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ABC returns to the Republic of Palau

ABC Radio Australia will be heard in the Republic of Palau for the first time in more than five years under a new Memorandum of Understanding.

Fiji government buildings.

“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.

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ABC receives funding boost

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has been granted a funding boost, announced in the Federal Budget. 

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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.

RNZ and TVNZ buildings

“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.

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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.

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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.