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Art exhibit in Wellington gives uncomfortable colour to Fiji's Girmit era women's plight
Seema Singh, a descendent of Indian indentured labourers to Fiji, has created a collection of paintings uncovering the lives of the Girmit era women.
Updated at 2:31 pm on 21 May 2024
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Samoa under-19 cricket team creates history, off to World Cup
"You will be an inspiration to our young players and the sport in the country."
Updated at 2:30 pm on 21 May 2024
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Cases steady at around 60 a week in Samoa dengue outbreak
Samoa's Ministry of Health announced 62 new cases of dengue-like illness, and 36 lab-confirmed cases, from 6 May to 12 May.
Updated at 2:23 pm on 21 May 2024
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Plane heading for New Caledonia to bring Kiwis home
A New Zealand government plane is heading to New Caledonia in the next hour, to assist with bringing New Zealanders home.
Updated at 12:06 pm on 21 May 2024
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Pacific NGO alliance condemns France for 'betrayal of the Kanaky people'
An alliance of over two dozen Pacific non-government organisations has condemned France for what they say is a "betrayal" of New Caledonia's Kanak population.
Updated at 11:14 am on 21 May 2024
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Political solution for New Caledonia: talk of dialogue mission
This high-level dialogue mission could involve members of both Houses of French parliament.
Updated at 8:04 am on 21 May 2024
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New Caledonia unrest: Kanak young people will 'never give up' - journalist
The young people on the streets in New Caledonia are saying they will "never give up" pushing back on France's hold on the territory, a Kanak journalist in Nouméa says.
Updated at 5:33 pm on 20 May 2024
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Pasifika Sipoti wrap - action from the weekend
A wrap of weekend's sport results featuring Pacific athletes in action, including Super Rugby Pacific, women's rugby, Oceania soccer, boxing, volleyball and cricket
Updated at 4:49 pm on 20 May 2024
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Pacific news in brief for May 20
A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including Samoa Starlink users facing hefty fines if they do not register soon.
Updated at 3:33 pm on 20 May 2024
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Glen Jackson appointed as the new head coach of the Fijian Drua
Former Chiefs and Saracens fly half Glen Jackson has been appointed as the new head coach of the Fijian Drua.
Updated at 2:15 pm on 20 May 2024
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Solar shines on Samoa farmers
I'umalo Clayton Simamao from the Samoa Farmers Association said the generators and associated connections had boosted morale.
Updated at 1:42 pm on 20 May 2024
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Wife of a former Palau president sues Surangel Whipps Jr, seeking US$150,000 in damages
President Surangel Whipps Jr has been sued in his personal and official capacity before a US Federal Court in Texas for banning an American woman from entering Palau.
Updated at 12:51 pm on 20 May 2024
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Na Waqa Drua: A Fijian project to link the past and the present
The Na Waqa Drua is an exciting story that had been retold over the years, especially amongst our Pacific Islanders.
Updated at 10:47 am on 20 May 2024
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PNG gold refinery legislation could be put back six months
The Papua New Guinea government may delay its controversial National Gold Corporation Bill for another six months to allow for wider stakeholder consultations.
Updated at 9:09 am on 20 May 2024
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Pacific leaders concerned over RSE exodus
How a financial win/win situation over seasonal workers turned into a loss for Pacific Island nations watching their citizens leave for richer pastures.
Updated at 9:09 am on 20 May 2024
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New Caledonia unrest rocks French politics as leaders plead for end to division
Analysis: A police crackdown will be followed by a "dialogue mission" to help heal the wounds in the South Pacific territory.
Updated at 10:50 pm on 19 May 2024
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New Caledonia unrest: Uneasy calm sets in as 'massive' reinforcements arrive
Food rationing is in place, and hundreds more police, army and firefighters are on the streets in an effort to regain control of Nouméa.
Updated at 9:49 pm on 19 May 2024
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New Caledonia unrest: Defence Force to bring New Zealanders home
Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says New Zealand is waiting for the go-ahead from French authorities, based on safety.
Updated at 11:04 am on 19 May 2024
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'Total chaos': Resident watches Noumea turn into 'a complete war zone'
Hari Simon told RNZ Pacific it has been a terrifying experience to witness the chaos unfold in New Caledonia.
Updated at 8:32 am on 19 May 2024
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Pasifika Sipoti - preview of weekend sports
A round-up of previews of all the Super Rugby Pacific action this weekend, as well as soccer, rugby 7s, cricket and volleyball competitions.
Updated at 5:36 pm on 17 May 2024
