22nd February 2024
ABC and Tonga Broadcasting Commission cement relationship with MOU
The ABC and the Tonga Broadcasting Commission have exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding, recognising their longstanding relationship.
16th February 2024
New wave of criticism for proposed Papua New Guinea media law
Critics say a proposed media law would give the Papua New Guinea government unfettered power over free speech, including the ability to filter stories it doesn’t like.
16th January 2024
Pacific uniqueness is our ‘super power’ to tackle challenges ahead
As the world focusses on the region “in which the sun never sets”, PMN is well placed to amplify Pacific peoples' voices, writes Don Mann.
5th July 2023
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.
30th March 2023
“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.
28th February 2023
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.
25th October 2022
ABC receives funding boost
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has been granted a funding boost, announced in the Federal Budget.
13th October 2022
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.
25th August 2022
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.
5th August 2022
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.