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The digital sanctuary for men to help break the cycle of domestic violence
The founders of global anti-domestic violence movement She Is Not Your Rehab have released a free mental health tool called innerBoy. Video
Macron in New Caledonia to bolster France's Indo-Pacific strategy
France has deployed Rafale Jet fighters during a military ceremony in New Caledonia, marking President Emmanuel Macron's first official day in the Pacific. Audio
'Grassroots action' could address climate change in Micronesia
A new report has found practical solutions to address climate change in the Federated States of Micronesia.
Dentist wants action to reverse high levels of child tooth decay
A paediatric dentist in Fiji is dedicating his career to improving dental health outcomes for the South Pacific.
Kiribati 'cooking something with China' - former president
Former Kiribati president Anote Tong suspects a major agreement is "cooking" between Beijing and Tarawa after the country's decision to quit the Pacific Islands Forum.
Cook Islanders go to the polls on August 1
The Cook Islands general election will take place on August 1.
Fiji controversy over contraception consent
A Fijian women's rights group says men need to be better educated about honouring their wives after a group of men met with the Ministry of Health to discuss women's contraception choices.
Sixteen Pasifika recognised in Queen's Birthday Honours List
Dr Colin Tukuitonga heads the list of Pacific recipients in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for 2022.
Budget doesn't go far enough say Pacific community leaders
The New Zealand Government's budget is delivering more money for Pasifika health and education but leaders of Pacific communities say it doesn't go far enough. Audio
'You can't budget your way out of poverty' - Call for no more 'token gestures'
The New Zealand government is being urged to implement long-term solutions to tackle poverty in Pacific communities.
Study or work to support families, Pasifika students face tough choices
Some Pacific students in New Zealand are having to choose between studying or working to provide for their families. Audio
Search is on for head of NZ's new Pacific Health arm
A new Pacific Health National Director role has been created as part of an overhaul of New Zealand's health system.
Human Rights group slams Fijian police after the arrest of US man
A human rights group has criticised the actions of Fijian police saying officers breached the basic rights of a man they recently arrested.
Water and sanitation in the Pacific continue to be dire
There's concern that addressing water and sanitation challenges in the Pacific has become an afterthought for regional politicians and international leaders.
Stray dogs being shot on Rarotonga
Rarotongan police shoot stray dogs after attacks on people and livestock. Audio
Damning Black Ferns rugby report not a surprise to anyone
Professional female rugby players of Pacific and Māori descent in Aotearoa New Zealand are being treated as an afterthought.
Ex MP wants religious leaders to fight for LGBTQ community and women in Pacific
A former New Zealand MP aims to find the "Desmond Tutu of the Pacific" to help tackle LGBTQ issues for Pasifika.
Medical supplies on the way to Tonga
Moana Pasifika players raise funds for Tongan medical supplies
Medical professionals leave for Tonga to help with mental trauma
A team of eight medical professionals from New Zealand have left for Tonga.
Cook Islands govt eases its Covid restrictions
Tourism operators in the Cook Islands are welcoming the government's easing of Covid-19 restrictions.
Search ends for missing Cook Islands fishermen
Cook Island Police have discontinued their search for a pair of fisherman now missing for nine days.
Cooks ease travel restrictions
Regulations in the Cook Islands are softening, with Prime Minister Mark Brown announcing major changes today surrounding travel to the nation.
Calls for more women in politics in the Pacific
International Women's Day this week saw women's rights take centre stage across the Pacific.
Cook Islands resort bans Russians
A Cook Islands resort owner says he is standing by his decision to ban all Russians as a protest against the the Ukraine invasion.
Cooks Island resort bans Russians
A Cook Island's resort owner is standing by his decision to ban all Russians as a protest against the Ukraine invasion.