Bougainville
Bougainville MP warns PNG parliament over independence
The MP for Central Bougainville has warned the Papua New Guinea parliament his province could make a third Unilateral Declaration of Independence.
Bougainville gears up for regional elections
Preparations are under way for upcoming elections for the Autonomous Bougainville Government, the region's electoral commissioner says.
Bougainville elections to go ahead on schedule, says MP
The regional MP for Bougainville in Papua New Guinea says delaying local elections is no longer an option.
Bougainvillean survivors of boat tragedy recovering in Honiara
Four people from Bougainville are recovering in Solomon Islands after being adrift for a month at sea.
Bougainville community's self-built bridge sets a precedent
A local chief in Bougainville says a bridge that his community built by itself is an example of how a new independent nation might work. Audio
Call for dedicated rescue ship for Bougainville
Bougainville's disaster management office is calling for the Autonomous Bougainville Government to provide a better ship to rescue people lost at sea.
Bougainville carver sees living off land as key to independence
A master carver in Bougainville says living off the land is how the autonomous Papua New Guinea region can be economically independent. Audio
'Your background is in the bush', carver reminds young Bougainvilleans
A master carver in Bougainville is encouraging young people to follow his steps into the traditional practice as a livelihood. Audio
Bougainville consultation period critical, says former combatant
A member of the team consulting on Bougainville's future says the post-referendum path must be managed carefully.
Critical consultation period gets underway in Bougainville
Consultations over Bougainville's future are getting underway in what is described as a critical stage in the region's post-referendum independence process. Audio
Bougainville president steps up battle with Australian miner
Bougainville President John Momis is stepping up his battle with an Australian miner wanting to reopen the Panguna Mine.
Bougainville sets up post-referendum forum to consult public
The Autonomous Bougainville Government has set up a 56-member team to gauge public views on issues concerning the region's post-referendum path.
Bougainville referendum electoral process formally ends
A 40-day petition period following the Bougainville Referendum has closed without any complaint lodged.
Agencies helping displaced groups in Bougainville
The International Organisation for Migration has been working to help two groups of displaced people in Bougainville. Audio
Community consultations on Bougainville constitutional changes
The Bougainville parliament is sending a team to consult on two planned constitutional changes. Audio
Support among Bougainville MPs for constitutional changes - Cabinet minister
A Bougainville Cabinet minister says there is overwhelming support among MPs for two constitutional changes being planned.
PNG Minister calls for non-mining focus in Bougainville
As parties in Bougainville continue to push for a resumption of mining at the Panguna mine, a Papua New Guinea cabinet minister is calling for the government to focus on other economic activities.
Strong opposition emerges to proposed Bougainville reforms
A prominent Bougainville leader has come out against government plans to allow presidents to hold office for three terms.
Bougainville Parliament debate over constitutional change postponed
Tuesday's debate in Bougainville's Parliament was postponed because of a failure to comply with standing orders.
Post-referendum: Bougainville Consultation Forum to meet
The first meeting of the Bougainville Consultation Forum will be held next week, as the region embarks on the work needed in the aftermath of last year's vote for independence from Papua New Guinea.
