with PNG
The governments of Papua New Guinea and Bougainville have settled on the total amount of money the former owes the latter. It's one of the resolutions of a fruitful meeting seen as a significant step… Audio
Oro governor seeks better histroical record of PNG volcano
The Governor of Papua New Guinea's Oro province, Gary Juffa, wants to establish a better record of the Mt Lamington volcano disaster, and for the geographical fetaure to revert to its indigenous name.
…Head of Pacific university deported by Fiji
Fiji authorities have detained then deported the vice-chancellor of the University of the South Pacific Professor Pal Ahluwalia. Audio
PNG judge's ruling sets precedent for governance
A Papua new Guinea constitution expert says a national court judge has set an important precedent for governance. Audio
Digicel's Pacific portfolio reportedly poised for sale
A major player in telecommunications in the Pacific, the Caribbean company Digicel, has reportedly received approaches from prospective buyers. Audio
Toroama rejects claims Caballus will operate Panguna
Bougainville President rejects claims Australian company, Caballus Mining, will operate Panguna mine. Audio