Pacific News Search
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RNZ Pacific cyclone watch service is operating
RNZ Pacific has updated the on-air frequencies for its cyclone watch service for the 2023-2024 cyclone season.
Updated at 1:04 pm on 18 December 2023
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CNMI to use 2023 Pacific Games as inspiration
The CNMI delegation to the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands exceeded expectations and the head of the islands' sports body wants to use it as inspiration for future competitions.
Updated at 11:20 am on 18 December 2023
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Christchurch startup wants to help Pacific cacao farmers
A Christchurch startup wants to bring "the cutting edge of low tech" to the Pacific to help cacao farmers dry their beans.
Updated at 10:46 am on 18 December 2023
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Pacific news and sports in brief for December 15
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 6:04 pm on 15 December 2023
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Marape says reopening of Porgera mine 'worth the effort'
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape has welcomed the reopening of the Porgera Mine in Enga, saying its an example of the government's new approach to negotiations with mining companies.
Updated at 4:56 pm on 15 December 2023
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Biz, hotel group want CNMI leaders to support unique visa for Chinese tourists
The two largest businesses groups in the CNMI are pleading for authrities to support the creation and implementation of the proposed CNMI Economic Vitality & Security Travel Authorisation Program.
Updated at 4:56 pm on 15 December 2023
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Japan pledges over US$5m to support disaster resilience in Vanuatu
Vanuatu, Japan and the International Organisation for Migration have signed an agreement to help strengthening resilience to disasters.
Updated at 1:55 pm on 15 December 2023
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Drua Travel: Fijian Super Rugby franchise launch travel booking platform for fans
The Fijian Drua rugby franchise in Nadi, Fiji has launched its very own travel booking website, making it the first sports organisation in the country and a Super Rugby side to do that.
Updated at 1:21 pm on 15 December 2023
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French Pacific news in brief
A round-up of news in brief from the French Pacific territories, including an announcement from Pope Francis that he was considering visiting "Polynesia" sometime in 2024.
Updated at 1:21 pm on 15 December 2023
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Weightlifting: Rainibogi ends Fiji’s 70-year wait for a male medallist on global stage
The biggest achievement on Wednesday at the International Weightlifting Federation's Grand Prix competition in Doha, Qatar belonged to Fiji's Taniela Rainibogi.
Updated at 11:42 am on 15 December 2023
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Marshall Islands election puts opposition in driver’s seat
The Marshall Islands national election results show the current parliamentary opposition to be in the driver's seat to form a new government when the body meets for the first time in early January.
Updated at 10:51 am on 15 December 2023
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ACT 'not in a position to dictate' to unpaid Pacific Senate members – Tukuitonga
Sir Collin Tukuitonga says the ACT Party is "not in a position to dictate" whether individuals should resign from their positions.
Updated at 10:29 am on 15 December 2023
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Anti-drugs operation in French Polynesia ahead of 2024 Olympics
A vast anti-drugs operation was carried out earlier this month in French Polynesia as a preparation exercise for the Paris 2024 Olympics in July next year.
Updated at 10:25 am on 15 December 2023
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Foreign Minister Winston Peters to visit Fiji in inaugural Pacific trip
Fiji will host New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters for his first overseas engagement on Friday.
Updated at 9:51 am on 15 December 2023
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Samoa Prime Minister Fiame to undergo surgery
Samoa Prime Minister Fiame Naomi Mata'afa is reportedly in New Zealand to undergo a medical procedure.
Updated at 9:22 am on 15 December 2023
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OFC says pro-league focus in 2024
The Oceania Football Confederation has revealed that the new OFC Professional League competition will be a focus area in the new year.
Updated at 3:45 pm on 14 December 2023
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Pacific news in brief for December 14
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including Vanuatu, Samoa, Tonga, Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Northern Marianas
Updated at 3:21 pm on 14 December 2023
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US sanctions Marshall Islands elected leaders for corruption
The US issued a travel ban against two members of the Marshall Islands parliament for corruption, the first-time elected leaders in this US-aligned western Pacific nation have been publicly sanctioned by Washington.
Updated at 2:24 pm on 14 December 2023
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Fiji to craft new national security strategy for 'a more secure and vibrant future'
Fiji's Home Affairs Minister Pio Tikoduadua announced on Wednesday that the government will embark on a national security and defence review exercise in the new year.
Updated at 10:30 am on 14 December 2023
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Tourism, infrastructure development will continue to drive growth for Pacific economies - ADB
The Asian Development Bank is urging Pacific governments to improve the processes through which they fund their operations which it says is instrumental for economic recovery and resilience.
Updated at 10:29 am on 14 December 2023
