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Online chats the key to winning for Pacific tennis team
They were hindered by geography and a low ranking, but online team talks proved invaluable to overcoming obstacles as the Pacific Oceania women's tennis gained promotion in the world's top team competition.
Updated at 1:59 pm on 9 August 2023
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NZ PM urges release of Papua hostage six months after kidnapping
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has called again for the immediate release of Phillip Mehrtens, who has now been held hostage in West Papua for six months.
Updated at 1:20 pm on 9 August 2023
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Sports news in brief for August 9
Round-up of sports news from around the Pacific including revised plans for the next Rugby World Cup which could affect Pacific nations.
Updated at 12:09 pm on 9 August 2023
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Volavola out as Raiwalui names 18 Drua players in Flying Fijians squad
Flying Fijians head coach Simon Raiwalui has named a 33-strong squad for the Rugby World Cup, with some surprise omissions.
Updated at 10:21 am on 9 August 2023
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Pacific news in brief for August 8
Round-up of stories from around the Pacific including development in medicinal cannabis production in Vanuatu
Updated at 1:46 pm on 8 August 2023
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Lemanu would push US interests in Pacific if Forum membership awarded
American Samoa's governor Lemanu Peleti Mauga is pressing Washington to help it gain full membership of the Pacific Islands Forum.
Updated at 11:23 am on 8 August 2023
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Vanuatu PM reshuffles cabinet ahead of no-confidence-motion
Vanuatu's prime minister has reshuffled his cabinet just four days after a motion-of-no-confidence against his leadership was submitted to parliament.
Updated at 10:57 am on 8 August 2023
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Manu Samoans reminded of their roots as squad is announced
Manu Samoa's rugby players selected for the Rugby World Cup were reminded that they must always remember they are fighting for the Samoan flag and her people.
Updated at 10:57 am on 8 August 2023
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Japan to release treated wastewater in weeks
Japan plans to start releasing treated nuclear wastewater from the tsunami-wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant into the ocean as soon as late August.
Updated at 8:05 am on 8 August 2023
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Pacific news & sports in brief for August 7
A round-up of news and sports in brief from around the region.
Updated at 1:23 pm on 7 August 2023
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Beanies, scarves and puffer jackets come out as near-record chilly weather hits parts of the Pacific
Cyclones, volcanic eruptions and the impacts of climate change are elements Tongans have learnt to live with. But the cold weather? That's a different matter.
Updated at 12:54 pm on 6 August 2023
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Fiji claim Pacific Nations Cup
A formidable Fijian side took down Japan 35-12 to secure a clean sweep at the final game of the Pacific Nations Cup in Tokyo on Saturday.
Updated at 10:50 am on 6 August 2023
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Samoa scores four against try-less Tonga to win 34-9
Manu Samoa turned the pressure up on Tonga in the second half of their clash at Apia Park on Saturday afternoon to run home 34-9 as winners in a tough and physical encounter.
Updated at 10:43 am on 6 August 2023
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Anti-nuclear group condemns Sitiveni Rabuka's Fukushima wastewater stance
Pacific anti-nuclear advocacy groups and campaigners have condemned the Fijian Prime Minister's backing of Japan's plans release treated nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean.
Updated at 4:40 pm on 4 August 2023
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Pacific news & sports in brief for August 4
A round-up of news in brief from around the region.
Updated at 4:39 pm on 4 August 2023
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Fuel shortages disrupting multiple sectors in Papua New Guinea
Motorists, airline travellers, and businesses are all being affected by intermittent fuel shortages in Papua New Guinea.
Updated at 4:24 pm on 4 August 2023
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Tough and physical clash expected as Samoa tackle Tonga
It will be another fiery and physical battle when Manu Samoa battles the 'Ikale Tahi of Tonga on Saturday afternoon.
Updated at 2:31 pm on 4 August 2023
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Fiji PM satisfied Japan's nuclear wastewater release is safe
Fiji's prime minister Sitiveni Rabuka has given his blessing to the UN nuclear agency's report on the Fukushima wastewater issue.
Updated at 2:10 pm on 4 August 2023
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Pacific economies to experience growth says top bank
The Asian Development Bank is forecasting continued economic growth for Pacific economies heading into 2024.
Updated at 1:07 pm on 4 August 2023
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Cook Islands Māori declining as English dominates in NZ
Thousands of Cook Islanders across Aotearoa New Zealand are celebrating their language this week, but for the majority, their knowledge of Cook Islands Māori is declining.
Updated at 12:51 pm on 4 August 2023
