Pacific leaders gather to celebrate 50th anniversary of Papua New Guinea’s independence Celebrations and events have been held across the country to mark the milestone The Guardian - AU · Sep 16, 2025
Australia gifts Papua New Guinea a Parliament House extension for its 50th independence anniversary Australia has offered to gift Papua New Guinea an extension to its Parliament House as the South Pacific island nation celebrates its 50th independence anniversary The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2025
Papua New Guinea swells with pride for golden jubilee Papua New Guineans are draping themselves in the national colours to celebrate 50 years since the country's flag was first raised to mark its independence. AAP · Sep 15, 2025
Australia to ‘totally integrate’ armed forces with Papua New Guinea amid growing concerns over China Albanese says Papua New Guinea is choosing ‘it’s own interest, going forward, and it’s sovereignty’ The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2025
'Does your head in': why the PM's office is closing Anthony Albanese will be moving to a different site for his electorate office in Sydney after the lease was brought to an end after almost 30 years. AAP · Sep 15, 2025
Australia and Papua New Guinea to sign defense pact as China's influence grows Australia and Papua New Guinea are set to integrate their defense forces under a new security pact, aiming to curb China's security influence in the region The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2025
China, climate crisis and Cop31: five takeaways from the Pacific Islands Forum A key climate crisis funding treaty struck as Pacific leaders backed Australia’s bid for Cop31 despite some criticism of its environmental credentials The Guardian - AU · Sep 15, 2025
PM coy on prospect of Trump meeting – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Sep 14, 2025
Defence pact elevates PNG to treaty level of US and NZ Papua New Guinea will soon be seen as an Australian ally on the same level as New Zealand and the United States. AAP · Sep 14, 2025
Minister torpedoes talk defence billions to appease US Australia insists a $12 billion spend on a defence precinct is about boosting the nation's capabilities, but experts say the increase is not significant. AAP · Sep 14, 2025
'Lot of work to do': coalition slump to polling low The coalition's primary vote has plummeted to its lowest level in Newspoll history, after a controversial week for the opposition on migration. AAP · Sep 14, 2025
Australia and PNG prepare to sign landmark defence deal Australia and Papua New Guinea will sign a major security deal that will allow citizens of the Pacific nation to serve in Australia's military. AAP · Sep 14, 2025
Sussan Ley announces shadow ministry reshuffle after Nampijinpa Price demotion – as it happened This blog is now closed. The Guardian - AU · Sep 13, 2025
Proud moment as PNG celebrates independence anniversary Papua New Guinea will be alight with festivity as world leaders and dignitaries gather in Port Moresby to celebrate the 50th anniversary of independence. AAP · Sep 13, 2025
AAP · Sep 13, 2025 'Always pulled our weight': PM defends defence spending Australia is spruiking its defence budget and a planned facility to support nuclear submarines deal as a major security pact remains under US review.
AAP · Sep 12, 2025 'Fearful' Muslim Australians demand action, not words More than 50 recommendations to tackle prejudice against Muslims have been outlined in a landmark report by Australia's special envoy to combat Islamophobia.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 12, 2025 Australia’s Cop31 bid teeters as rival Turkey refuses to withdraw Government rules out using taxpayer funds to buy off competing bid as Pacific leaders urge Turkey to step aside as an ‘act of good faith’
The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2025 Islamophobic incidents in Australia 'skyrocketed' since Israel-Hamas war, envoy reports A government-appointed envoy says anti-Muslim incidents have skyrocketed across Australia since the Israel-Hamas war began two years ago
The Guardian - AU · Sep 12, 2025 Threatened, harassed and spat on: envoy details rise in attacks and recommends Islamophobia be treated with urgency Aftab Malik cites bomb threats and assaults when releasing report containing 54 recommendations
The Conversation · Sep 12, 2025 Fossil fuel expansion or Pacific security? Albanese is learning Australia can’t have both Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese sought to strengthen security ties with Pacific island nations and counter China’s growing influence during a trip to the region this week. If he walks away with one lesson, it’s that Australia’s climate policy remains a significant sticking point.
AAP · Sep 12, 2025 Religious protections push to combat Islamophobia rise A red line is being drawn to tackle a rise in hatred and attacks towards Muslims in Australia as the prime minister pledges to stamp out discrimination.
AAP · Sep 12, 2025 Trump calls Albanese 'a good man' after latest call Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has now had four "really warm" conversations with Donald Trump as the US president praised him for being a "good man".
AAP · Sep 12, 2025 'We cannot live in fear': Aussie vigil for Charlie Kirk Sporting red MAGA hats, US flags and lighting candles, the Australian wing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's group honoured him with a homegrown tribute.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 11, 2025 Health ministers agree to new fertility sector accreditation regime – as it happened This blog is now closed
AAP · Sep 11, 2025 Climate, China concern bookend Pacific leaders meeting A major Pacific leaders conference has wrapped up, with Australia warned about its stance on major coal and gas projects and "silencing" of Pacific voices.