Report
Governance of the Seasonal Worker Programme in Australia and sending countries
From a slow start in 2008, Australia’s Seasonal Worker Programme (SWP) has become a growing source of employment in the Pacific, and an important part of the seasonal workforce for Australian farmers. This report recommends ways to improve SWP governance, both in Australia and in...
Report
The 2019 Australian aid transparency audit
This report covers the 2019 Australian Aid Transparency Audit, run by the Development Policy Centre. The centre regularly audits Australian Aid Program transparency – previous audits were run in 2013 and 2016.
Blog post
Governance, ethics and leadership in Papua New Guinea – a personal perspective
This two part blog post revolves outlines the personal and practical experiences acquired over the years in the author's capacities as a public servant and private citizen in Papua New Guinea.
Report
Palliative care in the Pacific: initial research
This report presents an initial examination of palliative care across the Pacific region. There is scarce literature on palliative care in Pacific island countries and territories, but the documented disease profile shows a need for expanded palliative care.
Report
Palliative care in the Pacific: initial research
Oxfam New Zealand’s Advocacy and Campaigns Director, Joanna Spratt, finds there is scarce literature on palliative care in Pacific island countries and territories, but the documented disease profile shows a need for expanded palliative care as well as more funding; leadership; support training, coaching and...