Maclellan, Nic2018-03-202018-03-20http://hdl.handle.net/1885/141448This briefing note starts by outlining New Caledonia's parliamentary and electoral system. It then analyses the results of the 2009 elections for both proand anti-independence parties and details the postelection formation of the government. It also notes key issues arising from the campaign that have relevance for neighbouring Pacific states.AusAID12 pagesapplication/pdfen-AUAuthor/s retain copyrightThe permission to archive the paper was granted via email, archived in ERMS2230096200910.25911/5f200355a3b00