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Bougainville elections set for next March, Radio New Zealand International (2009)

The autonomous province of Bougainville will hold its second general elections in March 2010.

Papua New Guinea: Ongoing violence forces PNG by-election to move, Australia Network News (2009)

The by-elections in Papua New Guinea's Highlands that began a week ago had to be suspended in several areas because of the violence between the candidates' supporters. The vote counting will also have to be moved about 200 kilometers away, so that the integrity of the electoral process is protected.

Papua New Guinea: 'Re-poll? Not on your life', The National (2009)

As the Electoral Commissioner ordered a re-poll in three areas affected by electoral violence, he met with a firm rejection from the polling officials who are still concerned about the violence and who fear for their lives. At the same time, some of the candidates have accused the Electoral Commission of a lack of impartiality.

Papua New Guinea: Lessons learnt from PNG by-election fiasco, Radio New Zealand International (2009)

This short article evaluates the recent Kandep by-election in Papua New Guinea, which was marred by levels of violence and intimidation not seen in years. Paul Barker of the Institute of National Affairs offers several suggestions for change.

Papua New Guinea: Nominations open in Bougainville election, ABC News (2010)

Nominations have opened in what could be the last elections on the Papua New Guinea island of Bougainville before a referendum on independence.

Papua New Guinea: PNG Opposition against reserved seats for women, Radio Australia News (2010)

This is an interview to Dame Carol Kidu, Minister for Community Development and women rights campaigner. The Leader of the Opposition, Sir Mekere Morauta, presented an amendment to the Constitutions to introduce reserved seat for women in the parliament, but this was highly criticized.

Papua New Guinea: John Momis expected to be next Bouganville President, Radio Australia (2010)

This article reports on the latest elections in the Autonomous Bougainville Province in Papua New Guinea. John Momis, former Governor, has been elected President.

PNG minister insists reserved women seats are affordable, Radio New Zealand (2010)

Dame Carol Kidu, Ministry of Community Development, presented a law that would reserve seats for women in the Parliament. The opposition party, however, dismissed this proposal and claimed that it would be too costly. Dame Kidu is the only female member of the Papua New Guinea Parliament.

Papua New Guinea: Momis confirmed as new president of Bougainville, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article presents the final results of the elections in Papua New Guinea's autonomous region of Bougainville. The Electoral Commission's vote counting operations, terminated one month after the elections, confirmed the victory of John Momis.

Delayed Papua New Guinea census may impinge on election rolls, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article discusses the expected one-year-delay of the Papua New Guinea census. This delay, caused by logistical problems, could have negative influence on the legitimacy of electoral rolls and voting in the next elections.

Papua New Guinea census may unsettle 2012 elections, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the effects of delay of the census on the 2012 elections in Papua New Guinea. The authorities decided to delay the census for logistical problems.

New structure needed in Papua New Guinea to discourage election cheating, Radio New Zealand (2010)

This article reports on a new study commissioned by the PNG's National Research Institute. The study suggests the need for a new structure for the election process in the country: rather than introducing penalties, new incentives are needed to make sure that rules are followed.

Reserved seats for women in PNG now less likely by next election, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article reports on the current discussions about the introduction of reserved seats for women in Papua New Guinea. Apparently, the MPs refused to support the bill over a provision, added at the last minute, tying the reserved seats to provincial governorships.

PNG reserved seats delay galvanises grassroots communities, Radio New Zealand International (2010)

This article discusses the decision of the parliament of Papua New Guinea not to consider a bill reserving 22 seats for women before adjourning until May. The National Council of Women and other women’s organizations across the country led the advocacy campaign for this bill, and they are determined to see women in the parliament. Currently, there is only one woman MP in the country.

PNG gears up for election of new governor-general, Radio New Zealand International (2011)

This article reports on the election of a new Governor-General in Papua New Guinea. Today, the parliament will meet for the elections, which was triggered by the Supreme Court's decision to rule the previous election unconstitutional.

Papua New Guinea Parliament to elect new governor general today, Radio New Zealand International (2011)

This article reports on the January 14 election in Papua New Guinea. The Parliament elected a new Governor General: Front-runner and Minister Michael Ogio, will run against opposition candidate Sir Pato Kakaraya.

Papua New Guinea elects Governor General, Radio New Zealand International (2011)

This article reports on the election of Michael Ogio as Papua New Guinea's new governor general. Mr Ogio, the ruling party's candidate, is currently the minister of higher education and a now there will be a by-election in the North Bougainville district.

Papua New Guinea: We will not defer elections: PNG PM, TV NZ (2012)

This news article says Papua New Guinea's government will not try to defer national elections due in June, Prime Minister Peter O'Neill says, potentially closing the lid on calls from his deputy to suspend the poll.