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Remembering violent Tonga eruption three years on
First Person - RNZ Pacific reporter, Iliesa Tora, reflects on the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai volcanic eruption, saying people need to take tsunami warnings seriously.
Updated at 8:35 pm on 15 January 2025
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New Cabinet Ministers in Samoa sworn-in to replace those dismissed
Four new Cabinet Ministers in Samoa have been sworn into their new roles.
Updated at 8:23 pm on 15 January 2025
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Tongans looking for King's influence on new Cabinet
Tongans will be eagerly watching the formation of the new government's cabinet to see what influence King Tupou VI might have.
Updated at 3:12 pm on 15 January 2025
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Pacific news in brief for 15 January 2025
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including PNG soldiers destroying properties.
Updated at 1:07 pm on 15 January 2025
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Vanuatu: snap election preparation almost complete
The final ballot boxes are being deployed to the farthest polling stations in the country.
Updated at 10:18 am on 15 January 2025
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PNG's Marape promising progress on Porgera landowners' deal
Papua New Guinea's prime minister is promising a community benefit-sharing agreement with Porgera landowners will be in place by the end of March this year.
Updated at 10:02 am on 15 January 2025
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New French PM wants New Caledonia talks to resume this month
"I will invite, this January, (New Caledonia's) political forces to come to Paris and open those negotiations."
Updated at 8:12 am on 15 January 2025
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Pasifika Medical Association continues vital support to Vanuatu following quake
The Pasifika Medical Association's team continues to support communities in Vanuatu.
Updated at 7:47 am on 15 January 2025
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More Cabinet Ministers removed in Samoa political saga
Samoa's Prime Minister has confirmed the sacking of three Cabinet Ministers in a press conference.
Updated at 2:13 pm on 14 January 2025
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Tuna transshipments plunge in Majuro, Marshall Islands
Majuro experienced its worst year for tuna transshipment in more than 10 years.
Updated at 10:23 am on 14 January 2025
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Fiji to face NZ in Perth Sevens pool play
Sevens series leaders Fiji will face New Zealand, Uruguay and Kenya in their group at the Perth Sevens.
Updated at 9:54 am on 14 January 2025
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Pacific news in brief for 14 January 2025
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including fireworks amnesty in Hawai'i following a devastating explosion.
Updated at 8:59 am on 14 January 2025
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Whooping cough cases still being reported in Samoa
Thirty-eight per cent of all cases have had hospital care.
Updated at 8:22 am on 14 January 2025
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Pacific’s most popular baby names in 2024
The most popular Pacific baby names for 2024 in Aotearoa have been revealed, with Kaia topping the girls' list and Malakai leading the boys.
Updated at 8:44 pm on 13 January 2025
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South Korean airline involved in deadly crash ends Busan to Saipan route
South Korean carrier Jeju Air has prematurely ended its charter flights from Busan to Saipan.
Updated at 5:32 pm on 13 January 2025
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La Nina possibility drives up cyclone risk
The risk of cyclones in Pacific Islands close to the coral sea could increase as a La Niña watch remains in place.
Updated at 7:24 am on 13 January 2025
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Pacific news in brief for 13 January 2025
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including a bush knife attack in Solomon Islands.
Updated at 7:02 am on 13 January 2025
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New Caledonia nickel firm appoints new chair
New Caledonia's mothballed nickel plant, Koniambo nickel appointed a new chairman.
Updated at 7:02 am on 13 January 2025
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Tropical Cyclone Pita downgraded to a tropical low
The Cook Islands Meteorological Service says Tropical Cyclone Pita has been downgraded to a tropical low
Updated at 9:40 am on 12 January 2025
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Samoa: La'auli Leuatea Schmidt responds to termination
La'auli said he is innocent of charges laid against him.
Updated at 12:50 pm on 11 January 2025
