WorldRocky road for Bougainville's statesmanDr John Momis will lead a new Government that must make profound decisions about the political fate of the autonomous region in the east of Papua New Guinea (PNG) during the next five-year term.26 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldCast away on an island of despairAsylum-seekers on Manus Island are said to be sewing their lips together and swallowing razor blades and detergent in protest at their treatment.18 Jan 04:30 AM
WorldRescued after five monthsTwo men from Papua New Guinea have told rescuers they survived almost five months adrift in a tiny open boat in the Pacific by eating raw fish and drinking rainwater.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ soldiers rescue plane crash victimsMembers of the New Zealand Defence Force rescued passengers from a plane crash in Papua New Guinea.22 Sep 05:00 PM
WorldVolcanic eruption captured (+video)Incredible footage of a volcanic eruption shown sending a powerful shockwave rippling through the clouds above it has been captured by a holidaymaker.06 Sep 09:30 PM
WorldAir travel watch as PNG volcano eruptsA volcano erupted yesterday in eastern Papua New Guinea, spewing rocks and ash into the air and forcing the evacuation of local communities, seismologists and reports said.30 Aug 03:25 AM
New ZealandNZ victim: 'Don't panic, I've been shot'A New Zealand woman is recovering in an Australian hospital after being shot by a stray bullet during a gun battle in Papua New Guinea.12 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldKiwi had hand in fatal attack - reportsA New Zealander working as a guard at the Manus Island detention camp has been identified as taking part in a fatal attack on an Iranian asylum-seeker, Australian media reports.26 May 11:57 PM
TravelPapua New Guinea: 'Dimdims' take a run ashoreThe warm welcome at PNG's Kiriwina Island leaves cruise passenger Paul Rush smiling.15 May 04:15 PM
TravelPapua New Guinea: Grisly clues to warring pastPeace reigns after inter-tribal war, writes Paul Rush.10 Apr 04:15 PM
Cricket World CupCricket: PNG look good for World Cup spotPapua New Guinea's flying start to the World Cup qualifying tournament has come as no surprise to their best-known player.17 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandKiwi survivor of PNG ambush to help local portersA New Zealander who survived a deadly ambush while trekking in the Papua New Guinea highlands says he is committed to supporting the local porters hurt in the attack.16 Sep 07:39 PM
New ZealandPNG attack: Police continue hunt for banditsPolice in Papua New Guinea are still hunting for two men believed to have taken part in an attack on a group of trekkers including a New Zealander.15 Sep 07:24 PM
WorldBandits 'hacked and slashed' trekkersA New Zealand man injured in an attack on a group of trekkers in PNG has arrived safely in the country's capital, as a fellow trekker describes their horror.11 Sep 11:41 PM
WorldKiwi stable after PNG bandit attackA New Zealander injured in an attack on a group of trekkers in Papua New Guinea is comfortable and on his way back to the country's capital.11 Sep 03:00 AM
WorldCult leader's gruesome endPapua New Guinea's self-styled Black Jesus died as he had lived, meeting a gruesome, violent end during which he was hacked to death.02 Sep 10:35 PM
New ZealandNZ urged to help repeal PNG Sorcery ActNew Zealand could play a role in repealing Papua New Guinean sorcery legislation following an Easter "witch-hunt", Amnesty International says.09 Apr 01:13 AM
TravelPapua New Guinea: A unique propositionIn exploring Papua New Guinea's diverse culture, Christine Cornege contemplates her place in the world.11 Dec 07:00 PM
New ZealandPilot error blame in fatal crashPilot error and bad weather caused an August 2010 crash on a Papua New Guinea island that killed three Australians and a New Zealander.23 Nov 05:53 AM