New Caledonia
News in French for 19 February 2020
The latest news in French language (La Langue Française). Audio
Conditions at Noumea prison under scrutiny
The French-based International Observatory of Prisons has gone to court in New Caledonia decrying the conditions at the prison in Noumea.
French PM urged to visit Wallis and Futuna
New Caledonia's president has suggested the French prime minister visit Wallis and Futuna to help frame the relationship between the two French territories.
Galaxy FC and Eastern Suburbs shine on OFC Champions League debut
Newcomers Galaxy FC and Eastern Suburbs have made dream starts to their debut OFC Champions League football campaigns. Video
New Caledonian resident tests positive for coronavirus
A New Caledonian resident onboard a cruise ship off Japan has tested positive to coronavirus.
Bids in for Vale nickel company in New Caledonia
The Vale nickel company in New Caledonia says three bids are in to buy the 95 percent stake put up for sale.
Arson attack on New Caledonian police station
There has been an arson attack on a New Caledonian police station due to open later this month.
Tropical Cyclone Uesi causes damage in New Caledonia
Tropical cyclone Uesi has brought torrential rain to New Caledonia's north as the storm passes to the west of the islands.
News in French for 12 February 2020
The latest news in French language (La Langue Française). Audio
Woman quarantined in New Caledonia tests negative for coronavirus
A woman quarantined in New Caledonia has been cleared after testing negative for coronavirus.
New Caledonia braces for cyclone
Tropical Cyclone Uesi is expected to intensify as it heads towards New Caledonia.
Stranded cargo ship off New Caledonia: Leaders briefed over operation
Mayors and customary chiefs in New Caledonia's Loyalty Islands have been briefed about an upcoming operation to dismantle the stricken cargo ship Kea Trader.
New Caledonian woman in quarantine after returning from China
A New Caledonian woman has been placed in quarantine in Noumea after returning from China with a temperature.