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Papua New Guinea elections get underway in close surveillance

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Polling has officially begun in Papua New Guinea as the Commonwealth keeps a close eye on electoral procedures to prevent escalation of violence. Polling stations were due to open at…

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A Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) has arrived in Papua New Guinea and begun its assessment of the three-week electoral process starting on 2 July. Chaired by the former President of…

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The Australian Government has committed to reducing carbon emissions levels by 43 per cent by the end of 2030, pledging to a more aggressive approach in fulfilment of election promises.…

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The Government of Samoa has planted a tree for the Queen’s Green Canopy to honour the 70 years of service of Queen Elizabeth II as Head of the Commonwealth. The…

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The Commonwealth Secretariat will deploy a special Commonwealth Observer Group (COG) to scrutinise Papua New Guinea’s national elections – as the country faces a difficult transition. The country’s three weeks…

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Solomon Islands will celebrate Her Majesty the Queen with special celebrations for the Platinum Jubilee on 2-3 June. The celebrations will begin with a Police Band Drum Beating Ceremony at…

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The Sydney Harbour Bridge will be illuminated royal purple on 2 June in celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The bridge will shine purple from 9.00 pm (11.00 am UK…