1.       Logging time series

2.       Logging in Gulf Province after (2002)

Images of the East Kikori logging operation in Gulf Province. The 1988 image shows intact primary rainforest across most of the region. The 2002 image shows the effects of the logging operation that began around 1995.  The roading of the logging operation is clearly visible, as are areas of deforestation associated with log ponds and high intensity cutting. The

network of tracks and associated damage is typical of lowland logging operations.

2         Logging in Gulf Province before (1988)

3.       Logging in lowland rainforest in New Britain. Much of the canopy has been removed. Many of the residual trees are likely to die. Secondary forest in this degraded condition is highly susceptible to catastrophic burning.

4 Oilpalm in Milne Bay 2005.JPG - Deforestation in the Sagarai Gadaisu region of Milne Bay Province. This area has been systematically logged, and in parts converted to oil palm. The image from 1990 shows the beginnings of oil palm clearance and logging activity. By 2005, the SPOT5 image shows further clearance for oil palm and extensive logging though the mountains. This combination of logging then clearance for oilpalm has occurred in Milne Bay, New Britain and New Ireland Provinces.

4.      Oilpalm in Milne Bay 1990

5 Logging Road in Western Province a

5 Logging Road in Western Province b

5 Logging Road in Western Province c