“Another good sign” for media in Fiji
A Pacific media academic ascertains the state of affairs for media freedom in the country, after a new government entered office in December.
Expert warns PNG against changes to media law
A Pacific journalism expert has warned the proposed amendments to media laws in Papua New Guinea could mirror the harsh restrictions in Fiji.
ABC receives funding boost
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has been granted a funding boost, announced in the Federal Budget.
ABC Radio Australia returns to the Republic of Marshall Islands
ABC has entered into an agreement which will see the national broadcaster of the Republic of Marshall Islands carry ABC Radio Australia.
Public media expands reach and services for the Pacific
Public media organisations are increasing their investments and collaborations in the Pacific, and adapting to digital trends to expand their reach to audiences across the region.
PMA: Solomon Islands government must respect broadcaster’s independence
The government has ordered Solomon Islands Broadcasting Corporation to self-censor and only cover stories that show the country positively.
“Funding certainty” for New Zealand public media
The New Zealand government has announced an allocation of $327 million dollars over a three-year period for a new multiplatform public media entity as part of its 2022 Budget.
Public media and COP26 coverage
Public media organisations have comprehensive and ambitious plans to cover the COP26 climate change conference in Glasgow across all platforms.
Major media networks collaborate to develop talented Pacific journalists
The number and quality of Pacific journalists are expected to rise in a never before seen collaboration between four major media organisations.
“Celebrating the Pacific Spirit”
A warm welcome to the Pacific Media Network as it becomes the latest member of the Public Media Alliance.