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Pacific Islands Forum boss labels criticism to his appointment 'irrelevant'
3 Jul 2024Baron Waqa has fired shots at critics who have raised concerns about his suitability to lead the region's main economic and political organisation. Audio
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Samoa citizenship bill: Ex-Samoan PM says 'hell' easier to reach than NZ
Samoa's former Prime Minister Tuilaepa Sa'ilele Malielegaoi says it is easier for his people to get to "hell" than to come to New Zealand.
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Award-winning academics, journalists headline Fiji media conference
2 Jul 2024NZ's Dr David Robie and TVNZ journalist Indira Stewart are among five high-profile journalists and journalism academics who will address the 2024 Pacific International Media Conference.
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Pacific news in brief for July 2
2 Jul 2024A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including Japan set to provide weather data to South Pacific islands to help them deal with disasters.
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FIFA says Vanuatu delivered milestone football tourney with its support
The OFC Nations Cup may not enjoy as many headlines as other continental championships but the fans of co-hosts Vanuatu have proven themselves as passionate as any in the world.
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Political party FijiFirst deregistered
Fiji's political parties registrar says FijiFirst - the country's largest political party in Parliament - has been officially deregistered.
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France election: First round of French Pacific results show radicalisation
1 Jul 2024French 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. Audio
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Winston Peters leads political delegation to three Pacific nations
2 Jul 2024New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters is off to Solomon Islands today and will meet with newly elected Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele.
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All female 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."
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Pacific news in brief for July 1
1 Jul 2024A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including Samoan MP raising rise concerns about drug-related crimes in the country.
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Defunct CNMI airline sued for breaking antitrust law
1 Jul 2024Star 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.
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Fiji Rugby takes steps to get back into World Rugby Council
1 Jul 2024Following 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".
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Cook Islander receives prestigious award for preserving cultural heritage
1 Jul 2024Cook Islander Mary Ama has been awarded a prestigious Museum Medal recognising her contributions to Pacific arts and preserving cultural heritage.
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New Zealand takes crown over 'full of heart' Vanuatu
1 Jul 2024It was Vanuatu's first-ever OFC Nations Cup final and around 10,000 fans came to VFF Freshwater Stadium.
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French Pacific news in brief for 29 June 2024
29 Jun 2024A 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.
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Victoria University lecturer says NZ framing China as 'the devil' insincere
28 Jun 2024Dr Iati Iati said one example is the lack of substance behind the notion that China is militarising the Pacific region.
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Toroama stresses Bougainville 'preparing for independence'
1 Jul 2024"This is a very important time in the history of Bougainville. We are preparing for independence."
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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.
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FijiFirst deregistration will create 'complex' political situation - Ratuva
A significant shift in Fiji's political landscape is expected Friday as the largest political party in parliament is set to be deregistered. Audio
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New Caledonia votes this weekend under tight security
1 Jul 2024Voters 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.
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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.
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80,000 people face starvation after PNG landslide
27 Jun 2024With roads still blocked a month on, there is "no food supply" for tens of thousands, community leader says.
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MSG boss visit to Indonesia's Papuan provinces criticised
28 Jun 2024Unannounced visit by top Melanesian diplomat used by Indonesia to paint Papuan provinces as stable, despite recent deadly clashes.
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Pacific news in brief for June 28
28 Jun 2024A 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.
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