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Offshore detention blamed for violence on Manus
Violence between refugees and locals on Manus Island demonstrates the failure of Australia's offshore detention, according to a human rights lawyer. Audio
Manus detainee confirms damning UN reports
A detainee on Manus Island has confirmed damning information leaked from UN reports on Australia's offshore detention centres. Audio
Dateline Pacific morning edition for 11 October 2016
Another legal challenge possible in the ongoing Manus Island detention centre saga; Plans are afoot to ensure West Papua membership of the MSG by the end of the year; Tonga's government appears… Audio
Manus plan under renewed legal scrutiny
A lawyer representing detainees on Manus Island says he may file contempt of court proceedings against the Papua New Guinea government. Audio
Late Edition for 10 October 2016
In tonight's programme, examining the health of our mental health services, remembering the historic flight of Jean Batten and why isn't the Tongan goverment supporting its Police Commissioner? Audio
Leader appointed for Fiji free expression project
The leader of a project to stimulate free expression in Fiji has been appointed by the British Council and Save the Children. Audio
PNG protests to continue if PM survives vote
A civil society group in Papua New Guinea says it's encouraging workers to continue their civil disobedience until the Prime Minister steps down. Audio
Refugees in PNG traumatised after Port Moresby attack
Asylum seekers in the Papua New Guinea capital want to be sent back to Manus island after their motel was attacked by a group of armed men. Audio
No clear evidence of PNG strike
It's doubtful that workers in Papua New Guinea have observed a call to strike made by a civil society group. Audio
