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Decaying World War II bombs in Solomon Islands releasing toxic chemicals, new research finds
Coastal communities in Solomon Islands are facing growing health and environmental risks as decaying World War II bombs release toxic chemicals into land and...
PNG PM Marape queried over status of Bougainville
Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape says there has been no report or clear study on Bougainville’s autonomous status to this day.
He said...
PNG Parliament passes Vagrancy Act
Papua New Guinea Parliament has passed the Vagrancy Act which provides that one can be declared a vagrant if they are found not “a...
Solomon Islands PM Manele reshuffles Cabinet, insists ‘no crisis’ as Government holds firm
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele, has announced a series of ministerial appointments to ensure continuity and stability in Government following recent changes within...
Fiji and Australia launch major Climate adaptation initiative to strengthen flood resilience
Fiji and Australia have launched a major new initiative to strengthen resilience to flooding across the country, marking a significant milestone in the two...
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End war on nature and ensure ocean health, UN chief says in message for...
Ending the “war on nature” must be part of global recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday in his...
Solomons PM due in Australia amid China tension
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will host his Solomon Islands counterpart Manasseh Sogavare against a backdrop of accusations China has influenced the Pacific...
Climate change remains the Pacific’s biggest threat – Forum Foreign Ministers declare
Pacific Foreign Affairs Ministers have concluded their virtual meeting this week reiterating the call that climate change remains the greatest threat facing the region...
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International concern over Tonga’s debate on death penalty for drug offences
Several international human rights organisations have expressed grave concern over recent discussions in Tonga's Parliament suggesting the extension of the death penalty to drug-related...
Media policy in vetting process: PNG Information Minister
Papua New Guinea’s National Media Development Policy is going through the Social, Law and Order Sector Heads vetting and clearance process before it is...
Former PNG PM O’Neill worried about laws to curb media, freedom of speech
The Papua New Guinea Government plans to introduce laws to curb free speech and freedom of the press, former prime minister Peter O’Neill says.
In...
Historic Launch of Right to Information (RTI) Initiative in the Solomon Islands
In a landmark event, Solomon Islands has seen the official launch of the Right to Information (RTI) initiative.
The project is a collaborative effort between...
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Reciprocal visa confirmed ahead of the PNG Chiefs’ entry into NRL
The Papua New Guinea Government has announced a specialised visa product to streamline travel for fans, players, and officials ahead of the PNG Chiefs’...
Fijian Drua and Blues to honour Joeli Vidiri with memorial trophy
Former dual rugby international, the late Joeli Vidiri, will be honoured in a new memorial challenge between the Fijian Drua and the Auckland Blues.
The...
Queensland Reds flanker Seruu happy to be back home, excited for Drua clash
Queensland Reds flanker Seru Uru says they are expecting nothing short of a battle on Saturday when they take on the Swire Shipping Fijian...
Vanuatu United FC and Auckland FC battle to goalless draw
Vanuatu United FC and Auckland FC settled for a 0-0 draw in their OFC Pro League clash at the National Stadium in Honiara, marking...
‘Kids get stuck’: Iro’s vision for Cook Islands pathway to NRL
Cronulla centre KL Iro has outlined plans to use the upcoming World Cup to establish development pathways for more Cook Islands youngsters to chase...
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WHO struggling to meet health-related goals in Western Pacific
The Western Pacific Region of the World Health Organisation (WHO) is getting healthier compared to other regions and was the least affected by Covid-19...
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Mana Moana – Pacific Voices
Created as part of the Islands Speak series of gifted Pacific poets joined by indigenous artists to create a visual, moving, digitally enhanced offering...
Traditional Samoan medicinal plant may be as good as ibuprofen for treating inflammation, study...
A Samoan medicinal plant may be as effective as ibuprofen for treating inflammation, according to a new study that combines traditional community knowledge with...
COP26: Commit to Action, Not Words
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