ACPACS is working in collaboration with AusAID on a pilot programme of training with the National Council of Chiefs that will enhance their organisational capacity and ability to resolve conflicts utilising both indigenous and introduced techniques. This project –while representing a series of national trainings at different sites around the country—is also generating a number of interesting research and practice projects, e.g around land, population density and conflict. Domestic Violence and Anti-Social Behaviour, Corruption and anti corruption strategies and the role of the Chiefs in maintaining Custom and Tradition in the face of ineffective “democratic” government. The first two pilot training programs were completed in June and September. The next stages will occur in November or December.