Governor leads more abuse against PNG media

Journalists reporting the 2012 election results and petitions must be able to work safely without fear of harassment, says PFF.

Parties urged to respect media role

The call comes after reports of an unscheduled speech made by ousted Prime Minister Sir Michael Somare on the national broadcaster, NBC.

Journalist assaulted by police

NBC journalist Mark Kayok was stepped in to stop a fight and when he identified himself as a journalist to police, they turned on him too.

Comments by government information advisor raise concern

Communications department secretary Paulius Korini initiated a heated discussion amongst regional journalists with his claims that media controls and regulation would help the industry towards balance in reporting.

Police officer threatens newspaper reporter

Patrick Talu was threatened by police officers brandishing guns and a hand-grenade at a meeting between officials and landowners opposed to a controversial gas pipeline project.

IFJ concerned over announcement of new "monitoring" committee

A government press release stated that anyone found using a mobile phone, e-mail or Facebook to spread information considered "malicious" will be deemed to have committed a crime.

Soldiers threaten to shoot journalist

PFF is calling for an investigation into the incident and is warning media workers to be vigilant about their safety and their rights.

Recent defamation cases highlight complaints process and ethics

Another defamation suit filed against a PNG media organisation has raised questions on why public complaints are not being taken up with the national media complaints committee.

PFF welcomes fair use ruling on mining photos

"The judiciary in Papua New Guinea deserves praise for refusing to gag the use of photos," said PFF.

PFF calls on government officials to reinstate senior news editor, let media do its work

Dorah Masseung was "relieved" of her duties after officials alleged the National Broadcasting Corporation had been "biased in its reporting on current political activities."

Concerns about government interfering with state broadcaster resolved

An impromptu viewing of raw opposition press conference footage in the offices of the prime minister has since been internally resolved, says PFF.

PFF calls for revival of media standards committee

Pacific Freedom Forum has called on the Media Council of Papua New Guinea and news organizations to enforce codes of ethics and consider reactivating the dormant Independent Media Standards Committee.

Government bans newspaper from reporting on 2009 budget

(PINA/IFEX) - President of the Papua New Guinea (PNG) Media Council Joe R. Kanekane has called for increased dialogue between the government, newsmakers and the media.

Commonwealth law ministers consider model whistleblowing legislation; Papua New Guinea justice minister resolves to introduce legislation in his country

(PINA/IFEX) - The following is an excerpt from the 11 July 2008 PACNEWS bulletin:

Politician denounces gagging of debate in Parliament, prime minister's threats against media

(PINA/IFEX) - Political leaders have no right to muzzle the media or gag debate in Parliament, Papua New Guinea's Madang Governor Sir Arnold Amet told the governance symposium at Divine Word University in Madang, reports "The National".

Journalist reporting on government scandal receives death threats

(PINA/IFEX) - PINA president Joseph Ealedona has condemned the use of death threats against journalists. His condemnation follows reports that a Papua New Guinea (PNG) journalist reporting on the Taiwan/PNG diplomatic cash scandal has been the target of death threats and has had to be moved to a safe location.

Reporter assaulted by police officers

(PINA/IFEX) - The following is a PINA statement:

Newspaper offices attacked, correspondent threatened

(CPJ/IFEX) - The following is a CPJ press release:

Proposed law threatens press freedom, says RSF

Journalist taken to police station, assaulted and threatened