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Pacific Defence Ministers to meet in New Caledonia
Defence ministers from several Asian and Pacific States are scheduled to meet in New Caledonia for two days.
Updated at 12:57 pm on 3 October 2023
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More MPs defect to opposition ahead of leadership challenge in Vanuatu
Support appears to have shifted from the government to the opposition side in Vanuatu's parliament.
Updated at 11:29 am on 3 October 2023
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CNMI customs seize liquid meth in lava lamps
CNMI authorities seize 4.5 kilograms of liquid methamphetamine smuggled in glitter lava lamps.
Updated at 10:23 am on 3 October 2023
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Cook Islands cultural festival a 'raging success'
The New Zealand Cook Island community came together over the past weekend to celebrate their culture, with the Te Maeva Nui Festival.
Updated at 6:14 pm on 2 October 2023
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Vanuatu govt boycotts parliament, delays leadership challenge
The Vanuatu government has boycotted parliament forcing an adjournment until Friday due to a lack of a quorum.
Updated at 5:04 pm on 2 October 2023
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“So much discrimination against people with disabilities” - Miracle Afele
The first deaf person to ever contest the Miss Samoa pageant has spoken out about discrimination against people with disabilities in the country.
Updated at 1:02 pm on 2 October 2023
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Pacific news in brief for October 2
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 10:13 am on 2 October 2023
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Rugby World Cup 2023: Fijians survive tough battle but yet to confirm quarterfinal spot
The Flying Fijians survived a scare and hung on to win 17-12 against a spirited Georgia in Bordeaux on Sunday morning, giving them hope of a quarterfinal spot at the Rugby World Cup in France.
Updated at 3:12 pm on 1 October 2023
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Cook Islands cultural heritage to come alive at Te Maeva Nui festival with over 1,500 performers
The biggest cultural event on the Cook Island's calendar, Te Maeva Nui, will be celebrated in Auckland this weekend.
Updated at 4:39 am on 1 October 2023
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Pacific news in brief for September 29
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 4:55 pm on 29 September 2023
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Vanuatu Supreme Court to rule on MP status next week
The Vanuatu Supreme Court is to rule next week on a decision made last Monday by the Speaker of Parliament Seoule Simeon to declare the parliamentary seat held by MP Bruno Leingkone vacant.
Updated at 4:06 pm on 29 September 2023
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'Whakaura' to connect Pasifika youth to their voyaging roots
The National Library of New Zealand is hoping to connect Pasifika youth to their Polynesian voyaging history with the launch of an interactive education program.
Updated at 12:48 pm on 29 September 2023
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Flying Fijians retain winning team for Georgia
The Flying Fijians have signalled they are serious about defeating Georgia by naming their best lineup for the upcoming pool C clash.
Updated at 12:17 pm on 29 September 2023
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Papua New Guinea PM tells US Pacific wants investment not aid
PNG PM James Marape has told US government officials and the business sector that Pacific Island nations are not there in the US to look for aid but negotiate better business opportunities.
Updated at 11:55 am on 29 September 2023
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Bougainville chief calls for inquiry into alleged human rights violations during civil war by PNG military
A Council of Elders representative in the Autonomous Papua New Guinea region of Bougainville wants a commission of inquiry into alleged human rights violations by PNG soldiers during the civil war.
Updated at 11:26 am on 29 September 2023
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Right to Information: Crucial for Pacific people to hold power to account
Transparency International Vanuatu says "squabbling" politicians are hampering citizens' rights to access official information, as the world marks the International Day for Universal Access to Information.
Updated at 10:08 am on 29 September 2023
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Representation matters: Pacific voices should be telling Rugby World Cup stories
First Person - The 'Ikale Tahi are going down swinging, but they are competing against and - at times - dominating top-level opponents, writes James Nokise.
Updated at 6:44 am on 29 September 2023
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Samoa govt approves new labour mobility policy
The Samoa government has approved the country's new policy for temporary labour migration to Australia and New Zealand.
Updated at 6:21 pm on 28 September 2023
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New Caledonia’s Backès resigns from French govt after losing senate elections
Analysis - A prominent pro-France leader in New Caledonia, Sonia Backès, has resigned from the French government after a resounding defeat at France's Senatorial elections four days ago.
Updated at 5:41 pm on 28 September 2023
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Pacific news in brief for September 28
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 4:13 pm on 28 September 2023
