Pacific News Search
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Former Fiji leader Bainimarama's political party FijiFirst deregistered
Fiji's political parties registrar says FijiFirst - the country's largest political party in Parliament - has been officially deregistered.
Updated at 9:07 am on 2 July 2024
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Pacific news in brief for July 1
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including Samoan MP raising rise concerns about drug-related crimes in the country.
Updated at 4:32 pm on 1 July 2024
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Toroama stresses Bougainville 'preparing for independence' as he launches key policies
"This is a very important time in the history of Bougainville. We are preparing for independence."
Updated at 4:16 pm on 1 July 2024
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All female Pacific crew set to sail Hinemoana II for research on whales
"This voyage is a chance to weave together ancestral wisdom with scientific research, to ensure the health of our oceans and the whales that grace them."
Updated at 4:16 pm on 1 July 2024
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Fiji Rugby takes steps to get 'everything in order' for World Rugby Council seat
Following a special general meeting on Saturday, Fiji Rugby chairman Peter Mazey said, "Everything will be in order again and we will take this to World Rugby".
Updated at 12:51 pm on 1 July 2024
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Defunct Marianas Southern Airways sued for breaking antitrust law
Star Marianas has filed six counts of violations of the Sherman Act against Marianas Southern Airways, which flew away from the Northern Marianas in March 2023.
Updated at 10:43 am on 1 July 2024
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Cook Islander Mary Ama awarded Museum Medal for her contributions to preserving culture
Cook Islander Mary Ama has been awarded a prestigious Museum Medal recognising her contributions to Pacific arts and preserving cultural heritage.
Updated at 9:56 am on 1 July 2024
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New Caledonia votes this weekend under tight security
Voters in New Caledonia are called to the polls this weekend under tight security, almost eight weeks after destructive and violent unrest broke out in the French Pacific archipelago.
Updated at 9:18 am on 1 July 2024
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France election: First round of French Pacific results show radicalisation, especially in New Caledonia
French Pacific results for the first round of French national snap elections have shown on Sunday a firm radicalisation, especially in the case of New Caledonia.
Updated at 9:18 am on 1 July 2024
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New Zealand takes OFC Nations Cup crown over 'full of heart' Vanuatu
It was Vanuatu's first-ever OFC Nations Cup final and around 10,000 fans came to VFF Freshwater Stadium.
Updated at 9:10 am on 1 July 2024
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French Pacific news in brief for 29 June 2024
A round-up of news in brief from the French Pacific region, including the Tahitian language added to Google translate and France's surfing team for Olympics named.
Updated at 2:00 pm on 29 June 2024
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First-time OFC Nations Cup finalists Vanuatu to face New Zealand
The Oceania Football Confederation Nations Cup final will be played at the at VFF Freshwater Stadium in Port Vila on Sunday.
Updated at 5:15 pm on 28 June 2024
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Victoria University lecturer says New Zealand framing China as 'the devil' insincere
Dr Iati Iati said one example is the lack of substance behind the notion that China is militarising the Pacific region.
Updated at 3:47 pm on 28 June 2024
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'Focus on improving incomes' - Finance Minister on Fiji Budget
While delivering the coalition's second Budget, Finance Minister Biman Prasad said the government must act faster to address its serious skills shortage and drug crisis.
Updated at 2:22 pm on 28 June 2024
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FijiFirst deregistration will create 'complex' political situation, Fijian academic says
A significant shift in Fiji's political landscape is expected Friday as the largest political party in parliament is set to be deregistered.
Updated at 1:27 pm on 28 June 2024
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Pacific news in brief for June 28
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including Solomon Airlines starting a weekly return flight from Brisbane to Vanuatu's Espiritu Santo island from 4 July.
Updated at 12:26 pm on 28 June 2024
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Indonesia accused of subverting Pacific push for UN rights mission to Papua
Unannounced visit by top Melanesian diplomat used by Indonesia to paint Papuan provinces as stable, despite recent deadly clashes.
Updated at 12:18 pm on 28 June 2024
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Papua New Guinea landslide: 80,000 people face starvation after disaster
With roads still blocked a month on, there is "no food supply" for tens of thousands, community leader says.
Updated at 9:43 pm on 27 June 2024
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Tonga PM and PIF secretary general discuss PILFM53 preparations
Tonga is set to host PIFLM53 under the theme 'Transformative Resilient Pasifiki' in August.
Updated at 5:20 pm on 27 June 2024
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Budget: Fiji government must focus on growing economy, reducing debt - economist
Inflation, unemployment, high cost of living, labour shortage and government debt are among a host of challenges plaguing Fiji's economy.
Updated at 4:58 pm on 27 June 2024
