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'Hamstrung': Concern Pacific neighbours profit as NZ maritime border stays shut
Superyacht agents want the maritime border to re-open so they can secure bookings before some of the world's wealthiest again choose to sail elsewhere next summer.
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NZ's Australia-friendly response to China-Solomon Islands security deal
Analysis - International analyst Geoffrey Miller looks at how New Zealand's positioning on the new China-Solomon Islands security pact fits into the bigger picture
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NZ must send strong signal to Pacific over China - Defence Minister
Maintaining a cooperative Defence Force presence in the region - and not solely for humanitarian aid - is a priority for New Zealand, Peeni Henare says.
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Government unsure on keeping NZ presence in Solomons if China troops arrive
The government is undecided on withdrawing the Defence Force from the Solomons if Chinese soldiers are stationed there, the prime minister says.
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PM says Solomon Islands developing relationship with China 'gravely concerning'
Jacinda Ardern says there is "very little" reason for China to station military forces on the Solomon Islands, describing developments as "gravely concerning". Audio
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Covid-19 update: Border worker confirmed as Omicron case
The border worker who was yesterday reported as Covid-19 positive has been confirmed to have the Omicron variant.
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Tsunami wave activity felt throughout Pacific region
Reports are starting to trickle in from Tongan families who are re-connecting with loved ones in parts of Tonga, while Japan and NSW evacuate coastal residents.
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In brief: News from around the Pacific
Covid-19 Fiji: 19 new cases in the community; Global anti-violence movement keen to work with NZ govt; PNG's largest company agree to merge with Australian company, and more.
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New Zealand joins regional effort to stablise Solomon Islands
New Zealand Defence Force and Police personnel are heading to Honiara, Solomon Islands, on Thursday to assist with the restoration of peace and order.
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New Zealand forces deployed to Solomon Islands
The New Zealand government is deploying dozens of Defence Force and police personnel to Honiara in the coming days, "to help restore peace and stability".
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NZ border changes: Mixed mood in Fiji's Kiwi community
There's a mixed mood among New Zealanders abroad as they digest the major border changes announced by the government. Audio
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Decoding Nanaia Mahuta’s first foreign trip
Analysis - A first overseas trip by a Foreign Minister is always of symbolic significance, writes international analyst Geoffrey Miller, and this one has both expected destinations and surprises.
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Aukus pact strikes at heart of Pacific regionalism
Australia's new security pact with the US and the UK has touched a nerve at the core of Pacific regionalism.
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Level 4 lockdown extended for New Zealand
Cabinet has decided all of New Zealand will remain in level 4 for an additional four days, until 11.59pm 27 August; Auckland will remain in level 4 until 11.59pm 31 August.
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Google billionaire met requirements to enter NZ - Immigration
Larry Page was allowed into New Zealand from Fiji with an ill child needing medical treatment.
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Dark days of the 1970s Dawn Raids are at last formally acknowledged
Pasifika communities in New Zealand are relieved the dark days of the 1970s Dawn Raids are at last being formally acknowledged.
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'Today's event can represent a new dawn': Pacific people welcome apology
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern today gave a formal and unreserved apology on behalf of the government for the Dawn Raids which she said left Pacific communities feeling "targeted and terrorised".
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Health system under pressure as Covid-19 grips nation
A former Fiji health minister says the nation's health system has collapsed under the pressure of the pandemic. Audio
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Suffering continues in Fiji amid worsening Covid-19 crisis
The suffering continues in Fiji as Covid-19 cases soar amid its worsening health crisis. Audio
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Fiji Covid-19 crisis: Nearly 1,300 cases in past 24 hours
The suffering continues in Fiji as Covid-19 cases soar amid its worsening health crisis.
Close to 1,300 cases have been recorded in the last 24 hours, resulting in new curfew hours for the nation's… Audio
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PM addresses media after meeting residents hard-hit by severe flooding
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is addressing media at Westport's Emergency Operations Centre after meeting residents hard-hit by severe flooding.
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PM speaks about Covid-19, Fiji and Pharmac funding
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern spoke to media after a speech at the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs conference.
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PM Jacinda Ardern on trans-Tasman travel arrangements
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says the government is in the middle of bringing home New Zealanders stranded in NSW, and is keeping an eye on other states
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Fiji government 'useless' warns opposition, as Ardern touts lockdown benefits
The Fiji government's response to the Covid-19 outbreak is an utter failure, but it's not too late to follow New Zealand's lockdown example, the opposition leader says. Audio
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In brief: news from around the Pacific
Nauru near completing Covid-19 vaccination, Bougainville puts a pause on new mining ventures, PNG PM explains Covid-19 measures, Freighters entry to American Samoa delayed over Covid concerns Cooks to…