Monthly Archives: September 2010

Two South Pacific Notable Notables

I’d just like to take this time and applaud two inspirational Pacific Archivists, Tukul Kaiku and Ewan Maidment, respectively, who have recently been honored: Tukul, who teaches Records and Archives Management at the University of Papua New Guinea, was chosen … Continue reading

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The Melanesian Way Inc.

This is to inform you that the Melanesian Way Inc. has recently updated their blog with new posts and few changes to the page layout. They are a very interesting organization based in Papua New Guinea  that are dedicated to promoting the … Continue reading

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Stuck in Honiara… almost

As I was waiting for my flight at the Honiara Henderson Airport, I had a feeling that something wasn’t right. Moments later my hunch turned to reality when I learned that my flight back to Vila would be delayed for … Continue reading

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Loneliness of a Long Distance Archivist

Today is Sunday. And on Sundays in the South Pacific, the sidewalks roll up. The streets are quiet, and the hustle and bustle of the central market takes a much-needed rest for twenty-four hours, as seen by this picture: If … Continue reading

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Down but not Out in a Honiara hotel

Arrived in Honiara, Solomon Islands, on Tuesday and went straight to the National Archives where the staff awaited me with a little, informal celebration. It was very thoughtful, and after a hardy meal, we went to work. I had a … Continue reading

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Arriving in Vila

After a seventeen hour flight, I’m back in Port Vila,Vanuatu. I arrived somewhat on the heals of Independence Day which was July 30. There are still lingering fireworks, but the main events have passed on. This year marks the 30th … Continue reading

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