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Vanuatu speaker makes police complaint after 'political pressure and threats'
Vanuatu's Speaker of Parliament Seoule Simeon has filed a police complaint alleging he is facing threats and intimidation from political leaders.
Updated at 11:28 am on 15 September 2023
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Action demanded on diseases at Paciifc health summit
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes and heart disease are the leading public health problems in the Pacific, say health experts.
Updated at 10:32 am on 15 September 2023
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Otago Polyfest marks 30 years of performances and cultural events
Thousands of young people have been performing in Dunedin for Otago Polyfest which marks 30 years of celebrating Pacific and Māori culture.
Updated at 8:00 am on 15 September 2023
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Fijian legislators vote for coalition govt’s truth telling body to address ‘unresolved issues'
Fiji's Parliament has passed a motion for the coalition government to establish a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to resolve racial differences and concerns in the country.
Updated at 7:54 am on 15 September 2023
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Pacific news in brief for September 14
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 6:40 pm on 14 September 2023
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'Ambitious' French document presented to New Caledonian parties
Talks in Paris between France and New Caledonia leaders have led to several outcomes, including a document on the future of the territory.
Updated at 11:42 am on 14 September 2023
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Memories of childhood home focus of new work for Samoan choreographer
Award-winning choreographer Tupua Tigafua's latest work is a 'love letter' to state housing.
Updated at 11:42 am on 14 September 2023
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Cigarette end suspected to have sparked large fire in Apia
A discarded cigarette butt is suspected to have resulted in a fire starting in a building leading to the near destruction of the adjacent TV3 Samoa building in Apia.
Updated at 11:42 am on 14 September 2023
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Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum granted permission to travel abroad for medical reason
Fiji's former attorney-general Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has been granted permission to travel overseas for a medical review after a local court temporarily removed a stop departure order against him.
Updated at 11:36 am on 14 September 2023
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Solomon Islands government receives Pacific Games stadium from China
China has formally handed over the main stadium for this year's Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands' capital Honiara.
Updated at 10:11 am on 14 September 2023
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Businesses near closed PNG mine desperate for help to stay alive
Businesses in Porgera town, adjacent to the soon to be re-opened Porgera Mine, are pleading for financial help from the Papua New Guinea government.
Updated at 10:01 am on 14 September 2023
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RWC2023: Flying Fijians switch focus to 'young and dynamic' Wallabies
The Flying Fijians are now focused on their must-win game against the Australian Wallabies at the Stade Geoffroy-Guichard, in Saint-Étienne on Monday morning (NZ Time).
Updated at 7:45 am on 14 September 2023
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Growing Pasifika population in NZ equals greater electoral power
An academic says the power of Pacific voters is growing, giving them increasing influence in upcoming New Zealand elections.
Updated at 6:49 am on 14 September 2023
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RWC23: Kefu says doing their best is their focus against Ireland
Tonga's head coach says that when they will meet Ireland in their opening Rugby World Cup match all he will demand from his players is a "whole-hearted performance".
Updated at 6:45 am on 14 September 2023
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Pacific news in brief for September 13
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 6:23 pm on 13 September 2023
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Pacific nations 'acting to stay in line with China' over Fukushima wastewater issue - analyst
Some Pacific Island nations who oppose Japan's Fukushima treated nuclear wastewater release are "acting to stay in line with China", a former US intelligence expert says.
Updated at 2:24 pm on 13 September 2023
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Regional labour schemes causing issues for Pacific healthcare
Pacific labour mobility schemes are being blamed for making it easier for nurses to leave their countries and take up employment opportunities as aged care workers in New Zealand and Australia.
Updated at 1:40 pm on 13 September 2023
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Moana Pasifika sign World Cup winner Julian Savea
All Blacks World Cup winner Julian Savea has signed for Moana Pasifika for the 2024 Super Rugby Pacific season.
Updated at 11:48 am on 13 September 2023
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Fijians scammed in 'EbayShop' online pyramid scheme
Fiji's consumer watchdog says an online pyramid scheme has left "countless Fijians in financial turmoil" after "one of the biggest scams" in the country's history.
Updated at 11:17 am on 13 September 2023
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Forum foreign ministers to discuss challenges facing the region in Suva
The five-year implementation plan for the 2050 Strategy will be a top item on the agenda when Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers meet in Fiji on Friday.
Updated at 11:14 am on 13 September 2023
