Pacific News Search
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Ex-PNG leader lashes out at private power company for threatening to turn the lights off
Peter O'Neill has lashed out at Dirio Gas and Power Company for threatening to turn off power because of outstanding payments owed to it.
Updated at 10:46 am on 17 October 2024
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The tiny South Pacific nation that’s big on enthusiasm for football
After three years in football's wilderness, Niue's football leaders want to be part of the sport's Oceania region again. But with a population of only 1600, there are challenges on and off the pitch.
Updated at 10:46 am on 17 October 2024
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Buffet starts four-day visit to New Caledonia
France's new Minister for Overseas, François-Noël Buffet, arrived in New Caledonia on Wednesday, five months after violent riots broke out.
Updated at 5:41 am on 17 October 2024
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Fijian PM Rabuka confirms split within People’s Alliance as ‘some members’ plan new political party
The Fijian prime minister made the surprising announcement on his official Facebook page, saying, "Our focus is clear, and our mission continues."
Updated at 10:26 pm on 16 October 2024
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Pacific Championships: Kumuls and Samoa eye win in opening matches
The PNG Kumuls will tackle the Fijian Bati in the opening men's match, while the Samoans face Tonga in an all Polynesia battle.
Updated at 9:44 pm on 16 October 2024
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Mark Brown proposes Cook Islands passport
The Cook Islands leader is considering introducing a Cook Islands passport in the near future, while maintaining the New Zealand passport.
Updated at 6:24 pm on 16 October 2024
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What to expect at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa
Samoa is days away from hosting 56 country representatives for CHOGM. But why is the summit "significant" and what do leaders aim to achieve?
Updated at 6:24 pm on 16 October 2024
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Safata villagers call for 'fair treatment' and compensation after Manawanui disaster
Safata district villagers in Samoa, where the Navy vessel HMNZ Manawanui sank, will meet with Samoan officials on Friday to push for compensation.
Updated at 5:47 pm on 16 October 2024
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David Tua returning home to Samoa
Samoa "is calling" the former heavyweight, who wants to spend the next chapter of his life cracking coconuts instead of jaws.
Updated at 5:44 pm on 16 October 2024
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Disgraced PNG lawyer Paul Paraka fights for bail for the fourth time
Paul Paraka was jailed for 20 years at the Bomana Correctional Institute for misappropriating tens of millions of dollars of state money.
Updated at 5:34 pm on 16 October 2024
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Pacific news in brief for 16 October
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including Tonga launching a Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Services program with a focus on children.
Updated at 3:46 pm on 16 October 2024
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CNMI gets US$11m for drinking water system
Delegate Gregorio Sablan said it is an increase from the US$10.16m granted to the Northern Mariana Islands last year.
Updated at 2:41 pm on 16 October 2024
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Pacific Community spokesperson says COP 29 needs to be about the money
Pacific leaders are preparing for COP29 which is set to be held in Baku, Azerbaijan next month.
Updated at 2:41 pm on 16 October 2024
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Mama Bank: 'A bank for mothers' in Bougainville 'not to lose it to husbands'
This week, Bougainville is to get a new bank, one that is geared to providing banking services directly to women.
Updated at 2:28 pm on 16 October 2024
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Rio Tinto class action begins over Bougainville mining disaster
The lawsuit seeks compensation for alleged historic mismanagement of a mine that sparked a civil war.
Updated at 1:24 pm on 16 October 2024
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Netball New Zealand talking to Fiji about holding series there
Netball New Zealand is in discussions with Netball Fiji about holding a series in the island nation in January and they hope Australia will be involved too.
Updated at 11:39 am on 16 October 2024
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Fiamē expresses uncertainty over Manawanui salvage plans as Samoa prepares to welcome King Charles
The Samoan PM says there are no talks of the NZ Navy vessel being salvaged this week, as leaders from 56 nations are set to gather in Apia for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting next Monday.
Updated at 10:33 am on 16 October 2024
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Bougainville govt plans radical overhaul of land ownership laws
These are the Bougainville Government Land Bill, Customary Land Bill, Land Registers Bill 2024, and the Planning and Development Bill.
Updated at 10:28 am on 16 October 2024
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French Senate issues report on French Polynesia’s future autonomy
The 111-page report covers a whole range of issues ranging from recommended clarifications on the French Pacific territory's powers under its current autonomy status, to other matters of concern.
Updated at 10:18 am on 16 October 2024
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New Caledonia's Congress president: Azerbaijan deal 'null and void'
The deal signed with Azerbaijan caused outrage at the time within the Congress's loyalists ranks.
Updated at 10:14 am on 16 October 2024
